Pallet-ramp coupling apparatus and method

Details Pallet-ramp coupling apparatus and method Pallet-ramp coupling apparatus and method

2007-06-12

2008-10-28

Hartmann, Gary S (Department: 3671)

Bridges

Gangway, ramp, or dock leveler

C014S077100, C403S292000, C403S353000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07441295

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for integrating the steps of securing and aligning a ramp to the pallet. A pallet mounting bracket secures to a pallet and mates with a corresponding ramp mounting bracket secured to a ramp. A pallet mounting bracket includes a registration receptacle that receives a registration member secured to the ramp mounting bracket in order to position the ramp with respect to the pallet. A driving member secured to the pallet mounting bracket engages a corresponding engagement portion on the ramp mounting bracket as the ramp is lowered into place next to the pallet. The driving member urges the engagement portion toward the pallet thereby urging a fastener secured to the ramp mounting bracket into engagement with a locking portion secured to the pallet mounting bracket thereby locking the ramp into position in alignment with the pallet.

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