Ratchet for load-securing tie-down strap

Description

FIG. 1 is a top perspective view of a ratchet for load-securing tie-down strap, showing our new design;

FIG. 2 is a front elevational view thereof;

FIG. 3 is a rear elevational view thereof;

FIG. 4 is a left side elevational view thereof;

FIG. 5 is a right side elevational view thereof;

FIG. 6 is a top plan view thereof;

FIG. 7 is a bottom plan view thereof; and,

FIG. 8 is a perspective view thereof, set within its environment of use.

The broken lines in the drawings illustrate subject matter which forms no part of the claimed design.

Claims

CLAIM The ornamental design for a ratchet for load-securing tie-down strap, as shown and described.

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Inventors:	Pehar; David M. (Mayfield Heights, OH), Carlson; Jess P. (Chagrin Falls, OH)
Assignee:	Cequent Consumer Products, Inc. (Solon, OH)
Appl. No.:	D/333,278
Filed:	March 5, 2009

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Current U.S. Class:	D8/44
Current International Class:	0805
Field of Search:	;D8/14,44 ;24/68CD,68R,68E ;254/217-220,223,247-248 ;410/100

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Other References

Titan Cast Handle Ratchet. Downloaded Jun. 5, 2010 at http://highland.cequent-cpi.com/about/catalog.asp. cited by examiner.

Primary Examiner: Hyder; Phillip S
Assistant Examiner: Cody; Roselynne
Attorney, Agent or Firm: Wodard Emhardt Moriarty McNett & Henry LLP