Patent ID: 9292811
Filing Date: 2016-03-22
CPC Classification: B29C,G05B,G06K,G06Q

Claim Text:
1. A system for managing tools comprising: a machine operable to scan a device; a machine readable code affixed to a tool; a tool database that is operable to receive a signal from the machine, the tool database having a storage medium; an issue report feature having an interface for permitting an operator to input data into the interface, the report feature is in communication with the tool database; an alert feature in communication with the tool database, the alert feature operable to generate a message including tool set-up information, design information, and maintenance instructions in response to data from the tool database; and an output device that is operable to display a user interface to access at least a portion of the tool set-up information, design information, and maintenance instructions.