Bottom pad/bumper assembly for loading docks with leveler
US7444785B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 10, 2003 |
| Grant date | Nov 4, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 3, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G69/001
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A bottom pad assembly for sealing a bottom opening formed when a vehicle is parked adjacent to a loading dock includes a first mounting bracket positioned adjacent to a first end of a dock opening. A second mounting bracket is positioned adjacent to second end of a dock opening. The second end is displaced a predetermined distance relative to the first end. A bottom pad extends between the first mounting bracket and the second mounting bracket for engaging a rear portion of a vehicle parked adjacent to a loading dock. A clearance space is formed between the bottom pad and a loading dock. The clearance space selectively receives a portion of a leveler for facilitating the loading and unloading of a vehicle when the vehicle is full and the leveler can not be lowered into the vehicle.
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