Abstract: A bar jack device incorporated with a bottle, specifically a water bottle, is disclosed. The bar jack device may be part of the bottle lid or may be a separate add-on component that may be coupled to the bottle lid. The bar jack device may have one or more grooves designed to receive the central shaft of an exercise bar and orientate such bar in different orientations. The different created orientations of the exercise bar by the bar jack device may allow a user to load or unload weight plates on the sleeves of the exercise bar. Method of use of the bar jack device incorporated with the bottle to make a bar jack assembly is also disclosed. Among other things, the method of use lifts the exercise bar and the weight plates off the ground by using the bar jack device incorporated with the bottle as a pivoting mechanism.

Abstract: A compact telescoping lift arm assembly includes an outer arm section pivotally connected by a pivot member to a lift carriage vertically slidable on a post and an inner arm section telescopically received within the outer arm section and movable in and out of the outer arm section. The inner arm section has a nesting slot formed at an inner end thereof to nest about the pivot member when the inner arm section is retracted into the outer arm section.

Abstract: A fibre optic accessory for attachment to the end of an optical fibre is described, the fibre optic accessory comprising a plurality of grooves extending longitudinally along a portion of its outer surface. Using this accessory, an optical fibre to which this accessory is affixed may be installed in an installation tube with the use of a source of compressed air. A kit of parts for such an installation, an optical fibre and a method of installation are also described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a support post (2) comprising at least two tubes (4, 6) telescopically in sliding connection to each other. A locking device (8) holds the tubes in a locked state and allowing relative sliding of the tubes in an unlocked state. At least one end (10) of the support post has an opening (12; 112) in connection with a surface support element (14; 114). A spring is arranged within the opening of the support post to act on the surface support element (14; 114), to resiliently affect the surface support element (14; 114) in a direction away from the open end (10) of the support post and vice versa. The locking device (8) comprises a locking ring loosely arranged on one of the tubes (4) and further comprises a first ring holding arm arranged at one end of the other tube (6); the first ring holding arm having a first recess for retaining the locking ring in loose arrangement around said tube (4) with limited movability.

Abstract: A jack stand apparatus has a frame having a first portion and an outwardly extending second portion, a barrel affixed to the outwardly extending portion so as to have a generally vertical longitudinal axis, a jack screw threadedly received by the barrel, and a plurality of caster wheels removably affixed to the frame. The barrel has an outer end extending outwardly for a first distance from the first portion of the frame. The plurality of caster wheels support the frame for a second distance from a level of the bottom of the caster wheels. The first distance is no more than the second distance. A support head is affixed to an end of the jack screw opposite the barrel. The frame is invertible relative to the caster wheels such that in one position the barrel extends upwardly from the frame and a second position in which the barrel extends downwardly from the frame.

Abstract: An adjustable brace to support a precast concrete panel in a substantially vertical orientation. The adjustable brace includes a first elongate member selectively secured to a second elongate member. The first elongate member can be interconnected to the second elongate member at a job site without significantly decreasing the maximum load that the second elongate member can support.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for improved height adjustment of wall partitions. According to the present disclosure, an extendable Foot Controlled Elevator Device is placed beneath a wall partition. A user may then apply downward force on a Vertical Height Control to adjust the vertical position of the wall partition. In some embodiments, the Foot Controlled Elevator Device has a compressible base, allowing it to fit into tight areas (e.g., between toilets in a restroom under construction). In other embodiments, one or more Foot Controlled Elevator Devices may be linked, allowing for better control over the wall divider and simultaneous or distinct control of the respective Foot Controlled Elevator Devices.

Abstract: An inlet guide vane removal assembly includes a support frame with a support plate. At least one force device is coupled to the support plate. A puller bracket is attached to the at least one force device. The puller bracket has an open-ended slot defined therethrough, and a plurality of flanges positioned to engage an installed inlet guide vane. When the force device is actuated, the puller bracket is displaced relative to the support frame to facilitate removing the inlet guide vane.

Abstract: A vehicle includes a chassis and a lift assembly. The chassis includes a frame defining a pair of tow points. The lift assembly includes an adapter assembly and a lift device. The adapter assembly includes a first adapter and a second adapter, each adapter configured to be coupled to one of the pair of tow points, and each adapter defining an adapter aperture, and a cross member extending laterally across the vehicle and received by each adapter aperture. The lift device includes a lift base and a pair of receivers coupled to the lift base and configured to engage with the cross member of the adapter assembly. The pair of receivers support the cross member in a vertical direction. The adapter assembly is configured to receive and redirect a lifting force of the lift device to selectively reconfigure the vehicle between a lowered position and an elevated position.

Abstract: A system includes a rail system configured to be disposed within an enclosed space housing an exhaust collector, wherein the exhaust collector is configured to couple to a gas turbine. The system also includes an exhaust collector removal tool configured to be disposed on the rail system. The exhaust collector removal tool is configured to couple to the exhaust collector, to support the exhaust collector when not coupled to the gas turbine engine, to move the exhaust collector in a vertical direction, and to move the exhaust collector laterally with respect to the enclosed space along the rail system.

Abstract: The application discloses an improved wheel pretreatment rack. The wheel pretreatment rack includes a hook, tripods, positioning slide blocks, positioning holes, a main rod, bearing rods, braces and positioning clamping jaws. Compared with the traditional wheel pretreatment rack, the improved wheel pretreatment rack in use has the advantages that the requirement of wheels having different sizes for the pretreatment rack is met by adjusting the positions of the bearing rods up and down, and the problems of drop, scratch and the like in the cleaning pretreatment process of the wheel may be effectively prevented by a wheel three-point-fixing mode.

Abstract: A lift device configured to lift an object includes a stationary base, a lift assembly, a support assembly, and a lift mechanism. The lift assembly is movably coupled to the base, and the support assembly is movably coupled to the lift assembly. The support assembly is configured to support the object. The lift mechanism has an adjustable length. The lift mechanism is coupled to the base and to the lift assembly such that decreasing the length of the lift mechanism moves the support assembly upwardly and increasing the length of the lift mechanism moves the support assembly downwardly.

Abstract: An automatically adjusting ball-mount hitch apparatus is disclosed having a hitch ball extending from a platform. A shaft extends from the platform and is slidably disposed within a sleeve. A hitch bar has a first generally horizontal arm adapted to be removably attached to a receiver hitch of a towing vehicle. A generally vertical arm of the hitch bar is attached to a coupling that is connected to or formed integrally with the sleeve. The shaft is capable of vertical movement within the sleeve in response to vertical forces applied to the platform, permitting the platform and the hitch ball to move vertically, independent of the hitch bar and the towing vehicle receiver, in an automatic fashion during use of the apparatus.

Abstract: Ground care maintenance systems, lift adapters for turning standard vehicle lifts into ground care maintenance or turf lifts, and methods for converting vehicle lifts to ground care maintenance or turf lifts are disclosed. The ground care maintenance system includes a two post pivoting arm lift and a lift adapter configured to couple to the two post pivoting arm lift. The lift adapter including four arm covers and two adapter members each coupled to two arm covers. The method for converting a vehicle lift to a ground care maintenance or turf lift and the turf lift back to the vehicle lift are also disclosed.

Abstract: A lever system for actuating a plunger pin on a trailer jack includes a lever, an attachment member for attaching the lever to the plunger pin and an engagement member which limits the movement of the lower end of the lever toward the trailer jack.

Abstract: The invention describes a self-propelled trolley for handling a wind-turbine blade, which trolley comprises a driving device for propelling the trolley between locations; and a lifting device, which lifting device is realised to raise and lower the wind-turbine blade. The invention also describes a method of handling a wind-turbine blade, which method comprises the steps of positioning a self-propelled trolley according to any of the preceding claims at a point underneath the wind-turbine blade; actuating a lifting device of the self-propelled trolley to raise or lower the wind-turbine blade; and controlling a driving device of the self-propelled trolley to propel the trolley between locations.

Abstract: A jack for lifting a small wheeled utility vehicle such as a lawn mower. The jack includes spaced bars having a lever actuated jacking mechanism therebetween. A base cross bar is carried by the jacking mechanism up and down the same and has spaced cradles for receiving the wheels of the utility vehicle therein. The spacings between the cradles and within the cradles are adjustable for adapting to the wheels of the vehicle. The jack also includes a base bar extending away from the bars for stabilizing the same and movable to a stored position.

Abstract: A post puller features a lifting member that is slidably disposed on a guide shaft and attachable to a lifting arrangement of a working machine. A pair of movable grippers are pivotally supported on the guide shaft at a fixed position therealong, and a pair of links are pivotally connected between the lifting member and the grippers. With a web or flange of the post received in a space between inner ends of the movable grippers, raising of the lifting member by the working machine lifts the outer ends of the movable grippers via the pair of links, thereby lowering inner ends of the grippers into closer proximity to one another to grip the web or flange of the post between the grippers. With the post gripped in this manner, further raising of the lifting member by the working machine pulls the post from the ground.

