VIDEO From Medialink and Siemens: Quicker, Gentler, More Efficient Baggage Handling
22 November 2006 - 5:08AM
PR Newswire (US)
NEW YORK, Nov. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- As we head into the nation's
busiest travel season, many airports are still experiencing a
20-40% increase in checked luggage following the TSA's latest
carry-on restrictions. This has many travelers concerned their
holiday travels will be marred by lost luggage, damaged luggage,
and long lines at the baggage claim. But, industry insiders say
this doesn't have to be the case. (See video at:
http://media.medialink.com/WebNR.aspx?story=32726) New baggage
handling technology not only moves bags quicker than ever before,
but also more gently. Siemens' new high speed diverter has a
throughput of 80 bags per minute -- which is up from the 60-70 bags
per minute achieved by older systems. It also operates on "angles"
as opposed to pushing the bags -- like the older systems do -- and
saves the contents in your bag from being potentially damaged.
They've already been installed in the new Terminal D at Dallas
Forth Worth, and it's expected other airports will follow suit.
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http://media.medialink.com/WebNR.aspx?story=32726
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