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WO2008100890A2
WO2008100890A2 PCT/US2008/053660 US2008053660W WO2008100890A2 WO 2008100890 A2 WO2008100890 A2 WO 2008100890A2 US 2008053660 W US2008053660 W US 2008053660W WO 2008100890 A2 WO2008100890 A2 WO 2008100890A2
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Matthew Williams
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Union Rich USA LLC
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B25—HAND TOOLS; PORTABLE POWER-DRIVEN TOOLS; MANIPULATORS
    • B25H—WORKSHOP EQUIPMENT, e.g. FOR MARKING-OUT WORK; STORAGE MEANS FOR WORKSHOPS
    • B25H3/00—Storage means or arrangements for workshops facilitating access to, or handling of, work tools or instruments
    • B25H3/02—Boxes
    • B25H3/021—Boxes comprising a number of connected storage elements

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  • the present invention relates generally to article containers, and more specifically to containers for containing and transporting tools and tool accessories.
  • Tool boxes are typically used to store and transport tools, accessories, and other related items.
  • Conventional tool boxes typically have a solid, five-sided rectangular structure with an open top through which tools or other related items may be placed into, or removed from, the tool box.
  • Conventional tool boxes also generally include a handle connected to opposing ends of the tool box, and spanning the length of the opening.
  • a handle whether rigid or formed as a flexible strap, interferes with placement and/or removal of articles by introducing an access- way limitation or impediment.
  • conventional tool boxes suffer from a lack of structure enabling organization, separation, and/or secure containment of the tools or other articles stored or transported therein.
  • Improved tool box designs have recently been developed in recognition of at least some of the shortcomings of conventional tool configurations, wherein internal and/or external article organizing structures have been included in order to decrease the clutter associated with conventional tool boxes, and to facilitate fast and easy retrieval of a selected item stored in the tool box.
  • the available external article organizing structures often disadvantageously expose articles placed therein to potential loss, to sources of dirt, and to damage; for example, externally held tools could be exposed to liquids and/or could be subjected to physical damage from striking or being struck by nearby objects or structures.
  • the present invention overcomes the above-mentioned disadvantages and meets the recognized need for such a device by providing a tool container having a box section with an open top and an edge proximate the open top, at least two flaps operably connected to opposing portions of the edge, at least one handle operably associated with each flap, and at least one article organization structure connected to opposing surfaces of each flap.
  • each of the handles is slidably retained within a respective loop disposed on each of the flaps, whereby substantial retraction is facilitated in order that the open top may be fully exposed and accessible.
  • each of said article organization structures is a sealable compartment.
  • each of the sealable compartments is configured and arranged to cooperate with the other sealable compartment to selectively substantially close the box section.
  • the sealable compartments cooperate to close the box by rotating towards one another.
  • a feature and advantage of the present invention is its ability to provide a box section having an interior space for storage and transportation of tools and other related articles.
  • Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its ability to provide unobstructed access to the box section for ease of use.
  • Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its ability to securely retain and/or organize tools and/or other articles.
  • Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its ability to store articles apart from the box section to reduce the risk of loss or damage to the articles.
  • Still another feature and advantage of the present invention is its ability to selectively substantially close the box section to prevent loss of articles and/or to prevent dirt or foreign objects from entering the box section.
  • Yet another feature and advantage of the present invention is the ability of the handles to slidably extend or retract relative to the respective flap to which they are connected.
  • Yet another feature and advantage of the present invention is its ability to automatically open when placed upright on a surface.
  • FIG. 1 is a front view of the tool container according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention in a configuration for carrying, with the handles extended;
  • FIG. 2 is a front view of the tool container of FIG. 1, showing the handles in a retracted position;
  • FIG. 3 is a side view of the tool container of FIG. 1, in the configuration of FIG. 1;
  • FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the tool container of FIG. 1, in a preferred configuration for accessing the interior space;
  • FIG. 5 is a bottom view of the tool container of FIG. 1.
  • tool container 100 is preferably generally formed from a durable flexible material that defines body 110.
  • Handle 120 is preferably operably connected to flap 151 by loop 113 such that handle 120 is preferably capable of sliding within loop 113 to be retained within pocket 115 of body 110 (as best shown in FIG. 2).
  • side wall 101c preferably further includes external pockets 131 and 133 preferably with zipper closures 135 and flap 151 preferably includes external pockets 137 and 139 for containing and organizing various articles, such as tools, tool accessories, or other tool related articles.
  • flap 153 opposingly positioned on the other side of tool container 100, similarly includes loop 113, handle 120, pocket 115, and external pockets 137, and 139 and side wall 101d preferably similarly includes exterior pockets 131 and 133 with zipper closures 135.
  • Tool container 100 preferably further comprises base 140 attached to bottom lOle and preferably extending partially over the exterior of body 110, preferably up each side 101c, 101d and up each end 101a, 101b at least a minimum length.
  • Base 140 is preferably a unitary member formed from a high durability material that preferably prevents water and soil infiltration, preferably provides support to articles stored within tool container 100, and preferably provides a non-slip exterior surface on which tool container 100 rests.
  • Base 140 may be molded from a rubber, a plastic, a foam, combinations thereof, or the like.
  • the material used to form body 110 is selected such that container 100 exhibits desirable characteristics, such as high durability, water resistance, tear resistance, puncture resistance, stain resistance, fire retardance, and ease of workability, among others.
  • Suitable materials may be, for example, woven synthetic materials, such as ballistic nylon. Additionally, the material may be treated to impart or enhance such desirable characteristics.
