Bent tensioner for securing loads has a hinged tensioning grip with ratchet mechanism and base plate all made from robust plastic moulded components

摘要

A belt tensioner for securing loads on goads vehicles etc,. has all components made of tough moulded plastic for weight and cost saving. The tensioner has a base plate (10) with outer ribs and with a pair of flanges to take the ratchet axle. An operating hand grip is hinged on the same axle via moulded mounting flanges. The base plate and hand grip are reinforced by moulded side flanges and cross flanges. The ratchet has two ratchet wheels and the tensioner is completed with grip plates and ratchet grips, also made of tough moulded plastic.