Toolbox
US5238142A · kind A · utility
Assignee
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 7, 1992 |
| Grant date | Aug 24, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 7, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S312/902
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A utility box (10) includes a base portion (13) and a cover portion (11) attached thereto as by hinges (12). The cover portion (11) includes a downwardly directed skirt (17) and the upper end of the base portion (13) is provided with a complementary skirt (27). At least one latch assembly (28) is recessed within the complementary skirts (17, 27) and includes a latch handle (30) having an outer contour matching the complementary skirts (17, 27). A lock receiving area (52) is also recessed within the complementary skirts (17, 27). Side handles (62) are formed in the base portion (13) and recessed beneath the cover portion (11). A top handle (66) is provided within a recess (67) in the top surface (14) of cover portion (11).
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