Load leveling system for roll-back trucks
US7278807B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 24, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 9, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 5, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60T3/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system repositions and properly aligns vehicles and other loads on the platform of a roll-back truck during the loading process. Movement devices strategically positioned on the roll-back platform engage the forward and/or rear tires of the vehicle being loaded and move the forward and/or rear end of the vehicle transversely relative to the longitudinal centerline of the platform. Once the position has been adjusted, the vehicle can be pulled forward on the platform to continue the loading process. Transverse adjusted movement of the forward and/or rear end of the vehicle can be made throughout the loading process until the vehicle is fully loaded and properly positioned on the platform of the roll-back truck.
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