Patent · US Expired

Trailer structure & tie-down mechanism

US6439814B1 · kind B1 · utility

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10References
35Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateNov 26, 1997
Grant dateAug 27, 2002
Priority date
Expiry dateNov 26, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60P7/0815
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An improved transport bed for use with trailers or the like and having improved clamp-down and tie-down structures is disclosed. A telescoping clamp-down device operable in conjunction with a retention channel mounted in the bed provides variably positioning capabilities of clamp-down. Slidable tie-down mechanisms can be utilized in the same retention track. Improved structural members for supporting and protecting the bed material are also disclosed.

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