Inter-departmental mail sorting system and method

Details Inter-departmental mail sorting system and method Inter-departmental mail sorting system and method

1999-09-24

2000-12-05

Walsh, Donald P.

Classifying, separating, and assorting solids

Sorting special items, and certain methods and apparatus for...

Condition responsive means controls separating means

209583, 209900, B07C 500, G06K 900

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061569887

ABSTRACT:
A processing system and apparatus for sorting and routing reusable mail pieces is shown. Each mail piece bears an identifier, which is stored in a database with the current intended destination of the mail piece to simplify subsequent sorting and routing operations. An envelope is shown that is suited for use in such a system. Computer readable media are shown that are executable to control such a system.

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