Locking mechanism for container lid
Patent 5029724 Issued on July 9, 1991. Estimated Expiration Date: 
January 16, 2010. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.
January 16, 2010. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.Patent References 629977 1424816 1499919 1802557 2098858 3530778 Commercial trash bin locking system Solid waste receptacle security system Patent #: 4520945 InventorApplicationNo. 465328 filed on 01/16/1990US Classes:220/322, Comprising "U" shaped or bifurcated members (e.g., pivoted bails)220/908, TRASH CONTAINER292/205Padlock or seal catchExaminersPrimary: Elkins, Gary E.Assistant: Cronin, Stephen K. Attorney, Agent or FirmForeign Patent References
International ClassB65D 045/04AbstractThe invention is directed to a locking mechanism for a container having a hinged or removable lid. The elements of the locking mechanism comprise a U-shaped securing member which is attached to the sidewalls of the container. The U-shaped member pivots over the lid, and is held in place by a lock mechanism. The locking mechanism may either fix the U-shaped securing element directly to a locking lug on the container sidewall, or may be attached to the locking lug via a securing strand element.Field of SearchHaving means for securing or retaining closure in its closed position (e.g., fastening devices)Handle attached Comprising "U" shaped or bifurcated members (e.g., pivoted bails) Elongated members (e.g., leaf spring, radiating arms) acting between face of closure and opposed abutments or walls of the container Key controlled Crossbar carries closure and serves as closure fastener Clamps, clips, hooks, or latches TRASH CONTAINER Segregated Tethered closure | |
