Abstract: An improved braking system for a hand cart is disclosed. The braking system is designed to be hand operated and to provide a simple mechanical stopping system for the cart. The system is lightweight and can be done at a lower cost than conventional braking systems and can prevent binding of the tires into the brakes.

Abstract: An improved braking system for a hand cart is disclosed. The braking system has a split axle which is rotatably connected to the cart frame. Braking components are affixed to each of the split axle sections. An actuator is connected to a caliper system, which caliper system is used to push the braking components together to lock the split axle into a single axle for braking or controlling the cart.

Abstract: A stowable platform for side access doors of trailers for commercial trucks is provided. The platform is designed to compactly fit into a storage cavity built into the trailer. This cavity can be underneath the floor of the vehicle. The platform is designed to slide out from its storage cavity and be positioned against the vehicle to provide side access to the vehicle. After removal from storage, the platform can be expanded to a much more convenient size for loading or unloading of the vehicle.

Abstract: An improved braking system for a hand cart is disclosed. The braking system has a split axle which is rotatably connected to the cart frame. Braking components are affixed to each of the split axle sections. An actuator is connected to a caliper system, which caliper system is used to push the braking components together to lock the split axle into a single axle for braking or controlling the cart.

Abstract: A system for assisting a user in unloading a hand cart is provided, including a rotatable handle for assisting the user in tilting the cart. The load is removed from the cart by tilting the cart forward, then pulling the cart out from under the tilted load. A spring-assisted handle mounted on the cart, which can be gripped and pulled by the user, assists the user in removing the load from the cart, in a simple and convenient manner.

Abstract: A detachable wheel system for a loading ramp is provided. The system comprises wheels which are easily attached for moving the ramp and detached from the ramp for storage. Also, the ramp surface can be provided with a serrated surface for additional grip for users of the ramp.

Abstract: A system for assisting a user in unloading a hand cart is provided, including a rotatable handle for assisting the user in tilting the cart. The load is removed from the cart by tilting the cart forward, then pulling the cart out from under the tilted load. A spring-assisted handle mounted on the cart, which can be gripped and pulled by the user, assists the user in removing the load from the cart, in a simple and convenient manner.

Abstract: An system for assisting a user in unloading a hand cart is provided, including a rotatable handle for assisting the user in tilting the cart. The load is removed from the cart by tilting the cart forward, then pulling the cart out from under the tilted load. A spring-assisted handle mounted on the cart, which can be gripped and pulled by the user, assists the user in removing the load from the cart, in a simple and convenient manner.

Abstract: An improved load securing bar for the transport industry includes telescoping tubes, the position of which can be adjusted relative to each other to control the length of the load securing bar for different size environments and different loads. The load securing bar preferably includes both a rough adjustment mechanism for relatively long length adjustments and a fine adjustment mechanism for more precise length adjustments. The fine adjustment mechanism includes a gear and rack assembly which are housed within the telescoping tubes.

Abstract: A braking system is provided having a rotatable split axle mounted laterally between the wheels of the hand cart. The axle is split in the middle of the axle to form two distinct segments. The adjacent ends of the axle have a longitudinal hole drilled in the axles and a pin is inserted between the holes to connect the two segments of the axle. A fixed hub for mounting the wheels is secured at the ends of the axle. The axle extends through bearing mounted on a bearing support brackets at the bottom of the hand cart. Each axle segment rotates with its respective wheel, and the axle segment and wheel on one side of the cart rotate independently of the other axle segment and wheel combination. A brake is mounted on the axle at the junction of the two axle segments. An actuator handle is mounted on the cart at a convenient point for actuating the brake. When the brake is manually operated, the braking force is applied to both segments of the axle to smoothly stop the hand cart.