Abstract: The present invention relates generally to improvements in article handling, such as in vending machines, and more particularly, to improvements in: methods and apparatus for handling articles using a vacuum-type product lifting/dispensing mechanism, article display panels which enhance sales of primary products, and product containment systems which improve product storage capacity, as well as the ease and efficiency of product handling, access and loading into the article handling apparatus.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a device for anatomically orienting at least one tissue specimen, comprising a dispenser for carrying and selectably dispensing at least one pre-labeled specimen orientation tag. The dispenser comprises a vessel separable along its equator into an inferior base segment and a superior cover segment. The inferior base segment and superior cover segment enclose a dispensing ring that includes at least one set of paired radially projecting retaining prongs, which paired prongs define at least one dispensing bay, in which the specimen orientation tag is disposed for selective dispensation through at least one aperture radially arrayed along the equator of the dispsenser.

Abstract: An automated dispensing assembly includes a base, and a shuttle mounted in the base and movable under automated control between a loading position and a dispensing position. The shuttle includes a cavity configured to carry an object, such as cover. The depth of the cavity in the shuttle is approximately the same (or less) as the thickness of one of the objects. A storage module is mounted proximate the shuttle. The storage module is configured to store a plurality of objects and includes an opening exposing the next object to be dispensed. The cavity is positioned adjacent the opening in the storage module in the loading position and an edge of the cavity separates the object to be dispensed from the other objects in the storage module as the shuttle moves to the dispensing position.

Abstract: A device for introducing a plurality of solid pharmaceutical products selected from the group consisting of tablets, two-part capsules, sugar-coated pills, gelatin capsules, and oblongs along a path into blister packs includes a distributing device having a roll frame, and at least one pair of first and second rolls mounted on the roll frame and rotatable in opposite directions, the first and second rolls having respective non-cylindrical sections facing one another and spaced apart so as to define a gap configured to provide a passage for each individual pharmaceutical product, wherein the first and second rolls rotate in opposite directions.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a system, method and apparatus for controlling the flavor of a beverage produced from a concentrate, based on the conductivity of the beverage being produced. The apparatus includes a conductivity sensor which provides a controller with real time conductivity data from the beverage being served. The controller is capable of comparing the real time conductivity data to a preprogrammed range of conductivity readings and adjusting a variable speed pump to keep the real time conductivity data within the preprogrammed range.

Abstract: A dispenser incorporates, or can receive, a canister holding a quantity of dispensable material (eg a pesticide), the dispenser having indicator means, and sensing means which can sense a level of light in an environment immediately surrounding the dispenser, the dispenser being formed such that when it is in use it can be set to dispense the dispensable material in response to the sensing means sensing a predetermined level of light. The dispenser is formed such that once it is activated to dispense the dispensable material it cannot be deactivated until the dispensable material has been dispensed in accordance with settings of the dispenser, and wherein when the dispensable material has been dispensed in accordance with the settings the indicator means indicates that this has occurred. The invention includes a method of treating a freight container using a dispenser within the container, and which only dispenses a dispensable material (eg a pesticide) in dark conditions.

Abstract: In accordance with an embodiment of the present invention there is provided a support construction for supporting a structure on a substantially horizontal plane such as a floor. The support construction includes a number of stationary supporting members, a number of supporting wheels, and a moving mechanism for moving the number of supporting wheels with respect to the stationary supporting members at least in a vertical direction so that selectively the structure is supported on the stationary supporting members or the supporting wheels.

Abstract: Technology is disclosed for enabling power-efficient and safe use of a portable electronic apparatus such as a glue gun. The tool is designed so as to allow for cordless operation, and the sizing, shape and composition of the heater and the motion sensing, temperature sensing and timing circuitry that are incorporated into the device maximize the amount of heat output to thereby minimize the energy required for powering the tool.

Abstract: A bin for storing and dispensing bulk materials such as powdered, ground, chopped or granulated spices, seasonings, herbs, teas and dry chemicals, among others. The bin includes a body having a fillable reservoir for storing the bulk materials. The bin also includes a dispenser having a unitary housing and a selectable closure, the dispenser being in communication with the reservoir. A select portion of the bulk material is transferred from the reservoir to the dispenser by orienting the bin in a transfer orientation. The select portion is dispensed from the dispenser by opening the closure while orienting the bin in a dispensing orientation.

Abstract: A fluid dispensing device is disclosed having a body housing a pump action fluid discharge device having a dispensing nozzle. The fluid dispensing device comprises a body defining a cavity and a dispensing nozzle having a dispensing orifice, a fluid discharging device housed in the cavity, the fluid discharging device having a hollow casing defining a reservoir for containing a volume of fluid and a plunger slidingly engaged within the hollow casing, the plunger having a tubular portion which extends from a first end of the hollow casing for co-operation with the dispensing nozzle to enable pumped delivery of fluid from the reservoir to the dispensing nozzle, wherein the dispensing orifice of the dispensing nozzle is provided with a reversible stopper.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for providing sanitized water in a cabinet and spigot type bottled water dispenser features an ozone generating system to generate ozone for sanitizing the water. Ozone is generated and collected within an ozone generator housing. A blower transmits air to the ozone generator housing. The air carries the ozone that is generated through a flow line to an air diffuser that is positioned upstream of the spigot (or spigots) used to dispense water. In one embodiment, a valve that is activated on the spigot to dispense water also activates the blower and ozone generator. In other embodiments, a flow sensor activates the ozone generator and blower. Various spigot and flow sensor arrangements are disclosed as a part of the overall apparatus and method.

Abstract: A fluid metering system includes a housing having a piston chamber with first and second spaced ends, at least one housing inlet passage, and at least one housing outlet passage. The housing inlet and housing passages communicate with the piston chamber. A piston is disposed in the piston chamber for reciprocal movement between the first and second ends of the piston chamber to alternatingly define first and second volumes therein. At least one first slot, and at least one second slot are formed on the outer surface of the piston, and extend from respective ends of the piston toward the respectively opposite ends. The first slot has an opening that is in communication with the first volume, and the second slot has an opening in communication with the second volume.

Abstract: The present invention is generally directed to various structures for applying a sealant to a work surface. In one aspect of the invention, a sealant applicator assembly is provided for use with an apparatus of the type having an elongated body defining an interior bore and having a piston movably positioned in the bore and a pusher member operatively associated with the piston. The assembly comprises a spray adaptor adapted to communicate with the bore of the body and defining a distal outlet. A first gas passageway is cooperatively associated with the distal outlet and configured to direct gas to create a spray discharge of the sealant. An actuating member is adapted to be cooperative associated with a pusher member to eject sealant through the distal outlet and is operative to simultaneously actuate a supply of gas to the first gas passageway for creating a spray discharge of sealant.

Abstract: A gate valve comprising a valve housing with connection openings disposed in mutually opposite relationship on a first common axis, and also connection elements for the inlet and outlet of a fluid, a cap on the valve housing and a valve actuation means coupled to a sliding gate.

Abstract: A dispensing nozzle for mixing a first fluid and one or more second fluids to form a third fluid. The nozzle may include a first fluid pathway and a number of replaceable second fluid modules surrounding at least in part the first fluid pathway.

Abstract: A wall-mountable radiation garment holder used to hold apron style or other two hanging fixture radiation attenuating garments. The design holds the apron without folding and helps prevent contact with any other surface. The holder is made of nonporous surface material, such as Corian® or stainless steel, which are frequently disinfected. The holder reduces sorption of unhealthful agents. The holder supports the radiation garment away from adjacent surfaces. The holder shown has a central section that contacts the wall, door or other suitable support. Extension sections are connected to the central section and extend away from a supporting wall. Opposing arms are connected near distal ends of the extension sections. On the arms are hooks or other suitable connectors to which the apron or other garment can be easily attached and detached.

Abstract: A radiation garment holder for mounting on a wall or other suitable surface. The holder has a central section with first and second clearance sections, first and second arms, and first and second shoulder support regions. The cantilevered clearance sections prevent radiation protection garments from contacting a support surface. The non-contact design reduces disease transmission between the radiation garment and a support surface, and reduces mechanical damage to the garment. The convex shoulder supports help extend the useful life of a radiation garment. The holder is nonporous and may readily be disinfected without degrading the material. The nonporous holder reduces the absorption of infectious agents, reduces the ability of the holder to support the growth of microorganisms or other antigenic materials, and reduces the risk of transferring unhealthful agents.

Abstract: A clamp assembly operates to hold first and second articles together. The clamp assembly includes an article holder adapted for engaging the first article, and an attached flexible cable. The cable has a proximal end fixed to the article holder and a free end depending from the article holder. A first fastener is located on the cable between its proximal and free ends. A second fastener is located at the free end of the cable. A cable retracting wheel operates to retract the cable relative to the article holder.

Abstract: Cargo rack systems include a side rail that is attached to stanchions mounted on a vehicle's roof portion. The side rail includes a channel formed on a top surface thereof, wherein a fastening member secures the side rail to the stanchions, such that the fastening member is recessed in the channel. The cross rails are fastened to a stanchion that fits over the cross rail. Any number of different combinations of cargo rack systems may be attached to the vehicle's roof portion. The systems also include a side rail member, a stanchion member, a clamp member having a flange portion extending therefrom, and a side rail member, wherein the flange portion is operable to engage a portion of the side rail member, wherein the flange portion is substantially L-shaped, wherein a substantially D-shaped portion of the side rail member is operable to engage the L-shaped flange portion.

Abstract: A pack which includes a sac, an internal frame for the sac, a shoulder harness and a hip belt; the frame includes a pair of spaced flexible rods positioned one on each side of the frame so as to extend down at least the lower part of the length of each side of the sac; tensioning means are secured between each flexible rod at or adjacent the end of said flexible rod, and an adjacent portion of the hip belt; each said tensioning means being adapted to move the corresponding flexible rod so as to bow and tension said rod and provide a relatively rigid weight transmitting connection between said rod and the corresponding portion of the hip belt; the arrangement being such that said movement of said flexible rods tends to lift the frame and the pack, decreasing the loading on the shoulder harness and increasing the loading on the belt.

Abstract: In separation of sheet glass by making use of thermal strain, separated surfaces can be obtained to avoid the occurrence of glass chips and to have excellent linearity even in relatively thick sheet glass. After a score, which serves as a crack initiation point is engraved at a separation initiation point in sheet glass, the sheet glass is heated along an imaginary line of by a heating burner; the heated portion of the sheet glass with the imaginary line of separation set therein is locally cooled by a mist, which is produced by a cooling nozzle comprising a liquid-ejecting port disposed at a central portion thereof and a gas-ejecting port disposed around an outer periphery of the liquid-ejecting port, the liquid-ejecting port projecting farther than the gas-ejecting port; and a minute crack of the score is caused to propagate along the imaginary line of separation to form a crack required for separation of the sheet glass.

Abstract: An improved nail restrainer for a nailing machine comprises a nose located in the front of the nailing machine and a nose cover coupled with the nose. In the nose, there are formed a through hole allowing staples or straight nails to pass therethrough and a guiding groove allowing the staples or straight nails to slide therealong. An elastic rib is provided on the nose cover and extends into said guiding groove, one end of which is integral with the nose cover body. In the present invention, because of the integral structure between the elastic rib and nose cover, it is much easier to be manufactured, the bend extent of the elastic rib is easy to be controlled, and therefore the rejection rate is lowered. Moreover, as no assembling procedure for the elastic rib is needed, the cost is cut down.

Abstract: A desktop stapler includes an automatic opening staple track whereby when the stapler is opened by pivoting the body about the base, the track is de-latched by ribs of the base, and the track slides out from a chamber within the body. The stapler includes a track alignment system that holds the front of the body precisely over the anvil by use of forward and rear torque arm contact areas between the base and track. The stapler also features a striker bottom edge that is shaped to follow the curved shape of the anvil so that the striker may enter the anvil recess without impacting the anvil. A staple chamber in the stapler has staple exit ribs that allow only one staple at a time to be ejected from the staple chamber.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a nail stopper for a skew nailing gun that is applicable to different types of skew nail, at a top end of the nailing groove on the muzzle of a nailing gun is formed a arc-shaped guiding groove correspondingly to the sharp end of various types of skew nail, so that the nailing gun with this guiding groove is suitable for the commonly-used various types of skew nails whose skew angle ranging from 31-37 degrees.

Abstract: A surgical stapler has a body capable of containing a plurality of staples in an aligned state; a ram provided inside said body, having a central concave portion and pressure armatures on both sides of the concave portion; an anvil that, when the armatures of said ram contact both sides of a crown of a staple, forces the center of the crown into the concave portion of the ram; and a trigger rotatably supported on the body so as to cause relative movement between the ram and the anvil. A moving member strikes another member so as to produce a sound or a sensation of impact after a staple sandwiched between the ram and the anvil is bent by the advance of the anvil into the concave portion of the ram and bending of the staple is completed.

Abstract: Describeed is a full-thickness resection system which includes a control unit coupled to a proximal end of a flexible endoscope. The control unit remains outside of a body when the stapling head is in an operative position within a body lumen. The control unit includes (i) an anvil actuator coupled to an anvil in the stapling head, actuation of the anvil actuator moves the anvil axially relative to a stapling mechanism in the stapling head to compress a folded full-thickness portion of lumenal tissue between the anvil and the stapling mechanism. In addition, the control unit includes (ii) a stapler actuator coupled to the stapling mechanism in the stapling head, actuation of the stapler actuator causing the stapling mechanism to drive staples through the folded lumenal tissue against the anvil.

Abstract: A compact soldering apparatus capable of increasing reliability of products by reducing occurrence of dross and using lead-free solder, wherein a primary jet nozzle 1, a secondary jet nozzle 2, and a pump (not shown) forming jet waves 24, 25 are installed in a solder tank 6 reservoiring molten solder S. Guide plates 4, 5 are installed between the jet nozzles 1, 2 above a solder face F of the molten solder S on a position where the molten solder is dropped. The guide plates 4, 5 formed into a V-shape are provided with solder guide portions crossing each other so as to drop the molten solder S at different positions on the solder face F of the solder tank 6. Molten solder dropped onto upper portions of the guide plates 4, 5 passes through the solder guide portions and is made to fall on a nozzle side different to a nozzle side where the solder is flowed.

Abstract: The present invention provides a desoldering sheath and a method for making the same. The desoldering sheath is comprised of multiple metal ropes that are each made from two or more fine-gauge wire threads. The metal ropes are woven together to form a metal fabric that approximates the shape of a soldering tool tip. The metal fabric is formed by weaving the metal ropes around a mold that approximates the shape of the soldering tip. In the preferred embodiment, several such molds are strung together when the metal fabric is woven. After the weaving is complete, the fabric is then cut at those points along its length where the consecutive molds meet, and the molds are then removed, while the fabric retains the approximate shape of the molds. The desoldering sheath is mounted over a soldering tool tip and can conduct heat directly from the soldering tool to the solder and then absorb molten solder by capillary action, making desoldering a one-handed task.

Abstract: A method of forming and a blank therefor, in which the blank comprises a parent body and an insert, at least one of which is made of a material which possesses superplastic properties. The insert is joined to the parent body by friction stir welding. The primary purpose of the invention is to provide a blank for a forming process during which some parts of the blank are required to deform to an extent which requires superplastic properties, whereas the remaining parts of the blank are deformed to a lesser extent.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for clamping at least two components 17, 18, in particular components 17, 18 for aircraft, in order to join the components 17, 18 by means of a weld seam 22 formed between two component edges 20, 21 via friction stir welding, wherein the components 17, 18 each are accommodated by several supporting elements 6-16, and a welding backup plate 3 is arranged under the weld seam 22. According to the invention, both sides of the welding backup plate 3 each have at least one mounting device 4, 5 that can be exposed to a vacuum for securing the components 17, 18. The mounting devices 4, 5 that can be placed under a vacuum enable the rapid and easy clamping of components 17, 18 for purposes of joining via the known friction stir welding process.

Abstract: This invention provides a configuration of a joint that allows a satisfactory welded joint to be formed with reduced deformation of the joint region when two-face structures (panels) are friction-welded end to end. The panels 31, 32 each have two substantially parallel plates 33, 34 and a third member 35 connecting the two plates 33, 34. The end portions of the plates 33, 34 of one panel 32 are friction-welded to the end portions of the plates 33, 34 of the other panel 32. At least one of the panels has a plate 36 at its end for connecting the plates 33 and 34 and has a rigidity to support a pressing force produced during the friction welding.

Abstract: This invention provides a configuration of a joint that allows a satisfactory welded joint to be formed with reduced deformation of the joint region when two-face structures (panels) are friction-welded end to end. The panels 31, 32 each have two substantially parallel plates 33, 34 and a third member 35 connecting the two plates 33, 34. The end portions of the plates 33, 34 of one panel 32 are friction-welded to the end portions of the plates 33, 34 of the other panel 32. At least one of the panels has a plate 36 at its end for connecting the plates 33 and 34 and has a rigidity to support a pressing force produced during the friction welding.

Abstract: A method for producing a metallic honeycomb body includes providing a plurality of smooth sheet-metal foils and at least partly structured sheet-metal foils and placing the foils in a housing. The smooth sheet-metal foils have a first length while the structured sheet-metal foils have a second length. A difference between the first length and the second length is selected in accordance with a prestress.

Abstract: One or more disposable funnels are provided as integral and detachable portions of the walls of a carton in which cans or bottles of a pourable product such as oil are enclosed. In this manner, the funnels are can be conveniently marketed along with the product, and are handy, disposable, and economical and they are constructed by perforating preexisting carton walls. Each funnel is defined by a substantially continuous severance line that distinguishes the periphery of the funnel from the remainder of the carton wall. The funnel is detached from the carton wall by breaking the severance line. Then, the funnel is configured for use by folding or otherwise reshaping the funnel to include a channel for controlling the flow of the product as it is poured from a container, and a handle for holding the funnel in position.

Abstract: A container storage box of the present invention holds a flexible container that includes a flexible part and is capable of discharging its fluid contents for an image forming apparatus. The flexible container is taken out of the container storage box and is placed in a container loading part of the image forming apparatus. The container storage box has rigid sidewalls that prevent the flexible container from deforming during storage. The rigid sidewalls keep the flexible a container in a configuration that is adapted to a container loading part of the image forming apparatus.

Abstract: An erectable and collapsible container including a plurality of side walls joined along a plurality of wall hinges providing articulation between the side walls. A bottom wall is attached to the side walls at edge hinges providing articulation between the side walls and the bottom wall. At least one flexible gusset portion is provided extending between one or more of the side walls and the bottom wall, and the gusset portion is movable with the bottom wall in response to movement of the side walls and the bottom wall between collapsed and erected configurations. Structure is provided for maintaining the side walls in the erected configuration such that the side walls define a generally rigid or semi-rigid structure. A pair of opposed flexible panels extend from the side walls and define a bag-like upper portion extending from the support structure and forming a sealable opening for the container.

Abstract: The hinge-lid pack comprising box part (11) and lid (12) features a polygon-like configuration in the region of its side walls (22, 23), namely having angular wall legs (28, 29) and a narrow, transverse side wall (22, 23). The cross-sectional shape of the hinge-lid pack thus conforms to the contour of a cigarette group as the pack's contents, with the cigarette group having at its edges adjacent to the side walls (22, 23) a marginal transverse row of 2 cigarettes and adjacent thereto a transverse row of 3 cigarettes.

Abstract: The enclosed created concept of a single sheet of material, primarily corrugated cardboard and or regular flat cardboard stock scored to desired sizes allows the bottom of said carton to be a seamless section as well the four sides. This accomplished by the unique scored two end sections and the end cutouts as shown in the artwork. Also noted: End sections must correspond to the same proportions as the sides and bottom sizes.

Abstract: A mailbox has a housing having a plurality of walls, and a light source arranged so as to emit light into an interior of the housing, wherein the housing has at least one transparent wall through which the light emitted by the light source into the interior of the housing passes.

Abstract: A sheet punching device that cuts holes in a sheet while punches are entering die holes, in which a plurality of punch trains along each of which a plurality of punches are aligned on a rotating shaft in parallel with the rotating shaft are disposed in the rotation direction of the rotating shaft, and the die holes are disposed in correspondence with the punches of the punch trains.

Abstract: An electrosurgical apparatus having a counter/lockout mechanism that monitors the number of sterilization/use cycles the electrosurgical apparatus undergoes and indicates the number of sterilization/use cycles that have actually been performed. The counter/lockout mechanism includes a temperature actuated element actuated in response to each sterilization cycle and a mechanically actuated element in response to a use cycle to effectuate a change of one or a plurality of indicia. The counter/lockout mechanism causes a single increment or decrement for each sterilization/use cycle that has been completed while also impeding use of the electrosurgical apparatus when the electrosurgical apparatus has undergone a predetermined number of sterilization/use cycles. In one embodiment, the distance of movement of the mechanically actuated element when fully actuated is greater than the distance the indicator moves when illustrating a change in the number of remaining uses.

Abstract: A tag writing and reading method suitable for a semiconductor product are provided. In the tag writing method, a code representing a tag is provided, and then the code is converted into a tag pattern that is then combined with a portion of the pattern of the pattern. Next, the pattern is combined with the tag pattern and used as the design content of the semiconductor product. In addition, a length of line segment, a number of points or interval(s) between a plurality of line segments may be adopted for representing the code of the tag. In addition, the tag code may include a patent number.

Abstract: A system for displaying audio content with text including a book holder and a book. The book holder identifies which book of a plurality is placed in the holder by detecting magnetic indicators in specific locations and arrangements which are unique to each book. The page of the book which a user views at any given time is identified by detection of ambient light, by detection of a number of circuit elements in parallel, by detection of progressively stacked magnetic sensors, or by microwave reflection.

Abstract: Communication between machines in an event-based manufacturing system. In an event-based manufacturing system, material-specific data obtained for a material produced during a first manufacturing operation is used to govern a second manufacturing operation to decrease the likelihood of at least a delay event, a waste event, or poor quality of the product.

Abstract: A method of performing a money transfer send transaction comprises receiving information at a call center from a sender for a send transaction, including a proposed send amount, and responsive to the information from the sender received at the call center, building a staging record for the send transaction. The staging record includes compliance data responsive to the proposed send amount and to compliance rules. A data center receives information from an agent provided by the sender to the agent, with the information including a retrieval key to identify the staging record, a requested send amount and agent location information. Responsive to the requested send amount and the agent location information, the data center identifies in the compliance rules at least one applicable compliance window and tests the requested send transaction and compliance data in the staging record for consistency with the at least one applicable compliance window.

Abstract: The system of the present invention comprises a personal Virtual Safety Deposit Box where users are able to enroll their identification methods, financial accounts and personal information. Once authenticated, this information is transferred to a master file within a central databank. Enrollment enables the user to link each item (collectively referred to as the “stored data”) to any one of the plurality of identification methods they enter. Thereafter, the user may employ their enrolled identification methods to select a desired one of the stored data fields. A secure intermediary uses the identification method and a selection method to determine which of the stored data fields the user desires to employ by accessing a database containing each of the stored data fields and the corresponding selection method. The selected field is activated and any relevant outside agencies are notified of the transaction and the transaction is concluded.

Abstract: A system and method for enabling a portable wireless devices to operate an automated teller machine (ATM) including cash dispenser is provided. The portable device includes at least one input device and at least one output device. The portable device is responsive to at least one input to the input device to wirelessly communicate with the ATM to carry out at least one financial transaction. The financial transaction may include causing the ATM to dispense cash, accept a deposit, or transfer value between banking accounts.

Abstract: A system for monitoring a validator that assesses a token is disclosed. The system includes an input device 4 for receiving messages 5 from a machine 2 including a validator 6. The messages containing data indicative of validator events such as an assessment of a token resulting in acceptance of the token and an assessment of a token resulting in rejection of the token. The system further includes a processor 7 for deriving timing information for the validator events and for comparing the data and timing information with predetermined criteria. Personnel alerts are raised when predetermined criteria are satisfied, and maintenance of validators may be scheduled in dependence upon criteria related to assessments of tokens resulting in rejection.

Abstract: Producing print streams for efficiently generating properly formatted and ordered paper cash letters comprises print stream file that includes electronic form definitions for each cash letter document. The cash letter documents can include a cover page, one or more bundles of substitute checks, a bundle summary for each substitute check bundle, and/or a cash letter bundle summary. Information from an electronic image cash letter file can be input in data fields of the electronic form definitions. Printing the information in the print stream file results in a properly formatted and ordered paper cash letter including substitute checks and audit data. Each substitute check can include all of the MICR data provided on a corresponding, original paper check. The audit data includes the cover page, bundle summary(ies), and/or cash letter bundle summary, which can each detail the documents printed concurrently therewith.

Abstract: A system for performing a money transfer receive transaction includes a receive transaction staging device which provides a recipient with access to a financial services institution in order to receive transaction details from the recipient. The system also includes a data base for storing transaction details and a receive control code, wherein the transaction details include a receive amount, and wherein the receive control code corresponds to the transaction details stored on the data base. The system further includes a receive transaction fulfillment device in communication with the data base to retrieve the receive control code and the transaction details from the data base based on the receive control code. The data base verifies the receive control code and authorizes the receive transaction fulfillment device to issue cash or another negotiable instrument corresponding to at least a portion of the receive amount.