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Apparatus for moving an exchangeable platform or a container on to and off of a tipping frame of a lorry, trailer, or the like
Assignee: Autolava Oy
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Filing: 1975-08-21
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Granted: 1977-11-15
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Expires: 1995-08-21
Abstract
Abstract Method and apparatus for unloading a platform from a lorry having a tipping frame, the tipping frame having an endless belt or chain which in turn has an elongated chain connected thereto. The chain has hook and wedge member thereon adapted to connect to pull bars on the platform to lift the platform onto the lorry. For lowering, a counter element is provided on the endless belt or chain for pushing the platform off the lorry.
Inventors
- 👤 Heikki Visa
- 👤 Ossi Rantala
- 👤 Antti Risti
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 22:48
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60P; B60P1/00; B60P1/64; B60P1/6418; B60P1/6454
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
160 words
Apparatus for loading and unloading an exchangeable platform onto and off of a tipping frame having an endless element, wheels located at each end of the tipping frame, the endless element moveably mounted on the said wheels, the improvement comprising: a flexible elongated element fixedly attached at one end thereof to the said endless element at an attachment point, the other end of said elongated element being free and having a hook-like engaging member thereon for releasably engaging said platform; said platform being provided with a fastening means on one end thereof, said fastening means having a hook receiving portion and limiting means, said limiting means being laterally spaced apart to form a space, said engaging member comprising at least one laterally spaced apart hook means and a positioning means, said hook means adapted to engage said hook receiving portion, said positioning means adapted to at least partly enter said space whereby lateral movement of said engaging member is restricted.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
160 words
Apparatus for loading and unloading an exchangeable platform onto and off of a tipping frame having an endless element, wheels located at each end of the tipping frame, the endless element moveably mounted on the said wheels, the improvement comprising: a flexible elongated element fixedly attached at one end thereof to the said endless element at an attachment point, the other end of said elongated element being free and having a hook-like engaging member thereon for releasably engaging said platform; said platform being provided with a fastening means on one end thereof, said fastening means having a hook receiving portion and limiting means, said limiting means being laterally spaced apart to form a space, said engaging member comprising at least one laterally spaced apart hook means and a positioning means, said hook means adapted to engage said hook receiving portion, said positioning means adapted to at least partly enter said space whereby lateral movement of said engaging member is restricted.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
50 words
Apparatus according to claim 1 wherein said fastening means comprises a pair of horizontal rods which are spaced apart horizontally to form said space, said hook means comprising a pair of hooks spaced apart horizontally and adapted to engage said pair of rods, said positioning means located between said hooks.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
49 words
Apparatus according to claim 1 comprising a counter element on said endless element and adapted to bear against said platform when said platform is on said frame, whereby said counter element prevents movement of said engaging member towards said attachment point during removal of said platform from said frame.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
39 words
Apparatus according to claim 2, wherein said engaging member is pivotable on said fastening means, said engaging member being lockable to said fastening means upon pivoting of said hook means to between 45° and 90° about the said rods.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
25 words
Apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the fastening means of the platform acts as a locking element when the platform is on the tipping frame.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
110 words
Apparatus for loading and unloading an exchangeable platform onto and off of a tipping frame having an endless element, wheels located at each end of the tipping frame, the endless element moveable mounted on the said wheels, the improvement comprising: a flexible elongated element fixedly attached at one end thereof to the said endless element, the other end of said elongated element being free and having a hook-like engaging member thereon for releasably engaging said platform; two supporting rolls on said engaging member, one of said rolls on each side thereof, whereby said engaging member rests on said rolls on said frame when said platform is pulled onto said frame.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
110 words
Apparatus for loading and unloading an exchangeable platform onto and off of a tipping frame having an endless element, wheels located at each end of the tipping frame, the endless element moveable mounted on the said wheels, the improvement comprising: a flexible elongated element fixedly attached at one end thereof to the said endless element, the other end of said elongated element being free and having a hook-like engaging member thereon for releasably engaging said platform; two supporting rolls on said engaging member, one of said rolls on each side thereof, whereby said engaging member rests on said rolls on said frame when said platform is pulled onto said frame.
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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) | 1980-11-14 | 1981-05-16 | 1981-11-15 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-11-14 | 1985-05-16 | 1985-11-15 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-11-14 | 1989-05-16 | 1989-11-15 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |