Seaboard has been granted a patent for a utility raceway designed for commercial cargo bodies. The raceway features internal utility cavities separated by vertically-oriented flanges and living hinges for pivotable movement between sides. GlobalData’s report on Seaboard gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

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Utility raceway for commercial cargo body with internal utility cavities

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: Seaboard Corp

A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11884333B2) discloses a utility raceway designed for commercial cargo bodies. The utility raceway features an interior space with multiple internal utility cavities separated by vertically-oriented flanges. The design includes living hinges that allow for pivotable movement of the sides to access the interior, with the ability to transition between closed and open configurations. Additionally, the utility raceway includes features such as recesses, beads, and elastic members for secure closure and sealing.

Furthermore, the patent describes a floor assembly for commercial cargo bodies that incorporates the utility raceway. The floor assembly consists of interchangeable planks spanning between two utility raceways, defining the load floor of the cargo body. Each utility raceway can open and close to access internal utility cavities, with doors for convenience. The design also includes overhangs and shelves on the planks to ensure a secure and sealed construction. This innovative floor assembly design provides easy access to utility lines within the cargo body and extends the entire length of the interior cargo area for maximum utility and efficiency.

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