CA2130229A1 - Apparatus for bulk dispensing of liquids - Google Patents
Apparatus for bulk dispensing of liquidsInfo
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- CA2130229A1 CA2130229A1 CA002130229A CA2130229A CA2130229A1 CA 2130229 A1 CA2130229 A1 CA 2130229A1 CA 002130229 A CA002130229 A CA 002130229A CA 2130229 A CA2130229 A CA 2130229A CA 2130229 A1 CA2130229 A1 CA 2130229A1
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- liquid
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B67—OPENING, CLOSING OR CLEANING BOTTLES, JARS OR SIMILAR CONTAINERS; LIQUID HANDLING
- B67D—DISPENSING, DELIVERING OR TRANSFERRING LIQUIDS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
- B67D7/00—Apparatus or devices for transferring liquids from bulk storage containers or reservoirs into vehicles or into portable containers, e.g. for retail sale purposes
- B67D7/02—Apparatus or devices for transferring liquids from bulk storage containers or reservoirs into vehicles or into portable containers, e.g. for retail sale purposes for transferring liquids other than fuel or lubricants
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
- B65B—MACHINES, APPARATUS OR DEVICES FOR, OR METHODS OF, PACKAGING ARTICLES OR MATERIALS; UNPACKING
- B65B3/00—Packaging plastic material, semiliquids, liquids or mixed solids and liquids, in individual containers or receptacles, e.g. bags, sacks, boxes, cartons, cans, or jars
- B65B3/26—Methods or devices for controlling the quantity of the material fed or filled
- B65B3/30—Methods or devices for controlling the quantity of the material fed or filled by volumetric measurement
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B67—OPENING, CLOSING OR CLEANING BOTTLES, JARS OR SIMILAR CONTAINERS; LIQUID HANDLING
- B67D—DISPENSING, DELIVERING OR TRANSFERRING LIQUIDS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
- B67D7/00—Apparatus or devices for transferring liquids from bulk storage containers or reservoirs into vehicles or into portable containers, e.g. for retail sale purposes
- B67D7/06—Details or accessories
- B67D7/08—Arrangements of devices for controlling, indicating, metering or registering quantity or price of liquid transferred
Abstract
ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE
An apparatus for bulk dispensing of liquids from a reservoir includes a pump connected to the reservoir for pumping liquid from the reservoir, a dispensing structure connected to the pump for dispensing the pumped liquid and a measuring structure for measuring an amount of liquid being dispensed.
An apparatus for bulk dispensing of liquids from a reservoir includes a pump connected to the reservoir for pumping liquid from the reservoir, a dispensing structure connected to the pump for dispensing the pumped liquid and a measuring structure for measuring an amount of liquid being dispensed.
Description
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The present invention relates generally to ;~
dispensing apparatuses and, more specifically, to an ~;-apparatus for bulk dispensing of liquids.
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The popularity of consumer purchase of bulk ~ ,''!.,'"'" `"' quantities of foods and other consumables has increased in ~
the past several years. As a result, there is a need in ,~; -the art to bulk dispense liquids such as laundry liquids which include liquid detergents, fabric softeners and stain ~ ;;
removers in a retail environment. `~
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It is, therefore, one object of the present invention to provide an apparatus for bulk dispensing of liquids.
It is another object of the present invention to provide an apparatus for bulk dispensing of laundry liquids in a retail environment. ;~
To achieve the foregoing objects, the present invention is ah apparatus for bulk dispensing of liquids from a reservoir. The apparatus includes a pump connected ~;
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dispensing means connected to the pump for dispensing the pumped liquid and measuring means for measuring an amount of liquid being dispensed.
One advantage of the present invention is that an apparatus is provided for bulk dispensing of liquids and, in particular, laundry liquids such as detergents, fabric softeners, and stain removers in a retail environment.
Another advantage of the present invention is that the apparatus allows the consumer to benefit from the economics of scale derived from the elimination of small guantity packaging, handling, storing and associated costs of these types of liquids, thereby lowering the overhead costs to the retailer. Yet another advantage of the present invention is that the apparatus provides a positive effect on consumers through the use of bulk dispensing and product container reuse and on the environment. Still another advantage of the present invention is that the apparatus is designed to be easily located in supermarkets, war~houses, wholesale/retail outlets, convenience stores and gasoline stations.
Other objects, features and advantages of the present invention will be readily appreciated as the same becomes better understood after reading the subsequent description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.
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5FIG. 2 is a side elevational view of the apparatus of FIG. 1.
FIG. 3 is a front elevational view of the apparatus of FIG. 1.
Referring to FIGS. 1 through 3, an apparatus 10 is shown for the bulk dispensing of liquids. The apparatus 10 includes a generally rectangular housing 12 and a storage tank or reservoir 14 disposed within the housing 1512. The res~rvoir 14 is generally cylindrical in shape and is used to store a liquid, preferably a laundry liquid, such as liquid detergents, fabric softeners, s~ain removers, etc. The reservoir 14 has a fill fitting 16 and vent fitting 18 connected thereto and extending through a 20rear of the housing 12. It should be appreciated that the reservoir 14 may be separate or part of the apparatus 10.
The apparatus 10 also includes a pump 20 connected to thei reservoir 14. The pump 20 is of the displacement type, preferably an electric positive 25displacement pump, to pump the liquid from the reservoir ',,,,~
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14. The apparatus 10 includes a flow meter 22 connected by a conduit 24 to the reservoir 14. The flow meter 22 is of the electric positive displacement type to measure or meter the amount of liquid being dispensed. The apparatus also includes an electric solenold valve 26 connected by a conduit 28 to the flow meter 22. The solenoid valve 26 is of the three way type and is also connected by a conduit 30 to the reservoir 14. The solenoid valve 26 is actuated to dispense the liquid from the apparatus 10.
The apparatus 10 includes a fill chamber 32 for receiving a container, bottle or the like and a slidable door 34 for opening and closing the fill chamber 32. The apparatus 10 also includes a bottle in place switch 36 fcr sensing whether the bottle is in the proper position for filling and a door closed switch 38 for sensing whether the door 34 is closed. The apparatus 10 further includes a door interlocking device 39 to lock the door 34 while the apparatus 10 is dispensing to prevent removal of the bottle.
The apparatus 10 includes a waste tank 40 connected to an overflow drain 42 disposed beneath the fill chamber 32 for collecting overflow or spilled liquid in the fill chamber 32. It shoùld be appreciated that the waste tank 40 is optional and the overflow drain 42 may be connected to the reservoir 14.
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~ ,, , The apparatus lo also includes a controller 44 having a microprocessor (not shown) connected to and controlling the pump 20, flow meter 22, solenoid valve 26 and door interlocking device 39. The controller 44 is also connected to the switches 36 and 38 for receiving inputs therefrom. The apparatus lo also includes a printer 46 and a user message display 48 connected to the controller 44 for receiving output from the controller 44. The apparatus -10 also includes a push button 50 for user input to the controller 44. The apparatus 10 further includes a level sensor 52 for sensing the level of fluid in a container in the fill chamber 32.
The apparatus lo will allow the consumer to insert a container, bottle or the like into the fill chamber 32, close the door 34, and push the green START :
push button 50 to begin filling the bottle. The bottle is of a predetermined size and the controller 49 is programmed to dispense this amount via the flow meter 22 and solenoid valve 26 as a maximum with each START push button request.
If the customer is reusing a container previously provided, -and the bottle may contain an amount of previously purchased detergent or other liquid, and an electronic level!sensor 52 connected to the controller 44 will insure that the pump 20 is off and the solenoid valve 26 is closed or OFF when a maximum level is sensed by the level sensor ~ ;
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52. This feature eliminates the p~ssibility of the dispensed liquid overflowing the container or bottle.
As the container or bottle is being filled, the consumer may monitor the amount being dispensed into this container both visually and numerically in pre-selected engineering units displayed on the electronic numerical display 48 located on the front of the housing 12 as the flow meter 22 accurately monitors the dispensed amount. At the same time, the price/unit is also displayed on the display 98. The consumer, at any time, may elect to interrupt the filling of the container by pushing the red STOP push button (not shown) or opening the door 34 of the fill chamber 32. After the filling has been completed, the consumer opens the door 34, interrupting the electrical lS interlock insuring no additional flow from the reservoir 14. Upon lifting the filled container from the fill chamber 32, an electrical signal is sent to the controller 49, triggering the printing of a bar code sticker detailing total volume dispensed, product identification, and total price by the printer 46. This bar coding, placed on the container, allows the retailer/wholesaler to set pricing for the item in his/her central computer and eventually charge the consumer the proper amount at the checkout counter.
