Cargo container handling system and associated method

Details Cargo container handling system and associated method Cargo container handling system and associated method

2009-04-10

2010-12-07

Keenan, James (Department: 3652)

Material or article handling

Process

Of loading or unloading load-transporting type vehicle and...

C244S118100, C244S137100, C414S341000, C414S399000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07845898

ABSTRACT:
A system and method for cargo handling is provided. The system includes a transport vehicle including a cargo bay capable of housing a plurality of cargo containers, and a loading dock for coupling to the cargo bay. The system also includes at least one railcar and pylons positioned along a floor of the cargo bay. A predetermined number of pylons are operable to elevate and lower a cargo container within the cargo bay. The present invention also provides a railcar for transporting cargo containers, as well as an apparatus for positioning at least one cargo container within a transport vehicle. The present invention also provides a system for aligning a loading dock and a transport vehicle that includes a mechanism for adjusting the height of the transport vehicle or loading dock, or a plurality of engagement members that are capable of aligning the loading dock and transport vehicle.

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