УСТРОЙСТВО И СПОСОБ ДЛЯ ДОКУМЕНТИРОВАНИЯ НАТЯЖЕНИЯ В НАТЯЖНОМ РЕМНЕ

Изобретение относится к системам безопасности транспортного средства. Устройство для протоколирования натяжения в натяжном ремне содержит зажимное устройство для фиксации пружинного элемента, упругодеформируемый пружинный элемент и электронный сенсорный блок. Сенсорный блок содержит сенсорную систему, передатчик для передачи сигнала данных на приемник, микропроцессор, источник энергии для обеспечения электронного сенсорного блока током и электронный приемный блок для приема сигнала данных от передатчика. Электронный приемный блок содержит приемник, индикатор для отображения сигнала данных и микропроцессор, который находится в соединении с приемником и индикатором. Сенсорная система выполнена с возможностью создания конкретного сигнала данных для каждой конкретной деформации пружинного элемента, и конкретные сигналы данных в любой момент времени могут регистрироваться в электронном приемном блоке, сохраняться и вызываться, пружинный элемент является U-образной фасонной деталью с двумя упругодеформируемыми ...

Система многооборотных креплений (СМК)

Изобретение относится к железнодорожному транспорту и может использоваться для крепления колесной техники с обрезиненными колесами. Система многооборотных креплений (СМК) состоит из двух ложементов (1), соединенных торцами между собой двухосным сочленением в продольный ложемент, одного бокового основания (2), присоединенного своим торцом перпендикулярно к боковым поверхностям первых двух ложементов с помощью подвижного соединения винтов-направляющих, шляпки которых вставлены в прямолинейную направляющую, обеспечивающую перемещение скольжением бокового основания (2) в горизонтальной плоскости. К продольному ложементу с помощью двух прямолинейных направляющих и четырех винтов-направляющих присоединен подкатной упор (3), раскладывающийся в треугольную призму. К боковому основанию (2) с помощью двух прямолинейных направляющих и четырех винтов-направляющих присоединен боковой упор, раскладывающийся одной плоскостью в вертикальное положение, а другой - в горизонтальное. Изобретение уменьшает ...

Фиксатор системы многооборотных креплений для железнодорожных платформ с металлическим полом

Фиксатор системы многооборотных креплений для железнодорожных платформ с металлическим полом (далее по тексту СМК) предназначен для крепления колёсной техники с обрезиненными колёсами массой до 24 тонн на универсальные железнодорожные платформы с металлическими полами или широкими металлическими полосами на полу платформ. Установка фиксатора СМК осуществляется следующим образом. Производится заезд колёсной машины на железнодорожную платформу с металлическим полом и её остановка в месте крепления, затем с помощью мела или других средств отмечаются места установки продольного ложемента СМК под каждое из закрепляемых колёс. После этого машина отъезжает задним ходом на расстояние не менее 1 метра и останавливается. Затем производится установка металлических подошв на каждое отмеченное место и установка торцевых захватов на раму железнодорожной платформы. Цепные растяжки, закреплённые одним концом к торцевым захватам, накидывают звеньями через крюки на проушины металлических подошв и натягивают ...

Устройство для крепления панелей или блоков котла при транспортировке

Полезная модель относится к устройствам для крепления панелей или блоков котла при перевозках и может быть использована на железнодорожном и автомобильном транспорте. Устройство для крепления панелей или блоков котла (1) при транспортировке содержит транспортное устройство (2) с опорными балками (4) и упорами (3), выполненными с возможностью установки между панелями или блоками котла (1) и транспортным устройством (2). Упоры (3) выполнены из прокатного профиля и жестко закреплены на транспортном устройстве (2). При этом панели или блоки котла выполнены с возможностью установки на опорных балках (4), жесткого закрепления на упорах (3) и надежного их положения относительно транспортного устройства (1) при воздействии динамических транспортных нагрузок. Повышается надежность работы устройства при закреплении панелей или блоков котла на транспортном устройстве. 2 з.п. ф-лы, 3 ил.

Устройство крепления рамы для газового баллона на транспортном средстве

Полезная модель относится к области транспортного машиностроения, а именно к транспортным средствам, работающим на как на бензине, так и на газообразном топливе, и может быть использована при производстве и модернизации транспортных средств, в частности легковых автомобилей.Технической задачей полезной модели является упрощение конструкции без потери как жесткости, так и надежности установки рамы для фиксации баллона на транспортном средстве, решенной за счет того, что устройство для крепления рамы газового баллона на транспортном средстве, а именно на его кузове, выполненное с помощью рамной конструкции, установленной непосредственно в багажнике транспортного средства, включает элементы, соединенные с поперечными рамами и непосредственно средства фиксации согласно полезной модели, отличающаяся тем, что в соответствии с обозначением сторон транспортного средства поперечина рамы передняя соединена с элементами днища кузова посредством болтовых соединений по точкам крепления сидений заднего ...

КОНТЕЙНЕР-ПЛАТФОРМА ДЛЯ ПЕРЕВОЗКИ ГРУЗОВ ЦИЛИНДРИЧЕСКОЙ ФОРМЫ

Полезная модель относится к области железнодорожного транспорта. Контейнер-платформа для перевозки грузов цилиндрической формы содержит раму (1), боковые (4) и торцевые (5) стены, и поперечные ложементы (6), и продольные ложементы (7). Технический результат заявляемой полезной модели, заключающийся в увеличении прочности конструкции контейнера-платформы для перевозки грузов цилиндрической формы большой массы и большого наружного диаметра, обеспечивается тем, что каждый продольный ложемент (7) выполнен в виде полой трапеции с нижним основанием длиной L и шириной M с открытым профилем вниз и открытым профилем со стороны боковой стены (4). Передняя продольная наклонная стенка (7.1) каждого продольного ложемента (7) установлена под углом α в диапазоне от 35 до 50°. Боковые поперечные наклонные стенки (7.2) установлены под углом β в диапазоне от 70 до 88°. При этом каждый продольный ложемент (7) содержит нижний пояс (8), через который он установлен своей передней продольной наклонной стенкой ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ПОГРУЗКИ И ВЫГРУЗКИ ЯЩИКОВ ИЗ ГРУЗОВОГО АВТОМОБИЛЯ

УСТРОЙСТВО И СПОСОБ ДЛЯ ДОКУМЕНТИРОВАНИЯ НАТЯЖЕНИЯ В НАТЯЖНОМ РЕМНЕ

АППАРЕЛЬНЫЙ ЭЛЕМЕНТ И АППАРЕЛЬНЫЙ СОЕДИНИТЕЛЬНЫЙ УЗЕЛ

УСТРОЙСТВО УДЕРЖАНИЯ АКСЕССУАРА СО СРЕДСТВАМИ РЕГУЛИРОВАНИЯ И УЗЕЛ, СОДЕРЖАЩИЙ ТАКОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО

... 1. Устройство (10) для удержания, по меньшей мере, одного аксессуара (12) на стенке автотранспортного средства, содержащее:- опорный элемент (21); и- ремень (20), имеющий переменную активную длину и предназначенный для удержания аксессуара (12) прижатым к опорному элементу (21),отличающееся тем, что содержит:- направляющую (18), выполненную между двумя концами (18А, 18В) направляющей вдоль ремня (20), причем эта направляющая (18) предназначена для неподвижного соединения со стенкой (14);- по меньшей мере, один скользящий элемент (32), предназначенный для перемещения скольжением вдоль направляющей (18), при этом скользящий элемент (32) содержит проход (34) для ремня (20);- средства (20С) регулирования активной длины ремня (20), при этом ремень (20) выполнен с возможностью разматывания относительно средств (20С) регулирования между полностью свернутой конфигурацией с минимальной активной длиной и полностью развернутой конфигурацией с максимальной активной длиной, при этом средства (20С) регулирования ...

Carrier system for supporting, carrying or securing plate-type subject matter in vehicle, has belt system carried and secured at cross-section of one of subject matters and releasably fixed at switch through coupling elements

The system (1) has a base carrier (10) comprising a switch (11) and a belt system (15) and mechanically connected to a transport unit. The switch is releasably fixed at the base carrier. The belt system is carried and secured at a cross-section of one of subject matters (4) and releasably fixed at the switch through coupling elements. A resilient insulating unit is located on a plate of the switch on which the subject matter is located. A fixing and clamping plate (29) of a coupling element (28) comprises a slot at an edge.

Vorrichtung zum zeitweiligen Verbinden eines Zurrgurtes mit einer Halteschiene

The invention relates to a device for provisionally connecting a fastening strap, specially a wheel chair strap, to a fixing rail (12) with a longitudinal groove. A securable and removable locking member of the fastening strap can be inserted into said longitudinal groove. A pivoting point for the fastening strap is arranged above a connecting member which can be anchored in the fixing rail (12) adjacent to the latter. A ball-and-socket joint (51) can be mounted on the connecting member. Said joint can be connected to the connecting member and the fastening strap.

Fahrzeug mit einer Aufstandsfläche für einen Behälter

Vorrichtung zum temporären Verbinden eines bewegbaren Gegenstandes mit einer Halteschiene

Vorrichtung zum zeitweiligen Verbinden eines bewegbaren Gegenstandes, insbesondere eines Fahrzeugsitzes mit einer Halteschiene, wobei die Vorrichtung wenigstens ein Längselement, insbesondere eine Leiste, umfasst, die in der Halteschiene geführt wird sowie ein Arretierelement, zum Eingriff in die Halteschiene, wobei das wenigstens eine Längselement horizontal bewegbar ist, derart, dass eine kraftschlüssige Verbindung, insbesondere eine Klemmverbindung, zwischen Halteschiene und Längselement ausgebildet ist und das Arretierelement und/oder das wenigstens eine Längselement, durch eine Hebeleinrichtung verstellbar sind, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Hebeleinrichtung bevorzugt einen um einen Drehpunkt verschwenkbaren Hebelarm umfasst, wobei die Hebeleinrichtung über eine Vorrichtung die wenigstens eine Leiste im Klemmeingriff mit der Halteschiene bringt und das Arretierelement in eine Öffnung der Halteschiene eingreift.

Luggage safety device for e.g. passenger car, has housing and/or unrolling unit for unrolling separating unit, where part of housing and/or unrolling unit are partial part of support structure of seat of vehicle

The device has housing (3) and/or an unrolling unit (5) for unrolling a separating unit (6), where a part of the housing and/or the unrolling unit are a partial part of a support structure of a seat of a motor vehicle. The device is a part of a body (9) of the vehicle and a part of an upper resting body sill of a backrest (2). The separating unit is a loading space cover and/or a curtain. An independent claim is also included for a backrest comprising a luggage safety device.

Abschließbare Lastaufnahmevorrichtung

Eine Lastaufnahmevorrichtung (10) mit einem Rastelement (28), das in eine ausgefahrene und eine eingefahrene Stellung verbringbar ist, und mit einem Betätigungselement (20), wobei das Betätigungselement (20) derart mit dem Rastelement (28) zusammenwirkt, dass durch Auslenken des Betätigungselements (20) das Rastelement (28) in die eingefahrene Stellung verbring bar ist, ist dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass eine Schließeinrichtung vorgesehen ist, die in eine abgeschlossene und eine aufgeschlossene Stellung verbringbar ist, und dass in der abgeschlossenen Stellung der Schließeinrichtung das Rastelement (28) nicht mittels des Betätigungselements (20) in die eingefahrene Stellung verbringbar ist. Die Erfindung gibt eine Lastaufnahmevorrichtung an, die vor unbefugten Manipulationen geschützt ist.

Load e.g. lengthy goods, securing device for use in e.g. fork-lift truck, has mechanism having base carrier which is attachable on loading surface of vehicle, and which comprises of end unit into which securing unit is used

The device has a mechanism (1) which is attachable and demountable on a loading surface of a vehicle. The mechanism comprises of a base carrier (2) which is attachable on the loading surface, and comprises of end unit. The mechanism is positioned on the loading surface by an external clamping belt. A securing unit runs transverse to the base carrier. The securing unit is exchangeably used in the end unit of base carrier.

Transport system for frame component of commercial vehicle, comprises load or transport medium for load-safe arrangement of frame component on transport vehicle and multiple frame component sets are provided

The transport system comprises a load or transport medium for load-safe arrangement of a frame component on a transport vehicle. Multiple frame component sets are provided with every two components sheeted with a u-shaped profile at the commercial vehicle as a frame longitudinal girder (1). The components are arranged together in secure position with profile limbs (2). A container is provided, which is arranged in secure position between the frame longitudinal girders for receiving cross beam (7). The cross beam is connected with the frame longitudinal girder.

Load retaining strap for motor vehicle has tension strap to retain load and tensioned by spring in roof of vehicle

The load retaining strap (8) has a tension strap connected through a tensioning and stop assembly to fit over a load. One end of the strap (9) is fixed to the floor of the vehicle. A tension spring (2) arranged in the roof area (3) of the vehicle. The spring can be altered in length and biases the strap in a return direction toward the roof. The spring has at least one end attached to the strap. The spring can be a double spring.

SELBSTSPERRENDE BEFESTIGUNGSVORRICHTUNG

Scoot 'n' stop

A locking device for securing disability scooters in a vehicle comprising of a double jointed remote operated and electrical powered arm 1 and a floor mounted latch 3 to which the arm locks into, thereby making the scooter secure within the vehicle. The arm will preferably move under the control of an electrical toggle switch and will enable the securing arm to raise and lower to secure/release the scooter from its storage.

Flooring structures with securements

Load restraint system

Propane tank holder equipped with a device to hold the lid of a semi-open car trunk

Logistics panel and containers

IMPROVEMENTS IN OR RELATING TO VEHICLES

... 1,208,275. Securing loads to vehicles. COMMER CARS Ltd. 10 July, 1968 [10 April, 1967], No. 16345/67. Headings B7J and B7L. [Also in Division E2] A load, e.g. a wheelchair, is secured to a vehicle, e.g. motor vehicles, railway wagons, aircraft, ships and freight-container carrying vehicles, by means of a clamping device comprising a non-rotatable post 13 removably secured to the vehicle, a load-engaging saddle 25 on a clamp 21 slidable along the post 13, a releasable one-way locking device preventing the clamp 21 from moving upwards away from the load, and load-clamping means for effecting fine adjustment of the position of the clamp 21. In Fig. 1, the clamp 21 is slidable along a sleeve 10 provided with serrations 10a which are engageable by a spring-loaded pawl 22 pivoted on the clamp 21, to form the locking device. A nut 17 engaged with the screw-threaded end 16 of the post 13 to form the load-clamping means, is screwed along the post 13 to move the sleeve 10 and hence the saddle 25 ...

Ambulance load plate and method

Vehicle loading space

Cargo strap securement device

A cargo strap assembly securement device 1 for detachable attachment to a strap 20 of a cargo strap assembly 2. The securement device comprises a fastening means 70 to form a collar around the strap 20 for attachment to the strap (20, figure 14c). The device comprises a first magnet 40 for magnetically engaging the device 1 to a support structure (34), and a body 80 connecting the first magnet and the fastening means together. Preferably the device comprises a plurality of magnets, e.g. second and third magnets 50, (60, figure 16). The cargo strap may comprise a hook claw (25, figure 14c) at each end. Once the first hook is attached and the user is travelling around the vehicle to engage the second hook, the first hook can fall under its own weight, however the securement device may prevent this from happening by magnetically engaging the strap securement device to a support structure of the vehicle typically above the first hook. Following the magnetic attachment, the user need not maintain ...

Pallet truck lock

A device 1 to secure pallet trucks to the inside of commercial vehicles and trailers comprises a box or cup with lugs or fixings 4 to secure it to vehicle load rails. The handle 3 of the truck is secured in the box by a securing pin 2 located through holes and held in place by a split or cotter pin through hole 8. The device prevents the truck moving during transport.

Cargo restraining apparatus

... 1,079,362. Securing palletted loads in vehicles. AMERICAN MACHINE & FOUNDRY CO. Feb. 12, 1964 [July 19, 1963], No. 39829/63. Heading B8E. [Also in Division E2] A vehicle such as an aircraft having detachable roller way trays as described in Specification 1,079,361, has the pallet locking dogs as described in Specification 1,079,363, detachably mounted in the trays as described in Specification 1,079,364. In one embodiment described, each inner roller tray 12 comprising channel portions 28 and cross members 30 is secured to the seat rails 18 by a locking fitting 36 having a cylindrical member mounted in a bore of a cross member 30 held locked by the head 46 of a shaft 48 on operation of a handle 58 acting on a pin 54. The outer roller trays are provided with side guide members 188, Fig. 15, secured by a fitting 196 to a seat plate 202 and to the aircraft seat rails by locking fittings 206 operated by a handle 220. A tie ring 225 may be provided for the attachment of securing ropes for other ...

Flooring structures with securements

Vehicle transportation apparatus

PROCEDURE AND DEVICE FOR HORIZONTALS FASTENING OF LOADED LOAD UNITS ON A SHIP

Apparatus for retaining freight on a flatbed

Load-strapping device

A load-strapping device including at least two frame parts connected by a pivotable joint, where one frame part is attached to a strap, where the joint between the pivotable parts is provided with a spindle extending between parallel flanges of the frame parts, the pivotable joint between the pivotable parts provided at opposite ends of the spindle with a pawl-and-ratchet mechanism which provides one-way rotation of the spindle when the pivotable basic parts are pivoted repeatedly in opposing directions, characterised in that the spindle is provided with two recesses arranged at respective different oblique angles relative to the rotation axis of the spindle and that the recesses are mutually spaced, and in opposite orientations.

Device and method for measuring tension in a lashing strap

The invention relates to a device for measuring tension in a lashing strap, comprising a securing device fore securing a spring element, an elastically deformable spring element (11, 23), secured by the securing device and on which a section of the lashing strap can apply a force and can elastically deform the spring element (11, 23), the ends (13a, 13b) of the spring element (11, 23) being moved closer to each other when the tensioning force is increased, and an electronic sensor unit. Said sensor unit comprises a sensor arrangement (25) which measures the deflection of the spring element (23) and generates a data signal, and a transmitter for transmitting the data signal to a receiving unit. The sensor arrangement (25) is arranged at the ends of the spring element (23).

Device and method for documenting tension in a lashing strap

The invention relates to a device for measuring tension in a lashing strap, comprising a securing device fore securing a spring element, an elastically deformable spring element (11, 23), secured by the securing device and on which a section of the lashing strap can apply a force and can elastically deform the spring element (11, 23), the ends (13a, 13b) of the spring element (11, 23) being moved closer to each other when the tensioning force is increased, and an electronic sensor unit. Said sensor unit comprises a sensor arrangement (25) which measures the deflection of the spring element (23) and generates a data signal, and a transmitter for transmitting the data signal to a receiving unit. The sensor arrangement (25) is arranged at the ends of the spring element (23). The sensor unit can also be used for documenting the tension measurement values.

Transport cart system and method of its manufacture and operation

MOLDED DECK BOARD

A plastic molded deck board (10, 50) provides a sturdy, durable, lightweight, economical, readily identifiable, and easily handled surface for supporting cargo on top of trailer load beams (31). The deck board (10, 50) defines a platform (11, 51) having a top face (22, 52) for supporting cargo, a bottom face (23, 53) and a plurality of side faces (18, 54). The top face (22, 52) can define a plurality of protrusions (29, 63) having variable shapes and heights, and can include rubber stoppers (74) for providing surface friction. The bottom face (53) can define a plurality of side walls (55A-55D), a plurality of angled cross walls (56A-56H), a first platform channel (75) and optionally a second platform channel (76) disposed between the plurality of angled cross walls for receiving a center load beam (31) of a cargo trailer. The top face (52) can define recessed slots (70A-70H) for receiving the angled cross walls (56A-56H) of another deck board such that two or more deck boards can be securely ...

TRAILER-TRAIN TRAILER WITH CARRYING FRAME FOR A MATERIAL TRANSPORT CART

The invention relates to a trailer-train trailer (10) having a carrying frame (12) for accommodating at least one transport-material cart (trolley 14) carried along in a trailer train, said transport-material cart having swiveling and/or fixed rollers (22), wherein the carrying frame (12) has a centrally arranged chassis (24) having an axle (26) and having two wheels (28) laterally supported on said axle and means for accommodating the transport-material cart (14) are provided in front of and behind the chassis (24) in a direction of travel (f). The means for accommodating the transport-material cart (14) consist of ascending and descending ramps (42) for supporting the swiveling and/or fixed rollers (22) of the trolley (14). It is advantageous if height-adjustable means (60) for locking the transport-material cart (14) are arranged at the two lateral ends (58) of the housing (30) transversely to the direction of travel (f).

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR SECURING A SCOOTER IN A VEHICLE

An apparatus for securing a scooter with a footplate to a vehicle having a floor includes a main beam having proximal and distal ends and being connectable to the vehicle floor to move between an up, rest position and a down, locking position, the down, locking position including a portion of the main beam extending generally laterally over and across the footplate of a scooter positioned thereunder; actuator means including a follower pin received for limited movement in a slot defined by guide means connected to the main beam, the actuator means being for moving the main beam between the up, rest position and down, locking positions; and latch means for securing the distal end of the main beam to the vehicle floor when in the down, locking position.

SIDE-LOADING RATCHET DEVICE

A ratchet device 1 for a strap has a body 105 having a side member 109, and a spool 119 having a side 119a rotatably supported by the side member and a ratchet wheel 121 fixed thereto. The body has a member 161 moveable between an open position in which the other side 119b of the spool is exposed to enable a strap to be laterally loaded into the spool 119 from the exposed side of the spool and laterally unloaded from the spool, and a closed position in which said lateral loading and unloading are prevented.

SIDE-LOADING RATCHET DEVICE

A ratchet device 1 for a strap has a body 105 having a side member 109, and a spool 119 having a side 119a rotatably supported by the side member and a ratchet wheel 121 fixed thereto. The body has a member 161 moveable between an open position in which the other side 119b of the spool is exposed to enable a strap to be laterally loaded into the spool 119 from the exposed side of the spool and laterally unloaded from the spool, and a closed position in which said lateral loading and unloading are prevented.

PALLET LATCHING MECHANISM

A truck bed is divided into a plurality of bays, each bay being defined by a pair of dividers. In each bay is a pallet. The latching mechanism comprises a bolt which is spring-loaded outwardly, through the keeper hole in the adjacent divider. A triangular link is rotatably mounted at a fixed pivot point. The bolt is coupled to a second point on the link. An actuator is movable substantially vertically and is attached to a third point on the link. When the fork of a lift truck engages the actuator and raises it, the link is caused to rotate about the fixed pivot point, to withdraw the bolt and thereby unlatch the latching mechanism.

Verfahren und Vorrichtung zum Befördern von stapelfähigem Massengut auf Eisenbahnwagen und Schiffen, sowie zum Umschlagen von Eisenbahnwagen in Schiffe.

Ladewagenaufbau

Dispositivo per agganciare sul bordo superiore del cassone di un autocarro un apparecchio da trasportare mediante l'autocarro stesso

Apparatus and method for the documentation of the tensile stress in a tightening strap.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung zur Messung der Zugspannung in einem Spanngurt mit einer Haltevorrichtung zum Halten eines Federelements, einem elastisch verformbaren Federelement (23), das durch die Haltevorrichtung gehalten ist und an welchem ein Abschnitt des Spanngurt Kraft angreifen und das Federelement (23) elastisch deformieren kann, wobei mit der Vergrösserung der Spannkraft die Enden (13a, 13b) des Federelements (23) einander angenähert werden, und einer elektronischen Sensoreinheit. Die Sensoreinheit umfasst ihrerseits eine Sensoranordnung (25), die die Auslenkung des Federelements (23) misst und ein Datensignal generiert und einen Sender zur Übertragung des Datensignals an eine Empfangseinheit. Die Sensoranordnung (25) ist an den Enden des Federelements (23) angeordnet. Die Sensoreinheit kann auch zur Dokumentation der Spannungsmesswerte herangezogen werden. Die Erfindung betrifft auch ein Verfahren zur Protokollierung der Zugspannung in einem Spanngurt.

Apparatus and method for measuring tensile stress in a tightening strap.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung zur Messung der Zugspannung in einem Spanngurt mit einer Haltevorrichtung zum Halten eines Federelements, einem elastisch verformbaren Federelement (11, 23), das durch die Haltevorrichtung gehalten ist und an welchem ein Abschnitt des Spanngurts Kraft angreifen und das Federelement (11, 23) elastisch deformieren kann, wobei mit der Vergrösserung der Spannkraft die Enden (13a, 13b) des Federelements (11, 23) einander angenähert werden, und einer elektronischen Sensoreinheit. Die Sensoreinheit umfasst ihrerseits eine Sensoranordnung (25), die die Auslenkung des Federelements (23) misst und ein Datensignal generiert und einen Sender zur Übertragung des Datensignals an eine Empfangseinheit. Die Sensoranordnung (25) ist an den Enden des Federelements (23) angeordnet.

Means for transporting freight.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Einrichtung zum Arretieren von mindestens einem hängend gehaltenen Transportträger (2) in einem Laderaum (11). Am Boden (13) des Laderaums (11) ist eine Arretiervorrichtung angeordnet, welche dazu ausgelegt ist, mit einem zum Boden (13) weisenden Halteorgan (3) des mindestens einen Transportträgers (2) temporär in Wirkverbindung zu treten, um den mindestens einen Transportträger (2) am Boden (13) zu arretieren.

The loading space of a transport container system for transporting freight held in transport position.

Die Erfindung betrifft ein System zum Transportieren von im Laderaum (11) eines Transportbehältnisses (10) in Transportposition gehaltenen Transportgütern (1), umfassend mindestens einen Transportträger (2) zur Halterung mindestens eines Transportgutes (1) sowie einen oberhalb des Transportträgers (2) angeordneten und mit diesem verbundenen Laufwagen (4), ferner eine Transportschiene (31) zum hängenden Transport des mindestens einen Transportträgers zum Transportbehältnis (10) sowie mindestens eine im Laderaum (11) des Transportbehältnisses (10) angeordnete Laderaumschiene (67), wobei der mindestens eine Transportträger (2) über den Laufwagen (4) entlang der Transportschiene (31) und entlang der mindestens einen Laderaumschiene (67) hängend in den Laderaum (11) transportiert und im Laderaum (11) in einer Transportposition hängend unterhalb der mindestens einen Laderaumschiene (67) gehalten werden kann. Der Laufwagen (4) umfasst mindestens eine Laufrolle und bildet mindestens eine Gleitfläche ...

Brake fluid auxiliary transport device based on vehicle body

Body of chock for the installation of parcel in freight vehicles or warehouses

HOLDING FIXTURE

DISPOSITIF D'IMMOBILISATION D'UN CADRE DE FAUTEUIL ROULANT POUR HANDICAPES PHYSIQUES, NOTAMMENT SUR UN PLANCHER DE VEHICULE

A.SECTEUR TECHNIQUE: IMMOBILISATION DES FAUTEUILS ROULANTS DANS LES VEHICULES AU MOYEN D'UNE TRAVERSE FIXEE AU CADRE DU FAUTEUIL ET D'UN PIED DE VERROUILLAGE. B.CARACTERISTIQUE TECHNIQUE PRINCIPALE: L'EXTREMITE DU PIED 1 PORTE UN VERROU PIVOTANT 2 DISPOSE SOUS LE PIED ET QUI EST MANOEUVRE PAR UNE POIGNEE 3. POUR PERMETTRE L'IMMOBILISATION EN HAUTEUR DU PIED EN POSITION DE VERROUILLAGE LA TIGE DE COMMANDE DU VERROU EST ASSOCIEE A UN ELEMENT CRANTE MANOEUVRE EN ROTATION PAR LA POIGNEE QUI BLOQUE LE PIED DANS LE BOITIER SUPPORT 6 DE CELUI-CI AU NIVEAU DE CRANS COMPLEMENTAIRES PORTES PAR LES PAROIS INTERNES DE CE BOITIER. C.APPLICATION: IMMOBILISATION DES FAUTEUILS ROULANTS SUR LES PLANCHERS ET PLATES-FORMES DES VEHICULES.

structure of load car

Cargo restraint for use in container - has holding belt which is adjustable in length and height by further belts operable from container exterior

Transportation fixture for go karts on trailers

L'invention est destinée à permettre une fixation pratique et rapide d'un kart pour son transport sur une remorque. Elle est constituée par des supports solidaires du plateau (10) de la remorque dans lesquels viennent prendre place les tubes (8) du châssis. Une courroie (7) élastique empêche au tube (8) de s'échapper par le haut.

팰릿화된 화물을 위한 순차 래치

... 항공기 화물 처리 시스템은 항공기의 길이방향 축과 실질적으로 평행하게 연장되는 샤프트 조립체를 각각 구비하는 한 쌍의 부하 구속 레일 조립체를 구비한다. 샤프트 조립체는 원통형 팰릿 맞물림 표면을 구비하는 바디를 각각 포함하는 복수의 잠금 폴을 구비한다. 잠금 폴의 팰릿 맞물림 표면은 항공기의 전방 쪽으로 이동하는 스테이션에서 증가하는 (또는 그 역인) 사이각을 구비한다. 이것을 통해 팰릿이 적재될 때마다 미리 결정된 회전 각도만큼 샤프트 조립체를 회전시킴으로써 팰릿을 순차적으로 제 위치에 잠글 수 있다. 항공기에서 하역하는 것은 항공기에서 하역할 때 팰릿을 개별적으로 잠금 해제하도록 단계를 반대 방향으로 하여 샤프트 조립체를 회전시키는 것에 의해 역순으로 수행된다.

MOBILITY DEVICE DOCKING SYSTEM

A device for securing a mobility device in a mobility vehicle or on a lifting device that is installed in or on a mobility vehicle or trailer. The securing device comprises a docking assembly, a locking assembly and a guide assembly. The locking assembly includes a receiving member having an interior passageway and a locking pin. The guide assembly includes a support plate attachable to the mobility device and an alignment rod whereby the alignment rod extends out from one side of the mobility device and engages the receiving member. The alignment rod is sized and configured to extend into the interior passageway thereby allowing the locking pin to extend into the interior passageway to secure the alignment rod.

Ski bar tie down device for a snowmobile trailer

A device for releasably holding down the skis of a snowmobile onto the floor of a flatbed trailer comprising a U-shaped channel, with a plurality of longitudinally spaced openings formed therein for adjustably receiving longitudinally spaced members, a handle pivotally connected to the channel for drawing tight in an over-center manner a strap entrained over and under the members, and an elongated tube placeable over the channel and under the strap, the tube ends of which engage and hold skis upon pivotal rotation of the handle in one direction effecting a tightening of the strap over the tube, opposite rotation of the handle loosening the strap such that the tube can be removed from over the skis.

DEVICE FOR SECURING PETROL-CANS AND THE LIKE TO MOTOR-CARS.

Securing system for transporting all-terrain vehicles

An all-terrain vehicle (ATV) can be secured to a truck or trailer bed, for transporting on roads or highways, using adjustable-length connectors with rigid shafts, rather than chains, ropes, or cables. Two steel "tine pins" (or comparable rigid structures, such as rounded eye hooks) are securely mounted on opposed ends or sides of the ATV. Similar tine pins are also mounted on the bed of a trailer or truck used to carry the ATV. The ATV is loaded onto the trailer or truck, moved into position (this does not require precise placement) and secured by turnbuckle-type securing connectors which have adjustable lengths. Unlike chains or ropes, these adjustable connectors become rigid and non-yielding after their lengths have been adjusted. An eyehole which accommodates a tine pin is provided at each end of each connector. The eyeholes should contain sleeve-type devices mounted in a rotating or swivelling manner, to allow the sleeves to fit snugly on the tine pins and minimize wear and abrasion ...

Adjustable Receptacle Holder for a Vehicle

An adjustable retainer for attaching a receptacle, such as a thermal cooler, to a vehicle includes a frame for securing to a vehicle, such as a truck bed. Opposing jaws are movable in guide slots in the fame. One jaw may be manually positioned in a guide slot having hooks, while the other jaw is movable by a linear actuator secured to the frame. The jaws allow optimum positioning of the receptacle and create a vice-like retaining mechanism.

SELF-UNLOCKING COVER, TRIM COMPONENT AND METHOD FOR MOUNTING A TRIM COMPONENT

Die Erfindung betrifft eine selbstentriegelnde Abdeckung (14) für eine Funktionsöffnung (24) eines Verkleidungsbauteils (10) eines Fahrzeuginnenraums. Die Abdeckung weist einen Deckel (16) auf, welcher mit der Funktionsöffnung (24) des Verkleidungsbauteils (10) derart verrastbar ist, dass eine Vorderseite (16a) des Deckels (16) die Funktionsöffnung (24) zumindest teilweise bedeckt. Zudem weist die Abdeckung (14) zumindest ein Entriegelungselement (18) auf, welches auf einer der Vorderseite (16a) des Deckels (16) abgewandten Rückseite (16b) des Deckels (16) angeordnet ist. Dabei ist die Abdeckung (14) derart ausgebildet, dass das Entriegelungselement (18) durch eine Krafteinwirkung auf das Entriegelungselement (18) in Richtung des Deckels (16) betätigbar ist und durch die Betätigung der Deckel (16) verformbar und/oder verschiebbar und eine Verrastung des Deckels (16) mit der Funktionsöffnung (24) lösbar ist. Ferner betrifft die Erfindung ein Verkleidungsbauteil (10), ein Fahrzeug (28) und ...

ПРИЦЕП ТРЕЙЛЕРНОГО ПОЕЗДА С НЕСУЩЕЙ РАМОЙ ДЛЯ ТЕЛЕЖКИ ДЛЯ ТРАНСПОРТИРОВКИ МАТЕРИАЛОВ

Изобретение относится к прицепу трейлерного поезда. Прицеп имеет несущую раму. Несущая рама служит для размещения на борту трейлерного поезда тележки для транспортировки материалов. Тележка имеет направляющие и/или опорные ролики. Несущая рама имеет расположенную в середине ходовую часть с осью. По бокам оси установлены два колеса. Впереди и сзади ходовой части, по направлению движения трейлерного поезда, предусмотрены средства для размещения тележки. Средства для размещения тележки состоят из проходящих поперек направления движения трейлерного поезда въездных и выездных рамп. На рампы опирается тележка, направляющими и/или опорными роликами при заталкивании, во время транспортировки и при выгрузке. Технический результат достигается путем создания прицепа трейлерного поезда, у которого средства для размещения тележки поддерживаются устройством, служащим для разгрузки от веса в любом положении тележки. 14 з.п. ф-лы, 30 ил.

Храповое устройство с загрузкой сбоку

Изобретение относится к средствам для крепления груза на транспортном средстве, в частности предназначено для закрепления и натяжения ремня. Храповое устройство (101) для ремня содержит корпус (105), содержащий боковой элемент (109), и катушку (119), имеющую боковую сторону (119а), поддерживаемую с возможностью вращения боковым элементом, и храповое колесо (121), неподвижно закрепленное к ней. Корпус имеет подвижный элемент (161), который может перемещаться между открытым положением, в котором другая боковая сторона (119b) катушки открыта для обеспечения возможности загрузки ремня в катушку (119) в боковом направлении с открытой боковой стороны катушки и разгрузки его из катушки в боковом направлении, и закрытым положением, в котором исключена возможность указанных загрузки и разгрузки в боковом направлении. Храповое устройство используется для закрепления груза на транспортном средстве или платформе. Изобретение облегчает установку ремня на катушку. 2 н. и 28 з.п. ф-лы, 25 ил.

УСТРОЙСТВО УДЕРЖАНИЯ АКСЕССУАРА СО СРЕДСТВАМИ РЕГУЛИРОВАНИЯ И УЗЕЛ, СОДЕРЖАЩИЙ ТАКОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО

Группа изобретений относится к области транспортного машиностроения. Устройство для удержания одного аксессуара на стенке автотранспортного средства содержит опорный элемент, ремень, направляющую, один скользящий элемент и средства регулирования активной длины ремня. Ремень имеет переменную активную длину и предназначен для удержания аксессуара прижатым к опорному элементу. Направляющая выполнена вдоль ремня и предназначена для неподвижного соединения со стенкой. Скользящий элемент предназначен для перемещения скольжением вдоль направляющей и содержит проход для ремня. Ремень выполнен с возможностью разматывания относительно средств регулирования между полностью свернутой конфигурацией с минимальной активной длиной и полностью развернутой конфигурацией с максимальной активной длиной. Средства регулирования содержат элемент возврата ремня в его свернутую конфигурацию. Внутренний элемент автотранспортного средства содержит внутреннюю стенку, формирующую боковую обшивку багажника, пол, обшивку ...

Способ транспортировки порожней железнодорожной грузовой платформы и устройство для его осуществления

Изобретение относится к транспортной технике. Способ транспортировки порожней железнодорожной грузовой платформы включает погрузку порожней платформы на грузовую площадку нижней платформы с продольным наклоном. Колеса одной из колесных пар порожней железнодорожной грузовой платформы частично погружают в продольные пазы настила грузовой площадки нижней платформы, а обе колесные пары второй тележки фиксируют в приподнятом положении относительно грузовой площадки нижней платформы посредством поворотных ложементов. Устройство для осуществления способа транспортировки порожней железнодорожной грузовой платформы включает смонтированные на одном конце нижней платформы (1) поворотные ложементы (14), опорные поверхности которых повторяют профиль колес. Верхняя поверхность каждого ложемента при нахождении его в горизонтальном положении располагается на одном уровне с поверхностью грузовой площадки нижней платформы, на втором конце которой, расположенном с противоположной ложементам стороны, в ее ...

ЛОЖЕМЕНТ ДЛЯ ПЕРЕВОЗКИ И ХРАНЕНИЯ ЖЕЛЕЗНОДОРОЖНЫХ КОЛЕСНЫХ ПАР

Изобретение относится к области железнодорожного транспорта и предназначено для размещения, крепления, перевозки железнодорожных колесных пар на транспортных средствах, а также хранения и сортировки железнодорожных колесных пар в местах складирования. Ложемент (1) для перевозки и хранения железнодорожных колесных пар (6) содержит пару разнесенных на расстоянии друг от друга симметричных опорных элементов (2) и конструктивные элементы, геометрически повторяющие форму обода железнодорожного колеса. Опорные элементы изготовлены в виде цельных формованных конструкций, выполненных из пористого эластичного неметаллического материала, имеющего высокий коэффициент трения. Ложемент выполнен с возможностью установки его непосредственно на платформу транспортного средства для перевозки колесных пар. Конструктивные элементы, геометрически повторяющие форму обода железнодорожного колеса, выполнены в выемке, расположенной на верхней поверхности опорного элемента, имеющей радиальный ступенчатый геометрический ...

Увязочное устройство кузова грузового вагона

Полезная модель относится к области рельсовых транспортных средств и может быть использована в грузовых вагонах для крепления растяжек и обвязок при перевозке грузов и для крепления укрытий при бестарной перевозке твердых сыпучих грузов. Увязочное устройство кузова грузового вагона, размещенное на стойке грузового вагона с обшивой и усиливающим элементом, содержит фиксатор в виде уголка, в одной из полок которого выполнены верхняя и нижняя прорези, жестко закрепленный к стойке, к которой изнутри вагона прикреплена обшива таким образом, что стойка не выходит за поверхность обшивы, и увязочное кольцо, размещенное в фиксаторе с возможностью перемещения из рабочего положения в нерабочее, при котором оно также не выступает за поверхность обшивы. Увязочное кольцо содержит верхний и нижний стопоры, выполненные на его горизонтальных участках. Суммарная толщина S1 увязочного кольца и нижнего стопора меньше длины L1 нижней прорези. Суммарная толщина S2 увязочного кольца и верхнего стопора меньше ...

Устройство для крепления груза на транспортном средстве

Полезная модель относится к области машиностроения, а именно к устройствам для крепления грузов на транспортном средстве, и может быть использована при перевозках на железнодорожном и автомобильном транспорте. Техническим результатом заявляемой полезной модели является повышение эксплуатационных характеристик за счет надежного закрепления груза с мягким покрытием на транспортном средстве. Устройство для крепления груза на транспортном средстве, содержащее стоечные скобы, натяжное устройство, включающее стержень с резьбой, закладку, крепежные элементы, стяжку полосовую, при этом стержень с резьбой, проходя через стоечную скобу, жестко закрепленную на транспортном средстве, и закладку, с помощью крепежных элементов закреплен на транспортном средстве, отличающееся тем, что содержит кронштейн, жестко соединенный с грузом и жестко соединенный с полосовыми стяжками. 8 з.п. ф-лы, 5 ил.

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ЗАЩИТЫ ДВЕРИ ИЗОТЕРМИЧЕСКОГО КОНТЕЙНЕРА ОТ НАВАЛИВАНИЯ ГРУЗА

Полезная модель относится к относится к внутреннему оборудованию изотермических контейнеров. Устройство включает металлические П-образные профили, установленные у дверного проема, бруски ограждения и втулки, жестко закрепленные к стенкам контейнера. При этом П-образные профили закреплены на теплоизоляционном покрытии боковых стенок контейнера напротив друг друга посредством болтов, зафиксированных в упомянутых втулках через анкерные втулки, выполненные из теплоизоляционного материала. Концы брусков ограждения установлены в П-образные профили. Конструкция проста в изготовлении и надежна в эксплуатации.

Vorrichtung zur Befestigung und Sicherung von Einfach- und Zweifachanstelleitern an Lastkraftwagen

Vorrichtung zum Sichern von Ladegut auf einer Fläche

Fahrzeugheckklappensystem

Fahrzeugheckklappe, umfassend: eine innere Platte, die sich von einer oberen Platte zu einer unteren Platte und zwischen einem Paar von Seitenplatten erstreckt, die drehbar an einer Ladefläche in der Nähe der unteren Platte gesichert sind; und ein Paar von Verzurrhalterungen, die an einer Außenseite der inneren Platte zwischen der oberen und unteren Platte gesichert sind, wobei jede Halterung C-Kanäle definiert, die sich in einer Richtung erstrecken, die im Wesentlichen parallel zu den Seitenplatten verläuft.

Vorrichtung zur Sicherung von Gegenständen innerhalb eines Fahrzeugs und Fahrzeug, das mit einer solchen Vorrichtung versehen ist

Vorrichtung zur Sicherung bzw. Arretierung von Gegenständen innerhalb eines Fahrzeugs, die Folgendes umfasst: mindestens einen länglichen Körper (2), der eine Längsachse (X) definiert und mit Mitteln zur Verankerung an einem Abschnitt eines Fahrzeugs ausgestattet ist; und mindestens zwei Bügel bzw. Widerlager (3, 4) die verschiebbar mit dem länglichen Element (2) verbunden sind, um sich unabhängig voneinander entlang der Achse (X) zu bewegen, sodass sie einen zwischen ihnen stehenden Gegenstand (A) umklammernd arretieren können und ihn am länglichen Körper verankern können, wobei jeder Bügel (3, 4) mit ersten Mitteln (10) zur Befestigung am länglichen Körper (2) ausgestattet ist, die dazu geeignet sind, den Bügel (3, 4) an einer bestimmten Stelle entlang der Achse (X) reversibel zu befestigen.

Rückhaltebaugruppe für ein Frachtsystem

Eine Rückhaltebaugruppe beinhaltet gemäß mehreren Ausführungsformen eine Passgrundfläche, eine Buchse und eine Rückhalte-Rollenscheibe. Die Passgrundfläche beinhaltet gemäß mehreren Ausführungsformen eine untere Passfläche und eine obere Passfläche, die relativ zu der unteren Passfläche gewinkelt ist. Die Passgrundfläche kann konfiguriert sein, um über ein Verankerungselement mit der oberen Schienenfläche einer Führungsschiene des Frachtsystems gekoppelt zu sein. In mehreren Ausführungsformen ist die Buchse konfiguriert, um um das Verankerungselement angeordnet zu sein. In mehreren Ausführungsformen beinhaltet die Rückhalte-Rollenscheibe eine obere Rollenfläche und eine untere Rollenfläche, wobei die Rückhalte-Rollenscheibe konfiguriert ist, um drehbar um die Buchse gekoppelt zu sein und die untere Rollenfläche konfiguriert ist, um in die obere Passfläche der Passgrundfläche einzugreifen.

Hakenelement, Spanngut und Anordnung eines Spannguts mit Hakenelementen

Hakenelement zur Positionierung eines Fahrzeugs auf einem Untergrund aus einem flächenhaften Gebilde mit Durchbrüchen, mit einem Schaft und einer Zurrgurtaufnahme an einem ersten Schaftende, mit einem Knebel an einem weiteren Schaftende, wobei in einem Winkel α von 90° zu einer Knebelachse ein Spitzhaken an dem Schaft angeordnet ist und das freie Ende des Spitzhakens in Richtung der Zurrgurtaufnahme weist. Die Erfindung betrifft gleichsam einen Spanngurt sowie die Anordnung eines Spanngurts mit dem vorgenannten Hakenelement.

Formgepresste Deckplatte

Sequential latch for palletized cargo

Pallet tie-down assembly

An assembly 15 for anchoring a pallet 2 to a tie-down ring 7 comprises a cartridge 16 attached to the base of the pallet. The tie-down ring 7 forms part of a tie-down 3 within a floor surface. A stud 17 is received and held in the cartridge. A carriage 18, for holding a part of the tie-down ring, is held on the stud and is rotatable with respect to the stud and/or the cartridge. One end of the carriage is provided with a hook member 19 for receiving a part of the tie-down ring 7.

Anchorages

LOAD RETENTION MEANS

Logistics panel and containers

Verfahren zur Transportsicherung von aufeinander gestapelten Gleisjochen beim Transport auf schienengebundenen Fahrzeugen

Bei einem Verfahren zur Transportsicherung von aufeinandergestapelten Gleisjochen (6) beim Transport auf schienengebundenen Fahrzeugen (2) werden die Gleisjoche (6) unter Zwischenlegung von Gleisjochauflagen (10) so aufeinandergestapelt, dass die Gleisjochauflagen (10) auf den Schwellen (8) eines unteren Gleisjochs (6) aufliegen und die Schwellen (8) eines oberen Gleisjochs (6) tragen, wobei die Gleisjochauflagen (10) wenigstens einen Zwischenraum (14) zwischen zwei benachbarten Schwellen (8) überbrücken und in den Zwischenraum (14) hineinragende Anschläge (15) aufweisen, welche mit den Schwellen (8) der Gleisjoche (6) formschlüssig gegen Verschiebung in Schienenlängsrichtung zusammenwirken.

Verfahren zur Transportsicherung von aufeinander gestapelten Gleisjochen beim Transport auf schienengebundenen Fahrzeugen

Bei einem Verfahren zur Transportsicherung von aufeinandergestapelten Gleisjochen (6) beim Transport auf schienengebundenen Fahrzeugen (2) werden die Gleisjoche (6) unter Zwischenlegung von Gleisjochauflagen (10) so aufeinandergestapelt, dass die Gleisjochauflagen (10) auf den Schwellen (8) eines unteren Gleisjochs (6) aufliegen und die Schwellen (8) eines oberen Gleisjochs (6) tragen, wobei die Gleisjochauflagen (10) wenigstens einen Zwischenraum (14) zwischen zwei benachbarten Schwellen (8) überbrücken und in den Zwischenraum (14) hineinragende Anschläge (15) aufweisen, welche mit den Schwellen (8) der Gleisjoche (6) formschlüssig gegen Verschiebung in Schienenlängsrichtung zusammenwirken.

Device for securing a charge

Vorrichtung (1) zur Sicherung einer Ladung relativ zu einer Oberfläche (4), wobei die Oberfläche (4) zumindest eine Öffnung (5) aufweist, wobei die Vorrichtung (1) aufweist: einen Zurranschlag (2), einen Zurranker (3) mit zumindest einem Fortsatz (6), wobei der Zurranker (3) mit dem zumindest einen Fortsatz (6) in einer Einführposition in die zumindest eine Öffnung (5) der Oberfläche (4) einführbar ist und der zumindest eine Fortsatz (6) durch eine Bewegung in eine Sicherungsposition bringbar ist, in welcher der Fortsatz (6) die Öffnung (5) der Oberfläche (4) hintergreift, wobei die Vorrichtung (1) wenigstens ein in eine Öffnung (5) der Oberfläche (4) einbringbares und/oder an der Oberfläche (4) abstützbares Sicherungsmittel (7) aufweist, welches durch Blockieren der Bewegung des Fortsatzes (6) ein unbeabsichtigtes Übergehen des zumindest einen Fortsatzes (6) des Zurrankers (3) von der Sicherungsposition in die Einführposition verhindert.

CARRIAGE DEVICE AND PROCEDURE FOR ITS PRODUCTION AND APPLICATION

DISPATCH PALLET

Structure of load car

ARRANGEMENT TO LADEGUTSICHERUNG

Beverage transport cart system and method of its manufacture and operation

Mobility device docking system

A device for securing a mobility device in a mobility vehicle or on a lifting device that is installed in or on a mobility vehicle or trailer. The securing device comprises a docking assembly, a locking assembly and a guide assembly. The locking assembly includes a receiving member having an interior passageway and a locking pin. The guide assembly includes a support plate attachable to the mobility device and an alignment rod whereby the alignment rod extends out from one side of the mobility device and engages the receiving member. The alignment rod is sized and configured to extend into the interior passageway thereby allowing the locking pin to extend into the interior passageway to secure the alignment rod.

TIE DOWN OR LOCKING UNIT

CARGO RESTRAINT SYSTEM

A cargo restraint system is provided, comprising a floor structure defining a number of anchorage openings made thereon with each anchorage opening defining a maximum width. The cargo restraint system also comprises at least one elbowed fastener having an elongated head portion defining a length greater than the anchorage opening maximum width and a maximal cross-sectional width smaller than the anchorage opening maximum width, the elbowed fastener also defining a body portion connected transversely to the head portion; wherein the head portion of the elbowed fastener can be inserted into one of the anchorage openings of the floor structure and the body portion can extend from this anchorage opening and project away from the floor structure. Moreover, at least one cargo restraint member is provided in the cargo restraint system, for restraining movement of a cargo item about the floor structure. In use, the elbowed fastener head portion can releasably engage one of the anchorage openings ...

SECURE ACCESSORY SYSTEM FOR A TRUCK BOX

A system for securing accessories in a truck box comprises right and left anchor beams adapted to be fastened to respective right and left edges of the floor such that inner faces of the anchor beams face each other across an inner floor area. An anchor lip extends from each inner face and an accessory has right and left edges comprising an under lip adapted to fit slidingly under the anchor lip of each anchor member. A lock is operative to lock the accessory in a substantially fixed position along the length of the floor. The accessory can be ballast, a toolbox or other accessory that is secured in a truck box but is easily removed to load cargo.

ANCHOR

An anchor has first, second and third flanges. A surface of the first flange facing the second flange defines a plane. A contour of the first flange projected onto the plane extending beyond a contour of the second flange projected onto the plane. A base connecting part includes the third flange and the second flange. An accessory connecting part operatively connected to the base connecting part includes the first flange. The third flange is movable relative to at least one of the first and second flanges between a first position and a second position. In the first position, a contour of the third flange projected onto the plane is contained within the contour of the second flange projected onto the plane. In the second position, the contour of the third flange projected onto the plane extends beyond the contour of the second flange projected onto the plane.

Apparatus and Method for Applying a Tarp to Trucking Cargo

An apparatus and method for applying a tarping material to trucking cargo are provided. The tarping material may be formed into a roll with a rod disposed therethrough. The roll may be supported by a frame. The roll can be configured to move vertically with respect to the ground. A trailer carrying trucking cargo can be stationed beneath the frame. The tarping material may be unwound and dispensed from the roll. In order to drape the trucking cargo with the tarping material, the roll may be moved horizontally over the frame in addition to or alternatively to having the trucking cargo driven horizontally with respect to the roll.

Method and system of securing cargo

A method and system of securing cargo for preventing access to cargo during transportation is disclosed. In an embodiment, the system comprises a security net adapted for covering the cargo, the net comprising a panel with a periphery. The panel is made from a net with holes of sufficiently small size to prevent objects from readily being inserted therethrough without causing a tear thereto. The periphery contains a plurality of openings. The system also comprises a plurality of security locks adapted for locking onto a pallet beneath the cargo and coupling onto one of the plurality of openings. Each security lock has a first identifier for identifying whether the plurality of security locks belong to a predetermined set.

Ratchet binder storage rack

A ratchet rack for storing a plurality of ratchet binders comprising: a center section; a side section extending from each side of the center section; a mounting section perpendicularly extending from each side section, where said mounting section include a means to enable the mounting of the rack onto a truck or trailer frame; and an opening between the side sections, where said opening provides a means for the insertion of the plurality of ratchet binders. The ratchet rack may further include a security plate that covers the ratchet binders. The security plate may include a mounting plate, a top plate, a front plate and a hinge. The hinge joins the top plate and mounting plate and the front plate extends at a 90-degree angle from the top plate.

Universal tower transport stand

A support system ( 10 ), including: a spoke connection region ( 30 ); a support stand ( 20 ) configured to support the spoke connection region ( 30 ); and a plurality of spokes ( 14 ). Each spoke ( 14 ) includes an inner end ( 34 ) connectable to a respective spoke connection point disposed in the spoke connection region ( 30 ), and each spoke ( 14 ) is independently positioned angularly about the respective spoke connection point ( 30 ).

E-Hook

A trailer wall hook is provided as a single unit that includes a U-shaped hook with a rounded or square base. The U-shaped hook includes an open eye-loop and j-hook support brackets. The open eye-loop is attached to the top front of the U-shaped hook and two smaller j-hooks are attached upside down on the rear of the U-shaped hook. The j-hooks provide for mounting the trailer wall hook on a cargo control or tie-down system on the inside wall of a trailer. The trailer wall hook provides for loading and supporting linear shaped or irregular shaped freight onto the wall.

Strap-tensioning device

A strap-tensioning device includes a base that receives a rotatable drum rigidly connected to toothed wheels, and configured to engage a holding pawl; tensioning lever rotatably mounted by hinging onto the drum, and provided with a pawl for driving the toothed wheels; an unlocking pawl configured to release the toothed wheels from the respective engagement thereof with the holding pawl and with the driving pawl, rotatably mounted, independently of the rotation of the tensioning lever, by hinging onto the drum. The unlocking lever is rigidly connected to two parallel cams having the same profile, and configured to simultaneously engage, respectively, the holding pawl and the driving pawl, so as to release the rotation of the drum.

Ratchet Strap Tightener

A strap tightener for securing cargo is disclosed. The tightener includes a base frame and a handling frame, which pivotally connect to form a vee structure. The base frame is connected to the handling frame by inserting a pivot into pivot hole thereof. Each of two ends of the pivot is ringed with a protection loop and a ratchet wheel. The protection loop is composed of a flange for being blockedly fixed on the pivot hole and a sleeve for penetrating into the pivot hole. The sleeve can protect the pivot hole to prevent it from being directly pressed by the pivot.

Belt Binder Structure

An improved belt binder structure having a binder body with a flat base and the two sides bended upward to form side panels that constitute a a binder body with a flat base with two sides bended upward to form an enclosure space for enclosing a reel, a ratchet wheel, a handle, a locking plate and a control pulling plate attached to the two side panels of the handle and can move up and down by the connecting points, and whereas the frontal portion of the control pulling plate has locking structure that locks with the positioning slot on the flat base and the bottom of the plate engages with the ratchet wheels.

Bedliner with a collapsible storage container for a bed of a truck

In an embodiment, a bedliner is configured to cover at least a floor of a bed of a truck and receive a collapsible storage container. The collapsible storage container is configured to move into and out of a collapsed position. The collapsible storage container may include a connection device that is configured to connect the collapsible storage container to the bedliner of a bed of a pickup truck. The collapsible storage container includes an enclosed area, which is accessible, when the collapsible storage container is out of the collapsed position.

Tie-Down Strap with Braking System and Method

A lever latch/strap tie system that can include a screw-down lock mechanism that securely holds a brake plate against the strap. Generally, the strap-locking latch of the present invention has a latch frame that receives a strap so that the strap lies flat against at least a portion of the latch frame. A locking lever engages the strap and presses a portion of the strap against the latch frame. A screw-down knob, or other locking knob abuts a braking plate where the braking plate is positioned above the strap. When the screw-down knob is tightened, it securely clamps the strap between the braking plate and the latch frame. The brake plate can contain at least one insert which contacts said strap when the screw-down clamp is tightened. This can be a grommet or other insert. This increases the friction and further prevents slipping. The entire product including the latch and hook can be scalable to different size straps such as 1 inch, 1.5 inches, 2 inches and the like. A slitted hook can allow a pre-sewn strap to be inserted during assembly.

Modular construction supply materials container system and method of providing same

The present invention is a system for transporting and storing construction materials for a job site using a trailer having a plurality of openings, a container having a frame carrying support feet for being received into the trailer openings, a plurality of attachment points carried by the frame on the floor of the interior of the container, a plurality of shelves carried by the interior of the container; and a door carried by the container having a lock.

ANCHOR

An anchor comprises first, second and third flanges. A surface of the first flange facing the second flange defines a plane. A contour of the first flange projected onto the plane extending beyond a contour of the second flange projected onto the plane. A base connecting part includes the third flange and the second flange. An accessory connecting part operatively connected to the base connecting part includes the first flange. The third flange is movable relative to at least one of the first and second flanges between a first position and a second position. In the first position, a contour of the third flange projected onto the plane is contained within the contour of the second flange projected onto the plane. In the second position, the contour of the third flange projected onto the plane extends beyond the contour of the second flange projected onto the plane. 1. An anchor comprising:a first flange;a second flange;a third flange, the second flange being disposed between the first flange and the third flange, a surface of the first flange facing the second flange defining a plane, a contour of the first flange projected onto the plane extending beyond a contour of the second flange projected onto the plane;a base connecting part, the base connecting part including the third flange and the second flange; andan accessory connecting part operatively connected to the base connecting part, the accessory connecting part including the first flange,the third flange being movable relative to at least one of the first and second flanges between a first position and a second position,when in the first position, a contour of the third flange projected onto the plane is contained within the contour of the second flange projected onto the plane, andwhen in the second position, the contour of the third flange projected onto the plane extends beyond the contour of the second flange projected onto the plane.2. The anchor of claim 1 , further comprising at least one connector.3. ...

Winch for cargo-retaining strap

A winch for a cargo restraining strap includes a frame having a base and first and second parallel spaced sidewalls. The first and second sidewalls define respective first and second apertures. A protective wall extends from the base and is spaced from the first sidewall. The first sidewall and the protective wall cooperate to define a clevis structure including a channel. A pawl is movably secured to the frame, with an inner end thereof located in the clevis channel. A spool extends between the first and second sidewalls and is rotatably supported in the first and second apertures of the first and second sidewalls. A ratchet wheel is connected to the spool and is located adjacent the first sidewall. The ratchet wheel is selectively engaged by the pawl. The frame, spool and ratchet wheel can be defined from aluminum alloy. The frame can be extruded as a one-piece construction. The spool and ratchet wheel can be extruded as a one-piece construction.

BUCKLE ASSEMBLY FOR TIE DOWN STRAP

A cam buckle frame includes a first roller aligned transversally across the frame proximate the free end of an operating lever of a web toothed locking cam. The roller directs the web in contact with the operating lever of the locking cam to provide a self-locking feature without requirement for a torsion spring. Other transverse posts and rollers may be included in the web clamp frame and the corresponding hook end of the tie-down to form a secured pulley arrangement to provide a multiplication of applied tension force. One end of the frame side-wall adjacent said first roller may form an integral hook assembly with a structural latch. An option is to have the frame closed out by connecting opposing walls with a section that provides a center port to allow attachment of various style hooks. A pivoting hook-end used to connect to soft hook loops is described. 1. A cam buckle assembly configured as a frame having an elongated bottom surface , a pair of side surfaces along the edges of the bottom surface , a locking cam that has a cantilevered operating lever that is pivotally mounted in the frame , and a flexible strap aligned for capture between the locking cam and the bottom surface , the improvement comprising:a first turning roller mounted for rotation in said frame proximate the free end of said release lever.2. The assembly according to where the dimensions and location of said first turning roller route the strap to a location passing immediately beneath the end of the operating lever.3. The assembly according to where the tension resulting from a force applied to the free end of the strap initiates a closing movement of the operating lever of the locking cam.4. The assembly according to where closing rotation of the operating lever results in engaging teeth of a locking cam to the strap claim 3 , where tension rotates the clamp to be fully closed and locked.5. The assembly according to claim 1 , further comprising a post for a second turning roller at an ...

CHAIN LOAD BINDER

The present invention discloses a chain load binder in the field of mechanics, which addresses the problem existing in conventional load binders for which larger goods could not be reliably bound by ropes such as ribbons. The chain load binder of the present invention comprises a body, a handle, a tooth stop plate, a catch, a chain and a rotation shaft. The body is linked with a first hook. A spring is provided between the tooth stop plate and the body, which tends to press the tooth stop plate against the ratchet wheel. A positioning member is further provided at the body. The two ends of the spring can act against the positioning member and the tooth stop plate respectively. The positioning member is separate from the body, so that both the body and the positioning member can be easily processed. 1123456172166931394249516515814313913114133. A chain load binder , comprising a body () , a handle () , a tooth stop plate () , a catch () , a chain () and a rotation shaft () , in which the body () could be linked with a first hook () , the handle () could be hinged to the body () via the rotation shaft () , the rotation shaft () could be fixedly connected with a ratchet wheel () , said tooth stop plate () could be movably connected with the body () and the tooth stop plate () could be inserted onto the ratchet wheel () , said catch () could be movably connected with the handle () and the catch () could be inserted onto the ratchet wheel () , the central part of said chain () could be located within the body () and wound around the rotation shaft () , both ends of the chain () could extend out of the body () and one of the ends of the chain () could be fixedly connected with a second hook () , characterized in that , a spring () could be provided between the tooth stop plate () and the body () for making the tooth stop plate () tend to be pressed against the ratchet wheel () , a positioning member () could be further provided at the body () , both ends of said spring () ...

Device for Supporting Accessories and having Adjustment Means and Related Assembly

The present invention provides a support device. The support device includes a strap, the active length of which is variable, the strap supporting the accessory against the bearing element. The device includes a rail extending between two ends along the strap, the rail is secured to the wall, and a sliding element which slides along the rail, the sliding element includes a passage into which the strap is to be inserted. The device includes an adjustment device for adjusting the active length of the strap. The strap can be extended, relative to the adjustment device, between a retracted configuration, in which the active length is at a minimum, and an extended configuration, in which the active length is at a maximum. The adjustment device includes an element for returning the strap to the retracted configuration thereof. 115-. (canceled)16. A device for keeping at least one accessory against an inside wall of a motor vehicle comprising:a bearing element; anda strap with a variable active length, the strap being designed to keep the accessory against the bearing element;a rail extending between two rail ends along the strap, the rail being designed to be secured to the wall;at least one sliding element which is to slide along the rail, the sliding element including a passage into which the strap is to be inserted;an adjustment device for adjusting the active length of the strap, the strap being able to be extended, relative to the adjustment device, between a completely retracted configuration, in which the active length is at a minimum, and a completely extended configuration, in which the active length is at a maximum, the adjustment device including an element for returning the strap to the retracted configuration thereof.17. The device according to claim 16 , wherein the adjustment device includes a winder claim 16 , the strap winding around the winder when the strap goes from the extended configuration to the retracted configuration.18. The device according to ...

SYSTEM FOR TRANSPORTING ITEMS ON A VEHICLE

An anchor and an attachment base assembly comprises a base having at least one base aperture, and an anchor selectively operatively connected to the base. The anchor is selectively inserted at least partially into the at least one base aperture and optionally into an aperture of an accessory. The anchor has a base part movable between a locked position where the anchor is secured to the base and an unlocked position where the anchor is free from the base. An accessory part is operatively connected to the base part. The accessory part is adapted to selectively connect at least partially to a brim of the aperture of the accessory for bracing at least partially the accessory to the base when the anchor is in the locked position. The anchor has other features. A vehicle having an anchor and an attachment base assembly is also presented. 1. An anchor and an attachment base assembly comprising:a base having at least one base aperture; and an anchor base connecting part, at least a portion of the anchor base connecting part being movable relative to a remainder of the anchor between a locked position where the anchor is secured to the base and an unlocked position where the anchor is free from the base, the anchor base connecting part being selectively connected at least partially to a brim of the at least one base aperture for bracing at least partially the base; and', 'a first accessory connecting part operatively connected to the anchor base connecting part, the first accessory connecting part being adapted to selectively connect at least partially to a brim of the aperture of the first accessory for bracing at least partially the first accessory to the base when the anchor is in the locked position., 'an anchor selectively operatively connected to the base, the anchor being selectively inserted at least partially into the at least one base aperture and optionally into an aperture of a first accessory, the anchor having2. The assembly of claim 1 , further comprising at ...

Rack For Load Bars

A rack for storing load bars against the side wall of the cargo area of a cargo truck equipped with E-track. The rack includes a generally U-shaped base having a rear side equipped with E-clips for mounting on the side wall, a closed end, a front side having two vertically-spaced horizontal cantilevered retainer arms substantially parallel to the side wall when the rack is mounted, and an open end. Load bars are inserted and removed from the rack in a plane parallel to the side wall the cargo area, in a vertical orientation, and are secured in place with a horizontal adjustable-length strap operable in the space between the front retainer arms to selectively close off the open end of the rack. 1. A rack for storing load bars in the cargo area of a cargo van equipped with E-track or equivalent mounting track means on a side wall of the cargo area , comprising:a generally U-shaped bar-holding base comprising a rear side adapted to be mounted to track slots on the sidewall of the cargo area, a closed end, a front side comprising two vertically-spaced horizontal cantilevered retainer arms, and an open end for inserting and removing vertically-oriented load bars in a vertical plane generally parallel to the retainer arms; and,a flexible, adjustable-length horizontal retainer strap means on the rack, the retainer strap means operable to selectively close off the open end of the rack between the retainer arms at various distances from the closed end in order to secure one or more load bars tightly against the closed end.2. The rack of claim 1 , wherein the retainer strap means is secured at one end adjacent the closed end of the rack.3. The rack of claim 1 , wherein the rear side of the base further comprises two clips for mounting the rack to slots in the track.4. The rack of claim 3 , wherein the rear side of the rack includes an adjustable-length mounting arm extendable horizontally beyond the U-shaped base claim 3 , and at least one of the clips is mounted on the ...

