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Storage unit having flexible cover

US6591555B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 15, 2001
Grant dateJul 15, 2003
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Expiry dateJun 15, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T292/11
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A storage unit for use in an office environment. The storage unit includes a structural frame having two opposing side panels, at least one laterally extending panel extending between and interconnecting the side panels to define an interior space. The frame includes a perimeter defining an access opening that provides access to the interior space. The storage unit includes a flexible cover having opposing side edges, a front edge, and a rear edge. The flexible cover is attached to the structural frame proximate said rear edge of said flexible cover. The flexible cover extends freely from the attachment to the frame. The flexible cover has an engagement feature which is selectively engageable with the frame at first and second locations on the frame. Engagement of the cover with the frame at the first location places the flexible cover in a closed position with the opposing side edges of the flexible cover extending proximate the perimeter defining the access opening. Engagement of the flexible cover with the frame at the second location places the flexible cover in an open position wherein the flexible cover is positioned to allow access to the interior space of the storage unit t…

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