Abstract: A method of configuring a storage system includes the steps of: sending a command to one or more units in the electronic system to enter into an address setting mode; generating a signal for a user to identify units that have entered the address setting mode; and setting up an address for a unit based on an input received from the user.

Abstract: A cover for a support beam in a storage system includes a plate; an abutment portion extending upwards from the plate; and a guide projection formed on the upper surface of the plate and extending at an angle to the abutment portion. The plate further includes at least one positioning projection formed in a side of the plate and extending along the guide projection.

Abstract: A shelf system (1) comprises: a frame (5) for forming at least one shelf (70), and a plurality of primary and secondary rails (40, 50). The frame comprises a plurality of mounting portions (20, 30), to each of which at least one of a primary rail (40) and a secondary rail (50) is removably mountable to form lanes of different widths. Each lane includes a primary rail on one side and a secondary rail on the other side for supporting and guiding at least one item (60) in the lane, and the primary rails each comprise at least one sensor (700) for sensing the item (60) in the lane.

Abstract: A drawer (100) comprising at least one receptacle (103) open at the top of the drawer; a drawer information means extending in a depth direction of the drawer, wherein the drawer information means comprises a series of projections (108) moulded into the drawer. The drawer also comprises guiding slots (104) for holding an insert (400) having a plate (401); and a pair of legs (404a, 404b) formed in the body of the plate and extending longitudinally upwards along the sides of the plate.

Abstract: A cover for a support beam in a storage system includes a plate; an abutment portion extending upwards from the plate; and a guide projection formed on the upper surface of the plate and extending at an angle to the abutment portion. The plate further includes at least one positioning projection formed in a side of the plate and extending along the guide projection.

Abstract: A method of configuring a storage system includes the steps of: sending a command to one or more units in the electronic system to enter into an address setting mode; generating a signal for a user to identify units that have entered the address setting mode; and setting up an address for a unit based on an input received from the user.

Abstract: A drawer (100) comprising at least one receptacle (103) open at the top of the drawer; a drawer information means extending in a depth direction of the drawer, wherein the drawer information means comprises a series of projections (108) moulded into the drawer. The drawer also comprises guiding slots (104) for holding an insert (400) having a plate (401); and a pair of legs (404a, 404b) formed in the body of the plate and extending longitudinally upwards along the sides of the plate.

Abstract: A shelf system (1) comprises: a frame (5) for forming at least one shelf (70), and a plurality of primary and secondary rails (40, 50). The frame comprises a plurality of mounting portions (20, 30), to each of which at least one of a primary rail (40) and a secondary rail (50) is removably mountable to form lanes of different widths. Each lane includes a primary rail on one side and a secondary rail on the other side for supporting and guiding at least one item (60) in the lane, and the primary rails each comprise at least one sensor (700) for sensing the item (60) in the lane.

Abstract: A storage system comprising: a cartridge, said cartridge including an upright having mounted to one side a plurality of guide blocks; a plurality of first drawer information means for providing information on at least one of position and movement of respective drawers; and a plurality of latch mechanisms, said system further comprising a plurality of drawers, each said drawer including: guide block engaging means extending in a depth direction of the drawer and mounting a first side of the drawer adjacent a respective guide block; second drawer information means disposed adjacent the first drawer information means; and at least one stop on the first side of the drawer for engaging with a said latch mechanism, wherein the latch mechanisms are electronically controllable, whereby access to the drawers can be controlled.

Abstract: A storage system comprising: a cartridge, said cartridge including an upright having mounted to one side a plurality of guide blocks; a plurality of first drawer information means for providing information on at least one of position and movement of respective drawers; and a plurality of latch mechanisms, said system further comprising a plurality of drawers, each said drawer including: guide block engaging means extending in a depth direction of the drawer and mounting a first side of the drawer adjacent a respective guide block; second drawer information means disposed adjacent the first drawer information means; and at least one stop on the first side of the drawer for engaging with a said latch mechanism, wherein the latch mechanisms are electronically controllable, whereby access to the drawers can be controlled.

Abstract: A storage system comprising: a cartridge, said cartridge including an upright having mounted to one side a plurality of guide blocks; a plurality of first drawer information means for providing information on at least one of position and movement of respective drawers; and a plurality of latch mechanisms, said system further comprising a plurality of drawers, each said drawer including: guide block engaging means extending in a depth direction of the drawer and mounting a first side of the drawer adjacent a respective guide block; second drawer information means disposed adjacent the first drawer information means; and at least one stop on the first side of the drawer for engaging with a said latch mechanism, wherein the latch mechanisms are electronically controllable, whereby access to the drawers can be controlled.

Abstract: A storage system comprising: a cartridge, said cartridge including an upright having mounted to one side a plurality of guide blocks; a plurality of first drawer information means for providing information on at least one of position and movement of respective drawers; and a plurality of latch mechanisms, said system further comprising a plurality of drawers, each said drawer including: guide block engaging means extending in a depth direction of the drawer and mounting a first side of the drawer adjacent a respective guide block; second drawer information means disposed adjacent the first drawer information means; and at least one stop on the first side of the drawer for engaging with a said latch mechanism, wherein the latch mechanisms are electronically controllable, whereby access to the drawers can be controlled.

Abstract: A method for partially freezing an aqueous mixture comprising simultaneously or in either order the steps of: placing said aqueous mixture in contact with at least part of a freezing surface; cooling the freezing surface to below the freezing point of the aqueous mixture; so that ice forms at the freezing surface; and oscillating the freezing surface relative to the aqueous mixture in a direction that is not perpendicular to at least part of the freezing surface; characterised in that the oscillation is linear with a frequency of between 20 and 200 Hz.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions comprising a mixture of hyaluronic acid and liposomes. Preferably, the pharmaceutical compositions further include a pharmaceutically active substance such as cyclosporin A encapsulated in the liposomes. A method for preparing a pharmaceutical composition includes producing liposomes from phospholipids, preferably in the presence of a pharmaceutically active substance (most preferably cyclosporin A) to be encapsulated within the liposomes, and mixing the liposomes with hyaluronic acid. Pharmaceutical compositions of this invention are used, for example, to topically administer pharmaceutical agents effective to treat skin disorders by deposition of that agent in the dermis or sub-dermis while minimizing systemic circulation thereof. These compositions are also administered orally, parenterally and intrarectally.

Abstract: A process for the production of crystals with controlled surface smoothness, size, shape and degree of crystallinity, compositions comprising such crystals, and the use of certain crystals, especially lactose, lactose monohydrate, fluticasone propionate, salmeterol xinafoate, salbutamol sulphate or ipratropium bromide in pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: Elongated drug, especially salbutamol sulphate, and/or carrier particles, especially lactose, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the same, and use of the elongated particles in the manufacture of a medicament for the treatment of respiratory disease.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions comprising a mixture of hyaluronic acid and liposomes. Preferably, the pharmaceutical compositions further include a pharmaceutically active substance such as cyclosporin A encapsulated in the liposomes. A method for preparing a pharmaceutical composition includes producing liposomes from phospholipids, preferably in the presence of a pharmaceutically active substance (most preferably cyclosporin A) to be encapsulated within the liposomes, and mixing the liposomes with hyaluronic acid. Pharmaceutical compositions of this invention are used, for example, to topically administer pharmaceutical agents effective to treat skin disorders by deposition of that agent in the dermis or sub-dermis while minimizing systemic circulation thereof. These compositions are also administered orally, parenterally and intrarectally.

Abstract: A dry powder inhaler is provided which comprises a reservoir of medicament powder, a dispensing chamber for receiving a charge of powder to be dispensed having a floor upon which the powder charge lies prior to inhalation, an inlet passage having at its outlet end a nozzle protruding into the dispensing chamber directed toward the floor thereof and an inhalation passage exiting from the chamber through which the powder may be inhaled entrained in air drawn into the inhaler through the air inlet passage. The inhalation passage has an inlet at the dispensing chamber and an outlet through which the powder may be inhaled and comprises a first upstream portion having a roof and a floor both of which rise progressively with respect to a straight line drawn form the center of the inlet to the center of the outlet ad a second portion having a roof and a floor both of which fall progressively with respect to the line in the downstream direction.

Abstract: Compounds of the general formula ##STR1## wherein n is from 1 to 6 and each of R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 represents an alkyl group of 1 to 4 carbon atoms and their acid addition salts are useful for thickening mucus, especially gastro-intestinal mucus as an anti-ulceration treatment or cervical mucus in contraception.