MODULAR STORAGE UNIT

摘要

A modular storage unit which can be assembled with the use of coupler clips without using permanent fastening means such as nails or glue or tape. The side and top walls are assembled and kept in place through the use of coupler clips which prevent the panels from moving laterally or transversely. An optional back panel may be kept in place through the use of grooves in the side and top panels. Connector pins permit the modular storage units to be stacked horizontally and/or vertically. The modular storage units may have various configurations.

主权项

1. A coupler clip for connecting a first and second panel of a modular storage unit to each other for engagement by sliding insertion in a direction, each panel haying a thickness comprising:
an inner wall haying an inner and outer surface and a length wherein the length of the inner wall contains a first segment and a second segment which form an angle at their intersection; an outer wall haying an inner and outer surface and a length wherein the length of the outer wall contains a first segment and a second segment which form an angle at their intersection substantially equal to the angle formed by the first segment and second segment of the inner wall; the first segment of the inner and outer walls spaced from each other a distance substantially equal to the thickness of a first panel of the modular storage unit; the second segment of the inner and outer walls spaced from each other a distance substantially equal to the thickness of a second panel of the modular storage unit; at least one of the first segment of the inner surface of the inner wall and the first segment of the inner surface of the outer wall contain a projecting tongue extending longitudinally in the direction of insertion facing the opposing inner surface and projecting laterally a distance less than a distance substantially equal to the thickness of the first panel of the modular storage unit; at least one of the second segment of the inner surface of the inner wall and the second segment of the inner surface of the outer wall contain a projecting tongue extending longitudinally in the direction of insertion facing the opposing inner surface and projecting laterally a distance less than a distance equal to the thickness of the second panel of the modular storage unit; a cap integrally formed with one end of the inner and outer walls.