Abstract: A ladder formed of easily storable sections is quickly assembled to form a step ladder, extension ladder, hoist, scaffolding or fence. The base and top of the extension ladder include separate stabilizers which prevent the ladder from tipping or from damaging the fascia. The upper stabilizer may be converted to perform a second function as a hoist, substantially reducing the cost and space needed for storage of the invention.

Abstract: Overhead installation clips for sheet goods, such as dry wall material. The clips support the sheets at one end, allowing one man to install this material without additional help. The clips need not be recovered after installation as they are designed to have their exposed portions broken off and discarded. The portion of the clips that remains are normally located in the seams between the sheets where they will be covered by the tape and spackle.

Abstract: A ladder formed of easily storable sections is quickly assembled to form a step ladder, extension ladder, hoist, scaffolding or fence. The base and top of the extension ladder include separate stabilizers which prevent the ladder from tipping or from damaging the fascia. The upper stabilizer may be converted to perform a second function as a hoist, substantially reducing the cost and space needed for storage of the invention.

Abstract: An automatic necktie neckband tacker, comprising a guage having inner peripheral edges defining an opening substantially equal to the size of a neckband for securing a neckband therein, an upper clamp forming a clamp opening therein substantially equal to the opening of the gauge and aligned therewith, the upper clamp moveably disposed above the guage constituting a clamping unit therewith for clamping therebetween a tie at a neck area thereof adjacent the neckband, and a clamp and cutting blade carrier for clamping and cutting, respectively, an upper needle thread. The upper clamp has a formation for guideably mounting the clamp and cutting blade carrier for movement of the latter upon actuation thereof into a withdrawn position under the upper clamp, as well as into an operative position projecting into the clamp opening. A pneumatic cylinder is operatively mounted on said upper clamp moveably jointly therewith, for actuating the clamp and cutting blade carrier.