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Crate with collapsible wall

US8066147B2 · kind B2 · utility

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18References

14Claims

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Assignee

Rehrig Pacific Company · US

Inventors

Ryan C. Meers · Los Angeles, US
Justin Smyers · Redondo Beach, US
Roger S. Hsu · Torrance, US

Key dates

Filing date	Aug 28, 2008
Grant date	Nov 29, 2011
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Jan 24, 2030

Classification

Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
CPC primaryY10T292/0863
WIPO fieldHandling
WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A crate, such as for transporting egg cartons or other items, includes a base, opposed side walls and a rear wall extending upward from the base. A front wall opposite the rear wall is selectably moveable between a closed position and a retracted, open position. In the retracted position, access to the interior of the crate is provided. In one embodiment, the front wall includes a plurality of pivotably connected sections, such that the front wall can be retracted to provide access to the interior. A latch selectively prevents movement of the front wall to the retracted position.

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