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A bin comprises a bin bottom, forward and rearward opposing end walls, and first and second opposing side walls. The end walls and side walls extend up from the bottom and define a bin interior configured for holding product. The bottom comprises a support beam extending generally rearwardly from th

A bin comprises a bin bottom, forward and rearward opposing end walls, and first and second opposing side walls. The end walls and side walls extend up from the bottom and define a bin interior configured for holding product. The bottom comprises a support beam extending generally rearwardly from the forward end wall to the rearward end wall. The support beam is laterally spaced between the side walls. A plurality of stiffening ribs are between the support beam and side walls, and have generally straight lower edges. The support beam is generally arch shaped.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A bin comprising:a bin bottom; andforward and rearward opposing end walls and first and second opposing side walls, said end walls and side walls extending up from the bottom and defining a bin interior configured for holding product;said bottom comprising a support beam

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A bin comprising:a bin bottom; andforward and rearward opposing end walls and first and second opposing side walls, said end walls and side walls extending up from the bottom and defining a bin interior configured for holding product;said bottom comprising a support beam extending generally rearwardly from the forward end wall to the rearward end wall and being laterally spaced between the side walls, and a plurality of stiffening ribs between the support beam and side walls, said stiffening ribs having generally straight lower edges, said support beam being generally arch shaped and having a downward-facing, arcuate surface constituting a part of an underside of the bottom, said arcuate surface being generally curved as viewed in a vertical cross-section taken along the length of the support beam.