Patent ID: 6210069
Filing Date: 2001-04-03
Classification: B65D,Y10T

Abstract:
A free standing support block interconnecting storage crates which have recesses formed therein, the block comprising:four integral side walls which are connected together to define a rigid block shape; anda support boss which is located centrally between all four side walls and which is connected to at least two of the side walls, the support boss having a central bore formed therethrough to receive and support a workpiece therein;wherein the support block is constructed and arranged such that the central bore of the support boss provides a substantially unobstructed passage therethrough, whereby a workpiece may be passed through the block and extend outwardly from two opposed exterior surfaces thereof; andthe central bore is tapered such that it has a larger diameter at one end thereof and tapers to a smaller diameter from said one end for facilitating insertion of the workpiece into the one end.