公开(公告)号：US20060163028A1

公开(公告)日：2006-07-27

申请号：US11042804

申请日：2005-01-25

Applicant: William Hunscher

Inventor： William Hunscher

IPC: G07F7/00

CPC classification number: G07F7/0609

Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for processing recyclable containers. In one embodiment, methods are provided for managing the information which is collected on redeemed containers. For example, a method is provided for transferring redemption information to a transportable medium which may be used by a customer as tender for cash or exchange. Other embodiments may include an assembly for processing containers having an intake port, a plurality of densification devices each configured to densify a container, a computer-readable medium on which is stored container information, a scanning device for determining a characteristic of the container, and a processor which selects one of the plurality of densification devices to which the recyclable container should be conveyed based on the characteristic determined by the scanning device.

Abstract translation: 提供了处理可回收容器的方法和装置。 在一个实施例中，提供了用于管理在兑换的容器上收集的信息的方法。 例如，提供了一种用于将兑换信息传送到可由客户使用的可移动介质作为投标用于现金或交换的方法。 其他实施例可以包括用于处理具有进气口的容器的组件，多个致密化装置，每个致密化装置都被配置成致密化容器，其上存储有容器信息的计算机可读介质，用于确定容器的特性的扫描装置，以及 处理器，其基于由扫描装置确定的特性，选择应该传送可回收容器的多个致密化装置中的一个。

公开(公告)号：US09047652B2

公开(公告)日：2015-06-02

申请号：US13564307

申请日：2012-08-01

Applicant: William Hunscher ,  Frank Whittier

Inventor： William Hunscher ,  Frank Whittier

IPC: G06F17/00 ,  G06Q99/00 ,  G06Q10/00 ,  G06Q20/10

CPC classification number: G06Q40/02 ,  G06F17/30424 ,  G06K7/1417 ,  G06Q10/30 ,  G06Q20/10 ,  G06Q50/26 ,  G06Q99/00 ,  G07F7/0609 ,  Y02W90/20

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for managing information relating to recycling activities are described. One embodiment described herein is directed to a method for accessing aggregated recycling information for use and/or display in connection with an account-based recycling program. The method comprises receiving first and second container information, the first container information concerning a plurality of first containers for a first recycling transaction and the second container information concerning a plurality of second containers for a second recycling transaction. The first and second container information is stored and associated account information concerning at least one to consumer account. The method further comprises accessing, in response to receiving a query relating to a plurality of recycling transactions, information relating to at least the first and second containers so as to enable the use and/or display of aggregated recycling information.

Abstract translation: 描述用于管理与回收活动有关的信息的方法和装置。 本文描述的一个实施例涉及一种用于访问与基于帐户的再循环程序结合使用和/或显示的聚合回收信息的方法。 该方法包括接收第一和第二容器信息，关于用于第一再循环交易的多个第一容器的第一容器信息和关于第二再循环交易的多个第二容器的第二容器信息。 第一和第二容器信息被存储并且关于至少一个到消费者帐户的关联帐户信息。 该方法还包括：响应于接收到关于多个再循环事务的查询，访问与至少第一和第二容器相关的信息，以便能够使用和/或显示聚合的再循环信息。

公开(公告)号：US20110145173A1

公开(公告)日：2011-06-16

申请号：US13026813

申请日：2011-02-14

Applicant: William Hunscher ,  Frank Whittier

Inventor： William Hunscher ,  Frank Whittier

IPC: G06Q90/00

CPC classification number: G06Q40/02 ,  G06F16/245 ,  G06K7/1417 ,  G06Q10/30 ,  G06Q20/10 ,  G06Q50/26 ,  G06Q99/00 ,  G07F7/0609 ,  Y02W90/20

Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for managing information relating to recycling activities. In one embodiment, a method is provided in which a consumer returns beverage containers to a redemption kiosk offering a significantly improved consumer experience. Rather than having to wait for an attendant to count the containers and provide value in exchange, an account is maintained for the consumer to which the containers' value is ascribed. The redemption kiosk projects a neat and sanitary appearance, and is designed to be situated in a parking lot outside a retail location so as not to occupy valuable floor space. Information on consumer recycling activities is captured and analyzed to support marketing activities.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于管理与回收活动有关的信息的方法和装置。 在一个实施例中，提供了一种方法，其中消费者将饮料容器返回到提供显着改善的消费者体验的兑换信息亭。 不必等待服务员对容器进行计数并提供价值交换，而是为容器的价值所归属的消费者维护一个帐户。 赎回报亭设计整齐卫生，设计位于零售地点外的停车场，不占用宝贵的占地面积。 收集和分析消费者回收活动信息，以支持营销活动。

公开(公告)号：US20120292387A1

公开(公告)日：2012-11-22

申请号：US13564307

申请日：2012-08-01

Applicant: William Hunscher ,  Frank Whittier

Inventor： William Hunscher ,  Frank Whittier

IPC: G06F17/40

CPC classification number: G06Q40/02 ,  G06F17/30424 ,  G06K7/1417 ,  G06Q10/30 ,  G06Q20/10 ,  G06Q50/26 ,  G06Q99/00 ,  G07F7/0609 ,  Y02W90/20

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for managing information relating to recycling activities are described. One embodiment described herein is directed to a method for accessing aggregated recycling information for use and/or display in connection with an account-based recycling program. The method comprises receiving first and second container information, the first container information concerning a plurality of first containers for a first recycling transaction and the second container information concerning a plurality of second containers for a second recycling transaction. The first and second container information is stored and associated account information concerning at least one to consumer account. The method further comprises accessing, in response to receiving a query relating to a plurality of recycling transactions, information relating to at least the first and second containers so as to enable the use and/or display of aggregated recycling information.

