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).

  • Publication number: 20250146307
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2025
    Publication date: May 8, 2025
    Inventors: Steve Woodward, Joe Dangrow, Shannon Lessner
  • Publication number: 20250101806
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2024
    Publication date: March 27, 2025
    Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
  • Patent number: 12196041
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2023
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2025
    Assignee: Werner Co.
    Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
  • Publication number: 20240368902
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2024
    Publication date: November 7, 2024
    Inventors: Steve Woodward, Joe Dangrow, Shannon Lessner
  • Patent number: 12060717
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 13, 2024
    Assignee: Werner Co.
    Inventors: Steve Woodward, Joe Dangrow, Shannon Lessner
  • Publication number: 20240110442
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2023
    Publication date: April 4, 2024
    Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
  • Publication number: 20220120137
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2021
    Publication date: April 21, 2022
    Applicant: Werner Co.
    Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
  • Publication number: 20220010565
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: September 22, 2021
    Publication date: January 13, 2022
    Applicant: Werner Co.
    Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
  • Patent number: 11215010
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 4, 2022
    Assignee: Werner Co.
    Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
  • Patent number: 11131103
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2021
    Assignee: Werner Co.
    Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
  • Patent number: 10815680
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 27, 2020
    Assignee: Werner Co.
    Inventors: Steve Woodward, Joe Dangrow, Shannon Lessner
  • Publication number: 20200149347
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2020
    Publication date: May 14, 2020
    Applicant: Werner Co.
    Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
  • Patent number: 10538966
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 21, 2020
    Assignee: Werner Co.
    Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
  • Publication number: 20190063073
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: May 10, 2017
    Publication date: February 28, 2019
    Applicant: Werner Co.
    Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker
  • Publication number: 20170275899
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: March 22, 2016
    Publication date: September 28, 2017
    Inventors: Steve Woodward, Jae Dangrow, Shannon Lessner
  • Publication number: 20170275898
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: March 22, 2016
    Publication date: September 28, 2017
    Inventors: Steve Woodward, Shannon Lessner, Thomas Parker