Method and apparatus for protecting walls from damage by wheeled carts
US12311992B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 15, 2021 |
| Grant date | May 27, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 23, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62B5/0006
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus is presented for protecting walls from damage by a wheeled cart. The apparatus includes an arm including a first end configured to be attached to a frame of the wheeled cart, where the wheeled vehicle includes a platform and a plurality of first wheels configured to move over a floor surface. The arm also includes a second end opposite to the first end, where the second end is positioned between the platform and the floor surface upon attaching the first end to the frame. The apparatus also includes a bumper attached to the second end of the arm such that the bumper is positioned between the platform and the floor surface upon attaching the first end to the frame. A method and kit is also presented for attaching the apparatus to the wheeled cart and using the wheeled cart with the attached apparatus.
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