Abstract: An attachment for a straight ladder that can stabilize the ladder when placed against vertical surfaces that include a flat wall, an inside corner and an outside corner. Adjustments permit use around a window or other such structure within the wall. A tubular framework accepts two support arms. The support arms may be arranged in several different orientations within the framework. Pivotable sleeves attached to the underside of the framework accept the support arms to stabilize the ladder when placed against a tree or column. A tension spring between the sleeves assist the support arms holding the ladder against the tree. A plate affixed to the top of the framework supports a tray with depressions and cutouts so that tools and supplies may be kept close at hand.

Abstract: A device for allowing a user to selectively extend and retract wheels at the feet of an A-frame stepladder thereby enabling the user to move the ladder from point “A” to point “B” without physically moving, lifting or dragging the ladder. The apparatus includes a gear assembly at the foot of each ladder siderail having an attached caster-style wheel. Each gear assembly is mechanically associated with a handgrip trigger mechanism located along the ladder siderail in a position convenient for the user to operate with each handgrip trigger mechanism controlling the two gear assemblies on the same side of the stepladder.

Abstract: A ladder standoff device including first and second support bracket assemblies operably coupled to a ladder, wherein the first and second support bracket assemblies are operably coupled to one another, and rotatable stabilization devices secured to respective first and second support bracket assemblies, such that the rotatable stabilization devices operably bear against a respective surface to support an upstanding portion of the ladder.

Abstract: An extension ladder roller device that is mountable to an extension ladder for extending and retracting the ladder while it is leaning against a structure, wherein the extension ladder includes at least one housing, at least one caster and structure for securing the device to a ladder. The ladder roller may alternatively be incorporated with the ladder during manufacturing.

Abstract: My invention will secure a ladder to a building or roof and will not slide or come loose. Saving Lives.

Abstract: An attachment for a straight ladder that can stabilize the ladder when placed against vertical surfaces that include a flat wall, an inside corner and an outside corner. Adjustments permit use around a window or other such structure within the wall. A tubular framework accepts two support arms. The support arms may be arranged in several different orientations within the framework. Pivotable sleeves attached to the underside of the framework accept the support arms to stabilize the ladder when placed against a tree or column. A tension spring between the sleeves assist the support arms in holding the ladder against the tree. A plate affixed to the top of the framework supports a tray with depressions and cutouts so that tools and supplies may be kept close at hand.

Abstract: Safety devices for ladders and ladders having such safety devices, and more particularly to a safety device that is capable of temporarily holding the top portion of a ladder securely to a building or other structure are disclosed.

Abstract: A non-self-supporting ladder having an anti-slide-out device which enables a user to set up the ladder at the specified minimum ladder set-up angle (&thgr;) or greater angles for precluding the base of the ladder from sliding away from a structure against which the ladder is leaning upon application of a weight on the ladder, but prevents the ladder to be set up at angles smaller than (&thgr;). The device includes an inboard roller assembly having a bracket connected to each side rail of the ladder and a roller connected to each bracket oriented and disposed so as to impose a specified ladder inclination angle (&thgr;), when the lower end of the ladder and the rollers simultaneously rest on a substantially flat horizontal surface. At set-up angles smaller than the specified minimum angle (&thgr;), only the rollers rest on the horizontal surface, preventing the ladder from being set up.

Abstract: A gutter guard of one piece construction, removably insertable into the gutter of a building to provide additional support when a ladder is juxtaposed thereto, the gutter guard being elongate in shape so as to span the distance between side rails of a ladder and in cross section, complimentary to the cross section of the gutter channel, the gutter guard having an overhanging lip for engagement with the under surface of the side rails of a ladder, the gutter guard serving to transfer the weight of the ladder and its user to the roof supports.

Abstract: A safety enclosure for a human worker positioned on a ladder, comprising a bracket connectable to first and second preselected rungs of a ladder, having a longitudinally extending central portion preselected in length to span at least two adjacent rungs of the ladder. A continuous open hoop-like member having a preselected opening sized so as to freely encompass the midsection of a human worker is connected to the bracket means adjacent the first preselected rung. The hoop-like member has a pair of side portions extending normal to the bracket, and a back portion connecting the two side portions. Auxiliary hoop means connects the outboard ends of the side portions to the bracket and adjacent to the second preselected ladder rung. The bracket includes a first U-shaped hook-like portion sized to hook over and longitudinally engage the first rung. The bracket also includes, at the other end thereof, a U-shaped portion sized to snugly and normally encompass said second preselected rung.

Abstract: A ladder stabilizer for supporting a ladder against a structure and protecting surface features of the structure. Two stops 12 prevent the ladder from excessive lateral movement. A support bar 16 affixed to and extending between the stops provides support for the ladder. A mounting bracket 14 attached to each stop 12 is attached either directly to a structure surface, or to a U-shaped bracket 24 that fits around a rain gutter. Each U-shaped bracket fits over or under the rain gutter and is attached to a structure surface. In a second embodiment two support legs 118 bent at obtuse angles in two locations comprise an attachment portion 106 for attaching to the roof of a structure, a ramped portion 116 for extending beyond the roof eave, and a stop portion 114 for preventing excessive lateral movement of the ladder. A support bar 102 is affixed to and extends between the stop portions for supporting the ladder.

Abstract: A container holding apparatus that is removably attachable to the end of a ladder is provided. In the preferred embodiment, the apparatus includes a base structure separating two rail caps. The rail caps have a vertical front surface and an inclined rear surface which are configured to be coupled to the end of the ladder. Between the rail caps is a partially cylindrically shaped sleeve mounted to the base structure for receiving a container. A pair of supports connect the sleeve to a respective rail cap.

Abstract: A safety device, for securing a ladder to more than one structure type. The device includes a base, having one or more connection holes, designed to secure the safety device to a first structure type through the connection holes. The device also includes a securing section, coupled to the base section, designed to secure the safety device to a second structure type. The device may optionally include a support, removably coupled to the base, designed to engage a front edge of a gutter, to prevent structural damage to the gutter when the ladder rests on the gutter. The device may also include a removable bracket portion, having one or more bracket connection holes, perpendicularly oriented to, and coupled to, the base, and designed to secure the safety device to a third structure type, through the bracket connection holes, when the support engages the front edge of the gutter.

Abstract: A multi-use support apparatus mounts a ladder to a support structure. The support apparatus can be configured for use with different support structures, such as parapet walls, flat roofs, sloping roofs and vertical beams or purlins. The support apparatus has a frame and a platform mounted on and supported by the frame. A pair of spaced ladder support brackets mounted on the frame support the upper end of the ladder therebetween.

Abstract: A ladder support device for a roof for holding a ladder on a roof. The ladder support device for a roof includes a first plate and a second plate. The first plate has a bottom edge, a top edge and a pair of side edges. The second plate has a bottom edge, a top edge and a pair of side edges. The top edges of the first and second plates are attached to each other along their lengths such that the plates are in an angular relationship with respect to each other. The plates have a top surface and a bottom surface. A bracket is coupled to the bottom edge of the first plate for removably engaging a top rung of the ladder. A block member is attached to the bottom surface of the first plate. The block member is positioned adjacent to and extends along the width of the second plate. The plates are placed on opposite sides of a roof to hold the ladder on the roof.

Abstract: A ladder stabilizing apparatus for holding a ladder in a fixed position against a building structure. The ladder stabilizing apparatus includes a frame having arms adapted to engage and rest upon an upwardly presented surface of a building structure. The position of the arms relative to the ladder held by the stabilizing apparatus is adjustable, such that they can extend outwardly or be retracted inwardly with respect to the position of the ladder. Further, the angle of the frame relative to the ladder can be adjusted so as to engage the eave or the rake of a roof which is other than a flat roof. A substantial downward force, which may have a horizontal force vector no greater then the downward force, is applied to the building, and particularly the roof of the building using a lateral force is applied to the ladder while using the stabilizing apparatus of the invention.

Abstract: A non-self-supporting ladder having an anti-slide-out device which enables a user to set up the ladder at the specified minimum ladder set-up angle &thgr; or greater angles for precluding the base of the ladder from sliding away from a structure against which the ladder is leaning upon application of a weight on the ladder, but prevents the ladder to be set up at angles smaller than &thgr;. The device includes an inboard roller assembly having a bracket connected to each side rail of the ladder and a roller connected to each bracket oriented and disposed so as to impose a specified ladder inclination angle &thgr;, when the lower end of the ladder and the rollers simultaneously rest on a substantially flat horizontal surface. At set-up angles smaller than the specified minimum angle &thgr;, only the rollers rest on the horizontal surface, preventing the ladder from being set up.

Abstract: A ladder safety system for secures the upper end of an extension ladder to the roof, eave, or wall of a building. For each ladder rail there is a rail-mountable bracket member that removably mounts onto the rail, a rigid plate member that removably attaches onto the building, and an adjustable strut or arm. Each of the bracket member and the plate member has an eye or ring affixed onto it, and the strut joins the eye member of the bracket member to the eye member of the plate member. The plate member articulates on the strut to permit it to be oriented to attach to any convenient horizontal, vertical or sloping surface.

Abstract: First and second ladder sections are each molded of a rigid plastics material, and each ladder section includes parallel spaced elongated leg portions integrally connected by two parallel spaced step portions. The ladder sections are pivotally connected by pins extending through overlapping laterally projecting ears and move between a collapsed position with the ladder sections adjacent and an extended aligned position where the second ladder section is supported by the first ladder section. The leg portions of the second ladder section define longitudinally extending cavities which receive corresponding elongated arms pivotal to generally horizontal positions adapted for seating on a motor vehicle tire. The arms also releasably connect with the leg portions of the first ladder section to position the ladder sections in the form of a short A-shaped step ladder.

Abstract: A ladder is provided which has considerably reduced tendency to slip. Typically, the ladder 1 has rungs 5 and side members 2 with end caps 3 resting on the ground 4. Securing member 6, made typically from aluminium alloy, has friction member 7 provided with spikes 16. Pivot member 8 on the securing member 6 is fixed at one end on the securing member to opposite sides of the securing member, and at the other end is mounted through bolt 9 to the side member of the ladder. Flat spring 17 is fitted around the bolts 9, the spring being biassed to bring the securing member 6 against the side member 2. The pivot member is arcuate in shape to allow the securing member, when not in use to be positioned essentially flat against the ladder and not proud of the lower end of the side member. In use, the ladder is placed on the ground and against a wall. The securing member is pivoted against the bias of spring 17 so as to place it on the ground.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for a portable ladder which has essentially parallel side members, the apparatus comprising having a pair of arcuate arms for attachment to the upper end of each side member of the ladder, at least one resilient roller mounted on a corresponding axle or axles located between and/or outwardly from the arms, a mechanism to locate each arm on each side member and a mechanism to secure the arms to the side member, the width of the roller being at least 50% of the distance between the arms. Also provided is a ladder fitted with the above apparatus. A ladder fitted with the apparatus enables easier working for a workman working at the top of the ladder and reduces possible damage to the surface on which the top of the ladder rests.

Abstract: A ladder safety system for secures the upper end of an extension ladder to the roof, eave, or wall of a building. For each ladder rail there is a rail-mountable bracket member that removably mounts onto the rail, a rigid plate member that removably attaches onto the building, and an adjustable strut or arm. Each of the bracket member and the plate member has an eye or ring affixed onto it, and the strut joins the eye member of the bracket member to the eye member of the plate member. The plate member articulates on the strut to permit it to be oriented to attach to any convenient horizontal, vertical or sloping surface.

Abstract: A load-dispersing device for non-free standing ladders or other devices that require reduction of horizontal slippage. The single strip load-dispersing bumper can be used in combination with a ladder having side rails with a load-bearing surface. The bumper consists of a pair of flexible, resilient, load-dispersing members, each of which has a contact area and a method of affixing the members to the ladder. A first side of the contact area is placed adjacent and secured to the load-bearing surface. The second side of the contact area is placed between the load bearing surface and a support surface to prevent the ladder from sliding. The bumper can be affixed to the load bearing surface by an adhesive, tape or hook and loop material or using multiple dome-topped pins that are integral with the first side. The dome-topped pins are dimensioned to fit within holes that are placed along the load-bearing surface.

Abstract: A ladder for providing access to a building roof having a roof side edge includes first and second side rails which are substantially mutually parallel and laterally spaced apart from each other; and a longitudinal series of foot rungs extending perpendicularly between and interconnecting the first and second side rails; where the side rails have engaging notches directly opposite each other which are sized and shaped to receive and engaging a roof side edge to stabilize the ladder against pivoting and falling laterally.

Abstract: A ladder stabilizing device is provided for removable securement to the upper ends of the spaced-apart stiles of a ladder in order to position the ladder a predetermined distance from the vertical wall surface of a building structure and which allows the ladder to be leaned against an inside and outside corner of the structure includes a pair of ladder stabilizing support members, and each support member includes an elongated main body portion for spacing the ladder from the vertical wall surface, a socket receiving portion into which the upper end of one stile is inserted, and a wall contacting portion opposite the socket receiving portion and which diverges from the longitudinal axis of the main body portion for engaging the particular wall surface.

Abstract: A protective ladder attachment for protecting the wall structure against which the ladder is leaning. The protective ladder attachment includes an elongate brace member having a first side and a second side; and also includes a protective padded cover securely attached to the second side of the elongate brace member and being adapted to rest against a wall structure; and further includes bracket members being spaced apart and securely attached to the first side of the elongate brace member; and also includes an attachment assembly for removably attaching the elongate brace member to a ladder.

Abstract: A non-self-supporting ladder having an anti-slide-out device which enables a user to set up the ladder at the specified minimum ladder set-up angle &thgr; or greater angles for precluding the base of the ladder from sliding away from a structure against which the ladder is leaning upon application of a weight on the ladder, but prevents the ladder to be set up at angles smaller than &thgr;. The device includes an inboard roller assembly having a bracket connected to each side rail of the ladder and a roller connected to each bracket oriented and disposed so as to impose a specified ladder inclination angle &thgr;, when the lower end of the ladder and the rollers simultaneously rest on a substantially flat horizontal surface. At set-up angles smaller than the specified minimum angle &thgr;, only the rollers rest on the horizontal surface, preventing the ladder from being set up.

Abstract: A non-self-supporting ladder having an anti-slide-out device which enables a user to set up the ladder at the specified minimum ladder set-up angle &thgr; or greater angles for precluding the base of the ladder from sliding away from a structure against which the ladder is leaning upon application of a weight on the ladder, but prevents the ladder to be set up at angles smaller than &thgr;. The device includes an inboard roller assembly having a bracket connected to each side rail of the ladder and a roller connected to each bracket oriented and disposed so as to impose a specified ladder inclination angle &thgr;, when the lower end of the ladder and the rollers simultaneously rest on a substantially flat horizontal surface. At set-up angles smaller than the specified minimum angle &thgr;, only the rollers rest on the horizontal surface, preventing the ladder from being set up.

Abstract: A ladder attachment kit which may be used with outside ladders (10), typically of the extension type, to facilitate access to roofs and to gutters. The ladder attachment kit includes right and left support assemblies (24), each support assembly including a suitably bent support having a first generally straight section (26a), an end section (26b) preferably disposed at an acute angle to the first straight section, and an intermediate section (26c) interconnecting the first section with the end section. Each support assembly further includes a pad assembly (28) which is hinged to the end of the end section of the support so that the pad can lay upon the surface of the roof. The right and left support assemblies (24) are secured to right and left side rails (14, 16) of a ladder by suitable clamp assemblies (22), there being at least two clamp assemblies, and preferably more, for each support, the clamp assemblies slidably receiving the support so that they can be adjusted for roofs of differing pitches.

Abstract: A device for maintaining a ladder in a parallel orientation relative to a surface, such as a roof. The device is comprised of a flexible U-shaped internal element having an inner side, an outer side and a lower side. A slot formed between these three sides is shaped and sized to frictionally engage a ladder rail. A flexible external covering fitted to the internal element is also provided. The flexible external covering includes attachment apparatus for securing the device to the ladder rail.

Abstract: A ladder stabilizer includes a substantially planar rigid frame having two legs depending in spaced apart relation with a fixed angular relationship to the frame. The frame has a first end and a second end, with remote ends of the two legs defining the second end. A pivot bar is provided which is secured to a selected rung of a ladder. Pivot bar retention brackets are secured to the frame in spaced relation adjacent to the first end. The ladder stabilizer described can be attached to a ladder without drilling bolt apertures.

Abstract: In the lower area of a ladder two pull or pressure rods are arranged on either side in a pivoting manner. Via sliding sleeves and joints said rods are joined to telescopic support elements which are each arranged at the level of an upright of the ladder. For greater stability the telescopic support elements are connected to each other via an auxiliary bar whose length can also be adjusted.

Abstract: A ladder is provided that utilizes one central rail located in the center of the step in lieu of two on the outside as found on conventional ladders. The ladder has a lower section is approximately 5 feet in length and uses square tube stock for the central rail. A leg support piece is connected and adjustable by the use of locking pins and pre-drilled pipe. The upper section is also approximately 5 feet in length and has a contact arm to hold it away from the surface it is leaning against. The upper and the lower center rail are connected to one another with the use of a locking pin.

Abstract: A U-shaped channel member fitted horizontally over a gutter, with each protruding channel member engaging the fascia board to which the gutter is attached. Ladder legs rest against the channel member between brackets. A strap attached to the channel member is adapted to engage a ladder rung with the gutter, thereby holding the ladder in engagement with the channel member and further preventing the ladder from sliding laterally or diagonal movement.

Abstract: A gripping device intended to improve the grip of a ladder on the rounded surface of a pole, tree, or other cylindrical object, as well as objects that are substantially planar. The invention is designed to attach to the top rung of an extension or straight ladder to prevent the ladder from slipping from or rotating about such a surface. The device gripping is preferably molded from polyethylene or other elastomeric material and it is intended to grip a rung of the ladder (at or adjacent the top rung) when interposed between the rung and the surface against which the ladder is positioned while in use. To minimize the weight of the gripping device, a plurality of elliptical cavities are formed in the device adjacent to each end, and two holes extend longitudinally through the device adjacent its back gripping surface.

Abstract: An accessory for releasably securing to a ladder. The accessory has at least one stabilizing arm for stabilizing and supporting the ladder when leaned against a building or structure. The stabilizing arm has a generally U-shaped configuration with a pair of generally parallel leg members that are spaced apart by a distance approximating the distance between the centers of adjacent ladder rungs. Each of the leg members ends in a ladder rung engaging member having a fore and an aft end, and is receivable within the hollow interior of a ladder rung. The ladder rung engaging members are oriented in a convergent configuration such that inserting them the hollow interiors of a pair of ladder rungs causes the fore and aft ends of the ladder rung engaging members to bind against opposite sides of the interior surfaces of the ladder rungs, and to releasably secure the stabilizing arm to the ladder.

Abstract: A U-shaped channel member fitted horizontally over a gutter, with each protruding channel member engaging the fascia board to which the gutter is attached. Ladder legs rest against the channel member between invention brackets. A strap attached to the channel member is adapted to engage a ladder rung with the gutter, thereby holding the ladder in engagement with the channel member and further preventing the ladder from sliding laterally or diagonal movement, i.e., ladder bottom kick out.

Abstract: An attachment for the top rungs of a ladder which has two U-shaped channels that fit over two rungs of the ladder and a bracket with a V-shaped brace attached that can fit around corners. A lower attachment portion is used to level the ladder on uneven ground.

Abstract: In the lower area of a ladder two pull or pressure rods are arranged on either side in a pivoting manner. Via sliding sleeves and joints said rods are joined to telescopic support elements which are each arranged at the level of an upright of the ladder. For greater stability the telescopic support elements are connected to each other via an auxiliary bar whose length can also be adjusted.

Abstract: A movable ladder support device, and a ladder which includes that support device. The support device includes a rotatable member such as a wheel housed within the U-shaped section of the support device. The support device is attached to the rail of a ladder. The support device enables the ladder to be vertically repositioned against the surface of an inclined wall without the need to first remove the ladder from the surface.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for a portable ladder which has essentially parallel side members, the apparatus comprising having a pair of arcuate arms for attachment to the upper end of each side member of the ladder, at least one resilient roller mounted on a corresponding axle or axles located between and/or outwardly from the arms, means to locate each arm on each side member and means to secure the arms to the side member, the width of the roller being at least 50% of the distance between the arms. Also provided is a ladder fitted with the above apparatus. A ladder fitted with the apparatus enables easier working for a workman working at the top of the ladder and reduces possible damage to the surface on which the top of the ladder rests.

Abstract: A ladder stabilizer apparatus for preventing a ladder from slipping upon the ground while the user is moving upon the ladder.

Abstract: A ladder support, in particular for corners of buildings, includes an angle bracket fitted directly or indirectly to the top end of a ladder by support arms of variable length. The angle bracket has spacers. Rollers are placed individually or in pairs at the free ends of the spacers. The rollers are variable in length and articulation. The support arms are each connected to the side rail of the ladder by a detachable clamping device. The angle bracket can be attached to a bearing bar, with the bearing bar attached to the support arms.

Abstract: A ladder attachment for supporting a ladder in a substantially upright position while suspending the top end of the ladder a predetermined distance from a vertical surface includes an elongated central portion attachable to each side rail of the ladder. A pair of diverging arms are pivotably attached to the central portion each of which can be selectively repositioned relative thereto with a removable locking pin. A collapsible cross member interconnects the arms. Each end of the cross member is selectively positionable along the length of the corresponding arm. An elongated translatable shaft interconnects the central portion and the cross member to adjust the spacing between the arms.

Abstract: A ladder scaffold device attaches to a ladder to define a scaffold and work area for a user of the ladder scaffold device. The ladder scaffold device is capable of being inserted into at least one rung of the ladder. The ladder scaffold device comprises a platform; a platform frame, in which the platform frame comprises a first back frame member, a second frame member, first and second side frame members; and a front frame member; and a plurality of support members. The plurality of support members comprises platform support members and additional support members, in which the platform support members are capable of being inserted into a rung of the ladder. The first back frame member extends into a rung of the ladder and the second back frame member extends into the rung of the ladder that the first back frame member extends. Each of the side support members is capable of being connected to one of the first and second back frame members.

Abstract: A ladder leveling accessory which may be attached to the legs of a ladder has a configuration which forms an apex remote from leg attachment arms positioned and carries an elongated peg which extends downwardly away from the arms at an angle to the plane in which the arms and thus the legs of the ladder are disposed. The peg may be in the configuration of a spike and, for use in loose or sandy substrates, there may be triangular shaped flanges. A flexible mat is secured above the spike to the apex and conforms to the configuration of the ground to provide further stabilization to the system.

Abstract: A horizontal support member in the form of rod, pipe or tube is disposed transverse to and displaced from a rigid or utility pole proximate a messenger cable supporting a cable. The support member is supported on and a part of a projecting arm extending outwardly from a bracket attached to the utility pole. The support member is further provided with flanges on the ends thereof to prevent hooks on the end of a lineman's ladder from slipping off the ends of the support member. The support member is long enough not only to provide engagement for both hooks of the lineman's ladder but also could be extended so that the ladder hooks cannot slide off the support member as long as the hooks of the lineman's ladder are astraddle the projecting arm. The projecting arm is of sufficient length to position the top of the ladder below the front face of an electrical equipment cabinet which may be hung on and bolted to a pole bracket.

Abstract: A safety device for a ladder, as embodied by the invention, is applied to a ladder that comprises side rails and a plurality of rungs interconnecting the side rails. The safety device comprises a plurality of side safety supports that are stored in their stored position in one rung of the plurality of rungs. The side safety supports are extendible from the one rung to a stabilizing extended position in which the side safety stabilizers are in contact with a supporting surface. Thus, the ladder safety device provides lateral stabilizing support for the ladder.

Abstract: An attachment for use on the upper end of standard sized extension ladders. The attachment includes an angularly adjustable tray for supporting tools and other equipment when the ladder is positioned against a wall of a building. The tray is secured to a pair of box-shaped structures which are telescopically positioned over the upper rail ends of the ladder. Cushioning devices are provided on the front end of the tray for engagement with the wall of the building.

Abstract: A ladder top safety device for a ladder, as embodied by the invention, is applied to a ladder that comprises side rails and a plurality of rungs interconnecting the side rails. The safety device comprises a plurality of side safety supports that are stored in their stored position in one rung of the plurality of rungs at an upper portion of a ladder. The side safety supports are extendible from the one rung to a stabilizing extended position in which the side safety stabilizers are in contact with a vertical supporting surface when a ladder is placed against a wall supporting surface, such as a wall. Thus, the ladder top stabilizer device provides lateral stabilizing support for the ladder.