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Vehicle restraining device

US5375965A · kind A · utility

54Cited by
35References
32Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJan 25, 1993
Grant dateDec 27, 1994
Priority date
Expiry dateJan 25, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65G69/005
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method is provided for restraining a truck from movement during the loading and unloading thereof while the truck is parked in a driveway in a loading dock. The truck restraining device has a lock assembly comprising a base and a locking arm pivotally mounted to the base for rotating between retracted and extended positions. In the retracted position, the locking arm is substantially horizontal for permitting the truck to drive over the restraining device whereas, in the extended position, the locking arm extends upwardly for engaging the truck wheels for restraining movement of the truck.

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