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Handle assembly
Assignee: PENDLETON TOOL IND Inc
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Filing: 1972-12-01
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Granted: 1974-02-26
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Expires: 1992-12-01
Abstract
Abstract A handle assembly for use on hand-carried receptacles such as tackle boxes, articles of luggage, bulk containers, trays or the like. The assembly comprises a handle having trunnions formed thereon at either end thereof which extend co-axially and engage trunnion supports disposed in the wall element of the receptacle. The trunnion supports comprise inserts which are placed in pockets formed in the wall element providing a water tight seal between insert and pocket while allowing pivotal rotation of the handle for flush storage thereof in a recess provided in the wall element. A spacer bar secures the trunnions in the trunnion supports by preventing their axial movement once inserted.
Inventors
- 👤 J Kneier
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 17:54
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45C; A45C13/00; A45C13/26; A47; A47B; A47B95/00; A47B95/02; A47B2095/022; A47B2095/026
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
71 words
A handle assembly comprising: a handle having co-axial trunnions formed thereon at both ends, said trunnions extending outwardly in opposite directions; means defining a wall element having support means which pivotally receive said trunnions and mount said handle to said wall element; and means separable from said wall element and fixedly secured to said wall element intermediate said trunnions for securing said trunnions against axial displacement from said trunnion support means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
71 words
A handle assembly comprising: a handle having co-axial trunnions formed thereon at both ends, said trunnions extending outwardly in opposite directions; means defining a wall element having support means which pivotally receive said trunnions and mount said handle to said wall element; and means separable from said wall element and fixedly secured to said wall element intermediate said trunnions for securing said trunnions against axial displacement from said trunnion support means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
32 words
A handle assembly, according to claim 1, wherein: said trunnion support means comprises a pair of spaced-apart shoulders, formed in said wall element and having apertures formed therein for receiving said trunnions.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
60 words
A handle assembly, according to claim 2, wherein: said wall element has a pocket formed therein adjacent each of said shoulders and an insert disposed in each said pocket; said aperture being a hole of cylindrical configuration formed in each said insert; and said trunnions, through pivotal disposition thereof in said holes cooperate to lock said inserts in said pockets.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
45 words
A handle assembly according to claim 3 wherein: both said pockets and said inserts are tapered; and said inserts are disposed in said pockets with an interference fit, the taper and said fit cooperatively forming a leak-proof joint between surfaces of said pockets and inserts.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
31 words
A handle assembly according to claim 4, wherein: lifting forces applied to the handle assembly are transmitted directly to said wall element through said trunnion support means acting primarily in compression.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
49 words
A handle assembly according to claim 2 wherein: said wall element includes a recess of sufficient depth to form said spaced-apart shoulders and wholly confine said handle therein, upon said handle being pivotally disposed therein, so as to render an outermost surface of said wall element clear and unobstructed.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
26 words
A handle assembly according to claim 1 wherein: said trunnion securing means comprises a spacer placed axially between the trunnions in abutting relationship to said handle.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-02-25 | 1977-08-27 | 1978-02-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-02-25 | 1981-08-27 | 1982-02-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-02-25 | 1985-08-27 | 1986-02-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |