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Loading block
Assignee: MTM Molded Products Co
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Filing: 1972-05-10
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Granted: 1974-06-04
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Expires: 1992-05-10
Abstract
Abstract A loading block for ammunition cases has a plurality of variously sized chambers on both sides thereof for holding ammunition cases during filling. Each chamber has a shelf therein enabling it to accommodate at least two different case sizes.
Inventors
- 👤 W Minneman
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 08:02
CPC Classifications
F; F42; F42B; F42B39/00; F42B39/26; B; B65; B65D; B65D1/00; B65D1/34; B65D1/36; F42B33/00; F42B33/002
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 12
Claim 1
Independent Claim
99 words
A loading block for ammunition cases comprising: a. a frame, b. a plurality of chambers in said frame, c. a shelf wall inside the lower portion of each chamber wall to narrow the effective size of each said chamber in the vicinity thereof and to support a case therein for filling, and d. a shelf on the top of each said shelf wall for supporting a larger case thereon within the upper portions of each said chamber to enable each of said chambers to accommodate a case of either of at least two different sizes, for the filling thereof.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
99 words
A loading block for ammunition cases comprising: a. a frame, b. a plurality of chambers in said frame, c. a shelf wall inside the lower portion of each chamber wall to narrow the effective size of each said chamber in the vicinity thereof and to support a case therein for filling, and d. a shelf on the top of each said shelf wall for supporting a larger case thereon within the upper portions of each said chamber to enable each of said chambers to accommodate a case of either of at least two different sizes, for the filling thereof.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
25 words
The loading block of claim 1 wherein a portion of said chambers opens from one side of said frame and a portion from another side.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
39 words
The loading block of claim 1 further comprising a plurality of larger chambers and a plurality of smaller chambers, to enable the loading block to accommodate cases of any of at least four different sizes, for the filling thereof.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
21 words
The loading block of claim 3 wherein said chambers are arranged in interfitting rows of alternate sizes for maximum density thereof.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
25 words
The loading block of claim 3 wherein a portion of said chambers opens from one side of said frame and a portion from another side.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
33 words
The loading block of claim 3 further comprising a plurality of chambers of at least one additional size to enable the loading block to accommodate cases of additional sizes, for the filling thereof.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
25 words
The loading block of claim 6 wherein a portion of said chambers opens from one side of said frame and a portion from another side.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
26 words
The loading block of claim 6 wherein chambers of at least two different sizes are arranged in interfitting rows of alternate sizes for maximum density thereof.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
32 words
The loading block of claim 6 wherein each of said chambers opening from said one side of said frame is mounted opposite a chamber opening from the opposite side of said frame.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
199 words
A loading block for ammunition cases comprising: a. a frame, b. a plurality of chambers of a large size arranged in rows in said frame and opening from one side thereof, c. a plurality of chambers of a small size arranged in rows in said frame and also opening from said one side thereof, said rows being between and in interfitting relation with said rows of large size for maximum density thereof, d. a plurality of chambers of intermediate size each attached one each to the bottoms of said small chambers and opening oppositely from the openings in said small chambers, e. a shelf wall inside the lower portion of each chamber wall to narrow the effective size of each said chamber in the vicinity thereof and to support a case therein for filling, and f. a shelf on the top of each said shelf wall for supporting a larger case thereon within the upper portions of each said chamber to enable each of said chambers to accommodate a case of either of at least two different sizes, and to enable the loading block to accommodate cases of any of at least six different sizes, for the filling thereof.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
199 words
A loading block for ammunition cases comprising: a. a frame, b. a plurality of chambers of a large size arranged in rows in said frame and opening from one side thereof, c. a plurality of chambers of a small size arranged in rows in said frame and also opening from said one side thereof, said rows being between and in interfitting relation with said rows of large size for maximum density thereof, d. a plurality of chambers of intermediate size each attached one each to the bottoms of said small chambers and opening oppositely from the openings in said small chambers, e. a shelf wall inside the lower portion of each chamber wall to narrow the effective size of each said chamber in the vicinity thereof and to support a case therein for filling, and f. a shelf on the top of each said shelf wall for supporting a larger case thereon within the upper portions of each said chamber to enable each of said chambers to accommodate a case of either of at least two different sizes, and to enable the loading block to accommodate cases of any of at least six different sizes, for the filling thereof.
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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) | 1977-06-03 | 1977-12-03 | 1978-06-04 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-06-03 | 1981-12-03 | 1982-06-04 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-06-03 | 1985-12-03 | 1986-06-04 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |