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Shelf rack
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-03-10
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Granted: 1974-08-06
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Expires: 1991-03-10
Abstract
Abstract This invention comprises a shelf rack in which the shelves can be collapsed to an essentially vertical position and the end frames supporting the shelves are connected by an essentially diagonal rail whereby the racks can be nested for storage.
Inventors
- 👤 A Solomon
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 01:14
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47B; A47B43/00; A47B31/00; A47B31/04; A47F; A47F5/00; A47F5/10; A47F5/12
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
114 words
A nestable shelf rack comprising a pair of spaced apart, upright end frames with generally parallel horizontal bases, said bases being connected by a single horizontal brace rail connected to said bases at diagonally opposed extremities thereof, said rail being so shaped that any point on said rail proceeding from one of said bases is closer to the other of said bases than any preceding point on said rail, and at least one shelf connected to each of said end frames above said bases for pivotal movement about a horizontal axis, whereby a plurality of said shelf racks can be nested relative to one another so as to require a minimum of storage space.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
114 words
A nestable shelf rack comprising a pair of spaced apart, upright end frames with generally parallel horizontal bases, said bases being connected by a single horizontal brace rail connected to said bases at diagonally opposed extremities thereof, said rail being so shaped that any point on said rail proceeding from one of said bases is closer to the other of said bases than any preceding point on said rail, and at least one shelf connected to each of said end frames above said bases for pivotal movement about a horizontal axis, whereby a plurality of said shelf racks can be nested relative to one another so as to require a minimum of storage space.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
16 words
The shElf rack of claim 1 in which the rail connecting the respective bases is straight.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
53 words
The shelf rack of claim 1 in which there are a plurality of shelves tied together in an essentially parallel relationship, said shelves being capable of pivotal movement relative to said end frames between a generally vertical position and a generally horizontal position, and means for locking said shelves in a predetermined position.
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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) | 1977-08-05 | 1978-02-04 | 1978-08-06 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-08-05 | 1982-02-04 | 1982-08-06 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-08-05 | 1986-02-04 | 1986-08-06 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |