Global Industrial has been granted a patent for a nestable shopping cart design with a unique tray and slope plate feature. The cart allows for nesting with another cart, creating a consistent 11-inch gap between them. GlobalData’s report on Global Industrial gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
According to GlobalData’s company profile on Global Industrial, micro-LED wearables was a key innovation area identified from patents. Global Industrial's grant share as of April 2024 was 80%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Nestable shopping cart with consistent gap between nested carts
The granted patent (Publication Number: US11958522B2) describes a nestable cart with unique features designed for efficient storage and transportation. The cart includes an upright frame, a tray that can pivot between a utility position and a nested position, and a slope plate directly mounted to the tray's side. When nested with another cart, a consistent gap is maintained between them, allowing for compact storage.
Additionally, the nestable cart may feature a bottom frame supporting a second tray, with both trays capable of pivoting and nesting. The design also includes swivel casters for 360-degree motion, front casters set back from a crossbar, and an upper basket with a cup holder and storage divider. The tray's construction includes a grid steel wire pattern and a perimeter wire of specific diameter, enhancing durability and functionality. The cart's overall design, including a tapered front and upper angle support, ensures stability and ease of use during transportation and storage.
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