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TieHook Announces National Distribution of Revolutionary Load-Securing System
Patented Device Helps Secure Loads Safely and Quickly to Racks, Beds & Trailers
LAS VEGAS (October 31, 2006) -- TieHook, LLC a privately held manufacturer and distributor of specialty cargo systems, has announced the national availability of its patented TieHook™ system. The product automates the process of tying knots when securing any type of goods with rope to utility racks, truck beds or trailers. The announcement was made in Las Vegas at the Specialty Equipment Marketing Association (SEMA) Show, the premier automotive specialty products trade event. TieHook will be on display all week at booth #34826.
TieHook mounts to almost any surface.
ABOUT THE TIEHOOK™
The TieHook™ is the world's first sliding self-tightening rope cleat that enables you to quickly and safely secure any type of cargo while still taking advantage of the versatility of rope. The device mounts on utility racks, flat surfaces and truck bed rails, either vertically or horizontally and is available with adapters for square and round utility racks as well as truck bed rails and the latest integrated systems from Toyota and Nissan.
The TieHook™ product has several important attributes:
- It is an easy and affordable solution for loading cargo
It is easy to install
It eliminates complicated knots
It mounts to almost any surface
It is quick and easy to secure and later release each load
It promotes safety by securing loads with rope and a unique, locking cinch mechanism that stands up to weather and road conditions It is a safe alternative to bungee cords, which often cause injury and in some state are illegal for securing loads It has an advantage over traditional rack-and-strap systems because it is very versatile allowing you to secure awkward loads and tie down multiple objects
It eliminates the need for additional tools, there is no ratcheting required and alleviates needing to climb on the cargo to properly tie down the load
The TieHook™ is sold both individually and as a set (pair); SRP is $39.99 for a single unit and $79.99 for a set. TieHook™ can be purchased online on the TieHook™ Web site and is sold at a growing number of retailers. A current list of retailers is available at www.tiehook.com.
TieHook mounts to almost any surface.
THE TIEHOOK™ ADVANTAGE FOR PROFESSIONALS
For professionals, the TieHook™ represents a step forward for safety and efficiency, especially for those in construction, gardening/landscaping, moving/drayage and other businesses in which people need to load and unload quickly - with confidence they are hauling a safe and secure load. By extension, the TieHook™ can also cut down on workplace injury and can promote risk reduction, ultimately saving businesses money in the long run.
The TieHook™ was invented by a professional -- Mike Ostrowski, a Marin County Calif. contractor and longtime inventor-tinkerer, who devised the product after seeing numerous accidents caused by roadside debris and realizing people were no longer taking the time to tie proper knots with their rope, the most versatile and widely used method for securing light cargo.
THE TIEHOOK™ AND SAFETY
The TieHook™ secures loads quickly and reliably. When a load is not properly or securely tied down, debris can fly out of the back of a truck and cause injury, property damage or unsafe traffic disruption. According to research released in 2004 by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, vehicle parts, cargo, or other material that has been unintentionally discharged from vehicles onto the roadway is estimated to cause over 25,000 crashes per year in North America resulting in approximately 80-90 fatalities.
The TieHook™ also helps drivers comply with safety laws - many police jurisdictions commonly cite people for having unsafe or improperly secured loads.
ABOUT TIEHOOK™ LLC
TieHook™, LLC is a privately held manufacturer and distributor of specialty cargo systems based in Corte Madera, California. More information on the company and its products are available at www.tiehook.com.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Jennifer Marples / Koa Communications
phone: 415.861.3906
email: jennifer@koacommunications.com
