US20060070901A1 - Utility bag assembly for transporting and organizing small items - Google Patents
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A portable storage assembly is disclosed. The assembly can include a carrying case having body panels that enclose a main storage volume. At least one of the body panels can have an opening and a cover that is selectively positioned in an open position to allow access to the storage volume and a stowed position to cover the opening. A storage unit can be disposed in the main storage volume. The storage unit can have a holder and plural members that each define a storage volume for small items. The members can be received by the holder and accessible through the opening so that the small items can be placed in and removed from the storage volumes without removal of at least the holder from the carrying case.
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- The present invention relates generally to a carrier for transporting, storing and organizing small items and, more particularly, to a portable storage assembly arranged to hold and increase the portability of loose, items such as fasteners.
- There are a wide variety of utility bags and hand-tool carrying devices on the market. Some devices are of the tool box variety, which are of rigid plastic or metal and include a hinged top and a removable tray that lifts out to reveal the inner confines of the box for bulk tool storage. Some tool boxes include drawers that slide outward for accessing tools that have been placed in the drawers.
- “Soft-sided” utility bags, which recently have been introduced on the market, make up another class of tool carrying devices. These bags typically are made from synthetic fabrics and are available in a variety of sizes and configurations. Soft-sided bags are generally similar to a doctor's bag with a zippered top opening that provides access to an inside volume where tools lay in a bulk storage arrangement. Some bags include inner and/or outer pockets for storing and organizing small items, such as drill bits, short tools and so forth.
- In addition to carrying tools, workmen also tend to carry groups of small items, such as nails, screws, rivets, washers, electrical connectors and the like. When placed in conventional tool boxes and utility bags, these items tend to settle to the bottom under larger items and become mixed together, making it hard to locate any particular small item of interest. Although it is common to organize small items in a set of storage drawers, in jars and/or in bins, portability of these storage devices has been an issue.
- Accordingly, there is a need in the art for an improved small item storage and carrying assembly.
- One aspect of the invention relates to a portable storage assembly including a carrying case having body panels that enclose a main storage volume, at least one of the body panels having an opening and a cover that is selectively positioned in an open position to allow access to the storage volume and a stowed position to cover the opening; and a storage unit disposed in the main storage volume, the storage unit having a holder and plural members that each define a storage volume for small items, the members received by the holder and are accessible through the opening so that the small items can be placed in and removed from the storage volumes without removal of at least the holder from the carrying case.
- Another aspect of the invention relates to a portable storage assembly including a carrying case having body panels that enclose a main storage volume, at least one of the body panels having an opening and a cover that is selectively positioned in an open position to allow access to the storage volume and a stowed position to cover the opening; and a storage unit disposed in the main storage volume, the storage unit having a holder and plural members that each define a storage volume for small items, the members received by the holder; and wherein an interior of the cover forms a stop surface that, in the stowed position of the cover, exerts inward force on the members to reduce movement of the members with respect to the holder during transport of the storage assembly.
- Yet another aspect of the invention relates to a method of storing small items including opening a cover of a carrying case to allow access to an interior of the carrying case through an opening; opening a member that defines a storage volume and is at least partially received by a holder, the holder disposed within the carrying case; placing the small items in the storage volume; and closing the member and the cover such that, in the closed positions, the cover maintains the closed position of the member with respect to the holder.
- These and further features of the present invention will be apparent with reference to the following description and drawings, wherein:
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FIG. 1 is a front perspective view of a utility bag assembly for transporting and organizing small items according to a first example embodiment of the invention; -
FIG. 2 is a front plan view of the utility bag assembly of the first example embodiment; -
FIG. 3 is a rear perspective view of the utility bag assembly of the first example embodiment; -
FIG. 4 is a rear plan view of the utility bag assembly of the first example embodiment; -
FIG. 5 is a top view of the utility bag assembly of the first example embodiment; -
FIG. 6 is a front perspective view of a utility bag assembly for transporting and organizing small items according to a second example embodiment of the invention; and -
FIG. 7 is a rear perspective view of the utility bag assembly of the second example embodiment. - In the description that follows, like components have been given the same reference numerals, regardless of whether they are shown in different embodiments of the present invention. To illustrate the present invention in a clear and concise manner, the drawings may not necessarily be to scale and certain features may be shown in somewhat schematic form. Features that are described and/or illustrated with respect to one embodiment may be used in the same way or in a similar way in one or more other embodiments and/or in combination with or instead of the features of the other embodiments.
- Aspects of the present invention are directed to a utility bag assembly for organizing, storing and transporting small items. Small items, as used herein, is best defined by example and typically include items that fit within the palm of one's hand and have a tendency to settle to the bottom of a storage volume when stored with larger items (e.g., tools) and/or become easily mixed with other small items if placed in the same container. Examples of small items include, but are not limited to, fasteners (e.g., screws, nails, bolts, rivets, cotter pins, etc.), electrical connectors (e.g., wire nuts), washers, nuts, gaskets, grommets, clips, blades, picture hooks, screw anchors, drill bits, interchangeable screwdriver bits, glazing points, tacks, staples, paper clips, fishing lures, sewing items (e.g., pins, needles, buttons, etc.) and the like.
