Patent ID: 6745933
Filing Date: 2004-06-08
Classification: E05G,G06Q

Abstract:
A method for providing a pre-security deposit for an article, said method comprising:(I) utilizing a selection station having a secure depository bin located therein, containing in combination at least the following components: i a weighing scale; ii a weight disclosing device, disclosing the weight of the article; iii a selection device for selecting a container for the article; iv a device for providing the container; v a calculator for calculating payment for deposit of the article based on the weight of the article, and for the container; vi a device for making payment for the deposit of the article and the container, (II) weighing the article on the weighing scale; (III) selecting and obtaining the container for the article from the devices for selecting and providing the container; (IV) calculating the amount of the payment for the deposit of the article based on the weight of the article, and the amount of payment for the container; (V) making the payment required by (IV) using the device for making payment provided by the selection station and, (VI) placing the article in the container and depositing the container in the secure depository bin.