Track flag holder

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1997-09-09

1999-05-18

Chilcot, Richard

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116 30, 116173, 246 1C, 246477, G09F7/18

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059052163

ABSTRACT:
A track flag holder is disclosed for attachment to a railroad track in order to support flags designed to alert train operators. The track flag holder includes an adjustable clamp assembly, a flag assembly, and a flag. The adjustable clamp assembly includes a base member designed for passage beneath the track. A modified clevis and a latch pin are used to secure the adjustable clamp assembly to the track. The flag assembly is coupled to the adjustable clamp assembly and includes an arm to which the flag may be mounted. In preferred embodiments of the invention; a padlock or other appropriated security mechanism may be used to secure the track flag holder and deter vandalism.

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