Robert Rado

US Patent:

43534651, Oct 12, 1982

Filed:

Jun 11, 1981

Appl. No.:

6/272510

Inventors:

Robert J. Rado - Chicago IL

International Classification:

B65D 8520
B65D 134

US Classification:

206378

Abstract:

A tray for storing and retaining sockets such as those used by machanics has handles and a top surface with openings providing a plurality of seats with a base portion depressed below the top. Resilient, spring-like socket retainers are located in each seat. The resilient retainers have outwardly extending legs which contact a portion of the depressed base portion of the seat and rest thereon. As sockets are placed over the resilient retainer, the retainer is slightly urged together providing a spring force which grips the socket securely, holds it in place and prevents it from being removed unintentionally.