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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Mar. 02, 2010
Filed:
Jun. 28, 2007
James A. Horton, Lancaster, PA (US);
James A. Horton, Lancaster, PA (US);
Other;
Abstract
A cargo management device and vehicle including a cargo management device having a base portion having a surface. The device also includes a support portion pivotably mounted to the base portion and being configured to receive cargo. A locking member is pivotably mounted to the support member and in sliding contact with the surface of the base portion. The support member is capable of detachable engagement with a portion of the surface. A bridge portion is associated with the support portion and is capable of being secured at a first position with respect to the support portion. The device is capable of loading and unloading cargo from a cargo compartment by an incline formed by the support portion. A method for unloading cargo is also disclosed.