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TURN OFF CYCLE COMPLETE LIGHT :
IF DOOR_CLOSED = TRUE THEN
IF BOTTLE NOT_FULL = TRUE THEN ;~
TURN ON SYSTEM READY LIGHT
IF CUSTOMER REQUEST START - TRUE THEN
LOCK BOTTLE ACCESS DOOR :~: :~::.:~.::
TURN OFF SYSTEM READY LIGHT
METER_PRESET = 1.0 'GALLONS
DO WHILE (BOTTLE NOT FULL = TRUE) OR :: :
(METEX PRESET = FALSE) : ,:;
TURN ON SYSTEM FILLING LIGHT ;: ~
MAIN SOAP PUMP = ON :: ~.:
DISPENSE VALUE = OPEN
IF ERROR TEST = TRUE THEN :;:. .,:
CALL ERROR HANDLER
END IF ::.
END DO : :
TURN OFF SYSTEM FILLING LIGHT : :~
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TURN ON CYCLE COMPLETE LIGHT .. :.:
PRINT CUSTOMER MESSAGE ON SCREEN
PRINT PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ON SLIP FOR CUSTOMER
UNLOCK BOTTLE ACCESS DOOR FOR CUSTOMER : ~
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DO WHILE BOTTLE IN PLACE = FALSE - :~
PRINT CUSTOMER WELCOME MESSAGE WITH SYSTEM INSTRUCTIONS ::::~
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~~ - 8 - 213~229 The present invention has been described in an illustrative manner. It is to be understood that the terminology which has been used is intended to be in the nature of words of description rather than of limitation. ~-Many modifications and variatlons of the present invention are possible in light of the above teachings.
Therefore, within the scope of the appended claims, the present invention may be practiced other than as - -specificaIly described.
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The present invention relates generally to ;~
dispensing apparatuses and, more specifically, to an ~;-apparatus for bulk dispensing of liquids.
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The popularity of consumer purchase of bulk ~ ,''!.,'"'" `"' quantities of foods and other consumables has increased in ~
the past several years. As a result, there is a need in ,~; -the art to bulk dispense liquids such as laundry liquids which include liquid detergents, fabric softeners and stain ~ ;;
removers in a retail environment. `~
. .
It is, therefore, one object of the present invention to provide an apparatus for bulk dispensing of liquids.
It is another object of the present invention to provide an apparatus for bulk dispensing of laundry liquids in a retail environment. ;~
To achieve the foregoing objects, the present invention is ah apparatus for bulk dispensing of liquids from a reservoir. The apparatus includes a pump connected ~;
to the reservoir for pumping liquid from the reservoir, -- ,.:, ~
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dispensing means connected to the pump for dispensing the pumped liquid and measuring means for measuring an amount of liquid being dispensed.
One advantage of the present invention is that an apparatus is provided for bulk dispensing of liquids and, in particular, laundry liquids such as detergents, fabric softeners, and stain removers in a retail environment.
Another advantage of the present invention is that the apparatus allows the consumer to benefit from the economics of scale derived from the elimination of small guantity packaging, handling, storing and associated costs of these types of liquids, thereby lowering the overhead costs to the retailer. Yet another advantage of the present invention is that the apparatus provides a positive effect on consumers through the use of bulk dispensing and product container reuse and on the environment. Still another advantage of the present invention is that the apparatus is designed to be easily located in supermarkets, war~houses, wholesale/retail outlets, convenience stores and gasoline stations.
Other objects, features and advantages of the present invention will be readily appreciated as the same becomes better understood after reading the subsequent description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.
' ' ' "; ' 3 2~3~2~9 FIG. 1 is a schematic view of an apparatus for bulk dispensing of liquids according to the present invention.
5FIG. 2 is a side elevational view of the apparatus of FIG. 1.
FIG. 3 is a front elevational view of the apparatus of FIG. 1.
Referring to FIGS. 1 through 3, an apparatus 10 is shown for the bulk dispensing of liquids. The apparatus 10 includes a generally rectangular housing 12 and a storage tank or reservoir 14 disposed within the housing 1512. The res~rvoir 14 is generally cylindrical in shape and is used to store a liquid, preferably a laundry liquid, such as liquid detergents, fabric softeners, s~ain removers, etc. The reservoir 14 has a fill fitting 16 and vent fitting 18 connected thereto and extending through a 20rear of the housing 12. It should be appreciated that the reservoir 14 may be separate or part of the apparatus 10.
The apparatus 10 also includes a pump 20 connected to thei reservoir 14. The pump 20 is of the displacement type, preferably an electric positive 25displacement pump, to pump the liquid from the reservoir ',,,,~
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14. The apparatus 10 includes a flow meter 22 connected by a conduit 24 to the reservoir 14. The flow meter 22 is of the electric positive displacement type to measure or meter the amount of liquid being dispensed. The apparatus also includes an electric solenold valve 26 connected by a conduit 28 to the flow meter 22. The solenoid valve 26 is of the three way type and is also connected by a conduit 30 to the reservoir 14. The solenoid valve 26 is actuated to dispense the liquid from the apparatus 10.
