Stackable cargo bin
US7267060B1 · kind B1 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 27, 2004 |
| Grant date | Sep 11, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 18, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB66F9/125
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A heavy-duty cargo bin unit configured for rugged use in hostile environments, such as in the oil drilling and production industry. The cargo bin unit is of a generally rectilinear construction, and preferably fabricated of heavy gauge steel. Supports or skids are positioned to allow for the nested stacking of one cargo bin atop the other, such that the lower portion support members would fit snugly within the interior walls of the cargo bin upon which it is placed. The size and configuration of the basket may vary depending upon the application, and the unit may be configured to receive templates for the customized storage of particular items such as drilling tools, bits, etc. A second embodiment of the present invention contemplates a cargo bin dumping system wherein there is provided a cargo bin as disclosed in the preferred embodiment of the present invention, with a stinger specifically designed to work with the present system also provided.
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