Abstract: A bridge traverses along lift arms of a power unit, having leveling pads with inner rectangular plates and roller bearings; and each lift arms has an inner slide plate. The bridge has the general shape of a rectangular block and has a first longitudinal recess in each side, having a width slightly larger than the width of the slide rail, and a depth equal to the thickness of the slide rail. The bridge has a second longitudinal recess in each side having a width slightly larger than the diameter of the roller bearings and a depth slightly larger than the thickness of the roller bearings. The bridge is biased in the forwardly direction along the slide rails by a rectangular pusher frame. The pusher frame has a pair of side plates, with each outer side having a longitudinal recess therein slightly larger than the width of the slide rail and a depth equal to the thickness of the slide rail.

Abstract: The invention is generally directed to a motorcycle rack for a pickup truck. The motorcycle rack includes a frame with a long, narrow slot for receipt of a generally horizontal tongue of a curved wheel wedge. The frame is removably installed in the truck bed by anchoring fasteners on opposing sides of the frame to provide proper fit in the truck bed. The slot has a plurality of spaced apertures to allow for optional positioning of the wheel wedge. The tongue of the wheel wedge is slidably secured within the slot to distribute the weight of the motorcycle laterally across the width of the truck bed. The tire of the motorcycle is held by the wheel wedge, and can be secured by strap(s) and clip(s) attached to the motorcycle rack.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved solar energy concentrating system and to a preferred way of moving the receiver, along a curvilinear path above the mirror surface to the optimal location where the instantaneous concentration of reflected rays is the largest. The system comprises a fixed, trough concentrating collector formed with a concave curvature, shaped as a section of an spiral, oriented along the East-West axis, with a movable receiver, inclined facing South and capable of adjusting the angle of inclination periodically, preferably twice a year. The invention overcomes some of the limitations and is capable of capturing more solar energy, on a more constant basis throughout the year and at a lower cost than the preferred, state-of-the-art, trough parabolic concentrating collectors oriented along the North South axis.

Abstract: A hydraulic jack attachment for quickly and safely jacking up high clearance objects in an efficient manner. The hydraulic jack attachment generally includes a base support adapted to be positioned underneath an object to be lifted. The base support includes a footing which includes one or more wheels to aid in repositioning the base support. A linkage tube is interlocked with a lifting member and positioned within the base support. A hydraulic jack may be placed into a lower end of the base support via an access opening. When the hydraulic jack is lifted, it will force the linkage tube and lifting tube upwards. A lifting head positioned on the upper end of the lifting tube will press against and force the object upwardly to jack the object up.

Abstract: An extension has a main extension body with a first extension end and a second extension end, an extension passage is defined there between. An annular extension recess is formed about the extension passage at the first extension end. An annular extension flange is formed about the extension passage at the second extension end. A saddle has a main saddle body with a first saddle end and a second saddle end with a saddle passage defined there between. An annular saddle flange is formed about the saddle passage at the second saddle end. A fastener has an elongate shaft with a first shaft end and a second shaft end. A head is at the first shaft end. A fastening engagement is about the second shaft end. The shaft is configured to be disposed within the saddle passage and the extension passage.

Abstract: A workpiece elevating support device which can be utilized by being installed in a carriage-type conveying apparatus for conveying an automobile body while changing the height thereof in each section in an automobile assembly line. The workpiece elevating support device includes at least two center-folding double link mechanisms arranged in parallel on a base, each of which is composed of a lower parallel link, an intermediate link member, an upper parallel link, and an upper link member. The upper link member is consecutively provided with a workpiece support. There is juxtaposed a lock to hold the center-folding double link mechanisms in an expanding-rising posture, which is taken when the upper link members are vertically raised to a predetermined height.

Abstract: A foot actuated pivoting lever is provided. The lever may include: a lever member having two ends, one end configured to attach to a mechanism configured to receive an input from the lever member; and a pedal pivotally attached proximate to the other end of the lever member, wherein the pedal is configured to pivot between a first and a second position, wherein in the first position, the pedal lies on top of a section of the lever member and, in the second position, the pedal extends beyond the lever member. A mechanism for actuating a piston may be provided.

