Patent ID: 6609676
Filing Date: 2003-08-26
Classification: B65H

Abstract:
A reel for storing and transporting cable wire, said reel comprising:a first annular flange, said first annular flange having an inner diameter and an inner perimeter; a plurality of first arcuate sections, each of said first arcuate sections having a first end and a second end, said first arcuate sections arranged in end to end relationship to form said first annular flange; first means for connecting each said plurality of first arcuate sections in said end to end relationship, wherein said first means for connecting are truss plates; a first spoke member, said first spoke member spanning said inner diameter and attached at said inner perimeter of said first annular flange; a second annular flange, said second annular flange having an inner diameter and an inner perimeter; a plurality of second arcuate sections, each of said second arcuate sections having a first end and a second end, said second arcuate sections arranged and connected in end to end relationship to form said second annular flange; second means for connecting each said plurality of second arcuate sections in said end to end relationship; a second spoke member, said second spoke member spanning said inner diameter of said second annular flange and attached at said inner perimeter of said second flange; and a plurality of staves connecting said first annular flange.