Buckles – buttons – clasps – etc. – Strap tighteners – Strap-attached folding lever
Reexamination Certificate
2006-06-26
2009-12-22
Brittain, James R (Department: 3677)
Buckles, buttons, clasps, etc.
Strap tighteners
Strap-attached folding lever
C024S0680CD
Reexamination Certificate
active
07634841
ABSTRACT:
A load binder for use in connection with a typical tie strap for securing a load for transport is provided. The load binder includes elements that are conformable to the shape of a particular load and which prevent the tie down from twisting upon itself. The load binder essentially comprises a body having and a handle pivotally attached to the body, a link pivotally attached to the handle, a first tie down engaging element attached to the link by a ball joint and a second tie down engaging element attached to the threaded shaft by a ball joint. The freely movable ball joints coupling the tie engaging elements to the binder allow the binder to conform to the shape of the load and also prevent the tie down from twisting upon itself. Additionally, a safety latch is incorporated into the binder which positively locks the handle in position relative to the body.
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Brittain James R
Seaby George A.
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