Automated end labeler system
CA 2247383 C · Owner: Aman, James A. · Inventors: Haller, William R.; Aman, James A.
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An automated end labeler system (1) includes a scanning unit with a robotic label applicator (24) attached for horizontal movement on a horizontal arm (27). The horizontal arm (27) is capable of controlled vertical movement on a stand (26). The unit (24) emits a focused incident scanning energy beam (38) and receives the reflection of this beam off the end of a lumber unit (10). Electrical power and control signals are provided to the unit (24) via a cable (25). The system (1) is in direct communication with an office computer system (100) via a communications link (101). In a first alternative embodiment optically responsive material is demarcated with laser light. In a second …
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- Filed January 4, 1996 and granted September 10, 2002. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended January 4, 2016.
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