Low profiles storage apparatus and method
US6997315B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 26, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 14, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 24, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA45C13/02
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A method and apparatus used for storing items is provided. The apparatus includes a base, a tray configured to sit within the base and be removable from the base. The apparatus also includes a lid configured to be pivotably attached to the base and removable from the base. The lid is configured to enclose the tray between the base and the lid and the tray and the base configured to be no greater than about 2 inches in thickness. The method includes containing parts in a tray having cavities configured to store the parts. The method further includes containing the tray in the base, containing additional parts in the base, and removing a lid to uncover the tray. The method further includes placing the tray in toolbox drawer configured to accept an item of a thickness of about 2 inches or less.
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