Combination Chain Tensioning Boom and Tensioning Sensor

A system and device that measures the cargo load securing tension upon a tensionable cargo load securing line including but not limited to a woven web, belt, cord, chain having a tension boom and conveys tension information sensed in the tension boom to a remote location is presented. Utilized is an “indirect” form of tension information conveyance, that being radio, light or sound, or a “direct” form of signal conveyance, that being wire or vehicle ground system or vehicle frame. Various remote locations may receive conveyed tension signal. They may include receiver devices located within transportation vehicle power unit cab, visual display on anterior portion of haul unit, transportation operator wrist or clothing mounted device, satellite linked management or office facility, associated convoy vehicle cab or operator, or other. Cab and operator tension display devices may provide an array of tension analysis recording and view and travel assist options. 1. A chain tensioning boom comprising:a chain tensioning boom having a first pivoting joint connected to a chain linkage assembly that connects to a first chain segment that can be tensioned against a second chain segment;said chain tensioning boom further comprising a second pivoting joint connected to a proximal end of a chain tension sensing unit that has a distal end with a tension plunger;said tension plunger having a connection to the second chain segment;said tension plunger having a sliding engagement inside the chain tension sensing unit;a compressible member attached to the tension plunger inside the chain tension sensing unit so as to urge the tension plunger toward the proximal end of the chain tension sensing unit;an electronic sensor means inside the chain tension sensing unit functioning to send an output signal when an electromagnetic initiator on the tension plunger passes a threshold distance from the electronic sensor means;wherein closing the chain tensioning boom creates a desired load ...

Combination Tie Strap Tensioning Assembly with Tension Monitor

A system and device that measures the cargo load securing tension upon a tensionable cargo load securing line including but not limited to a woven web, belt, or cord, with a ratchet tension, and conveys tension information to a remote location is presented. Utilized is an “indirect” form of tension information conveyance, that being radio, light or sound, or a “direct” form of signal conveyance, that being wire or vehicle ground system or vehicle frame. Various remote locations may receive a conveyed tension signal. They may include receiver devices located within transportation vehicle power unit cab, visual display on anterior portion of haul unit, transportation operator wrist or clothing mounted device, satellite linked management or office facility, associated convoy vehicle cab or operator, or other. Cab and operator tension display devices may provide array of tension analysis recording and view and travel assist options. 1. A tie strap tie down assembly having a tie strap tension monitor , said assembly comprising:a housing having a tensioning end opposite a monitoring end;said tensioning end having a ratcheting take up spool for a variable length strap;a ratchet lever means connected to the ratcheting take up spool functioning to reel in the variable length strap to a desired tension over a load;said monitoring end having an inlet roller under which is threaded a tension measuring tie strap;said monitoring end having a tensioning roller over which is threaded the tension measuring tie strap;said tensioning roller having an electronic initiator;a tie off roller to which a proximal end of the tension measuring tie strap is anchored;wherein a distal end of the tension measuring tie strap is anchored to a deck;said monitor end further comprising a battery and an electronic circuit means functioning to detect a movement of the electronic initiator; andwherein after a desired tension is set on the variable length strap by the ratchet lever means, the tensioning ...

Innovative Ratcheting System

An innovative and advantageous ratcheting system having a housing, a corresponding ratcheting member, and a primary ratcheting member. Wherein the members provide dependent interlocking behavior between the corresponding ratcheting member and the primary ratcheting member whereby the dependent interlocking behavior takes place on the adjoining surfaces orthogonal to the axis in which the ratcheting mechanism is rotatably mounted. Such interlocking behavior is dependent upon the direction of relative torque between the corresponding ratcheting member and the primary ratcheting member thereby allowing relative rotary motion in the first predetermined direction while preventing relative rotary motion in the second predetermined rotary direction. Further, the interlocking behavior between the corresponding ratcheting member and primary ratcheting member can be disabled whereby relative rotary motion between the ratcheting members can be achieved in the second predetermined rotary direction.

Latch arrangement for cargo restraint

An improved cargo restraint for installation on a preselected track mounted in or on the surface of a vehicle carrying the cargo and the restraint is mounted on a bracket which abuts the cargo to restrain the movement of the cargo and the restraint is slidingly movable on the track and has a locking position on the track wherein the bracket restrains the cargo and the restraint has no relative movement with respect to the track or the bracket or the vehicle so that there is no rattling of the restraint when in the locked position.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR WINDING UP AND STORING A BELT-LIKE OBJECT, IN PARTICULAR A TIGHTENING STRAP

Device () for winding up and storing a belt-like object, in particular a tightening strap (), comprising a winding core () and a drum () which forms a receiving space () for the wound belt-like object wherein the drum () is provided with a first opening () for passage of the winding core () and wherein the drum () is also provided with a second opening () for passage of the belt-like object and wherein the drum () is also provided with a third opening () for transverse passage of the belt-like object, the third opening () connecting to the first opening () and also to the second opening (). Also method for winding up and storing a belt-like object, in particular a tightening strap (), by means of such a device, comprising of attaching a first outer end () of the belt-like object to the winding core () outside the drum () and subsequently inserting the winding core () into the receiving space () through the first opening () wherein the belt-like object is inserted transversely through the third opening () into the receiving space (), and then winding the belt-like object onto the winding core () wherein the belt-like object is carried longitudinally through the second opening () into the receiving space (). The first outer end of the belt-like object can thus be easily attached to the winding core outside the drum after which the winding core and the outer end of the belt-like object attached thereto can be inserted into the receiving space. The third opening in the drum makes this possible. Such a wind-up system is inexpensive, simple and user-friendly and therefore suitable for both the private market and the professional market. 1123454634646666abccab. A device () for winding up and storing a belt-like object , in particular a tightening strap () , comprising a winding core () and a drum () which forms a receiving space () for the wound belt-like object wherein the drum () is provided with a first opening () for passage of the winding core () and wherein the drum ...

TRACK SYSTEM

A fastener assembly secures loads to a track in a truck bed and is retainable within a track slot of the track. The fastener assembly may include a retainer adapted to fit at least partly within a track slot and a handle operating on the retainer, the handle being moveable between at least an engagement position and a release position. A pressure applicator is positioned between the track and the handle, the pressure applicator having a bottom surface for applying a pressure on a top surface of the track in response to the position of the handle. The pressure applicator includes at least one projection projecting from the bottom surface and adapted to engage a positioning cutout of the track. 1a track having a track slot and opposed upper portions at least partly defining the track slot, the track comprising a series of evenly spaced cutouts in the upper portions; and a main body;', 'a handle being movable relative to the main body; and', 'a retainer adapted to fit at least partly within the track, the retainer being movable relative to the main body between at least an engagement position and a release position by operating the handle;', 'wherein the main body has a bottom surface for applying a pressure on a top surface of the track when the retainer is in the engagement position, wherein the fitting includes at least one projection projecting from the main body and having a portion shaped to mate with at least one cutout to assist in retaining the fitting at a desired location., 'a fitting including'}. An arrangement for securing a load to a vehicle, comprising: The present application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/024,657, filed Feb. 10, 2011, which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 12/144,288, filed Jun. 23, 2008 (now U.S. Pat. No. 7,976,256, which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 11/249,478, filed Oct. 14, 2005 (now U.S. Pat. No. 7,390,154), which is a continuation of application Ser. No. 10/734,678, filed Dec. 15, 2003 ( ...

Load-Strap Tensioning Device

Object of the invention is a load-strap tensioning device (), which includes a body (), at the outer end of which there is a transverse pin to which is fastenable a binding strap () having a suitable fastening means at its end, at the opposite end of the body there is a transverse spindle () and at a distance from it a ratchet pin (), which is at least partially transferrable from an opening () being between the body, between the spindle and the ratchet pin there is a gap into which an end of another binding element, such as a strap, is settable, to the part formed by the spindle () and the ratchet pin () are fastened ratchet wheels ( and ) and to the body () is fastened a catch device (), which is fastened to the body movably in its longitudinal direction, and to the body is fastened a spring () for pressing the catch device against the ratchet wheels ( and ), at the end of the body is rotatably fastened a body part (), which includes a second catch device () being pressable against the ratchet wheels ( and ). According to the invention the ratchet pin () and/or a part attached to it includes an element () or elements () to prevent the ratchet pin from disengaging from the load-strap tensioning device. 112431011171011892568912138911212122. A load-strap tensioning device () , which includes a body () , at the outer end of which there is a transverse pin , to which is fastenable a binding strap () having a suitable fastening means at its end , at the opposite end of the body there is a transverse spindle () and at a distance from it a ratchet pin () , which is at least partially transferrable from an opening () being between the body , between the spindle and the ratchet pin there is a gap into which an end of another binding element , such as a strap , is settable , to the part formed by the spindle () and the ratchet pin () are fastened ratchet wheels ( and ) and to the body () is fastened a catch device () , which is fastened to the body movably in its ...

Multi-Stage Transmission Tensioning Device for Automobile Safety

A multi-stage transmission tensioning device for automobile safety comprises a base group (), a handle group () and a multi-stage transmission group (); the multi-stage transmission group () comprises a transmission shaft () for pivoting both with the base of the base group () and the handle of the handle group (), a main rotating shaft () used for winding a long strap (), and a transmission wheel fixed on the transmission shaft (). A fairly large binding force on the straps ultimately can be achieved from a small force applied to the handle by multiple conversions. Different binding forces in the case of applying the same handle force may be got via the increase or decrease of the transmission stages and the change of the transmission ratio of the transmission at all stages. 112. A multi-stage transmission tensioning device for automobile safety , comprising a base group () having a base and a handle group () having a handle;{'b': 1', '2', '3, 'wherein the base group () and the handle group () are connected through a multi-stage transmission group ();'}{'b': 3', '25', '1', '2', '28', '31', '25, 'the multi-stage transmission group () comprises a transmission shaft () for pivoting both with the base of the base group () and the handle of the handle group (), a main rotating shaft () fixed on the base and used for winding a long strap (), and a transmission wheel fixed on the transmission shaft ();'}{'b': 1', '2, 'the transmission wheel realizes a rotation state required for binding, a non-rotation state required for locking, and a free state required for unlocking under the action of the base group () and the handle group ().'}2232142317141423. The multi-stage transmission tensioning device of claim 1 , wherein the transmission wheel is a ratchet wheel (); and the handle group () comprises an active pawl () mounted on the handle and matched with the ratchet wheel () claim 1 , and an active pawl spring () acting on the active pawl () claim 1 , the active pawl () can ...

E-TRACK CONNECTOR

An improved e-track connector, or lockdown, is presented that can be installed in single locations instead of provided in tracks as in the industry. It also possesses a finished slot that accepts logistics straps buckles. The slot is a complete rectangle with no excess material folded under it and has been deburred and finished smooth. The device also possesses a drain slot along the side of the tang and drain holes in the buckle receiver such that liquid will drain out of the connector when it is mounted horizontally. 1. A connector , the connector comprising an elongated piece of material having opposing tang members and a central raised portion longitudinally positioned between the opposing tang members , whereby the central raised portion having a top portion and two opposing side members and whereby the top portion of the central raised portion includes a central buckle receiver slot of a size to accept a buckle on a logistics strap , and where the two opposing side members extend downward from the central raised portion and terminate in the same plane as the tang members and where the opposing side members are closed to prevent access to the buckle from the sides of the connector when the connector is mounted on a surface and where the slot further includes finished sides.2. The connector of claim 1 , where the connector is made of a single piece of material selected from a list comprised of mild steel claim 1 , steel claim 1 , aluminum claim 1 , brass claim 1 , titanium claim 1 , and magnesium.3. The connector of claim 3 , where each tang possesses a connector hole passing through the tang. This application is a continuation-in-part of and claims priority to U.S. application Ser. No. 12/427,841 filed Apr. 22, 2009, titled IMPROVED E-TRACK CONNECTOR; which is a continuation-in-part of and claims priority to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11/544,212, filed on May 4, 2009, now abandoned, both applications which are incorporated by reference in this application ...

Quick Tightener

The present invention discloses a quick tightener, which addresses the problems existing in the conventional tighteners such as inconvenient operation or failure in use under extreme conditions. The quick tightener includes a support, a handle, a ratchet wheel and a half-moon shaft. The half-moon shaft is composed of a first half-moon shaft and a second half moon shaft. Said first half-moon shaft could be fixedly connected with the ratchet wheel. Said second half-moon shaft could be fixedly connected with the ratchet wheel in the circumferential direction and axially move relative to the ratchet wheel. A clutch device is located between said first half-moon shaft and second half-moon shaft to connect the second half-moon shaft to the first half-moon shaft or disengage the second half-moon shaft from the first half-moon shaft. Such a quick tightener is equipped with the advantages such as preferential reliability and a high practical value. 11432412224322222323223222222bababaabaabab. A quick tightener , comprising a support () , a handle () , a ratchet wheel () and a half-moon shaft () , the handle () could be hinged to the support () via the half-moon shaft () , the ratchet wheel () could be connected with the half-moon shaft () and the handle () could drive the ratchet wheel () to rotate , the half-moon shaft () is composed of a first half-moon shaft () and a second half moon shaft () , in which both the first half-moon shaft () and the second half-moon shaft () could be connected with the ratchet wheel () of the tightener and a spacing could be provided there between to connect the binding belt , characterized in that , said first half-moon shaft () could be fixedly connected with the ratchet wheel () , said second half-moon shaft () could be fixedly connected with the ratchet wheel in the circumferential direction , said second half-moon shaft () could axially move relative to the ratchet wheel () , and a clutch device is located between said first half-moon ...

Tie Down Anchor System and Method

A family of anchor devices that include a back plate mounted behind a mounting surface with a flange mounted in front of the mounting surface and generally a ring or hook carrier member that engages an anchor ring or a hook. In several embodiments the carrier can rotate without axles pins or the like allowing the load to align the device in a direction of maximum convenience and strength. A first embodiment provides a rotating ring in a recessed retaining cup that provides for maximum flexibility. A second embodiment provides a rotating ring in a clip carrier in a raised mounting flange. A third embodiment provides a swivel insert hook carrier that can rotate. A fourth embodiment includes a ring that engages a notch in a raised carrier. Fifth and sixth embodiments provide attachments for one or multiple hooks in a fixed-mounted, non-rotating flange. 1. An anchor device comprising:a backing plate and a bolted mounting flange cooperating to sandwich a mounting surface between said backing plate and said mounting flange, the mounting flange having a raised flat center portion with a hole approximately centered and a plurality of lower flanges, said lower flanges contacting said mounting surface;a swivel mount member having a top flat surface and at least two descending side surfaces terminating in at least two flat feet, the top flat surface of the swivel mount member being mounted to protrude through said hole in the mounting flange, the two flat feet being below the mounting flange, wherein said feet are trapped between the mounting surface and the mounting flange, wherein the swivel mount member is free to rotate under said mounting flange;a first notch in said top flat surface of the swivel mount member for engaging a hook.2. The anchor device of wherein said swivel mount member has a second notch approximately opposite said notch.3. The anchor device of wherein said swivel mount member has a flat bottom.4. An anchor device comprising a bolted top plate and back ...

Latch Device for Securing and/or Guiding at Least One Cargo Item

The present invention relates to a latch device for securing and/or guiding at least one cargo item on a cargo deck, wherein the latch device comprises: 1. Latch device for securing and/or guiding at least one cargo item on a cargo loading deck , in particular of an aircraft , comprising:a sliding guide carriage extending longitudinally;a bearing in which the sliding guide carriage is movably supported in such a way that the sliding guide carriage is pivotable out of a restraining position into an inoperative position;at least one releasing device which is attached to the latch device by way of at least one articulation in such a way that the releasing device can be brought out of a blocking position into a releasing position, wherein in the blocking position the releasing device acts on the sliding guide carriage in such a manner that said carriage is locked in the restraining position, wherein the releasing device has at least one releasing device ramp section which is designed and arranged in such a manner that a cargo item approaching longitudinally pivots the releasing device out of the blocking position into the releasing position.2. Latch device according to claim 1 , including at least two releasing devices which are arranged on either side of the sliding guide carriage claim 1 , in particular along the longitudinal direction.3. Latch device according to claim 1 , wherein the sliding guide carriage has at least one sliding guide carriage ramp section claim 1 , preferably two sliding guide carriage ramp section claim 1 , which is/are arranged and configured in such a manner that a cargo item approaching longitudinally pivots the sliding guide carriage out of the restraining position into the inoperative position claim 1 , wherein the sliding guide carriage ramp sections are preferably arranged on either side of said sliding guide carriage.4. Latch device according to claim 1 , wherein the bearing for guiding the sliding guide carriage out of the restraining ...

Repositionable Trailer Tie-Down Bracket

The present invention pertains to a trailer tie-down bracket that may be removably attached to, and repositioned along, a trailer frame and/or rail without having to permanently alter the trailer frame and/or rails (e.g., by drilling holes therein). The trailer tie-down bracket is preferably comprised of a clamp portion for removable and repositionable attachment to a trailer frame, an eye-bolt attached to said clamp, a fastener for removably attaching said clamp to the frame or rail and a locking nut for locking the same in a desired position. The trailer tie-down bracket enables a user to (i) securely transport a trailer load by offering a secure anchoring point to which tie-downs can be secured and that can be attached to a trailer frame and/or rail without altering the same; and (ii) reposition the trailer tie-down bracket along the frame to suit the user's needs and/or a particular application. 1. A tie-down bracket for attachment to a trailer with a frame and a rail , comprising:a clamp portion;a tie-down portion;a fastener; anda locking nut.2. The tie-down bracket of claim 1 , wherein said clamp portion is generally C-shaped and is further comprised of a channel for receipt of a trailer rail or frame.3. The tie-down bracket of claim 1 , wherein said tie-down portion is an eye-bolt.4. The tie-down bracket of claim 1 , wherein said fastener is a threaded bolt.5. The tie-down bracket of claim 1 , wherein said clamp portion is further comprised of a body claim 1 , a first arm and a second arm.6. The tie-down bracket of claim 5 , wherein said first arm further comprises an opening therein for receipt of said fastener.7. The tie-down bracket of claim 2 , wherein said clamp portion further comprises a body claim 2 , a first arm and a second arm and wherein said fastener extends through an opening in said first arm and into the channel.8. The tie-down bracket of claim 1 , wherein said clamp portion is comprised of galvanized steel.9. A tie-down bracket for attachment ...

Tie Down Strap Hook

A tie-down strap includes a web belt having a first end. A hook is coupled to the web belt at the first end. A first magnet is embedded in the hook. The hook includes a shank portion that terminates in an eye and a bend portion. A bite portion extends from the bend portion. A first magnet is embedded in a selected one of the shank portion and the bite portion. 1. A tie-down strap , comprising:(a) a web belt having a first end;(b) a hook coupled to the web belt at the first end; and(c) a first magnet embedded in the hook.2. The tie-down strap of claim 1 , wherein the first magnet comprises a rare earth magnet.3. The tie-down strap of claim 1 , wherein the hook comprises:(a) a shank portion terminating in an eye through which the web belt is secured to the hook at one end and a bend portion at a second end; and(b) a bite portion extending from the bend portion.4. The tie-down strap of claim 3 , wherein the first magnet is embedded in the bite portion.5. The tie-down strap of claim 4 , further comprising a second magnet that is embedded in the shank portion.6. The tie-down strap of claim 5 , wherein the second magnet comprises a rare earth magnet.7. The tie-down strap of claim 3 , wherein the first magnet is embedded in the shank portion.8. The tie-down strap of claim 3 , wherein the shank portion defines a hole passing therethrough and wherein the first magnet is disposed within the hole.9. The tie-down strap of claim 3 , wherein the bite portion defines a hole passing therethrough and wherein the first magnet is disposed within the hole.10. A hook for use with a tie-down strap claim 3 , comprising:(a) a shank portion terminating in an eye at a first end and a bend portion at a second end;(b) a bite portion extending from the bend portion; and(c) a first magnet embedded in a selected one of the shank portion and the bite portion.11. The hook of claim 10 , wherein the shank portion defines an eye.12. The hook of claim 11 , further comprising a web belt that is secured ...

LOAD SECURING DEVICE

A strap attachment device has a frame with a releasable strap clamp located on each end. When combined with one or two straps the strap attachment device can be used to quickly secure loads in a flexible manner. 1. A strap attachment device comprising a frame having a releasable strap clamp located at each end thereof.2. The strap attachment device of wherein said releasable strap clamps are oriented to receive straps coming from opposite ends of said strap attachment device.3. The strap attachment device of wherein said strap clamps are cam buckles.4. A load securing device comprising:a. a strap attachment device having a releasable strap clamp located at opposed ends thereof;b. a thin elongated strap having a first end and a second end;c. said strap and said releasable strap clamps being configured such that said first end of said strap can be releasably attached to one of said strap clamps and said second end of said strap can be releasably attached to the other of said strap clamps.5. The load securing device of wherein said strap clamps are cam buckles.6. A load securing device comprising:a. a strap attachment device having a releasable strap clamp located at opposite ends thereof;b. a first strap having an end which is configured to be received by and secured to one of said releasable strap clamps; andc. a second strap having an end which is configured to be received by and secured to the other of said releasable strap clamps.7. The load securing device of wherein said strap clamps are cam buckles.8. A load securing device comprising:a. a frame having a first end and an opposed second end;b. a first releasable strap clamp located at said first end of said frame, said first strap clamp being oriented to receive an end of a strap coming from said first end of said frame; andc. a second strap clamp located at said second end of said frame, said second strap clamp being oriented to receive an end of a strap coming from said second end of said frame.9. The load ...

RATCHET STRAP BINDER AND METHOD OF ADJUSTING A STRAP IN LENGTH

The ratchet strap binder includes a main frame and a spool mounted for rotation inside the main frame. In one possible implementation, the spool has an outer surface and includes a first strap-receiving passageway extending inside the spool between opposite first and second openings located on the outer surface of the spool, and a second strap-receiving passageway extending inside the spool from a third opening located on the outer surface of the spool to at least the first passageway. Also disclosed is a method of adjusting a strap in length and a ratchet strap binder including an elongated strap passing inside the at least one strap-receiving passageway, the strap forming a loop to adjust the strap in length. The loop can be pulled using a finger-actuated pull tab attached to the loop or be pulled directly by the user's fingers. 1. A ratchet strap binder including:a main frame; and two spaced-apart portions facing one another;', 'a first strap-receiving passageway located within a space between the two spaced-apart portions, the first passageway extending between opposite first and second openings located on the outer surface of the spool; and', 'a second strap-receiving passageway extending inside one of the spaced-apart portions of the spool from a third opening located on the outer surface of the spool to at least the first passageway., 'a spool mounted for rotation inside the main frame, the spool having an outer surface and including2. The ratchet strap binder as defined in claim 1 , wherein the two spaced-apart portions of the spool form a split-shaft construction.3. The ratchet strap binder as defined in claim 1 , further including:an elongated strap extending uninterruptedly between two opposite ends of the strap.4. The ratchet strap binder as defined in claim 3 , wherein the strap passes twice through the third opening and once through each of the first and the second opening claim 3 , the strap having a strap loop running above the outer surface of the ...

VEHICLE TIE-DOWN DEVICE FOR HAULING A LOAD

Disclosed are tie-down devices and related methods for securing oversized items in a vehicle trunk or rear storage compartment in preparation for transport. The tie-down devices include sections connected by a releasable buckle that allows for separately cinching the strap sections to desired lengths. The tie-down devices incorporate specialized connectors at each end in the form of at least one grip that is curved to attach to the edge of a panel on the vehicle and a latch that attaches to a fixed attachment mechanism at the opposite end. 1. A tie-down device for use with a vehicle carrying a load within a storage compartment , wherein the tie-down device holds a vehicle closure panel in close proximity to the load , the tie-down device comprising:a grip for attaching to an edge of the vehicle closure panel; anda strap connected to said grip, said strap extending over said vehicle closure panel and attaching to said vehicle.2. A tie-down device according to claim 1 , further comprising a latch at an end of said strap opposite said grip.3. A tie-down device according to claim 2 , wherein said latch attaches to the vehicle at a fixed attachment mechanism.4. A tie-down device according to claim 1 , wherein said grip is magnetic.5. A tie-down device according to claim 1 , wherein said vehicle closure panel is selected from the group consisting of a trunk lid claim 1 , a lift gate claim 1 , a back door claim 1 , a hatch back door claim 1 , a tail gate claim 1 , or a side door.6. A tie-down device according to claim 5 , wherein said strap comprises strap sections connected by a releasable buckle.7. A tie-down device according to claim 6 , wherein a first strap section connects to said grip claim 6 , and a second strap section connects to the vehicle.8. A tie-down device according to claim 7 , wherein said second strap section further comprises a latch connected to an end of said strap opposite said grip claim 7 , said latch attaching to the vehicle storage compartment.9. ...

CARGO SECURING DEVICE

A cargo securing device for use in carrying cargo in pickup trucks and the like. The cargo securing device is formed of a flexible panel having straps on opposed sides which extend across the panel to attachment devices such as rings. The flexible panel may include apertures with removable covers to permit the ends of long devices to extend through and to be held from movement sideways. 1. A cargo holder for securing cargo to a vehicle , the cargo holder comprising:an elongated flexible panel having a pair of sides and a pair of ends;a pair of flexible straps extending from each of said pair of ends, each of said pair of straps having an end secured to an attachment member having an aperture whereby the panel extends over the cargo and is secured to the vehicle with the attachment member.2. The cargo holder according to comprising at least one elongated aperture formed in the panel to extend in a transverse direction with respect to the longitudinal axis of the panel.3. The cargo holder device of comprising a cover which extends over at least one elongated aperture of the panel claim 2 , the cover being movable between an open position exposing the aperture and a closed position covering the aperture.4. The cargo holder of comprising a flexible member secured to a first portion of the panel and an adjustment member claim 1 , the flexible member connected to the adjustment member to shorten the distance between the first portion and the second portion of the panel thereby shortening the overall length of the panel.5. The cargo holding device of comprising a pair of flexible web members claim 1 , each of the pair of webs secured to one of the sides of the panel claim 1 , each web member extending beyond the end to form one of the flexible straps.6. A cargo holding device for securing cargo to a vehicle comprising;a pair of straps, each strap having a first end and a second end, each of the first ends attached to a first attachment member, and each of the second ends ...

STRAP END FITTING FOR USE IN VERTICAL MOUNTING SYSTEM FOR MOVABLE BEAMS

A system for supporting webbing is provided. The system includes an elongate track configured to be fixedly mounted upon a wall of a cargo compartment, the track comprising a back surface, a left lip, a right lip, a right recess disposed between the back surface and the right lip, a left recess disposed between the back surface and a left lip, and a central opening disposed between the left and right lips, wherein the track is defined from a continuous material. A strap end fitting is configured to be removably disposed upon the track, the strap end fitting comprising a base, a left finger and a right finger extending from opposite sides of the base, a keeper arm pivotably attached to the base, and a retention structure extending from the base. 1. A system for receiving a webbing strap comprising:an elongate track configured to be fixedly mounted upon a wall of a cargo compartment, the track comprising a back surface, a left lip, a right lip, a right recess disposed between the back surface and the right lip, a left recess disposed between the back surface and a left lip, and a central opening disposed between the left and right lips, wherein the track is defined from a continuous material;a strap end fitting configured to be removably disposed upon the track, the strap end fitting comprising a base, a left finger and a right finger extending from opposite sides of the base, a keeper arm pivotably attached to the base, and a retention structure extending from the base;wherein the strap end fitting is configured to connect with the track with the keeper arm in a withdrawn position, wherein the strap end fitting is configured to approach and engage the track such that one of the left or right fingers initially extends into the left or right recess, and then the other of the left or right finger extends into the other of the left or right recess.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the keeper arm is biased into a downward position where a head of the keeper arm is ...

LARGE HEAVY DUTY RATCHET

The frame of a large heavy duty ratchet supports a spool about an axis of rotation. A handle, pivotable about the axis of rotation, includes protrusions engageable with toothed wheels on opposed sides of the spool to urge incremental rotation of the spool upon repetitive pivotal movement of the handle. A pair of spring-loaded pawls engage the toothed wheels to limit the direction of rotation of the toothed wheels. A cam, formed as part of the handle, disengages the pair of pawls from the toothed wheels upon pivotal movement of the handle to a certain extent to permit rotation of the spool in either direction. 1. A heavy duty ratchet comprising:(a) a pair of frames joined at one end and spaced apart at the other end;(b) a spool rotatably mounted intermediate said pair of frames at the other end;(c) a pair of toothed wheels mounted in spaced apart relationship upon and in locking relationship with said spool;(d) a handle pivotally mounted between said pair of frames, said handle including a pair of protrusions for engaging the teeth of a respective one of said pair of toothed wheels to urge rotation of said spool in one direction upon pivotal movement of said handle in the one direction;(e) a pair of spring-loaded pawls pivotally mounted intermediate said pair of frames for engaging a respective one of said pair of toothed wheels to prevent rotation of said spool in the other direction;(f) said handle including a cam for disengaging said pair of pawls from said pair of toothed wheels upon pivotal movement of said handle to a certain extent in the one direction; and(g) a spring-loaded lever for disengaging said protrusions from said toothed wheels to permit pivotal movement of said handle without corresponding rotation of said spool.2. The heavy duty ratchet as set forth in wherein said spool includes a slot extending therethrough for penetrable engagement with webbing and accommodate winding of the webbing about said spool upon pivotal movement of said handle.3. The ...

Strap Binder Handle Formed by Board Material and Forming Method Thereof

In a strap binder handle formed by a plate material and its forming method, a pull handle between two side plates of a handle is integrally coupled to a connecting portion and a grip, and the two side plates and the grip are bent and formed, and a stop plate is hardened and installed, and two slide portions of the stop plate are disposed into two slide slot respectively, and the connecting portion is bent into an opening formed on a side of the stop plate and towards a side of the grip having the stop portion, and an elastic element is installed between the stop plate and the pull handle.

MOBILITY DEVICE DOCKING SYSTEM

A device for securing a mobility device in a mobility vehicle or on a lifting device that is installed in or on a mobility vehicle or trailer. The securing device comprises a docking assembly, a locking assembly and a guide assembly. The locking assembly includes a receiving member having an interior passageway and a locking pin. The guide assembly includes a support plate attachable to the mobility device and an alignment rod whereby the alignment rod extends out from one side of the mobility device and engages the receiving member. The alignment rod is sized and configured to extend into the interior passageway thereby allowing the locking pin to extend into the interior passageway to secure the alignment rod. 1. A device for securing a mobility device in a desired position within a mobility vehicle having a floor panel , the mobility device having a chair frame with a seat positioned above a base structure on which a person can sit , the device comprising: i. a base plate fixedly attachable to the vehicle floor panel,', 'ii. at least one vertical support structure extending upward from the base plate, and', 'iii. a top plate attachable to the vertical support structure at a position parallel to and at a pre-determined height from the vehicle floor;, 'a. a docking assembly comprising i. a receiving member having an interior passageway and affixed to the outer end section of the top plate, the receiving member having a receiving end section, a main body section and a stop end section defining the desired position for the mobility device;', 'ii. a sensor configured to sense and transmit a signal upon sensing the presence of an object entering the enlarged receiving end and into the interior passageway;', 'iii. a locking pin assembly operatively connected to the sensor to receive the signal and positioned to drive a locking pin through an opening in the receiving member and into the interior passageway; and, 'b. a locking assembly comprising i. a support plate ...

Parachute cord tie down

A first sidewall includes a pair of threaded bosses nesting within corresponding cavities in a second sidewall. Bolts extend through the cavities into threaded engagement with the bosses to secure the sidewalls with one another. One of the bosses supports a knurled or toothed wheel for engagement with a parachute cord. A pivotable pawl having a knurled or toothed surface is pivotably supported on a shaft anchored in the sidewalls and spring biased toward the wheel into engagement with the parachute cord to prevent translation of the parachute cord in one direction. The other boss supports a hook or cord for anchoring the tie down to an anchor.

WEBBING TAKE-UP DEVICE

An extension rib extends from a pressing portion in the take-up direction of an ALR cam and is formed to be able to abut with an ALR pawl. Accordingly, when the ALR cam excessively rotates in the pull-out direction with respect to a set position in a maximal pulled-out state, the ALR pawl abuts the extension rib. Accordingly, it is possible to suppress a state in which the ALR pawl climbs over the pressing portion and engages with a V-gear. Namely, even if a rotation variation of the ALR cam becomes large by setting a speed reduction ratio of speed reduction mechanism to a small value, it is possible to absorb such variation by the extension rib. Thus, it is possible to absorb rotation variation of the ALR cam while improving accuracy of switching timing from the ELR(or ALR) state to the ALR(or ELR) state. 1. A webbing take-up device comprising:a spool that rotates in a take-up direction so as to take up a webbing thereon and rotates in a pull-out direction by the webbing being pulled out therefrom;a lock mechanism that stops rotation of the spool in the pull-out direction by the lock mechanism being operated;an ALR pawl that is movable between a lock position where the ALR pawl and the lock mechanism are engaged so that the lock mechanism is operated, and a release position where engagement of the ALR pawl and the lock mechanism is released;a switching cam that is connected to the spool via a speed reduction mechanism which reduces rotation of the spool, and rotates interlockingly with rotation of the spool; the holding portion being pressed by the switching cam so as to rotate interlockingly with the switching cam, and', 'the holding portion abutting with the ALR pawl so as to hold the ALR pawl at the release position between from a maximal taken-up state where the webbing is maximally taken up on the spool to a state which is near a maximal pulled out state where the webbing is maximally pulled out from the spool;, 'a control disk that is provided so as to be ...

TIE DOWN ASSEMBLY

A tie down assembly adapted to be installed within a structure includes a cup and a crossbar that is fastened removably to the cup by a plurality of fasteners. The cup includes a recess forming an interior surface, and a plurality of seats extending from the interior surface. The crossbar includes a central portion and a plurality of elongated members extending therefrom. Each of the members includes a head that engages a corresponding one of the seats of the cup and is secured to the seat by one of the fasteners. The central portion of the crossbar may include a central aperture that receives one of the fasteners for an additional attachment point to the cup. The crossbar is adapted to receive tie down hooks, connectors, and the like. When the crossbar requires repair or replacement, it may be removed from the cup by unfastening the fasteners without the need to remove the cup from the structure. 1. A tie down assembly , comprising:a cup having a first end, a second end opposite the first end, a recess formed within the first end and defining an interior surface and an inner wall surrounding the interior surface, and a plurality of seats extending from the interior surface, each of the plurality of seats including a bore; anda crossbar having a central portion and a plurality of members extending from the central portion, each of the plurality of members includes a free end having a head and an aperture formed within the head,the crossbar being fastened removably to the cup by a plurality of fasteners such that the crossbar is positioned within the recess of the cup and each of the heads of the plurality of members of the crossbar engages a corresponding one of the plurality of seats of the cup, each of the apertures of the heads of the plurality of members of the crossbar aligns with a corresponding one of the bores of the plurality of seats of the cup, and each of the aligned apertures of the heads of the plurality of members of the crossbar and the bores of the ...

STRAP TENSIONING SYSTEM

A strap tensioning system is provided. The system includes a frame comprising a first side wall that retains a ledge. A core shaft retains a flexible shaft and is rotatable by a drive shaft as urged by a crank handle. The crank handle supports an arm that is pivotable with respect to the crank handle, between a stowed position where the arm is substantially parallel to the crank handle, and a locking position where the arm is substantially perpendicular to the crank handle. The crank handle and arm are configured such that the arm disposed within the ledge when the crank handle is in registry with the ledge and the arm is in the locked position, thereby preventing rotation of the crank handle with respect to the frame. 1. A strap tensioning mechanism comprising:a frame comprising a first side wall that retains a ledge;a core shaft on the frame, configured to receive an end of a strap for restraining cargo;a drive shaft;a gear assembly comprising a worm and a worm gear that are driven by the drive shaft,the drive shaft operable to drive the gear assembly to thereby cause rotation of the core shaft; anda crank handle associated with the drive shaft, the crank handle having a body with a length projecting away from the drive shaft to a free end,the free end of the crank handle pivotably supporting an arm between an operating and a locking position, the arm configured to be in registry with the ledge in the frame when in the locking position to prevent rotation of the crank handle and drive shaft.2. The strap tensioning system of claim 1 , wherein the frame further comprises a second side wall and a bottom wall between the first and second side walls claim 1 , wherein the core shaft is supported by one or both of the first and second side walls and the gear assembly is disposed proximate the second side wall.3. The strap tensioning system of claim 1 , wherein the ledge is disposed proximate a notch defined from an upper surface of the first side wall.4. The strap ...

Keeper for off road vehicle storage tiedown

A keeper ( 10 ) used with a tie down to secure items (I) of cargo in place during transport from one place to another in a vehicle carrier (C). A rod ( 12 ) has a length greater than the height of the carrier and is sized to fit through a channel (H) formed in the carrier. One end ( 14 ) of the rod is threaded for securing the rod to the carrier using fasteners ( 16, 18, 20 ). An eyelet ( 30 ) on the opposite end of the rod protrudes above a surface of the carrier when the rod is installed. The tie down (T) used to secure the items in the carrier is either fitted through or attached to the eyelet for the eyelet to hold the tie down in place regardless of the terrain traversed by the vehicle as it moves the cargo from the one place to the other.

Support strap dispensers and methods

A dispenser for storing and dispensing a rolled support strap, including but not limited to hanger straps (sometimes referred to as “plumber's tape”) such as those sold under the trade name TAB TAPE®, as well as assemblies that include a dispenser and a rolled support strap therein, and associated methods.

Drive Device for Belt Axis of a Winch

The present invention provides a drive device for a belt axis of a winch, to address the problems existing in the conventional drive device for the belt axis of the winch including a short service life and a high cost. The drive device is disposed at the end of the belt axis of the winch. The drive device comprises a stationary seat and a rotary cylinder. The rotary cylinder is provided with a socket for inserting a crowbar. The stationary seat is fixedly connected with the belt axis. The rotary cylinder is axially fixed to the stationary seat. A unidirectional mechanism is provided between the rotary cylinder and the belt axis and operates by means of the engagement of teeth of the ratchet wheel. The belt axis could be brought into continuous one-way rotation by using the unidirectional mechanism while the rotary cylinder is turned back and forth. 1. A drive device for a belt axis of a winch disposed at one end of the belt axis of the winch , comprising a stationary seat and a rotary cylinder , the rotary cylinder being provided with a socket for inserting a crowbar , characterized in that , the stationary seat is fixedly connected with the belt axis of the winch , both the stationary seat and the belt axis are cylindrical , the rotary cylinder is fixed to the stationary seat and has a central axis overlapped with that of the stationary seat , a unidirectional mechanism is provided between the rotary cylinder and the belt axis and operates by means of the engagement of teeth of the ratchet wheel , and the belt axis could be brought into continuous one-way rotation by using the unidirectional mechanism while the rotary cylinder is turned back and forth.2. The drive device for a belt axis of a winch as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that claim 1 , the unidirectional mechanism includes pawls hinged to the stationary seat and a ratchet wheel fixedly connected with the end of the rotary cylinder claim 1 , in which the pawls could be engaged with the ratchet wheel ...

Restraining strap securement system

A restraining strap securement system for a trailer includes a load-restraining strap with a flat hook that connects to the trailer side rail. The trailer side rail extends along the sides of the trailer and comprises a bottom wall with an opening for receiving the flat hook. A keeper slides upon a rail affixed to the bottom wall and the keeper may be positioned to extend beneath the flat hook and prevent the flat from falling from the opening while the strap is being tightened. The keeper may comprise a hook that can he used to secure tarps or ropes over the trailer load.

CARGO HOLD ASSEMBLY FOR A PICKUP TRUCK CARGO BED

Provided is an accessory mounting system for use in a cargo bed of a pickup truck. The accessory mounting system comprises a cargo hold assembly and at least one accessory member for releasable attachment to the cargo hold assembly. The at least one accessory member is configured to confer a cargo holding functionality to the cargo hold assembly. The cargo hold assembly includes a base configured to be mounted to a side-wall portion of the cargo bed. The base includes a plurality of registration bosses, each being configured to receive a corresponding registration cavity provided on the at least one accessory member. The at least one accessory member may be mountable upon the base in more than one orientation. 112-. (canceled)13. An accessory mounting system for use in a cargo bed of a pickup truck , the accessory mounting system comprising:a cargo hold assembly including a base configured to be mounted to a side-wall portion of the cargo bed, the base having a plurality of registration bosses extending outward therefrom;an accessory member having at least two registration cavities each of which is configured for releasable attachment to a corresponding registration boss of the plurality of registration bosses of the cargo hold assembly, the accessory member being configured to confer a cargo holding functionality to the cargo hold assembly, wherein the at least two registration cavities of the accessory member and the corresponding registration bosses of the cargo hold assembly are configured to have corresponding shapes, dimensions, and relative orientations for mating engagement therebetween, and wherein the accessory member is configured to be mountable upon the base in each of a horizontal orientation and a vertical orientation; anda locking mechanism having a lock handle rotatably mounted on each of the plurality of registration bosses, wherein each lock handle is configured to be rotated between a first position for mounting the accessory member onto the ...

Deck Hook for Heavy Cargo

A deck hook having the capability 1) to accept loading force in wide space angles of multiple directions, and 2) to distribute loading forces over increased deck/socket surface areas thereby increasing durability of the deck elements built from non-steel materials. 1. A deck hook for connection to a socket installed in a deck of a transportation vehicle , said socket having a thickness T and including a plurality of slots , each of said slots defining a width W and having a rounded end located proximate the outer circumference of said socket , comprising:a body member having an upper part and a lower part extending at an angle from said upper part, each of said upper and lower parts including a pair of opposing coaxially-located holes;an upper foot having an opening therethrough, said upper part extending through said opening in said upper foot, said upper foot being pivotally connected to said upper part;a lower foot having an opening therethrough, said lower part extending through said opening in said lower foot, said lower foot being pivotally connected to said lower part;said body member defining an axis Z, said axis Z passing through the center of one of said holes in said upper part and through the center of one of said holes in said lower part, said axis Z being oriented perpendicular to the upper surface of said socket; said axis Z defining a distance T+a between a lower surface of said upper foot and an upper surface of said lower foot;and wherein distance T+a is selected to allow installation of said hook within said slot of said socket;and wherein a distance T is defined between a lower surface of said upper foot and an upper surface of said lower foot when said hook is in an installed condition.2. The hook according to claim 1 , further comprising a lashing eyelit extending from said upper part.3. The hook according to claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of shafts for pivotally connecting said upper foot to said upper part and said lower foot to ...

TIE DOWN STRAP SYSTEM FOR VEHICLES

A tie down strap system for securing a vehicle to a platform of a transport medium comprises a first strap member, a second strap member, a connecting means having a first slot and a second slot and an attachment means at the second strap member. A front end of the first strap member is connected to a clamp member of the transport medium using a first securing means. A rear end of the first strap member is passed through the first slot to suspend therefrom and a first end of the second strap member is looped through the second slot and a second securing means and sewn thereon and a second end of the second strap member extends and suspends from the second securing means. When the vehicle is loaded on the platform, the first and second strap members secure the vehicle firmly to the platform of the transport medium. 1. A tie down strap system for securing a vehicle to a platform of at least one transport medium , the tie down strap system comprising: a first strap member having a front end attached to a first securing means and a rear end having a first holding loop;', 'a second strap member having a first end attached to a second securing means and a second end having a second holding loop;', 'a connecting means having a first slot and a second slot connecting the first strap member and the second strap member, the rear end of the first strap member being passed through the first slot to suspend therefrom and the first end of the second strap member being looped through the second slot and the second securing means and sewn thereon and the second end of the second strap member extends and suspends from the second securing means; and', 'an attachment means attached to the first end of the second strap member;, 'at least a pair of tie down strap assemblies for securing the vehicle to the platform, each tie down strap assembly comprisingwhereby when the vehicle is loaded on the platform, the first strap member and the second strap member secure the vehicle firmly to the ...

