A tank rack may have a back frame member and at least two tank support members spaced apart from one another along the back frame member. Each of the tank support members may have two inner sections, two outer sections and a rear portion. The rear portion may be connected to the back frame member.
A47B 81/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units specially adapted for other particular purposes, e.g. for storing guns or skis
A47B 57/04 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the inclination of the shelves
A truck cap may have a sub-frame. The sub-frame may have at least one side bracket. The side bracket may have an angled upright portion and an upper flange. A side module may be located between two side brackets. The side module may have channel members that receive a portion of a side door therein.
A locking mechanism for a slide out tray system may have a cam that is connected to a lock rod. A lock bar lever may be rotatable about an offset portion, such that when the cam is rotated, the end of the lock bar lever in contact with the cam is pushed upwards, thus pushing the opposite end of the lock bar lever downwards to push the locking plate down, allowing the slide out tray system to slide into a closed position. A bushing lock may interact with lock rod flanges. The lock rod flanges roll over and are supported by a bushing. When the bushing meets a space between the lock rod flanges, the lock rod may automatically rotate such that the flange contacts an edge of the bushing lock, thus preventing the lock rod and tray system from extending any further.
E05B 83/00 - Vehicle locks specially adapted for particular types of wing or vehicle
B62D 33/08 - Superstructures for load-carrying vehicles characterised by the connection of the superstructure to the vehicle frame comprising adjustable means
A tank rack may have a back frame member and at least two tank support members spaced apart from one another along the back frame member. Each of the tank support members may have two inner sections, two outer sections and a rear portion. The rear portion may be connected to the back frame member.
A47B 57/04 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the inclination of the shelves
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
(1) Steel storage containers and steel accessories therefore, all specially designed and fitted for use in commercial service cargo vans and trucks, namely, bins, cabinets, drawer units, shelving, cab-cargo partitions, roof racks for ladders and file cabinets for product and parts catalogues and service manuals.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
(1) Steel storage containers and steel accessories therefore, all specially designed and fitted for use in commercial service cargo vans and trucks, namely, bins, cabinets, drawer units, shelving, cab-cargo partitions, roof racks for ladders and file cabinets for product and parts catalogues and service manuals.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
(1) Steel storage containers and steel accessories therefore, all specially designed and fitted for use in commercial service cargo vans and trucks, namely, bins, cabinets, drawer units, shelving, cab-cargo partitions, roof racks for ladders and file cabinets for product and parts catalogues and service manuals.
A system and method for mounting structures to a vehicle may include providing an anchor point; the anchor point may have of an anchor point aperture in a structural member. The system and method may also include securing a plate to the anchor point by aligning an aperture in an anchor flange of the plate with the anchor point aperture. The system and method may also include locating a fastener through the anchor flange aperture and the anchor point aperture to secure the plate to the anchor point.
B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for
B60P 1/64 - Vehicles predominantly for transporting loads and modified to facilitate loading, consolidating the load, or unloading the load supporting or containing element being readily removable
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
(1) Steel accessories specifically fitted for use in service vehicles, namely, bins, cabinets, drawer units, shelving, cab/cargo partitions, roof racks for ladders, and file cabinets for catalogs and books
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
16 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials
Goods & Services
(1) Steel storage containers and steel accessories therefore, all specially designed and fitted for use in commercial service cargo vans, namely, bins, cabinets, drawer units, shelving, cab/cargo partitions, roof racks for ladders and file cabinets for product/ parts catalogues and service manuals
A biasing member compression fixture may have a first leg and a second leg. The legs may be substantially parallel one another and separated by a gap. The fixture may also have a base member connecting the first and second legs and extending across the gap. The biasing device may be connected to the base member and a ram may be connected to the biasing device. An upper member may connect the first and second legs and extend across the gap. A recess may be located in the upper member. A biasing member detecting unit may be connected to the upper member and may be adapted to detect a biasing member in the recess.
B23P 19/04 - Machines for simply fitting together or separating metal parts or objects, or metal and non-metal parts, whether or not involving some deformationTools or devices therefor so far as not provided for in other classes for assembling or disassembling parts
F16F 15/16 - Suppression of vibrations in rotating systems by making use of members moving with the system using a fluid
A wall reinforcement and shelf system for a vehicle cargo area may have at least one rib reinforcing member defining a hollow channel. The hollow channel may be shaped and sized to selectively receive a vehicle side wall rib therein. A shelf member may be pivotally connected to the rib reinforcing member.
