Supports: racks – Special article
Patent
1990-08-16
1992-08-25
Purol, David M.
Supports: racks
Special article
211162, 206448, A47F 700
Patent
active
051411148
ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for handling sheet metal stampings such as automotive body panels. A rack is disclosed in which a plurality of runner assemblies are positioned proximate the floor of the rack with each runner assembly including a galvanized steel base member secured to the floor structure of the rack and a top member secured to the base member. The top member includes a galvanized steel substrate and a cladding applied to the upper face of the substrate. The cladding comprises a lubricous material such, for example, as a polypropylene so that the cladding not only provides a mar-resistant surface to protect the finish of the sheet metal stamping but further provides a low friction lubricous surface to facilitate the sliding movement of the stamping along the runner as the stamping is moved into and out of the associated rack structure.
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Binienda Robert W.
Cate David L.
Cate, Jr. Lyle L.
Wright Kim W.
Cate Metal Products, Inc.
Purol David M.
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