CA1289112C - Load restraint net - Google Patents

Load restraint net

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CA1289112C
CA1289112C CA000522399A CA522399A CA1289112C CA 1289112 C CA1289112 C CA 1289112C CA 000522399 A CA000522399 A CA 000522399A CA 522399 A CA522399 A CA 522399A CA 1289112 C CA1289112 C CA 1289112C
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net
fabric
mounting points
trunk
cord
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Smith E. Purdy
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Polytech Netting Industries Inc
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Polytech Netting Industries LP USA
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Priority to CA000522399A priority Critical patent/CA1289112C/en
Priority to GB8716760A priority patent/GB2196907B/en
Priority to DE3725694A priority patent/DE3725694A1/en
Priority to SE8703059A priority patent/SE463142B/en
Priority to IT8783432A priority patent/IT8783432A0/en
Priority to JP62200756A priority patent/JPS63121545A/en
Priority to KR870009170A priority patent/KR880006077A/en
Priority to FR8712213A priority patent/FR2606343A1/en
Priority to AU80531/87A priority patent/AU592235B2/en
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    • BPERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60RVEHICLES, VEHICLE FITTINGS, OR VEHICLE PARTS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • B60R9/00Supplementary fittings on vehicle exterior for carrying loads, e.g. luggage, sports gear or the like
    • BPERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60RVEHICLES, VEHICLE FITTINGS, OR VEHICLE PARTS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • B60R7/00Stowing or holding appliances inside vehicle primarily intended for personal property smaller than suit-cases, e.g. travelling articles, or maps
    • B60R7/005Nets or elastic pockets tensioned against walls or backrests
    • BPERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60PVEHICLES ADAPTED FOR LOAD TRANSPORTATION OR TO TRANSPORT, TO CARRY, OR TO COMPRISE SPECIAL LOADS OR OBJECTS
    • B60P7/00Securing or covering of load on vehicles
    • B60P7/06Securing of load
    • B60P7/08Securing to the vehicle floor or sides
    • B60P7/0876Securing to the vehicle floor or sides using restraining net or tarpaulin in contact with the load

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Abstract

ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE
The disclosure herein describes a load restraint net for mounting in the trunk of a vehicle in order to hold down or restrain loads such as luggage, baggage, bags or the like. The net comprises a meshed fabric with an elastic cord engaging the peripheral open spaces of the fabric; hooks are provided at corners of the fabric in order to engage mounting points provided in the trunk of the vehicle. The mounting points are so disposed as to define a load receiving area when the net is attached to the mounting points. The elasticity of the cord allows this area to be extended to receive loads and to cause retraction of the net on the loads to restrain them in the trunk.

