Pallet with deck opening and brace
US11286083B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 10, 2020 |
| Grant date | Mar 29, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 10, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D2519/00975
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A pallet includes a deck having an opening therethrough, such that product can be removed through the opening from a box loaded on the deck of a pallet. A plurality of columns support the deck. The box may be supported on the deck over the opening. The bottom wall of the box may be opened though the opening in the deck. The items can then be removed from the box through the opening through the deck without removing the box from the pallet. Optionally, fasteners may secure flaps of the box in corners of the deck of a pallet. According to another feature, a brace having an elongated body portion can be secured to an opening of the pallet, such that the elongated body portion abuts goods that are supported on the deck.
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