DIRECT LOADING APPARATUS FOR PALLET RELATED SYSTEMS

摘要

An apparatus for transporting and handling a cargo platform is provided. The apparatus includes a frame (16) having a cradle beam (18) that receives the cargo platform. The cradle beam (18) supports a lower surface of the cargo platform. The apparatus further includes a locking mechanism (30) operably associated with the cradle beam (18) and actuates to securely fasten the cargo platform to the frame when the cargo platform is rested upon the cradle beam (18). The apparatus also includes a plurality of wheel assemblies (20) for wheeling the frame along a ground surface.