System and Method of Securing a Tarp

Abstract

A system for securing a tarp includes a kit having a tarp; a plurality of tarp fasteners; and a carrying case configured to contain the tarp and the plurality of tarp fasteners. A method of securing a tarp includes providing a plurality of tarp fasteners that secure to a tarp with an interference fit between mating components; providing a tarp; and providing a carrying case specifically configured to contain, store and transport the tarp fasteners and the tarp.

1 . A system for securing a tarp, said system comprising a kit including:
 a tarp;   a plurality of tarp fasteners; and   a carrying case configured to contain said tarp and said plurality of tarp fasteners.   
   
   
       2 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein said tarp does not include grommets. 
   
   
       3 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein said tarp fasteners each comprise a bracket and tab that form an interference fit to secure the fastener to said tarp. 
   
   
       4 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein each tarp fastener is connected to an adjustable-length strap. 
   
   
       5 . The system of  claim 4 , wherein each adjustable-length strap is attached to a hook. 
   
   
       6 . The system of  claim 5 , wherein said carrying case comprises a loop for securing each said hook in said carrying case. 
   
   
       7 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein said carrying case folds closed and is secured with a zipper. 
   
   
       8 . The system of  claim 1 , further comprising said plurality of tarp fasteners each corresponding to a strap and hook also included in said kit. 
   
   
       9 . The system of  claim 8 , further comprising at least one additional tarp fastener, strap or hook disposed in said carrying case as a spare. 
   
   
       10 . The system of  claim 1 , further comprising handles disposed on said carrying case. 
   
   
       11 . The system of  claim 1 , further comprising a storage pocket disposed on said carrying case. 
   
   
       12 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein each tarp fastener comprises a triangular eyelet. 
   
   
       13 . The system of  claim 12 , wherein said triangular eyelet is sized to accommodate a width of a strap attached to said tarp fastener through said eyelet. 
   
   
       14 . A method of securing a tarp comprising:
 providing a plurality of tarp fasteners that secure to a tarp with an interference fit between mating components;   providing a tarp; and   providing a carrying case specifically configured to contain, store and transport said tarp fasteners and said tarp.   
   
   
       15 . The method of  claim 14 , further comprising providing a plurality of securing lines that can be attached to said tarp fasteners and stored in said carrying case. 
   
   
       16 . The method of  claim 15 , wherein said securing lines comprise adjustable-length straps. 
   
   
       17 . The method of  claim 14 , wherein said tarp does not have grommets. 
   
   
       18 . The method of  claim 14 , wherein each tarp fastener comprises a triangular eyelet. 
   
   
       19 . The method of  claim 18 , further comprising attaching a strap to each tarp fastener through said eyelet. 
   
   
       20 . A system for securing a tarp, said system comprising a kit including:
 a tarp;   a plurality of means for fastening an attachment point to said tarp using an interference fit between mating components; and   means for organizing and enclosing said tarp and means for fastening for storage or transport.