Device for and method of securing items in a cargo bed

Abstract

An assembly of a number of perforated sheets with fasteners and braces to temporarily and adjustably provide variable partitions and means for securing items within the cargo bed of a truck or trailer, uses a set of flat rectangular sheets that are perforated by an array of regularly spaced holes to accept connectors and bolts to secure braces or fixtures to the sheets in a variety of configurations including at least a base sheet sized to fit horizontally on the cargo bed and / or vertical partition sheets with sockets along the long edges, spaced the same as the sheet holes and secured to the base sheet by pegs and braces and fixtures such as rings, adjustable length bars or hooks are usefully attachable to the sheets by bolts or by pegs inserted into the holes.

Description

[0001]This Application is a division of application 12 / 074793, filed Mar. 6, 2008.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]A. Field of Invention[0003]The present invention relates generally to devices used in securing items in a cargo bed and methods for doing so, and more particularly to a new and improved device and method for securing items in the cargo bed of a truck or trailer.[0004]B. Description of Related Art[0005]Conventional trucks and trailers feature an open cargo bed that is accessible from the top and / or through a tail gate or door at the rear of the cargo bed, and which extends from the back of the cab to the tail gate. Frequently the floor of the cargo bed is formed with ridges extending from front to back to increase strength of the floor, and the floor is usually uninterrupted from the front to the rear for the purpose of facilitating loading by sliding items into the cargo bed from the rear, through the tail gate. Items also may be loaded into the cargo bed from the top a...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention aims to provide a new device that is easy to assemble, install, and use in different configurations. This device meets specific requirements and is safe to use.

Problems solved by technology

Certain load items tend to slide in a cargo bed due to inertia when the truck or trailer is in motion, which can be an inconvenience and at times dangerous.

Neither the cargo bed floor or sides provide a convenient means for easily securing the position of items loaded in the cargo bed when such items are not of sufficient size to be securely held in place by the walls and / or tail gate.

Alternatively, items may be temporarily lashed in place by means of rope or webbing secured to eyelets or other fittings on the perimeter of the cargo bed, a method that can be unreliable and dependent on the skill of the user.

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