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US 4,344,368 AGranted
Universal pallet
AssigneeThe Stanley Works
InventorsJohn L. Remington, Robert W. Moyer
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Abstract
An improved pallet for the storage of goods is disclosed which features a generally planar basic pallet adapted for ready transport and storage and for affixation thereto of a plurality of superstructures, each superstructure being designed for storage of a specific class of goods. The basic pallet is suited for storage within a modular array of storage locations, and is adapted to mate with, e.g., a forklift truck for being moved, thus performing the dual functions of pallet adaptable for carriage of a variety of goods, and adjustable shelf.
Claims9
In combination:
- a stationary support means, and
- a universal pallet for the storage of goods, said pallet comprising:
- a generally planar upper surface, comprising means for affixation of selected superstructure means chosen for the convenient storage of classes of goods;
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- a base, said base comprising hook and bar means adapted to mate with said support means for storing said pallet, and means for mating with transport means;
- said support means comprising front and rear upright support means, said front upright support means comprising a plurality of spaced vertically opening notches for mating with said hook means on said pallet, and said rear upright support means comprising a plurality of similarly spaced horizontally opening notches for engagement with said bar means.
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