Abstract: A tower lifting stand system and method is provided for use in lifting a large structure such as a transmission tower that is used in our power grid. A lifting mechanism engages a structure connected to the tower which work together to lift the tower once the lifting mechanism has been activated. Once the tower is lifted, a vertical extension section can be installed thus lifting the tower, and its associated power lines, vertically a predetermined distance.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
July 9, 2012
Date of Patent:
August 4, 2015
Assignee:
Walbridge Equipment Installation LLC
Inventors:
Joseph R. Margevicius, Marvin G. Wasmund, Andrew S. Oliver