Abstract: A ladder locking device having a harness and a lock shuttle for retaining a ladder on a rack or other storage device. The harness having a pair of parallel spaced apart arms and an intermediary arm integrally formed with the spaced apart arms. The lock shuttle having a pair of harness holes adapted to receive the pair of spaced apart arms of the harness and a pair of thumb release assemblies adapted to retain the harness in the lock shuttle and to release the harness from the lock shuttle. The intermediary arm and the lock shuttle each have a flexible pad. The pad of the lock shuttle is retained in a pad holder and there is an adjustment knob in mechanical communication with the pad holder that moves the pad holder from an expanded position to a retracted position to securely retain a ladder on a storage device.

Abstract: A U-shaped bracket having an adjustable width is telescopically inserted around a side rail of the ladder by pushing the bracket onto the side rail with the open end of the bracket receiving the side rail as the bracket is pushed onto the side rail. Side walls of the bracket have extended wall portions that stick out past the rear of the side rail. A paint can holder can be telescopically inserted through a set of aligned holes in the extended wall portions to couple the paint can holder to the side rail of the ladder. A paint roller pan holder can also be telescopically inserted through a set of aligned holes in the extended wall portion to couple the paint roller pan holder to the side rail of the ladder. The paint roller pan holder includes a pivot connection to allow the portion of the holder that supports a paint roller pan to be leveled relative to the horizontal.

Abstract: A device for attachment to a conventional type of ladder for holding tools and other diverse items in a position for convenient access by a workman on the ladder is described in two embodiments. In both embodiments the device includes a rigid, linearly elongated member carrying a pair of projections having free ends in opposing, spaced relation, the distance between the free ends being selectively adjustable by relative movement of the projections along an axis parallel to a spaced from the axis of the elongated member.

Abstract: A device for attachment to a conventional type of ladder for holding tools and other diverse items in a position for convenient access by a workman on the ladder is described in two embodiments. In both embodiments the device includes a rigid, linearly elongated member carrying a pair of projections having free ends in opposing, spaced relation, the distance between the free ends being selectively adjustable by relative movement of the projections along an axis parallel to a spaced from the axis of the elongated member. In a first described embodiment, the elongated member is formed by a pair of tubular, telescopingly engaged members with one of the projections fixedly mounted to opposite ones of the pair of members. In the preferred embodiment, the elongated member is a one-piece rod with one of the projections fixedly connected thereto and the other projection mounted to a bracket which is slidable along the rod.

Abstract: A painting pail system includes a bucket, a bucket support, and a brace for the support. The bucket has an open top. The open top has a rod mounted thereacross. The support may be a U-shaped support having a pair of arms extending from a base, where the base is mounted to the substantially vertical brace so as to extend the arms substantially horizontally from the brace. The rod is mounted at its ends to distal ends of the arms, that is, distal from the base. The upper end of the brace includes a pair of mounting hooks spaced apart laterally so as to hook over an upper rung. The brace is elongate and its lower end is adapted to engage against a lower rung. A selectively engageable third hook latches the pair of mounting hooks onto the upper rung. The bucket may be removed from the support by releasing a latch arm mounted on the support.

Abstract: A ladder accessory device includes an arm and a sleeve for engaging a hollow rung of a ladder. While installed, the sleeve is generally stationary within the hollow rung. The arm is generally is free to rotate within the sleeve about a first axis defined by length of the arm. A member engages the arm at a first joint about which the arm may rotate. A platform engages the member at a second joint about which the platform may rotate. Motion about the first axis and motion about the first joint enable the platform to be generally self-leveling in two directions while the member suspends the platform at a level lower than the arm. Range of motion of the first joint and second joint extend sufficiently to allow the arm, member and platform to be stored in a generally parallel alignment.

Abstract: A gallon paint can, brush, and scraper/wire brush holder for use with hollow D-rung ladders. The device includes an annular support member defining a recess into which a can, typically a standard one gallon paint can, or other container can be placed. The can, brush and scraper/wire brush are secured and prevented from falling through the recess of the ladder rung. Attached to the device is a rung insert member, comprising a smooth or ribbed tube with Neoprene washer inserts which can be inserted through the hollow rung in a snug fit, allowing the can to self-level by operation of gravity.

Abstract: A versatile, easy to use, adjustable tool, paint, accessory and supply caddy for use on an extension ladder. The caddy can be used on ladders having rungs that are either round in cross section or have steps that are flat and more rectangular in shape. Upper and lower mounting cradles attach to any consecutive rungs of the extension ladder at two separate attachments points. A quick release, spring loaded clamping mechanism allows the ladder caddy to be quickly and securely attached and then removed from the ladder, with the upper and lower mounting cradles adjustable to accommodate different ladder rung/step shapes as well as diameters and distances between rungs. Paddle shaped trays can be locked in place on the caddy in a variety of positions, and the trays can swing over or under each other or be swung in opposing directions away from the ladder user thereby creating a useable work space adaptable to almost any ladder position.

Abstract: A paint tray holder for mounting on the leg of a ladder features a mounting plate engaging a side wall of the paint tray for attachment thereto, and a support arm connected to the mounting plate to extend outwardly away therefrom to a location beneath the paint tray at a distance from the mounting plate. A tray carrying member supported on the arm member at the position beneath the paint tray extends in a direction transverse to the arm member to engage a bottom wall of the paint tray at multiple positions therealong. A clamp on the mounting plate clamps the ladder leg between stationary and movable clamping members, the movable one of which is swingable away from the stationary member and out from between adjacent rungs of the ladder to allow sliding of the holder along ladder leg for re-clamping at a different position therealong.

Abstract: Ladder attachment apparatus and methods are disclosed. In one embodiment, an attachment apparatus for a ladder includes a main support adapted to be coupled to the ladder approximately parallel to the rungs. The main support includes a first coupling member proximate a first one of the elongated rails of the ladder and a second coupling member proximate another one of the elongated rails. The attachment apparatus further includes first and second support modules removeably coupled to the first and second coupling members, respectively. Each support module includes a support member including a proximal end and a distal end, and a support arm attached to the support member proximate the distal end and projecting outwardly therefrom in a first direction. The support member includes at least one projecting portion that is removeably coupleable to the corresponding one of the first and second coupling members.

Abstract: An auxiliary cable bracket having a main plate and a mounting plate. The mounting plate is connected to the main plate and is positioned spaced apart from the main plate such that the frame of a ladder rack section can be positioned therebetween. At least one tooth is formed on a surface of at least one of the mounting plate and the main plate.

Abstract: A cover for a ladder top has a top panel, a front side extending downwardly from one side of the top panel and indentation formed therein, and a belt connected to the top panel for maintaining the front side of the top panel in juxtaposition against an extrinsic surface. The indentation has a generally V-shape. A first slot is formed on one side of the indentation and a second slot is formed on the other side of the indentation. The belt extends through both the first and second slots.

Abstract: A tree ladder stand tray 10 including a tray area 100 and tray supports 110, 120, 130, 140 on each of four sides with a bottom tray 150 attached to the four tray supports within the area formed by the tray supports, such that the supports form an edge to help prevent articles from falling off the tray area; and a bracket 160 including a forward and rear brace 170, 180 attached to the tray area such that the distance between the forward brace and the rear brace is such that the bracket will fit under a tree ladder stand 102 and the tree ladder stand tray may be attached with the tree ladder stand. The tree ladder stand tray may include a second tray area 200 with the tray areas on each side of the tree ladder stand. The tree ladder stand tray may be in combination with a tree ladder stand.

Abstract: An accessory holder for use on a stepladder. In one embodiment the accessory holder has hangers for holding tools inserted into holders for the hangers. In a second embodiment there is a stepladder having an accessory holder as an integral part thereof. The top member also contains holders for hangers along the periphery for the insertion of hangers for holding accessories. In a third embodiment a frame which fits over the top member of a stepladder contains risers and lateral strips. The accessory holder is secured to the top member of the stepladder by a strap. Hooks and ring hangers are attached to the frame. A front hanger may be swiveled out of the way and bumpers may be added to allow the stepladder to be positioned against a wall.

Abstract: A saw horse comprises a pair of frames each assembled from a plurality of wooden struts joined by metal formings of sheet stock. Fabric hinges join the frames at their upper ends. The metal formings are positioned and closed around the beams with piercings engaging the fabric hinges. Spreader struts are also hinged by a fabric strap that permits the spreader struts to lay in horizontal positions when the frames are pulled into an A-shape, and to be oriented in side-by-side vertical positions when the frames are folded together.

Abstract: Disclosed is a simple, inexpensive utility container device for use with a hollow rung ladder. The container device includes a rung insert member and a container for holding a liquid material. The container includes a pair of aligned openings that are offset rearwardly so that the container automatically tips to a suitable forward angle to make it easier for the user to access the contents of the container. In a preferred device, the rung insert member will include a rung insertion portion at each end of the rung insert member, with a container holding portion therebetween, to permit the device to be used in either right or left hand mode. In an alternative embodiment, the rung insert member and container are an integral unit.

Abstract: A system for mounting one of various demountable attachments on a ladder may comprise a mount having at least one post for receiving an attachment and a plurality of attachments, each having a receiver for the post of the mount.

Abstract: Devices and methods are provided for detachably securing cans for use in plumbing, painting, construction, and home improvement. The devices are configured for mounting a structure such as a ladder, scaffold, bench, tool box, saw horse, table, railing, pipe, wood, lumber, metal, or plastic support or other object and further configured for detachably securing cans, such as cans containing PVC glue or primer for a plumber's use. In one device, the securing members have two arms configured to be arranged in an open state for receiving the can with substantially zero insertion force. In that device, the arms have end portions with latching members configured to join together in a first engagement position with the can. In a closed state, the latching members are in a partially overlapping configuration that pulls the arms tightly around the circumference of the can and thereby supplies a compression fit with high pull-apart strength.

Abstract: A tool holder for a ladder for supporting heavy or irregularly shaped tools. The tool holder includes a clamping member adapted to be removably coupled to the rail of a ladder and also includes a tool receiver securely attached to the clamping member in opposition to the ladder rail. An aperture is created between the tool receiver and the clamping member for engagement with a gripping flange adapted to be secured to a tool.

Abstract: A ladder accessory has a marrying pocket, a handle adapted to hold a paint vessel, and magnetic tool retainment.

Abstract: A removable plaque frame assembly for a ladder comprising: a plaque having a front surface and a back surface, the front surface comprising personalized text; a frame comprising a front surface and a back surface, the back surface comprising an attachment mechanism for securing the plaque to the frame; a recessed tab formed in the back surface of the frame and configured to receive the plaque; an opening formed by the perimeter of the recessed tab, wherein the personalized text may be viewed from the front of the plaque through the opening; a first mounting hook formed in either the front surface or the back surface of the frame; and a second mounting hook formed in the same surface of the frame as the first mounting hook, wherein the second mounting hook is located at a position distal from the first mounting hook.

Abstract: Disclosed is a tool holding device capable of being clamped to a rail and holding a tool. The tool holding device comprises a primary body, a secondary body and a fastening mechanism. The primary body comprises a tool receiving portion configured to hold a tool; a first arm and a first plate peripherally integral with the tool receiving portion. The first arm is perpendicular to the first plate. The secondary body comprises a second plate and a second arm integral with the second plate. The second arm is perpendicular to the second plate. The fastening mechanism enables in fastening and clamping the primary body and the secondary body with the rail therebetween such that the first arm and the second arm clamps opposite sides of the rail for firmly clamping the tool holding device to the rail.

Abstract: The ladder holder, with inclined plane, is a compact one piece unit that keeps an aluminum or fiberglass stepladder securely stored against a wall in a vertical position. Yet it is readily and easily accessed with a slight lifting motion and just as easily put back into the stored position. Installation takes approximately 7 minutes. It doesn't protrude into the room. It has a pleasant appearance and the inclined plane holds the ladder snugly against the wall.

Abstract: A tree ladder stand tray 10 including a tray area 100 and tray supports 110, 120, 130, 140 on each of four sides with a bottom tray 150 attached to the four tray supports within the area formed by the tray supports, such that the supports form an edge to help prevent articles from falling off the tray area; and a bracket 160 including a forward and rear brace 170, 180 attached to the tray area such that the distance between the forward brace and the rear brace is such that the bracket will fit under a tree ladder stand 102 and the tree ladder stand tray may be attached with the tree ladder stand. The tree ladder stand tray may include a second tray area 200 with the tray areas on each side of the tree ladder stand. The tree ladder stand tray may be in combination with a tree ladder stand.

Abstract: A window support structure for supporting a window during a window cleaning process includes a ladder having a plurality of steps and at least two ladder bracket assemblies. The ladder bracket assemblies include a first bracket configured to removably engage a selected step of the plurality of steps of the ladder. The ladder bracket assemblies also include a mounting flange extending from the bracket beyond the selected step of the ladder to receive a base of a window thereon and arrange a top of the window to rest against the ladder. The ladder bracket assemblies may also include a lower bracket for supporting a trough such that, when a liquid is applied to the window during a window cleaning process, the trough may receive the liquid from the window.

Abstract: A ladder rung hook (122) and upper horizontal frame (124) intersect to create an embodiment for a gripping vertical handle (126). This handle makes it faster, safer, and easy for a user to move a can of paint from rung to rung on an extension ladder. Left or right-handed painters can maneuver their can of paint with our unique easy to grip handle. A lower spring snap hook (138) will easily hook to a can of paint. The ladder hook (122) will simply be hung to the ladder rung through the easy to grip handle.

Abstract: A ladder hook (122) and a built in handle (126) are embodied together to form a unique paint bucket ladder hook. This present invention has an easy to grip handle for quick maneuverability, for moving a can of paint from rung to rung on an extension ladder. This includes moving the can of paint vertical up or vertical down the ladder rung; or moving the can of paint from left side rail to right side rail of the ladder. The ladder hook can easily be attached to the ladder rung, and at the same time the built in cradle design (128) will hug the sides of the ladder rail. A spring snap hook (138) will secure the can of paint.

Abstract: The invention relates to a single- or multiple- or multifunctional holding device that is designed in such a manner that it can be fastened to a support in different ways and can in turn be used as the support for a second object. Differently shaped receiving sections, produced by the arrangement of the structural units in the form of U-shaped hooks, L-shaped hooks, connecting elements and connecting sections in relation to each other allow for the holding device to be fastened to differently shaped supports in a rotationally fixed manner by jamming, blocking, encompassing, engaging behind or positively resting against them and to be used as a support for other objects.

Abstract: A ladder and container combination apparatus includes a ladder with a first pair of legs and a second pair of legs hingedly coupled together. A plurality of steps is attached to and extends between the legs of the first pair of legs. A collapsible housing includes a bottom wall that has a first side edge, a second side edge, front edge and a back edge. A back wall is hingedly coupled to the back edge, a front wall is hingedly coupled to the front edge, a first side wall is attached to the first edge, and a second side wall is attached to the second side edge. A support is attached to the housing and to a selected one of the steps. The support is configured to selectively position the bottom wall in a horizontal orientation or in a generally vertical position extending.

Abstract: A paint can and paintbrush holder attachment includes, in a first embodiment, a main body shaft member having a slidable clamp positioned near a first end and a fixed clamp positioned near a second end of the main body shaft member. At either end of the main body shaft member is a threaded fitting. A circular ring used to hold and support a can of paint includes a threaded fitting that may be coupled with the threaded fittings on either end of the main body shaft. The circular ring also includes a paintbrush holder clamp for receiving a paintbrush holder. The paintbrush holder, in a preferred embodiment, is a rigid rod bent generally into an L shape, and having a notch near a free end thereof for use in hanging a paintbrush therefrom. The paintbrush holder may be attached to the circular ring using the paintbrush holder clamp in such a way that the paintbrush may be hung directly over the paint can, allowing dripped paint to fall back into the paint can.

Abstract: A platform extension for securing items to a ladder, said platform extension comprising a substantially planar substrate; a wall extending from a first surface of said substrate, said wall being disposed in a substantially circumscribing shape; and an anchor for anchoring said substrate to a ladder.

Abstract: A device for supporting a container having a wire handle and a sidewall on a support structure is disclosed. The device includes a pair of spaced apart side members, with each of the side members having an upper portion adapted to engage the support structure and a notch sized to receive the wire handle. A central portion of the device is disposed between the side members, with the central portion defining a receiving area sized and shaped to receive the container such that the receiving area engages only the sidewall of the container. The device further includes a pair of spaced apart accessory supports that extend generally upward from the central portion.

Abstract: A ladder stand-off includes an extension beam and first and second stand-off sections slidingly mounted on the extension beam, so as to provide an adjustable span. Each stand-off section includes a support beam and an arm fixedly connected to the first support beam. A contact element is pivotally contacted to the outer end of each arm, allowing the device to be used with flat, curved and corner surfaces. The two arms preferably extend in an outward direction so as to be angularly divergent with respect to each other. The device can also be implemented as a ladder stand-off kit having multiple extension beams of different lengths that can be used interchangeably with the two ladder stand-off sections. In this case, the desired extension beam would be assembled with the first and second stand-off sections to form a ladder stand-off.

Abstract: A magnetic tool holder for a ladder 14 providing means for holding the selective positioning of tools to the top step 24 of a ladder. The tool holder is comprised of a planar magnetic material 12 being substantially rectangular fixedly attached to the top step 24 of the ladder. The magnetic material 12 is positioned on the underside or topside of the top step 24 of the ladder and either fastened thereto by an adhesive compound 20 or threaded fasteners such as nut and bolt 22, 26.

Abstract: A ladder caddy for holding tools, small parts, and the like for a workman on a ladder includes four curved cradles for holding the caddy to the ladder, two of the cradles holding consecutive and respective rungs of the ladder when the caddy is mounted in a first position, and two of the cradles holding consecutive and respective rungs of the ladder when the caddy is mounted in a second position inverted and upside down from the first position. The caddy includes a tool holding structure extending outwardly from the ladder at an angle of approximately 15 degrees offset from perpendicular so that when the caddy is mounted on a leaning ladder the structure extends approximately horizontally. The caddy includes a clamp for clamping to the ladder, integrally formed tool holders, and a variety of accessories that mate with the caddy body.

Abstract: A bracing device capable of clamping to a rung ladder is disclosed. The bracing device holds the rung ladder in position when hooked over the peak of a pitched roof. At the forward end of the clamping device are wheels which allow the user to wheel the ladder up the pitched roof.

Abstract: A tray for use in conjunction with a ladder bracket includes a plurality of upwardly opening compartments that may be used to hold paint, tools, or other painting supplies or implements. The bottom of the painter's tray is provided with structural features to engage a ladder bracket. A pair of downwardly opening channels are formed in the bottom surface, the channels being continuous, concentric, and curved in circular fashion to receive the hoop portion of two common sizes of ladder brackets. Both channels open to a slot opening that receives the tang portion of the ladder bracket. A plurality of tab members are mounted on posts extending downwardly from the bottom of the tray, and are rotatable to extend over the channels and secure a ladder bracket hoop portion therein.

Abstract: Ladder attachment apparatus and methods are disclosed. In one embodiment, an attachment apparatus for a ladder includes a main support adapted to be coupled to the ladder approximately parallel to the rungs. The main support includes a first coupling member proximate a first one of the elongated rails of the ladder and a second coupling member proximate another one of the elongated rails. The attachment apparatus further includes first and second support modules removeably coupled to the first and second coupling members, respectively. Each support module includes a support member including a proximal end and a distal end, and a support arm attached to the support member proximate the distal end and projecting outwardly therefrom in a first direction. The support member includes at least one projecting portion that is removeably coupleable to the corresponding one of the first and second coupling members.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a support apparatus or accessory capable of attaching to an article, such as a ladder via mating and locking of a primary attachment member connected to the support and a complementary secondary attachment member securable to the ladder. In a preferred form, the support is an adjustable length support for levelling a ladder on an uneven surface. The adjustable length support comprises a fixed component and a moveable component that moves relative to the fixed component to thereby adjust a length of the adjustable length support. The moveable member is securable at a desired length by a securing means.

Abstract: In combination with an extension ladder, an L-shaped bracket is provided. The bracket has at least one first leg longer than the distance between successive rungs of the ladder. The first leg is placed on one side of an upper rung and on the other side of a next lower rung. A short leg integral with the first leg projecting generally at right angles to the first leg, is placed on top of the upper rung and extends beyond the rung. It is adapted to support an accessory, such as a paint can or a tray. A clamp on the projecting leg insures against dislodgement of the holder. In the preferred embodiment, two L-shaped brackets are connected to an accessory carrying bar that projects beyond the sides of the rails of the ladder, and the clamp includes a plate wedging between the bar and a rail of the ladder.

Abstract: The roll-up stabilizer includes an elongated aluminum stabilizer bar that is square in cross-section. The bar is U-shaped and is bent at both ends to form the arms of the “U”. Each arm has a curved portion and a straight portion. An axle for a wheel is welded or otherwise attached to the end of the straight portion of each arm and a wheel is rotatably secured to each axle. A sheet metal trough is affixed to the central part of the middle portion of the bar by welding or other suitable fasteners. The trough is shaped to hook over and center the stabilizer bar upon the top rung of a ladder. Toggle clamps are secured by welding or other suitable fasteners to the stabilizer bar or to tubular sliding members on the stabilizer bar in position to secure the bar to the base of a ladder rail that is I-shaped in cross-section in a position adjacent the top rung of the ladder.

Abstract: An apparatus for dispensing paint comprises a container arranged to contain paint, the container has an open top end of the container providing access to the paint by a user, an enclosed bottom end on the container and a front inner side of the container. The front inner side has a plurality of raised protrusions for rolling off excess paint of a paint roller. A mounting arrangement is located at the top end on a back side of the container for supporting the container in a raised position on a vertical structure. A supporting arrangement is located at the bottom end for supporting the container such that the container remains in a generally vertical position. The mounting arrangement is arranged such that the raised protrusions on the front inner side of the container face towards the user on the vertical structure.

Abstract: A rugged braced bag for securing hand tools and other equipment to a ladder, scaffold, or mechanical lift within easy reach of a worker. The bag has wide flexible support band with a rigid distal clip configured for engagement with a slot in one of its upstanding walls. Alternatively, the bag can be secured by the support band and clip engaging a ladder top, or the band encircling a ladder rung or horizontally-extending bar with the clip inserted into the slot. The bag has a shoulder strap and release handle used for raising the bag and ready release of the clip from its engaged position. Optionally, the bag can have compartments, pockets, and/or a removable liner. Applications can include, but are not limited to, use by carpenters, painters, electricians, plumbers, homeowners, and anyone needing to use tools and equipment while on a ladder, scaffold, lift, or other raised support structure.

Abstract: A ladder stabilizer adapted to attach to an upper end or lower end of an extension ladder includes a mounting plate connecting to a rung of the extension ladder by secure U-bolts, the mounting plate attached to a slide bar mounting bracket having a transverse channel with a tightening screw providing a force within the channel to lock and hold a pair of extendable service arms within the transverse channel to provide additional wide and secure lateral stabilization of the extension ladder either at the top of the extension ladder, where the extension ladder rests against a wall or roof, or at the bottom of the extension ladder where the extension ladder meets the ground.

Abstract: A utility workstation is attached to a ladder upright locating into a self-attaching bracket. The bracket is movable in a one handed operation and will locate on either side of ladder uprights. There are no screws, wires or clamps required to position the bracket. The bracket compensates for the correct safe working position of a ladder at 4 in 1 and holds the workstation in a level position to the ground, on a single or double section of ladder. The workstation contains removable open rectangular inserts to hold paint materials and/or work utensils. Additionally the inserts will receive rectangular liners and attachable paint roller tray. These liners are open and compartmented to contain paint materials and/or work utensils. The workstation will free stand on the ground.

Abstract: A tray for use in conjunction with a ladder bracket includes a plurality of upwardly opening compartments that may be used to hold paint, tools, or other painting supplies or implements. The bottom of the painter's tray is provided with structural features to engage a ladder bracket. A pair of downwardly opening channels are formed in the bottom surface, the channels being continuous, concentric, and curved in circular fashion to receive the hoop portion of two common sizes of ladder brackets. Both channels open to a slot opening that receives the tang portion of the ladder bracket. A plurality of tab members are mounted on posts extending downwardly from the bottom of the tray, and are rotatable to extend over the channels and secure a ladder bracket hoop portion therein.

Abstract: A ladder has side rails with rungs and lower eye-bolts extending from the side rails. A bracket is couplable to a building to be painted or maintained with upper eye-bolts. A pair of turnbuckles have central sections, upper end sections and lower end sections. A pair of J-shaped hooks have lower ends. The lower ends are coupled to the upper ends of the turnbuckle. An upper hook-shaped end is removably coupled to an upper eye-bolt. A pair of short chains has upper ends threadedly coupled to the lower end of the turnbuckle. A lower hook-shaped end is removably coupled to a lower eye-bolt.

Abstract: A device for supporting a container having a wire handle and a sidewall on a support structure is disclosed. The device includes a pair of spaced apart side members, with each of the side members having an upper portion adapted to engage the support structure and a notch sized to receive the wire handle. A central portion of the device is disposed between the side members, with the central portion defining a receiving area sized and shaped to receive the container such that the receiving area engages only the sidewall of the container.

Abstract: A tool holder for mounting on the top of a conventional stepladder. The holder has trapezoidal pocketed end panels and a rectangular pocketed back panel each flexibly connected to a top panel that can be strapped to the top piece of the ladder. The end and back panels conform closely to the outlines of corresponding sides of the ladder at its upper end and are attachable to each other at adjoining side edges to fit snugly around the ladder. A pocketed front panel is manually attachable to and detachable from the top panel.

Abstract: A ladder tool holder for holding hand tools and paint cans on an extension ladder having hollow rungs. The holder comprises a custom metal extrusion member that is registerable within a selected ladder rung. Multiple tool engagement and holding attachments are adjustably keyed into the portion of the extrusion extending from the registration ladder rung.