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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
May. 09, 2017
Filed:
Mar. 08, 2011
Jean-luc Andre, Molsheim, FR;
Jacques Ober, Strasbourg, FR;
Jean-Luc Andre, Molsheim, FR;
Jacques Ober, Strasbourg, FR;
LOHR INDUSTRIE, Hangenbieten, FR;
Abstract
The invention relates to a removable supporting cross-member () comprising: a built-in adjustable-height fifth wheel () for receiving the kingpin of semi-trailer, and front () and rear () openings for the passage of the fork arms of a forklift truck or tractor. The invention can be used for moving a semi-trailer, positioning the semi-trailer horizontally on a carriage and securing same for transport, as well as for the corresponding operations during unloading, using only a forklift truck or tractor suitably dimensioned for the loads to be supplied. The invention is suitable for use by those involved in intermodal trail transport.