(under subclass 232) Apparatus wherein significance is attributed to a particular device for engaging and retaining the load.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
251, for a horizontally swinging boom having a specific type load handler.
259, for a vertically swinging boom with a specific type of load handler.
326, for a gantry having a specific type load handler.
327, for a traveling bridge having a specific type of load handler.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS
294, Handling: Hand and Hoist-Line Implements, appropriate subclasses for a specific load engager, per se. 414, Material or Article Handling, appropriate subclasses for handlers of that class having specific types of load engagers; particularly
186, 225+, 618+, 729+, 751+, and 792.9 for grippers or grabs; and subclasses 444+ and 785 for load engager structure in general.