Method For Handling Discarded Identification Numbers
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1. A method for recycling identifying information stored on tags of items with each tag corresponding to an item, comprising the steps of:
- providing a waste container with an antenna and reader associated therewith for reading the identification information on the tags within the container;
collecting the identifying information associated with the items in the container;
disposing of the items in the container; and
,reassigning the collected identifying information to new tags associated with new items.
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Abstract
A container having a compactor and bin for waste is disclosed permitting on-premises and remote monitoring of the system and collection is disclosed. The system can also detect non-complaint materials placed therein and act thereon. Methods are further disclosed for inventorying identification tags for tracking packages, merchandise and tags disposed of.
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17 Claims
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1. A method for recycling identifying information stored on tags of items with each tag corresponding to an item, comprising the steps of:
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providing a waste container with an antenna and reader associated therewith for reading the identification information on the tags within the container; collecting the identifying information associated with the items in the container; disposing of the items in the container; and
,reassigning the collected identifying information to new tags associated with new items. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5)
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6. A method for monitoring shelved items at a location comprising the steps of:
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placing at least one tag on each package storing one or more items therein with each tag having identifying information thereon relating to the items in the package; providing a waste container for disposing of the packages after the items have been removed therefrom; providing an antenna and reader for the waste container for reading the identification information on the tags placed in the waste container; and
,collecting the identifying information associated with the items in the container. - View Dependent Claims (7, 8, 9, 10)
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11. A method for determining the weight of the product in a container comprising the steps of:
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placing at least one tag on each package storing one or more items therein with each tag having identifying information thereon relating to the weight of the empty package; providing a waste container for disposing of the packages after the items have been removed therefrom; providing an antenna and reader for the waste container for reading the weight information on the tags placed in the waste container; and
,collecting the weight information associated with the tags in the container. - View Dependent Claims (12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17)
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