Stockton, California Patent of the Year – 2024/2025
Cozad Trailer Sales LLC has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for its innovation in heavy-haul transport safety. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent No. 11865881, titled ‘Removable gooseneck trailer system with support structures’, introduces a removable gooseneck trailer system with integrated support structures. This design enhances stability during detachment and loading operations.
The patented system features pivotable support arms that can extend from the gooseneck frame. These arms, equipped with telescoping sections and crossbars, provide adjustable support when the gooseneck is disconnected. This configuration reduces the risk of tipping or misalignment, common issues in traditional setups.
By incorporating these support structures, Cozad’s design simplifies the loading process of heavy equipment. The trailer’s lowered center section allows machinery to be loaded at ground level, eliminating the need for additional ramps or lifting equipment. Once loaded, the gooseneck can be reattached securely, streamlining operations.
This advancement reflects Cozad Trailer Sales LLC’s commitment to improving safety and efficiency in the transportation industry. Their focus on practical solutions addresses longstanding challenges faced by operators handling oversized loads.