Patent ID: 7222902
Filing Date: 2007-05-29
Classification: B66C,Y10S

Abstract:
1. A spool handling device for engaging and disengaging a spool comprising, a base, a spindle supported by said base and adapted to receive the spool, a latch assembly pivotally mounted relative to said base and including a handle and a latch for releasably securing the spool on said spindle, an ejection arm for assisting in removal of the spool from said spindle, a pivot shaft connected to said base, said latch assembly being rotatably mounted on said pivot shaft for movement between an engaged position and a disengaged position, wherein said handle is adapted to pivot said latch from said engaged position to said disengaged position and actuation of said handle brings said ejection arm into engagement with the spool to displace the spool from said spindle.