A twist-lock classification system and method

Abstract

A lock classification system for a container twist-locks is described. The lock classification system is configured to determine, based on the classification of a twist-lock, whether a twist-lock is to be selected for use in pinning operations. The lock classification system comprises: a lock feeder; a lock identifier configured to classify twist-locks according to type and/or model of twist-lock; at least one lock separator configured to separate twist-locks from one another so that they can be individually identified by the lock identifier; a manipulation solution system; and at least one lock manipulator.

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