Detachable truck body and handling mechanism
US5829946A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 18, 1997 |
| Grant date | Nov 3, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 18, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60P7/13
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A container handling apparatus for receiving, engaging and releasing exchangeable chassis mounted containers, which may be truck bodies, or the like, capable of readily locking and unlocking a truck body to a supporting chassis is disclosed that is self-contained on the chassis. A truck body or container which may be self-supporting is also disclosed.
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