A BHS has the following major functions:
Move bags from the check-in area to the departure gate
Move bags from one gate to another during transfers
Move bags from the arrival gate to the baggage claim area
Detection of bag jams
Volume regulation (to ensure that input points are controlled to avoid overloading system)
Load balancing (to evenly distribute bag volume between conveyor sub-systems)
Bag counting
Bag tracking
Redirection of bags via pusher or diverter