Patent ID: 6048086
Filing Date: 2000-04-11
Classification: B01F,B65G,G16H

Abstract:
An automated system for the retrieval and delivery of oral products, said system comprising:at least one computer having a database capable of receiving and transmitting information within said system;a retrieval means comprising:at least one movable arm;at least one pair of gripping means wherein said gripping means are attached to at least one of said movable arms having sensors wherein said sensors indicate the presence or absence of an object;a supply station containing said oral products, wherein said supply station is positioned adjacent said retrieval means;a plurality of pneumatic tube carriers;a loading means for automatically loading said carriers into said pneumatic tube system; anda control means for coordinating transportation of said carriers containing said oral products through said pneumatic tube system to predetermined locations;wherein said retrieval means is instructed by said computer to select said oral products from said supply station and insert said oral products into said pneumatic tube carrier.