Abstract: The present invention generally involves an apparatus and method for grabbing a plurality of vials from a container. In particular embodiments, the present invention may provide a reliable apparatus that a vial inspector may use to pick up a plurality of vials from a container of vials so that the vials can be inspected wherein the apparatus tends to standardize inspection output across a variety of users making the task more productive and production goals easier to establish.

Abstract: Disclosed is an apparatus and method for providing a portable docking station function for transferring items. The portable docking station may be suitably sized for the application of interest; however, for the preferred embodiment the portable docking station is about the size of a typical parking space. Embodiments of the invention include devices comprising a ramp with an automatic lowering system, lifting system and electronic modules for performing a variety of functions.

Abstract: Disclosed is an apparatus and method for providing a portable docking station function for transferring items. The portable docking station may be suitably sized for the application of interest; however, for the preferred embodiment the portable docking station is about the size of a typical parking space. Embodiments of the invention include devices comprising a ramp with an automatic lowering system, lifting system and electronic modules for performing a variety of functions.