Abstract: Described is a cargo apparatus (10) including a base (16) having at least one end (30) and at least one side (28), with the at least one end having at least one laterally inside post (20) extending therefrom, and with the at least one side having at least one laterally outside post (18) extending therefrom. At least one end bracket (24) and at least one side bracket (22) are pivotably and translatably mounted to the base, wherein the brackets each have at least one support leg (38, 44) with a mounting end (42, 48). The mounting end pivotably mounts to its respective post on the base between open and closed positions and also translatably mounts to its respective post between an unlocked position distal the post and a locked position proximal the post, whereby the apparatus is collapsible to a closed portable position, and is foldable to a sturdy, open position.

Abstract: A load rack is for use in carrying long loads in a pickup truck having a bed and a tailgate. The rack can include a load bar supported by a left stance on one end and by a right stance on the other end. A footer section on each stance including a lower surface adapted to rest on the truck bed and a down turned portion extending below the lower surface to engage the space between the truck bed and tailgate.

Abstract: A ladder rack assembly for a work vehicle comprises first and second tubular extrusions that are designed to extend across the width dimension of the vehicle above its roof line where the extrusion is designed to include a pair of parallel channels including a wedge-shaped flange whereby clamping plates may be coupled to the flanges for rigidly joining the extruded cross members to vertically extending support legs. The support legs themselves may have the same cross sectional profile as the extruded cross member when the ladder rack assembly is to be affixed to the box of a pickup truck. Alternatively, a special clamping mechanism is provided for coupling the cross members of the ladder rack assembly to the rain diverter rail of the motor vehicle when the ladder rack assembly is to be used with a van, SUV or panel truck.

Abstract: A storage enclosure includes a base including a top panel extending transversely from a front panel. The base is attachable to a load deck of an open deck vehicle such that an enclosed space is defined by the front and top panels and the load deck. The base includes mounts within the enclosed space that are attachable to a bracket for attaching the base to the load deck. The top panel includes side portions that extend from opposite ends of the front panel, and a removable cover panel is disposed between the side portions. A cage is mounted to the base that defines a cage compartment above the top panel. The cage includes legs that extend through the base and are engaged by locking elements to removably secure the cage to the base. The cage includes frame segments that are releasably connected to one another by release pins.

Abstract: A scaffold rack system, trailer or skid mounted, consisting of support arms with retainers to hang the scaffold panels on, a trough to contain the scaffold bracing, and compartments to store and secure scaffold platforms or planks, providing a safe and easy way of handling, organizing, transporting, and storing construction scaffolding and accessories.

Abstract: A tailgate for a vehicle has a supplemental tailgate that retracts within the tailgate and is extendable therefrom in order to provide different assist functions. The supplemental tailgate may include a pivotable molding, which mounts on a movable frame portion, a latching assembly, and a gravity latch assembly. When pivoted, the pivotable molding releases the latching assembly, allowing the supplemental tailgate to be moved to various extended positions. The gravity latch assembly engages the pivotable molding to prevent the pivotable molding from being pivoted when the tailgate is in the generally vertical closed position, and disengages the pivotable molding to allow for pivoting when the tailgate is in the generally horizontal open position.

Abstract: A pair of opposed A-frames are positioned uprightly on a flat bed chassis. A downwardly descending side leg on each side of each A-frame rests on an axially mounted beam. The beam is attached to the underside of the flat bed chassis and extends outwardly from a side surface of the flat bed trailer and is angled upwardly to support a bottom edge of a building material slab or sheet.

Abstract: A tailgate for a vehicle has a supplemental tailgate that retracts within the tailgate and is extendable therefrom in order to provide bed extender, box extender and step assist functions. The supplemental tailgate includes a pivotable molding, which mounts on a movable frame portion, and a latching assembly. When pivoted, the pivotable molding releases the latching assembly, allowing the supplemental tailgate to be moved to various extended positions. When the supplemental tailgate is in its stowed position, the pivotable molding may be aligned with the top surface of the tailgate in order to provide an esthetically pleasing appearance and provide paint scratch resistance. When the movable frame portion is in an essentially fully extended position, it may be rotated relative to the tailgate in order to provide the box extender and assist step functions.

Abstract: A pickup truck bed frame is described that includes a frame member, a left support structure, and a right support structure. The frame member includes a frame member left end constructed for attachment to a pickup truck bed left sidewall, a frame member right end constructed for attachment to a pickup truck bed right sidewall, and a central member constructed to extend across a pickup truck cab from the frame member left end to the frame member right end. The left support structure includes a left support arm having a left support arm first end constructed for attachment to the frame member, and a left support arm second end constructed for attachment to a pickup truck left sidewall. The right support structure includes a right support arm having a right support arm first end constructed for attachment to the frame member, and a right support arm second end constructed for attachment to a pickup truck bed right sidewall.

Abstract: A rack includes a base section that is securely mounted on the top of a land vehicle and an item-engaging section that is movably mounted on the base section. The item-engaging section moves on rollers between a stored position that is basically congruent with the base section and a deployed position that locates ladders or like items being stored on the vehicle adjacent to the side of the land vehicle.

Abstract: A receiver assembly (10) allows one to carry an elongated article or articles having a length exceeding a load bed/rack of a vehicle to which the receiver assembly (10) is attached. The receiver assembly includes a central frame member (14), a pair of mounting brackets (30) to secure the central frame member (14) and load bed/rack extender assembly (50). The bed/rack extender assembly (50) includes a pair of L-shaped space support members (60,62). Either end of the spaced support members may be connected into the accessory receivers (52) so that the extender assembly (50) may be selectively secured in one of two positions.

Abstract: A load rack is for use in carrying long loads in a pickup truck having a bed and a tailgate. The rack can include a load bar supported by a left stance on one end and by a right stance on the other end. A footer section on each stance including a lower surface adapted to rest on the truck bed and a down turned portion extending below the lower surface to engage the space between the truck bed and tailgate.

Abstract: A vehicle-mounted system includes a platform that is attachable to a front and a rear of a vehicle. A main surface of the platform is located above the vehicle. One or more ramps are rotatably connected to the platform. Each of the ramps includes an extending portion located under a top surface of the ramp. A first hydraulic system is configured to incline the ramps relative to the main surface of the platform. A second hydraulic system is configured to extend the extending portions of the ramps.

Abstract: A truck rack with a platform mounts over a pickup bed and within a pickup canopy, leaving a generally unobstructed view through the pickup rear window. The platform is supported above the cab rear window in its store position but lowered on one end for loading as the other end pivots on a frame. To minimize valuable space within the canopy above the window, the platform locates in store position between upper frame members. In a preferred embodiment, the rack is supported in a supplemental frame that pivots on a primary frame forward in the truck bed. When released from a lock position, the rack moves longitudinally, forward and rearward in the truck bed, in the supplemental frame for ease of loading.

Abstract: A pickup truck bed load carrying rack is described. A pickup truck bed load carrying rack is supported by the bedrails of the pickup truck bed. It is designed to carry items that are too long to fit in the bed of a pickup or to carry items so as to free up space that is needed in the pickup bed. The rack includes two tubular horizontal crossbars (4), two tubular braces (6), tubular brace connecting straps (6a) four tubular vertical supporting braces (8), and braces (12). All of the above are supported by two horizontal brackets (10) which in turn are supported by bedrails (18).

Abstract: A truck storage rack system that allows quick assembly and disassembly of the rack having a minimum number of components. The rack includes side panels that contain tall or bulky materials during transport. The rack includes collapsible support members that locks the rack in place and protects the rear cab window. The support members easily lock unto the side panels allowing full storage capacity for the truck bed.

Abstract: A modular, reconfigurable rack system including a plurality of members each including a tenon on selected external surfaces thereof, and a plurality of joint members each including a mortise section releasably clampable on the tenon of a first member and a tang receivable in the end of a second member, the tang including an adjustable bearing block which engages an internal surface of the second member to releasably lock the tang inside the second member.

Abstract: A vehicle cargo rack is provided with a carrier member and a carrier positioning device for positioning the carrier member. The carrier member is positionable in at least a deployed position and a stored position.

Abstract: A lift assembly that can be reversibly installed in the bed of a pick-up truck or other flat bed transport means. At least four telescoping support legs are disposed at the four corners of the truck bed and support the upper rails on which the load is placed. The support legs are made up of a series of nested threaded segments driven by a similarly threaded drive shaft. A reversible motor associated with each support leg enables the segments to rotate in a forward direction to raise the load and to rotate in the reverse direction to lower the load. The motors are activated simultaneously and powered by the truck battery. The raising and lowering motion is smooth and continuous and can be stopped at any desired height. The lift assembly enables the height of the load to be easily changed by one person without any disturbance or shifting of the load.

Abstract: A storage apparatus includes a frame suitably shaped to fit within the confines of a vehicle bed. One or more securing members are structured to engage the frame and a surface of the vehicle bed to hold the frame in a fixed relationship relative to the vehicle. The apparatus is designed to be non-invasively installed in the vehicle bed, i.e. without modification to the bed such as drilling or cutting. A cargo tray unit is structured to slide relative to the frame, being rearwardly extensible from the vehicle bed.

Abstract: A truck rack supports one or more cumbersome items in a truck bed. The truck rack comprises a rectangular frame having two horizontal sides and two vertical sides. The frame has two lower corners and two upper corners. Further, the frame has a pair of opposing legs extend laterally from each of the lower corners and the frame has a pair of opposing articulated arms extending laterally from the upper corners. Each of the opposing articulated arms comprises a plurality of sections joined by hinges.

Abstract: A car body part for a motor vehicle has an outer skin formed of an at least partially deformable material. An inner layer is formed of a foamed plastic. A mounting part which is placed in a recess of the outer skin and is anchored via an interlocking fit between the outer skin and a deformed portion of the mounting part. The interlocking fit may be created when the foamed plastic is expanded in a mold, which increases interior pressure within the mold and deforms the outer skin against the mounting part.

Abstract: The subject of the current invention is an eight-functions-in-one truck tailgate extender. It consists of a load-carrying member positioned parallel to and proximate the upper edge of a truck tailgate with one or more telescoping assemblies connecting the load-carrying member to either the tailgate or to the truck body. Depending on the degree of extension of the telescoping assemblies, the load-carrying member may be resting on or near the top of the tailgate, or it may be extended at various lengths up to the full extension of the telescoping assemblies. A locking mechanism between the individual elements of the telescoping assemblies allows the load-carrying member to be affixed at varying distances away from the top of the tailgate. Further, the load-carrying member has a plurality of holes, or other suitable means along its length, to serve as tie-down points for various width loads. The load-carrying member can also be fitted with one or more horizontal, elongate members which serve as a bicycle rack.

Abstract: A lift assembly that can be reversibly installed in the bed of a pick-up truck or other flat bed transport means. At least four telescoping support legs are disposed at the four corners of the truck bed and support the upper rails on which the load is placed. The support legs are made up of a series of nested threaded segments driven by a similarly threaded drive shaft. A reversible motor associated with each support leg enables the segments to rotate in a forward direction to raise the load and to rotate in the reverse direction to lower the load. The motors are activated simultaneously and powered by the truck battery. The raising and lowering motion is smooth and continuous and can be stopped at any desired height. The lift assembly enables the height of the load to be easily changed by one person without any disturbance or shifting of the load.

Abstract: A modular, reconfigurable rack system including a plurality of members each including a tenon on selected external surfaces thereof, and a plurality of joint members each including a mortise section releasably clampable on the tenon of a first member and a tang receivable in the end of a second member, the tang including an adjustable bearing block which engages an internal surface of the second member to releasably lock the tang inside the second member.

Abstract: Described is a vehicle roof for a passenger car or the like with a roof panel (1), whose longitudinal edges (2) can each be fastened to a frame side rail (3) of the roof frame of the vehicle body. On this vehicle roof it is provided according to invention, that the roof panel (1), on the longitudinal edge of each side, carries a leg (4) of an angle sheet (5) in a permanent fitting arrangement for additional support and for a fastening arrangement onto the frame side rails (3) of the roof frame and that its respective other leg (6) can be fastened to one of the frame side rails (3).

Abstract: A vehicular window system includes a window assembly that is adapted to be mounted in an opening of a vehicle. The window assembly includes at least one window panel and a mounting member, which is fixedly attached to a surface of the window panel. The window assembly further preferably includes an attachment member, which is attached to the mounting member.

Abstract: A rear body structure of a vehicle has a pair of first reinforcement members, second reinforcement members and third reinforcement members. The first members are provided from both edges of the roof to a front section of the pickup bed. Each first member is provided so that its front section lies along one of the edges of the roof while its rear section lies along one of the first pillars. The second members are provided on upper edges of side panels provided at both sides of the pickup bed from the front to rear ends of the pickup bed. Each second member is jointed, at the front end to one of the first members. Each second member is segmented into a first crushable zone and a second zone. The first zone is located behind the second zone and more fragile than the second zone against the load applied from behind the vehicle.

Abstract: A versatile loading arc system for a pickup truck comprising a bed extending between a front end adjacent the truck's cabin and a rear end and two side walls, the system comprising a front arc having a top bar extending between two side legs fixed at a front end of the bed and a rear arc having a top bar ending between two side legs. The rear arc is swingably supported by two swinging arms each pivotally hinged to sides of the bed at a location intermediate the rear end and the front end of the bed. The rear arc is swingably displaceable between a front position in which it adjoins the front arc, and at least one rear position in which it extends parallel at or adjacent the rear end of the bed.

Abstract: An expandable rack for a truck bed used to transport lumber and the like is provided by a plurality of folding legs rigidly connected to an upper frame that supports the lumber. The folding legs allow the upper frame to retract completely within the truck bed compartment so as not to protrude over the edge of the truck bed side walls when not in use. Further, the configuration of the present invention provides an unobstructed truck bed in that no portion of the expandable rack except the folding legs occupy space on the truck bed floor, allowing the truck bed to be loaded without having to position the loaded materials over or around the rack. The present invention deploys easily to allow a single person to easily convert the rack from a retracted position to a deployed position.

Abstract: A removable ladder rack assembly for removable installation in the bed of a pick-up truck or on a van comprising brackets positioned along one side of a truck bed or along both sides. The brackets are fastened to the truck and upright supports are removably locked to the brackets. Adjacent to the tops of the brackets are positioned inwardly directed extensible arms which extend over the bed. If the brackets are positioned on both sides of the bed opposite to each other, a full set extension bar can be positioned between the fixed arms and removably locked thereto. Upward extensions on the upright supports and the arms help retain the ladders on the rack assembly.

Abstract: A truck rack with a platform mounts over a pickup bed and within a pickup canopy, leaving a generally unobstructed view through the pickup rear window. The a platform is supported above the cab rear window in its store position but lowered on one end for loading as the other end pivots on a rack frame. To minimize valuable space within the canopy above the window, the platform locates in store position between upper frame members. Supporting legs are length adjustable to position the frame and platform above the rear window. Sleeves mountable to a truck bed side have a hole through the sleeve receives a frame leg. Each leg has a plurality of holes matching the sleeve hole. To select a preferred leg length in positioning the upper frame and platform above the rear window, a bolt passes through a selective leg hole aligned with the sleeve holes.

Abstract: Horizontal members have hollow interior spaces to receive vertical members and other horizontal members therein to stack the horizontal members with a low profile on the sides of the truck in a retracted position. Vertical members have a pivot at one end and a pair of pins at the other end slidable in horizontal grooves in the horizontal members. The vertical members pivot up spacing the horizontal members apart to form vertical side cargo support side walls. Cross braces at each end provide structural stability between the walls. Vertical braces at each end lock the verticals upright.

Abstract: A truck rack with a platform mounts over a pickup bed and within a pickup canopy, leaving a generally unobstructed view through the pickup rear window. The a platform is supported above the cab rear window in its store position but lowered on one end for loading as the other end pivots on a rack frame. To minimize valuable space within the canopy above the window, the platform locates in store position between upper frame members. Supporting legs are length adjustable to position the frame and platform above the rear window. Sleeves mountable to a truck bed side have a hole through the sleeve receives a frame leg. Each leg has a plurality of holes matching the sleeve hole. To select a preferred leg length in positioning the upper frame and platform above the rear window, a bolt passes through a selective leg hole aligned with the sleeve holes.

Abstract: A storage enclosure includes a base including a top panel extending transversely from a front panel. The base is attachable to a load deck of an open deck vehicle such that an enclosed space is defined by the front and top panels and the load deck. The base includes mounts within the enclosed space that are attachable to a bracket for attaching the base to the load deck. The top panel includes side portions that extend from opposite ends of the front panel, and a removable cover panel is disposed between the side portions. A cage is mounted to the base that defines a cage compartment above the top panel. The cage includes legs that extend through the base and are engaged by locking elements to removably secure the cage to the base. The cage includes frame segments that are releasably connected to one another by release pins.

Abstract: A truck catwalk system for allowing an individual to easily access the interior of a truck box. The inventive device includes a pair of support brackets, at least one pivot bracket, a pair of chains attached to the support brackets, a catch mechanism pivotally attached to one of the support brackets, a platform pivotally attached to the support brackets and catchably engaged by the catch mechanism, a foldable rail structure attached to the platform, a handle attached to the platform, and a ladder attached to the platform and the truck box.

Abstract: A rack apparatus for improving the cargo carrying capacity of a pickup truck. The truck has a cab portion, a bed portion defined by a floor surface, a pair of sidewalls and a forward wall. The rack apparatus comprises a U-shaped frame having a pair of parallel side arms with a first and a second end, a cross bar attached to the first end of the arms, the U-shaped frame movable to and from a stowed-away position at a front end of the bed to a rearward position; the arms attached to the side walls of the pickup truck.

Abstract: The present invention concerns that of a new and improved apparatus used to increase the capacity of a pickup truck bed. The apparatus comprises a trio of extensions that can be used on both sides of the pickup truck bed. The extensions would be mounted to the internal sides of the pickup truck bed and could be extended to different heights to accommodate a larger or smaller load. The present invention would come in different lengths for short bed and long bed pick-ups.

Abstract: A storage enclosure includes a base including a top panel extending transversely from a front panel. The base is attachable to a load deck of an open deck vehicle such that an enclosed space is defined by the front and top panels and the load deck. The base includes mounts within the enclosed space that are attachable to a bracket for attaching the base to the load deck. The top panel includes side portions that extend from opposite ends of the front panel, and a removable cover panel is disposed between the side portions. A cage is mounted to the base that defines a cage compartment above the top panel. The cage includes legs that extend through the base and are engaged by locking elements to removably secure the cage to the base. The cage includes frame segments that are releasably connected to one another by release pins.

Abstract: A rack is easily positioned on and fixed to the sidewalls of the open box of a pick-up truck having a truck cab, the rack incorporating a pair of raised supports and interconnected frame members each positioned above the plane of and fixed to the upper free end of one of the truck box side walls, and a shelf spanning the width of the truck box and pivotally connected to the frame members, the shelf being optionally movable between a first or lowered position, wherein it supports a load, while allowing space therebelow in the truck box for the storage of large articles, and a second or raised position, wherein it provides a barrier for protecting the truck cab from damage while allowing full access to the truck box for the transport of tall articles.

Abstract: A storage structure configured to be mounted to a vehicle. In one embodiment, the storage structure comprises a frame having a pair of side panels, a top panel, a bottom panel and a wall panel attached to the side, top and bottom panels so as to define an interior region of the frame, at least one tool securing device attached to the wall panel wherein the tool securing member is configured to allow tools to be removably secured thereto, and at least one door panel movably attached to the frame. The door panel is movable to a closed position so as to prevent access to the interior region and to an opened position to allow access to the interior region. The door panel is configured to allow viewing of substantially the entire interior region when the door panel is in the closed position. The storage structure further includes a device for attaching the storage structure to a vehicle.

Abstract: A vehicle utility rack system includes a pair of single support racks for providing an elevated hauling and working station. Each single support rack includes a T-shaped support structure having a lower vertical member and upper horizontal member, and angular-shaped retention structures disposed adjacent to and connected with opposite lateral end portions of the upper horizontal member so as to extend in an upward direction relative thereto and define opposite outer limits of a horizontal support region on the upper horizontal member. The rack system also includes a dual support rack structure having a single support rack, an auxiliary support rack, and a brace member supporting the auxiliary support rack in a cantilevered fashion from the single support rack and disposing them in spaced apart upright orientations to provide the elevated hauling and working station.

Abstract: A modular truck rack formed from a plurality of standardized preformed parts which are used along with several other parts that can be made in varying extensions, permits the interchange of the components in every rack, and the replacement of certain others to size up or size down the same rack to fit any size truck of the same type such as a pickup. An easily removable rear bar—no tools required—permits the truck bed of a pickup truck to carry tall upright items such as a refrigerator without the necessity of dismantling the rack other than the removal of the rear bar.

Abstract: A vehicle utility rack system includes a pair of single support racks for providing an elevated hauling and working station. Each single support rack includes a T-shaped support structure having a lower vertical member and upper horizontal member, and angular-shaped retention structures disposed adjacent to and connected with opposite lateral end portions of the upper horizontal member so as to extend in an upward direction relative thereto and define opposite outer limits of a horizontal support region on the upper horizontal member. The rack system also includes a dual support rack structure having a single support rack, an auxiliary support rack, and a brace member supporting the auxiliary support rack in a cantilevered fashion from the single support rack and disposing them in spaced apart upright orientations to provide the elevated hauling and working station.

Abstract: A modular truck rack formed from a plurality of standardized preformed parts which are used along with several other parts that can be made in varying extensions, permits the interchange of the components in every rack, and the replacement of certain others to size up or size down the same rack to fit any size truck of the same type such as a pickup. An easily removable rear bar—no tools required—permits the truck bed of a pickup truck to carry tall upright items such as a refrigerator without the necessity of dismantling the rack other than the removal of the rear bar.

Abstract: A rack for securing cargo to a vehicle including first and second base rails attached to the vehicle; first and second collapsible post having first and second hinge ends and first and second slide ends, wherein the first and second hinge ends are rotatably attached to the first base rail by first and second hinge joints, respectively; a first support rail slidably connected to the first and second slide ends of the first and second collapsible posts by first and second slide joints, respectively, whereby rotation of the first and second collapsible posts about the first and second hinge joints moves the first support rail between support and collapse positions; third and fourth collapsible post having third and fourth hinge ends and third and fourth slide ends, wherein the third and fourth hinge ends are rotatably attached to the second base rail by third and fourth hinge joints, respectively; a second support rail slidably connected to the third and fourth slide ends of the third and fourth collapsible post

Abstract: A latch assembly for releasably latching a truck bed cover to a sidewall of a pickup truck bed. A striker is preferably mounted to the truck sidewall and a movable elongated latch arm is connected to the truck bed cover, such that the latch arm may be moved between engaged and released positions. A pivot arm having a blocking element is pivotally connected to the latch arm such that actuation of the latch arm to the released position causes the blocking element to interposedly obstruct re-engagement of the released latch member back to the striker. The blocking element operates to maintain the released position of the elongated latch arm until a time when a user may raise open the truck bed cover to an open position.

Abstract: An extendable support mechanism for a cargo bed of a pickup truck or the like. One or more support members are attached to opposite sides of the cargo bed and adapted to be positioned vertically upwardly from the cargo bed in order to support a tent-like structure or an object which is also positioned in part on the cab of the vehicle. Preferably, three tubular support members are provided in the support mechanism. Each of the tubular members are comprised of two telescopic members and are extendable in order to vary the height of the support member in the vertical direction in order to be used to hold members on the top of the vehicle. The support mechanism can be attached to an articulating bracket member which allows the support member also to be used as a cargo bed extender when desired, and also to be rotated to a stored position inside the cargo bed. In an alternate embodiment, the support members are held in vertical position on the sides of the cargo bed by fixed bracket members.

Abstract: A bicycle rack for trucks for elevating the bicycles above the truck bed so that cargo can still be carried upon the truck bed. The bicycle rack for trucks includes rack support assembly being adapted to be mounted upon walls of a truck box; and also includes a rack assembly including rack members being adjustably mounted to the rack support assembly.

Abstract: A light-weight log trailer with a centrally disposed grapple loader mounting area. The trailer can be hitched to a truck and moved along rough terrain as well as on roads and highways. The log trailer includes a substantially rectangular chassis having a truncated A-shaped forward section, a rectangular rear section, and a perimeter rail and floor beams made from steel C-channels that support the weight of a load of logs. The forward section has two parallel I-beams that contain a grapple-loader platform. The grapple loader can pick up logs and place them inside a three-sided log corral mounted on the rear section of the trailer. The log corral includes a steel post and wire screen barrier wall to protect the grapple loader from any logs.