Method and apparatus for loading automobiles into a cargo container
US4919582A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 14, 1988 |
| Grant date | Apr 24, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 14, 2008 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60P3/08
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A loader includes a sleeve support which will carry in a raised position a lightweight open-centered sleeve, of the type which is capable of holding a plurality of automobiles. An automobile support, capable of carrying the automobiles which will comprise one level when loaded into the sleeve, is located below the sleeve. A lifting device moves the sleeve support and the automobile support together to insert the automobiles into the sleeve from its bottom. Latching mechanisms which attach the automobiles to the sleeve are movable between loading positions, where the automobiles can be inserted past them, and latching positions where they will engage the automobiles' tires. The loader is capable of removing the sleeves from cargo containers for loading and/or unloading and then placing them back into the containers when this procedure is completed. The apparatus also is capable of folding the sleeves to their collapsed position and of expanding them to their erected position.
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