Patrick Industries. has been granted a patent for a water sports equipment storage rack featuring a U-shaped support, a movable claw, and a biasing member. The design allows the claw to rotate and move linearly, facilitating secure storage and easy access to equipment. GlobalData’s report on Patrick Industries gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Water sports equipment storage rack with movable claw
The patent US12037086B2 describes a water sports equipment storage rack designed to securely hold and manage water sports gear. The rack features at least one U-shaped support with a slot, a claw that can move linearly and rotate between open and closed positions, and a biasing member that facilitates the claw's movement. The claw's design allows it to be closer to the slot in the closed position, enhancing the security of the stored equipment. The biasing member, which can be a gas spring or a traditional spring, imparts a force to keep the claw closed while reducing this force as the claw approaches the end of its linear movement, enabling it to open easily.
Additionally, the patent outlines configurations for multiple racks, each comprising a pair of U-shaped supports aligned with slots that facilitate the claw's operation. The claw is strategically positioned between the supports, and powered actuators can be integrated to automate the claw's movement. The design ensures that the racks can be arranged in proximity to one another, maintaining parallel alignment of their slots. This innovative storage solution aims to improve the efficiency and safety of storing water sports equipment, making it accessible while minimizing the risk of damage.
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