A wall reinforcement and shelf system for a vehicle cargo area may have a first rib reinforcing member and a second rib reinforcing member. Both reinforcing members may each have two side walls connected together by a front wall to form a hollow channel. The hollow channel may be shaped and sized to selectively receive a vehicle side wall rib therein. A shelf member may be pivotally connected to each of the first and second rib reinforcing members.
A slide assembly for a ladder rack may be adapted to selectively move with respect to a roof bow rail. The assembly may have first and second slide walls connected together by an intermediate rail slide wall and at least one fastener, where the at least one fastener may be adapted to be slidably received within the roof bow rail. The assembly may also have a support flange connected to the second rail slide wall. The assembly may also have a housing connected to the support flange, where a retention tube is rotatably mounted within the housing. A first gripper member may be connected to the retention tube for selective movement therewith.
A ladder rack system may have a slide with a support flange and a spanning flange. The system may also have a ladder support member adapted to selectively receive a portion of the support flange therein. The system may also have a pivot bracket pivotally connected to the ladder support member. The pivot bracket may be adapted to selectively move the ladder support member.
A locking system for a vehicle slide out device may have a paddle having a body portion and a flange portion. The system may also have a lever connected to the paddle where the lever has a locking pawl, and at least one pivot aperture. The system may also have a lever support located adjacent the lever, where the lever support may have at least one pivot extending through the at least one pivot aperture. The system may also have a frame member having a plurality of notches selectively aligned with the locking pawl.
A tank rack may have a back frame member and at least two tank support members spaced apart from one another along the back frame member. Each of the tank support members may have two inner sections, two outer sections and a rear portion. The rear portion may be connected to the back frame member.
A47B 57/04 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the inclination of the shelves
A selective retention system may have at least one side retention rail with an attachment portion and a retention portion. The retention portion may have a plurality of teeth. The system may also have an end retention rail with an attachment portion and a retention portion, where the retention portion at least one aperture.
A shelf system may have a framework with several support members. The support members may support at least one movable shelf. The system may have an upper bracket connected to one of the support members and a rail adapted to permit selective sliding movement of the upper bracket with respect to the rail. The rail may be connected to one of the support members. The rail may extend toward another support member, but it may terminate before it reaches the support member leaving a gap between the rail and support member.
B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for
B60P 3/14 - Vehicles adapted to transport, to carry or to comprise special loads or objects the object being a workshop for servicing, for maintenance, or for carrying workmen during work
B60R 7/02 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in a separate luggage compartment
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System and method for mounting structures to a vehicle
A system and method for mounting structures to a vehicle may include providing an anchor point; the anchor point may have of an anchor point aperture in a structural member. The system and method may also include securing a plate to the anchor point by aligning an aperture in an anchor flange of the plate with the anchor point aperture. The system and method may also include locating a fastener through the anchor flange aperture and the anchor point aperture to secure the plate to the anchor point.
B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for
B60P 1/64 - Vehicles predominantly for transporting loads and modified to facilitate loading, consolidating the load, or unloading the load supporting or containing element being readily removable
A tool mounting device may have a base having a first base flange and a second base flange extending therefrom. A tool support may be connected to the first and second base flanges where the tool support may be adapted for selective pivotal motion with respect to the first and second base flanges. The tool support may have a first arm and a second arm and the arms may be connected by an arm base. The arms may also be adapted to support a tool thereon. A biasing member may be connected between one of the base flanges and the tool support.
A47F 5/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features
B60R 11/06 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for for tools or spare parts
F16M 11/10 - Means for attachment of apparatusMeans allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting around a horizontal axis
B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for
A vehicle roof rail assembly may have a rail with an upper channel, a first channel below the upper channel and a second channel below the first channel. The assembly may also have a mounting portion with a channel portion adapted to be selectively located at least partially within the second channel and for selective sliding movement within the second channel. The mounting portion may also have a foot portion connected to the channel portion. A base portion of the foot portion may be adapted to selectively pivot.
A shelf system may have a shelf member, and a biasing bracket attached to the shelf member having a rear portion and a forward portion. The system may also have a biasing member having a first end connected to the rear portion of the biasing bracket and a second end connected to the shelf member. The forward portion of the biasing bracket may have a lower stop adapted to prevent the shelf member from extending below a horizontal orientation. And, a pivot bracket may be located behind the lower stop through which a pivot extends and into the biasing bracket to permit selective movement of the shelf member.
A shelf system that may be used with a vehicle is described. The shelf system may have a shelf member that selectively pivots between a raised position and a lowered position. The shelf system may have a frame system as well as a sub-frame system to support it within the vehicle.
B60R 7/02 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in a separate luggage compartment
B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for
A47B 57/04 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the inclination of the shelves
A ladder rack system for accommodating at least two stacked ladders thereon is disclosed. The system may have a stationary forward roof rail and a stationary rear roof rail. Pivotable ladder rack rear and pivotable ladder rack forward rails may also be provided. The ladder rack rear and forward rails may be selectively moved with respect to the stationary forward and rear roof rails via links that are connected to a connector bar and lever arm.
A ladder rack assembly for use on a motor vehicle. The ladder rack assembly has a sliding member that is linearly slidable relative to a base member and a ladder mounting member that is axially and radially movable relative to the base member. A first end portion of one or more first drive members are drivingly connected to at least a portion of one or more first shafts and a second end portion is pivotably connected to a first end portion of a first side portion of the ladder mounting member. One or more first linkage members drivingly connect the one or more first drive members to the sliding member. A first end portion of the one or more first linkage members are pivotably connected top the one or more first drive members and a second end portion are pivotably connected to a first end portion of the sliding member.
A selectively lockable box may have a locking structure that may have a first bar, a second bar and a lock housing. The first and second bar engage with one another, and the lock, to lock the box. The first bar may be horizontally oriented to lock a box lid, and the second bar may be a vertically oriented to lock other access areas of the box.
E05C 9/02 - Arrangement of simultaneously-actuated bolts or other securing devices at well-separated positions on the same wing with one sliding bar for fastening when moved in one direction and unfastening when moved in opposite directionArrangement of simultaneously-actuated bolts or other securing devices at well-separated positions on the same wing with two sliding bars moved in the same direction when fastening or unfastening
One embodiment of a ladder rack system and method of use are described. The system may have a ladder rack frame with an inner rail and an outer rail. The system may also have a ladder rack bed that is selectively moveable with respect to the ladder rack frame. The ladder rack bed may have an inner beam and an outer beam. The system may also have a driveshaft and at least one driveline arm that are connected together. The driveline arm is also connected to the ladder rack bed.
A vehicle equipment rack having a first cross member and a second cross member. A first roller coupled with an outboard end of the first cross member. A second roller coupled with an outboard end of the second cross member. A first arm in rolling engagement with the first roller. A second arm in rolling engagement with the second roller. A drive tube rotatably coupled with the first and second cross members. A first pivot arm coupled with the drive tube, the first pivot arm rotatably coupled with the first arm. A second pivot arm coupled with the drive tube, the second pivot arm rotatably coupled with the second arm. The first arm including a base member. The base member having an aperture disposed through a surface thereof. A first linear actuator disposed in the base member, wherein a portion of the first linear actuator is disposed through the base member aperture. A first bracket disposed on a surface of the base member. The first bracket coupled with the first linear actuator. A sliding member slideably coupled with the base member. A second bracket coupled with the sliding member. The second arm including a third bracket disposed on a surface of the second arm, and a fourth bracket coupled with the second arm.
One embodiment of a storage cabinet for use in a vehicle is described. The cabinet may have two side panels, a rear panel transverse to the side panels and a selectively openable top. A drawer is selectively located within the cabinet. A locking mechanism selectively locks the drawer within the cabinet. The locking mechanism has a solenoid and a solenoid plunger, and a locking flange. The plunger is selectively located within the locking flange to lock the drawer within the cabinet.
B60N 3/12 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of receptacles for cigarettes or the like
B60R 7/04 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in driver or passenger space
A47B 88/40 - Sliding drawersSlides or guides therefor
Road and curb partition bracket assembly comprise front and rear clamp brackets and a channel mounting bracket. Each partition bracket is drawn together by a bolt across a respective vehicle B-pillar for mounting a partition across an interior of a vehicle. The mounting of the partition bracket assembly with the partition attached is accomplished without disturbing an exterior or an interior of the B-pillars, or any contents therein on either side of the vehicle.
