Patents by Inventor Shannon Lessner
Shannon Lessner has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Publication number: 20250146307Abstract: An apparatus includes a platform having a first end and a second end and a handle. The apparatus includes a first leg assembly rotatably attached to the platform in proximity to the first end. The apparatus includes a second leg assembly attentively attached to the platform in proximity to the second end. When the first and second leg assemblies are essentially perpendicular to the platform, the apparatus is in a use state and the user is able to stand on the platform and be supported by the first and second leg assemblies. When the apparatus is in the use state, the user is able to pick up the apparatus by the handle with only one of the hands without tipping the apparatus. A method for a user with hands to stand on an apparatus.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 13, 2025Publication date: May 8, 2025Inventors: Steve Woodward, Joe Dangrow, Shannon Lessner
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Publication number: 20250101806Abstract: A ceiling ladder having a plurality of sections that can be climbed by a user when in an unfolded position into an attic and that can be folded together into a retracted position to be stored above the ceiling. The ladder has a deep step, which has a width greater than the width of other steps of the ladder, in which is located between about 2-5 feet from the floor when the ladder is in the unfolded position so that a user can stand on the deep step and place objects into the attic without having to climb into the attic.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2024Publication date: March 27, 2025Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
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Patent number: 12196041Abstract: A ceiling ladder having a plurality of sections that can be climbed by a user when in an unfolded position into an attic and that can be folded together into a retracted position to be stored above the ceiling. The ladder has a deep step, which has a width greater than the width of other steps of the ladder, in which is located between about 2-5 feet from the floor when the ladder is in the unfolded position so that a user can stand on the deep step and place objects into the attic without having to climb into the attic.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2023Date of Patent: January 14, 2025Assignee: Werner Co.Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
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Publication number: 20240368902Abstract: An apparatus includes a platform having a first end and a second end and a handle. The apparatus includes a first leg assembly rotatably attached to the platform in proximity to the first end. The apparatus includes a second leg assembly attentively attached to the platform in proximity to the second end. When the first and second leg assemblies are essentially perpendicular to the platform, the apparatus is in a use state and the user is able to stand on the platform and be supported by the first and second leg assemblies. When the apparatus is in the use state, the user is able to pick up the apparatus by the handle with only one of the hands without tipping the apparatus. A method for a user with hands to stand on an apparatus.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 28, 2024Publication date: November 7, 2024Inventors: Steve Woodward, Joe Dangrow, Shannon Lessner
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Patent number: 12060717Abstract: An apparatus includes a platform having a first end and a second end and a handle. The apparatus includes a first leg assembly rotatably attached to the platform in proximity to the first end. The apparatus includes a second leg assembly attentively attached to the platform in proximity to the second end. When the first and second leg assemblies are essentially perpendicular to the platform, the apparatus is in a use state and the user is able to stand on the platform and be supported by the first and second leg assemblies. When the apparatus is in the use state, the user is able to pick up the apparatus by the handle with only one of the hands without tipping the apparatus. A method for a user with hands to stand on an apparatus.Type: GrantFiled: October 22, 2020Date of Patent: August 13, 2024Assignee: Werner Co.Inventors: Steve Woodward, Joe Dangrow, Shannon Lessner
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Publication number: 20240110442Abstract: A ceiling ladder having a plurality of sections that can be climbed by a user when in an unfolded position into an attic and that can be folded together into a retracted position to be stored above the ceiling. The ladder has a deep step, which has a width greater than the width of other steps of the ladder, in which is located between about 2-5 feet from the floor when the ladder is in the unfolded position so that a user can stand on the deep step and place objects into the attic without having to climb into the attic.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 10, 2023Publication date: April 4, 2024Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
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Publication number: 20220120137Abstract: A ceiling ladder having a plurality of sections that can be climbed by a user when in an unfolded position into an attic and that can be folded together into a retracted position to be stored above the ceiling. The ladder has a deep step, which has a width greater than the width of other steps of the ladder, in which is located between about 2-5 feet from the floor when the ladder is in the unfolded position so user can stand on the deep step in place objects into the attic without having to climb into the attic. A method. A deep step.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2021Publication date: April 21, 2022Applicant: Werner Co.Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
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Publication number: 20220010565Abstract: An assembly upon which a user stands includes a platform. The assembly includes a first work stand and a second work stand. Each work stand has a front frame and a rear frame. The assembly includes a first plank adapter engaged with the first work stand. The first plank adapter has an attachment portion and a bar. The assembly includes a second plank adapter engaged with the second work stand. The platform rests on and is supported by the first and second plank adapters. The present invention pertains to a work stand for holding a platform upon which a user stands. A plank adapter that is engaged with a front frame of a work stand to hold a platform. A method for a user to stand above ground. A method for forming a work stand.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 22, 2021Publication date: January 13, 2022Applicant: Werner Co.Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
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Patent number: 11215010Abstract: A ceiling ladder having a plurality of sections that can be climbed by a user when in an unfolded position into an attic and that can be folded together into a retracted position to be stored above the ceiling. The ladder has a deep step, which has a width greater than the width of other steps of the ladder, in which is located between about 2-5 feet from the floor when the ladder is in the unfolded position so user can stand on the deep step in place objects into the attic without having to climb into the attic. A deep step for a ceiling ladder.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 2020Date of Patent: January 4, 2022Assignee: Werner Co.Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
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Patent number: 11131103Abstract: An assembly upon which a user stands includes a platform. The assembly includes a first work stand and a second work stand. Each work stand has a front frame and a rear frame. The assembly includes a first plank adapter engaged with the first work stand. The first plank adapter has an attachment portion and a bar. The assembly includes a second plank adapter engaged with the second work stand. The platform rests on is supported by the first and second plank adapters. The present invention pertains to a work stand for holding a platform upon which a user stands. A plank adapter that is engaged with a front frame of a work stand to hold a platform. A method for a user to stand above ground. A method for forming a work stand.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2016Date of Patent: September 28, 2021Assignee: Werner Co.Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
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Patent number: 10815680Abstract: An apparatus includes a platform having a first end and a second end and a handle. The apparatus includes a first leg assembly rotatably attached to the platform in proximity to the first end. The apparatus includes a second leg assembly attentively attached to the platform in proximity to the second end. When the first and second leg assemblies are essentially perpendicular to the platform, the apparatus is in a use state and the user is able to stand on the platform and be supported by the first and second leg assemblies. When the apparatus is in the use state, the user is able to pick up the apparatus by the handle with only one of the hands without tipping the apparatus. A method for a user with hands to stand on an apparatus.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2016Date of Patent: October 27, 2020Assignee: Werner Co.Inventors: Steve Woodward, Joe Dangrow, Shannon Lessner
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Publication number: 20200149347Abstract: A ceiling ladder having a plurality of sections that can be climbed by a user when in an unfolded position into an attic and that can be folded together into a retracted position to be stored above the ceiling. The ladder has a deep step, which has a width greater than the width of other steps of the ladder, in which is located between about 2-5 feet from the floor when the ladder is in the unfolded position so user can stand on the deep step in place objects into the attic without having to climb into the attic. A method. A deep step.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 17, 2020Publication date: May 14, 2020Applicant: Werner Co.Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
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Patent number: 10538966Abstract: A ceiling ladder having a plurality of sections that can be climbed by a user when in an unfolded position into an attic and that can be folded together into a retracted position to be stored above the ceiling. The ladder has a deep step, which has a width greater than the width of other steps of the ladder, in which is located between about 2-5 feet from the floor when the ladder is in the unfolded position so user can stand on the deep step in place objects into the attic without having to climb into the attic. A method. A deep step.Type: GrantFiled: May 10, 2017Date of Patent: January 21, 2020Assignee: Werner Co.Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
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Publication number: 20190063073Abstract: A ceiling ladder having a plurality of sections that can be climbed by a user when in an unfolded position into an attic and that can be folded together into a retracted position to be stored above the ceiling. The ladder has a deep step, which has a width greater than the width of other steps of the ladder, in which is located between about 2-5 feet from the floor when the ladder is in the unfolded position so user can stand on the deep step in place objects into the attic without having to climb into the attic. A method. A deep step.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 10, 2017Publication date: February 28, 2019Applicant: Werner Co.Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
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Publication number: 20170275899Abstract: An apparatus includes a platform having a first end and a second end and a handle. The apparatus includes a first leg assembly rotatably attached to the platform in proximity to the first end. The apparatus includes a second leg assembly attentively attached to the platform in proximity to the second end. When the first and second leg assemblies are essentially perpendicular to the platform, the apparatus is in a use state and the user is able to stand on the platform and be supported by the first and second leg assemblies. When the apparatus is in the use state, the user is able to pick up the apparatus by the handle with only one of the hands without tipping the apparatus. A method for a user with hands to stand on an apparatus.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 22, 2016Publication date: September 28, 2017Inventors: Steve Woodward, Jae Dangrow, Shannon Lessner
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Publication number: 20170275898Abstract: An assembly upon which a user stands includes a platform. The assembly includes a first work stand and a second work stand. Each work stand has a front frame and a rear frame. The assembly includes a first plank adapter engaged with the first work stand. The first plank adapter has an attachment portion and a bar. The assembly includes a second plank adapter engaged with the second work stand. The platform rests on is supported by the first and second plank adapters. The present invention pertains to a work stand for holding a platform upon which a user stands. A plank adapter that is engaged with a front frame of a work stand to hold a platform. A method for a user to stand above ground. A method for forming a work stand.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 22, 2016Publication date: September 28, 2017Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker