Abstract: A ladder having a foot having a plastic body with a recess which receives the end of a first rail and is positioned about and conforms to the web and the first and second flanges of the first rail. The foot has a plastic base having a top side from which the body extends. The base has a front edge. The foot has a metal rail fastener which extends through the body and the rail to attach the body and the rail together. The foot has a pad having a rigid plate with a rubber outer layer surrounding the rigid plate and a pad fastener hole that extends entirely through the rigid plate and rubber outer layer, the outer layer of the pad having a bottom with treads. The foot has a metal pad fastener that extends entirely through the pad and entirely through the base to attach the pad to the base so the rigid plate is between the treads and the base of the shell. A ladder foot. A method.

Abstract: A ladder for a user to climb and which holds a rag includes a first rail having a top and a second rail and rungs attached to the first rail and second rail. The ladder includes an end cap that is attached adjacent to the top of the first rail. The end cap having an attachment portion which attaches to the first rail and a cover portion which covers over the first rail, and extends from the attachment portion. The cover portion having a rag holder. The ladder includes a pad attached to the back of the cover portion which contacts a surface against which the first rail leans against so as not to mar or scratch or damage the surface. An end cap. A method.

Abstract: Various embodiments of ladders, ladder legs, ladder feet, foot mechanisms for ladders, and related methods are provided herein. In one embodiment, a foot is pivotal relative to a leg or rail of the ladder between a first position and at least a second position. A biasing force is applied to the foot to maintain the foot in either of the user-selected positions until a force is applied to pivot the foot to another position. In one embodiment, the foot mechanism maintaining the foot at a desired position may include a pair of pins that couple the foot to another component (e.g., a housing member, an insert member or a rail of the ladder). At least one of the two pins may be displaceable relative to the other pin during pivoting of the foot.

Abstract: Ladders and ladder components are provided including feet for ladders configured for securement of the ladder to a supporting surface, adjustable leg members for ladders, bearing members for ladders, and adjustment mechanisms for ladders. In one embodiment, an adjustment mechanism may include a first pair of spaced apart rails, a pair of adjustable legs having a first end hingedly coupled to one of a pair of adjustment mechanisms and a second end coupled with a foot. The adjustment mechanisms may be slidably coupled with the rails and in one embodiment, each adjustment mechanism is selectively displaceable along a length of its associated rail only when upward force is absent from the adjustment mechanism, the upward force being defined in a direction from a lower end of the associated rail towards the adjustment mechanism.

Abstract: A ladder anchoring assembly includes a first mount that has a first space for insertably receiving a foot of a ladder and a first engagement for engaging the foot of the ladder. The first mount is attachable to a support surface upon which the foot of the ladder is positioned. A second mount is included that has a second space therein for insertably receiving the foot of the ladder and a second engagement for engaging the foot of the ladder. The second mount is attachable to the support surface having the second mount being directed toward the first mount. Thus, each of the first mount and the second mount surrounds the foot of ladder. In this way the first mount and the second mount restrain the foot of the ladder on the support surface.

Abstract: A ladder is provided having a base section and a fly section slidably coupled with the base section. The base section includes a first pair of spaced apart rails and a first plurality of rungs extending between and coupled to the first pair of spaced apart rails. The fly section includes a second pair of spaced apart rails and a second plurality of rungs extending between and coupled to the second pair of spaced apart rails. The various rungs may be coupled with their associated rails in an offset relationship such that they are not centered along a longitudinal center axis line of the rails. A rung lock device may be used which includes an arm pivotally coupled with the base section and configured to selectively engage various rungs of the second plurality of rungs to maintain the fly section in a desired position relative to the base section.

Abstract: A ladder for a user to climb and which holds a rag includes a first rail having a top and a second rail and rungs attached to the first rail and second rail. The ladder includes an end cap that is attached adjacent to the top of the first rail. The end cap having an attachment portion which attaches to the first rail and a cover portion which covers over the first rail, and extends from the attachment portion. The cover portion having a rag holder. The ladder includes a pad attached to the back of the cover portion which contacts a surface against which the first rail leans down so as not to mar or scratch or damage the surface. An end cap. A method.

Abstract: Various embodiments of ladders, ladder legs, ladder feet, foot mechanisms for ladders, and related methods are provided herein. In one embodiment, a foot is pivotal relative to a leg or rail of the ladder between a first position and at least a second position. A biasing force is applied to the foot to maintain the foot in either of the user-selected positions until a force is applied to pivot the foot to another position. In one embodiment, the foot mechanism maintaining the foot at a desired position may include a pair of pins that couple the foot to another component (e.g., a housing member, an insert member or a rail of the ladder). At least one of the two pins may be displaceable relative to the other pin during pivoting of the foot.