B62D 21/00 - Understructures, i.e. chassis frame on which a vehicle body may be mounted
F16M 13/02 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articlesMeans for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or attaching to, an object, e.g. tree, gate, window-frame, cycle
B60R 21/02 - Occupant safety arrangements or fittings
A rail mounting system may have a rail and a slide member. The rail has a base, two sidewalls, lip portions and ribs. Channels are formed by portions of the rail. The slide member has tabs with grooves that define legs. The lip portions and the ribs are slidably located within the groves and the legs are slidably located within the channels for selective movement of the slide member with respect to the rail.
B60R 7/08 - Disposition of racks, clips, or the like
B60R 7/02 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps in a separate luggage compartment
A partition for a vehicle is described. The partition separates the cargo area of the vehicle from the cab area of the vehicle. The partition may extend from floor to roof and from one side of the vehicle to the other side of the vehicle. The partition has a window so that the driver can see into the cargo portion. The window is positioned to ensure the driver can see through it in a variety of conditions.
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Vehicle design services, namely, designing the interior layout of service vehicles including partitions, shelving, interior packages, modules, ladder racks, utility racks, tool holders, drawer units, workbenches, door kits, and hook bars for electricians, appliance repair specialists, locksmiths, security technicians, telecommunications technicians, general contractors, construction workers, HVAC technicians, plumbers, mechanical contractors, and utility company technicians
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
(1) Steel accessories specifically fitted for use in service vehicles, namely, cargo storage bins, overhead storage bins, equipment storage bins, cabinets, drawer units, shelving, cab and cargo partitions, roof racks for ladders, and file cabinets for catalogs and books
A mounting system for detachably storing ladders comprising at least one elongate member with a length and opposed first and second ends. The system also includes a ledge adapted to be movable along the length of the elongate member. A securing latch is provided which is adapted to be movable along the length of the elongate member. The securing latch is pivotally carried on the elongate member. The securing latch can have a gas spring with a body pivotally attached to the elongate member and a rod pivotally attached to the latch. The latch has a profile complimentary to a surface of said ladder.
B60R 7/00 - Stowing or holding appliances inside of vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps
B60R 11/02 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for for radio sets, television sets, telephones, or the likeArrangement of controls thereof
B60R 11/00 - Arrangements for holding or mounting articles, not otherwise provided for
B60N 3/10 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of receptacles for food or beverages, e.g. refrigerated
B60R 5/04 - Compartments within vehicle body primarily intended or sufficiently spacious for trunks, suit-cases, or the like arranged at rear of vehicle
In one embodiment, the present disclosure is a modular construction of at least one partition panel combined with a structural footer rail, at least one close out wing, at least one header panel, optional gaskets to provide sound deadening between the cargo side and the cab side of the vehicle interior, and a structural reinforcing hoop to provide rigidity to the partition structure and create a “box” structure to the partition.
An adjustable modular shelving system is secureable to a rail mounting system in the cargo area of a vehicle. The shelving system includes a pair of end panels, each pair having an end panel flange with a plurality of end panel flange apertures. The end panel flange extends along a portion of an outer periphery of each of the pair of end panels. The shelving system may include a shelf having a base and a pair of shelf flanges which extend from longitudinal end portions of the base, one of the pair of shelf flanges includes a plurality of locking mechanisms and another one of the pair of shelf flanges include a plurality of shelf apertures. The locking mechanisms may securably connect with a first side of the pair of end panels, and the plurality of shelf apertures may securably connect with a second side of the pair of end panels.
B60P 1/64 - Vehicles predominantly for transporting loads and modified to facilitate loading, consolidating the load, or unloading the load supporting or containing element being readily removable
A47B 57/48 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings
A47B 47/02 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements made of metal only
A47B 57/20 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of the shelves consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
Steel accessories specifically fitted for use in service vehicles, namely, cargo storage bins, overhead storage bins, equipment storage bins, cabinets, drawer units, shelving, cab and cargo partitions, roof racks for ladders, and file cabinets for catalogs and books
A positionable vehicle partition system includes at least two rails, a substantially planar partition for separating a vehicle area into at least two sections, a slide assembly to facilitate movement of the partition relative to the rails, and a latch for retaining the partition in a selected position relative to the rails. The rails are configured to be mountable in a spaced apart parallel relationship. The slide assembly includes at least a stationary slide member affixed to or defined by each of the rails, and at least one movable slide member extending away from and directly or indirectly affixed to the partition.
A ladder rack includes: a frame assembly mountable on a vehicle, the frame assembly having at least two cross bows each including a principal length extending between opposite first and second ends; a pivot bracket pivotally coupled to the first ends of each cross bow, each pivot bracket adapted to support one side rail of a ladder, and each pivot bracket being pivotally moveable between a first position corresponding to the stowage position and a second position corresponding to the loading/unloading position; a stationary bracket disposed on each cross bow intermediate the first and second ends thereof, each stationary bracket adapted to abut another side rail of a ladder in the stowage position; a torsion bar interconnecting the pivot brackets; and a manually operable handle coupled to one of the torsion bar or a pivot bracket for moving the pivot brackets between the stowage position and the loading/unloading position.
A rail mounting system includes a mounting rail that has a channel profile. The mounting rail is secured to a cargo area surface. Further, the rail mounting system includes a slide member that has a securement receiving area for securing a cargo product and the slide member within the channel profile of the mounting rail. The slide member is received within the channel profile.
An adjustable modular shelving system is secureable to a rail mounting system in the cargo area of a vehicle. The shelving system includes a pair of end panels, each pair having an end panel flange with a plurality of end panel flange apertures. The end panel flange extends along a portion of an outer periphery of each of the pair of end panels. The shelving system may include a shelf having a base and a pair of shelf flanges which extend from longitudinal end portions of the base, one of the pair of shelf flanges includes a plurality of locking mechanisms and another one of the pair of shelf flanges include a plurality of shelf apertures. The locking mechanisms may securably connect with a first side of the pair of end panels, and the plurality of shelf apertures may securably connect with a second side of the pair of end panels.
B60R 7/08 - Disposition of racks, clips, or the like
B60P 1/64 - Vehicles predominantly for transporting loads and modified to facilitate loading, consolidating the load, or unloading the load supporting or containing element being readily removable
A47B 47/02 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements made of metal only
A47B 57/20 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of the shelves consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings
A ladder rack includes: a frame assembly mountable on a vehicle, the frame assembly having at least two cross bows each including a principal length extending between opposite first and second ends; a pivot bracket pivotally coupled to the first ends of each cross bow, each pivot bracket adapted to support one side rail of a ladder, and each pivot bracket being pivotally moveable between a first position corresponding to the stowage position and a second position corresponding to the loading/unloading position; a stationary bracket disposed on each cross bow intermediate the first and second ends thereof, each stationary bracket adapted to abut another side rail of a ladder in the stowage position; a torsion bar interconnecting the pivot brackets; and a manually operable handle coupled to one of the torsion bar or a pivot bracket for moving the pivot brackets between the stowage position and the loading/unloading position.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
Steel storage containers and steel accessories therefore, all specially designed and fitted for use in commercial service cargo vans, namely, bins, cabinets, drawer units, shelving, cab/cargo partitions, roof racks for ladders and file cabinets for product/ parts catalogues and service manuals
Providing incentive award programs for customers and employees through the distribution of prepaid stored value cards for the purpose of promoting and rewarding loyalty
A ladder rack for supporting a ladder in a stowage position and for moving the ladder between the stowage position and a loading/unloading position at which the ladder can be loaded onto the rack or unloaded from the rack. The ladder rack includes a frame assembly which is mounted on a support structure such as a vehicle roof and a bed platform having opposite ends that are coupled to the frame assembly for sliding and hinged movement with respect to the frame assembly. At least one of the ends of the bed platform is configured to be extendible when pivoted downward into a loading or unloading position.
B60R 9/042 - Carriers characterised by means to facilitate loading or unloading of the load, e.g. rollers, tracks, or the like
E06C 5/04 - Ladders characterised by being mounted on undercarriages or vehiclesSecuring ladders on vehicles with rigid longitudinal members capable of being elevated or extended
A partition for separating the cabin compartment from the cargo area in HHR-style vehicles where the cabin compartment is characterized by a deck having a front wall and recesses. The partition comprises a frame including a panel. The frame is securable to a front wall of the vehicle deck, and includes at least one support, each of the at least one supports receivable in one of the recesses of the deck.
