Abstract: A securement mechanism includes a tie down cleat assembly for engagement with a mating component, the tie down cleat assembly including a pin, a lock plate adjacent one of the ends of the pin, and a housing with an aperture receiving the pin. An actuating member is operationally connected to the pin and causes selective movement of the pin and lock plate between a secured and unsecured orientation. The lock plate includes two dimensions, a first dimension permitting the lock plate to be inserted into a channel associated with the mating component and a second dimension permitting the securement of the mating component between the housing and locking plate. The pin and locking plate and preferably the housing all rotate as a single unit.

Abstract: A track fastener assembly for securing a seat or cargo apparatus to a floor track of a vehicle. The assembly includes a bottom rail with forward and aft ends. Front and rear movable slides carrying locking studs are carried by the bottom rail. A locking rod having a helical groove formed in its outer surface is operatively connected to the bottom rail and the slides. Rotation of the locking rod causes the slides to move axially from an installation position to a locking position. As the slides move to the locking position, they are deflected upwards along with the attached locking studs, clamping the track fastener assembly to the track.

Abstract: Rail for a tonneau cover and/or another accessory includes an elongate member having an upwardly facing channel and a sidewardly facing channel. The upwardly facing channel can be defined by an inside wall, a bottom, and an outside wall; and the sidewardly facing channel can be defined by an inside, downwardly projecting se curing tab, a top, an outside wall, a bottom, and an upwardly projecting securing tab. A vertical member can embrace both the outsider wall of the upwardly facing channel and the outside wall of the sidewardly facing channel. The sidewardly facing channel also can have a downwardly projecting tab. Also, a rail system can have at least two of such rails mounted in relationship to one another so as to accommodate employment of the upwardly and sidewardly facing channels. Further, the rail or the rail system can be mounted to a vehicle cargo bed area to provide a combination.

Abstract: A stanchion for an article carrier system comprises a main body member having a cavity extending inwardly of the main body member from a plate. A floor of said cavity includes a first plurality of circumferentially spaced ramps. The stanchion further includes an arm having an end sized to rotate within the cavity. The cavity includes a bottom edge that includes a second plurality of circumferentially spaced ramps. A post is also included in the stanchion and has a first end positioned within the cavity and secured to the arm. The post also has a second end that includes a cleat. The first plurality of ramps and the second plurality of ramps are configured to cooperate to raise and lower the cleat in relation to the main body member when the arm is rotated about the main body member.

Abstract: A trolley and chock assembly includes a trolley and a chock shaped to be slidably coupled to the trolley such that the chock can slide in a sliding direction along the trolley. The chock includes a side opening on a side surface thereof. The trolley and chock assembly further includes an attachment mechanism for releasably coupling the chock to the trolley, and the side opening of the chock provides access to the attachment mechanism in a direction generally perpendicular to the sliding direction.

Abstract: The dual purpose track comprises a unitary elongated body having a longitudinal axis and a raised center section extending along the axis from one end to the other. The center section includes a flat base with downwardly tapering sides terminating in laterally outwardly extending flanges. The flat base which extends along the longitudinal axis is provided with longitudinally spaced apart elongated slots, as an example, spaced every four inches, which extend lengthwise along the axis. Each slot is configured to receive either the head of the bolt of a wheel chock used to retain a dirt bike along the floor of a trailer or a tie down fastening device. A strap is connected between the tie down device and the handle bar of the dirt bike to assist in retaining the bike in a fixed position. Thus, the track serves two purposes, namely, it holds the wheel chocks and the anchoring devices for the straps.

Abstract: A cargo securing system comprising an elongate base member having a front surface and a rear surface with a plurality of attachment holes to facilitate attachment of the base member to a desired surface. An elongate slot is formed in base member and the slot communicates with an elongate recess. At least one adjustable member, having an enlarged head and a leg extending from the head, is accommodated by the recess. The head of the adjustable member is sized to slide along the recess of the base member with the leg projecting through and being freely slidable along the slot to facilitate sliding movement of the adjustable member relative to the base member. The base member carries a first interlocking structure and the adjustable member carries a mating second interlocking structure. When the first and second interlocking structures engages with one another, the adjustable member is retained at a desired position relative to the base member.

Abstract: A device for securing cargo restraining apparatus on a wall of a cargo receptacle is comprised of a body member adapted for slidable engagement with an elongated track on the wall; an attachment member for attaching the body member to the cargo restraining apparatus; and first and second trigger members at respective opposed ends of the body member. The first and second trigger members are adapted to engage respective complementary portions of the track to inhibit sliding movement of the body member along the track when both of the first and second trigger members are engaged with the track, such that the body member is slidable only in one direction when the first trigger member is disengaged from the track and the second trigger member is engaged with the track and is slidable only in an opposite direction when the second trigger member is disengaged from the track and the first trigger member is engaged with the track.

Abstract: A track fastener assembly for securing a seat or cargo apparatus to a floor track of a vehicle. The assembly includes a base with a longitudinal slot formed therein, and a ramp disposed in its upper surface near the forward end of the slot. A movable slide carrying locking studs runs in the longitudinal slot. A locking rod having a helical groove formed in its outer surface is operatively connected to the base and the slide. Rotation of the locking rod causes the slide to move axially along the longitudinal slot from an installation position near the aft end of the base to a locking position near the forward end of the base. As the slide moves to the locking position, the slide engages the ramp in the base, thereby deflecting the slide with the attached locking studs upwards and clamping the track fastener assembly to the track.

Abstract: A wheelchair restraint system which includes a floor mounting track, an anchor slidably mountable in said mounting track, and a seat belt retractor directly swivelly mounted on the anchor for movement in a single plane. In a preferred embodiment the seat belt retractor has a planar lower surface which lies in a substantially horizontal plane which is parallel to the mounting track when in operative position.

Abstract: A flexible cargo bed tie-down system that allows the user to easily change, adjust, customize, and adapt his or her vehicle to specific needs at any given moment, and that interfaces with the rest of the truck in an optimum manner from a functional, structural, and aesthetic standpoint. Tie-down track(s) are provided that are integral with the body of the truck such that the exterior contour of the track(s) do not extend appreciably beyond the contour of the adjacent portions of the body. This permits the track(s) to blend in with the body of the truck, which improves functionality because the track(s) do not obstruct the placement of items on the truck. This also permits the portions of the body of the truck that support the tracks(s) to be specifically designed to take large loads, which thus allows the track(s) to support, separate and/or secure large loads.

Abstract: A slidably retainable fastener assembly for securing loads to a track is provided with a retainer adapted to fit at least partly within a track slot and a member operating on the retainer, the member being positionable in at least a first position and a second position. When the member is positioned in the first position, the member causes the retainer to disengage the track slot thereby allowing the fastener to be movable within the track slot, and when the member is positioned in the second position, the member causes the retainer to engage the track slot thereby causing the fastener to remain stationary within the track slot.

Abstract: A tie down anchor system for a pickup truck includes a rail member mountable to the cargo bed of the pickup truck. The rail member includes a pair of raised attachment sections and a base mounting portion extending between the pair of raised attachment sections. A plurality of first attachment apertures are formed in the pair of raised attachment sections and a plurality of second attachment apertures are formed in the pair of raised attachment sections so as to receive any one of a number of tether connectors.

Abstract: An improved lashing system for use with open-bed transport cargo. More specifically, an efficient system for the manual tie-down of tarpaulins or netting used to protect flatbed trailer cargo. The system comprises a plurality of hook-shaped cord positioning components, adjustably supported on the perimeter side rail of a flatbed trailer. The hook-shaped components allow a lasher to secure the tie-down cord of the tarp or net by simple looping action over a rod or similar open member.

Abstract: A low profile anchor assembly for anchoring cargo and the like to a carrier's surface integrally equipped with a T-slotted track having a pair of inwardly extending flanges and a pair of sidewalls extending upwardly from a base plate, collectively forming a T-shaped spatial opening. The anchor assembly comprising a top track plate having first and second apertures configurably aligned along the centerline and longitudinal axis thereof for receiving therethrough an end of a cargo strap and a bolt, respectively; and a bottom track plate having a threaded aperture and a track spacer having a non-threaded aperture, each aperture being selectively aligned with the second aperture to permit passage of the bolt, effectively serving as mechinism for tighteningly securing the anchor assembly to the T-slotted track.

Abstract: A fastener assembly secures loads to a track in a truck bed and is retainable within a track slot of the track. The fastener assembly may include a retainer adapted to fit at least partly within a track slot and a rotatable handle operating on the retainer, the rotatable handle being rotatable between at least an engagement position and a release position. A pressure applicator is positioned between the track and the rotatable handle, the pressure applicator having a bottom surface for applying a pressure on a top surface of the track in response to the position of the rotatable handle. The pressure applicator includes at least one projection projecting from an interior region of the bottom surface and adapted to engage a positioning scallop of the track.

Abstract: A slidably retainable fastener assembly for securing loads to a track is provided with a retainer adapted to fit at least partly within a track slot and a member operating on the retainer, the member being positionable in at least a first position and a second position. When the member is positioned in the first position, the member causes the retainer to disengage the track slot thereby allowing the fastener to be movable within the track slot, and when the member is positioned in the second position, the member causes the retainer to engage the track slot thereby causing the fastener to remain stationary within the track slot.

Abstract: A strap winch device assembly for fitting on a flat bed open truck trailer, to enable a truck driver to remote actuate this load tightening system without leaving his truck cab, in periodic fashion. A number of these winch devices are connected to a single fore and aft drive shaft, which extends along the side of the trailer. The drive shaft is driven by a motor to tighten any straps that loosen when the trailer is in motion over the road, as trailer load distribution typically shifts during road trailer, due to road-induced vibrations. A clutch mechanism is provided in the winch device, to prevent the motor from overheating once a set tightening torque threshold level has been reached.

Abstract: A cargo-securing panel adapted to form a body of a cargo-carrying vehicle is provided. Such a panel comprises a honeycomb-configured core having opposed faces, wherein the core defines an angular groove having a portion extending between the faces and a portion extending through one of the faces. The core further defines a recess adjacent to the groove. A facing sheet is engaged with the one face of the core so as to form a composite. The facing sheet defines a gap extending therethrough in correspondence with the portion of the groove extending through the one face. An angular member includes a flange corresponding to the groove and is configured to be slidably engaged with the groove in order to secure the member to the composite. The member further includes an external portion extending outside the core and parallel to the one face, wherein the external portion defining an aperture corresponding to the recess in the core.

Abstract: The invention refers to a connection for strapping or transport belts including a lock body and an engagement element. The lock body has a plurality of integrally connected lock elements and a guide for the strapping or transport belt(s).

Abstract: A flexible cargo bed tie-down system that allows the user to easily change, adjust, customize, and adapt his or her vehicle to specific needs at any given moment, and that interfaces with the rest of the vehicle in an optimum manner from a functional, structural, and aesthetic standpoint. Tie-down track(s) are provided that are integral with the body of the vehicle such that the exterior contour of the track(s) do not extend appreciably beyond the contour of the adjacent portions of the body. This permits the track(s) to blend in with the body of the vehicle, which improves functionality because the track(s) do not obstruct the placement of items on the vehicle. The track(s) are provided with a predetermined region that provides for controlled deformation of the vehicle body in case of a collision.

Abstract: A cargo tie-down includes an enlarged head on a first end of a shaft a ring, and a “T” shaped foot on a second end of the shaft. A housing is slidably mounted to the shaft that is biased to move away from the head for engaging a rail between the housing and the foot. A track includes a pair of rails defining a slot extending along a longitudinal axis, and spaced-apart notches within the slot. The foot is inserted into the slot with the foot parallel to the longitudinal axis, the head is depressed, the tie-down is rotated until the foot is oriented transversely to the longitudinal axis, and the head is released. The tie-down is slid along the rail member until the foot is received in notches, thereby securing the tie-down to the rail member.

Abstract: An improved transport bed for use with trailers or the like and having improved clamp-down and tie-down structures is disclosed. A telescoping clamp-down device operable in conjunction with a retention channel mounted in the bed provides variably positioning capabilities of clamp-down. Slidable tie-down mechanisms can be utilized in the same retention track. Improved structural members for supporting and protecting the bed material are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention is a tie-down hoop for slidably mounting within a guide rail. An embodiment of the tie-down hoop includes a hoop, a button, a bezel, an elastomeric spring, and a sliding plate. Other embodiments of the tie-down hoop may include a hoop, a bezel, possibly a bushing between the hoop and bezel, a sliding plate, and at least one elastomeric spring. The bezel is biased towards the top of the guide rail by the spring. The top of the guide rail includes a plurality of detents for securing the tie-down hoop in a desired position. The tie-down hoop may be employed in vehicle seat guide rails to tie down cargo to the vehicle floor.

Abstract: A motor vehicle cargo restraint system has manually operated tie-down loops that are easily latched and locked to rails fastened to the vehicle structure adjoining a cargo space on the vehicle. The tie-down loops are latchable and lockable to the rails in a plurality of locations spaced along the rails. The number of tie-down loops and rails and the orientation of the rails may be varied according to the particular cargo space and the cargo restraint desired.

