The patents and trademarks behind Pulltarps tarping systems. Every system we build is covered by our own engineering — these are the filings that protect it.
| Name | Description | Patent Number | Issue Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cover for Open-Topped Compartments | Cover for Open-Topped Compartment Which is Movable Between Stowed & Covered Postions | 5,125,713 | 06/30/1992 |
| Heap Climber | Heap Climbing Container Cover System | 5,697,663 | 12/16/1997 |
| Flap Tarp | Cover for Opened-Topped Container & Tie-Down System. | 5,697,664 | 12/16/1997 |
| Heap Climber #2 | Load Climbing Container Cover System | 5,882,062 | 03/16/1999 |
| Retractable Tarp System for Open-Top Containers | Tractable Tarpaulin Cover Apparatus for Open-Topped Container | 6,435,595 | 08/20/2002 |
| US Rear Closer – Original Patent | Dust-Proof End Closure for Contractible Canopy. | 7,510,230 | 03/31/2009 |
| 5-Spring Housing Design – Europe | Swing Arm Spring Housing | 001160709-0001/003 | 08/12/2009 |
| Internal Tracked Slider System – UK | Internally Tracked Slider System for Low Profile Contractible Canopy | GB2475128 | 04/04/2012 |
| Internal Tracked Slider System – US | Internally Tracked Slider System for Low Profile Contractible Canopy | 8,240,740 | 08/14/2012 |
| US Rear Closer – Broader Claims | Dust-Proof End Closure for Contractible Canopy | 8,336,947 | 12/25/2012 |
| Ratchet Drive – US | Self-Correcting Drive for Retractable Cargo Canopy | 8,752,881 | 06/17/2014 |
| Motor Overload Protection – US | Motor Overload Protection for Cargo Canopy Systems | 9,136,694 | 09/15/2015 |
| Ratchet Drive & Motor Control – International PCT | Self-Correcting Drive & Motor Control for retractable Cargo Canopy (Deadline Lapsed) | NONE | — |
| Ratchet Drive & Motor Control – US entry of PCT | Self-Correcting Drive & Motor Control for retractable Cargo Canopy | Pending (Filling Date - 01/16/2015) | — |
| Ratchet Drive & Motor Control – UK entry of PCT | Self-Correcting Drive & Motor Control for retractable Cargo Canopy | Pending (Filling Date - 07/19/2013) | — |
| Locking Mechanism for Pullbar | Locking Mechanism for Cargo Compartment Cover | Pending (Filling Date - 02/12/2010) | — |
| Adjustable Arm Pivot | Adjustable Spline Coupling for Truck Bed Cover Mechanism | Pending (Filling Date - 11/10/2005) | — |
| Name | Description | Registration | Issue Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pulltarps | In Use Since: 1994 | 1905561 | 07/18/1995 |
| Smart Switch | In Use Since: 2004 | 78504548 | 01/17/2006 |
| Advanced Tarping Technology | In Use Since: 2006 | 3095556 | 05/23/2006 |
| The Tarp Book | In Use Since: 2007 | 3474274 | 07/22/2008 |
Talk to us about licensing, replacement parts, or which patented system fits your truck.
