Industrial caster guard
US9108462B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 3, 2014 |
| Grant date | Aug 18, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 3, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60B33/0023
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The caster guard comprises a band which may surround a variety of conventionally known caster subassemblies, wherein exemplary caster subassemblies include those used on material handling carts. The band protects an individual's foot from injury. In an exemplary embodiment, the caster guard further comprises a top mounting plate attached to a side support that is attached to the band. In application, the top mounting plate is sandwiched between and secured to the caster mounting plate and a frame of the caster subassembly. In another embodiment, the caster guard comprises two opposing adjustable sleeves each disposed within two opposing clamp pads which are secured to the band. The sleeves may be engaged with a head bolt and a jam nut of the wheel axle unit of the caster subassembly.
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