LOCKING STRAP SYSTEM AND METHOD

A locking strap system including: a locking strap assembly having a retracting and winding device with a main body, a winding shaft rotatably mounted on the main body, the winding shaft able to wind, in series, a length of webbed strapping, the webbed strapping able to be wound and alternately retracted sequentially based upon forces imparted on it wherein the webbed strapping when released is wound around the winding shaft via springs, a ratchet wheel which is rotatably mounted on the winding shaft, a pawl for selective engagement with the ratchet wheel for causing the springs to reduce a torque exerted to the winding shaft and hence reduce a retracting the force exerted to the webbed strapping, and wherein the locking strap system is configured to provide a safe means to secure a rollable object to prevent uncontrolled relative movement; the webbed strapping removably couplable to the rollable object. 1. A locking strap system comprising: [ a main body;', 'a winding shaft rotatably mounted on said main body, said winding shaft able to wind, in series, a length of webbed strapping, said webbed strapping able to be wound and alternately retracted sequentially based upon forces imparted on it wherein said webbed strapping when released is wound around said winding shaft via springs;', 'a ratchet wheel which is rotatably mounted on said winding shaft;, 'a retracting and winding device with'}, 'a pawl for selective engagement with said ratchet wheel for causing said springs to reduce a torque exerted to said winding shaft and hence reduce a retracting said force exerted to said webbed strapping; and, 'a locking strap assembly having'}wherein said locking strap system is configured to provide a safe means to secure a rollable object to prevent uncontrolled relative movement, said webbed strapping removably couplable to said rollable object.2. The locking strap system of claim 1 , wherein said webbed strapping comprises a hook on a terminal end of the webbed strapping.3. ...

SECURITY PANEL FOR BULKHEAD

A bulkhead is provided. The bulkhead includes a panel that extends between first and second primary and secondary edges that are perpendicular to each other. The first primary edge includes a plurality of cutouts, and the second primary edge includes a first plurality of fingers and a second plurality of fingers. Each of the first plurality of fingers includes a first tongue extending from a first side of the second primary edge and away from a primary centerline and also includes a first groove extending from a second side of the second primary edge and toward the primary centerline. Each of the second plurality of fingers includes a second tongue extending from the second side of the second primary edge and away from the primary centerline and also includes a second groove extending from the first side of the second primary edge and toward the primary centerline. 1. A bulkhead , comprising:a first panel with a first side and a second side, the first side and second side fixed together, wherein the first panel extends to parallel first and second primary edges and parallel first and second secondary edges, opposite ends of the first and second primary edges each meet an end of one of the first and second secondary edges, and each of the first and second primary edges is disposed perpendicular to each of the first and second secondary edges;wherein the first primary edge includes a plurality of cutouts;wherein the second primary edge includes a first plurality of fingers and a second plurality of fingers, each of the first plurality of fingers includes a first tongue extending from a first side of the second primary edge and away from a primary centerline that extends in parallel to and centered between the first and second primary edges, each of the first plurality of fingers includes a first groove extending from a second side of the second primary edge and toward the primary centerline, each of the second plurality of fingers includes a second tongue extending ...

RATCHET BUCKLE HAVING A SECOND REEL

A ratchet bucket having a first reel member rotatably connected to a frame having an anchor end and a lever end and also having a pair of arms. A lever is rotatably connected to the frame at a first end of the lever. A second reel member and a thumb knob are rotatably connected to a second end of the lever. 1. A ratchet buckle , comprising:a first reel member ratchetly mounted to a frame having a pair of arms;a lever ratchetly mounted to the frame and having a pair of arms that receive the first reel member at a first end of the lever; anda second reel member rotatably mounted to the pair of arms of the lever at a second end.2. The buckle of wherein the pair of arms of the lever taper outwardly from the first end to the second end.3. The buckle of wherein a crank is rotatably mounted to the lever.4. The buckle of wherein a latching plate is slidably mounted within a slot in an arm of the crank.5. The buckle of wherein the latching plate is urged forward by a spring to engage a ratchet wheel on the second reel member.6. The buckle of wherein the slot has a locking section.7. The ratchet buckle of wherein the frame comprises an anchor end and a lever end.8. A ratchet buckle claim 1 , comprising:a first reel member ratchetly mounted to a frame having a pair of arms;a lever ratchetly mounted to the frame and having a pair of arms that receive the first reel member at a first end of the lever;a second reel member rotatably mounted to the pair of arms of the lever at a second end of the lever; anda thumb knob rotatably mounted to the lever and in communication with a ratchet wheel and a slot having a locking section.8. The ratchet buckle of further comprising a latching plate slidably mounted within a slot in the arm of the lever positioned below the ratchet wheel. This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/721,306 filed May 26, 2015, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 62/112,228 filed Feb. 5, 2015.This ...

Security Sensor

A device and method are disclosed for sensing the tension of a securing member and generating a signal indicative of a loose securing member when the tension of the securing member drops below a threshold level. The device can further include features for detection of tampering with either the device itself or the tensioning members.

TRANSPORT SYSTEM AND TRANSPORTABLE STORAGE CONTAINER FOR A VEHICLE BED

The present disclosure is directed to a cargo moving system for moving storage units from the front of a truck bed to the rear and back again. The disclosed product is made of two components, a rail system, and a customizable storage unit. In a pickup truck embodiment, the rail system sits on top of vertical rails disposed on or in a pickup truck bed that can run from the cab to the tailgate. A storage unit sits on the rails or tracks and is moved by a motorized or manual transport system. 1. A storage box and transport system for a vehicle bed , comprising:a storage box;one or more rails disposed in the bed, wherein the storage box is connected to the one or more rails; anda mechanism for transporting the storage box along the one or more rails.2. The storage box and transport system for a vehicle bed of claim 1 , further comprising:a storage box connector connected on one side to the storage box and on another side to the one or more rails.3. The storage box and transport system for a vehicle bed of claim 1 , wherein the mechanism for transporting the storage box along the one or more rails is manually powered.4. The storage box and transport system for a vehicle bed of claim 3 , wherein the one or more rails and the storage box connector comprise one or more surfaces comprising a polymer-coated surface.5. The storage box and transport system for a vehicle bed of claim 4 , wherein the polymer-coated surface comprises Teflon™.6. The storage box and transport system for a vehicle bed of claim 3 , wherein the storage box connector comprises one or more attached wheels.7. The storage box and transport system for a vehicle bed of claim 2 , further comprising:a locking mechanism for locking the storage box at a position along the one or more rails.8. The storage box and transport system for vehicle bed of claim 7 , further comprising:a gear plate attached to the storage box; anda gear plate attached to a rail;wherein the locking mechanism reversibly moves the gear plate ...

ADJUSTABLE RESTRAINT ASSEMBLIES

Systems and methods are disclosed herein for guide assemblies. A guide assembly may comprise a sliding rail comprising a first channel and a second channel, a first fitting comprising a first retaining rail, wherein the first retaining rail is configured to slide within the first channel, and a second fitting comprising a second retaining rail, wherein the second retaining rail is configured to slide within the second channel. 1. A guide assembly comprising:a sliding rail comprising a first channel and a second channel;a first fitting comprising a first retaining rail, wherein the first retaining rail is configured to slide within the first channel;a second fitting comprising a second retaining rail, wherein the second retaining rail is configured to slide within the second channel.2. The guide assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first retaining rail and the second retaining rail comprise a T shape.3. The guide assembly of claim 2 , wherein the first channel comprises a first retaining tab and a second retaining tab.4. The guide assembly of claim 3 , wherein the first retaining tab and the second retaining tab are configured to mate with the first retaining rail to restrain the sliding rail from moving away from the first fitting.5. The guide assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first retaining rail comprises a depression and wherein a shear kit is disposed in the sliding rail and configured so that the depression receives the shear kit.6. The guide assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first retaining rail has a first position with respect to the first fitting sized to accommodate a first pallet.7. The guide assembly of claim 6 , wherein the first retaining rail has a second position with respect to the first fitting sized to accommodate a second pallet claim 6 , the second pallet having a different width than the first pallet. This application is a divisional application of, and claims priority to, U.S. application Ser. No. 14/509,713, filed Oct. 8, 2014 and titled “ ...

TIE-DOWN/SLING APPARATUSES AND ASSOCIATED METHODS

Embodiments of tie-down apparatuses and associated methods are disclosed herein. An exemplary tie-down/sling apparatus can include a first flat component having a first surface and a second flat component having a first side and a second side opposite the first side. The second flat component can be positioned on the first flat component by fixedly attaching the first side to the first surface. The second side of the second flat component can include a reflective surface configured to visually present a set of information to an operator or others. 19-. (canceled)10. An apparatus , comprising:a first flat component having a first surface, wherein the first surface is conditioned based on a predetermined standard; anda second flat component having a first side and a second side opposite the first side, the second flat component being positioned on the first flat component by fixedly attaching the first side to the first surface;wherein the second side includes a reflective surface configured to visually present a set of information.11. The apparatus of claim 10 , further comprising a locking component coupled to the first flat component.12. The apparatus of claim 10 , wherein the first flat component includes a tie-down component with a first thickness ranging from 1 mm to 5 mm claim 10 , and wherein the second flat component includes an imprint layer with a second thickness ranging from 0.1 mm to 0.5 .mm.13. The apparatus of claim 10 , wherein the first flat component includes at least one of polyester claim 10 , polypropylene claim 10 , cotton claim 10 , and nylon claim 10 , and wherein the second flat component includes at least one of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and polyurethane (PU).14. The apparatus of claim 10 , wherein the set of information includes at least one of an instruction for properly operating the tie-down apparatus claim 10 , a brand name claim 10 , and a marketing material.15. The apparatus of claim 10 , wherein the first side and the first surface ...

SYSTEM FOR SECURING A CAMPER TO A TRUCK BED

A camper mounting assembly includes mounting rails, C-channels, a front bracket, and a rear bracket. The front bracket and rear bracket are attached to the camper, and the mounting rails are attached to the bed of a truck. The C-channels are secured to the mounting rails and facilitate installing and securing the camper to the truck bed. The C-channels can be easily removed to allow access to and use of the truck bed. 1. A camper mounting assembly for mounting a slide-in camper on a truck bed , the camper mounting assembly comprising:at least two mounting rails adapted to be fastened to the truck bed;at least two C-channels adapted to be secured to the at least two mounting rails; andat least one bracket adapted to be secured to a bottom of the slide-in camper, wherein the at least one bracket is adapted to be secured to the at least two C-channels.2. The camper mounting assembly of claim 1 , wherein each of the at least two mounting rails comprise a U-shaped portion with a plurality of flanges extending therefrom claim 1 , wherein the flanges are adapted to be secured to the truck bed.3. The camper mounting assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least two mounting rails are secured to a frame of the truck.4. The camper mounting assembly of claim 2 , wherein the U-shaped portion comprises a base and first and second sides extending therefrom.5. The camper mounting assembly of claim 4 , wherein the base comprises at least two slots for installing the at least two C-channels.6. The camper mounting assembly of claim 5 , wherein each of the two sides comprise a plurality of side holes that align with complementary ones of the slots.7. The camper mounting assembly of claim 6 , wherein each of the at least two C-channels comprise at least two tabs that are attached to the C-channel and sized to fit inside the slots of the at least two mounting rails.8. The camper mounting assembly of claim 7 , wherein each of the at least two tabs comprise a tab hole that aligns with ...

Clasping Mechanism

In some embodiments, apparatuses and methods are provided herein useful to individually secure carts, racks, and the like within delivery vehicles using a universal clasping mechanism. The clasping mechanism is configured to clamp shut on a portion of the carts to thereby restrain the carts during transportation. In some embodiments, locking the clasping mechanism can be achieved by pushing a portion of the mechanism to thereby pivot arms of the mechanism to clamp on a portion of the cart. 1. A lock apparatus for a cart configured to couple to a linear mounting track installed within a delivery vehicle , the apparatus comprising:a coupling mechanism configured to couple to the linear mounting track;a bracket secured to the coupling mechanism;arms pivotably coupled to the bracket and configured to be pivoted between open and closed positions;a closure member configured to be shifted to pivot the arms to the closed position gripping a portion of the cart;a lock member having an arm engagement portion configured to engage and hold the arms in the closed position, the lock member configured to be shifted away from the arms to disengage the arm engagement portion thereof and release the arms to be pivoted to the open position.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the arms include a spring mechanism configured to bias the arms towards the open position.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the arms include deformable gripping surfaces configured to engage the portion of the cart claim 1 , the gripping surfaces having ridges extending thereacross.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the closure member includes a button portion having a distal end disposed laterally between the arms claim 1 , the distal end configured to be engaged by the portion of the cart to shift the closure member.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the arms include inwardly facing curved surfaces; and the closure member includes outwardly projecting lateral portions configured to engage and slide ...

PERSONAL ELECTRIC VEHICLE MOUNT

An apparatus for an amusement park includes a mounting device for use in a transportation vehicle in the amusement park, wherein the mounting device is configured to retain a personal electric vehicle (PEV). The apparatus for the amusement park also includes a base assembly of the mounting device configured to secure the mounting device to a floor of the transportation vehicle. The apparatus for the amusement park further includes an arm of the mounting device including a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion of the arm is pivotally coupled to the base assembly via a hinge assembly and the second portion of the arm is coupled to a retaining assembly of the mounting device configured to retain the PEV, and wherein the first portion and the second portion are coupled to one another at a joint. 1. An apparatus for an amusement park , comprising:a mounting device for use in a transportation vehicle in the amusement park, wherein the mounting device is configured to retain a personal electric vehicle (PEV);a base assembly of the mounting device configured to secure the mounting device to a floor of the transportation vehicle;an arm of the mounting device including a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion of the arm is pivotally coupled to the base assembly via a hinge assembly and the second portion of the arm is coupled to a retaining assembly of the mounting device configured to retain the PEV, and wherein the first portion and the second portion are coupled to one another at a joint.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the base assembly of the mounting device comprises a first bar and a second bar perpendicularly bisecting the first bar claim 1 , wherein each of the first bar and the second bar has a substantially square cross section such that a bottom surface of the base assembly is configured to lay flat on the floor of the transportation vehicle.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the base assembly of the mounting ...

HIGH CAPACITY CARGO AND CONTAINER DOLLY

A high capacity cargo/container dolly. The cargo/container dolly includes retractable side stops that actively retract a roller linkage assembly upon retraction of the retractable side stops rather than relying on passive gravitational forces for the retraction. In some embodiments, the retractable side stops are configured to avoid hold up on the cargo during retraction. The retractable side stops may be coupled to a retraction mechanism that may be actuated from either side of the cargo/container dolly, as well as from one or both ends of the cargo/container dolly. The dolly may include aspects that accommodates dynamic loads that occur during transport to mitigate inadvertent retraction of the retractable side stops or spurious release of catch assemblies that retains cargo on the dolly. The dolly may also include self-locking roller assemblies that release only in the presence of cargo, and deck modules that protect the deck roller from road spray contamination. 1. A high capacity cargo/container dolly , comprising:a framework defining a centerline and including an outer frame having opposed side beam assemblies that extend parallel to said centerline;a retractable side stop disposed proximate one of said opposed side beam assemblies, said retractable side stop including a housing and a plunger assembly translatable in a vertical direction within said housing; andmeans for preventing dynamic loads on the high capacity cargo/container from retracting said retractable side stop.2. The high capacity cargo/container dolly of claim 1 , wherein said means for preventing dynamic loads on the high capacity cargo/container from retracting said retractable side stop includes an actuation linkage defining a rocker axis and having pivotal coupling to the high capacity cargo/container dolly about said rocker axis claim 1 , said actuation linkage including:a first arm that extends in a first lateral direction from said rocker axis, said first arm being coupled to said plunger ...

CONCENTRIC COUNTER-COIL TIE DOWN SYSTEM FOR QUICKLY SECURING OBJECTS

Systems, devices and methods for securing items with respect to a fixed location using an elongate cord-member include a mounting assembly, a first cylindrical coil having a first radius from a central axis, a second cylindrical coil having a second radius from the central axis and oriented coaxially at least partially around the first cylindrical coil, and the first and second cylindrical coils are each coupled to a surface of the mounting assembly. 1. An apparatus for securing items with respect to a fixed location using an elongate cord-member , comprising:a mounting assembly;a first cylindrical coil having a first radius from a central axis; anda second cylindrical coil having a second radius from the central axis and oriented coaxially at least partially around the first cylindrical coil,wherein the first and second cylindrical coils are each coupled to a surface of the mounting assembly.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first cylindrical coil has a first claim 1 , clockwise helix shape and the second cylindrical coil has a second claim 1 , counter-clockwise helix shape.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the first cylindrical coil and second cylindrical coil have a ninety degree offset in orientation.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , further comprising:a central post coupled with the mounting assembly, located centrally and oriented coaxially with respect to the first and second cylindrical coils.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the mounting assembly further comprises: 'the surface coupled to the first and second cylindrical coil and a mounting surface.', 'a first mounting plate, including6. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the mounting assembly further comprises:a clamp, removably coupled with the mounting surface of the first mounting plate such that it can secure the apparatus to a fixed mounting location.7. The apparatus of claim 6 , further comprising:at least one separator member for separating the clamp, the opposing surface of the mounting ...

STRAP SECURING DEVICE

A strap securing device and method for securing a free end of a strap to a metallic surface including an upper jaw, a lower jaw, and a leverage arm is disclosed. One of either the lower jaw or the upper jaw has a jagged contour and a magnetic surface. The upper jaw and the lower jaw are secured together through the leverage arm, which pinches the free end of a strap between the upper and lower jaws. The magnetic surface allows for attachment of the strap securing device to a metallic surface, such as the surface of a truck bed. 1. A strap securing device comprising:a lower jaw;an upper jaw; anda leverage arm coupled to both the upper jaw and the lower jaw, wherein the leverage arm forces the upper jaw against the lower jaw and pinches a strap between the upper jaw and the lower jaw;wherein at least one of the lower jaw and the upper jaw comprises a jagged contour configured for entanglement with the strap,wherein at least one of the lower jaw and the upper jaw further comprises a magnetic surface configured for attachment to a metallic surface, andwherein the upper jaw further comprises two opposing arms sized to allow for insertion into the leverage arm.2. (canceled)3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the two opposing arms are pinched together to allow for removal from the leverage arm.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the upper jaw further comprises a stopper protruding from the metallic surface of the upper jaw and configured to contact the leverage arm when the two opposing arms are placed into the leverage arm.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein each opposing arm comprises at least one prong claim 1 , each prong having a serration pattern with an angled portion and a horizontal portion.6. The device of claim 5 , wherein the leverage arm comprises at least one slot positioned on the leverage arm to allow the at least one prong of each opposing arm to secure inside the slot claim 5 , securing the strap between the upper jaw and the lower jaw.7. The device of claim ...

HAND-DRIVEN RATCHET STRAP ASSIST DEVICE

Apparatus and associated methods relate to a ratchet strap system configured with a ball-shaped handgrip adapted to manipulate a ratchet strap drive shaft. In an illustrative example, the handgrip may include a substantially spherical distal portion coupled to the drive shaft via a substantially cylindrical neck member. The handgrip may, for example, be configured for after-market installation by receiving a shaft extension member of the drive shaft. Some handgrips may include opposing radial apertures for a retention pin to longitudinally fix the handgrip to the shaft extension member. A pliable resilient member disposed at the distal end may prevent decoupling prior to tensioning the strap. In various embodiments, the deployment time of a ratchet strap system may, for example, be reduced by using the handgrip to facilitate initial winding of a load securing strap, and to wind excess strap length for storage in conjunction with an elastic retaining loop. 1. A ratcheted strap control system comprising:a length of webbing having a free proximal end and a hook coupled to a distal end; a first base structure having a first annular ring portion about a hinge axis and with a first radius over a first predetermined range of angles, and a step portion having a second radius greater than the first radius, and a notch at an end of travel angular position and defining a third radius between the first radius and the second radius;', 'a second base structure having a second annular ring portion about the hinge axis and with a cam portion;', 'an axle extending along and configured to rotate about the hinge axis and to couple the first base structure to the second base structure in a hinged relationship between a closed position and an open position, wherein the axle defines an aperture configured to receive and retain the free end of the webbing in a spooling relationship, and wherein the axle is configured to spool in the webbing in response to the axle rotating in an opening ...

Side-by-side all terrain vehicle

A side by side vehicle is disclosed having a vehicle frame having frame tubes extending from a front to a rear. A vehicle seat frame is positioned in a mid portion of the frame, and positions a seat frame at a raised position relative to the frame tubes. A powertrain is positioned rearward of the vehicle seat frame and is coupled to the vehicle frame. Side by side seats are supported by the seat frame; and one or more storage units are positioned under the side by side seats. The side by side vehicle also has a rear suspension comprising at least one rear alignment arm coupled to each side of a rear of the vehicle frame, where the alignment arms are coupled to the vehicle frame at front and rear connection points. A distance between the front connection points is greater than a distance between the rear connection points, and at least a portion of the powertrain is positioned between the front connection points of the alignment arms.

Strap Assembly And Protective Cover For A Hook Of A Strap Assembly

A protective hook cover configured for use in association with a hook member having a base and a leg joined together about a bend region so as to define a retention channel therebetween. The protective hook cover comprises a base region cover portion, a leg region cover portion and a connecting cover portion therebetween. The connecting cover portion including a plurality of nub bumper members extending outwardly from the outer base surface. A combination protective hook cover and hook member is also disclosed, as is the inclusion of a strap member. 1. A protective hook cover configured for use in association with a hook member having a base and a leg joined together about a bend region so as to define a retention channel therebetween , the protective hook cover comprising:a base region cover portion extendable over a base of a hook member, the base region cover portion including an outer portion and an inner portion, a first side portion and a second side portion opposite the first side portion, the outer portion, inner portion, first and second side portions defining an outward opening at an end thereof;a leg region cover portion extendable over a leg of a hook member, the leg region cover portion including an outer portion, an inner portion, a cap portion, a first side portion and a second side portion, the cap portion covering a second end edge of a leg of a hook member, with the outer portion, the inner portion, the cap portion, the first and second side portions defining a cavity for receipt of at least a portion of a leg of a hook member; anda connecting cover portion extending between the base region cover portion and the leg region cover portion, the connecting cover portion including an outer base surface coupling the outer portion of the base region cover portion with the outer portion of the leg region cover portion, a first side surface coupling the first side portion of the base region cover portion with the first side portion of the leg region cover ...

