US3865047A
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Container pedestal retaining device
Assignee: Holland Co
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Filing: 1974-05-31
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Granted: 1975-02-11
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Expires: 1994-05-31
Abstract
Abstract A container pedestal retaining device for use in a collapsible pedestal container support and securement system for container transportation above a vehicle deck, the system including a pedestal guide track comprising a continuation of the deck, and having a slot and pedestal stowage hole therein, and a container support pedestal mounted on, supported by and slidable along the guide track for movement between an upright container supporting position, and a collapsed position through the stowage hole wherein the pedestal is in generally flush relationship with the deck, the pedestal having a reaction member comprising a brace of a proper width for movement through the slot, and a cross member connected to the brace and being wider than the slot. The retaining device comprises means defining a closed retaining channel for the brace of the pedestal, preferably parallel bars transversely interconnected by means of a rod at their lower ends, and connecting means for securing the channel defining means to the track, the channel being narrower than the pedestal cross member in order to retain the brace within said channel.
Inventors
- 👤 Emil J Hlinsky
- 👤 Marvin E Anderson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 06:32
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60P; B60P7/00; B60P7/06; B60P7/13
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 16
Claim 1
Independent Claim
159 words
For use in a collapsible pedestal container support and securement system for container transportation above a vehicle deck, the system including a pedestal guide track comprising a continuation of the deck and having a slot and a pedestal stowage hole therein, and a container support pedestal mounted on, supported by and slidable along the guide track for movement between an upright container supporting position, and a collapsed position through the stowage hole wherein the pedestal is in generally flush relationship with the deck, the pedestal having a reaction member comprising a brace of width for movement through the slot, and a cross member connected to the brace and being wider than the slot; a pedestal retaining device comprising: means defining a closed retaining channel for the brace of the pedestal, and connecting means for securing said channel defining means to the track, said channel being narrower than the cross member in order to retain the brace within said channel.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
159 words
For use in a collapsible pedestal container support and securement system for container transportation above a vehicle deck, the system including a pedestal guide track comprising a continuation of the deck and having a slot and a pedestal stowage hole therein, and a container support pedestal mounted on, supported by and slidable along the guide track for movement between an upright container supporting position, and a collapsed position through the stowage hole wherein the pedestal is in generally flush relationship with the deck, the pedestal having a reaction member comprising a brace of width for movement through the slot, and a cross member connected to the brace and being wider than the slot; a pedestal retaining device comprising: means defining a closed retaining channel for the brace of the pedestal, and connecting means for securing said channel defining means to the track, said channel being narrower than the cross member in order to retain the brace within said channel.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
The pedestal retaining device of claim 1, wherein said means defining a closed retaining channel comprises two parallel interconnected bars.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
18 words
The pedestal retaining device of claim 2, wherein said bars are transversely interconnected by means of a rod.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
44 words
The pedestal retaining device of claim 2, wherein said connecting means comprises a pivot pin for each of said bars, each said pin being secured to the guide track, and a socket for each bar foR pivotally connecting said bar to its associated pin.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
23 words
The pedestal retaining device of claim 4, wherein each said socket is of sufficient length to prevent substantial lateral deflection of said bars.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
18 words
The pedestal retaining device of claim 4, wherein each said socket is formed integrally with its associated bar.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
42 words
The pedestal retaining device of claim 4, wherein the guide track comprises a recess on each side of the slot, each said pin being simply supported by the upper surface of the guide track on both sides of an associated said recess.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
42 words
The pedestal retaining device of claim 2, wherein said connecting means comprises a socket for each of said bars, each said socket being secured to the guide track, and each said bar having an end thereof pivotally mounted within its associated socket.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
54 words
The pedestal retaining device of claim 2, wherein each of said bars comprises an upper and a lower portion, each said lower portion being angularly disposed with respect to its associated said upper portion, whereby limited movement of the pedestal effects movement of its cross bar out of engagement with each said lower portion.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
40 words
The pedestal retaining device of claim 2, wherein the length of each of said bars exceeds the length of the stowage hole, whereby pivotal movement of said bars is limited by engagement thereof with the underside of the guide track.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
42 words
The pedestal retaining device of claim 1, wherein the slot communicates with the stowage hole, and wherein said connecting means secures said means defining a closed retaining channel to the guide track at the junction of the slot and the stowage hole.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
59 words
The pedestal retaining device of claim 1, wherein said means defining a closed retaining channel comprises a U-shaped bar having two outwardly extending ends, and wherein said connecting means comprises a socket for each end of said bar, each said socket being secured to the guide track, and each end of said bar being mounted within its associated socket.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
27 words
The pedestal retaining device of claim 11, wherein each of said outwardly extending ends is of sufficient length to prohibit removal thereof from the said associated socket.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
185 words
For use in a collapsible pedestal container support and securement system for container transportation above a vehicle deck, the system including a pedestal guide track comprising a continuation of the deck and having a slot and a pedestal stowage hole therein, and a container support pedestal mounted on, supported by and slidable along the guide track for movement between an upright container supporting position, and a collapsed position through the stowage hole wherein the pedestal is in generally flush relationship with the deck, the pedestal having a reaction member comprising a brace of width for movement through the slot, and a cross member connected to the brace and being wider than the slot; a pedestal retaining device comprising: two parallel transversely interconnected bars defining a closed retaining channel for the brace of the pedestal, a pivot pin associated with each of said bars and being secured to the guide track, and a socket integrally formed with each said bar for pivotally connecting the latter to its associated pin, said channel being narrower than the cross member in order to retain the brace within said channel.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
185 words
For use in a collapsible pedestal container support and securement system for container transportation above a vehicle deck, the system including a pedestal guide track comprising a continuation of the deck and having a slot and a pedestal stowage hole therein, and a container support pedestal mounted on, supported by and slidable along the guide track for movement between an upright container supporting position, and a collapsed position through the stowage hole wherein the pedestal is in generally flush relationship with the deck, the pedestal having a reaction member comprising a brace of width for movement through the slot, and a cross member connected to the brace and being wider than the slot; a pedestal retaining device comprising: two parallel transversely interconnected bars defining a closed retaining channel for the brace of the pedestal, a pivot pin associated with each of said bars and being secured to the guide track, and a socket integrally formed with each said bar for pivotally connecting the latter to its associated pin, said channel being narrower than the cross member in order to retain the brace within said channel.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1978-02-10 | 1978-08-12 | 1979-02-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-02-10 | 1982-08-12 | 1983-02-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-02-10 | 1986-08-12 | 1987-02-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |