Abstract
Systems and methods are disclosed for counter balancing for improved robotic system efficiency. In one embodiment, an example container handling system may include a laterally movable frame moveable in a lateral direction, an upright frame supported by the laterally movable frame, and a header movably coupled to the upright frame and configured to move in a vertical direction, where the header includes an extractor, and a support assembly configured to open and close, where the support assembly is configured to receive an item from the extractor. The system may include a pulley assembly configured to drive vertical movement of the header, and a counter balance coupled to the pulley assembly, where the counter balance provides a force to counter gravitational force exerted on the header.