Abstract: A pipe step for providing a flat supporting surface on the top side of a horizontal pipe. The step includes a pair of channel members each having arcs cut in the flange portions thereof to meet with the pipe. U-bolts are provided for clamping the channel members to the pipe. A flat-supporting surface form from square mesh grating is bolted to and extends between the upper web portions of the channel members and provides a non-slip flat supporting surface.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
October 3, 1991
Date of Patent:
May 12, 1992
Assignee:
Atlantic Richfield Company
Inventors:
John T. Reiter, David M. Ellis, Rick D. Smith, Roger D. Leach