Abstract: A modular crossover system includes one or more platforms, one or more platform guardrails attached to the platform, a plurality of towers supporting the one or more platforms, a plurality of stile assemblies attached to the platforms, or a combination of towers and stile assemblies. An optional fixed ladder may be attached to one of the platforms.

Abstract: A ladder system includes an overhead track system, a ladder, a latch and a carriage. The overhead track system includes a first guide track and a second guide track. The carriage is operatively configured to move longitudinally along the first and second guide tracks and to move laterally between the first and second guide tracks. The ladder is pivotally mounted to the overhead track system. A lateral carriage brake is provided which prevents lateral movement of the ladder, and a longitudinal carriage brake is provided to prevent longitudinal movement of the ladder. The latch is operatively configured to affix the ladder to the carriage.

Abstract: A rolling ladder includes opposing side members between which a plurality of treads are disposed at predetermined locations to define a ladder. The ladder further includes a support structure coupled to the ladder and including a front wheel support coupled to a plurality of rolling devices. A leg assembly has a user-adjustable length leg, allowing the user to extend or retract either leg to accommodate uneven or irregular floor surfaces. The leg length may also be adjusted to allow for wear in the material of the leg. A lock mechanism is responsive to user actuation and is configured to move the rolling devices from a rolling position to a retracted position, wherein the leg of the leg assembly contacts the floor to thereby inhibit movement of the ladder.

Abstract: A ladder assembly for use with movable shelving is disclosed. The ladder assembly may comprise an overhead track assembly, a carriage, and a ladder. The overhead track assembly includes a first guide track and a second guide track. The carriage is operatively configured to move longitudinally along the first and second guide tracks. The ladder is pivotally and slidably mounted to the carriage. The ladder has an operating position and a stored position. The operating position is located in an open available aisle of the movable shelving. The stored position may be located substantially vertical and outside of the aisle of the movable shelving allowing the movable shelving to close the aisle without interference from the ladder.

Abstract: A guide track system and a bracket assembly thereof for supporting guide tracks thereof are provided. The guide track system comprises a first guide track piece, a second guide track piece, and a bracket assembly configured to support the first and second guide track pieces. The bracket assembly comprises a mounting feature configured to be mounted to a support structure, and a guide track supporting feature connected to the mounting feature and configured to support a portion of the guide track mounted thereon. The guide track supporting feature, in turn, comprises a body having a first end, a second end, and a longitudinal axis extending through the first and second ends, wherein the first end is configured to be coupled with an end of the first guide track piece, and the second end is configured to be coupled with an end of the second guide track piece.

Abstract: The disclosed ladder system may be disposed in a store, warehouse, library, or similar facility where two storage shelves form an aisle. The ladder can be pivotally attached to a roller structure that moves along a length of the aisle on a guide track. The guide track may be disposed along sides of the storage shelves. The roller structure may be formed by a lateral rod extending between and coupled to two roller carriages. Further, because the ladder is pivotally attached to the roller structure, the ladder may fold substantially out of the aisle when the ladder is not in use.

Abstract: A ladder system includes an overhead track system, a ladder, a latch and a carriage. The overhead track system includes a first guide track and a second guide track. The carriage is operatively configured to move longitudinally along the first and second guide tracks and to move laterally between the first and second guide tracks. The ladder is pivotally mounted to the overhead track system. A lateral carriage brake is provided which prevents lateral movement of the ladder, and a longitudinal carriage brake is provided to prevent longitudinal movement of the ladder. The latch is operatively configured to affix the ladder to the carriage.

Abstract: The ladder system is disposed between two spaced storage shelves of the types found in crowded warehouses. The ladder is mounted on overhead guide tracks and may be moved longitudinally along the shelves and laterally between the shelves. Locating means are provided for immobilizing the ladder against movement laterally and longitudinally. The locating means includes a pair of spring-loaded casters and rubber pads at the lower end of the ladder and a pair of braking mechanisms overlying and engageable with the guide tracks when subjected to the weight of the user to prevent movement of the ladder at the top thereof either intentionally or unintentionally. Finally, a lateral brake is carried by the ladder which prevents the roller carriage from moving laterally. The brake is applied when the ladder is in use.

Abstract: The cantilever mounted rotary brush conveyor belt cleaner is mounted on one side of a conveyor apparatus, with the rotary brush extending beneath the head pulley and the return strand of the belt to remove foreign material adhering to the belt. The unit includes a shaft and a rotary brush mounted on the shaft, with a bearing support assembly supporting one end of the shaft and with the other end being unsupported. A frame assembly has a mounting plate which is fixed to the support or frame of the conveyor. The frame has a mounting plate with a rectangular opening therein through which the shaft and the rotary brush extends. The bearing support assembly is located on and abuts one of the surfaces of the mounting plate, with the rotary brush being located opposite the other surface of the mounting plate.

Abstract: The ladder system is disposed between two spaced storage shelves of the types found in crowded warehouse-type retail outlets. The ladder is mounted on an overhead track system and may be moved longitudinally along the shelves and laterally between the shelves. The ladder is pivotly connected on one side to the overhead track system whereby the ladder may be moved from a latched position to a folded position about the pivot means against one of the storage shelves to thereby minimize the ladder as an obstruction in the aisle between the storage shelves.

Abstract: The ladder stand employs a pair of swivable caster wheels at the front and a pair at the rear which are used in cooperation with a pair of closely located non-swivable caster wheels, thereby providing a structure which has three modes of operation, one mode for climbing, a second mode which permits the stand to be pushed in a straight line with wide turns and a third mode of operation which permits the stand to be first pushed laterally and to provide sharp turns. A front wheel support is mounted on the front end and a retractable first pair of swivable caster wheels is mounted on the front support. A rear wheel support is mounted on the rear end, with a retractable second pair of swivable caster wheels mounted on the rear support. A third pair of non-swivable rigid caster wheels are mounted at the rear end.

Abstract: The ladder system is located adjacent the front face of a storage rack. The ladder is carried by a cantilever supported carriage assembly having a pair of pivotally mounted frames. The ladder is connected to one frame and may move longitudinally along the front face of the storage rack. The ladder and its frame may also be moved laterally in an arc up to 90.degree. in a direction extending perpendicular to the front face of the storage rack. The carriage assembly includes a horizontal ladder support arm on the first frame upon which the ladder is mounted. A user can quickly and easily position the ladder at any position along the storage rack for accessing items stored on the shelves. This ladder system is particularly useful in crowded warehouse-type retail outlets which are now in popular use across the country.

Abstract: A ladder system is disposed between two spaced storage shelves. The ladder may move longitudinally along the shelves, and may also be moved laterally between the shelves. Further, the ladder may pivot about a lateral axis such that the ladder may be picked up over obstructions in an aisle between the shelves. In this way, one can quickly and easily position the ladder at any position along or between the two storage shelves for accessing items stored on the shelves. This ladder system is particularly useful in the crowded warehouse-type retail outlets which are now gaining popularity.

Abstract: An improved bucky drive utilizes a reversible rotary motor which drives a screw received in a nut fixed to a bucky grid. A integrated control circuit board for the motor insures that the motor is quickly operated. In other features, the motor is a DC motor with a position sensor. A transistor speed control is utilized. The bucky system may be operated in either a semi-automatic or an automatic mode. The speed of the grid may be controlled. Further, other operational parameters of the system may also be controlled.

Abstract: A ladder is disclosed including wheels normally received off the ground, and four legs normally supporting the ladder. When it is desired to move the ladder, it is pivoted off the legs until the wheels contact the ground and fully support the ladder. The ladder may then be moved. A rail includes an angled portion which provides a handle allowing the ladder to be easily moved. The wheel is most preferably mounted above the ground by a distance between its radius and its diameter such that when the ladder is supported on the wheels, the legs will not interfere with the ground.

Abstract: A ladder is disclosed which includes gate members to block access to the ladder. The gate members preferably include a warning against unauthorized use of the ladder. The ladder may be mounted on wheels such that it may be transportable, for uses in environments such as warehouses. Since these environments may be exposed to customer use, the warnings may prevent unauthorized use of the ladder by customers.

Abstract: A conveyor belt cleaner having at least one blade mounted on a blade carrying member for scraping an endless conveyor belt. The blade carrying member substantially encloses and is telescopically received on a vertically adjustable elongate support member. A plurality of rollers are located between the blade carrying member and support member for rolling the blade carrying member on and off the support member to service the conveyor belt cleaner. An adjustment mechanism is provided for shifting the support member to change the amount of pressure with which the blade engages the endless belt. The tubular support may be segmented to facilitate removal in confined areas and to permit repair or replacement of individual segments.

Abstract: A conveyor belt cleaner having at least one blade mounted on a blade carrying member for scraping an endless conveyor belt. The blade carrying member substantially encloses and is telescopically received on an arcuately pivotal elongate support member. A plurality of rollers are located between the blade carrying member and support member for rolling the blade carrying member on and off the support member to service the conveyor belt cleaner. An adjustment mechanism is provided for arcuately shifting the support member to change the amount of pressure with which the blade engages the endless belt. The tubular support may be segmented to facilitate removal in confined areas and to permit repair by replacement of individual segments.

Abstract: A conveyor belt cleaner having at least one blade yieldably mounted on a blade support assembly for scraping an endless belt. The blade support assembly includes a spring support and a spring cradle pivotally mounted within and angularly adjustable upon and secured to the spring support. A helical spring is mounted within the spring cradle and has one end anchored thereon. The other end of the helical spring terminates in a spring arm for supporting the blade.

Abstract: A mechanical linkage and switch for sensing a torn or damaged portion of a conveyor belt. The detector includes a switch enclosed in a housing and connected to a cable which extends across the bottom of the conveyor adjacent to the conveyor belt. The cable is detachably connected to the housing by a unique ball and socket arrangement, so that when a torn section of a conveyor belt engages the cable the ball is pulled from the socket to trip the switch. The housing isolates the switch from the ambient atmosphere to allow the detector to be used in an explosive environment.