Vertical transport systems and methods

Details Vertical transport systems and methods Vertical transport systems and methods

2006-10-31

2008-08-19

Cuomo, Peter M. (Department: 3654)

Elevator, industrial lift truck, or stationary lift for vehicle

Having specific load support drive-means or its control

Includes gear on support mating with stationary rack or chain

C187S245000, C187S409000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07413057

ABSTRACT:
The invention provides for a transport system and method of using the transport system. The transport system may include a transport track; and a platform assembly that transports along the transport track, the platform assembly including (1) a cargo platform; and (2) a pair of drive pinion trucks mounted on opposing sides of the cargo platform, each drive pinion truck engaged with the transport track for movement along the transport track. The drive pinion trucks may be provided with a leveling system to provide leveling of the cargo platform during operation.

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