Immediate response is the key to capturing customer commitment in today’s highly competitive environment.Integrating automated processes to achieve more centralized warehousing is a means of achieving this goal.

GBI offers the solutions necessary to accomplish these goals while simultaneously providing attractive returns onyour investment in the near term and continuous savings thereafter.

Our philosophy has always been to place the customer first. Whether it is in the area of software customization,customer technical support, or addressing specific customer needs, we are there when you need us. Our courteous customer service engineers provide unparalleled 24/7/365 support.

Here we present an overview of what GBI has to offer. We encourage you to contact us to discuss your specific requirements and explore the solutions that are appropriate for you.

To stay competitive:You not only need to provide your customers with quality productsbut with quality service as well. This translates to faster delivery andbetter tracking of customer orders.

Coincident with this endeavor your company will achieve:

• Quicker response

• Lower operating costs

• Higher accuracy

• Fewer charge-backs due to late delivery

• Increased storage space

• Faster inventory turns

Some of the Applications we offer sortation for include:

• Order Fulfillment Centers

• Returns Processing

• Bulk Mail Center Sortation; w/weigh in motion & complete manifesting

• Material Handling of any product smaller than a Bread

Basket; including packaging such as "polybags"

Some of the Industries and Products we build sorters for include:

• Retailers, Distributors, and Wholesalers related to:

- Book Publishing

- Entertainment; CD’s, DVD’s, Cassettes, and Video Tapes

- Jewelry Industry; Boxes or Polybags

- Apparel; Hanging or Flat

- Pharmaceuticals

- Direct Mail & Catalog Houses

- Other Industries and Products such as; Optical, Sunglasses

and PhotoFinishing

"High Speed" Tilt Tray Sorter- as shown on this CD, DVD, Video

Tape and Cassette Application

"Multiple Divert Chute Sorter - reduces sorter footprint"- as shown in this Jewelry Application

sorting small boxes and polybags

Large Accumulation Sorter - as shown on this Small Package

and Sunglass Application

The Tilt Tray Sorter - provides a cost effective and viable alternative to pick-to-light systems

Benefits

• Automatically and reliably sort individually packaged and barcoded products

• Simultaneously sort mixed shapes of small boxes and items in polybags

• Greatly reduce labor costs associated with manual sortation and verification

• Greatly reduce the time needed to assemble individual product by order or other criteria

• Expand the sort window

• Recover more warehouse space

Common Features

• Fast sort rates of up to 12,000 trays per hour

• High accuracy rates

• Modular construction

• Ease of use

• Low maintenance

• Long life and reliable operation

• User friendly Windows® software interface

• Sorts barcoded or non-barcoded products

• Cross platform integration support

Straight In-Line Sorter Layout

BULK MAIL CENTER (BMC) SORTER - an offshoot of the tilt tray sorter is GBI’s Bulk Mail CenterSorter used to separate packages by postal code for manifesting. This sorter is built to scan and weigh thepackages and communicate all pertinent information to our proprietary manifesting system. GBI’s ManifestSystem is a Windows® based tracking and reporting system that creates documents in the same format thatthe shippers use. The system prices and manifests packages for shipments with UPS, FedEX, the US PostalService (USPS) and other carriers.

The Tilt Tray Sorter will simultaneously sort irregularly shaped products from small, lightweight polybags to larger boxes weighing up to 25 lbs. The tilt tray mechanisms and chutes are adapted attime of manufacture to handle the weight and size product for each given application. All our sortersare built in modules to allow fast and easy expansion with minimum interruption of work flow. Thesorter is designed to provide high reliability and require minimal maintenance.

Load SectionAutomatic, Semi-Automatic and Manual Mode Options

(see Additional Options for more details)

"Racetrack" or Oval Sorter Layout- with automatic takeaway and dual load sections

Here we present an Entertainment Tilt Tray Sorter specifically designed to handle productssuch as; CD's, DVD's, Video Tapes, and Cassettes. This Sorter features Print & Apply LabelApplicators, Automatic Induction, and Stacking Chutes for uniform products – used for applications such as; Order Fulfillment, Returns and Loose Receipts Processing.

Automatic Induction Unit

The automatic feeders are used to receive the product and automaticallyinduce them onto the sorter. CD's, cassettes, videotapes or DVD's are loaded in stacks onto each auto-feeder. Each feeder may be adjusted using two quick release clamps for the size product to be loaded. Product is oriented for disposition to the vision system scanner which is specificallydesigned to scan entertainment products.

Chute Sensors & Status Displays

Each chute may be equipped with a chute sensor to detect product either when it passes or hasaccumulated. The sensor may be used to verify that product has been sorted accurately or toindicate that product is backing up in the chute. Upon detecting an accumulation the sortercontrols will suspend the effected chute to prevent any other product from entering the chute.Chute blocked beacons may also be provided to illuminate when this condition occurs to alertpersonnel to empty the chute. Upon clearing the sensor, by removing product, the chute automatically reverts back to a normal condition and the chute blocked beacon is turned off.

Two EntertainmentSorters - featuringAutoloaders, Print & Apply,Stacking and Accumulation Chutes - shown with incoming and take away conveyors.

GBI’s Print & Apply “on-the-fly” feature will independently and uniquely labeleach product while it is being sorted according to customer specified rules. As little as two label-printer-applicators are mounted along the tray path with thecombined capability of labeling product at the maximum sort rate of 200 traysper minute. A third printer is recommended to share the load equally with theothers and to provide redundancy.

GBI’s unique orientation design transfers the automatically inducted productfrom the first belt (tray) to a second by tilting the product onto the second belt(tray). This transfer reorients the product to an upright position. The product isthen conveyed passed the printers where the labels are applied. Once the labelis applied the product is repositioned to lie flat on the tray for conveyance to itsdesignated sort destination.

GBI offers a combination stacking and accumulation chute. Products of uniform size may be sorted directly to the stacking chute while other sizes and shapes are sorted above to an accumulation chute. The diverter that diverts the product may be "active" in that the sortercontrols actively position it to sort to either chute, or passive, where by an operator positions the chute manually. When the diverter is manually set, uniform product is sorted first to the stacking chute thenmanually repositioned to sort to the accumulation section when ready to sort other sizes and shapes. Each chute has a Lexan door to visually monitor the stacking process and to provide access for product removal.

Below - Print & Apply SectionShows product being labeled in an upright position.

Above - Transfer SectionGBI’s unique orientation design allows for a greater range of product forms and sizes to be simultaneously sorted & labeled.

GBI utilizes a third party label printer applicator and integrates it to work in concert with the sorter system. Labels may be unique and are printed on demand as required on an item-by-item basis.

Print & Apply “on the fly”

Accumulation Sectionfor odd shaped products

Stacking Chutesfor uniform shaped products

Stacking Accumulation Chutes

Features

• Modular construction

• High density chute arrangement

• Autoloading capable

• Multiple configurations

• Custom software integration

• Built-in verification

• Low maintenance

• High reliability

• High accuracy 99.99%

Automatic Loader(Synchro-Loader)

Simple Solution Sorter – shown with Automatic Loader OptionThe Synchro-Loader enables automatic loading of the product into the sorter, and maximum throughput is achievable.See Sorter-Lite for additional information.

This closeup shows verification sensors- verifies that the product made it into the prescribed

drop at the precise moment expected. (See Additional Options for more details on this sensor)

This High Density Carrier Sorter provides a new level of cost/performance not previously available. Working atspeeds of up to 10,000 packages per hour the sorter maintains an accuracy guaranteed at 99.99% with verification. Packages are conveyed in clear LexanTM carriers which are shifted to interior and exterior bins. Thiscost effective alternative to manual sortation may be used to sort small packages, and envelopes.

This sorter has evolved through several

generations. There are over 50 carrier

based sorters in use around the world in

companies such as Wal-Mart, Qualex (a

Kodak company), and Deluxe Check

Printers. The first one delivered over

eighteen years ago is still operating at

full capacity today. Many of these sorters

are operated six to seven days a week

and up to 22 hours per day.

GBI's new compact addition to our line of "Carrier / Bomb-Bay Style", SimpleSolution Sorters, is the economical Sorter-Lite, combining the best features ofour full sized sorters. The Sorter-Lite was specifically designed for the smallerwarehouse and photofinishing labs that could benefit from this technology, buteither didn’t have the space for a sorter or the volume to justify the return oninvestment. Some of the products that are ideally suited for this sorter includeoptical products, pharmaceutical products, and photofinishing envelopes.

GBI's Vision System may be added to the front-end of this sorter to recognize and record inbound products for sortation by process (in photofinishing) or by other criteria (other industries).

Sorter-Lite Benefits & Features

• The Sorter-Lite Sorter utilizes the same proven technology, ruggedness, and software as GBI's full size sorters.• Automatic Induction is standard using our proven Synchro-Loader.• The Optional Vision Inspection Module may be added to recognize and/or record inbound & outbound product.• Interfaces to your WMS or host system.• Full tracking capability with numerous standard and custom reporting capability.• Easily configurable sort set-up using mouse clicks. • Flexible drop assignment and configuration. • Drops may be temporarily suspended or forced closed.• Sort Rate up to 10,000 sorts per hour.• Optional Oversize Station for including larger non-sortable items in the data sent to the host.• Modular construction enables easy expansion.

Reduced Cost & Size

The Sorter-Lite is a mechanically scaled down ver-sion of the larger Simple Solution Carrier Sorter,while retaining all the functionality. The result is ahigh density sort configuration in a smaller overallfootprint and a lower equipment cost.

• Gently handles your product• Increases accuracy & speed• Provides positive induction displacement• Greater loading efficiency • Handles a wide range of product sizes - including

35mm & Pano packages (in photofinishing)

Top View - above

Sorter-Lite with Synchro-Loader

Side View - below

Outbound & Inbound Sorting- using a single machine

Package Configuration This sorter is available with 3.5", 5.25", or 7.0" chute centers and 1.5 or 3.0 inch wide carrieropenings according to accumulation or product requirements. This sorter accommodatespackages up to 2.8 inches thick, 6.75 inches wide and 13 inches high.

Synchro-Loader Features

GBI combines the best features of the time-tested SimpleSolution Sorter with theproven technology of the Advance Solution Vision Systems

GBI offers our Paperless Pick/Put-to-Light System as an economical alternative to manual picking or placing of product for lower volume operations. It is designed to electronically assist sorting personnel in pulling (pick) or placing (put) SKU’s to meet order requirements. In a "pick-to-light" application the operator would scan the order andthe quantity to be picked is displayed on the "display module" at the bin location. In a "put-to-light" application theproduct is pulled from the carton and placed with the order in the appropriate quantities as indicated by the "display module". Once the pick/pull is completed, the operator presses the "send" button on the display moduleand the data is electronically transmitted resulting in real-time order and parts tracking.

Paperless Pick / Put System

System Benefits

• Sorting and picking productivity is greatly increased over manual picks

• Substantially reduced interpretation errors since orders are bar code scanned and not read

• Sortation accuracy is greatly increased due to directed picks

• Better order and parts tracking

• User can easily create custom reports or statistical analysis charts and graphs

Options

• Row and Column Lights – used as an alternative or in addition to the Alpha-Numeric Display Unit to specify the location of the directed pick/put.

• Alpha-Numeric Display Unit – used in conjunction with an individual Display Module - for displaying location coordinates.

• Zone Beacon – identifies zone or flow racks that have product to be picked or placed - when a zone consists of multiple flow racks.

Common Features

• Windows® graphical user interface

• Seamless integration with existing Warehouse Management Systems and Conveyor Control Systems

• Modular design for growth

• Open database connectivity for easy creation of reports, charts and graphs utilizing off the shelf software as MS Excel® and MS Access®

Optional GBI Reports:

- Personnel Requirement Report

- Replenishment Analysis Report

- Traffic Monitor Display

- Order Tracking Report

- Personnel Performance Report

- Productivity Report

Pick / Put-to-Light Display ModuleThe Pick/Put-to-Light display module asshown below is used for high volume picksor puts and has a number readout, a "send"button, and increment/decrement buttons.

Each Module may be removed easily andsnapped back into place without the use oftools. The units are wired with quickrelease ribbon connectors.

Display Module

Increment Decrement Two Digit Pick/Put CompletePush Button Push Button LED Display SEND Button

This multi-colored lightindicates additional status information andquantities that exceedtwo digits.

The GBI Hanging Garment Sorter is the result of our collaboration with various expertswithin the garment industry, combined with our engineering expertise, and 18 years ofsortation experience. Numerous installations of GBI’s Hanging Garment Sortation Systemare in various facilities throughout the world. We encourage you to contact us to discussyour specific sortation requirements.

Operator Control Panel- gives operators direct control to route product as needed

Pneumatically Activated Diverts

Features

• Sort rates starting at 7,000/hr.

• Modular design

• Pneumatic diverts

• State of the art C++ software

• Generous use of sensors & controls

Product Accumulation Conveyor- used for accumulation of product based on any

given criteria

Scanner - accepts numerouspairs of input devices includingbarcode scanners in variousorientations and RF devices.

Singulator - separates product for proper sortation

Hanging Garment Demonstration Layout - systems are designed to meetcustomer specifications

Drag Link Conveyor - allows accumulation ofgarments and singular conveyance when released

System Benefits

• Windows® graphical user interface

• Seamless integration with existing Warehouse Management Systems and Conveyor Control Systems

• Full tracking capability within the plant to locate and expedite order deficiencies

• Detail reporting by garment

• Equipment monitoring

GBI recognizes that no two installations are alike. Each customer has special requirements for their product accumulation. GBI will design and build chute arrangements to meet these requirements. Status displays at the chutesare used to inform personnel around the sorter about the status for each drop.

Here are a few examples of chutes designed for specific applications, such as; large quantity or smallquantity accumulation, stacking chutes for uniform products, high density multiple divert chutes usedto reduce the sorter footprint, and chutes designed to handle delicate or fragile products.

Small Quantity Chute Guides– shown sorting to totes

Large Quantity Accumulation Chutes

Drop Status Display - individual modules that displaythe remaining or accumulating counts. Notification isgiven for chute full, low count and limit reached. TheSEND button may be used to initiate the electronic transfer of chute contents data.

Chute StatusTerminals

Tri-color light is used to indicate additional status information.

SEND Button

Non-uniform productaccumulation sectionof chute

Delicate or Fragile Product HandlingChutes and Status DisplaysCustom designed chutes are used in conjunction with "chute full beacons" tohandle delicate or fragile products asshown in this book application.

High Density ChutesThis high density chute arrangement reduces sorterfootprint by utilizing a multiple divert for each tray tilt,as shown in this jewelry application.

This close-up shows the Tilt TrayMechanism simultaneously sorting polybags and boxes.

Stack Uniform Products - for quick packing whilediverting other shapes and sizes into a separate accumulation section of the chute - as shown in thisCD, DVD, Cassette and Video Tape application.

This close-up shows theChute Full Beacons that are

used to indicate when a chute isapproaching full capacity or when

full capacity is reached.

GBI will design a sortation system to meet your specifications for speed, package handling, and sorterconfiguration. These are examples of Additional Options that you can add to your sortation system. Weencourage you to contact us to discuss your specific requirements and explore the solutions that areappropriate for your operation.

Adjustable Guides

Semi-Automatic Induction UnitsThis option is used for inducting fast sorters withproducts of varying sizes or for manually enteredUPC’s or SKU’s.

Automatic Induction UnitsThis option may be used whenever package sizes are uniform. The auto-loaders may be easily adjusted to fitthe product size. The operator places groups of productsinto the auto-loading units and activates it to load prod-uct onto the passing trays as shown in this CD/DVD application. This option enables the high speed Tilt TraySorter to achieve maximum throughput.

Manual Mode Product Identification

• Identifies bar code unreadable or non-barcoded products

• Allows operator to hand scan or key-in SKU

• Terminal displays the quantity to be deducted

• Operator places one product per tray

• Sorter detects the presence of product on trays andassigns manually entered SKU to each tray

• Displayed counter is decremented and the manuallyinput SKU is associated to the product

Drop Verification

• Additional sensors are added to the sort destinations (chutes)

• Sorting accuracy is guaranteed to 99.99% with verification

• Verifies that the product made it into the prescribed drop at the precise moment expected

After-Sort Package Sensor Array

• Provides additional protection in the event that a product was not deployed to the designated drop

• Error message is posted to screen and recorded indatabase

• Sort count is automatically adjusted and product need only be re-induced onto the sorter

Label Applicators - Print & Apply “on-the-fly”

• GBI’s unique orientation design allows for a greaterrange of product forms and sizes to be simultaneouslysorted & labeled

• Applies custom and unique labels to sorted products

• May be used for UPC pricing with barcode or other informational purpose

See Entertainment Sorter for additional information on this feature.

More Optional Features

• Chute Status Indicators

• Beacons & Displays

• Drop Status Displays

See Chute Types & Status Displaysfor details on these Options.

GBI currently provides two types of tray mechanisms.

• Trip lever is positively guided throughout the sorter to help ensure a level tray position, allowing the tray to only tilt at the designated location.

• Trays are righted to a level position before leaving the designated drop chute resulting in increased accuracy.

• Tilt mechanism contains only two moving parts and is attached to the belt by four screws making it easy to replace, if needed.

Common Features

• Low maintenance and high reliability

• Trays can handle packages of varying sizes and types within design limits

• Conveyed items are positively transported for better handling accuracy

• Tray material is specially coated metal chosen for the product conveyed

Medium Capacity Tray Mechanism– 25 lb. Weight Capacity

Conveys packages weighing up to 25 lbs.,and is used primarily for larger packages, oritems such as books, groceries, clothing, andparcels.

• Over center design locks the tray level to help prevent a forced tilt due to uneven weight distribution.

• Weight is supported directly to the frame for stable product transport.

• Tilt mechanism contains only six moving parts and is attached to the belt by four screws making it easy to replace, if needed.

Integration

• User friendly graphical screens and controls

• In te l l igent and in fo rmat i ve messages on the state of the sort.

• Built in safeguards report or intervene to protect the integrity of the sort or the maintenance of the equipment

• Communications link with your existing warehouse management system and ties in all aspects of the production or distribution process for a seamless flow of data

Tracking SoftwareTracking information is available for remote examinationby network or modem to assist in diagnosing irregularitiesor for generating productivity or other analysis reports.

Remote access software and modem are supplied witheach sorter computer.

Software SafeguardsSafeguards are in place to monitor equipmentfunction, display warnings and errors, and to actwhen necessary to protect the operators, equipment or the integrity of the sort.

Sorter Control Boards

• GBI’s proprietary node control boards work in concert with the sorter software to track the product and trip the mechanisms

• Confirmations and cancel notif ications are communicated to the sorter computer by the node controllers as a check on the sort

• Node boards are standard issue for the tilt tray and carrier family of sorters

• Low maintenance requirements

• Long life

• Quiet operation

Light Capacity Tray Mechanism– 5 lb. Weight Capacity

Conveys packages weighing up to 5 lbs., and is used primarily for small items such as jewelry, pharmaceuticals, check boxes, cosmetics, bags or parcels.

GBI has built an outstanding reputation in small package sortationfor the Material Handling Industry. We design, fabricate and installcustom solutions that integrate with your existing system to meetboth current and anticipated needs. Our focus is on automation inthe area of distribution, returns processing, and order fulfillment tohelp reduce labor costs, increase efficiency and accuracy, whileproviding a rapid return on investment. GBI has also establisheditself as the largest supplier of sorting equipment in thePhotoFinishing Industry in North America.

Quality and Reliability We pride ourselves on the quality and reliability of our products. We maintain a full staff of electrical, mechanical, andsoftware engineers utilizing the latest software languages andtools available today. Our customers report that even with continuous 24 hour use on a seven day basis, maintenance isminimal and life span is long. The first GBI sorter ever delivered is still operating today after 18 years, at the samecapacity as it was the day it was delivered. Accurate and reliable small package sortation for time critical applications isour business.

Customer CommitmentGBI’s philosophy has always been to place the customer first.Whether it is in the area of software customization, customertechnical support, or addressing specific customer needs, weare there when you need us. Our courteous customer serviceengineers provide unparalleled 24/7/365 support.

Employee Owned "ESOP"In 1994, the majority interest of GBI Data and Sorting Systemswas purchased by its employees, becoming an ESOP(Employee Stock Ownership Plan) Company. All the employees now have a stake in the success of GBI and are totally committed throughout the entire product life cycle – from initial specification to post-installation support.

GBI Milestones

1967 – GBI was founded by two engineers, Lloyd Gordon and Robert Bledsoe

1980 – Founders are replaced by the team of Steve Gordon as President, and Maurice Rochman as Vice President

1994 – A majority interest of GBI is purchased by it’s employees, and a new era begins with Maurice Rochman as President, and Mark Wolkenfeld as Vice President

1995 – GBI becomes the largest producer of photographic pricing terminals in the world

1996 – GBI installs first Tilt Tray Sorter with manifesting

1997 – Windows-based Sortation System and Vision System Sorterintroduced

1998 – First Medium Capacity Tray Mechanism (up to 25 lbs.) is installed

1999 – First CD Sorter with automatic induction and stacking chutes is installed

1999 – GBI installs new smart module Pick–To–Light System

2000 – GBI relocates to a new 52,000 sq. ft. facility

2000 – GBI installs first complete hanging garment sorter

2001 – GBI introduced new economical Synchro-Loader for automaticinduction for Carrier Sorter

2002 – GBI develops unique label Print & Apply “on-the-fly” for handling a greater range of product forms and sizes

2003 – GBI introduces the Sorter-Lite Carrier-Style Sorter

Offices

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1143 West Newport Center Drive • Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 USA • www.gbisorters.com • e-mail: info@gbisorters.com • Phone (954) 596-5000 ext. 231 • Fax (954) 596-5015

Today

GBI assembles its systems in a newly renovated 52,000 sq. ft. complex in Deerfield Beach, Florida. This move was necessitateddue to the rapid growth in both sales and personnel, which nowincludes more than 60 engineering, production, sales and administration employees. With the expected growth in sales thecompany plans to add another 25 employees over the next one totwo years.

Given the Opportunity -

GBI will sort out the details to create an

efficient sortation system for your business.

You’ll be surprised at how quickly everything

Phone: (954) 596-5000 ext. 231Fax: (954) 596-5015

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