A component carrier (20) and method of manufacture and use includes stamping and forming of a metallic sheet metal strip with adjacent component holders (24, 36) each being formed by beams (26, 38) defined by slots (30-34) arranged to grip components (12) for handling and transport; the beams being offset...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US5133847?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US5133847 - Component carrier, method of manufacture and use therefor