- The utility bag assembly includes a carrying case and one or more storage units that accommodate small items. The storage units and carrying case are conveniently arranged so that small items can be retrieved without removing the entire storage unit from the carrying case. In addition, the carrying case interacts with the storage units to retain the storage units in an organized manner within the carrying case and/or to substantially keep the storage units in a closed position during transport of the utility bag assembly. As will be described in greater detail below, three types of example storage units are illustrated. However, as one of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate, the invention is not limited to the illustrated examples of storage units and includes other storage units that fall within the scope of the invention as defined by the claims appended hereto.
- A first of the illustrated storage units is an assembly of drawers. The drawers can be accessed through a side panel of the carrying case. The side panel can be placed in stowed position to limit opening of the drawers that could otherwise lead to spilling of small items contained in the drawers.
- A second of the illustrated storage units is an assembly of bins. Similar to the drawers, the bins can be accessed through a side panel that can be placed in a stowed position to limit opening of the bins.
- A third of the illustrated storage units is an assembly of containers, such as boxes or jars. The containers are retained in the carrying case by flexible members, such as elastic straps. The containers can be accessed and/or removed from the carrying case through a side panel and/or a top panel.
- Other types of storage units that can be used with the carrying case include, for example, plastic or metal boxes with “snap-on” or hinged lids, fabric pouches, partitioned or unpartitioned shelves onto which items can be placed (e.g., “cubby holes”) and so forth. In one embodiment, “cubby holes” can be sized to receive containers, such as cardboard boxes in which fasteners are commonly sold.
- In addition to retaining the storage units, the carrying case can include one or more general purpose storage volumes for storing items such as hand and power tools. The general purpose storage volumes can be accessed, for example, through a closeable top panel or closeable end panel of the carrying case.
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FIGS. 1-5 , shown is autility bag assembly 10. Theutility bag assembly 10 can include a “soft-sided”carrying case 12 and one ormore storage units 14. In the illustrated example, thecarrying case 12 is a generally rectangular bag having a bottom panel (not shown), opposing side panels 16, opposingend panels 18 and atop panel 20. The bottom panel, side panels 16,end panels 18 andtop panel 20 are collectively referred to herein as body panels. The body panels can be made from one or more pieces of conformable material that are stitched or otherwise secured together. Example materials for these panels include various fabrics, cotton, nylon, leather, plastic, rubber and the like. In one embodiment, one or more of the body panels, as well as internal dividers 22, can include padded material. For example, impact absorbing material such as foam or fiber matting can be sandwiched between layers of fabric to form the body panels and/or dividers 22 or the impact absorbing material can be attached to a surface of the body panels and/or dividers 22. - In one embodiment, the body panels can include rigid material, such as plastic, metal or wood, to strengthen and/or shape the
carrying case 12. The dividers can be made from the same material(s) as the body panels, or can include or be made exclusively from rigid material (e.g., plastic, metal or wood). Rigid material members also can be used to position thestorage units 14 within thecarrying case 12. - In another embodiment, the bottom panel can be made of thicker, heavier and/or more durable material (e.g., molded rubber or plastic) than the rest of the body panels. For example, the bottom panel can have properties that prevent or delay the environment from damaging the
carrying case 12 or the contents thereof. For example, the bottom panel can minimize water or moisture from entering thecarrying case 12 by absorption through the bottom panel, even when thecarrying case 12 is placed on a damp surface. - In alternative embodiments, the carrying
case 12 can be arranged to have a more rigid configuration, such as the configuration of a tool box that is made from metal or plastic. Modifications to the illustrated embodiment to retainstorage units 14 with a rigid carrying case will be apparent to one of ordinary skill in the art. - The carrying
case 12 can includestraps 24 for transporting the carryingcase 12 and contents of the carryingcase 12 by carrying, pulling, lifting, etc. Thestraps 24 may be securely or removably attached to the carryingcase 12 in a number of ways, for example, by stitching 25 or with clips. In the illustrated embodiment, straps 24 are stitched to an outer surface of an openable flap 26 portion of each side panel 16. When the flaps 26 are closed, such as in a stowed position described below, thestraps 24 can be used as a handle that can be grasped by a hand of a user. A shoulder strap(s) can be removably connected to the carryingcase 12 by clips that engage rings that are, in turn, secured to the carryingcase 12 in strategic locations, such as on theend panels 18. Other types of handles may be used to facilitate transporting theutility bag assembly 10. - The body panels, including the bottom panel, the side panels 16, the
end panels 18 and thetop panel 20 enclose amain storage volume 28. Thevolume 28 can be divided with the dividers 22 into smaller storage volumes, or storage sections 30. The dividers 22 can be secured to interior surfaces of the body panels or integrally formed with one or more of the body panels. - In the illustrated example, the dividers 22 are generally disposed along a longitudinal axis of the carrying
case 12 to form three longitudinal storage sections 30. Afirst section 30 a is disposed adjacent a first of theside panels 16 a, asecond section 30 b is disposed adjacent a second of theside panels 16 b and athird section 30 c is disposed between theother sections volume 28 can be made with additional dividers. Alternatively, the carryingcase 12 can be divided into two sections 30 or not divided. - The
first section 30 a can be accessed via anopening 32 a in theside panel 16 a. Theflap 26 a (also referred to herein as a cover) can be used to selectively cover or expose theopening 32 a. Theflap 26 a forms a part of theside panel 16 a and can have an open position as illustrated inFIGS. 1-5 such that a user can access the contents of thefirst section 30 a through anopening 32 a defined by theside panel 16 a. Theflap 26 a can have a closed position, or stowed position, such that the opening 32 a is covered and objects disposed within thesection 30 a are retained in thesection 30 a during movement of theutility bag assembly 10. By way of an example,FIG. 7 shows a flap portion of a side panel in a stowed position. In the stowed position, a closing mechanism 34 a can be used to secure the flap 26 to the rest of theside panel 16 a. In the illustrated example, the closing mechanism 34 a is a zipper having corresponding sections stitched to an edge of the flap 26 and a portion of theside panel 16 a defining the opening 32 a. Other closing mechanisms 34 can be used, such as snaps, a pull-tie, Velcro fastener or the like. - A
storage unit 14 can be disposed in thesection 30 a. In the illustrated example, thestorage unit 14 disposed in thesection 30 a is adrawer assembly 35. Thedrawer assembly 35 can include aframe 36 that holds a plurality ofdrawers 38. Eachdrawer 38 can be a rectangular container for storing small items and has an open top that. The drawers can be made from a rigid material, such as plastic, metal or wood. To assist a user in pulling thedrawer 38 from theframe 36, the drawer can include a pull tab (as illustrated), a knob, a handle or other grasping member. In one embodiment, theframe 36 is an assembly made from a rigid material (e.g., plastic, metal or wood) that receives thedrawers 38 in corresponding receptacles. For example, for eachdrawer 38, theframe 36 can include a shelf surface to provide subjacent support to thedrawer 38. The frame can include a ceiling surface for eachdrawer 38 disposed adjacent the open top of thedrawer 38. When thedrawer 38 is closed (e.g., received within the corresponding receptacle of the frame 36), the ceiling surface can stop small items contained in thedrawer 38 from exiting a volume defined by a bottom and sidewalls of thedrawer 38, such as during movement and/or jostling of theutility bag assembly 10. Alternatively or in addition to the ceiling surface, eachdrawer 38 can include a lid (not shown). The lid can be detachably or pivotally (e.g., with a hinge) connected to thedrawer 38. The frame also can include vertical members between each drawer or adjacent at least some of the drawers to reduce horizontal shifting of thedrawers 38. A rear wall of theframe 36 can minimize shifting and/or over-travel of thedrawers 38 towards thesecond side panel 16 b. Alternatively, the rear wall of theframe 36 can be omitted and the divider 22 can minimize shifting and/or over-travel of thedrawers 38 towards thesecond side panel 16 b. - When the flap 26 is open, such as in the illustrated position, the
drawers 38 can be accessed by a user of theutility bag assembly 10. For instance, thedrawers 38 can be pulled from theframe 36. Small items can be placed into or removed from thedrawer 38 as needed. Thereafter, thedrawers 38 can be closed by pushing thedrawers 38 into theframe 36. Thedrawers 38 can slide on the corresponding shelf surfaces of theframe 38. Alternatively, thedrawers 38 can ride on glides, slides, rollers or the like. Stops can be provided to limit complete removal of thedrawers 38 from theframe 36 by a simple pulling action. - When the
flap 26 a is in the stowed position so as to cover theopening 32 a, the interior surface of theflap 26 a is disposed adjacent the front of thedrawers 38. In this position, the interior surface of theflap 26 a can serve as a stop surface to minimize movement of thedrawers 38 out of theframe 36. For example, if theutility bag assembly 10 were to be moved, thedrawers 38 may have a tendency to move relative to theframe 36 and carryingcase 12. The presence of theflap 26 a can minimize such movement by exerting inward force on the front of thedrawers 38 and/or pull tab or other grasping member disposed on or formed as part of the front of thedrawers 38. Although thedrawers 38 may experience some movement relative to theframe 36 during transport of theutility bag assembly 10, it has been found that theflap 26 a can sufficiently limit travel of thedrawers 38 so that most small items remain contained in thedrawers 38 by a closing function of theframe 36 over the open top of thedrawers 38. - The
frame 36 can be “trapped” within the carryingcase 12. For example, theframe 36 can be inserted between the portion of theside panel 16 a defining the opening 32 a and the divider 22 a. The opening 32 a can be large enough to allow access to thedrawers 38, but a portion of theframe 36 can be covered by the side panel portion defining the opening 32 a to limit movement of theframe 36 relative to the carryingcase 12. Theend panels 18 can be located adjacent ends of theframe 36 to further limit movement of theframe 36 relative to the carryingcase 12. Although not used in the illustrated embodiment, additional dividers, clips and/or other securing mechanisms can be used to position and/or secure theframe 36 within the carryingcase 12. - In some configurations, the
frame 36 and/ordrawers 38 can be removed from the carryingcase 12, such as by pulling and stretching the body panels and/or dividers 22 of the carryingcase 12 and feeding theframe 36 through the opening 32 a or anopening 40 in thetop panel 20. However, it will be appreciated that objects stored in thedrawers 38 can be conveniently accessed without removal of theentire drawer assembly 35. The bottom panel (not illustrated) can provide subjacent support to thedrawer assembly 35. - In another embodiment, the
assembly 35 can include theframe 36 without thedrawers 38. In this embodiment, theframe 36 forms shelves upon which items can be placed. In the stowed position, theflap 26 a can restrict movement of the items placed on the shelves. - With continued reference to
FIGS. 1-5 , thesecond section 30 b can be accessed via anopening 32 b in theside panel 16 b. Theflap 26 b (also referred to herein as a cover) can be used to selectively cover or expose theopening 32 b. Theflap 26 b forms a part of theside panel 16 b and can have an open position as illustrated inFIGS. 1-5 such that a user can access the contents of thesecond section 30 b through anopening 32 b defined by theside panel 16 b. Theflap 26 b can have a closed position, or stowed position, such that theopening 32 b is covered and objects disposed within thesection 30 b are retained in thesection 30 b during movement of theutility bag assembly 10. By way of an example, FIG. 7 shows a flap portion of a side panel in a stowed position. In the stowed position, aclosing mechanism 34 b can be used to secure theflap 26 b to the rest of theside panel 16 b. In the illustrated example, theclosing mechanism 34 b is a zipper having corresponding sections stitched to an edge of theflap 26 b and a portion of theside panel 16 b defining the opening 32 a. Other closing mechanisms 34 can be used, such as snaps, a pull-tie, Velcro fastener or the like. - A
storage unit 14 can be disposed in thesection 30 b. In the illustrated example, twostorage units 14 are disposed in thesection 30 b. One of thestorage units 14 is abin assembly 42 and the other is a container assembly (discussed below). Thebin assembly 42 can include aframe 44 that holds a plurality ofbins 46. Eachbin 46 can be an open top container for storing small items. Thebins 46 can be made from a rigid material, such as plastic, metal or wood. Eachbin 46 can be pivotally mounted to theframe 44 at a lower outside edge of thebin 46. Pivoting an upper portion of thebin 46 forward can allow access to astorage volume 48 defined by thebin 46 through the top opening. In the illustrated example, thebins 46 are secured to theframe 44 so that thebins 46 cannot be easily detached from theframe 44. Alternatively, thebins 46 can be detached from theframe 44 or not secured to theframe 44 at all to allow complete removal ofindividual bins 46 from theframe 44 andutility bag assembly 10. - To assist a user in pulling and rotating the
bins 46 forward, thebins 46 can include aledge 50 that can be guided by the fingertips of a user. Alternatively, a grasping member, lip, pull tab, knob, handle or other device can be disposed on or formed as part of the front of thebins 46 to facilitate opening of thebins 46. - In one embodiment, the
frame 44 is an assembly made from a rigid material (e.g., plastic, metal or wood) that receive thebins 46 in corresponding receptacles. For example, for each bin 46, theframe 44 can include a member (e.g., shelf or bar) to provide subjacent and/or hinge support to thebin 46. The frame can include a ceiling surface for each bin 46 disposed adjacent the open top of thebin 46. When thebin 46 is closed (e.g., received within the corresponding receptacle of the frame 44), the ceiling surface can stop small items contained in thebin 46 from exiting thestorage volume 48 defined by thebin 46, such as during movement and/or jostling of theutility bag assembly 10. Alternatively or in addition to the ceiling surface, each bin 46 can include a lid (not shown). The lid can be detachably or pivotally (e.g., with a hinge) connected to thebin 46. Theframe 44 also can include vertical members between each bin 46 or adjacent at least some of thebins 46 to reduce horizontal shifting of thebins 46. A rear wall of theframe 44 can minimize shifting and/or over-travel of thebins 48 towards thefirst side panel 16 a. Alternatively, the rear wall of theframe 44 can be omitted and thedivider 22 b can minimize shifting and/or over-travel of thebins 44 towards thefirst side panel 16 a. - When the
flap 26 b is open, such as in the illustrated position, thebins 46 can be accessed by a user of theutility bag assembly 10. For instance, thebins 46 can be rotated with respect to theframe 44. Small items can be placed into or removed from thebins 46 as needed. Thereafter, thebins 46 can be closed by rotating thebins 46 into theframe 44. Stops can be provided to limit over-rotation and/or complete removal of thebins 46 from theframe 44 by a simple rotating action. Thebins 46 can be spring biased such that after opening of abin 46, thebin 46 returns to a closed position unless held open. - When the
flap 26 b is in the stowed position so as to cover theopening 32 b, the interior surface of theflap 26 b is disposed adjacent the front of thebins 46. In this position, the interior surface of theflap 26 b can serve as a stop surface to minimize movement of thebins 46 out of theframe 44. For example, if theutility bag assembly 10 were to be moved, thebins 46 may have a tendency to rotate or otherwise move relative to theframe 44 and carryingcase 12. The presence of theflap 26 b can minimize such movement by exerting inward force on the front of thebins 46. Although thebins 46 may experience some movement relative to theframe 44 during transport of theutility bag assembly 10, it has been found that theflap 26 b can sufficiently limit travel of thebins 46 so that most small items remain contained in thebins 46 by a closing function of theframe 44 over the open top of thebins 46. - The
frame 44 can be “trapped” within the carryingcase 12. For example, theframe 44 can be inserted between the portion of theside panel 16 b defining theopening 32 b and thedivider 22 b. Theopening 32 b can be large enough to allow access to thebins 46, but a portion of theframe 44 can be covered by the side panel portion defining theopening 32 b to limit movement of theframe 44 relative to the carryingcase 12. Theend panels 18 can be located adjacent ends of theframe 44 to further limit movement of theframe 44 relative to the carryingcase 12. Although not used in the illustrated embodiment, additional dividers, clips and/or other securing mechanisms can be used to position and/or secure theframe 44 within the carryingcase 12. - In some configurations, the
frame 44 and/orbins 46 can be removed from the carryingcase 12, such as by pulling and stretching the body panels and/or dividers 22 of the carryingcase 12 and feeding theframe 44 through theopening 32 b or theopening 40 in thetop panel 20. However, it will be appreciated that objects stored in thebins 38 can be conveniently accessed without removal of theentire bin assembly 42. The bottom panel (not illustrated) can provide subjacent support to thebin assembly 42. - As indicated, a
second storage unit 14 can be located in one or both of thefirst section 30 a andsecond section 30 b. For example, both adrawer assembly 35 and abin assembly 46 or a combination thereof can be located in one or both of the sections 30. In the illustrated example, thesecond section 30 b contains thebin assembly 42 and a container assembly 52. In another example, one or both of thesections sections storage unit 14 or nostorage unit 14. - The container assembly 52 can include one or more retaining straps 54 that holds a plurality of
containers 56. In the illustrated example, thecontainers 56 are hollow cylinders, such as jars or bottles, made from a rigid material such as glass, plastic, metal or the like. Eachcontainer 56 can include alid 58, such a snap-on lid, a twist-on lid (with or without threaded engagement to the container 56), a hinged lid and so forth. It will be appreciated that thecontainers 56 need not be cylindrically shaped, but could be rectangular or another other shape, such as a custom shape to conform to a particular object. Also, thestraps 54 can be used to hold objects other thancontainers 56, such as tools. Thestraps 54 can be made from elastic material, such as a fabric that includes elastic fibers and/or an elastic weave. In the illustrated embodiment, eachstrap 54 forms a loop with ends secured to thedivider 22 b. Each loop can be made from an individual piece of material. Alternatively, multiple loops can be made from one piece of material that has been stitched or secured to thedivider 22 b, or other member (e.g., a body panel) at selected locations. To retain an object orcontainer 56 with thestraps 54, thestrap 54 can be pulled to stretch thestrap 54 and the container can be placed within the corresponding loop. Release of thestrap 54 can cause thestrap 54 to conform to the exterior side surfaces of thecontainer 56 to limit movement of thecontainer 56 relative to the carryingcase 12. A bottom of thecontainer 54 can rest on an upper surface of the frame 44 (e.g., as shown in the illustrated embodiment), on an upper surface of theframe 36, on the bottom body panel, etc. If the tension of thestrap 54 is sufficient, the bottom of thecontainer 56 may not receive subjacent support. - In another embodiment, the
straps 54 can be in multiple sections having a closure mechanism, such as Velcro fastener, buttons, snaps, ties, clips, catches and the like. In this embodiment, the strap sections are fitted around thecontainer 56 and secured together to retain thecontainer 56. - The
straps 54 need not be made from elastic material. Alternatives include relatively non-elastic synthetic or natural fabrics, plastic, rubber, and so forth. Straps of these materials, or elastic straps, can be supplemented with a tightening feature to draw thestrap 54 closely around thecontainer 56. Tightening features can include, without limitation, draw strings, material slidably looped through fingers of a clip, cooperating catches and so forth. - Items can be placed in or removed from the
containers 56 by removing or opening thelid 58 of thecontainer 56 to access a storage volume of thecontainer 56. Such access can be gained via theopening 40 in thetop panel 20 or through theopening 32 b in theside panel 16 b. Therefore, objects stored in thecontainers 56 can be conveniently accessed without removal of thecontainers 56 themselves. In addition, the user can remove theentire container 56 and contents from the utility bag assembly by lifting thecontainer 56 through theopening 40 or theopening 32 b. The lifting action can release the container from thestrap 54 or additional manipulation of thestrap 54 and/orcontainer 56 may be carried out depending on their respective configurations. - In another embodiment, the assembly 52 can include the
straps 54 without thecontainers 56. In this embodiment, thestraps 54 form retainment members that can hold various items, such as tools, mobile phones, beverage containers, spools of wire or thread, and so forth. - As indicated, another
volume section 30 c can be formed between the dividers 22. Thissection 30 c can be used for bulk item storage where the items are arranged collectively without a container. For example a group of tools can be placed in thesection 30 c, such as screw drivers, a hammer, pliers and so forth. In one embodiment, thesection 30 c is sized to accommodate a corded or cordless power drill. In another embodiment, a storage container can be stored in thesection 30 c. For example, a rectangular covered box or tray, with or without internal dividers, can be placed into and/or removed from thesection 30 c through theopening 40 in thetop panel 20. - The
top panel 20 can include aflap 60 for closing theopening 40. Aclosing mechanism 34 c (FIG. 3 ) can be used to secure theflap 60 to the rest of thetop panel 20. In the illustrated example, theclosing mechanism 34 c is a zipper having corresponding sections stitched to an edge of theflap 60 and a portion of thetop panel 20 defining theopening 40. Other closing mechanisms 34 can be used, such as snaps, a pull-tie, Velcro fastener or the like. - Attached to the exterior and/or the interior of the body panels, and/or the dividers 22, can be
supplemental storage devices 62 for holding tools, supplies, mobile phones, beverage containers and so forth. Thestorage devices 62 can take the form of pockets with or without covers or closing mechanisms (e.g., zippers, Velcro fastener, etc.), pouches, compartments, loops, mesh pockets, and so forth. Some or all of thesupplemental storage devices 62 can include elastic material or elastic weaves. Thesupplemental storage devices 62 can be partitioned with dividers. - Referring now to
FIGS. 6 and 7 , shown is another embodiment of autility bag assembly 64. Theutility bag assembly 64 can include a “soft-sided” carryingcase 66 and one orstorage units 68. In one embodiment, the carryingcase 66 is an adapted version of the tool bag shown and described in commonly assigned U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60/563,024, filed Apr. 16, 2004, the disclosure of which is herein incorporated by reference in its entirety. - The carrying
case 66 is a generally rectangular bag having abottom panel 69, opposing side panels 70 that join at atop closure 72, and opposing end panels 74. Thebottom panel 69, side panels 70 and end panels 74 are collectively referred to herein as body panels. The body panels can be made from one or more pieces of conformable material that are stitched or otherwise secured together. Example materials for these panels include various fabrics, cotton, nylon, leather, plastic, rubber and the like. In one embodiment, one or more of the body panels, as well as internal dividers (not shown), can include padded material. For example, impact absorbing material such as foam or fiber matting can be sandwiched between layers of fabric to form the body panels and/or dividers or the impact absorbing material can be attached to the body panels and/or dividers. The carryingcase 66 can include rigid material (e.g., plastic, metal or wood) to strengthen and/or shape the carryingcase 12. Rigid material members also can be used to position thestorage units 68. - The
top closure 72 can be a zipper, snaps, pull-tie, Velcro fastener or the like. As will be appreciated, thetop closure 72 can be placed in a closed position as illustrated or in an opening position to allow access to the inside of the carryingcase 66 through a top opening. - In one embodiment, the
bottom panel 69 can be made of heavier and/or more durable material (e.g., molded rubber or plastic) than the rest of the body panels. For example, thebottom panel 69 can have properties that prevent or delay the environment from damaging the carryingcase 66 or the contents thereof. For example, thebottom panel 69 can minimize water or moisture from entering the carryingcase 66 by absorption through the bottom panel, even when the carryingcase 66 is placed on a damp surface. - In alternative embodiments, the carrying
case 66 can be arranged to have a more rigid configuration, such as the configuration of a tool box that is made from metal or plastic. Modifications to the illustrated embodiment to retainstorage units 68 with a rigid carrying case will be apparent to one of ordinary skill in the art. - The carrying
case 66 can includestraps 76 for transporting the carryingcase 66 and contents of the carryingcase 66 by carrying, pulling, lifting, etc. Thestraps 76 may be securely or removably attached to the carryingcase 66 in a number of ways, for example, by stitching 78 or with clips. . In the illustrated embodiment, straps 78 are stitched to an outer surface of an openable flap 80 portion of each side panel 70. When the flaps 80 are closed, such as in a stowed position described below, thestraps 76 can be used as a handle that can be grasped by a hand of a user. A shoulder strap(s) can be removably connected to the carryingcase 66 by clips that engage rings that are secured to the carryingcase 66 in strategic locations, such as on the end panels 74. Other types of handles may be used to facilitate transporting theutility bag assembly 64. - The body panels, including the
bottom panel 69, the side panels 70 and the end panel 74 enclose amain storage volume 82. Although not illustrated, thestorage volume 82 can be divided with dividers into smaller storage volumes, or storage sections. - The
storage volume 82 can be accessed via anopening 84 in the side panel 70 a. Theflap 80 a (also referred to herein as a cover) can be used to selectively cover or expose theopening 84. Theflap 80 a forms a part of theside panel 16 a and can have an open position as illustrated inFIG. 6 such that a user can access the contents of thestorage volume 82 through anopening 84 defined by the side panel 70 a. The flap 70 a can have a closed position, or stowed position, such that theopening 84 is covered and objects disposed within thestorage volume 82 are retained in the carryingcase 66 during movement of theutility bag assembly 64. By way of an example,FIG. 7 shows theflap portion 80 b (also referred to herein as a cover) of theside panel 70 b in a stowed position. In the stowed position, closing mechanisms can be respectively used to secure theflap 80 a to the rest of the side panel 70 a and theflap 80 b to theside panel 70 b. In the illustrated example, the closing mechanism is a zipper having corresponding sections stitched to an edge of the flap 80 and a portion of the side panel 70. Other closing mechanisms can be used, such as snaps, a pull-tie, Velcro fastener or the like. - As indicated, one or
more storage units 68 can be disposed in thevolume 82. In the illustrated example, threestorage units 68 are disposed in thevolume 82. Two of thestorage units 68 arebin assemblies 86 placed back to back and the other is a container assembly 88. Thebin assemblies 86 includes pivotable, open-top bins 90 held by aframe 92. Thebins 90 of onebin assembly 86 can be accessed through theopening 84 in the side panel 70 a and thebins 90 of theother bin assembly 86 can be accessed through a similar opening (not shown) in the opposingside panel 70 b. Eachbin assembly 86 is arranged in a similar manner to thebin assembly 42 described in connection withFIGS. 1-5 and can include some or all of the features shown and/or described with respect to thebin assembly 42. In the illustrated example, thebins 86 have apull knob 94 instead of aledge 50 to assist in opening thebins 86. Due to the similarities between thebin assemblies 86 and thebin assembly 42, and the corresponding components thereof, no additional description of thebin assemblies 86 will be made. - When the
flap 80 a is open, such as in the illustrated position, thebins 90 can be accessed by a user of theutility bag assembly 64. For instance, thebins 90 can be rotated with respect to theframe 92. Small items can be placed into or removed from thebins 90 as needed. Thereafter, thebins 90 can be closed by rotating thebins 90 into theframe 92. When theflap 80 a is in the stowed position so as to cover theopening 84, the interior surface of theflap 80 a is disposed adjacent the front of thebins 90. In this position, the interior surface of theflap 80 a can serve as a stop surface to minimize movement of thebins 90 out of theframe 92. For example, if theutility bag assembly 64 were to be moved, thebins 90 may have a tendency to rotate or otherwise move relative to theframe 92 and carryingcase 66. The presence of theflap 80 a can minimize such movement by exerting inward force on the front of thebins 90. Although thebins 90 may experience some movement relative to theframe 92 during transport of theutility bag assembly 64, it has been found that theflap 80 a can sufficiently limit travel of opentop bins 90 so that most small items remain contained in thebins 90 by a closing function of theframe 92 over the open top. In the illustrated embodiment, there will be similar interaction between theflap 80 b and thebin assembly 86 adjacent the opposingside panel 70 b. - Similar to the
frame 44, the frame(s) 92 can be “trapped” within the carryingcase 66. For example, the frame(s) 92 can be inserted betweenside panels 70 a and 70 b. In another embodiment, a divider or other member can engage and position the frame(s) 92. Therespective openings 84 can be large enough to allow access to thebins 90, but a portion of theframes 92 can be covered by the side panel portion defining theopenings 84 to limit movement of theframes 92 relative to the carryingcase 66. The end panels 74 can be located adjacent ends of theframes 92 to further limit movement of theframes 92 relative to the carryingcase 66. Although not used in the illustrated embodiment, additional dividers, clips and/or other securing mechanisms can be used to position and/or secure theframe 92 within the carryingcase 66. - In one embodiment,
bins 90 accessible via the side panel 70 a andbins 90 accessible via theside panel 70 b can be received in aunitary frame 92. Also, one or both of thebin assemblies 86 can be replaced by a drawer assembly or container assembly 88. For example, instead of one or both of the illustratedbin assemblies 86 and/or container assembly 88, theutility bag assembly 64 can include a drawer assembly similar to thedrawer assembly 35 illustrated in connection withFIGS. 1-5 . One or more of thestorage units 68 can be omitted to provide a bulk item storage volume that is located above and/or behind the remaining storage units. - In some configurations, the
frame 92 and/orbins 90 can be removed from the carryingcase 66, such as by pulling and stretching the body panels of the carryingcase 66 and feeding theframe 92 through theopening 84 or an opening at the top of the carrying case when thetop closure 72 is placed in an open position (not illustrated). However, it will be appreciated that objects stored in thebins 90 can be conveniently accessed without removal of theentire bin assembly 86. Thebottom panel 69 can provide subjacent support to thebin assembly 86. - As indicated, an
additional storage unit 68 can be located instorage volume 82. In the illustrated example, thevolume 82 contains thebin assemblies 86 and the container assembly 88 disposed over at least one of thebin assemblies 86. The container assembly 88 can include one or more retaining straps 98 that hold a plurality ofcontainers 100. The container assembly 88 is arranged in a similar manner to the container assembly 52 described in connection withFIGS. 1-5 and can include some or all of the features shown and/or described with respect to the container assembly 52. Due to the similarities between the bin assembly 88 and the bin assembly 52, and the corresponding components thereof, no additional description of the container assembly 88 will be made. - Items can be placed in or removed from the
containers 100 by removing or opening a lid of thecontainer 100 to access a storage volume of thecontainer 100. Such access can be gained via theopening 84 in the side panel 70 a or through an opening at the top of the carrying case when thetop closure 72 is placed in an open position (not illustrated). Therefore, objects stored in thecontainers 100 can be conveniently accessed without removal of thecontainers 100 themselves. In addition, the user can remove theentire container 100 and contents from the utility bag assembly by lifting thecontainer 100 through theopening 84 or the top opening. The lifting action can release thecontainer 100 from thestrap 98 or additional manipulation of thestrap 98 and/orcontainer 100 may be carried out depending on their respective configurations. - In another embodiment, the assembly 88 can include the
straps 98 without thecontainers 100. In this embodiment, thestraps 100 form retainment members that can hold various items, such as tools, mobile phones, beverage containers, spools of wire or thread, and so forth. - A
volume 96 can be formed between a pari ofstorage units 86. For example, thebin assemblies 86 can be spaced apart to form thevolume 96. Thevolume 96 can be used for bulk item storage where the items are arranged collectively without a container. For example a group of tools can be placed in thevolume 96, such as screw drivers, a hammer, pliers and so forth. In one embodiment, thevolume 96 is sized to accommodate a corded or cordless power drill. In another embodiment, a removable storage container can be stored in thevolume 96. - In one embodiment, the
volume 96 can be accessed through anopening 102 in the end panel 74 a and/or a top opening present when thetop closure 72 is placed in an open position (not shown). Theopening 102 can be selectively covered by a flap 104 (also referred to herein as a cover) that forms a part of the end panel 74 a. Theflap 104 can be retained in a closed, or stowed, position using a closure mechanism, such as a zipper, pull tie, Velcro fastener, snaps, buttons and so forth. - With continued reference to
FIGS. 6 and 7 , attached to the exterior and/or the interior of the body panels can besupplemental storage devices 106 for holding tools, supplies, mobile phones, beverage containers and so forth. Thestorage devices 106 can take the form of pockets with or without covers or closing mechanisms (e.g., zippers, Velcro fastener, etc.), pouches, compartments, loops, mesh pockets, and so forth. Some or all of thesupplemental storage devices 106 can include elastic material or elastic weaves. Thesupplemental storage devices 106 can be partitioned with dividers. - In the illustrated example,
supplemental storage devices 106 in the form of pockets are attached to an exterior surface of theend panel 74 b. A flap 108 (also referred to herein as a cover) disposed on theend panel 74 b can be used to cover an opening that provides access to thevolume 96 or, as illustrated, to cover thesupplemental storage devices 106 and form a supplemental storage space 110. In an alternative arrangement, thesupplemental storage devices 106 on theend panel 74 b can be omitted and theend panel 74 b can have an opening for accessing thevolume 82, including, for example, thevolume 96. - In one embodiment, one or both of the carrying cases 12 (
FIGS. 1-5 ), 66 omits anopening 32, 84 in a corresponding side panel 16, 70. In this arrangement, a storage unit(s) 14, 68 adjacent the side panel 16, 70 also can be omitted. However,supplemental storage devices flap 108 covers thesupplemental storage devices 106. - Although particular embodiments of the invention have been described in detail, it is understood that the invention is not limited correspondingly in scope, but includes all changes, modifications and equivalents coming within the spirit and terms of the claims appended hereto.
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1. A portable storage assembly, comprising:
a carrying case having body panels that enclose a main storage volume, at least one of the body panels having an opening and a cover that is selectively positioned in an open position to allow access to the storage volume and a stowed position to cover the opening; and
a storage unit disposed in the main storage volume, the storage unit having a holder and plural members that each define a storage volume for small items, the members received by the holder and are accessible through the opening so that the small items can be placed in and removed from the storage volumes without removal of at least the holder from the carrying case.
2. The storage assembly according to claim 1 , wherein an interior of the cover forms a stop surface that, in the stowed position of the cover, exerts inward force on the members to reduce movement of the members with respect to the holder during transport of the storage assembly.
3. The storage assembly according to claim 2 , wherein the inward force maintains a relationship of the members with the holder so that a portion of the holder corresponding to each member closes an open top of the member.
4. The storage assembly according to claim 1 , wherein during access of the storage volume of each member, the member is at least partially removed from the carrying case.
5. The storage assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the storage unit is a drawer assembly, the members are drawers and the holder is a frame, and the drawers are slidably received in corresponding receptacles of the frame.
6. The storage assembly according to claim 5 , wherein each receptacle includes a ceiling surface that is disposed above and closes an opening of the corresponding drawer.
7. The storage assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the storage unit is a bin assembly, the members are bins and the holder is a frame, and the bins are pivotally mounted to the frame and received in corresponding receptacles of the frame.
8. The storage assembly according to claim 7 , wherein each receptacle includes a ceiling surface that is disposed above and closes an opening of the corresponding bin.
9. The storage assembly according to claim 1 , further including a container assembly having a plurality of containers and corresponding straps that are secured within the carrying case and wherein each container is retained in the carrying case by the corresponding strap.
10. The storage assembly according to claim 9 , wherein the straps are elastic members.
11. The storage assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the opening is in a side body panel of the carrying case.
12. The storage assembly according to claim 11 , wherein an end body panel of the carrying case has an opening for accessing a portion of the main storage volume located behind the storage unit relative to the opening of the side body panel.
13. The storage assembly according to claim 1 , further comprising a second storage unit disposed in the main storage volume, the second storage unit having a holder and plural members that each define a storage volume for small items, the members received by the holder and are accessible through a second opening in one of the body panels of the carrying case so that the small items can be placed in and removed from the storage volumes without removal of at least the holder of the second storage unit from the carrying case.
14. A portable storage assembly, comprising:
a carrying case having body panels that enclose a main storage volume, at least one of the body panels having an opening and a cover that is selectively positioned in an open position to allow access to the storage volume and a stowed position to cover the opening; and
a storage unit disposed in the main storage volume, the storage unit having a holder and plural members that each define a storage volume for small items, the members received by the holder; and
wherein an interior of the cover forms a stop surface that, in the stowed position of the cover, exerts inward force on the members to reduce movement of the members with respect to the holder during transport of the storage assembly.
15. The storage assembly according to claim 14 , wherein the inward force maintains a relationship of the members with the holder so that a portion of the holder corresponding to each member closes an open top of the member.
16. The storage assembly according to claim 14 , wherein during access of the storage volume of each member, the member is at least partially removed from the carrying case.
17. The storage assembly according to claim 14 , wherein the storage unit is a drawer assembly, the members are drawers and the holder is a frame, and the drawers are slidably received in corresponding receptacles of the frame.
18. The storage assembly according to claim 17 , wherein each receptacle includes a ceiling surface that is disposed above and closes an opening of the corresponding drawer.
19. The storage assembly according to claim 14 , wherein the storage unit is a bin assembly, the members are bins and the holder is a frame, and the bins are pivotally mounted to the frame and received in corresponding receptacles of the frame.
20. The storage assembly according to claim 19 , wherein each receptacle includes a ceiling surface that is disposed above and closes an opening of the corresponding bin.
21. A method of storing small items, comprising:
opening a cover of a carrying case to allow access to an interior of the carrying case through an opening;
opening a member that defines a storage volume and is at least partially received by a holder, the holder disposed within the carrying case;
placing the small items in the storage volume; and
closing the member and the cover such that, in the closed positions, the cover maintains the closed position of the member with respect to the holder.
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