Abstract translation: 描述用于管理与回收活动有关的信息的方法和装置。 本文描述的一个实施例涉及一种用于访问与基于帐户的再循环程序结合使用和/或显示的聚合回收信息的方法。 该方法包括接收第一和第二容器信息，关于用于第一再循环交易的多个第一容器的第一容器信息和关于第二再循环交易的多个第二容器的第二容器信息。 第一和第二容器信息被存储并且关于至少一个到消费者帐户的关联帐户信息。 该方法还包括：响应于接收到关于多个再循环事务的查询，访问与至少第一和第二容器相关的信息，以便能够使用和/或显示聚合的再循环信息。

公开(公告)号：US20070174071A1

公开(公告)日：2007-07-26

申请号：US11336359

申请日：2006-01-20

Applicant: William Hunscher ,  Frank Whittier

Inventor： William Hunscher ,  Frank Whittier

IPC: G06Q99/00

CPC classification number: G06Q40/02 ,  G06F16/245 ,  G06K7/1417 ,  G06Q10/30 ,  G06Q20/10 ,  G06Q50/26 ,  G06Q99/00 ,  G07F7/0609 ,  Y02W90/20

Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for managing information relating to recycling activities. In one embodiment, a method is provided in which a consumer returns beverage containers to a redemption kiosk offering a significantly improved consumer experience. Rather than having to wait for an attendant to count the containers and provide value in exchange, an account is maintained for the consumer to which the containers' value is ascribed. The redemption kiosk projects a neat and sanitary appearance, and is designed to be situated in a parking lot outside a retail location so as not to occupy valuable floor space. Information on consumer recycling activities is captured and analyzed to support marketing activities.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于管理与回收活动有关的信息的方法和装置。 在一个实施例中，提供了一种方法，其中消费者将饮料容器返回到提供显着改善的消费者体验的兑换信息亭。 不必等待服务员对容器进行计数并提供价值交换，而是为容器的价值所归属的消费者维护一个帐户。 赎回报亭设计整齐卫生，设计位于零售地点外的停车场，不占用宝贵的占地面积。 收集和分析消费者回收活动信息，以支持营销活动。

公开(公告)号：US20070276686A1

公开(公告)日：2007-11-29

申请号：US11725698

申请日：2007-03-20

Applicant: William Hunscher ,  Frank Whittier ,  Tracy Hawkins

Inventor： William Hunscher ,  Frank Whittier ,  Tracy Hawkins

IPC: G06Q10/00 ,  G06Q30/00

CPC classification number: G06Q10/30 ,  G06Q20/10 ,  G06Q20/34 ,  G06Q99/00 ,  G07F7/0609 ,  Y02W90/20

Abstract: Method and apparatus are provided for managing consumer recycling activities. In one embodiment, a method is provided for performing a redemption transaction involving a return of recyclable containers by a consumer to a return center and a transfer of value to the consumer in exchange for the recyclable containers. In accordance with this method, a receptacle is provided to a consumer at a first time. The receptacle is usable to drop off recyclable containers at the return center, and is identifiable via an identifier. At a subsequent time, the receptacle, with recyclable containers, is received at the return center. The containers are processed to determine a value to be provided to the consumer. The value is then automatically transferred to an account designated by the consumer.

Abstract translation: 提供了管理消费者回收活动的方法和装置。 在一个实施例中，提供了一种用于执行兑换交易的方法，该兑换交易涉及消费者将返回可回收容器返回到返回中心并且将价值转移给消费者以换取可回收容器。 根据该方法，在第一时间向消费者提供容器。 该容器可用于在返回中心放下可回收的容器，并且可以通过标识符来识别。 在随后的时间，带有可回收容器的容器在返回中心处被接收。 处理容器以确定要提供给消费者的值。 然后，该值将自动转移到消费者指定的帐户。

公开(公告)号：US20070174073A1

公开(公告)日：2007-07-26

申请号：US11337201

申请日：2006-01-20

Applicant: William Hunscher ,  Frank Whittier

Inventor： William Hunscher ,  Frank Whittier

IPC: G06Q99/00

CPC classification number: G06Q99/00 ,  G06Q10/30 ,  G06Q20/10 ,  Y02W90/20

Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for managing information relating to consumer recycling activities. In one embodiment, a method is provided in which a consumer returns beverage containers to a redemption kiosk offering a significantly improved consumer experience. Rather than having to wait for an attendant to count the containers and provide value in exchange, an account is maintained for the consumer to which the containers' value is ascribed. The redemption kiosk projects a neat and sanitary appearance, and is designed to be situated in a parking lot outside a retail location so as not to occupy valuable floor space. Information on consumer recycling activities is captured and analyzed to support marketing activities.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于管理与消费者回收活动有关的信息的方法和装置。 在一个实施例中，提供了一种方法，其中消费者将饮料容器返回到提供显着改善的消费者体验的兑换信息亭。 不必等待服务员对容器进行计数并提供价值交换，而是为容器的价值所归属的消费者维护一个帐户。 赎回报亭设计整齐卫生，设计位于零售地点外的停车场，不占用宝贵的占地面积。 收集和分析消费者回收活动信息，以支持营销活动。