Patent ID: 8205927
Filing Date: 2012-06-26
Classification: B60J

Abstract:
1. A tarping system for a container having an open-top with a top edge, a bottom and side walls, comprising: a cover dimensioned to extend over the container and including a first end and an opposite second end, the first end mounted to the top edge of the container; at least one arm having a first end and a second end, the second end connected to the second end of said cover and said first end mounted at a fixed pivot to the container so that the arm can pivot to and from an extended position in which said cover is extended over the container; at least one cable corresponding to said at least one arm and connected to said arm between the first end and the second end thereof; a biasing mechanism mounted to the container and configured to slideably receive said cable, and a drive mechanism supported by the container and connected to said cable, said drive mechanism configured to pull said cable to thereby pivot said arm relative to the container.