The apparatus 10 includes a fill chamber 32 for receiving a container, bottle or the like and a slidable door 34 for opening and closing the fill chamber 32. The apparatus 10 also includes a bottle in place switch 36 fcr sensing whether the bottle is in the proper position for filling and a door closed switch 38 for sensing whether the door 34 is closed. The apparatus 10 further includes a door interlocking device 39 to lock the door 34 while the apparatus 10 is dispensing to prevent removal of the bottle.
The apparatus 10 includes a waste tank 40 connected to an overflow drain 42 disposed beneath the fill chamber 32 for collecting overflow or spilled liquid in the fill chamber 32. It shoùld be appreciated that the waste tank 40 is optional and the overflow drain 42 may be connected to the reservoir 14.
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~ ,, , The apparatus lo also includes a controller 44 having a microprocessor (not shown) connected to and controlling the pump 20, flow meter 22, solenoid valve 26 and door interlocking device 39. The controller 44 is also connected to the switches 36 and 38 for receiving inputs therefrom. The apparatus lo also includes a printer 46 and a user message display 48 connected to the controller 44 for receiving output from the controller 44. The apparatus -10 also includes a push button 50 for user input to the controller 44. The apparatus 10 further includes a level sensor 52 for sensing the level of fluid in a container in the fill chamber 32.
The apparatus lo will allow the consumer to insert a container, bottle or the like into the fill chamber 32, close the door 34, and push the green START :
push button 50 to begin filling the bottle. The bottle is of a predetermined size and the controller 49 is programmed to dispense this amount via the flow meter 22 and solenoid valve 26 as a maximum with each START push button request.
If the customer is reusing a container previously provided, -and the bottle may contain an amount of previously purchased detergent or other liquid, and an electronic level!sensor 52 connected to the controller 44 will insure that the pump 20 is off and the solenoid valve 26 is closed or OFF when a maximum level is sensed by the level sensor ~ ;
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52. This feature eliminates the p~ssibility of the dispensed liquid overflowing the container or bottle.
As the container or bottle is being filled, the consumer may monitor the amount being dispensed into this container both visually and numerically in pre-selected engineering units displayed on the electronic numerical display 48 located on the front of the housing 12 as the flow meter 22 accurately monitors the dispensed amount. At the same time, the price/unit is also displayed on the display 98. The consumer, at any time, may elect to interrupt the filling of the container by pushing the red STOP push button (not shown) or opening the door 34 of the fill chamber 32. After the filling has been completed, the consumer opens the door 34, interrupting the electrical lS interlock insuring no additional flow from the reservoir 14. Upon lifting the filled container from the fill chamber 32, an electrical signal is sent to the controller 49, triggering the printing of a bar code sticker detailing total volume dispensed, product identification, and total price by the printer 46. This bar coding, placed on the container, allows the retailer/wholesaler to set pricing for the item in his/her central computer and eventually charge the consumer the proper amount at the checkout counter.
` ` - 7 - 2 1 3 ~ 2 2 9 The logic flow of a methodology for the controller 44 is as follows: ~-TOP: -IF BOTTLE IN PLACE = TRUE THEN
TURN OFF CYCLE COMPLETE LIGHT :
IF DOOR_CLOSED = TRUE THEN
IF BOTTLE NOT_FULL = TRUE THEN ;~
TURN ON SYSTEM READY LIGHT
IF CUSTOMER REQUEST START - TRUE THEN
LOCK BOTTLE ACCESS DOOR :~: :~::.:~.::
TURN OFF SYSTEM READY LIGHT
METER_PRESET = 1.0 'GALLONS
DO WHILE (BOTTLE NOT FULL = TRUE) OR :: :
(METEX PRESET = FALSE) : ,:;
TURN ON SYSTEM FILLING LIGHT ;: ~
MAIN SOAP PUMP = ON :: ~.:
DISPENSE VALUE = OPEN
IF ERROR TEST = TRUE THEN :;:. .,:
CALL ERROR HANDLER
END IF ::.
END DO : :
TURN OFF SYSTEM FILLING LIGHT : :~
END IF ~
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TURN ON CYCLE COMPLETE LIGHT .. :.:
PRINT CUSTOMER MESSAGE ON SCREEN
PRINT PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ON SLIP FOR CUSTOMER
UNLOCK BOTTLE ACCESS DOOR FOR CUSTOMER : ~
END IF ;~ .
END IF : :~:
END IF ~ ;
DO WHILE BOTTLE IN PLACE = FALSE - :~
PRINT CUSTOMER WELCOME MESSAGE WITH SYSTEM INSTRUCTIONS ::::~
END DO .. ::
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Therefore, within the scope of the appended claims, the present invention may be practiced other than as - -specificaIly described.
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Claims (20)
1. An apparatus for bulk dispensing of liquid from a reservoir comprising:
a pump connected to a reservoir for pumping liquid from the reservoir;
dispensing means connected to said pump for dispensing the pumped liquid; and measuring means for measuring an amount of liquid being dispensed.
a pump connected to a reservoir for pumping liquid from the reservoir;
dispensing means connected to said pump for dispensing the pumped liquid; and measuring means for measuring an amount of liquid being dispensed.
2. An apparatus as set forth in claim 1 wherein said dispensing means comprises a solenoid-actuated valve.
3. An apparatus as set forth in claim 1 wherein said measuring means comprises a flow meter interconnecting said pump and said dispensing means.
4. An apparatus as set forth in claim including means for controlling said pump and said dispensing means and said measuring means.
5. An apparatus as set forth in claim 4 wherein said controlling means comprises a controller connected to said pump and said dispensing means and said measuring means.
6. An apparatus as set forth in claim 1 including means forming a fill chamber for receiving a container and a door for opening and closing said fill chamber.
7. An apparatus as set forth in claim 6 including means for sensing whether said door is in a closed position.
8. An apparatus as set forth in claim 6 including means for locking said door when liquid is being dispensed.
9. An apparatus as set forth in claim 6 including means for sensing a level of liquid in a container in said fill chamber.
10. An apparatus as set forth in claim 6 including means for receiving liquid from said fill chamber.
11. An apparatus for bulk dispensing of liquid comprising:
a reservoir for storing a liquid;
a pump connected to said reservoir for pumping liquid from said reservoir;
dispensing means connected to said pump for dispensing the pumped liquid; and measuring means for measuring an amount of liquid being dispensed.
a reservoir for storing a liquid;
a pump connected to said reservoir for pumping liquid from said reservoir;
dispensing means connected to said pump for dispensing the pumped liquid; and measuring means for measuring an amount of liquid being dispensed.
12. An apparatus as set forth in claim 11 wherein said dispensing means comprises a solenoid-actuated valve.
13. An apparatus as set forth in claim 11 wherein said measuring means comprises a flow meter interconnecting said pump and said dispensing means.
14. An apparatus as set forth in claim 11 including means for controlling said pump and said dispensing means and said measuring means.
15. An apparatus as set forth in claim 14 wherein said controlling means comprises a controller connected to said pump and said dispensing means and said measuring means.
16. An apparatus as set forth in claim 11 including means forming a fill chamber for receiving a container and a door for opening and closing said fill chamber.
17. An apparatus as set forth in claim 16 including means for sensing whether said door is in a closed position.
18. An apparatus as set forth in claim. 16 including means for locking said door when liquid is being dispensed.
19. An apparatus as set forth in claim 16 including means for receiving liquid from said fill chamber.
20. An apparatus for bulk dispensing of liquid comprising:
a reservoir for storing liquid;
a pump connected to said reservoir for pumping liquid from said reservoir;
a solenoid-actuated valve connected to said pump for dispensing the pumped liquid;
a flow meter interconnecting said pump and said solenoid-actuated valve for measuring an amount of liquid being dispensed;
means for controlling said pump and said dispensing means and said measuring means;
a controller connected to said pump and said solenoid-actuated valve and said flow meter;
means forming a fill chamber for receiving a container and a door for opening and closing said fill chamber;
means for sensing whether said door is in a closed position; and means for locking said door when liquid is being dispensed.
a reservoir for storing liquid;
a pump connected to said reservoir for pumping liquid from said reservoir;
a solenoid-actuated valve connected to said pump for dispensing the pumped liquid;
a flow meter interconnecting said pump and said solenoid-actuated valve for measuring an amount of liquid being dispensed;
means for controlling said pump and said dispensing means and said measuring means;
a controller connected to said pump and said solenoid-actuated valve and said flow meter;
means forming a fill chamber for receiving a container and a door for opening and closing said fill chamber;
means for sensing whether said door is in a closed position; and means for locking said door when liquid is being dispensed.
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