---
publication_id: "OT-2026-000001002"
title: "Improved lid locking system and lid lifter"
published_at: "2026-09-15T19:03:43.086120Z"
canonical_url: "https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000001002"
categories:
  - "lifting-positioning-manipulation/hoists-and-cranes"
keywords:
  - "b65d88/121"
  - "b66c1/663"
  - "b65d2590/664"
  - "b65d2590/666"
  - "b65d88/12"
  - "b65d88/126"
---

# Improved lid locking system and lid lifter

## Abstract

A lid locking apparatus and method for open top intermodal transport containers including a pivoting latch for securing the lid to the container, a locking mechanism operable between a locking position which prevents pivoting of the latch from its latched position, and a mechanism actuated to unlock the latch to allow removal of the lid.