Patent classifications
B65G69/00
Automatic start / stop controls for agricultural load and transfer equipment
A scale controller system and method of using the system is disclosed. The scale controller is adapted for use with a grain cart or similar implement that includes a discharge opening and conveyor. The system includes a scale and a plurality of sensors that work together to automate numerous functions that are typically performed manually. For example, the present invention discloses a system that automatically records the amount of material loaded or unloaded by continuously monitoring the load on a scale and the RPMs of a power take-off shaft that drives a conveyor.
Automatic start / stop controls for agricultural load and transfer equipment
A scale controller system and method of using the system is disclosed. The scale controller is adapted for use with a grain cart or similar implement that includes a discharge opening and conveyor. The system includes a scale and a plurality of sensors that work together to automate numerous functions that are typically performed manually. For example, the present invention discloses a system that automatically records the amount of material loaded or unloaded by continuously monitoring the load on a scale and the RPMs of a power take-off shaft that drives a conveyor.
TRAILER STABILIZER
A trailer stabilizing device for stabilizing a parked freight trailer, the trailer stabilizing device comprising a frame separate from the support frame of the parked freight trailer, the stabilizing device frame having mounted thereto wheels and a hitch, the stabilizing device including a repositionable jack.
System for Blocking a Vehicle, Method Therefor and Dock Provided Therewith
The invention relates to a system for blocking a vehicle, a loading-unloading system provided therewith and a method therefor. The system includes a blocking device capable of moving along the vehicle; a blocking element attached to the blocking device capable of being positioned against a vehicle tire such that the vehicle is blocked; a blocking element extension mechanism configured to extend the blocking element from a retracted position to an extended position; height adjusting means for height adjustment of the blocking element; and calculation means for calculating the desired height of the blocking element with the blocking element in an extended position such that the blocking element is used for determining the position of the vehicle tire.
DOCK SHELTER MODULE PROVIDED WITH DUAL GATE AND AIR CURTAIN
The present invention relates to a dock shelter module that is disposed at a side of a warehouse and connects the inside and outside of the warehouse, dock shelter module comprising: a top frame; a pair of side frames coupled to both sides of the top frame, longitudinally extending, and forming a loading-unloading space in cooperation with the top frame; a bottom frame coupled to the lower ends of the side frames and having a dock leveler seated thereon; a first gate coupled to the top frame, disposed at the front of the loading-unloading space, and opening and closing the outside of the warehouse and the loading-unloading space; a second gate coupled to the top frame, disposed at the rear of the loading-unloading space, and opening and closing the inside of the warehouse and the loading-unloading space; and an air curtain generator installed on the bottom of the top frame between the first gate and the second gate, and forming an air curtain in the loading-unloading space in accordance with whether the first gate and the second gate are opened and closed.
Vehicle Leveler with Safety Features
The device includes a first portion which has a leading edge and a trailing edge, the trailing edge is disposed further from the driveway than the leading edge. The embodiment also includes a second portion which has a leading edge and a trailing edge, the leading edge of the second portion is removably attached to the trailing edge of the first portion and the leading edge of the second portion is disposed further from the driveway than the trailing edge of the second portion. The device also includes an extension portion and opposing side portions, the opposing side portions extend the length of and contact the second portion and extension portion. The opposing side portions include at least one light which is controlled by a sensor adjacent to a door.
DUMP PLATE DEVICE, DUMP PLATE SYSTEM, AND METHOD OF HANDLING DUMP PLATE DEVICE
A dump plate device includes a dump plate for supporting a vehicle adjacent to an edge at a worksite when dumping a load over the edge by the vehicle. The dump plate device further comprises at least one positioning device fixed to the dump plate, wherein each positioning device is configured to wirelessly transmit one or more plate position signals containing information indicative of an actual plate position of the dump plate.
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OPERATING A DOCKING STATION
A system and method for remotely controlling loading dock components is disclosed that includes a distribution center having at least one dock station for exchanging materials and a dock component configured to in at least two operational states. An actuator is included that is configured to change the operational state of the dock component in response to an activation signal. A mobile remote control is configured to generate the activation signal to cause the actuator to change the operational state of the dock component and at least one predefined non-activation zone is included such that changing of operational state of the dock component is inhibited when the mobile remote control is located within the at least one predefined non-activation zone.
Vehicle Leveler with Lighting Safety Features
The vehicle leveler includes a first portion which has a leading edge and a trailing edge, the trailing edge is disposed further from the driveway than the leading edge. The embodiment also includes a second portion which has a leading edge and a trailing edge, the leading edge of the second portion is attached to the trailing edge of the first portion and the leading edge of the second portion is disposed further from the driveway than the trailing edge of the second portion. The device has opposing side portions and a walkway. The opposing side portions include at least one or more lights which illuminate the leveler and the walkway.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR AUTOMATED OPERATION AND HANDLING OF AUTONOMOUS TRUCKS AND TRAILERS HAULED THEREBY
A system and method for operation of an autonomous vehicle (AV) yard truck is provided. A processor facilitates autonomous movement of the AV yard truck, and connection to and disconnection from trailers. A plurality of sensors are interconnected with the processor that sense terrain/objects and assist in automatically connecting/disconnecting trailers. A server, interconnected, wirelessly with the processor, that tracks movement of the truck around and determines locations for trailer connection and disconnection. A door station unlatches/opens rear doors of the trailer when adjacent thereto, securing them in an opened position via clamps, etc. The system computes a height of the trailer, and/or if landing gear of the trailer is on the ground and interoperates with the fifth wheel to change height, and whether docking is safe, allowing a user to take manual control, and optimum charge time(s). Reversing sensors/safety, automated chocking, and intermodal container organization are also provided.