Abstract: A vehicle support, for a container comprises a frame suspended from one or more of adjustable span, to vary frame disposition, such as elevation and/or tilt, from an (un)loading to a transport mode; the frame is configured for converting or adapting a standard container, and a self-contained retractable version incorporated in a demountable container extension module is envisaged.

Abstract: A container (40) has a movable internal load support, such as a deck platform (15), with a demountable motorised drive (10), and a transfer drive, such as a threaded shaft (16), mounted within a deck chassis, with shaft runners or travellers (17, 27) connected to a cable suspension (18, 22), in turn running over transfer pulleys (19), mounted upon the platform and an external support, such as a container frame.

Abstract: A vehicle support, for a container (10), comprises a frame (21, 22), suspended from one or more elements (19, 25), of adjustabel span, to vary frame disposition, [such as elevation and/or tilt], from an (un)loading to a transport mode; the frame is configured for converting or adapting a standard container, and a self-contained retractable version incorporated in a demountable container extension module (230) is envisaged.

Abstract: A collapsible dual deck (22, 42) platform deck or flat rack container (60), adapted for vehicle cargo (65, 66), has dual (40 fit and 45 ft) span capture and handling fittings (31, 33) upon twin or joint adjustable height corner support post modules (70), foldable transversely inward to overlie one another at platform deck (24) ends, with an underlying hinged end gate (28) upon one post; post modules (70) feature telescopic rams (35) with a pulley traveller (39) carrying a cable lift (41) to a movable deck (42).

Abstract: A vehicle support, for a container (10), comprises a frame (21, 22), suspended from one or more elements (19, 25), of adjustabel span, to vary frame disposition, [such as elevation and/or tilt], from an (un)loading to a transport mode; the frame is configured for converting or adapting a standard container, and a self-contained retractable version incorporated in a demountable container extension module (230) is envisaged.

Abstract: Flat or flat-faced detents are insertable in corresponding flat sided apertures in container support posts to provide increased surface contact area and better load distribution.

Abstract: A vehicle support, for a container (10), comprises a frame (21, 22), suspended from one or more elements (19, 25), of adjustabel span, to vary frame disposition, [such as elevation and/or tilt], from an (un)loading to a transport mode; the frame is configured for converting or adapting a standard container, and a self-contained retractable version incorporated in a demountable container extension module (230) is envisaged.

Abstract: A hinge, for a collapsible flatrack container, is fabricated of multiple elements, including a hinge inner portion, with discrete opposed flanges, and an intervening web, such that relative flange and web, depth and disposition, can be configured to optimize any of, weight, strength or cost considerations.

Abstract: A container (41) has adjustable-span support posts (52)—to accommodate load height diversity and to meet external tunnel gauge through passage constraints—upstanding from a deck (46), with extendible post elements (53)—by multiple indexed, connector bar latching—carrying capture and handling fittings (54), accessed by localised extension above a load. Optional transverse post bracing is through a header beam (55), with optional arched profile, and/or coupled gate pairs upon opposed posts.

Abstract: A container (41) has adjustable-span support posts (52)—to accommodate load height diversity and to meet external tunnel gauge through passage constraints—upstanding from a deck (46), with extendible post elements (53)—by multiple indexed, connector bar latching—carrying capture and handling fittings (54), accessed by localised extension above a load. Optional transverse post bracing is through a header beam (55), with optional arched profile, and/or coupled gate pairs upon opposed posts.

Abstract: A shipping pallet comprises a rectangular planar base member having two opposing ends and two opposing sides. Pivotally connected to one of the ends of the base member is a handle member that is adapted to be pivoted from a stored position, wherein the handle member is folded on top of the base member, to an operative position, wherein the handle member extends upwardly from the base member. The under surface of the base member includes a pair of elongated spaced apart pockets that extend the length of the base member on either side of the center line thereof. An elongated rail is associated with each of the pockets. Hydraulic rams or other power devices move the rails between a first position wherein they are within the pockets so that the planar base member of the pallet rests directly on a support surface and a second position where the rails extend downwardly to support the pallet thereon.

Abstract: A shipping pallet comprises a rectangular planar base member having two opposing ends and two opposing sides. Pivotally connected to one of the ends of the base member is a handle member that is adapted to be pivoted from a stored position, wherein the handle member is folded on top of the base member, to an operative position, wherein the handle member extends upwardly from the base member. The under surface of the base member includes a pair of elongated spaced apart pockets that extend the length of the base member on either side of the center line thereof. An elongated rail is associated with each of the pockets. Hydraulic rams or other power devices move the rails between a first position wherein they are within the pockets so that the planar base member of the pallet rests directly on a support surface and a second position Where the rails extend downwardly to support the pallet thereon.

Abstract: A dedicated (log) cargo container (10), for loosely stacked (log) cargo 16, has a load bed (20), with longitudinal chassis rails (11, 12), surmounted by folding corner end posts (14, 15), for mutually-supportive, stacking inter-fit, with other containers, and multiple intervening lateral restraints (18), individually (re-) movable, or foldable longitudinally or laterally, to lie folded within the footprint of the load bed: allowing overall container collapse unladen, and container stacking inter-fit, either laden or unladen and collapsed; opposed lateral restraints may be braced, by a transverse (load support) beam (19), in an integrated foldable U-frame (3C).

Abstract: A method of assembling a platform-based container comprising a base having at least one longitudinal beam, wherein the method comprises pre-loading the longitudinal beam, prior to the completion of the assembly of the container. The beam is then used in the assembly of the container, resulting in a container which no longer takes a permanent deformation under maximum load.

Abstract: A platform based container (11), has longitudinal side rails (16), fabricated from sheet steel, and of `I`-section beam, with differential span, or width, opposed flanges (18, 48 and 19, 49), separated by an intervening web (35, 45), with a localized (side post-restraint, insertion) cut-out (36) in one flange, braced by a subsidiary flange (26), set at an intermediate web depth, and with a localized web bracing plate (32).

Abstract: A freight container comprises a profile defined between outer surfaces of corner fittings and a pair of opposed walls. Each wall has a plurality of elongated outwardly extending vertical members extending outwardly beyond the profile and the vertical members of one wall align with the spaces between the outwardly extending vertical members of the opposed wall. The vertical members are fixed to the top and bottom rails of the container and tapered toward the upper ends. The vertical members are terminated with a plate-like member covering the profile of the vertical members.

Abstract: A stackable pallet comprises a rectangular planar base member which has two opposing ends and two opposing sides. Extending into one of the ends of the base member is a recess which is defined by two side edges and a transverse edge. A pair of smooth curved members extend downwardly from the other end of the base member. A pair of spaced apart elongated beams extend downwardly from the base member between the ends of the same. A handle member is pivotally secured to the base member between the side edges of the recess. The handle member is adapted to be pivoted from an inoperative position, wherein the handle member is folded on top of the base member, to an operative position, wherein the handle member extends upwardly from the base member.

Abstract: A stackable pallet comprises a rectangular planar base member which has two opposing ends and two opposing sides. Extending into one of the ends of the base member is a recess which is defined by two side edges and a transverse edge. A pair of smooth curved members extend downwardly from the other end of the base member. A pair of spaced apart elongated beams extend downwardly from the base member between the ends of the same. A handle member is pivotally secured to the base member between the side edges of the recess. The handle member is adapted to be pivoted from an inoperative position, wherein the handle member is folded on top of the base member, to an operative position, wherein the handle member extends upwardly from the base member.

Abstract: A platform based shipping container with folding endwalls which enable the empty container to be stacked up with a pile of similar folded containers for economical transport. There is a twistlock at each corner to interlock folded containers together and a top lift aperture at each corner to enable the pile to be lifted from above. At least one endwall can also fold outwardly away from the base to provide a ramp for the loading of vehicles. The endwalls are resiliently biased to provide for folding in either direction.

Abstract: A stackable pallet comprises a rectangular planar base member which has two opposing ends and two opposing sides. Extending into one of the ends of the base member is a recess which is defined by two side edges and a transverse edge. A pair of smooth curved members extend downwardly from the other end of the base member. A pair of spaced apart elongated beams extend downwardly from the base member between the ends of the same. A handle member is pivotally secured to the base member between the side edges of the recess. The handle member is adapted to be pivoted from an inoperative position, wherein the handle member is folded on top of the base member, to an operative position, wherein the handle member extends upwardly from the base member.