E06B 3/00 - Window sashes, door leaves, or like elements for closing openingsLayout of fixed or moving closures, e.g. windowsFeatures of rigidly-mounted outer frames relating to the mounting of wing frames
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
Steel accessories specifically fitted for use in service vehicles, namely, bins, cabinets, drawer units, shelving, cab/cargo partitions, roof racks for ladders, and file cabinets for catalogs and books
Modular storage units that can be assembled without additional fasteners or tools and then coupled together with or without optional shelves into an overall storage system using a common twist-lock fastener. The modular storage units are assembled from top, bottom and side panels. The top and bottom panels for each modular storage unit are structurally identical as are the side panels. Modular storage units having different widths have commonly sized and structurally identical side panels. Storage systems that are built up from the modular storage units can be easily assembled in work vehicles and other close quarters or tight spaces. The modular storage units can include plurality of trays or other articles for storing various parts, articles, etc.
A flow through article storage device that includes a housing into which a plurality of stacks of articles can be positioned. The housing has a bottom and a front and rear end. A plurality of elongate abutment elements are coupled to the housing and configured for independent movement between a first position in which the elongate abutment elements extend at least partially into the interior of the housing and a second position in which the elongate abutment members do not extend into the interior of the housing. At least one track of rollers is provided on the bottom or an inclined support surface of the housing. Stacks of articles that are loaded into the rear end of the housing are subsequently removed from the front end. The elongate abutment elements can be selectively moved between the first and second positions to control movement of the stacks of articles along the inclined bottom.
A vehicle equipment rack having a first cross member and a second cross member coupled with a vehicle. A first roller coupled with an outboard end of the first cross member. A second roller coupled with an outboard end of the second cross member. A first arm in rolling engagement with the first roller. A second arm in rolling engagement with the second roller. A drive tube rotatably coupled with the first and second cross members. A first pivot arm coupled with the drive tube, the first pivot arm rotatably coupled with the first arm. A second pivot arm coupled with the drive tube, the second pivot arm rotatably coupled with the second arm. The first arm including a base member. The base member having an aperture disposed through a surface thereof. A first linear actuator disposed in the base member, wherein a portion of the first linear actuator is disposed through the base member aperture. A first bracket disposed on a surface of the base member. The first bracket coupled with the first linear actuator. A sliding member slideably coupled with the base member. A second bracket coupled with the sliding member. The second arm including a third bracket disposed on a surface of the second arm, and a fourth bracket coupled with the second arm.
Road and curb partition bracket assembly comprise front and rear clamp brackets and a channel mounting bracket. Each partition bracket is drawn together by a bolt across a respective vehicle B-pillar for mounting a partition across an interior of a vehicle. The mounting of the partition bracket assembly with the partition attached is accomplished without disturbing an exterior or an interior of the B-pillars, or any contents therein on either side of the vehicle.
F16B 1/00 - Devices for securing together, or preventing relative movement between, constructional elements or machine parts
F16B 2/12 - Clamps, i.e. with gripping action effected by positive means other than the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening external, i.e. with contracting action using sliding jaws
F16B 5/00 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them
A rail mounting system may have a rail and a slide member. The rail has a base, two sidewalls, lip portions and ribs. Channels are formed by portions of the rail. The slide member has tabs with grooves that define legs. The lip portions and the ribs are slidably located within the groves and the legs are slidably located within the channels for selective movement of the slide member with respect to the rail.
A selectively lockable box and a method of using the box are described. The locking structure for the box may have a first bar, a second bar and a lock housing. The first and second bar engage with one another, and the lock, to lock the box. The first bar may be horizontally oriented to lock a box lid, and the
second bar may be a vertically oriented to lock other access areas of the box.
A ladder rack assembly for use on a motor vehicle. The ladder rack assembly has a sliding member that is linearly slidable relative to a base member and a ladder mounting member that is axially and radially movable relative to the base member. A first end portion of one or more first drive members are drivingly connected to at least a portion of one or more first shafts and a second end portion is pivotably connected to a first end portion of a first side portion of the ladder mounting member. One or more first linkage members drivingly connect the one or more first drive members to the sliding member. A first end portion of the one or more first linkage members are pivotably connected top the one or more first drive members and a second end portion are pivotably connected to a first end portion of the sliding member.
A ladder rack system for accommodating at least two stacked ladders thereon is disclosed. The system may have a stationary forward roof rail and a stationary rear roof rail. Pivotable ladder rack rear and pivotable ladder rack forward rails may also be provided. The ladder rack rear and forward rails may be selectively moved with respect to the stationary forward and rear roof rails via links that are connected to a connector bar and lever arm.
