US3850332A
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Portable cargo bulkhead
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-05-18
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Granted: 1974-11-26
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Expires: 1993-05-18
Abstract
Abstract A portable cargo bulkhead for separating and securing cargo in an enclosure, such as a container, van or the like, comprises a durable open mesh material carried by an outer frame, the frame being slightly smaller than the dimensions of the enclosure. Friction engaging pads are movably mounted on said frame for engaging the wall of the enclosure, the pads being movable into and out of engagement with the walls. The bulkhead is swingably mounted to a stanchion to permit pivoting of the bulkhead at one side of the enclosure.
Inventors
- 👤 O Marko
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 12:26
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60P; B60P7/00; B60P7/06; B60P7/135; B60P7/14
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
220 words
A portable cargo bulkhead for use in an enclosure such as a container, van or the like comprising: a peripheral frame being of slightly smaller dimension than the internal dimension of the enclosure; cargo retaining means secured internally from said peripheral frame; a horizontal brace connected between opposed frame members; a pair of elongated rods mounted on said brace for slidable movement therealong; friction engaging pads attached to the outer end of each of said rods; actuating means having open and closed conditions, said actuating means connected to each of said rods for moving said rods relative to said brace wherein said engaging pads are moved from a nonengaging position to an engaging position whereby said engaging pads frictionally engage the walls of the enclosure in the engaging position; a vertically adjustable stanchion for mounting in the enclosure adjacent one side of the enclosure, said stanchion having ceiling and floor engaging members for respectively engaging the ceiling and floor when said stanchion is adjusted wherein said stanchion is independently and self-supportingly secured in a vertical position; and pivot means detachably connecting said frame with said stanchion wherein said frame may be pivoted about said stanchion when said engaging pads are in the nonengaging position and wherein said frame may be detached from said stanchion with said stanchion remaining in position.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
220 words
A portable cargo bulkhead for use in an enclosure such as a container, van or the like comprising: a peripheral frame being of slightly smaller dimension than the internal dimension of the enclosure; cargo retaining means secured internally from said peripheral frame; a horizontal brace connected between opposed frame members; a pair of elongated rods mounted on said brace for slidable movement therealong; friction engaging pads attached to the outer end of each of said rods; actuating means having open and closed conditions, said actuating means connected to each of said rods for moving said rods relative to said brace wherein said engaging pads are moved from a nonengaging position to an engaging position whereby said engaging pads frictionally engage the walls of the enclosure in the engaging position; a vertically adjustable stanchion for mounting in the enclosure adjacent one side of the enclosure, said stanchion having ceiling and floor engaging members for respectively engaging the ceiling and floor when said stanchion is adjusted wherein said stanchion is independently and self-supportingly secured in a vertical position; and pivot means detachably connecting said frame with said stanchion wherein said frame may be pivoted about said stanchion when said engaging pads are in the nonengaging position and wherein said frame may be detached from said stanchion with said stanchion remaining in position.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
67 words
The portable cargo bulkhead as set forth in claim 1 in which said pivot means includes a two-piece hinge member, said members being detachable one from the other, one of said hinge members being secured to said stanchion and the other hinge member being secured to said frame, said hinge members cooperating one with the other to permit pivotal movement of said frame relative to said stanchion.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
38 words
The portable cargo bulkhead as set forth in claim 2 further comprising enclosure floor engaging means attached to said frame and securing said frame against movement and in which said cargo retaining means is an open mesh material.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
20 words
The portable cargo bulkhead as set forth in claim 3 in which said open mesh material is fabric-weld steel fencing.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
53 words
The portable cargo bulkhead as set forth in claim 2 in which said actuating means comprises first and second arms pivotally connected to one another, each of said arms being respectively pivotally connected to one of said rods wherein pivoting movement of said arms urges said rods towards and away from each other.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
39 words
The portable cargo bulkhead as set forth in claim 5 in which each arm is formed with an aperture therethrOugh such that when said arms are in the closed conditions the apertures are aligned for receiving a security device.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
61 words
The portable cargo bulkhead as set forth in claim 2 in which said actuating means comprises a cam member pivotally attached to said brace, links connecting each rod with said cam member and a handle connected to said cam for rotating said cam wherein rotation of said cam causes said links to urge said rods toward and away from each other.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
38 words
The portable cargo bulkhead as set forth in claim 7 further comprising lock means cooperating between said handle and one rod wherein said handle can be locked to said rod when said rods are in the expanded position.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
88 words
The portable cargo bulkhead as set forth in claim 1 in which said cargo retaining means is an open mesh material; and in which said actuating means comprises first and second arms pivotally connected to one another, each of said arms being pivotally connected to one of said rods, each of said arms being formed with an aperture therethrough such that the apertures are aligned for receiving a security device when said arms are in the closed position; and further comprising floor engaging means attached to said frame.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
116 words
The portable cargo bulkhead as set forth in claim 1 in which said cargo retaining means is an open mesh material; and in which said actuating means comprises a cam member pivotally attached to said brace; links connecting each rod with said cam member; and a handle connected to said cam for rotating said cam wherein rotation of said cam causes said links to urge said rods toward and away from each other; and further comprising lock means cooperating between said handle and one rod wherein said handle can be locked to said rod when said rods are in the expanded position; and floor engaging means attached to said frame for securing the frame against movement.
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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) | 1977-11-25 | 1978-05-27 | 1978-11-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-11-25 | 1982-05-27 | 1982-11-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-11-25 | 1986-05-27 | 1986-11-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |