Inventors:
Ronald J. Smith - Shillington PA
L. David Garman - Kutztown PA
W. Evans Reynolds - Reinholds PA
Assignee:
Gilbert Associates, Inc. - Reading PA
International Classification:
B65D 2102, B65D 2510
Abstract:
A radioactive waste multiple container system which provides a simplified method whereby a plurality of drums can be placed in a remote, unmanned storage facility in one materials handling sequence, as opposed to a plurality of separate materials handling sequences, such as required for individual drums utilizing a remotely-controlled materials handling system. The multiple container system also functions as an interim storage system in that it will allow for stacking up to a total of ten levels high. Each container interlocks with each successive unit, through automatic, passive alignment of the individual container with the previously placed unit, while being handled completely by remote control. This interlock and alignment feature insures greater stack stability, substantially increasing the overall storage efficiency of the remote storage facility. While a "6-pack" container system has been described, a 4, 8, 10, 12 etc.