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Utility vehicle mounting assembly

US7503553B2 · kind B2 · utility

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9Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateApr 11, 2003
Grant dateMar 17, 2009
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Expiry dateMar 11, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62D33/10
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A flexible utility body mount assembly is provided for connecting a utility body to the frame of a utility truck. The mount comprises a frame bracket rigidly attached to the truck frame and a body bracket rigidly attached to the utility body. The frame bracket includes a block and a spacer. A compression element travels through a bore within the block and connects the body and frame brackets. The block limits the lateral movement of the mount. The spacer fits between the utility body and the truck frame and allows for proper alignment between the body and frame brackets. The compression element comprises a bolt, a compression spring and a rebound element such that the compression spring is secured about the bottom side of the block while the rebound element is secured about the top.

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