Deployment kit

A kit for covering a load ( 18 ) comprising: a cargo cover ( 10 ); a deployment means comprising a base sheet ( 2 ) for containing the cargo cover ( 10 ) prior to covering the load ( 18 ), the base sheet ( 2 ) comprising releasable securement means ( 4 ) for securing it around the cargo cover ( 10 ); and a plurality of cargo cover deployment straps ( 12, 14 ).

SIDE-BY-SIDE ALL TERRAIN VEHICLE

A side by side vehicle is disclosed having a vehicle frame having frame tubes extending from a front to a rear. A vehicle seat frame is positioned in a mid portion of the frame, and positions a seat frame at a raised position relative to the frame tubes. A powertrain is positioned rearward of the vehicle seat frame and is coupled to the vehicle frame. Side by side seats are supported by the seat frame; and one or more storage units are positioned under the side by side seats. The side by side vehicle also has a rear suspension comprising at least one rear alignment arm coupled to each side of a rear of the vehicle frame, where the alignment arms are coupled to the vehicle frame at front and rear connection points. A distance between the front connection points is greater than a distance between the rear connection points, and at least a portion of the powertrain is positioned between the front connection points of the alignment arms. 1. A side by side vehicle , comprising:a vehicle frame comprising main frame tubes extending generally longitudinally;a vehicle seat frame positioned in a mid portion of the frame, and positioned at a raised position relative to the frame tubes;a powertrain positioned rearward of the vehicle seat frame and coupled to the vehicle frame;side by side seats supported by the seat frame; andone or more storage units positioned under the side by side seats.2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the seats are movable to access the one or more storage units under the side by side seats.3. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the seats are pivotally movable to access the one or more storage units.4. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the driver seat moves forwardly and backwardly relative to the passenger seat and center seat.5. The vehicle of claim 4 , wherein the side by side seats comprise seat backs and seat bottoms claim 4 , and the side by side seats pivot forward about the seat bottoms to expose the storage units.6. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein ...

Shipping strap assembly

A shipping strap assembly for use in securing items during transport. The shipping strap assembly includes a first locking element and a second locking element disposed within a frame. The locking elements may be cam buckles oriented in the same direction. In certain embodiments, the shipping strap assembly further includes a strap extending from one side of the frame to the other and engaging both the first and second locking elements, the strap being adjustable to form a nose between the first and second locking elements. In certain embodiments, the strap further terminates at one or both ends in an attachment element, which may include an E, L, or A-track fitting or a hook, ring, clip, clamp, coupler, shackle, or loop.

DEVICE, SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR LIMITING MOVEMENT OF A CARGO CONTAINER IN A CARGO AREA

An immobilizing device for limiting movement of a cargo container in a cargo area may include a tubular member configured to be inserted into an aperture of a cargo deck. The immobilizing device may further include a stop member extending at least partially across a hollow interior of the tubular member, wherein the stop member is configured such that extension of the tubular member into the aperture is limited by contact between the stop member and the portion of the cargo deck located in the aperture. The immobilizing device may also include an extension associated with the tubular member and configured to engage a lower edge of the cargo container, such that movement of the cargo container is limited upon receipt of the tubular member in the aperture and engagement between the extension and the lower edge of the cargo container. 1. A method for selectively limiting movement of a cargo container on a cargo deck , the method comprising: a tubular member configured to be inserted into the aperture of the cargo deck, the tubular member having a hollow interior configured to receive a portion of the cargo deck located in the aperture; and', 'an extension associated with the tubular member and configured to engage a lower edge of the cargo container, such that the device limits movement of the cargo container upon receipt of the tubular member in the aperture and engagement between the extension and the lower edge of the cargo container,, 'inserting an immobilizing device into an aperture of the cargo deck located adjacent a cargo container, wherein the immobilizing device compriseswherein inserting the immobilizing device into the aperture comprises inserting the tubular member into the aperture such that the extension engages the lower edge of the cargo container.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the immobilizing device is a first immobilizing device claim 1 , and wherein the method further comprises inserting a second immobilizing device into a second aperture of ...

Modular Construction Supply Materials Container System and Method of Providing Same

The present invention is a system for transporting and storing construction materials for a job site using a tractor trailer having a plurality of openings, a container having a frame carrying support feet for being received into the tractor trailer openings, a plurality of attachment points carried by the frame on the floor of the interior of the container, a plurality of shelves carried by the interior of the container; and a door carried by the container having a lock. 1. A system for transporting , storing , and securing construction materials for use at a job site comprising:a set of four containers each having a frame, sides, roof, and door, said containers configured so that four of said containers can be placed on a tractor trailer in a 2×2 arrangement;a plurality of tracks carried by said frames and arranged within the interior of each container and having attachment points attached to said tracks used for securing items to the interior of each container;a plurality of shelves attached to one side of said interior of each container for receiving and carrying materials taken from the group consisting of: plumbing, pipes, conduit, gutters, wiring, moulding, and any combination of these; and,a lock carried by said door for securing said materials within each container to help prevent unauthorized access.2. The system of including a plurality of stems carried by said roof used for lifting each container;3. The system of including:an electromechanical member for locking and unlocking said lock; and,a transceiver in electronic communications with said electromechanical member for sending and receiving information from a remote site so that a lock combination can be reset from said remote location by transmitting a reset lock command to said electromechanical member and unlocking said lock by transmitting an unlock command from said remote location; and,4. The system of including:a GPS receiver for receiving GPS information from orbiting satellites attached to ...

MOBILITY SECUREMENT SYSTEM

A mobility securement system, and method for securing a wheelchair or other mobility device, and its passenger, within a public or private vehicle. In various embodiments, the system includes one or two attachment members, one or two vehicle anchor assemblies and, potentially, at least one fixed or moveable bumper, and may further include a barrier. A tensioning assembly is operably connected to at least one attachment member and vehicle anchor assembly. One or more moveable bumpers may articulate to apply a force against the mobility device, and one attachment member may be hidden behind a stored position of a moveable bumper.

RATCHET STRAP BINDER AND METHOD OF ADJUSTING A STRAP IN LENGTH

The ratchet strap binder includes a main frame and a spool mounted for rotation inside the main frame. In one possible implementation, the spool has an outer surface and includes a first strap-receiving passageway extending inside the spool between opposite first and second openings located on the outer surface of the spool, and a second strap-receiving passageway extending inside the spool from a third opening located on the outer surface of the spool to at least the first passageway. Also disclosed is a method of adjusting a strap in length and a ratchet strap binder including an elongated strap passing inside the at least one strap-receiving passageway, the strap forming a loop to adjust the strap in length. The loop can be pulled using a finger-actuated pull tab attached to the loop or be pulled directly by the user's fingers.

TIE DOWN RATCHET AND STRAP

A tie down ratchet and strap includes, a ratchet shaft rotatably mounted in a ratchet body having a slot for receiving a wind-up strap therethough, a pair of ratchet wheels mounted on the ratchet shaft, a ratchet handle with a pawl engaging the ratchet wheels to rotate the ratchet shaft, a locking bar securing the ratchet wheels and ratchet shaft in position when the pawl is disengaged from the ratchet wheels, an anchor strap with a connector for securing the ratchet assembly to a first anchor point, and a wind-up strap including a non-metallic fabric strap with a braided metal outer cover extending continuously over the length of the non-metallic fabric strap. 1. A tie down ratchet and strap comprising: a ratchet body having first and second ends;', 'a ratchet shaft rotatably mounted in the ratchet body adjacent the first end of the ratchet body, the ratchet shaft having a slot for receiving a wind-up strap therethough;', 'a pair of ratchet wheels mounted on the ratchet shaft adjacent opposing ends of the shaft, the ratchet wheels including a plurality of teeth around the perimeter of the wheel;', 'a ratchet handle with a spring-loaded pawl, the spring loaded pawl engaging the teeth of the ratchet wheels to rotate the ratchet shaft upon movement of the ratchet handle in a first direction;', 'an anchor strap affixed to ratchet body adjacent the second end of the ratchet body, the anchor strap including a connector for connecting the anchor strap to first anchor point for securing the ratchet assembly to a first anchor point; and', 'a wind-up strap, the wind-up strap including a non-metallic fabric strap with a braided metal outer cover extending continuously over the length of the non-metallic fabric strap., 'a ratchet assembly including2. The tie down ratchet and strap of wherein the wind-up strap further comprises a connector utilized to secure the ratchet assembly to a second anchor point.3. The tie down ratchet and strap of wherein the braided metal cover has a ...

PROTECTOR ASSEMBLY FOR FLEXIBLE PIPE COILS AND METHOD OF USING SAME

A system includes a coil contacting base. The coil contacting base includes a radially curved outer surface with a radius of curvature less than or equal to a coil radius of curvature of an interior channel of a coil of spoolable pipe, and the coil contacting base includes a length greater than or equal to an axial dimension of the coil. The system also includes a side wall coupled to an inner surface of the coil contacting base. The side wall is configured to block circumferential movement of a coil restraint. The system also includes a passage disposed between the coil contacting base and the side wall. The coil restraint is configured to be disposed in the passage. 1. A system , comprising:a coil contacting base, wherein the coil contacting base comprises a radially curved outer surface with a radius of curvature less than or equal to a coil radius of curvature of an interior channel of a coil of spoolable pipe, and wherein the coil contacting base comprises a length greater than or equal to an axial dimension of the coil;a side wall coupled to an inner surface of the coil contacting base, wherein the side wall is configured to block circumferential movement of a coil restraint; anda passage disposed between the coil contacting base and the side wall, wherein the coil restraint is configured to be disposed in the passage.2. The system of claim 1 , comprising a second side wall coupled to the coil contacting base claim 1 , wherein the second side wall is configured to block circumferential movement of the coil restraint claim 1 , and the passage is disposed between the coil contacting base and the side walls.3. The system of claim 2 , comprising a second coil contacting base coupled to the side walls claim 2 , wherein the second coil contacting base comprises a radially curved outer surface with a radius of curvature less than or equal to the coil radius of curvature of the interior channel claim 2 , wherein the coil contacting base comprises a length greater than ...

RESTRAINT MONITORING SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE

A vehicle includes a rail-mounted component. The rail-mounted component can be equipped with one or more restraints. A restraint monitoring system monitors the one or more restraints. The restraint monitoring system includes a restraint control module and a rail-mounted component control module. The rail-mounted component control module can include a restraint deployment loop and a restraint diagnostic loop for relaying restraint deployment signals and restraint diagnostic signals, respectively, between the restraint control module and the rail-mounted component control module. 1. A vehicle , comprising:a rail-mounted component having one or more restraints; and a restraint control module; and', 'a rail-mounted component control module, wherein the rail-mounted component control module comprises a restraint deployment loop and a restraint diagnostic loop., 'a restraint monitoring system, the restraint monitoring system comprising2. The vehicle of claim 1 , wherein the restraint monitoring system further comprises:a vehicle interface module.3. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the vehicle interface module comprises:a vehicle interface module microcontroller.4. The vehicle of claim 3 , wherein the vehicle interface module microcontroller communicates data signals between the rail-mounted component and the vehicle.5. The vehicle of claim 4 , wherein the data signals communicated between the rail-mounted component and the vehicle are at least one of rail-mounted component position within the vehicle claim 4 , inventory of monitored components provided on the rail-mounted component claim 4 , and status of the monitored components provided on the rail-mounted component.6. The vehicle of claim 2 , wherein the vehicle interface module comprises a regulator module.7. The vehicle of claim 6 , wherein the regulator module is coupled to a vehicle-mounted power supply and a rail assembly of the vehicle.8. The vehicle of claim 7 , wherein the regulator module limits at least one ...

Fixing device for fixing a swap body in or on a pick-up area of a vehicle as well as a vehicle with this type of fixing device

A fixing device for fixing a swap body in or on the pick-up area of a vehicle. At least one support structure is positioned in the pick-up area, with at least one pick-up floor positioned in the pick-up area, with at least one rail-style guide element spaced from the pick-up floor which is fixed to the support structure or the swap body and which demonstrates a guide surface. At least one support element is positioned on a swap body or on the support structure which is positioned between the guide element and pick-up floor when transferring the swap body into the pick-up area or out of the pick-up area. At least the guide surface of at least one guide element demonstrates an incline in relation to the pick-up floor.

RATCHET TIE DOWN

Provided is a ratchet tie down including a main body portion, a reel assembly rotatable relative to the main body portion, a first sprocket surrounding the reel assembly, a second sprocket surrounding the reel assembly, at least one first noise reduction disk, at least one second noise reduction disk, and a release pawl biased in a locked position to land on the noise reduction disks to dampen the sound as the release pawl engages teeth of the sprockets. 1. A ratchet tie down comprising:a main body portion having a base and first and second sides extending from the base;a reel assembly rotatable relative to the main body portion;a handle assembly rotatable relative to the main body portion, the handle assembly including first and second rail arms spaced from one another and a handle attached to the first and second rail arms;a first sprocket through which the reel assembly extends, the first sprocket disposed between the first side of the main body portion and the first rail arm and including a plurality of teeth;a second sprocket through which the reel assembly extends, the second sprocket disposed between the second side of the main body portion and the second rail arm and including a plurality of teeth;at least one first noise reduction disk through which the reel assembly extends, the at least one first noise reduction disk being adjacent to the first sprocket;at least one second noise reduction disk through which the reel assembly extends, the at least one second noise reduction disk being adjacent to the second sprocket; anda release pawl movable from a locked position to an unlocked position, the release pawl being biased in the locked position to land on the noise reduction disks and engage the teeth of the first and second sprockets.2. The ratchet tie down according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one first and second noise reduction disks are made of a compressible material to be compressed by the release pawl.3. The ratchet tie down according to claim 1 ...

TOOL FOR REPLACING A STRAP OF A TIE-DOWN APPARATUS

A tie-down apparatus includes a frame, a reel, a coils spring and a strap-replacing tool. The reel is supported on the frame. The coil spring includes an end connected to the frame and another end connected to the reel. The strap-replacing tool for gear includes a gear and a pawl. The gear is connected to the reel at an end and formed with teeth on a periphery. The is pawl engaged with the teeth of the gear so that the pawl prevents the gear from rotation in a first sense of direction and that the pawl allows the gear to spin in a second sense of direction opposite to the first sense of direction. The pawl keeps the gear in position against torque provided from the coil spring via the reel that tends to rotate the gear in the first sense of direction. 1. A tie-down apparatus comprising:a frame;a reel supported on the frame;a coil spring comprising an end connected to the frame and another end connected to the reel; and a gear connected to the reel at an end and formed with teeth on a periphery; and', 'a pawl comprising an end connected to the frame and another end engaged with the teeth of the gear so that the pawl prevents the gear from rotation in a first sense of direction but allows the gear to spin in a second sense of direction opposite to the first sense of direction, wherein the pawl keeps the gear in position against torque provided from the coil spring via the reel that tends to rotate the gear in the first sense of direction., 'a strap-replacing tool comprising2. The tie-down apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the reel is formed with a recess in an end claim 1 , and the gear comprises claim 1 , at the end claim 1 , an inert inserted in the recess of the reel to prevent the gear from rotation relative to the reel.3. The tie-down apparatus according to claim 2 , comprising:a shell comprising a small chamber and an opening in communication with the small chamber; anda cover comprising an opening corresponding to the opening, wherein the cover is ...

Trailer-Train Trailer with Carrying Frame for a Material Transport Cart

A trailer-train trailer having a carrying frame for accommodating at least one material transport cart carried along in a trailer train, the carrying frame including a centrally arranged chassis having an axle, two wheels laterally supported on said axle, and an arrangement, for accommodating the material transport cart, is provided in front of and behind the chassis in a direction of travel. The arrangement for accommodating the material transport cart includes ascending and descending ramps for supporting the swiveling and/or fixed rollers of the trolley at least one material transport cart. A height-adjustable arrangement for locking the material transport cart may be arranged at the two lateral ends of the housing transversely to the direction of travel. 1. A trailer-train trailer with a carrying frame to hold at least one material transport cart carried in a trailer train with steering and/or fixed rollers , the carrying frame comprising a centrally located chassis with an axle , two wheels mounted laterally on the axle , and , in a direction of travel forward and aft of the chassis , an arrangement for accommodating the at least one material transport cart , the arrangement including ascending and descending ramps to support the steering and/or fixed rollers of the at least one material transport cart.2. The trailer-train trailer according to claim 1 , wherein the two ramps have a cross-sectional profile in a shape of a segmented arch in a plane parallel to the axle.3. The trailer-train trailer according to claim 2 , wherein the segmented arched ramps each protrude from respective vertical side walls claim 2 , parallel to the axle claim 2 , of a housing that is open on a bottom and covers the chassis and has a roof connecting the two vertical sidewalls claim 2 , wherein there is a lifting device positioned between the roof and the axle of the chassis to adjust the height of the carrying frame.4. The trailer-train trailer according to claim 3 , wherein claim 3 ...

ARRANGEMENT OF A LOADING AREA INSIDE A MOTOR VEHICLE

An arrangement of a loading area inside a motor vehicle includes a raised floor extending above a sheet-metal floor of the vehicle and at least one lashing device. The lashing device includes at least one attachment element to the raised floor. The attachment element is placed on the raised floor and includes a permanent magnet to occupy a first position in which the attachment element is attached to the raised floor by magnetization and a second position in which the attachment element is separated from the raised floor. 111-. (canceled)12. An arrangement of a loading area inside a motor vehicle , comprising:a raised floor extending above a sheet-metal floor of the vehicle; andat least one lashing means comprising at least one attachment element to the raised floor, the attachment element being configured to be placed on the raised floor and comprising a permanent magnet configured to occupy a first position in which the attachment element is attached to the raised floor by magnetization and a second position in which the attachment element is separated from the raised floor.13. The arrangement of the loading area as claimed in claim 12 , wherein the attachment element includes:a casing containing the magnet and having a horizontal upper wall extended by a substantially vertical lateral peripheral wall designed to be placed on the raised floor, anda lever mounted rotatably between a high position and a low position and having a free extremity forming a gripping zone and an opposite extremity linked to a first transverse shaft carried by the peripheral wall of the casing,the permanent magnet having a first edge linked to the extremity of the lever by a second transverse shaft and a second edge that is opposite the first edge and linked to the peripheral wall of the casing by a third transverse shaft such that, when the free extremity of the lever is turned upwards, a tractive force is applied to the second transverse shaft, which moves the magnet from the attached ...

Load Bearing Rail and Tie-Down Ring Assembly

A cargo restraint system having a load bearing perimeter rail and a tie-down ring assembly. The load bearing perimeter rail further comprised of a plurality of protruding bosses with a hole within each boss. Further, a tie-down ring assembly comprised of a tie-down ring and a pin wherein the tie-down ring is inserted through the hole in the plurality of protruding bosses of the load bearing perimeter rail. 1. A cargo restraint system comprising:a load bearing perimeter rail; anda tie-down ring assembly.2. The cargo restraint system of wherein the load bearing perimeter rail of the cargo restraint system is further comprised of a plurality of protruding bosses.3. The cargo restraint system of wherein the bosses receive the tie-down ring assembly.4. The cargo restraint system of wherein tie-down ring assembly is further comprised of a tie-down ring and a pin wherein the tie down ring is inserted through a hole in each of the plurality of protruding bosses of the load bearing perimeter rail.5. The cargo restraint system of wherein the pin rotates freely within the hole in each of the plurality of protruding bosses.6. The cargo restraint system of wherein the tie-down ring from a load bearing perimeter rail is removable in the case of damage or repair.7. The cargo restraint system of wherein the bosses are integral to the load bearing perimeter rail for producing a superior load path for transferring forces from the tie-down ring claim 2 , into the pin claim 2 , and ultimately into the load bearing perimeter rail via the protruding bosses.8. The cargo restraint system of wherein the pin rotates 360° within the hole of each of the plurality of protruding bosses.9. The cargo restraint system of wherein the ring rotates at least 225° within the hole of each of the plurality of protruding bosses.10. The cargo restraint system of wherein the load bearing perimeter rail and the plurality of protruding bosses are manufactured as independent components.11. The cargo restraint ...

Tie Down Apparatus and Method for Vehicle Tailgate

A tie down assembly is removably mounted on the tailgate of a pickup truck when the tailgate is in a generally horizontally oriented deployed position. The tie down assembly includes an elongate anchor member extending from one end of the tailgate to the other end of the tailgate. First and second bracket assemblies are each mounted on a different one of the first and second ends of the elongate anchor member. Each of the bracket assemblies is shaped and dimensioned to engage detachably one of the tailgate latches such that the tailgate handle can be operated to release the first and second bracket assemblies from the tailgate latches. 1a plurality of axles,four ground engaging tires mounted on said axles,a body,a suspension operatively associated with said axles and said body, a floor,', 'a pair of spaced apart side walls upwardly extending from said floor and each having a distal end,', 'a tailgate pivotally mounted on said bed and including a pair of spaced apart ends,', 'a pair of latches each mounted on a different end of said tailgate and shaped and dimensioned to engage detachable a different one of said distal ends of said side walls,', 'a handle mounted on said tailgate to disengage said latches from said distal ends of said side wall,, 'said body including a bed comprising'} a first generally vertically oriented stowed position with said latches engaging said distal ends of said side walls, and', 'a second generally horizontally oriented deployed position with said latches disengaged from said distal ends of said side walls,, 'said tailgate movable between at least two operative positions,'}the improvements comprising a tie down assembly removably mounted on said tailgate when said tailgate is in said second generally horizontally oriented deployed position, said tie down assembly including(a) an elongate anchor member extending from one end of said tailgate to the other end of said tailgate, said anchor member including a first end and a second end spaced ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR WINDING STRAPS

An apparatus for winding straps comprises a motor having a shaft extending therefrom to a distal end, the shaft being rotatable thereby along a shaft axis and having a slot extending longitudinally therealong from the distal end. The apparatus further comprises a spool guide located proximate to the distal end of the shaft adapted to retain a strap on the shaft and a strap guide extending parallel to and spaced apart from the shaft axis. 1. An apparatus for winding straps comprising:a motor having a shaft extending therefrom to a distal end, said shaft being rotatable thereby along a shaft axis and having a slot extending longitudinally therealong from said distal end;a spool guide located proximate to said distal end of said shaft adapted to retain a strap on said shaft; anda strap guide extending parallel to and spaced apart from said shaft axis.2. The apparatus of wherein said strap guide is located at the end of a strap guide arm extending perpendicular to said shaft axis.3. The apparatus of wherein said strap guide arm is rotatable about said shaft axis between a first position substantially horizontally extending from said shaft and a second position past vertically above said shaft.4. The apparatus of further comprising a limit stop switch adapted to stop said motor when said strap guide arm is at said second position.5. The apparatus of wherein said strap guide arm is rotatably secured to a location proximate to said motor.6. The apparatus of wherein said strap guide arm is radially lengthenable.7. The apparatus of wherein said strap guide includes a slot extending parallel to said shaft axis.8. The apparatus of wherein said slot is formed between front and rear members.9. The apparatus of wherein said rear member includes an extended tapered edge extending downwardly therefrom.10. The apparatus of wherein said rear member includes a roller on the rear surface thereof.11. The apparatus of wherein said spool guide comprises spool guide arm rotatable about an ...

