Patent ID: 6719508
Filing Date: 2004-04-13
Classification: B65D

Abstract:
A returnable dunnage assembly for a relatively complex, machined metal member having a particular, lower portion external profile, said dunnage assembly including a relatively rigid container defining an internal configuration larger than said lower portion external profile of the machined member the metal member being non-symmetrical and having one desired unique, correct orientation within said container; characterized by:(a) a relatively flexible, conformable insert member, removably disposed within said internal configuration of said container, and having an external configuration closely spaced within said internal configuration of said container; (b) said insert member defines an internal profile configured to be in engagement with said lower portion external profile over at least a major portion thereof; (c) said insert member comprising a material operable to withstand being in engagement with said machined metal member during movement of said dunnage assembly without said engagement causing the generation of shavings from said insert member.