  • handle 120 preferably slides down into and is preferably slidably retained in pocket 115 when not in use for carrying tool container
  • Handle 120 is preferably formed from a substantially sturdy material such as a metal or a resilient plastic, such as polyurethane, and preferably includes grip 125 disposed on an exposed portion.
  • Grip 125 is preferably formed from a soft or deformable material such as a foam or rubber material in order to comfort the hand of a user during use and to provide a high friction gripping surface.
  • Grip 125 may optionally be ergonomically formed and/or textured for comfort, ease of use, and/or improved gripping characteristics, and may be integrally formed in a resilient plastic or other synthetic handle.
  • tool container 100 preferably comprises box section 101, generally formed as a five-sided, rectangular, open-top box having opposing end walls 101a and 101b and opposing side walls 101c and 101d extending generally perpendicular to bottom lOle (see FIG. 4 also).
  • Tool container 100 preferably further comprises flaps 151 and 153, each connected to top edge 401 and 403 of side walls 101c and 101d, respectively.
  • an exterior portion of each of side wall 101c and 101d is integrally formed with outside layers 103 and 105 of flaps 151 and 153, respectively, thereby preventing detachment of either of flaps 151 and 153 from tool container 100 and eliminating the need for any joining technique or seam.
  • Loop 113 is preferably attached to each of outside layers 103 and 105 of flaps 151 and 153 so as to form channel encompassing at least a portion of handles 120 within loop 113.
  • External pocket 331 may optionally be included on the outside of each of end walls 101a and 101b for containing and organizing tools or other articles.
  • Flaps 151 and 153 are preferably configured and arranged such that when flaps 151, 153 are positioned adjacent one another (as shown in FIG. 3), access to interior space 160 (FIG. 4) is substantially obstructed.
  • box section 101 when flaps 151, 153 are positioned adjacent one another, box section 101 is substantially closed, thereby preferably preventing inspection or inadvertent loss of the contents of tool container 100, and further preferably preventing unauthorized removal of the contents therefrom. Furthermore, when box section 101 is closed as described above, flaps 151 and 153 preferably further prevent infiltration of dirt, debris, and/or other foreign objects.
  • Flaps 151 and 153 are preferably operable to selectively open or close box section 101 by rotation towards or away from one another about respective edges 401 and 403.
  • each slides preferably under the force of gravity, down into respective pockets 115, whereby the weight of handles 120 causes each of flaps 151 and 153 to rotate away from one another, thereby opening box section 101 automatically when tool container 100 is placed on a surface.
  • flaps 151 and 153 may be secured together by securing means (not shown) such as a strap, tie, hook, zipper, button, snap, hook and loop fastener, magnet, or clasp, or the like.
  • FIG. 4 when each of flaps 151 and 153 is rotated outwardly, away from the other flap, preferably about interior top edges 401 and 403 of side walls 101c and 101d, respectively, unobstructed access to interior space 160 of box section 101 is provided.
  • articles may easily be placed in or removed from interior space 160.
  • Such unobstructed access to interior space 160 further facilitates organization of articles stored therein because such articles can easily be seen, manipulated, and arranged within interior space 160.
  • organization structures 170 may optionally be provided to further facilitate organization and containment of tools or other articles within interior space 160.
  • Organization structures 170 may include, for example, straps, ties, clips, slots, pockets, and dividers, among others.
  • at least some organization structures 170 are adjustable and/or removable for enhanced customization of interior space 160 such that tool container 100 may be optimally configured to organize and retain particular tools, accessories, and/or other related items for a given endeavor, task, or type of work.
  • Organization structures 180 are preferably disposed on respective interior layers 155 and 157 of flaps 151, 153. According to the preferred embodiment, organization structures 180 preferably take the form of sealable compartments 181 and 183, and further preferably include organizational structures 190 disposed within each of sealable compartments 181 and 183. Sealable compartments 181 and 183 preferably include zippers 185 for closing the sealable compartments 181, 183, thereby preventing dirt, liquids, insects, or other unwanted foreign substances from entering therein. Additionally, sealable compartments 181, 183 preferably include transparent portions 187 for allowing inspection of the contents contained therein.
  • base 140 is preferably formed in a complimentary shape to box section 101, but with slightly larger peripheral dimensions so as to overlay box section 101. While box section 101 is shown as a five-sided, rectangular, open-top box, other configurations may alternatively be used, such as circular, oval, or other rounded configuration, or diamond, square, or other polygonal configuration. Furthermore, end walls and side walls 101a, 101b, 101c, and 101d and bottom lOle may optionally be integrally formed, or may be separate and joined by conventional joining techniques, such as seaming techniques. Regardless of the configuration selected for box section 101, base 140 preferably conforms to such configuration such that bottom 145 completely covers the base of box section 101, e.g. bottom lOle, and such that sidewall 143 at least partially covers the side walls of box section 101, e.g. end walls 101a, 101b, and side walls 101c, 101d.
  • Base 140 preferably includes a plurality of feet 510 disposed over bottom 145, such as in the center and at the corners, for elevating tool container 100 above a surface on which it rests.
  • Feet 510 preferably further comprise a non-slip, non-marring, cushioning material such that feet 510 maintain tool container 100 in place on a surface without damaging the surface.
  • Feet 510 may be integrally formed with base 140 or may be attached thereto using conventional fasteners or adhering methods, such as using rivets or adhesives.
  • feet 510 are integrally formed with base 140, but may optionally be attached thereto, such that base 140 is waterproof, and is capable of preventing liquids from entering into interior space 160 or into the material of tool container 100 through base 140.

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Abstract

La présente invention concerne un conteneur d'outil pour le rangement, le transport et l'organisation d'outils et d'autres articles permettant l'accès libre à l'intérieur du conteneur d'outil et offrant des structures de retenues d'articles gardant les articles retenus à l'intérieur et organisés et protégés contre l'usure et la perte.
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