Vertical stacking system using controlled access method

Details Vertical stacking system using controlled access method Vertical stacking system using controlled access method

1997-09-16

1998-11-17

Chen, Jose V.

Supports: cabinet structure

With continuously level revolvable components

Continuously housed

312 97, 312327, A47B 4900

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active

058366628

ABSTRACT:
A storage and retrieval system, such as a vertical carousel or vertical lift module, and access method provides substantially improved control over access to the contents stored in the system. A desired number of small doors are provided at an access area to limit an operator to obtaining a product from only that compartment on a carrier adjacent the access area. The doors are slidable or pivotable and can be locked and unlocked by a mechanism. The carousel is provided with carriers having compartments which can be divided into desired arrays depending upon product size and mix. The carriers are selectively movable to one of several positions adjacent the access area. Access to the carriers can be obtained through placement of an access area on one side or both sides of the machine. Electronic controls can be provided for each storage system or external computer controls can be used for a group of storage systems to permit more efficient use of the controls as well as remote placement of the storage systems.

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