A vehicle roof rail assembly may have a rail with an upper channel, a first channel below the upper channel and a second channel below the first channel. The assembly may also have a mounting portion with a channel portion adapted to be selectively located at least partially within the second channel and for selective sliding movement within the second channel. The mounting portion may also have a foot portion connected to the channel portion. A base portion of the foot portion may be adapted to selectively pivot.
A shelf system that may be used with a vehicle is described. The shelf system may include first and second upright members forming an upright member plane. The shelf system may further include at least one floor rail with a U-shaped cross section having an inner lip and an outer lip separated by an offset, the outer lip being located in the upright member plane. The shelf system may further include at least one mid-rail with a Z-shaped cross section having an upstanding flange, a mid-span flange and a downstanding flange, wherein the downstanding flange is coplanar with the outer lip and the upright member plane. The shelf system may further include at least one upper rail of substantially constant thickness, the rail having a longitudinal portion and at least one transverse portion extending from the longitudinal portion, wherein the upper rail resides in the upright member plane.
A tool mounting device may have a base having a first base flange and a second base flange extending therefrom. A tool support may be connected to the first and second base flanges where the tool support may be adapted for selective pivotal motion with respect to the first and second base flanges. The tool support may have a first arm and a second arm and the arms may be connected by an arm base. The arms may also be adapted to support a tool thereon. A biasing member may be connected between one of the base flanges and the tool support.
A ladder rack system may have a slide with a support flange and a spanning flange. The system may also have a ladder support member adapted to selectively receive a portion of the support flange therein. The system may also have a pivot bracket pivotally connected to the ladder support member. The pivot bracket may be adapted to selectively move the ladder support member.
An adjustable modular shelving system is secureable to a rail mounting system in the cargo area of a vehicle. The shelving system includes a pair of end panels, each pair having an end panel flange with a plurality of end panel flange apertures. The end panel flange extends along a portion of an outer periphery of each of the pair of end panels. The shelving system may include a shelf having a base and a pair of shelf flanges which extend from longitudinal end portions of the base, one of the pair of shelf flanges includes a plurality of locking mechanisms and another one of the pair of shelf flanges include a plurality of shelf apertures. The locking mechanisms may securably connect with a first side of the pair of end panels, and the plurality of shelf apertures may securably connect with a second side of the pair of end panels.
A47B 47/02 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements made of metal only
A47B 57/18 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of the shelves consisting of screwbolts as connecting members
A47B 81/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units specially adapted for other particular purposes, e.g. for storing guns or skis
A47B 96/00 - Details of cabinets, racks or shelf units not covered by a single one of groups General details of furniture
B25H 5/00 - Tool, instrument or work supports or storage means used in association with vehiclesWorkers' supports, e.g. mechanics' creepers
A ladder rack includes: a frame assembly mountable on a vehicle, the frame assembly having at least two cross bows each including a principal length extending between opposite first and second ends; a pivot bracket pivotally coupled to the first ends of each cross bow, each pivot bracket adapted to support one side rail of a ladder, and each pivot bracket being pivotally moveable between a first position corresponding to the stowage position and a second position corresponding to the loading/unloading position; a stationary bracket disposed on each cross bow intermediate the first and second ends thereof, each stationary bracket adapted to abut another side rail of a ladder in the stowage position; a torsion bar interconnecting the pivot brackets; and a manually operable handle coupled to one of the torsion bar or a pivot bracket for moving the pivot brackets between the stowage position and the loading/unloading position.
A mounting system for detachably storing ladders comprising at least one elongate member with a length and opposed first and second ends. The system also includes a ledge adapted to be movable along the length of the elongate member. A securing latch is provided which is adapted to be movable along the length of the elongate member. The securing latch is pivotally carried on the elongate member. The securing latch can have a gas spring with a body pivotally attached to the elongate member and a rod pivotally attached to the latch. The latch has a profile complimentary to a surface of said ladder.
In one embodiment, the present disclosure is a modular construction of at least one partition panel combined with a structural footer rail, at least one close out wing, at least one header panel, optional gaskets to provide sound deadening between the cargo side and the cab side of the vehicle interior, and a structural reinforcing hoop to provide rigidity to the partition structure and create a "box" structure to the partition.
