Superstructure for kiln car

摘要

A kiln car superstructure is formed by inserting horizontal tying members into openings in hollow vertical support posts and interlocking the tying members within the posts. Two tying members are inserted into opposite openings in each post with each member extending to approximately the post center. Apertures through the tying members are located within the post interior when the tying members are positioned to form the superstructure. Locking pins are inserted into the apertures in the tying members and wedges are then inserted between the ends of the tying members. The wedges force the tying members apart which in turn force the locking pins against the interior of the post. The posts comprise sections which are stably stacked by means of post couplers having a center section sized to conform to the exterior of the post sections with reduced extensions on either side to enter the hollow interiors of the post sections. Article supporting shelves are themselves supported upon selected ones of the tying members with the article supporting shelves being formed in two sections having overlapping joints.