David R Brindle

US Patent:

54641411, Nov 7, 1995

Filed:

Mar 7, 1994

Appl. No.:

8/206348

Inventors:

David R. Brindle - Haverhill MA

International Classification:

B60R 9042

US Classification:

224328

Abstract:

A carrier for carrying elongate materials of varying lengths comprises an outer container, an insert which fits and is slidable within the outer container, and a shelf assembly disposed within the insert for holding the elongate materials. The insert has top access ports (preferably, two) and side access ports for viewing and obtaining access to materials stored within the interior of the insert. The shelf assembly has, preferably, a T-shaped cross-section, and comprises a horizontal member for holding materials stored in an upper portion of the insert, and a vertical member dividing the lower portion of the insert into separate compartments. Further features include a retrieve handle connected to the insert and a pair of brackets for mounting the outer container to the top of a vehicle.