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Vehicle storage/loading system for sheets

US8348587B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateOct 4, 2010
Grant dateJan 8, 2013
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Expiry dateJun 14, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60P7/10
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A motor vehicle having an assembly for loading sheet material includes a cargo area having a loading opening and a bulkhead located at an opposite end of the cargo area from the loading opening. Also included is a passenger compartment located at a forward region of the vehicle. Further included is at least one fixed end stop located proximate a rear area of the cargo area. Yet further included is at least one load assist strip, where a first end of the strip is mounted to the bulkhead, wherein the strip extends rearward to a second end of the strip that is mounted to the end stop.

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