Closure fasteners – Bolts – Hooked end
Patent
1994-07-11
1997-03-18
Lindsey, Rodney M.
Closure fasteners
Bolts
Hooked end
292230, 292DIG65, E05C 1910
Patent
active
056115792
ABSTRACT:
A cabinet mounted latch is activated by the movements of an earthquake from a ready position. The latch then engages a door mounted hook to prevent door opening, preventing loss of contents and personal injury. The device may be manually activated or inactivated to provide on demand childproofing or unobstructed door use.
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Lindsey Rodney M.
Millner Monica E.
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