Storage cabinet with latching mechanism
US7318632B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 28, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jan 15, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 24, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T70/5097
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A storage cabinet having a latching mechanism that can be unlatched by the use of either an upper actuator or a lower actuator is provided. The upper actuator may comprise a hand knob while the lower actuator may comprise a foot pedal. Thus, if an operator has his arms full and wants to open the doors of the cabinet, he can simply do so by actuating the foot pedal. Alternately, the doors of the cabinet may be opened by actuating the hand knob. This design affords the operator much flexibility in accessing the storage cabinet. A storage cabinet with a latching mechanism that is protected from damage under abusive conditions is also provided.
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