Abstract: A mobile and adjustable dolly having an adjustable “V” shaped dolly frame. The dolly frame comprises first and second pivotal frame members rotationally coupled to a central support frame member forming a “V” shape. The central support frame member comprises a series of angle maintaining features for securing each frame member at any of a plurality of angled configurations. A distal caster, having a wheel rotation disposed therewith, is assembled to a distal end of each frame member and a central caster is assembled to a pivotal region of the dolly frame. A vehicle support subassembly is disposed upon and extends upward from the each respective frame member. An elongated handle assembly extends from the central caster. The elongated handle assembly further comprises a wheel chock, which removably engages with the central wheel when subjected to the weight of the elongated handle assembly.

Abstract: A lifting apparatus for lifting and lowering loads, having a lifting arrangement, on which a load-bearing member is arrangeable, having a drive arrangement which moves the load-bearing member up and down, having a control arrangement which activates the drive arrangement and one or more lighting arrangements, wherein each lighting arrangement has a working-area lighting and an operating-state-display lighting for displaying at least one operating state, and in that each lighting arrangement is activated by the control arrangement in a working-area lighting mode or an operating-state display lighting mode or in both modes.

Abstract: An apparatus to support a skid plate during installation to an underside of a vehicle, the apparatus including a lower frame, a lifting apparatus mounted to the lower frame, and an upper frame mounted to the lifting apparatus such that the lifting apparatus selectively raises or lowers the upper frame relative to the lower frame to adjust the height of the skid plate relative to an installation surface of the vehicle. The upper frame can rotate about a longitudinal axis of the lifting apparatus and can pivot about an axis generally perpendicular to the longitudinal axis to orient the skid plate relative to the installation surface.

Abstract: A power door opener including an actuator having a housing with an electrically powered actuator shaft that can be extended from a closed to an extended position. In one embodiment, a movable push plate is affixed to the actuator shaft and a fixed push plate is fixed in its position with respect to the housing. In the closed position of the actuator shaft, the fixed and movable push plates are aligned to form a combined edge for insertion into the space between a door and door jamb. The actuator shaft extends to move the movable push plate apart from the fixed push plate to spread the space and release the door from the door jamb. Alternatively, a double ended power door opener is located between opposite door jambs and the extending of the actuator shaft forces the door jambs apart to release the door from the door jamb.

Abstract: A load-bearing top plate which provides contact with a vehicle chassis by means of a bearing plate and is the part of a jack employed in cars and other vehicles for hoisting heavy loads to a certain, small height or moving bodies at rest for a short distance exerting high pressure on them. It is characterized in that it has a lower piece, and a upper piece which is in contact with the vehicle and enables intended position of the aforementioned rotatable load-bearing top plate by first rotating over the aforesaid lower piece and then locking. One pin connects the aforementioned lower piece and upper piece. A pushing element is inserted around the aforesaid pin.

Abstract: An apparatus with a wheel engagement mechanism for operation with a jack assembly for engaging and elevating two wheels of a multi-wheeled vehicle relative to the ground is provided. The apparatus includes a base, a support member connected to the base, and a wheel support assembly. The wheel support assembly includes wheel supports connected at the ends of the wheel support assembly that extend outward from the wheel support assembly for supporting two wheels of the vehicle. The apparatus also includes an actuation mechanism for selectively raising and selectively lowering the wheel support assembly to raise and lower the vehicle.

Abstract: A lifting strut and stabilization system includes a lower outer tubular member in slidable engagement with an upper extendable inner tubular member, a mechanism for receiving and supporting a jack on the outer tubular member, a pin for optionally restraining the upper tubular member from further engagement into the lower tubular member, while allowing unrestrained extension of the upper tubular member from within the lower tubular member, and a removably attached jack having a bracket at its upper end incorporating a saddle or half-hole for engaging a strut lift pin located in a corresponding saddle, half-hole or flat bearing surface located on the upper end of the lower tubular member, the lift pin extending through the saddle holes in the upper tubular member, such that upon actuation of the jack, the upper jack bracket engages the lift pin and extends the upper tubular member from within the lower tubular member.

Abstract: A vehicle jack comprising a first portion comprising a lower portion adapted to support the jack relative to a ground surface in a first orientation, a rest member extending from the lower portion and adapted to at least partially support the jack relative to the ground surface in a second orientation, and a support member extending from the lower portion, and a second portion movable relative to the support member, the second portion comprising a surface adapted to abut with a vehicle.

Abstract: A rack apparatus used for retaining a workpiece having at least one threaded hole, includes a hanging frame, and at least one clamping assembly fixed on the hanging frame. Each clamping assembly includes a plurality of latching members and a plurality of connecting members detachably assembled on the latching members. Each connecting member includes a screw portion. At least one screw portion is engaged in a corresponding threaded hole of the workpiece.

Abstract: A liftable puller device includes a holder, a puller assembly located on the holder, a first frame coupled with the holder and a second frame coupled with the puller assembly. The puller assembly is installed on the holder via the first frame and second frame, and includes a plurality of grippers to grip a wheel. The first frame has a first main retaining zone located on the top end thereof, two first sub retaining zones relative to the first main retaining zone and a first auxiliary retaining zone between the first main retaining zone and one first sub retaining zone. By providing the first auxiliary retaining zone, only a small range of movement is needed to complete switch between a two-gripper and a multi-gripper puller device.

Abstract: A system for installing wire and the like in a conduit which includes a plurality of wire pulling grips and a pulling jacket is provided. The wire pulling jacket encloses the wire pulling grips and keeps them bundled together, making it easier for an operator to use the same. The wire pulling jacket protects the pulling grips by preventing the grips from catching on the conduit, and also keeps the pulling grips clean. The pulling jacket also increases operator safety by reducing the risk that the operator gets a finger, glove, or other part of the body caught in the wire puling grips as these are pulled into the conduit.

Abstract: A lifting system for vertical adjustment of a transportation system structure consists of a foot that is fastened onto the transportation system structure and a foot cradle. The foot is bounded on opposite sides by two foot surfaces that are arranged at a foot-surface angle to each other. The foot cradle has two complimentary supporting surfaces against which the foot surfaces rest. The supporting surfaces are vertically movable, allowing the foot and transportation system structure to be raised or lowered, and the vertical adjustment thereby takes place.

Abstract: A support assembly includes a frame, a first ratchet, a second ratchet, a lift structure, a bridge member, and a saddle. Each of the first and second ratchets includes a linear rack attached to first and second side members of the frame, and a slide structure slideably mounted with one of the side members. Each slide structure includes a pawl that successively engages with teeth in the linear rack as the lift structure of the support assembly is extended upwardly and as the slide structure slides along the linear rack. The support assembly may be a jack stand that is co-located with a vehicle jack. A head of the vehicle jack pushes against a bottom surface of the bridge member of the jack stand to cause the lift structure to extend upwardly and the ratchet systems to engage in a locked position to hold a vehicle in a raised position.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are a universal platform and an assembly method of an aircraft using the same. The universal platform includes a plurality of scissor lifts arranged around an aircraft, wherein each of the plural scissor lifts includes a base frame, a support frame located above the base frame, a support table fixedly coupled to an upper portion of the support frame, a plurality of link members axially assembled to be mutually pivoted between the support frame and the base frame, a plurality of hydraulic cylinders coupled to the respective link members and the base frame so as to lift the support frame in upward and downward directions, and a slide member slidably coupled to the support table, and the slide member slides from the support table toward the aircraft so as to allow a worker to work according to height, and there is provided the assembly method of the aircraft using the universal platform, thereby contributing to improvement in productivity and in health of workers.

Abstract: A system includes a device, such as a streetlight or a signal light, having one or more conduits extending therefrom. An electrical conductor extends through the conduit and is connected to the light. The conduit also has a fiber optic cable extending therethrough, installed by way of a rod assembly inserted into one end of the conduit and a tool inserted into another end of the conduit. The ends of the rod assembly and the tool engage one another in the conduit and allow one of the tool or the rod assembly to be withdrawn from the conduit, withdrawing the other. The fiber optic cable is coupled thereto and extended through the conduit.

Abstract: A clay model support device includes a base, a support frame connected with the base, and a panel connected with the support frame. The base includes a lower surface configured to engage an associated horizontal floor surface. The support frame is pivotable with respect to the base about a generally horizontal axis. The panel is configured to support an associated clay model. The panel is slidable with respect to the support frame.

Abstract: A jacking apparatus including a jack mount, the apparatus for use with a vehicle such as a riding lawn mower. The jack mount is, in one embodiment, configured to be attached to and removed from the vehicle without the use of tools. In one embodiment, the jack mount includes two jaws that effectively clamp to a frame of the mower. The clamping force is generated by the weight of the mower acting against a jacking force applied to the jack mount by an extensible jacking device.

