摘要 |
<p>A lifting device (100) having two restraining devices (102) coupled to a handle (106) by a cord (104). The restraining devices (102) receive cylindrical object such as a gas cylinder (110) and lifting of the handle (106) tensions the cord (104) and causes the restraining devices (102) to clamp onto the gas cylinder (110). Accordingly, the gas cylinder (110) can be conveniently lifted and carried, and, when the gas cylinder (110) is lowered onto its side, is inhibited from rolling. In another embodiment the restraining devices (102) are independently secured about the gas cylinder (110) by securing devices (27). Also, a cleat may be used to maintain the clamping force of the restraining devices (102) onto the gas cylinder (110).</p> |