Means for sealing or locking a cam action door fastener
US4768816A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 14, 1983 |
| Grant date | Sep 6, 1988 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 14, 2003 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T292/1086
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An improved door fastening system is disclosed for cam-type, or overcenter, locking mechanisms for transport containers and the like. The said improvement providing means for receiving locks or seals at the cam ends of rotatable shaft means and at co-operating keeper means, whereby upon cam-engagement, a government seal or locking means may be received therethrough. The improved system thereby provides tamper-preventive means enabling the detection of vandalism, and further offers a deterrent to unauthorized opening.
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