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Ratchet strapping device

  • US 7,909,306 B2
  • Filed: 09/18/2009
  • Issued: 03/22/2011
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/18/2008
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. An improved ratchet strapping device, comprising:

  • a frame including two lateral members, the lateral members each including a first exterior surface;

    a first strap connected to the frame;

    an axle installed on the frame and supported by the lateral members of the frame;

    a second strap connected to the axle, wherein the axle includes a slot through which the second strap is directed;

    two ratchets rigidly mounted on the axle and adjacent to the first exterior surface of the frame;

    a non-pivoting first detent slidably installed on the first exterior surface of the frame between an operative position in engagement with the ratchets and an idle position away from the ratchets;

    a handle including two support members pivotally installed on the axle, the support members each including a second exterior surface;

    a release device mounted on the second exterior surface of the handle, wherein the release device includes a non-pivoting second detent operable between an operative position in engagement with the ratchets and an idle position away from the ratchets;

    wherein each of the two lateral members of the frame includes a first cam having a radius greater than the ratchets and on which the non-pivoting second detent slides; and

    wherein each of the two support members of the handle includes a second cam having a radius greater than the ratchets and on which the non-pivoting first detent slides.

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