Abstract: A mechanism and method for producing relatively low density pad-like cushioning dunnage product from sheet-like stock material. The mechanism takes the sheet-like stock material from a multi-ply roll thereof and changes it into a pad-like cushioning dunnage product having lateral pillow-like portions connected together along the generally central portion of the product. The mechanism includes a converging member which in conjunction with a forming frame coacting with the converging member, causes inward rolling of the lateral edges of the stock material into generally rolled form which is then adapted to be received in a connector operable to connect the rolled edge stock material forming the pillow-like portions, into the pad-like cushioning dunnage product.

Abstract: A mechanism and method for producing relatively low density pad-like cushioning dunnage product from sheet-like stock material. The mechanism takes the sheet-like stock material from a multi-ply roll thereof and changes it into a pad-like cushioning dunnage product having lateral pillow-like portions connected together along the generally central portion of the product.A separating mechanism for separating the sheets of stock material as they move from the stock roll toward the forming frame and the converging member is provided, together with a transversely extending roller disposed ahead of the separating mechanism whereby the point of commencement of entry of the multi-ply sheet-like stock material toward the separating mechanism remains constant irrespective of the diameter of the stock roll.An alternate, multi-ply stock roll comprising a thicker gauge but lesser width web with a plurality of wider webs or sheets is disclosed.

Abstract: A structural unit, such as for instance a storage framework composed of a plurality of storage frame components assembled into a storage rack, for use, for example, in warehousing systems. The framework comprises generally vertical column members which in certain embodiments are basically of a generally U-shaped configuration in horizontal cross section, but having a connecting or bridging plate or member disposed between and connected to the arms of the U, with the bridging member being preferably recessed inwardly from the distal ends of the arms. A fastener means, such as for instance a threaded stud, is secured to the bridging plate and projects generally perpendicularly outwardly therefrom. In other embodiments the column members are tubular and of polygonal configuration in horizontal cross section with the studs secured to spaced plates attached to one face of the respective column.