Abstract: Ladders and ladder components are provided including feet for ladders configured for securement of the ladder to a supporting surface, adjustable leg members for ladders, bearing members for ladders, and adjustment mechanisms for ladders. In one embodiment, an adjustment mechanism may include a first pair of spaced apart rails, a pair of adjustable legs having a first end hingedly coupled to one of a pair of adjustment mechanisms and a second end coupled with a foot. The adjustment mechanisms may be slidably coupled with the rails and in one embodiment, each adjustment mechanism is selectively displaceable along a length of its associated rail only when upward force is absent from the adjustment mechanism, the upward force being defined in a direction from a lower end of the associated rail towards the adjustment mechanism.

Abstract: An adjustable panel leg system in a low-profile design includes a foot, an upright leg for supporting an object such as a panel, and an upright adjustment mechanism disposed above the foot and between the foot and the upright leg to enable adjustment of the angle of the upright leg with respect to the foot. The upright adjustment mechanism may include a horizontal pin extending through a portion of the upright leg, such that the upright leg can pivot about the pin with respect to the foot. The upright adjustment mechanism may also include a tubular support extending upwardly from the foot. A portion of the upright leg extends into the opening of the tubular support. The pin extends through the tubular support and the portion of the upright leg such that the leg can pivot within the tubular support.

Abstract: An adapter configured to removably affix to an existing shoe of a ladder provides traction on icy and other surfaces exhibiting similar friction coefficients. Each adapter is provided with a serrated bottom surface in a first embodiment or a spiked bottom surface in a second embodiment to provide superior traction.

Abstract: Improvements to the leg extension of an adjustable ladder leveler and, more generally, improvements to ladder legs. A shoe with a claw that folds to be parallel to the ladder leg and then slides upward with respect to the leg thereby becoming locked into position so that it cannot move away from being parallel so long as weight is applied on the ladder. If the shoe is on an extension, as the shoe slides up, it engages a safety bar that prevents release of the extension.

Abstract: A leg extension apparatus mounted to an existing chair leg to level the chair on an uneven ground is provided. The apparatus includes a bracket assembly having a leg bracket, a first shell bracket coupled to the leg bracket and having a first slot, and a second shell bracket pivotably mounted to the first shell bracket and having a first slot, the first and second shell brackets able to pivotably adjust to an open position to receive the leg of the chair and a closed position to permit the leg of the chair to be enclosed within the first slots of both the first and second shell brackets, and a leg slidably mounted to the leg bracket. The leg slidably adjusts to one of a plurality of locking positions to permit an end of the leg to contact the uneven ground, thereby supporting the chair in a leveled position.

Abstract: A ladder includes a leveler engages a bottom of each side rail for 1) causing extendable legs to move to a level ground-engaging position, 2) causing the legs to lock when both legs engage the ground, and 3) causing the extendable legs to move to a centered/retracted position when lifted from the ground. The leveler includes pawls, links, pinions, and a shaft forming a four-bar linkage for selectively moving the pawls inward to the disengaged position when the pinion and shaft are each freely rotatable, but selectively moving the pawl outward into locking engagement when the shaft resists movement due to ground engagement by both legs. The leveler can be constructed to attach to an inside of the side rails, thus facilitating pre-assembly.

Abstract: The present invention relates to ladders and, more particularly, various configurations of ladders including straight and extension ladders, as well as to methods relating to the use and manufacture of such ladders. In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention, a ladder is provided that includes a first pair of spaced apart rails and a plurality of rungs extending between and coupled to the first pair of spaced apart rails. The ladder also includes a pair of lateral support members, wherein each support member is selectively displaceable in a lateral direction relative to an associated rail. Additionally, the ladder includes a pair of adjustable legs, each leg having a first end slidably coupled to an associated rail of the first pair of spaced apart rails and being slidably coupled to an associated lateral support member.

Abstract: A ladder includes a leveler engages a bottom of each side rail for 1) causing extendable legs to move to a level ground-engaging position, 2) causing the legs to lock when both legs engage the ground, and 3) causing the extendable legs to move to a centered/retracted position when lifted from the ground. The leveler includes pawls, links, pinions, and a shaft forming a four-bar linkage for selectively moving the pawls inward to the disengaged position when the pinion and shaft are each freely rotatable, but selectively moving the pawl outward into locking engagement when the shaft resists movement due to ground engagement by both legs. The leveler can be constructed to attach to an inside of the side rails, thus facilitating pre-assembly.

Abstract: A shoe bracket assembly for attachment to a bottom of a rail ladder has a channel member and a bracket affixed to a side wall of the channel member. The bracket is positioned between end walls of the channel member. The bracket has a central portion with a first flange and a second flange extending outwardly therefrom so as to be affixed to the side wall of the channel member. The bracket has a third flange and a fourth flange extending outwardly from the central portion so as to be in spaced relationship to side wall of the channel member. The lower end of the rail is received within the space. The third and fourth flanges extend in a plane and parallel relationship to a plane of the first and second flanges. The central portion has a hole formed therethrough in axial alignment with the hole of the channel member.

Abstract: A mount system includes two different friction enhancing surfaces that attach to at least one leg of a support structure and form a stable surface area for inhibiting movement by the leg. A mount joins with a terminal end of the leg. The mount includes a first surface having at least one protrusion configured to penetrate the ground surface. The mount also includes a second surface having a frictional surface. The surfaces are reversible, whereby either the first or second surface engages the ground surface depending on the type of ground surface. The mount has a larger surface area than the terminal end to provide additional frictional forces for inhibiting movement of the support structure. A bracket overlays the mount and engages the terminal end. A fastener, such as a quarter turn cam lock enables efficient and fast removal of the bracket for reversing the surfaces.

Abstract: The present invention provides a stabilizer for a hunting stand, which is suitable for use with a ladder stand or a freestanding hunting stand. The stabilizer incorporates two upright members, longitudinal rungs, and a female threaded member joined to the base section of each upright. The stabilizer levels the stand by the use of threaded rods that are inserted into the upright members and are rotatable in the female threaded member. Support plates are hinged at the base of each threaded rod. Typically the stabilizer includes a connector atop each upright, such as connection tubes or swaged connection sections. A stabilizer for and freestanding hunting stand incorporates a first upright member with a connector such as a connection tube or a swaged section at an upper end of the upright member with a nut at the lower end. A threaded rod is rotatable in the nut and is connected to a support plate. Ladder stands incorporating the stabilizer are also disclosed.

Abstract: A ground anchor positively anchors an outdoor implement in place to the ground. The ground anchor comprises an arm defining opposed first and second ends of the arm. The first end is pivotably and directly connected to the implement such that the arm is pivotable with respect to the implement. A spike defines opposed first and second ends of the spike and is arcuate such that the spike is operatively concave with respect to the arm. The first end of the spike is pivotably connected to the second end of the arm such that the spike is rotatable about the second end of the arm. The second end of the spike is adapted to be manually imbedded into the ground at a right or an acute angle with respect to the arm to, thereby, positively anchor the implement in place to the ground with pretension.

Abstract: A ladder stabilizing attachment for a ladder is disclosed. The device is basically made of two or more long variable length stabilizing legs FIGS. (1) and (11) attached to the upper part of a ladder by universal joints FIGS. (9) and (9A), and capable of forming a triangular or multi-angular pyramid with the ladder. The legs can be independently positioned to give greater lateral stability, as well reducing slide out tendency of the ladder base. The foot sockets of the stabilizing legs FIG. (5) are designed to minimize overloading and movement due to ladder flexing. The device is constructed so that it can be built into new ladders, and readily adapted for and fitted to most existing ladders.

Abstract: A device for stabilizing a ladder including a first stabilizing member having a predetermined fixed first length, a second stabilizing member having a predetermined fixed second length, a support structure for being mounted to the ladder at a predetermined location, the support structure being mounted to an upper portion of the first and the second stabilizing member, respectively, the support structure for holding the upper portion of the first and the second stabilizing member in proximity of a first frame rail and a second frame rail of the ladder, respectively, such that the first and the second stabilizing members are rotatable around a first axis oriented substantially parallel to rungs of the ladder, and a connecting member having a predetermined length removable mounted to the first and second stabilizing member at a predetermined distance to the upper portion of the first and second stabilizing member.

Abstract: A convenient ladder stabilization device for holding a ladder in place on a support surface. The device may attach to a lower rung of a ladder and extend and contact the support surface behind the ladder. The device of the present invention acts to secure and stabilize the bottom of the ladder to prevent the base of the ladder from sliding, skidding, or otherwise moving while a user is on the ladder. The present invention further provides for a lightweight and easy to use device that may be removably attached to any conventional ladder. The ladder stabilization device does not require any material alteration to the ladder and thus will not void the warranty of a conventional ladder when used in combination. The present invention improves user safety and reduces the need for having a second individual support the base of the ladder.

Abstract: A device for anchoring a ladder to the ground and a method for setting up a ladder against a standing object is disclosed. The device comprises of two anchoring members, each having a brace member configured for containing and securing one of the ladder legs, adapted for engaging with the ground and adapted for pivoting from a front side to a back side of the anchoring members. In another embodiment, each of the brace members is configured for containing the bottom rung of a ladder for situations where the legs cannot be secured by the brace member. The method for setting up a ladder against a standing object such as a tree comprises of bracing the legs or the bottom rung by the brace members and anchoring the device to the ground while the ladder is laying flat on the ground, then raising the ladder toward the standing object.

Abstract: The present invention relates to ladders and, more particularly, various configurations of ladders including straight and extension ladders, as well as to methods relating to the use and manufacture of such ladders. In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention, a ladder is provided that includes a first pair of spaced apart rails and a plurality of rungs extending between and coupled to the first pair of spaced apart rails. The ladder also includes a pair of lateral support members, wherein each support member is selectively displaceable in a lateral direction relative to an associated rail. Additionally, the ladder includes a pair of adjustable legs, each leg having a first end slidably coupled to an associated rail of the first pair of spaced apart rails and being slidably coupled to an associated lateral support member.

Abstract: A ladder stabilizer having a base plate that engages with a lower portion of the ladder and having a tire receiving portion at an end portion of the base plate. The weight of a vehicle tire on the tire receiving portion provides increased stability to the base plate of the ladder stabilizer. The tire receiving portion can be moved to either side of the base plate and can have a base plate-engaging mechanism on its bottom surface to couple with a mating surface of the base plate. The ladder can be retained by a leg retainer, rung retainer, or other retaining member that is coupled to a ladder retainer attachment portion of the base plate. Preferably, the ladder retainer mechanism includes some type of fastener or tensioning mechanism to secure the lower portion of the ladder to the base plate.

Abstract: Step Ladder Safely Shoe provides security and stability for the base of a ladder and can prevent users from potentially falling off of an unstable ladder. This device acts as shoes (surface-area increasers) for the feet of a step ladder by providing four supportive units into which the ladder's feet can be placed. By using this product, individuals may be able to use a ladder without needing a second person to hold and stabilize the ladder, as well as allowing individuals to easily use the ladder with minimal effort on wet or soft ground.

Abstract: A ladder system is disclosed which allows for stabilizing a ladder on multiple surfaces without the need for a second person or a great deal of setup time. The collapsible ladder system includes a larger ladder section and a smaller ladder strut section which are pivotally connected at a point which is at or below the midpoint of the larger ladder section. The larger ladder section and smaller ladder strut section are connected by a rigid adjustable linkage, or spreader, at a point that is below the pivotable connection. The ladder further includes a means for stability on a variety of surfaces. At the ground contact point, the point where the ladder side rail ends and the ground meet, there are adjustable gripping feet, which can be independently or in combination vertically or angularly adjusted for maximum stability.

Abstract: A ladder safety accessory kit (5) for strait and extension ladders (1) having an upper stabilizer assembly (2) that makes the ladder adaptable to any shaped structure or surface, a lower stabilizer assembly (3) that makes the ladder adjustable to accommodate for uneven ground, a leveling measurement device (4) that allows a user to quickly and easily determine that the ladder is level and angled correctly and a storage tray (36) that provides a storage area for tools and other items. The ladder safety accessory kit may be integrated with new ladders or used to retrofit existing ladders.

Abstract: A ladder constructed for reaching an elevated surface or object and having a bow-shaped configuration so that the reach may extend further from the base on which the footing of the ladder rests, the ladder being configured to reach areas such as the roof of a vehicle.

Abstract: A stabilizing mechanism for rigid fixed and extension ladders that includes an anchorage assembly removably mounted to one of the rungs of a ladder. A linkage assembly is mounted to the anchorage assembly and it supports a rigid elongated member that in turn pivotally supports two arched arm members that are selectively locked in place by a locking assembly that can be remotely actuated. The arm members embrace a support member thereby providing a firm engagement of the ladder assembly to the support member. A release mechanism remotely disengages the ladder from the support member once a user descends.

Abstract: The Side-Security-Ladder 26 is the first stabilizer with multiple uses for Extension Ladder 24 that focuses on the security area. The stabilizer will allow people to climb up and down the Extension Ladder 24 in a safe, stable and confident way and not need another person to hold the Extension Ladder 24. It has the versatility of turning 360°. It can move from 90° vertical to 90° horizontal. It can also extend from 2 to 3 feet and it has a shoe that pivots up to 30°. The Side-Security-Ladder 26 can be adjusted to aluminum and fiber glass Extension Ladder 24. All of these versatilities are done in a safe way. The Side-Security-Ladder 26 can be used on any place of the side (lateral) legs of the Extension Ladder 24, against the walls, floors, roofs and eaves. The Side-Security-Ladder 26 has two individual legs that can be adjusted to one's necessities.

Abstract: A self-adjusting ladder leveling device includes a first locking member attached to the ladder, and a second locking member movably associated with the first locking member. First and second legs extend outwardly from the second locking member toward a supporting surface. The second locking member slidably moves in relation to the first locking member as either the first or second leg is engaged with the surface. When both the first and second legs are engaged with the surface, the second locking member is moved into locked engagement with the first locking member, so as to maintain the ladder in a level state. When the first and/or second leg is removed from engagement with the supporting surface, the second locking member is released and is free to move with respect to the first locking member again.

Abstract: A multiple phase buck converter or boost converter, or buck-boost converter has an inductor in each phase. The inductors are inversely coupled. In a first embodiment, the converter includes a toroidal magnetic core with inductors extending under and over opposite sides of the toroidal magnetic core. The coupled inductors are thereby inversely coupled and have a relatively low ohmic resistance. In a second embodiment, the converter comprises a ladder-shaped magnetic core (i.e. having parallel sides, and connecting rungs). In this case, the inductors extend under the sides, and over the rungs. Each inductor is disposed over a separate rung. The ladder-shaped magnetic core is preferably disposed flat on a circuit board. Inverse coupling and low ohmic resistance are also provided in the second embodiment having the ladder structure.

Abstract: A ladder system comprises first and second rails with at least one rung connected between and perpendicular to both rails. First and second non-linear rail slots are located adjacent the bottom of the respective rails. Also, the ladder system comprises first and second ladder shoes. First and second bolts extend through the first and second shoes, respectively, and the first and second slots, respectively, to moveably connect the first and second shoes to the first and second rails, respectively, with both slots of a shape so that each shoe can move about the bottom of each respective rail and each respective rail can rotate relative to each respective shoe inside each respective shoe without interference occurring between the rails and shoes.

Abstract: A safety attachment for a ladder of the type which comprises a pair of spaced apart parallel side rails and a plurality of rungs extending between the side rails. The safety attachment includes a pair of tubular members, each of which is secured to a corresponding one of the side rails of the ladder. Two extension arms are also provided. One end of each of the extension arms has a friction pad secured thereto. The other end of each extension arm is pivotally attached to the top end of a corresponding one of the tubular members.

Abstract: A ladder leveling accessory system for leveling a ladder on sloped, uneven, or rough surfaces includes a pair of leg extensions held to the rails of the ladder by two sets of bands coupled to the rails of the ladder. The leg extensions are secured in place by a spring loaded handle extending through both leg extensions, the upper bands and the rails of the ladder. In a preferred embodiment, each leg extension includes a pivoting foot having a gripping portion for facilitating secure placement of the foot on a surface.

Abstract: A ladder levelling device includes a housing, a telescopic member and a lever. The lever is positioned within an interior cavity of the telescopic member. The lever has a mounting end and a gripping end. The mounting end of the lever is pivotally mounted at a ground engaging end of the telescopic member. The gripping end of the lever is accessible through a lever access opening at a handgrip end of the telescopic member. A locking pin is carried by the lever. The lever is pivotable between a locking position and a release position. In the locking position the locking pin carried by the lever extends through an aperture in the telescopic member and engages one of a plurality of apertures in the housing. In the release position the locking pin is retracted from the apertures in the housing.

Abstract: A pump jack base (10) for a pole (12) of a pump jack scaffold (14) comprising a base plate (16). A facility (18) is for securing the base plate (16) to a generally flat support surface (20). A structure (22) is for holding a lower end of the pole (12) of the pump jack scaffold (14). An assembly (24) is for attaching the holding structure (22) to the base plate (16) in an adjustable manner. The pole (12) can be positioned within one hundred and eighty degree angle with respect to the base plate (16) to compensate for the pitch and slope of the generally flat support surface (20).

