Patent ID: 7131608
Filing Date: 2006-11-07
Classification: B60P,B65H

Abstract:
1. A case for storing and winding a plurality of ratchet tie-downs each having a first part and having a second part, the second part of each tie-down including a strap having a hook at one end, the tie-downs being removable from the case for use, the case comprising: a base; a plurality of reels each reel having a compartment for storing the first parts of the tie downs and supported on the base for rotation relative to the base, each reel having a winding portion for winding the strap on the reel upon rotation of the reel; a rotation mechanism for simultaneously rotating all the reels on the base in a winding direction relative to the base thereby to wind the straps onto the reels; and a lid for the case, the lid when in a closed position helping to retain the straps in the case, the lid also having an open position relative to the base for enabling removal of the straps from the reels; the case having a closed configuration adapted for placement on a retail store shelf and the lid having an exterior major side surface for holding retail information.