WO2008071408A2 - Procédé et dispositif pour la prise en charge d'envois postaux - Google Patents

Procédé et dispositif pour la prise en charge d'envois postaux Download PDF

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WO2008071408A2
WO2008071408A2 PCT/EP2007/010867 EP2007010867W WO2008071408A2 WO 2008071408 A2 WO2008071408 A2 WO 2008071408A2 EP 2007010867 W EP2007010867 W EP 2007010867W WO 2008071408 A2 WO2008071408 A2 WO 2008071408A2
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Keith Ulrich
Stefan Wilms
Robert Poggemann
Marcel Schirmer
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Deutsche Post Ag
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    • G—PHYSICS
    • G07—CHECKING-DEVICES
    • G07F—COIN-FREED OR LIKE APPARATUS
    • G07F17/00—Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
    • G07F17/10—Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services for means for safe-keeping of property, left temporarily, e.g. by fastening the property
    • G07F17/12—Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services for means for safe-keeping of property, left temporarily, e.g. by fastening the property comprising lockable containers, e.g. for accepting clothes to be cleaned
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47G—HOUSEHOLD OR TABLE EQUIPMENT
    • A47G29/00—Supports, holders, or containers for household use, not provided for in groups A47G1/00-A47G27/00 or A47G33/00 
    • A47G29/12—Mail or newspaper receptacles, e.g. letter-boxes; Openings in doors or the like for delivering mail or newspapers
    • A47G29/1207—Mail or newspaper receptacles, e.g. letter-boxes; Openings in doors or the like for delivering mail or newspapers for posting letters
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47G—HOUSEHOLD OR TABLE EQUIPMENT
    • A47G29/00—Supports, holders, or containers for household use, not provided for in groups A47G1/00-A47G27/00 or A47G33/00 
    • A47G29/14—Deposit receptacles for food, e.g. breakfast, milk, or large parcels; Similar receptacles for food or large parcels with appliances for preventing unauthorised removal of the deposited articles, i.e. food or large parcels
    • A47G29/141—Deposit receptacles for food, e.g. breakfast, milk, or large parcels; Similar receptacles for food or large parcels with appliances for preventing unauthorised removal of the deposited articles, i.e. food or large parcels comprising electronically controlled locking means
    • A47G2029/142—Deposit receptacles for food, e.g. breakfast, milk, or large parcels; Similar receptacles for food or large parcels with appliances for preventing unauthorised removal of the deposited articles, i.e. food or large parcels comprising electronically controlled locking means the receptacle interior being adapted to receive a transportable deposit container for food or large parcels
    • A47G2029/143—Deposit receptacles for food, e.g. breakfast, milk, or large parcels; Similar receptacles for food or large parcels with appliances for preventing unauthorised removal of the deposited articles, i.e. food or large parcels comprising electronically controlled locking means the receptacle interior being adapted to receive a transportable deposit container for food or large parcels the container comprising identification means, e.g. a bar code
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47G—HOUSEHOLD OR TABLE EQUIPMENT
    • A47G29/00—Supports, holders, or containers for household use, not provided for in groups A47G1/00-A47G27/00 or A47G33/00 
    • A47G29/14—Deposit receptacles for food, e.g. breakfast, milk, or large parcels; Similar receptacles for food or large parcels with appliances for preventing unauthorised removal of the deposited articles, i.e. food or large parcels
    • A47G29/141—Deposit receptacles for food, e.g. breakfast, milk, or large parcels; Similar receptacles for food or large parcels with appliances for preventing unauthorised removal of the deposited articles, i.e. food or large parcels comprising electronically controlled locking means
    • A47G2029/146—Deposit receptacles for food, e.g. breakfast, milk, or large parcels; Similar receptacles for food or large parcels with appliances for preventing unauthorised removal of the deposited articles, i.e. food or large parcels comprising electronically controlled locking means the receptacle comprising identification means, e.g. a bar code

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  • the invention relates to a method for accepting mailpieces.
  • the invention further relates to a device for carrying out the method.
  • Collecting containers are known for the collection of postal goods, which allow the deposit of mailings during the insertion of mail and also to prevent access to already inserted shipments.
  • the insertion slot is usually designed so narrow that access to inserted letters is not possible.
  • German Offenlegungsschrift DE 103 51 475 A9 describes a mailbox for collecting parcels having an insertion opening and a storage space arranged below the insertion opening.
  • a flap is pivotable about a horizontally extending axis, and in the idle state, the flap closes the insertion opening. If a user wants to insert a parcel shipment, he swings the flap forward towards him and inserts the parcel. In this case, the flap is designed so that it does not allow access to already inserted into the storage space packages in the open state. When closing the door, the access to the storage compartment is opened and the package falls into the container.
  • the object of the invention is to provide a method for accepting mail, which allows the recordings to be received in a collecting device.
  • the object of the invention is also to provide a device for carrying out the method.
  • the invention includes a method for accepting mail in a container.
  • sampling data is information about one or more of the following events:
  • the invention can be carried out with a variety of devices and is therefore not limited to individual devices.
  • a particularly advantageous device for receiving mailpieces with a container for receiving the mailpieces and with a removal point for removing the mailpieces is characterized in that it contains an interaction means which is equipped so that it can interact with a detection means.
  • the device and the container provides that the mail items are delivered to a logistics system and that at least one in the Logistic system, depending on the sampling data.
  • the invention includes a novel logistics system that automates and significantly simplifies the transport of mail to intended recipients.
  • a logistics system which is characterized by a particularly high level of security and reliability.
  • logistics system is to be understood in the context of the invention in a broad meaning.
  • it comprises systems which contain the means and facilities for carrying out the transport of mailpieces from delivery locations to delivery locations on a transport route, preferably within a postal distribution network.
  • a further development of the method, the device, the container and the logistics system is characterized in that the storage and / or the transmission of the removal data by the interaction means associated with the container takes place.
  • the storage and / or the transmission of the sampling data is particularly advantageous in order to achieve one or more of the following effects:
  • Such information is particularly preferred examples of sampling data according to the invention.
  • the removal data can also be, for example, information about a degree of filling of the containers.
  • the invention makes it possible to carry out evaluations of the degree of filling of devices for receiving mailpieces and to use this information for a location selection and / or for determining a frequency to be performed.
  • the removal data may also include further information, for example, defect reports, for example about damage or soiling.
  • a further development of the method, the device, the container and the logistics system provides that the interaction means contains an information store.
  • a further development of the method, the device, the container and the logistics system is characterized in that the information store contains an identification information.
  • a further development of the method, the device, the container and the logistics system provides that the identification information identifies the container.
  • a development of the method, the device, the container and the logistics system is characterized in that the information storage is firmly connected to the container.
  • a further development of the method, the device, the container and the logistics system provides that the identification information identifies a stationary device for receiving the container.
  • a development of the method, the device, the container and the logistics system is characterized in that the information storage is firmly connected to the stationary device.
  • a further development of the method, the device, the container and the logistics system provides that an opening of the container is detected as confirmation of a removal operation of the respective container.
  • a further development of the method, the device, the container and the logistics system is characterized in that an opening of the device containing the container is detected as a removal process for the container.
  • a further development of the method, the device, the container and the logistics system provides that information of at least one mail item is recorded, the information being associated with a mailpiece.
  • a refinement of the method, the device, the container and the logistics system is characterized in that the information collected is one or more codes which identify the item or items.
  • the invention improves logistical functions. Furthermore, a logistics system is provided by the invention in a particularly simple and expedient manner, which allows tracking and tracing for a variety of mail items.
  • the place of delivery is, for example, the illustrated device for accepting mailpieces.
  • This device is part of the logistics system for handling the object to be transported.
  • Delivery location is preferably selected by the client of the transport. For a return, this is for example a warehouse of a dealer or manufacturer.
  • a further development of the method, the device, the container and the logistics system provides that a collector of the mailings ends the removal process by selecting a corresponding function on an input means.
  • a development of the method, the device, the container and the logistics system is characterized in that the input means is located in a region of the stationary device.
  • a further development of the method, the device, the container and the logistics system provides that the input means is located in a region of the container.
  • a refinement of the method, the device, the container and the logistics system is characterized in that after opening the container and / or provided for receiving the container device of the container and / or provided for receiving the container device so blocked is that a further removal is prevented.
  • withdrawal periods it is possible to set withdrawal periods. Furthermore, it can be determined that withdrawals outside the withdrawal periods are prevented by blocking the device and / or the container.
  • control means cause an opened container can only be closed by the collector if previously recorded information that is associated with at least one shipment.
  • control means cause an opened device can only be closed by the collector when previously sampling data has been detected.
  • a further development of the invention provides for carrying out at least one processing operation in the logistics system as a function of the removal data.
  • the generated pickup order is recorded in a navigation system of a vehicle as a destination or intermediate station.
  • a refinement of the method, of the device, of the container and of the logistics system is characterized in that the control means of the container cause a container to automatically pop up again if no information is detected or has been assigned to a shipment.
  • control means cause the container to pop up automatically when no sampling data is or has been detected.
  • a refinement of the method, the device, the container and the logistics system is characterized in that the control means cause the device to be automatically moved. table is opened again if no information is recorded or has been assigned to a consignment.
  • the device, the container and the logistics system provides that the control means cause the device to be reopened if no removal data is or has been detected.
  • the invention comprises a plurality of sampling means for sampling operations.
  • Advantageous developments of the invention include detection means which are located in a region of the device and / or of a container contained in the device.
  • the detection means may be formed by using at least one reading device which can interact with the device and / or the container contained in the device.
  • a development provides that the interaction means comprises at least one transponder.
  • a preferred embodiment of the invention provides that the transponder is located inside the device.
  • the transponder In order to prevent inadvertent readout of the transponder and / or abusive reading of the transponder, in particular by persons who are not authorized to remove the mail item, it is expedient for the transponder to be located in a Faraday cage.
  • the Faraday cage is at least partially formed by a wall of the device or a container contained in it for receiving mail.
  • a device for level measurement in the storage space which serves as a removal detection means.
  • a collecting device is disposed within the storage space.
  • a lip is provided as a device for level measurement at the end of the roller blind pointing to the storage space.
  • the lip is deflected in contact with an object in the storage space and is in communication with an evaluation, which communicates a withdrawal of postal items upon reaching a defined deflection of the lip.
  • the transponder is located in a region of the device and / or the container which is not accessible from the outside.
  • An interaction of the transponder with a reading unit provided for the transaction can be detected as a picking operation.
  • the sensor is, for example, an optical sensor and / or a weight sensor.
  • Preferred embodiments of the invention include sensor transponder units in which a sensor and a transponder are connected to one another.
  • measured data acquired by the sensor it is possible for measured data acquired by the sensor to be transmitted to the transponder and detected by the transponder, preferably by a reading unit.
  • a level sensor is provided. This allows the automatic check of whether an emptying has taken place.
  • the illustrated embodiments make it possible to ensure that a removal operation is registered only when the device and / or the container have been opened.
  • the sensors provided in further developments of the invention moreover make it possible to also detect the actual removal.
  • This evaluation unit can be used, for example, to check authorization of a collector for opening the device and / or the container.
  • the method according to the invention is carried out in a device, which is also referred to below as the Einisserssta- tion.
  • the device has a housing which is inaccessible to a customer.
  • a customer is to be understood as a person who delivers mailpieces for franking in the device.
  • the device is accessible to service personnel who have access to the various technical components.
  • one or more closable flaps may be provided which release the access to the technique of the device.
  • the device is also accessible to employees of the operator of the device, which remove delivered mail and forward them to the transport and delivery process.
  • the mailpieces delivered are preferably collected in a container which is also accessible through a closable flap.
  • the container is a mailbag which can be hooked into the device in such a way that the franked items are collected in it.
  • the filled mail bag can be removed and replaced by an empty bag.
  • the collection container may be other replaceable containers such as boxes.
  • the items are collected within the device and transferred to a separate container during pickup by an employee.
  • the device performs a level control of the relevant collection container. Is the collecting tank ter is filled to a predetermined level, the operator of the device is notified that an emptying must be done. Furthermore, the acceptance of further transmissions on the device can be denied.
  • the device In order to be able to be used outdoors, the device is expediently burglar-proof and weatherproof. It is preferably placed in public places and ensures a 24-hour operation. This allows a customer to deliver shipments at all times without having to worry about store opening hours.
  • the device has an acceptance means for accepting postal items. This is preferably a singler, which feeds a stack of mailpieces individually into the device.
  • the verzeier may be a known from the prior art device which allows a single feeder. The customer places a stack of shipments, for example, in an acceptance opening and closes a cover flap, behind which the collection of shipments takes place. Individual consignments can also be received via the collection in the device.
  • the device may further include, like conventional mailboxes, a slot for inserting individual mailings.
  • the device may preferably accept franked and unpaid shipments.
  • the device is designed so that it can not distinguish between these two types of transmission.
  • the customer will be asked to provide franked or unpaid shipments and to indicate what type of shipments are involved.
  • a mixed introduction of shipments can be made by the customer.
  • the determination of unfranked and franked shipments can for example be done by the evaluation of graphical information on the shipment surface.
  • the orientation of the items and graphic information on the items are detected within the apparatus and the items of mail are turned and turned on the basis of an evaluation of this information so that they can be printed on one side with a correctly positioned postage indicium.
  • the graphical information is address and / or sender information, which is evaluated according to a predetermined scheme.
  • pressure means are provided on both sides of the mailings, so that only the intended print page of a mail item is determined on the basis of the acquired graphic information and the corresponding printing means is activated on this page.
  • the device can provide that the items are to be inserted by the customer in a specific orientation in the device. For example, is a contribution of the
  • Alignment of a broadcast can be done for example by recording an image of the broadcast by a digital camera.
  • the image is line by line with a fixed distance and fixed focal length and then joined together to form the overall picture.
  • the image analysis recognizes whether an address has been specified in the intended address zone. If an address is recognized there, the consignment is inserted incorrectly and is withdrawn from further processing. With edgewise instead of transversely inserted transmissions can proceed analogously.
  • the apparatus may further comprise containers for dispensing or withdrawing transport containers. If a customer delivers a large number of consignments in the device, the operator of the consignment station makes available to him transport containers with which he can transport the consignments to the station. In order not to have to take back the container again, the containers can be placed in containers of the device. The customer may also remove additional containers from the containers. In a further embodiment of the invention, the containers can also be used to set containers with a plurality of postal items, which preferably already have a franking. It is also possible to set containers with non-franked items which are not sent through the apparatus but through a downstream franking process through the machine
  • the device serves only as an acceptance device.
  • the access to the containers is preferably coupled to a successful identification of the customer on the device, whereby a container can not be opened again after the consignments have been removed.
  • the consignment station is combined with a machine for dispensing stamps, so that a customer can preferably purchase postage stamps of arbitrary values on the device.
  • the payment of the postage stamp can be done via a money, a cash card or also on the required for the access of the device customer card.
  • forms or other documents can also be issued, which are usually available in a branch.
  • the consignments to be deposited may be, for example, different types, each associated with particular process steps.
  • identification means such as codes in order to be able to control and track the route of a particular parcel as effectively as possible.
  • a code must be detected by detection means of a container when a consignment is deposited. For example, a mail number is detected in the form of a scanned-in code or a character string entered through a keyboard.
  • a further development of the method, the logistics system, the container, the means of transport and the computer program product is characterized in that the removal data are stored.
  • a further development of the method, the logistics system, the container and the computer program product provides that the removal data is stored in a storage medium mounted in the container.
  • a further development of the method, the logistics system, the container, the means of transport and the computer program product is characterized in that the removal data are stored in the reading unit and / or the data processing unit connected to the reading unit.
  • a particularly preferred embodiment of the invention provides to store the removal data only in the reading unit and / or the data processing unit connected to the reading unit. This has the advantage that storage space in the
  • a further development of the method, the logic system, the container and the computer program product provides that the data processing unit performs an evaluation of the removal data.
  • a development of the method, the logistics system, the container, the means of transport and the computer program product is characterized in that at least one handling operation of the container takes place in dependence on the evaluation.
  • a further development of the method, the logistics system, the container, the means of transport and the computer program product is characterized in that a position of the transponder is determined.
  • a further development of the method, the logistics system, the container and the computer program product provides that the position of the container is stored.
  • a development of the method, the logistics system, the container, the means of transport and the computer program product is characterized in that the position is stored in the data processing unit.
  • a further development of the method, the logistics system, the container and the computer program product provides that the position of the container is determined and that the position of the container is assigned to the removal data obtained.
  • a further development of the method, the logistics system, the container, the means of transport and the computer program product is characterized in that energy is supplied to the transponder.
  • a further development of the method, the logistics system, the container and the computer program product provides that the energy is supplied by the reading unit.
  • a development of the method, the logistics system, the container, the means of transport and the computer program product is characterized in that an intermediate layer absorbs electromagnetic radiation.
  • a further development of the method, the logistics system, the container and the computer program product provides that the intermediate layer reflects electromagnetic radiation.
  • transponders For an inventive use are many types of transponders. Particularly preferred are transponders that serve as transmitting and / or receiving devices. In particular, these are receivers which are suitable for outputting their own signal after receiving a foreign signal.
  • transponder is an abbreviation of transmitter (sender) and responder [(signal) responder].
  • transponders which are provided with at least one identification.
  • transponders are also referred to below as RFID tags. It is expedient to replace or complement a visually detectable marking of objects in transport or logistics systems by RFID technologies with electronically rewritable and readable transponders.
  • RFID technologies with electronically rewritable and readable transponders.
  • Such systems have the advantage that in a transponder, a variety of information can be electronically loaded and unloaded, whereby automatic transport, sorting, tracking or distribution operations can be controlled, without the visual display of information is required.
  • a transponder with identification information is preferably executed as an RFID tag.
  • An RFID tag consists of a microchip and an antenna. On the chip, a code is stored that contains processing-relevant information. In particular, the information about identification identification information.
  • Transponders are equipped to send and / or receive signals to a triggering (radio) signal of a reader. Active transponders contain a power supply for their operation. Passive transponders, however, receive energy through the signals emitted by the reader.
  • the technical implementation of the invention preferably includes a database containing information about the mail items to be transported and at least one device for accepting the mailpieces that is intended to receive a shipment. It is particularly advantageous that the database contains information about a plurality of devices for accepting mail intended for delivery of the object.
  • a transmission of selected, compressed and / or reduced values has the advantage that storage and transmission capacities are used more effectively.
  • antennas tuned to the wavelength of the electromagnetic radiation of the transponders are used.
  • the information collected in this way is then processed further.
  • the reading unit is arranged in a transport means for the container, in a warehouse or a processing center for the container.
  • a data processing unit which is preferably connectable to the reading unit, receives this extraction data from the reading unit.
  • a further development of the invention is characterized in that the position of the container is determined by a locating means in connection with the container and the position of the container is assigned to the extraction data obtained.
  • the position of the container can be determined by a locating means directly on the container or on a means of transport with which the container is transported. If the locating means is located at an associated means of transport, it is preferably in connection with the data processing unit of the container.
  • the position of the container can be determined, for example, by a locating means in the form of a GSM module, a GPS module and / or a direction-finding transmitter.
  • the different location means can be used depending on a required accuracy of the position determination, where they can be used either vertically or in parallel.
  • a further development of the method, the logistics system, the container and the computer program product provides that the removal data obtained from the sensors are compared with nominal values, with a deviation from a nominal value being regarded as an alarm.
  • the comparison of the removal data is preferably carried out by comparing the measured NEN electrical properties of the conductive layers with a desired value of the electrical properties. It can be provided that a deviation of the physical nature of the container material detected by the sensor from a desired value is not considered as an alarm, if the deviation is assigned a position of the container, which deposits as a position for the permitted opening of a container in the data processing unit is.
  • the extraction data obtained from the sensor are transmitted to a communication module on the container, and the communication module transmits the extraction data to a message receiving device.
  • a further development of the invention provides to use at least one transponder as a communication module.
  • the transmission of the extraction data from the communication module to the message receiving device can take place on the transport path or after the arrival of the container at the destination.
  • the transmission of the sampling data on the transport route only takes place if a comparison within the data processing unit reveals that there is a deviation from nominal values, in particular from nominal times for pick-up operations (acceptance processes).
  • the determination of the position of the container and the assignment of the position to the removal data obtained by the sensor is preferably carried out in the data processing unit of the container, but it can also be carried out in the message receiving device or in the monitoring center.
  • a further embodiment of the invention provides that the container is provided with a detection means for registering the mailpieces in the container and that data about the detected mail items are transmitted to the data processing unit.
  • an antenna may be provided.
  • the mailpieces are registered via the reading of RFID tags located on the mailpieces when the RFID tags are moved past the antenna during a removal process of the mailpieces.
  • the container may further be provided with a bulk detection device which detects the mailpieces when all the mail items are loaded in the container.
  • the number of mailpieces introduced in the containers is registered in the data processing unit.
  • an object removed from the container reduces the number of mailpieces detected in the data processing unit.
  • further data of the mailpieces are preferably recorded.
  • the number and / or further data of the registered mailpieces are transmitted in a particularly preferred embodiment of the invention from the data processing unit to the communication module, which transmits the information to a message receiving device.
  • the message receiving device can be located, for example, in the area of the recipient of the mail or in the area of a monitoring center. Via an interface, this information can be read out and further processed.
  • a further development of the invention comprises, in addition to a method for monitoring a container, a container with means for monitoring according to the invention.
  • the devices are preferably installed at various easily accessible locations, so that the customer can choose flexibly or even spontaneously decide to deliver a mailpiece.
  • information about the consignments sent and / or the consignments taken can also be updated in the database and the operation of the device can be adapted to changing requirements.
  • Fig. 1 shows a cross section through an inventive device 10 for accepting mail.
  • the device 10 comprises a container (housing) 20 which encloses a cavity 40, for example a cuboid.
  • letters - may be, for example, a cuboid Container with a bottom surface, four side walls and a cover arrangement act.
  • the container can be made of different - usual for mailboxes - materials such as wood, plastic, metal or combinations thereof.
  • the device can be placed in a variety of locations, preferably with multiple devices.
  • the devices are located in locations which are easily accessible to customers and can preferably be reached within 24 hours.
  • a customer can deliver a mailing for every convenient time for him.
  • Particularly advantageous is the installation of the devices in places such as gas stations, department stores or supermarkets, which are often frequented by customers.
  • the container 20 When using metal as a container material, the container 20 itself forms a Faraday cage.
  • a material which has only a low conductivity - for example, a plastic - it is expedient to provide an inner side of the housing 20 with an electrically conductive coating 30 to form a Faraday cage.
  • the electrically conductive coating 30 is, for example, a layer produced by a conventional layer production method. However, it is also possible for this purpose to provide a conventional metal foil - for example an aluminum foil.
  • a sensor 70 for example a sensor for measuring the fill level of the mailpieces (fill level meter).
  • the connection is preferably made via a connecting means 80 - for example, a cable strip.
  • a collector of mail opens the container 10 and removes the further container 50 contained in it.
  • the collector brings a reader into an area of influence of the transponder 60.
  • an interaction between the transponder 60 and the reader 70 is detected as a picking operation.
  • the background for this detection is that the interaction between the reading device 70 and the transponder 60 can only take place if the container 50 containing the mailpieces was previously removed from the device 10.
  • the fill level sensor 70 for example, a suitable optical sensor-detects a maximum fill level of the mailpieces.
  • the person skilled in the field of logistics systems can use the illustrated device for accepting mailpieces for delivery. different way to suit each postal needs.
  • this can also be done in a device in that a container for storing mailpieces is removed and / or tipped so that the mailpieces contained in it are transferred into a suitable transport container.
  • the container 50 used for receiving the mailpieces is also used as a transport container for the mailpieces.

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Abstract

L'invention concerne un procédé permettant de prendre en charge des envois postaux dans un récipient. Ledit procédé se caractérise en ce qu'il comprend les étapes suivantes: réception d'un envoi postal dans le récipient, stockage dudit envoi postal dans ledit récipient, prélèvement de l'envoi postal pour le sortir du récipient, détection d'un processus de prélèvement, mémorisation et/ou transmission de données de prélèvement au processus de prélèvement. L'invention concerne en outre un dispositif permettant de mettre ledit procédé en oeuvre et un système logistique.
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