Mckesson Automation, Inc.

Aesynt Incorporated

Allen D. Bowers

Kirk A. Young

Eric J. Switalski

Louis S. Conley

Aesynt Holdings, Inc.

Robert B., Jr Meek

Louis S Conley

Kirk Young

Allen D Bowers

Robert B Meek, Jr

Eric J Switalski

William B Pattison

Robert B Meek

Jr Meek Robert B

Systems, methods, apparatus, and computer program products are provided for tracking the inventory of items. In one embodiment, a compartment comprises a plurality of sensors disposed proximate a surface of the compartment. A container storing items can be disposed above the surface of the compartment. Then, the sensors can detect the presence or absence of items from the container.

Sensory tracking of inventory

One aspect of the invention relates to an assembly comprising a plurality of bins with a plurality of lids associated therewith. Each of the bins has a lock assembly that includes a catch operable to lock the lid in its closed position and a mechanical indicator responsive to the catch. Another aspect of the invention relates to an automated dispensing cabinet that includes a control computer and a plurality of drawers having a plurality of row assemblies therein. Each row assembly has bins that include a tabbed lid, a lock assembly with a catch operable to engage and disengage the tab, and an indicator responsive to the lock assembly. Methods for dispensing from and restocking the remote dispensing systems are also given, as well as a method for indicating which item is to be dispensed from one of a plurality of bins.

High capacity drawer with mechanical indicator for a dispensing device

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Sewickley, PA, United States of America

Louis S Conley