Grip latch and hinge mechanism for a flip table

Details Grip latch and hinge mechanism for a flip table Grip latch and hinge mechanism for a flip table

2009-06-11

2011-12-06

Chen, Jose V (Department: 3637)

Horizontally supported planar surfaces

Folding

C108S132000, C248S188600

Reexamination Certificate

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08069795

ABSTRACT:
A flip-type nesting table includes a frame, a tabletop that pivots between an operative position and a storage position and a hinge and latch assembly that controls the movement of the tabletop between the operative position and the storage position. The hinge and latch assembly includes a pair of hinge brackets that each mount to a rear cross-member. Each hinge bracket includes a front latch that engages a front cross-member to hold the tabletop in the operative position. A rear latch is operable to engage the rear cross-member to hold the tabletop in its upright, storage position. The hinge and latch assembly includes a pull handle coupled to a cross bar that can be used to simultaneously move the latch members to allow movement of the tabletop between the usage position and the storage position.

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