Abstract: A package of specialty shingles is provided, preferably for containing hip, ridge or rake shingles, with support in the bottom of the package for the shingles that is complementary to the lower ends of nested, stacked shingles in the package. Shaped constraining devices are provided, for retaining the shape of shingles in the package. An assembly of packages of the specialty shingles is provided, in a tray arrangement, and a pallet assembly of various levels of such packages disposed on a pallet are also provided.

Abstract: A preferred form of slip sheet (62) for use between layers (L) of containers, especially bottles (20), in a palletised load, comprises a rectangular board (63) having marginal portions (34) formed with corrugations (65, 66) extending perpendicular from their edges and merging into the general plane of the board (63), whereby, in use, a ‘throat’ (TD) is formed between the upward corrugations (66) on a lower slip sheet (62) and the downward corrugations (65) on an upper slip sheet (62) which prevents ‘walking’ of the outermost rows of bottles (20) in the intervening layer. Curved corners of the board (63) are provided with diverging corrugations (65X, 66X) to prevent ‘walking’ of bottles (20) from the corners of layers (L). A plurality of such slip sheets (62) can be stacked compactly and with great stability by virtue of the corrugations (65, 66) nesting in the corrugations of neighbouring slip sheets.

Abstract: A base for a sealed package used to ship or store a large and valuable asset is formed by drilling the base to receive a bolt array, placing the bolts in the drilled bolt holes, punching holes in a sealing layer to fit over the bolts and rest on the base; applying sealant material around each bolt below and above the sealing layer to seal the junctures between the bolts and the sealing layer; and preferably arranging a protective layer over the sealing layer to leave an exposed perimetal region of the sealant layer extending continuously around a protective layer. The bolts are used to fasten the asset or a carriage for the asset to the base, and a flexible top cover with a bottom region engaging the peripheral region of the sealing layer is then bonded to the sealing layer to seal the asset within the package.

Abstract: A device for alleviating slackening of vertical strapping (24) in palletised loads of containers comprises a pair of rectangular frames (32, 33), spring means (34) between the frames urging them apart, and tethering means (47, 48) limiting separation of the frames, which device is preferably placed on top of a slip sheet (22Y) placed on the top layer (L) of containers, especially of bottles (20). The outer edges of the upper frame (32) preferably has shallow grooves (51) from its outer edges to accommodate the vertical strapping (24) and protect it from abrasion. The lower frame (33) preferably has a flared outer skirt (49) to assist in locating the device on a top slip sheet (22Y), and locating a plurality of such devices one on another for return transport.

Abstract: A sheet shipping and storage container includes a base supporting a stack of glass sheets in a vertical orientation, and a pair of telescoping end caps mounted on each side of the stack in facing relationship to one another. A first endless strap has its course around the end caps to bias the end caps toward one another about the stack; a second endless strap has it course around back end of each end caps and the back side of the stack to bias the back surface of the stack and the end caps downward toward the front of the base, and a third endless strap around the opposite end of the end caps and the front side of the stack to bias the end caps and the front side of the stack downward toward back side of the base to unitize the plurality of sheets, end caps and base.

Abstract: Lightweight, removable covers for harvested vegetative material, such as sod, stacked on a pallet are provided. A cover includes a top panel with side and end panels extending downwardly from the top panel to form an envelope shaped to fit snugly over the stacked material. The stacked material is arranged in a shape of predetermined length, breadth and height, and the envelope is configured to have a corresponding shape. The envelope surrounds the stacked material without enclosing the pallet. The length and breadth of each panel of the envelope corresponds to a respective portion of the shape of the stacked material. In addition, each panel comprises a flexible material that is impervious to moisture. An outside surface of each panel is light and heat-reflective to protect the covered material and an inside surface is non-reflective. One or more of the panels includes promotional and/or information indicia on an outside surface thereof.

Abstract: A pallet can be detachably carried on a sled for shipping heavier objects on the pallet as carried by the sled, or lighter object on the pallet alone, the sled spreading the weight over a greater area than the pallet alone. The dimensions of both the pallet and sled are related to contribute different integer fractions of a given dimension such as the length of a standard intermodal container. This arrangement is apt for shipping smaller steel coils on pallets and larger steel coils on pallets carried by sleds. Thus, for example, quarter-container-length pallets, normally appropriate for a pallet to carry lighter coils, can carry heavier loads on a sled occupying a larger proportion of the container length, such as a half-container-length sled. An attachment mechanism affixes the sled to the pallet and the assembly is configured for manipulation with a fork lift.

Abstract: A package, a method and a kit for a stretch hood packaging structure for an appliance on a semi-flexible shock-absorbing base. At least two pair of posts are assembled on the base, at least two of which can pivot with each of the post received within pockets of the base. A stretch hood then is installed over the package to engage the bottom of the base. The posts pivot to provide an interference fit on the base to prevent deformation of the base corners and maintain a flat bottom on the base for the completed package.

Abstract: A glass sheet packing apparatus has a base plate 3 for supporting a plurality of glass sheets 10 in parallel and upright; a side frame 2 for holding faces of a group of glass sheets loaded on the base plate; and a top frame 4 for holding the top face of the glass sheets loaded on the base plate; wherein the glass sheets are fixed by a band 5 together with the side frame 2 and the top frame. The side frame 2 is a pair of a male frame 6 and a female frame 7, each formed in a L-shape by a vertical square pipe and a horizontal square pipe, the horizontal square pipe of the male frame 6 is inserted into the horizontal square pipe of the female frame 7 to form a letter U like shape.

Abstract: A device for and method of fixing vertically installed cargo pressure tanks (2), particularly the type used for sea transport of pressurised petroleum products, wherein at least two cargo pressure tanks (2) constitute a liftable cassette (1), the tanks (2) of which preferably are placed in the upright position on a cassette lifting frame (4) and are interconnected by means of a guide frame (6).

Abstract: A shipping system for packing and transporting products, such as case ready food items, in which the products require a certain amount of separation between layers. The shipping system comprises a shipping unit, formed by at least one substantially open-topped tray, preferably two or more, that are stacked atop one another, with a cover placed atop the uppermost tray, and held together by banding or strapping. Preferably, the tray(s) and cover are fabricated from corrugated paperboard material.

Abstract: A shipping package for household appliances such as refrigerators, freezers, compact ice makers and air conditioners for movement by clamp lift trucks. The appliance can be mounted on recycled high density polyethylene skids attached to the bottom of the appliance. The shipping package can include four elongated expanded polystyrene blocks positioned at the corners of the appliance extending vertically from the skids to the top of the appliance. The shipping package can include expanded polystyrene top pads on the top of the appliance and can include a fiberboard top cap covering the top pads and the top the appliance. Shrink wrap film can enclose the top cap, elongated blocks and engage the skids for holding the elongated blocks and top cap securely in position on the appliance.

Abstract: A top frame assembly having an upper member having a central opening defined therethrough and a generally planar upper wall, a first plurality of ribs extending downwardly therefrom, and a first mating surface. Also included is a bottom member having a central opening defined therethrough and a generally planar lower wall, a second plurality of ribs extending upwardly therefrom, and a second mating surface, wherein the first and second mating surfaces are attached to each other. Also included is at least one insert member disposed between the upper wall and the lower wall.

Abstract: A strap tension retaining device is configured for a use with a bulk unit secured by a strap under tension. Such a bulk unit load has a corner and defines a bulk unit perimeter. The strap tension retaining device includes a fixed base element, fixed relative to the bulk unit load, a floating element movable relative to the fixed base element, a biasing element mounted between the floating element and the fixed base element and a guide element mounting the floating element to the fixed base element to guide movement of the floating element relative to the fixed base element. The strap tension retaining device is positioned at about the corner of the bulk unit load with the strap positioned around the bulk unit perimeter of the bulk unit load, over the strap tension retaining device floating element. When the strap is tensioned a force is exerted by the strap on the floating element to force the biasing element against the bias direction.

Abstract: A stacking aid for stacking goods on a loading aid, such as a pallet, has wall parts surrounding the goods stacked on the loading aid. It is possible to alter the height of at least one of the wall parts and to remove the stacking aid from the loading aid after completion of the stacking procedure. A method for stacking goods on a loading aid, such as a pallet, with the aid of the stacking aid entails (a) obtaining a stacking aid which surrounds a stack of goods on the loading aid, (b) loading the loading aid with goods by using the stacking aid, and (c) lifting the loading aid relative to the stacking. The stack of goods lifted out of the stacking aid are wrapped for stabilization. The invention makes it possible to efficiently secure the stack of goods on the pallet during the commissioning through the removable stacking aid and during the subsequent transportation of the goods by the stabilizing the goods, for instance with a film.

Abstract: A process for producing an object made from plastic material with a mesh structure, wherein the mesh structure is deformed in at least one defined area, in such a manner that the original mesh structure of the area is eliminated and an essentially continuous structure and information can be introduced in this area.

Abstract: Load strapping means for use with 4-way pallet comprises a cap (11) for placing on a load (17) on a 4-way pallet (16), at least two strapping strands (15) retractable through openings (26) into housings (14) at opposite sides (at least) of the cap, spring means within the housings for retracting the strapping strands, hooks (18) on the free ends of the strapping strands for engagement with the underside (21) of the platform (22) of a 4-way pallet, tensioning means within the housings for tightening the strapping strands between the cap and the pallet after interposing a load between the cap and the pallet, and stop means (34) for limiting retraction of the hooks into the housings when not engaged with a pallet. Such a cap (11) can be used without need to modify existing 4-way pallets, particularly—but not exclusively—those made of wood.

Abstract: A modular combat load system which is man-portable, light weight and easily moved from one location to another and which allows the military to supply troops with mission critical consumable supplies, such as drinking water, in a combat environment. The system has sixteen modular combat load units stacked on a pallet. The modular combat load system may be a disposable modular combat load unit which includes a mission requirements unit load container designed to hold a plurality of individual disposable combat modular storage units of varying size. Each individual storage unit may be used for storage and transport of food, water, medical supplies, ammunition and other consumables used by military troops in a combat zone.

Abstract: A package of strip material includes a plurality of stacks of the strip side by side where each strip forms a stacked fan folded supply of the strip which is spliced to or arranged so that it can be subsequently spliced to a next adjacent strip for supply of a continuous strip from the package. The side by side stacks are simultaneously built up from the bottom by moving a carriage back and forth below a stationary bottom surface of the stacks with the strips supplied side by side through a slot in the carriage. The stacks are supported side by side as they are built up by rigid side walls of a chute or rectangular container into which the package is to be packaged for transportation. Splice tail portions extend from the strips and are supported or arranged so that they are ready for splicing when the package is completed before transportation. Transfer of the completed stacks is effected simultaneously by a slip sheet arrangement or by moving one of the belts of the carriage as an ejection belt.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a container package for an entire computer system. The entire computer system includes at least a computer monitor, a computer case, and a computer printer. The computer case includes a processor and the computer case can be either a horizontal or a tower type case. Advantageously, the present invention provides a container package in which the computer case, monitor and computer printer can all be placed into a single box for shipment and display purposes. The present invention provides a low cost solution for both shipping and for point of display purchase. This environmentally friendly solution reduces the amount of waste that needs to be disposed of after the computer system is unpacked. Further, the present invention makes it more likely that a potential customer will purchase a computer monitor, computer case and computer printer from the same manufacturer.

Abstract: The invention provides a method and system for establishing a desired atmosphere for perishable or atmosphere-sensitive goods during their storage and/or transportation. A system in one embodiment includes a base cap for receiving goods; a covering which surrounds the goods on the base cap and forming a sealed enclosure around the goods; a valve extending outwardly from a surface of the base cap and a second valve extending outwardly from a surface of the covering.

Abstract: A sectioned storage container for liquids has an inner plastic container to be filled with a liquid and a plastic receptacle that surrounds the inner container so that an intermediate space is formed between the inner container and the receptacle. The inner container is made of at least two blow-molded monolithic parts connected with one another by a groove-shaped vertical recess extending in the sidewalls, the container bottom, and the top of the inner container. The receptacle has an insertion opening for the inner container so that the inner container projects with top portions thereof upwardly from the receptacle through the insertion opening. The sidewalls and the receptacle bottom of the receptacle have a groove-shaped vertical recess which is matched to the recess of the sidewalls and the container bottom of the inner container. A peripheral vertical reinforcement strap engages the vertical recesses and reinforces the storage container.

Abstract: A top frame assembly includes a frame portion which defines a receiving compartment therein and at least one insert member which is disposed within the compartment of the frame for providing strength to the frame. The insert member is preferably formed of metal.

Abstract: A retaining system in which straps are provided with hooks that remain engaged with retaining loops even when tension on the straps is released and in which the tightening mechanism includes rods which are located partially below a rib surface on which the straps are placed such that the ends of the rods are near the plane of the strap ends, thereby greatly reducing the bending moment applied to the strap ends and threaded rods. The hook preferably includes a cavity opposite the hook end that will engage the retaining loop when no tension is on the line. In some embodiments, the hook includes a spring-loaded retaining clip to further ensure that the hook does not become disengaged from the retaining loop. The tightening mechanism includes two rods, each of which is positioned to one side of a rib on which the straps rest.

Abstract: A kit-crate made for a two-wheeled vehicle includes a pallet providing a wheel well and a plurality of well blocks adapted for insertion into the wheel well for wedging a wheel of the two-wheeled vehicle in the wheel well. A pair of end panels; a set of four side panels comprising two lower side panels and two upper side panels; and a cover panel are provided to assembly a crate around the vehicle. The end panels and the two lower side panels are adapted for engagement with the pallet to form a rigid open box structure. The two upper side panels are adapted for engagement with the end panels and respective lower side panels for further completing the open box structure and the cover panel is adapted for engagement with the end panels and the two upper side panels for completing the crate.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a container package for an entire computer system. The entire computer system includes at least a computer monitor, a computer case, and a computer printer. The computer case includes a processor and the computer case can be either a horizontal or a tower type case. Advantageously, the present invention provides a container package in which the computer case, monitor and computer printer can all be placed into a single box for shipment and display purposes. The present invention provides a low cost solution for both shipping and for point of display purchase. This environmentally friendly solution reduces the amount of waste that needs to be disposed of after the computer system is unpacked. Further, the present invention makes it more likely that a potential customer will purchase a computer monitor, computer case and computer printer from the same manufacturer.

Abstract: Reusable bulk packaging comprises a plastics bag having an opening which is closable by means of a zip fastener attached to the body of the bag, typically by means of an adhesive or by welding. Exemplary packaging is a flexible intermediate bulk container or a pallet cover (1). The plastics bag may be made out of bubble film, optionally laminated to aluminium foil.

Abstract: A transportable container for bulk goods and a method for forming the container are disclosed. The transportable container is formed from a bag having a closed base and an open top. The open top is in a folded over position and a bottom support is located adjacent to the closed base. A particulate material is filled into the bag and an outer wrap is spirally wrapped around the bottom support and the bag such that the outer wrap secures the bag to the bottom support and secures the open top in the folded over position. The method for forming the transportable container includes the steps of securing the open top of the bag in an opened position and supporting a base of the bag. The bag is filled to a predetermined level with a particulate material and while being filled the fill level of the particulate material in the bag is monitored. Simultaneously with filling of the bag, an outer wrap is spirally wrapped around the bag in an upward direction to a predetermined fill level.

Abstract: A transportable container for bulk goods and a method for forming the container are disclosed. The transportable container is formed from a bag having a closed base and an open top. The open top is in a folded over position and a bottom support is located adjacent to the closed base. A particulate material is filled into the bag and an outer wrap is spirally wrapped around the bottom support and the bag such that the outer wrap secures the bag to the bottom support and secures the open top in the folded over position. The method for forming the transportable container includes the steps of securing the open top of the bag in an opened position and supporting a base of the bag. The bag is filled to a predetermined level with a particulate material and while being filled the fill level of the particulate material in the bag is monitored. Simultaneously with filling of the bag, an outer wrap is spirally wrapped around the bag in an upward direction to a predetermined fill level.

Abstract: A spacer for coiled products, said spacer having an essentially flat, preferably disk-shaped body, and acts as a pad interposed between stacked coils, wherein said spacer comprises at least one slot, extending in radial direction a distance from the outer edge or near the outer edge to the center of the spacer.

Abstract: A transportable container for bulk goods and a method for the container are disclosed. The transportable container is formed from a bag having a closed base and an open top. The open top is in a folded over position and a bottom support is located adjacent to the closed base. A particulate material is filled into the bag and an outer wrap is spirally wrapped around the bottom support and the bag such that the outer wrap secures the bag to the bottom support and secures the open top in the folded over position. The method for forming the transportable container includes the steps of securing the open top of the bag in an opened position and supporting a base of the bag. The bag is filled to a predetermined level with a particulate material and while being filled the fill level of the particulate material in the bag is monitored. Simultaneously with filling of the bag, an outer wrap is spirally wrapped around the bag in an upward direction to a predetermined fill level.

Abstract: A modular combat load system which is portable, light weight and easily moved from one location to another and which allows the military to supply troops with mission critical consumable supplies, such as drinking water, in a combat environment. The system has sixteen modular combat load units stacked on a pallet. Each modular combat unit has a water/fuel module positioned at the upper end of the unit, a mission requirements module which comprises the lower portion of unit and a field pack module assembly which is positioned within a cavity formed within the interior of the mission requirements module. The field pack module assembly holds a plurality of field pack storage units which are stacked on top of one another within the tray. The field pack storage units are of sufficient size to hold one day of consumable supplies for use by a soldier in a combat environment.

Abstract: A unitized package contains a stack of insulation containing packages. The unitized package is formed by a sheet of stretch wrap film that is spirally wrapped about the sides and at least partially overlays the upper and lower surfaces of the stack of insulation containing packages to hold the stack of packages together as a packaged unit. The unitized package has a band adjacent the base of the unitized package which forms a loop adjacent one side of the unitized package to which a pulling means can be secured to pull the unitized package over a horizontal surface, such as a warehouse floor or truck cargo bed, to facilitate moving the unitized package or unloading the unitized package from the truck.

Abstract: A protective cover is placed over a rack of cathode ray tube components to prevent contamination of the components and/or moisture damage to the components. Some cathode ray tube components, particularly funnels, are stockpiled so that assembly lines can be kept running even if the supply of the component becomes temporarily exhausted. However, these stockpiled funnels must be protected while in storage. The protective cover described herein can be fastened in place around a rack or pallet containing a stockpile of funnels. The protective cover can also incorporate moisture-absorbent elements to prevent moisture damage to the stockpiled funnels.

Abstract: A spacer for coiled products, said spacer having an essentially flat, preferably disk-shaped body, and acts as a pad interposed between stacked coils, wherein said spacer comprises at least one slot, extending in radial direction a distance from the outer edge or near the outer edge to the center of the spacer.

Abstract: The invention provides a new method and system for establishing, and optionally maintaining, a desired atmosphere for perishable or atmosphere-sensitive goods during their storage and/or transportation.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a load bearing shipping carton with a sleeve interlock that facilitates ease of assembly and structural integrity of the shipping carton assembly. The carton assembly includes a tray into which a product to be packaged is set, a cover which fits on top of the product, and a sleeve which slides over the top of the cover, product and tray assembly. The tray includes a forklift port sized to receive the tines of a forklift. The sleeve preferably includes a pair of flaps that fold into the forklift port and side walls that extend to or nearly to the bottom of the tray. In a preferred embodiment, the flaps are sized to a dimension that matches the forklift port and, when folded into position in the forklift port, the flaps increases the structural integrity of the forklift port.

Abstract: A thin metal strip having on both edges longitudinal side slits (4) into which strapping material (12) is inserted. The metal strip contains circular through-holes (3) through which cable (13) is inserted. At one end of the metal strip is a handgrip (2) that is used to guide the strip under a pallet platform (5). Attaching to the metal strip is a mobile magnet (15), which can be detached to align a mounting bolt (16).

Abstract: The invention relates to a packing system for unit loads which can be stacked in a plurality of adjacent piles or piles stacked on top of each other to form a substantially stable pile consisting of at least two stacked layers of unit loads. The invention is characterized in that spacers are provided between at least two successive stacked layers so that both stacked layers are vertically interspaced; at least one device is provided on top of and below the stack to protect at least partially the external contour of the unit loads located in the top and lower stack position; at least one fixing device encompassing the other periphery of the stack is included so that it encompasses the stack in such a way that the unit loads in a stack position are pressed against the unit loads in a directly and vertically adjacent stack position; and the fixing device extends over the protection device.

Abstract: A pallet skirt useful for covering a pallet to improve aesthetics and reduce the risk of tripping over the pallet includes an elongate piece of material for surrounding at least a portion of the pallet and fasteners which fasten the elongate piece of material to the pallet.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cardboard pallet-like container which also acts as an exhibitor.

Abstract: A new and improved pallet cap is formed in one flat piece that can be stored flat; and, when it is desired, the flat piece can be easily erected in a pallet cap which can cover a side edge of a stack of material on the pallet. This is achieved by providing a flat sheet of paperboard with an elongated flange having fold lines to allow the flange to be folded to project at an angle to a flat panel which is to lie flat on the top or bottom side of the pallet load. The preferred shape of the pallet cap is generally in the shape of a T with the flange being in the crossbar head of the T and the flat panel being the leg of the T.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for shipping a bundle containing elongated articles comprises a stretch film wrapping a plurality of elongated articles and at least one lift strap. Looped ends of the lift straps are routed though holes cut in the stretch film. An overhead crane lifts the bundle with or without a spreader bar. Support blocks, attached by adhesive strips to the bottom of the bundle, support the bundle above the load surface to allow insertion of a lift device such as a lift fork below the bundle. Edge protectors may be used with the lift straps at the edges of the bundle.

Abstract: A package for shipping and storing a bundle of glass panels includes a plurality of elongated corner caps located at corners of the bundle. A plurality of fastening bands extend around the bundle and through the corner caps. The fastening bands pass over curved surfaces on the corner caps which prevent the bands from making sharp bends. Some of the curved surfaces are located on swivel guides with rotate to accommodate different angles of the fastening bands for different size bundles of panels.

Abstract: A stackable pallet for transporting gas containers is provided. The pallet includes a frame structure for supporting the gas cylinders. The structure includes a lower end having a lower locking structure. The upper end has an upper locking structure shaped and dimensioned to be mateable with the lower locking structure of another like pallet to lock the pallets in a stacked arrangement. The pallets may form part of a stackable pallet system which includes a plurality of pallets, some of which may be locked together in a stacked arrangement to the bed of a trailer or other vehicle.

Abstract: A transportable storage container includes a box-like cover member having an opened bottom portion, a base member provided under the cover member so as to mount an expensive heavy article such as a metallic mold, and buckles for connecting detachably the cover member and the base member whereby the metallic mold held in the container is protected from rusting due to invasion of water; a space for storing is effectively utilized by stacking a plurality of containers; movement of the container in which the metallic mold is housed is easy by a carrier for exclusive use; and an easier transportation of the container is obtainable when it is transported by a forklift or is transported on the bed of a truck.

Abstract: An adjustable-length, reusable, recyclable pallet wrap for constraining a lading while displaying high-impact graphics. The pallet wrap preferably has a set of horizontally-spaced, vertically-oriented, preformed lines of reduced resistance to bending at each of four regions to facilitate providing a snug fit around typical pallets or ladings of various sizes. In one embodiment, a dual-function pallet wrap is provided which can function as a pallet skirt for in-store displays in addition to functioning as a constraint for the lading.

Abstract: A system for the vertical packaging of webbing rolls comprises a bottom tray, a top cap, a plurality of webbing rolls, and stretch wrap film. The bottom tray includes a bottom wall and a plurality of side walls extending upwardly from the bottom wall. Likewise, the top cap includes a top wall and a plurality of side walls extending downward from the top wall. The webbing rolls are positioned between the bottom tray and the top cap with the webbing rolls resting on the bottom wall of the bottom tray and the top cap positioned atop the webbing rolls. Horizontally adjacent ones of the webbing rolls are in contact with each other. The contact between adjacent ones of the webbing rolls helps to maintain the integrity of the system during movement thereof. To reduce the amount of packaging material utilized in the system, neither the bottom tray nor the top cap includes corners joining their respective side walls.

Abstract: A pallet system for supporting a load of at least one tray having side supports includes a pallet, having at least one pair of raised parallel guide rails on its top surface, each pair of guide rails configured to be straddled by side supports of a tray. The pallet may be loaded by sliding trays onto the pallet, and lateral movement of a tray loaded onto the pallet is limited by the pair of guide rails that it straddles.

Abstract: A recyclable protective cradle and a recyclable edge protective packaging and distribution system for preventing rolling and allowing distribution and shipping of rolls of laminar stock rollingly oriented on a pallet. The protective cradle is formed of an interengaging pallet covering and a series of wedge members which act as chocks to prevent the roll from rotating. A wedge removal system allows for the selective removal of one or more wedge members to allow the roll to freely be removed from the protective cradle.