B60R 21/00 - Arrangements or fittings on vehicles for protecting or preventing injuries to occupants or pedestrians in case of accidents or other traffic risks
B62D 25/00 - Superstructure sub-unitsParts or details thereof not otherwise provided for
A tank rack may have a back frame member and at least two tank support members spaced apart from one another along the back frame member. Each of the tank support members may have two inner sections, two outer sections and a rear portion. The rear portion may be connected to the back frame member.
A locking system for a vehicle slide out device may have a paddle having a body portion and a flange portion. The system may also have a lever connected to the paddle where the lever has a locking pawl, and at least one pivot aperture. The system may also have a lever support located adjacent the lever, where the lever support may have at least one pivot extending through the at least one pivot aperture. The system may also have a frame member having a plurality of notches selectively aligned with the locking pawl.
A slide assembly for a ladder rack may be adapted to selectively move with respect to a rail. The assembly may have first and second slide walls connected together by an intermediate rail slide wall and at least one fastener, where the at least one fastener may be adapted to be slidably received within the rail. The assembly may also have a support flange connected to the second rail slide wall. The assembly may also have a housing connected to the support flange, where a retention tube is rotatably mounted within the housing. A first gripper member may be connected to the retention tube for selective movement therewith.
A partition for a vehicle is described. The partition separates the cargo area of the vehicle from the cab area of the vehicle. The partition may extend from floor to roof and from one side of the vehicle to the other side of the vehicle. The partition has a window so that the driver can see into the cargo portion. The window is positioned to ensure the driver can see through it in a variety of conditions.
One embodiment of a storage cabinet for use in a vehicle is described. The cabinet may have two side panels, a rear panel transverse to the side panels and a selectively openable top. A drawer is selectively located within the cabinet. A locking mechanism selectively locks the drawer within the cabinet. The locking mechanism has a solenoid and a solenoid plunger, and a locking flange. The plunger is selectively located within the locking flange to lock the drawer within the cabinet.
One embodiment of a ladder rack system and method of use are described. The system may have a ladder rack frame with an inner rail and an outer rail. The system may also have a ladder rack bed that is selectively moveable with respect to the ladder rack frame. The ladder rack bed may have an inner beam and an outer beam. The system may also have a driveshaft and at least one driveline arm that are connected together. The driveline arm is also connected to the ladder rack bed.
An adjustable modular shelving system is secureable to a rail mounting system in the cargo area of a vehicle. The shelving system includes a pair of end panels, each pair having an end panel flange with a plurality of end panel flange apertures. The end panel flange extends along a portion of an outer periphery of each of the pair of end panels. The shelving system may include a shelf having a base and a pair of shelf flanges which extend from longitudinal end portions of the base, one of the pair of shelf flanges includes a plurality of locking mechanisms and another one of the pair of shelf flanges include a plurality of shelf apertures. The locking mechanisms may securably connect with a first side of the pair of end panels, and the plurality of shelf apertures may securably connect with a second side of the pair of end panels.
A47B 47/02 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements made of metal only
A47B 57/18 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of the shelves consisting of screwbolts as connecting members
A47B 81/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units specially adapted for other particular purposes, e.g. for storing guns or skis
A47B 96/00 - Details of cabinets, racks or shelf units not covered by a single one of groups General details of furniture
B25H 5/00 - Tool, instrument or work supports or storage means used in association with vehiclesWorkers' supports, e.g. mechanics' creepers
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REAR LOADING, DROP DOWN LADDER RACK SYSTEM & METHOD OF USE
One embodiment of a ladder rack system and method of use are described. The system may have a ladder rack frame with an inner rail and an outer rail. The system may also have a ladder rack bed that is selectively moveable with respect to the ladder rack frame. The ladder rack bed may have an inner beam and an outer beam. The system may also have a driveshaft and at least one driveline arm that are connected together. The driveline arm is also connected to the ladder rack bed.
A shelf system that may be used with a vehicle is described. The shelf system may have a shelf member that selectively pivots between a raised position and a lowered position. The shelf system may have a frame system as well as a sub-frame system to support it within the vehicle.
A shelf system may have a shelf member, and a biasing bracket attached to the shelf member having a rear portion and a forward portion. The system may also have a biasing member having a first end connected to the rear portion of the biasing bracket and a second end connected to the shelf member. The forward portion of the biasing bracket may have a lower stop adapted to prevent the shelf member from extending below a horizontal orientation. And, a pivot bracket may be located behind the lower stop through which a pivot extends and into the biasing bracket to pemit selective movement of the shelf member.