Abstract: A cargo tie-down includes an enlarged head on a first end of a shaft a ring, and a “T” shaped foot on a second end of the shaft. A housing is slidably mounted to the shaft that is biased to move away from the head for engaging a rail between the housing and the foot. A track includes a pair of rails defining a slot extending along a longitudinal axis, and spaced-apart notches within the slot. The foot is inserted into the slot with the foot parallel to the longitudinal axis, the head is depressed, the tie-down is rotated until the foot is oriented transversely to the longitudinal axis, and the head is released. The tie-down is slid along the rail member until the foot is received in notches, thereby securing the tie-down to the rail member.

Abstract: An improved trailer bed structure for use with trailers or the like and having an improved structural member. A bed structure having a least one bed member having a predetermined number of edges, with at least two support members joined in a predetermined configuration and a loading frame structure to support and protect the loading edge of the bed. The loading frame structure has a removable elongated member in cooperation with a frame member, each having mating structures to permit slidable removal and replacement of the removable elongated member.

Abstract: A load tying assembly consisting of first and second hook plates, each having a plurality of hook receiving apertures therethrough; and at least a first “T” hook having first and second hook ends, the “T” hook being insertable between the first and second hook plates for respective engagement of the first and second hooks ends with a pair of apertures among the first and second pluralities of hook apertures.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an adjustable, locking cargo control system for a vehicle such as a flat bed trailer, van type trailer, train, airplane or the like. The tie down system comprises at least one groove within the floor of the truck trailer. Each groove has a flange extending inward on either side of the groove. One of the flanges has a plurality of notches formed in it. The system includes at least one tie down member comprising an anchor hook insertable into the groove wherein the hook registers against an anchor flange opposite the flange having the plurality of notches. Each tie down member further comprises at least one boss extending therefrom which is positioned and sized to engage at least one of the notches in the notched flange in a manner preventing the tie down member from sliding along the groove. A tie down chain or cable is attached to the tie down member in a manner to secure a load to the floor of the or other portion of the vehicle.

Abstract: A T-flange engaging load bearing bed consisting of a metal sheet having an upper load bearing surface, a lower surface, and having a post receiving slot, and further consisting of a C-channel beam having an upwardly opening T-receiving channel, the C-channel beam being fixedly attached to the lower surface of the metal sheet so that the upwardly opening T-receiving channel underlies the post receiving slot.

Abstract: A flexible cargo bed tie-down system that allows the user to easily change, adjust, customize, and adapt his or her vehicle to specific needs at any given moment, and that interfaces with the rest of the vehicle in an optimum manner from a functional, structural, and aesthetic standpoint. Tie-down track(s) are provided that are integral with the body of the vehicle such that the exterior contour of the track(s) do not extend appreciably beyond the contour of the adjacent portions of the body. This permits the track(s) to blend in with the body of the vehicle, which improves functionality because the track(s) do not obstruct the placement of items on the vehicle. The track(s) are provided with a predetermined region that provides for controlled deformation of the vehicle body in case of a collision.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for provisionally connecting a fastening strap, specially a wheel chair strap, to a fixing rail (12) with a longitudinal groove. A securable and removable locking member of the fastening strap can be inserted into said longitudinal groove. A pivoting point for the fastening strap is arranged above a connecting member which can be anchored in the fixing rail (12) adjacent to the latter. A ball-and-socket joint (51) can be mounted on the connecting member. The joint can be connected to the connecting member and the fastening strap.

Abstract: An improved transport bed for use with trailers or the like and having improved clamp-down and tie-down structures is disclosed. A telescoping clamp-down device operable in conjunction with a retention channel mounted in the bed provides variably positioning capabilities of clamp-down. Slidable tie-down mechanisms can be utilized in the same retention track. Improved structural members for supporting and protecting the bed material are also disclosed.

Abstract: A flexible cargo bed tie-down system that allows the user to easily change, adjust, customize, and adapt his or her vehicle to specific needs at any given moment, and that interfaces with the rest of the truck in an optimum manner from a functional, structural, and aesthetic standpoint. Tie-down track(s) are provided that are integral with the body of the truck such that the exterior contour of the track(s) do not extend appreciably beyond the contour of the adjacent portions of the body. This permits the track(s) to blend in with the body of the truck, which improves functionality because the track(s) do not obstruct the placement of items on the truck. This also permits the portions of the body of the truck that support the tracks(s) to be specifically designed to take large loads, which thus allows the track(s) to support, separate and/or secure large loads.

Abstract: A winch having a U-shaped frame with a base and a pair of legs extending downwardly from the base. The frame is provided with a transverse, mounting slot extending across the base and into the legs where such terminates at opposed, dog-legged ends. A roller is rotatably secured to the legs. One end of the roller is provided with a number of sockets for engagement with a lever and is reinforced by a collar. A ratchet wheel is affixed to the other end of the roller. A pawl suspended from one of the legs selectively permits the ratchet wheel and attached roller to rotate in one direction.

Abstract: A system for tying down cargo on the deck of a transport vehicle such as a cargo of stacked steel plates on a railway flat car. Link chains are used for tying the cargo down. The system utilizes chain retainers secured to the deck or to the bottoms of C-channels recessed in the deck. The retainers are positioned on opposite sides of the cargo and close in to the bottom. A selected link of a length of each of two tie-down chains is inserted into one of two retainers. The free ends of the two chains are fastened together on top of the cargo and then ratcheted to place the chains under tension. The chain retainers are in the form of one-piece castings with a pair of right and left hand uprights with a slot therebetween in which a chain link will fit and pivot in its narrow orientation but not in its wide orientation. A selected link in its wide orientation serves to anchor the lower end of the chain to a chain retainer.

Abstract: A tiedown rail system including a plurality of tie anchors secures cargo on a pickup truck bed. The invention includes an elongated tubular four-sided rail that is mounted on the rim of a pickup truck cargo bed front wall. A three-sided channel could also be used, having openings that face the truck cab. The rail system includes repositionable anchor assemblies for attaching an end of a cargo strap to secure transported cargo in the truck bed.

Abstract: A fitting for anchoring an aircraft seat to a track mounted to the floor of the aircraft is provided. The fitting is removably mounted to the seat and includes a generally rectangular elongate base having flange-like extensions running longitudinally thereof. The base has symmetric slide bearings affixed thereto, one at each end thereof, and overlaying the base, dimensioned so that the base with attached bearings is slidably insertable into the slot of the track. When the seat is mounted to the track, the symmetric bearings are in contact with the upper inside surfaces of the slot within the track, providing relative ease of slidable movement thereof when required.

Abstract: A side rail (10) mounts on the load carrying deck of a transport vehicle to facilitate securing loads to the deck and includes an upright abutment wall (20) that intersects a support surface extension (30). The abutment wall 20 has an inner surface (22) that faces the load carrying deck and an outer surface (24) that faces away from the load carrying deck. An upwardly and outwardly angling winch mount (50) connects the outer surface (24) of the abutment wall (20) to the support surface extension (30). Upper and lower attachment flanges (26) and (28) project inwardly from the abutment wall (20) for mountably engaging the load carrying deck. The support surface extension (30) is bifurcated by a longitudinally disposed channel (32), creating an inner extension portion (36) and an outer extension portion (38). An outwardly disposed hook notched lip (42) is formed along the inner edge of the channel (32) to produce a chain tie-down securing location.

Abstract: The invention provides a rail cap for use on the wall of the cargo area of a pickup truck. The rail cap includes an elongate main body having first and second portions generally at right angles to one another, and a clamp extending along the main body. The clamp has an elongate element, a first actuator coupling the elongate element to the second portion, and operable to draw the elongate element towards the second portion, and a second actuator coupled to the elongate element and operable to push the elongate element away from the first portion. The rail cap can be assembled on the bed rail of a pickup truck without modifying the bed rail by drilling.

Abstract: A covering plate (5), for flooring in conveyances such as a railway car, is provided with a securing track (11) for securing seats, etc. The covering plate (5) is formed by a sandwich structure having a central core (24) arranged between an outer plate (25), which extends across the entire size of the covering plate, and second outer plates (26). The securing track (11) is formed in a profile (27) embedded in the sandwich structure so that a securing track (11) extends at a right angle to lateral edges (14) of the covering plate (5). As either end of the profile is provided with tracks (29) for receiving tight-fitting pins (30), a floor structure can be mounted easily and rapidly.

Abstract: A wheelchair anchor for use in a vehicle is movable between a retracted position in which it takes up a relatively small amount of floor space within the vehicle and an extended position in which it provides a plurality of anchor points to which one or more wheelchairs may be secured. An elongated track plate is secured to the floor of the vehicle so that it extends transversely to the direction of vehicle motion, and a beam assembly made up of three beams telescopingly engaged with one another is slidable along the track plate between a retracted position adjacent a first end of the track plate and an extended position wherein the beam is slid toward the opposite, second and the track plate. The distal end of the beam assembly is securable to the track plate adjacent the midportion of the track to maintain the beam assembly in the retracted position adjacent the first end of the track, and is alternatively securable to the track adjacent the second end to maintain the beam assembly in the extended position.

Abstract: A system for tying down cargo on the deck of a transport vehicle such as a cargo of stacked steel plates on a railway flat car. Link chains are used for tying the cargo down. The system utilizes chain retainers secured to the deck or to the bottoms of C-channels recessed in the deck. The retainers are positioned on opposite sides of the cargo and close in to the bottom. A selected link of a length of each of two tie-down chains is inserted into one of two retainers. The free ends of the two chains are fastened together on top of the cargo and then ratcheted to place the chains under tension. The chain retainers are in the form of one-piece castings with a pair of right and left hand uprights with a slot therebetween in which a chain link will fit and pivot in its narrow orientation but not in its wide orientation. A selected link in its wide orientation serves to anchor the lower end of the chain to a chain retainer.

Abstract: Line tensioning apparatus and method in which a slide is movable in first and second directions along an elongated bar, with a one-way brake on the slide engaging the bar and preventing movement of the slide in the second direction. The line is secured to the slide and then pulled to draw the slide in the first direction to tension the line, with the brake holding the slide where it is drawn to maintain tension in the line.

Abstract: A securement system for vertically upstanding articles on a platform such as paper rolls inside a boxcar includes vertical anchor channels, the anchor channels having notches along their length for setting a position of spools carried by the channels. The spools hold coiled webbing and one of the webbings includes a ratchet buckle fastener. The webbings can be uncoiled from the spools to the desired length to wrap around the vertical articles and secure the vertical articles using the fastener. In an alternative embodiment, movable elements finctioning as anchors for ends of the webs are vertically positionable along verticle anchor channels.

Abstract: A platform trailer includes a load carrying main frame and an elongated loading deck supported by the main frame and defining a generally planar surface upon which cargo may be loaded. An elongated side rail is attached to at least one of the loading deck and the main frame so that the side rail is disposed along a longitudinal edge of the trailer. The side rail defines an upwardly opening channel extending along the longitudinal edge. The channel has a planar central portion substantially parallel to a plane defined by an upper horizontal surface of the loading deck and opposing side portions extending vertically upward from the central portion.

Abstract: A bar system for attachment to the box of a pickup truck for securing various items in the box in a stabilized manner. The bar system includes (a) an elongated bar which includes an elongated slot, (b) mounting brackets secured to opposite ends of the bar, with at least one of the brackets being adjustably mounted, and including a bolt for securing each bracket to the box; and (c) at least one tie-down bracket carried by the bar and being movable along the bar. The bar system strengthens the box and also provides convenient and safe tie-down locations to secure and stabilize items carried in the box.

Abstract: A cargo restraining system for a truck bed is provided including at least one crank unit mounted to a side of the truck bed. Also included is a flexible, inelastic strap having at least one end coupled to the crank unit. This allows the tightening of the strap to restrain cargo within the truck bed.

Abstract: Anchoring systems include a panel having a surface and a channel recessed from the surface and a tracking plate having a spine connected with the panel in the channel. The anchoring systems further include receiving units for receiving a cargo anchoring mechanism. The tracking plate preferably further includes a face member connected with the spine member such that a portion of the spine member and the face member are spaced apart to define a cavity. The tracking plate is preferably adhered with the panel having the spine connected in the channel and the face member adhered with and coextensively overlying the inner surface of the panel. Further, the receiving units, preferably apertures of the tracking plate, can be aligned with a cavity formed between the face member and the spine member.

Abstract: An improved cargo restraint attachment assembly for use with a platform trailer includes a body having an interior side and an exterior side opposite thereto. A first section is adjacent to the interior side and configured to attach the body to a loading deck of the platform trailer so that the body extends outwardly from and along at least a portion of a longitudinal edge of the loading deck. A second section is configured to selectively secure the cargo restraint device at a desired position with respect to the longitudinal edge. The assembly may secure at least one cargo restraint device at an angle with respect to a horizontal plane to minimize bending moment on the cargo restraint device from force applied thereto by engagement with a load on a loading deck of the platform trailer.