Abstract: An extension has a main extension body with a first extension end and a second extension end, an extension passage is defined there between. An annular extension recess is formed about the extension passage at the first extension end. An annular extension flange is formed about the extension passage at the second extension end. A saddle has a main saddle body with a first saddle end and a second saddle end with a saddle passage defined there between. An annular saddle flange is formed about the saddle passage at the second saddle end. A fastener has an elongate shaft with a first shaft end and a second shaft end. A head is at the first shaft end. A fastening engagement is about the second shaft end. The shaft is configured to be disposed within the saddle passage and the extension passage.

Abstract: A pump jack for driving a reciprocating pump is provided. The pump jack comprises a support base and a support frame mounted thereto. A hydraulic cylinder is mounted to the support frame. A pulley mechanism is connected to a piston of the hydraulic cylinder, the support frame, and to a sucker rod of the reciprocating pump. The pulley mechanism translates movement of the piston into movement of the sucker rod such that pushing action of the piston provides pulling action acting on the sucker rod. A drive mechanism connected to the hydraulic cylinder for actuating the hydraulic cylinder.

Abstract: A mobile and adjustable dolly having an adjustable “V” shaped dolly frame. The dolly frame comprises first and second pivotal frame members rotationally coupled to a central support frame member forming a “V” shape. The central support frame member comprises a series of angle maintaining features for securing each frame member at any of a plurality of angled configurations. A distal caster, having a wheel rotation disposed therewith, is assembled to a distal end of each frame member and a central caster is assembled to a pivotal region of the dolly frame. A vehicle support subassembly is disposed upon and extends upward from the each respective frame member. An elongated handle assembly extends from the central caster. The elongated handle assembly further comprises a wheel chock, which removably engages with the central wheel when subjected to the weight of the elongated handle assembly.

Abstract: A multi-section pulling rod structure, comprising: a retractable pulling rod, a positioning piece, and a plug set. The retractable pulling rod includes a first socket, a second socket, and at least a third socket, sleeved and fixed onto each other through their ends of small diameters, with their bottom ends provided respectively with a first plug, a second plug, and at least a third plug. Positioning piece is disposed inside second socket, and a plurality of positioning holes are provided on positioning piece. A press rod controls action of first plug, and at the same time brings second plug and third plug into action, so as to make steel beads on each plug to position in or detach from holes of each socket, and control steel bead of second plug to position in one of selected positioning holes on positioning piece, hereby reaching the extended height with minute adjustments.

Abstract: One disclosed lifting apparatus includes a base, a receiving portion, first and second arms, and a support. The base has a proximal end, a distal end, and first and second opposed sides. The first side has a plurality of receiving areas spaced apart between the proximal and distal ends. The arms are rotatably coupled to the base for movement between lowered and raised positions, and are coupled to the receiving portion. The receiving portion is relatively near the base distal end when the first and second arms are at the lowered position, and the receiving portion is relatively distant to the base distal end when the first and second arms are at the raised position. The support rotatably extends from the first arm and automatically engages at least one of the receiving areas when the first and second arms move from the lowered position to the raised position.

Abstract: A swing support mobilization lift includes a jack and a pivotably positionable swing arms, pivotally coupled to the jack, such that the attachment mechanism is capable of being initially displaced in the plane of the jack mechanism during insertion of the lifting device in a narrowly accessible space adjacent to shelving. Then, the swing arms are capable of being pivoted to extend outwardly from the plane of the surface of a jack facing the shelving, such that the shelving may be attached to the swing arms, such as by pins tethered to the jack. In one example, a pair of swing arms disposed on opposite sides of a portion of the shelving sandwich the portion of the shelving and support opposite ends of the pins coupling the swing arms to the shelving.

Abstract: An apparatus for lifting pipes in a pipe rack for the purpose of inspecting the point of contact with the supporting beam, and to remedy any damage caused by corrosion and wear and tear.

Abstract: An apparatus for securing objects has an outer housing, a stand positioned within the outer housing, a jaw affixed to an upper end of the stand and having a surface on a top thereof suitable for receiving the object thereon, a latching member coupled to the outer housing, and a mechanism for selectively moving the jaw in relative to the latching member. The latching member is extendable over the top of the jaw. The latching member is suitable for securely retaining the object against the top of the jaw. Either the jaw can be moved upwardly or the latching member can be moved downwardly so as to fix the object therebetween.