Abstract: An apparatus and method are provided that are operable to install data storage devices such as CDs and DVDs each into a respective carrier. The data storage devices are placed in respective recesses in the respective carriers by providing an open pocket into which the data storage devices may move under the influence of gravity when the data storage device is close to the recess within a respective carrier. A securement device is provided to secure the data storage device within a respective carrier recess.

Abstract: An apparatus and method are provided for producing an assembly comprising a plurality of digital data storage media carriers attached to a carrier strip. In the production of the assemblies, carriers are positioned for movement in a longitudinal direction of the conveyor system with the carriers being in a row. Carrier strips are secured to the carriers with the longitudinal axis of the assembly and the carrier strips being generally parallel to the direction of movement of the conveyor system. Carriers are deposited onto the conveyor system via a bottom feed depositor which depositor utilizes a pressure differential to help produce positive movement of carriers from a carrier magazine onto the conveyor.