Patent ID: 8562048
Filing Date: 2013-10-22
Classification: B66C

Abstract:
1. A device for engaging an object having an opening through a surface thereof, the device comprising: a first pivotable hook comprising a first collar at a first end thereof and extending to a first point at a second end thereof, and further comprising a first bend between said first collar and said first point, the first pivoting hook defining a first opening substantially at said first bend, and further comprising a first upper surface between the first bend and the first point; a second pivotable hook comprising a second collar at a first end thereof and extending to a second point at a second end thereof, and further comprising a second bend between said second collar and said second point, the second pivoting hook defining a second opening substantially at said second bend, and further comprising a second upper surface between the second bend and the second point; and a fastener extending through said first opening and said second opening such that said first and second pivoting hooks pivot around said fastener, wherein when said first and second collars are substantially aligned and the device is engaging an object, at least a portion of the engaged object rests on the first and second upper surfaces.