Patents by Inventor Ellen J. Hertz

Ellen J. Hertz has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Automated system for selecting and delivering packages from a storage area
    Patent number: 5593267
    Abstract: A system for filling orders, such as prescriptions for patients, comprising a device for holding packages. Each package has the same type of contents being held in a predetermined location by the holding device. Each package has an identity which defines the contents therein. The holding device has a plurality of predetermined locations corresponding to a plurality of different types of contents. Additionally, the system is comprised of a device for supplying packages to the holding device. Also, there is a device for picking a package from the holding device that is identified in the order for the purpose of restocking the holding device. The picking device is in communication with the holding device and supplying device. In a preferred embodiment, the contents of each package is a single dosage of medicine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 1995
    Date of Patent: January 14, 1997
    Assignee: Automated Healthcare, Inc.
    Inventors: Sean C. McDonald, Ellen J. Hertz, James A. Smith, Gregory Toto
  • Automated system for selecting packages from a storage area
    Patent number: 5468110
    Abstract: A system for filling orders, such as prescriptions for patients, comprising a device for holding packages. Each package has the same type of contents being held in a predetermined location by the holding device. Each package has an identity which defines the contents therein. The holding device has a plurality of predetermined locations corresponding to a plurality of different types of contents. Additionally, the system is comprised of a device for supplying packages to the holding device. Also, there is a device for picking a package from the holding device that is identified in the order for the purpose of restocking the holding device. The picking device is in communication with the holding device and supplying device. In a preferred embodiment, the contents of each package is a single dosage of medicine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 1994
    Date of Patent: November 21, 1995
    Assignee: Automated Healthcare, Inc.
    Inventors: Sean C. McDonald, Ellen J. Hertz, James A. Smith, Gregory Toto