Description

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FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to a load restraint net particularly intended to be mounted in the trunk of a car vehicle or rear of a station wagon vehicle to restrain loads such as luggage, baggage, bags, groceries etc.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Loads, especially shopping bags, which are placed in the trunk of a vehicle are not restrained from moving and tipping during displacement of the vehicle. One present method of holding down these bags is to rest them against adjacent heavier loads. Often, however such other loads are not always available resulting in the contents of the bags falling out whenever a sharp turn or stop is effected.
OBJECTS AND STATEMENT OF THE INVENTION
It is an object of the present invention to provide in the trunk of a vehicle a means for holding the loads in place during the displacement of the vehicle.
This is achieved by providing in the trunk of the vehicle mounting points to which a load restraint net may be attached. The net is formed of a meshed fabric with a cord extending preferably in the open spaces of the fabric. Attachment means are provided a-t predetermined locations along the periphery of the fabric so that -the net may be secured to these mounting 8~12 points. The disposition of the mounting points in the trunk is such as to define a load receiving area which, due to the resiliency provided in the net, may be extended to receive loads. The net is subsequently retracted in order to maintain the loads in place in the trunk area.
In one preferred form of the invention, the cord is elastic and is the element which provides the resiliency to the net.
In another form of the invention, the fabric has a rectangular contour with the area of the fabric being greater than the area defined by the contour. In one alternative, the mounting points are located on the floor of the trunk so that the net will have a hold down effect on the loads. In another alternative, the mounting points are located on the rear lamp panel of the vehicle and on wheel wells in the trunk.
In another form of the invention, the fabric has a trapezoidal configuration, with its lower shorter side resting on the floor of the trunk.
Other objects and further scope of applicability of the present invention will become apparent from the detailed description given hereinafter. It should be understood, however, that this detailed description, while indicating preferred embodiments of the invention, is given by way of illustration only, since various changes and ': ~, ' -modifications within the spirit and scope of the invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Figure 1 is a perspective view showing the rear portion of a station wagon vehicle and a load restraint net made in accordance with the present invention;
Figure 2 is an enlarged perspective view showing the attachment means of the net secured to a mounting point;
Figure 3 is a perspective view showing the trunk of a car vehicle and a net made in accordance with the present inven-tion;
Figure 4 is a perspective view showing another embodiment of a load restraint net made in accordance with the present invention; and Figure 5 is a perspective view of the trunk of a vehicle showing ~he location of mounting points therein.
DESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED EMBODIMENT
Referring to figs 1 and 2, there is shown a first embodiment of the present invention wherein the trunk section of a vehicle, such as that of a station wagon, has a floor 10 to which are secured four mounting points ~three of which are shown as) 12, 14, 16.

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A net 20 made in accordance with the present invention is shown extending over the floor resting on a series of loads 21 (represented here as shopping bags). The net comprises a meshed fabric 22 having a rectangular contour 24, the contour area being smaller than the total surface area of the fabric so as to adopt the configuration shown. In this embodiment, the contour 24 is defined by a cord which is continuous passing through the open peripheral spaces of the fabric. The free ends of the cord are sewn together in one of the two opposite fold over band portions 25 of the net. The corners of the peripheral cord 24 displays loops 26 which are formed by sewings 28. A
snap hook 30 is attached to each loop 26 and is engageable with the crossbar portion 32 of the anchor element 12 representing the mounting point on the floor of the trunk.
Referring to figure 3, a net 21 similar to net 20 but without fold over side portions is shown in the trunk of another vehicle. In this embodiment, two mounting points 32 and 34 are provided on the inside surface of the rear lamp panel 36 of the vehicle to which the two rear hooks 30 of the net are to be mounted. Two other mounting points 37 are provided on the wheel wells (one of which is shown as 38) for connection with the front two hooks 30 of the net. The mounting points on wheel wells 38 may consist of holes ~2~

provided on the seam extension 39 of the wheel wells and located at a certain distance from the floor of the trunk. With the arrangement of figure 3, the net has a hold-down effect on the baggages in a manner similar to the net 20 of figure 1.
Referring to figs 4 and 5, another embodiment of a net in accordance with the present invention is illustrated. The net 40 has a trapezoidal shape with the shorter side thereof extending along the floor of the trunk. Mounting points 42 are provided on -the inside wall of the rear lamp panel 43 in a manner similar to that illustrated in figure 3. In this embodiment, the net has a side restraining effect on the bags 44 securing the bags to rest against the rear panel. This is achieved by locating the lower mounting points 50 closer to the floor 46 of the trunk 48 (see fig 5)on the seam extension 52 of the wheel wells 54.
The fabric of the net of the present invention as well as the fold-over portions 25 are preferably made of a black colour fast synthetic material (i.e. NYLON ) to ensure no leaching of dyed ions.
In one form of the invention, the cord should have a core of polyester yarn and a cover of black colour-fas-t multi-filament polypropylene or NYLONt'm-material. This material should also be capable of meeting a given pulling strength and of resisting to , : , : '' low temperatures.
Although the invention has been described with reference to specific forms, it will be evident to the person skilled in the art that it may be refined and modified in various ways. For example, the resiliency of the net could be obtained from the meshed fabric instead of the cord as described above. The present invention may also be used for similar applications: for example, the net assembly may be installed across the rear inside of mini-vans where it prevents the contents from falling out when -the rear door is opened. The assembly may also be installed in the cargo box of light body trucks where it is mounted on the inside of the box as pocket restraint nets. It is therefore wished that the present invention should not be limited in interpretation except by the terms of the following claims.

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Claims (11)

1. In combination with the rear portion of a vehicle having mounting points therein, a load restraint net adapted to be attached to said mounting points to engage and restrain load placed in said rear portion, said net comprising:
- a meshed fabric;
- a cord engaging the peripheral open spaces of said meshed fabric; and - attachment means at predetermined locations along the periphery of said meshed fabric for securing said net to said mounting points in said rear portion, the location of said mounting points in said rear portion being such as to define a load receiving area when said net is attached in said rear portion;
said net displaying resiliency so that said area may be extended to receive loads therewithin and to retract thereon to restrain said loads in position in said area.
2. A net as defined in claim 1, wherein said cord is elastic and provides the resiliency in said net.
3. A net as defined in claim 1 or claim 2, wherein said cord is continuous along the periphery of said meshed fabric; said attachment means being defined by loops formed in said cord at said predetermined locations.
4. A net as defined in claim 1, wherein said cord and said fabric are colour-fast.
5. A net as defined in claim 1, wherein said cord and said fabric are flame resistant.
6. A net as defined in claim 1, wherein said meshed fabric has a rectangular contour, the area of said fabric being greater than the area defined by said contour.
7. A net as defined in claim 1, wherein said rear portion consists of a trunk; said meshed fabric having a trapezoidal contour, the longer side thereof extending along the floor of said trunk.
8. A net as defined in claim 7, wherein said mounting points comprise two anchor points provided in a rear lamp panel of said trunk and two anchor points provided on said floor.
9. A net as defined in claim 6 or claim 7, wherein said mounting points comprise two anchor points provided in a rear lamp panel of said rear portion and two anchor points respectively provided on wheel wells in said rear portion.
10. A net as defined in claim 6, wherein said mounting points consist of four anchor points on the floor of said rear portion.
11. In combination with the trunk of a vehicle including a rear lamp panel, wheel wells and a floor, and mounting points in said trunk, a load restraint net comprising:
- a substantially rectangular meshed fabric;
- an elastic cord engaging the peripheral open spaces of said meshed fabric; and - attachment means at the four corners of said meshed fabric adapted to be secured to said mounting points in said trunk, the location of said mounting points being such as to provide a load receiving area when said net is attached to said mounting points;
- said cord providing resiliency so that said area may be extended to receive loads therein and said fabric retracted thereon to hold said loads in position in said area.
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Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
CA000522399A CA1289112C (en) 1986-11-06 1986-11-06 Load restraint net
GB8716760A GB2196907B (en) 1986-11-06 1987-07-16 Load restraint net
DE3725694A DE3725694A1 (en) 1986-11-06 1987-08-03 CHARGING HOLDING NET
SE8703059A SE463142B (en) 1986-11-06 1987-08-05 LASTFOERANKRINGSNAET
IT8783432A IT8783432A0 (en) 1986-11-06 1987-08-07 NET TO HOLD LOADS.
JP62200756A JPS63121545A (en) 1986-11-06 1987-08-11 Net for holding freight
KR870009170A KR880006077A (en) 1986-11-06 1987-08-21 Load restraint net
FR8712213A FR2606343A1 (en) 1986-11-06 1987-09-02 LOAD RETAINING NET, ESPECIALLY FOR CAR TRUNK AND THE LIKE
AU80531/87A AU592235B2 (en) 1986-11-06 1987-10-30 Load restraint net

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GB (1) GB2196907B (en)
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DE3725694A1 (en) 1988-05-19
SE8703059L (en) 1988-05-07
FR2606343A1 (en) 1988-05-13
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