Alexander K Stiles

US Patent:

20150175050, Jun 25, 2015

Filed:

Dec 23, 2014

Appl. No.:

14/581364

Inventors:

- Crete IL, US
Alexander Stiles - Park Forest IL, US

International Classification:

B60P 7/08

Abstract:

The present invention relates to a strap tensioning buckle apparatus. Specifically, the present invention provides a ratchetless strap tensioning buckle apparatus for tensioning straps utilized in tying down objects. The ratchetless strap tensioning buckle apparatus comprises a base having a first end and a second end, a linkage pivotally attached to the base at a midpoint thereof, a handle having a first end and a second end, the handle having a shaft at the first end thereof for holding a loop of strap, said shaft further rigidly connecting the handle to the linkage, said handle pivoting via the linkage and moving said shaft in an arc from a first position to a second position, wherein moving the shaft from the first position to the second position tightens the strap and locks the strap in place.