Strap Assembly for Securing a Wheel of a Vehicle to a Bed of a Transport

A strap assembly can hold a tire of a vehicle to a bed of a transport. A securing segment of the strap assembly goes around a tire being held. A first support arm of the securing segment is placed over an outer face of the tire. A second support arm of the securing segment is placed over the inner face of the tire. A tread arm that is parallel to the first and second support arms (when the securing segment is in an unfolded potion) can lie against the tread of the tire. Four arms (two from each support arm) are gathered and then connected by a strap to the bed of the vehicle. A tensioner can be included in the strap to secure the tire to the bed. Four strap assemblies can be attached, one to each tire, respectively, to secure a vehicle to the bed of the transport. 1. A strap assembly for holding a tire of a vehicle being transported , comprising: a first support arm for placing over an outer face of the tire, said first support arm having a first end and a second end;', 'a second support arm for placing over an inner face of the tire, said second support arm having a first end and a second end;', 'a first outer segment being connected to said first end of said first support arm;', 'a second outer segment being connected to said second end of said second support arm;', 'a third outer segment being connected to said first end of said second support arm;', 'a fourth outer segment being connected to said second end of said second support arm;', 'a first inner segment being connected to said first end of said first support arm;', 'a second inner segment being connected to said second end of said first support arm;', 'a third inner segment being connected to said first end of said second support arm, said third inner segment being further connected to said first inner segment;', 'a fourth inner segment being connected to said second end of said second support arm, said fourth inner segment being further connected to said second inner segment;', 'a first fastener being ...

TRANSPORT VEHICLE

An autonomous traveling unit is provided with a pair of toggle mechanisms. The toggle mechanisms respectively have displaceable bodies provided with cam followers. A workpiece loading unit is provided with a member in an X shape to be clamped. The cam followers are respectively advanced to a pair of opposing corners (a first crossing portion and a second crossing portion) of the member to be clamped. When advancing to the pair of opposing corners, the cam followers are respectively brought into abutment on the member to be clamped, whereby the workpiece loading unit is restrained on the autonomous traveling unit. 1. A transport vehicle having an autonomous traveling unit and a workpiece loading unit detachably supported over the autonomous traveling unit , the transport vehicle comprising:at least one pair of toggle mechanisms provided on the autonomous traveling unit and including displaceable bodies that are synchronously displaceable;cam followers provided on the displaceable bodies; anda member to be clamped on the workpiece loading unit and configured to allow the cam followers to advance to the member to be clamped;wherein:the member to be clamped is formed in an X-shape having two pairs of opposing corners;the cam followers respectively advance to one pair of opposing corners to abut on the member to be clamped at opposing positions over the clamped member, so that the workpiece loading unit is restrained on the autonomous traveling unit; andthe cam followers are respectively retracted from the one pair of opposing corners, so that the workpiece loading unit is released from restraint on the autonomous traveling unit.2. The transport vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein:the displaceable bodies each have three cam followers; andthe three cam followers are arranged at vertices of a triangle with one of the cam followers advanced to the opposing corner.3. The transport vehicle according to claim 2 , wherein:when the one of the cam followers advanced to the ...

Ratchet clamp block and method of use

The disclosure of the present invention relates to a clamp block or more specifically to a clamp block having an integrated ratcheting retainer strap mechanism. The ratchet clamp block configured to secure longer stock items and is particularly configured to secure items having a long irregular or cylindrical cross-section.

LOAD BINDER AND METHOD OF USE

A ratchet type load binder and method is provided in which the load binder may be rapidly tightened or loosened by a motor and also manually tightened or loosened. The load binder may include different types of end linkages and may be used as a jack or lift for jacking a vehicle or lifting another type of load, or may be used as a spreading device for pushing two loads or objects away from one another. 1. A load binder comprising:a load binder rod having a load binder rod first end and a load binder rod second end with left hand threads adjacent the load binder rod first end and right hand threads adjacent the load binder rod second end;a first gear which is secured to the rod so that the rod and first gear are rotatable together about a first axis;a lever having a mounted position in which the lever is mounted on and extends outwardly from the rod away from the first axis so that the lever is configured to facilitate rotation of the rod and first gear about the first axis; anda second gear having a meshed position in which the second gear meshes with the first gear so that rotation of the second gear about a second axis causes rotation of the first gear and rod about the first axis.2. The load binder of further comprising an axle on which the second gear is mounted.3. The load binder of further comprising a bearing or bushing mounted on the axle.4. The load binder of further comprising an end portion of the axle which is accessible to allow the end portion to be driven by a rotational output of a motor.5. The load binder of wherein the end portion has at least one torque drive surface which is not a circular surface concentric about the second axis and is not a flat surface which is substantially perpendicular to the second axis.6. The load binder of further comprising a pawl which is engageable with one of the first and second gears in a ratcheting fashion; a first end linkage having a first threaded portion which threadedly engages the left hand threads; and a ...

LASHING HOOK, LASHING DEVICE, AND LASHING METHOD

The lashing hook includes a hook portion hooked to a fixing member of a lashing target, and a body portion. The body portion includes a connecting portion for connecting a belt for transmitting tension. The hook portion includes a base portion, a curved portion, and a tip portion. The curved portion has an opening between the base portion and the tip portion while having a space for accommodating the fixing member inside the opening. When the direction in which the body portion and the vicinity of the base portion have their thickness is the Z direction, the curved portion has a bend in the Z direction so as not to overlap the Z directional position of the tip portion and the Z directional position of the base portion. 1. A lashing hook comprising a hook portion hooked to a fixing member of a lashing target and a body portion integrated with said hook portion , whereinsaid body portion comprises a connecting portion for connecting a belt equivalent for transmitting tension, andsaid hook portion comprises:a base portion connected to said body portion; anda curved portion existing between said base portion and a tip portion, whereinsaid curved portion has an outer shape having an opening between said base portion and said tip portion and having a space for accommodating said fixing member inside said opening, and whereinwhen a direction in which said body portion and the vicinity of said base portion have a thickness is a Z direction, said curved portion has a bend in a Z direction so as not to overlap the Z directional position of said tip portion and the Z directional position of said base portion.2. The lashing hook according to claim 1 , wherein said connecting portion and said hook portion have a positional relationship in which an extension of a center line of said belt equivalent connected to the connecting portion intersects with the curved portion.3. The lashing hook according to claim 1 , wherein said bend is a twist in the Z direction formed in said curved ...

EDGE PROTECTORS FOR LOAD SECUREMENT

Edge protectors to protect cargo from damage caused by a cable. The edge protectors include a body, a first retainer, and a first ramp. The body is complementarily configured with an edge of the cargo and is configured to cover the edge when the cable secures the cargo. The first retainer is mounted to the body and is configured to receive and laterally retain the cable when the cable secures the cargo. The first ramp is mounted to the body proximate the first retainer. The first ramp is configured to guide the cable into the first retainer and is configured to cooperate with the first retainer to laterally retain the cable in the first retainer when the cable secures the cargo. In some examples, the edge protector includes a second retainer, a second ramp, and/or a bolster. 1. An edge protector for protecting an edge of cargo from damage caused by a cable exerting force on the edge when securing the cargo , the edge protector comprising:a body complementarily configured with the edge of the cargo and configured to cover the edge when the cable secures the cargo;a first retainer mounted to the body and configured to receive and laterally retain the cable when the cable secures the cargo; anda first ramp mounted to the body proximate the first retainer, the first ramp configured to guide the cable into the first retainer and configured to cooperate with the first retainer to laterally retain the cable in the first retainer when the cable secures the cargo.2. The edge protector of claim 1 , further comprising a second retainer mounted to the body and configured to receive and laterally retain the cable when the cable secures the cargo.3. The edge protector of claim 2 , wherein the second retainer is longitudinally aligned with the first retainer such that the cable extends longitudinally through both the first retainer and the second retainer when the cable secures the cargo.4. The edge protector of claim 3 , wherein the second retainer is longitudinally spaced from ...

Trailer Tie-Down Strap Retrieval Spool

A cargo strap retrieval device is provided having a rotatable spool supported by a frame structure that is adapted to be secured within the side rail of a cargo trailer. The frame comprises a first upstanding member for supporting the rotatable spool, a perpendicular shelf member extending from the upstanding member lower edge and below the spool, and a step-down side rail connector member at the end of the shelf member that secures within the open cavity of a trailer side rail to support the entire assembly while in use. The spool comprises a pair of tongs along the first side of the upstanding member for supporting a cargo strap as it winds therearound, while a backside drive member provides a user with a means of input for the spool, whereby a hand crank, ratchet, or electric drill may be utilized to drive the spool as it collects the cargo strap therearound. 1) A strap collection device , comprising:an L-shaped frame having an upstanding member and a shelf member;a trailer side rail connector connected to said shelf member;said trailer side rail connector comprising a vertical member and a horizontal member forming an L-shaped connector;a spool rotatably connected to said frame along upstanding member and above said shelf member;a drive member connected to said spool and extending from said upstanding member opposite of said spool.2) The device of claim 1 , wherein said spool comprises a first and second tong separated by a gap.3) The device of claim 1 , wherein said spool rotatable connection further comprises a bearing housing support. This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/715,871 filed on Oct. 19, 2012, entitled “Strap Mate.” The above identified patent application is herein incorporated by reference in its entirety to provide continuity of disclosure.1. Field of the InventionThe present invention relates to tie down straps and spool devices. More specifically, the present invention pertains to a new and novel tied down ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF SECURING TRANSPORT CONTAINERS TO ATTACHMENT POINTS

Securing systems and methods of securing a transport container to an attachment point. In one embodiment, the securing system includes an actuator, an attachment structure, and an electronic controller. The attachment structure is dimensioned to complement the actuator. The electronic controller is operably coupled to the actuator for attaching and releasing the actuator to the attachment structure. 1. A transport container comprising:a body;a first securing mechanism coupled to the body, the first securing mechanism configured to couple the body to a second securing mechanism of an attachment point; and receive a request for coupling; and', 'responsive to receiving the request for coupling, initiate coupling between the first securing mechanism and the second securing mechanism, wherein the coupling comprises locking a first clamp of the first securing mechanism to a first attachment structure of the second securing mechanism and locking a second clamp of the second securing mechanism to a second attachment structure of the first securing mechanism., 'a controller configured to2. The transport container of claim 1 , further comprising an actuator configured to manipulate the first securing mechanism responsive to the controller initiating coupling between the first securing mechanism and the second securing mechanism.3. The transport container of claim 2 , wherein the actuator is configured to lock the second clamp to the second attachment structure.4. The transport container of claim 2 , wherein the first securing mechanism comprises a threaded fastener claim 2 , and wherein the actuator is configured to rotate the threaded fastener into a threaded sleeve of the attachment point.5. The transport container of claim 2 , wherein the first securing mechanism comprises a piston claim 2 , and wherein the actuator is configured to insert the piston into a recess defined in the attachment point.6. The transport container of claim 2 , wherein the first securing mechanism ...

Cargo strap tensioning and monitoring system

A cargo strap monitoring system for real-time detection and reporting of cargo strap failure is provided. The cargo strap monitoring system may be a detector in the form of a cylinder that fits a winch slot. The cylinder provides a housing for circuitry operably linked to a pressure sensor. During normal operation a cargo strap is wrapped around and deployed from the spindle. The pressure sensor detects unsafe tension in the cargo strap. The circuitry includes a transceiver and a processor. Upon detection of an unsafe tension condition the transceiver transmits a warning to a remote monitor which may be located in a driver's truck cab. The remote monitor can be a mobile terminal such as a smart phone. The spindle with a slot and circuitry including the pressure sensor can be sold as a kit suitable for retrofitting to cargo strap winches. 1. A tension monitoring system for a set of one of more cargo straps on a transportation vehicle , including:a base, said base, including a power source, a computation device, a display and a control screen, said base configured such that it receives signals;a tension monitoring cylinder; said tension monitoring cylinder including a power source, a computational device, a broadcaster, and a tension monitoring strip;wherein said tension monitoring strip includes circuitry for detecting tension on a cargo strap while in use;wherein said monitoring strip provides data to said computational device; and said computational device sends said data to said base using a wireless protocol; andwherein said base indicates on a display when a set of one or more of said cargo straps has met the conditions of a safety threshold.2. A system for monitoring a set of one or more cargo straps as recited in claim 1 , wherein said tension monitoring cylinder is placed into the axle of a winch to be monitored.3. A system for monitoring a set of one or more cargo straps as recited in claim 1 , wherein said base provides a display of the status of all straps ...

TIE-DOWN

A tie-down includes a frame, a handle, a reel, a bushing, two ratchet wheels and two detents. The frame includes two walls. The handle includes two blades. The reel is rotationally inserted in the blades of the handle via the walls of the frame. The bushing includes a space for receiving the reel and an opening via which a strap is wound onto the reel. The bushing further includes two annular ridges inserted in the blades of the handle via the walls of the frame so that the annular ridges protect the reel from the blades of the handle. The ratchet wheels are connected to two ends of the reel so that the ratchet wheels are rotatable with the reel. The first detent is movable on the frame for engagement with the ratchet wheels. The second detent is movable on the handle for engagement with the ratchet wheels. 1. A tie-down comprising:a frame including two walls;a handle including two blades;a reel rotationally inserted in the blades of the handle via the walls of the frame; two discs each formed at an end and located against a corresponding one of the walls of the frame;', 'a space for receiving the reel;', 'an opening via which a strap is wound onto the reel; and', 'two annular ridges inserted in the blades of the handle via the walls of the frame so that the annular ridges protect the reel from the blades of the handle;, 'a bushing includingtwo ratchet wheels connected to two ends of the reel so that the ratchet wheels are rotatable with the reel;a first detent movable on the frame for engagement with the ratchet wheels; anda second detent movable on the handle for engagement with the ratchet wheels.2. The tie-down according to claim 1 , wherein each of the walls of the frame includes a recess claim 1 , wherein the bushing includes two bosses inserted in the recesses of the walls of the frame to prevent the bushing from rotation on the frame.3. (canceled)4. The tie-down according to claim 1 , wherein the discs of the bushing keep the strap neat on the reel to ensure ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR SECURING HEAVY LOADS

The current invention concerns a method and device for securing cargo load in a container. In an embodiment of the current invention, such method comprises: providing a wall securement device comprising two or more apertures allowing the passage of securing means such as straps, which wall securement device is attached to an inner rigid structure of the wall; and lashing the cargo load with securing means by use of the wall securement device, whereby the wall securement device is located at the corner post of said container. In a second aspect, the current invention provides for a wall securement device for securing loads. 1. A method for securing a load in a container that comprises three side walls , a door , a roof , a floor and four corner posts , the method comprising:providing a securement device at the corner post of the container, the securement device comprising an aperture that allows passage of a strap; andlashing the load to the container by securing the strap to the securement device,wherein the securement device comprises a plurality of leafs configured to engage profiles of the corner post.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of leafs of the securement device run substantially perpendicular to the corner post.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the three side walls comprise the four corner posts and the securement device is fixedly or removably attached to one of the three side walls.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the wall securement device is adjustable in position claim 1 , and the position includes height.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the wall securement device does not extend beyond an inner zone of a corner post.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of leafs of the wall securement device are substantially perpendicular to each other.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the wall securement device comprises an intersection configured to hold a portion of the ...

NOVEL CONTAINER-SECURING DEVICE

A system and method for securing a container to a railing of a transport surface is disclosed. The system includes a capture member and a locking member. The locking member is configured to be attached to the surface and to securely engage one end of the capture member. The capture member includes one end configured to securely engage the locking member and a second end configured to securely engage the container. The locking member is optionally configured to require a key to disengage the capture member from the locking member. The method includes attaching the locking member to the surface, disposing a container on the surface next to the locking member, and positioning the capture member such that it securely engages the locking member at one end and securely engages the container at the other end, and thereby secures the container to the surface. 1. A device for securing a container to a transport surface comprising: (i) a body having a first end and a second end;', '(ii) a pin located at the first end of the body; and', '(iii) an arm located at the second end of the body; and, '(a) a capture member comprising'} (i) a box shaped to receive the pin of the capture member; and', '(ii) a locking mechanism comprising a bolt and an actuator;, '(b) a locking member comprising(c) a fastener configured to attach the locking member to a railing of a transport surface;(d) wherein the bolt is shaped to engage the pin; and(e) wherein the actuator is connected to the bolt such that when the actuator is moved one way, the bolt moves into a position to engage the pin when the pin is in the box, and when the actuator is moved another way, the bolt moves into a position to disengage the pin when the pin is in the box.2. The device of wherein the pin includes one of the group consisting of a hole shaped to receive the bolt and a groove shaped to receive the bolt.3. The device of wherein the locking mechanism is one of the group consisting of a push locking mechanism and a ...

IMPROVED TIE-DOWN WRAP DEVICE FOR SECURING LOADS AND METHODS OF USE

The inventive disclosure is generally directed to an improved tie-down/anchor-point/attachment-point wrap device that can be used for heavy loads and/or shipping of articles in conjunction with various securing mediums such as a bungee cords, tie-down straps, ropes, etc. Each device features an easily changeable, yet securely coupled and pivotable, hardware-attachment point; two parallel strips of heavy-duty webbing for load-bearing that is reinforced with a plurality of high-surface-friction (that is, “gripping”) substrates stitched to the webbing; and reinforcing substrates that include the mating surfaces for a hook-and-loop coupling to secure the device in place when wrapped-around a structural member, with a longitudinal space disposed between the strips of webbing and reinforcing substrates to allow a pivotable connector to extend through when installed on a structural member, and a backup securement loop for the hardware-attachment point. 1. An improved tie-down-wrap device for use as a tie-down , anchor point , and/or attachment point for heavy loads and/or shipping of articles , comprising:a first primary load-bearing substrate and a second primary load-bearing substrate, substantially parallel to one another and having a longitudinal space disposed between them, each of equal predetermined length and width, and each having a first end and a second end, and an interior side and an exterior side, wherein each said primary load-bearing substrate is folded back on and secured to itself on its respective first end to form a load-tie-down member securement loop;a first coupling substrate and a second coupling substrate, adapted to detachably couple with each other, each of a predetermined width that generally corresponds to the combined width of said first and second primary load-bearing substrates plus the space between said first and second primary load-bearing substrates, and each of a predetermined length that corresponds to less than half and 20% or more of ...

NOVEL CONTAINER-SECURING DEVICE

A system and method for securing a container to a transport surface is disclosed. The system includes a capture member and a locking member. The locking member is configured to be attached to the surface and to securely engage one end of the capture member. The capture member includes one end configured to securely engage the locking member and a second end configured to securely engage the container. The locking member is optionally configured to require a key to disengage the capture member from the locking member. The method includes attaching the locking member to the surface, disposing a container on the surface next to the locking member, and positioning the capture member such that it securely engages the locking member at one end and securely engages the container at the other end, and thereby secures the container to the surface. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. A method for securing a container to a transport surface , the method comprising:(a) attaching a locking member to a transport surface, the locking member comprising a box and a locking mechanism;(b) placing a container having a feature on the transport surface next to the locking member;(c) placing a capture member comprising an arm and a pin such that the arm securely engages the feature of the container and the pin engages the box; and(d) securing the pin in the box using the locking mechanism.14. The method of wherein the feature of the container is one of the group consisting of the top of the container claim 13 , a handle claim 13 , a slot claim 13 , and a hook.15. The method of wherein the step of attaching comprises magnetically attaching a nut to the transport surface and attaching the locking member to the magnetically attached nut by placing a threaded bolt through the locking member and into the magnetically attached nut.16. The method of wherein the step of ...

SLIDE OUT PUMP STAND FOR HYDRAULIC FRACTURING EQUIPMENT

A hydraulic fracturing system has a pump driven by an electrically powered motor. The pump pressurizes fluid which is piped into a wellbore to fracture a subterranean formation. The pump and motor are mounted on a trailer that is hitched to a tractor. A platform assembly is mounted onto the trailer, and which is selectively moveable between deployed and stowed configurations. The platform assembly includes a platform, a lateral rail assembly mounted to the platform, and gates on the forward and aft ends of the platform. The rail assembly and gates define a safety barrier to prevent operations personnel from falling off the platform. In the stowed configuration the platform assembly is anchored in place over wheels on the trailer. In the deployed configuration, the platform assembly provides work surface so that operations personnel can readily access the pump on the trailer. 1. A hydraulic fracturing system for fracturing a subterranean formation comprising:a plurality of electric pumps fluidly connected to the formation, and powered by at least one electric motor, and configured to pump fluid at high pressure into a wellbore that intersects the formation, so that the fluid passes from the wellbore into the formation, and fractures the formation;a variable frequency drive connected to the electric motor to control the speed of the motor, wherein the variable frequency drive frequently performs electric motor diagnostics to prevent damage to the at least one electric motor;a trailer on which the motor and pumps are mounted; anda platform assembly mounted to the trailer and from which at least a one of the pumps are accessible by operations personnel.2. The hydraulic fracturing system of claim 1 , wherein the platform assembly is selectively moveable between a stowed configuration and spaced laterally inward from an outer periphery of wheels coupled with the trailer claim 1 , to a deployed configuration and spaced laterally past an outer periphery of the wheels.3. The ...