Abstract: A ladder leveling device is provided with an integrally formed tubular guide, a locking mechanism, a support shaft and a pivot foot. The tubular guide is attached to a ladder through its base portion. A guide bore is provided in the tubular guide for receiving the support shaft which may slide within the guide bore. A locking mechanism is housed in a lock portion of the tubular guide. The locking mechanism locks the support shaft in a fixed position relative to the tubular guide. The lock portion of the tubular guide protects the locking mechanism from foreign objects and reduces the risk of accidental release. A hole is provided on the side and rear surfaces of the lock portion for operating the locking mechanism and further increasing the safety and ease of use of the invention.

Abstract: A safety extension attached to the two ladder stiles and extending outwardly therefrom. Each extension is attached at two spaced locations along a ladder stile and terminates outwardly and downwardly in a V-shaped junction to which a stabilizing foot is attached.

Abstract: A ladder stabilizing system including a pair of mounting assemblies coupled to a lower end of a ladder. Further provided are a pair of stabilizing mechanisms slidably engaged with respect to the mounting assemblies. A pair of feet are pivotally coupled to an associated stabilizing mechanism at a lower end thereof. The feet are adapted to pivot within a plane common to a plane defined by the vertical members of the ladder. Also included is a ladder shoe accessory comprising an elongated member having a rectangular configuration with a lower face and an upper face with a pair of elongated side faces integrally coupled between side edges of the lower face and upper face thereby defining an elongated slot. The upper face further has an elongated slit formed therein and extended between a pair of open ends of the ladder shoe accessory. The feet are adapted to be situated within the elongated slot of the first shoe accessory.

Abstract: The present invention provides a ladder stabilizing and leveling device (21) that includes an outer housing (41) substantially fixed with respect to a ladder rail (29), and an inner housing (41) that is movable within the outer housing (41) from a retracted position to an extended position. The present invention includes a positive locking engagement system wherein the greater the force applied to the ladder rail (29), the greater the force applied to the locking engagement between the outer housing (41) and the inner housing (21). A safety bar (117) interconnects a support foot (27) and a lock block (73) wherein force applied to the support foot (27) locks the lock block (73) in position. The present invention also includes a retraction spring (53) that continually applies an upward biasing force on the inner housing (71).

Abstract: An improved level ladder and safety device (10) for a ladder (12) of the type having a pair of side rails (14) with a plurality of connecting rungs (16). The device (10) comprises a pair of slider members (18), each of which is sized to fit against one of the side rails (14) of the ladder (12) at a lower end thereof in an adjustable manner. A facility (20) is for retaining each of the slider members (18) to each of the side rails (14) of the ladder (12), so that the ladder (12) can stand upright in a stationary safe position upon an uneven terrain (22).

Abstract: A device for stabilizing an aluminum or fiberglass type ladder on a level or uneven surface comprises a pair of frames that attach to either side of the ladder by means of rods inserted through the rungs of the ladder. The rods improve the structural integrity of the ladder by preventing twisting. Legs that slide within the frames may be independently adjusted to the desired height. Feet attached to the legs swivel to any angle, maximizing contact with the surface, even when the ladder is being raised or lowered. The feet are equipped with hard rubber cleats for use on almost any terrain. Electrically non-conductive bushings isolate the ladder from the ground, minimizing the possibility of electrical shock.

Abstract: A ladder stabilizing device for attached to the lower end of a ladder rail. The device is incrementally adjustable to compensate for irregularities in a ladder supporting surface and has a support base including spaced apart front and rear legs to provide sound footing for the ladder. The support base is pivotal between a ladder supporting position and a storage position.

Abstract: An apparatus and method of leveling a ladder, having hollow side rails, on an uneven surfaces using at least one leveling device. Support members, support holes and securing bolts maintain the leveling device at a desired height when disposed within the side rail of a ladder. A gripper foot, attached to the leveling device, provides a secure footing for the leveling device and the ladder its connected to.

Abstract: A new and improved ladder leveling device comprising a gear box having a plurality of gears coupled to an interior of the gear box on shafts. The shaft of a lowest gear extends outwardly of the gear box. A crank couples with the outwardly extending shaft of the lowest gear. The crank serves to rotate the lowest gear thereby collectively rotating the plurality of gears. A pin selectively couples with an uppermost gear and extends outwardly of the left wall. The pin serves to selectively engage or disengage the three gears. A plate is secured to a lower portion of the gear box. The plate serves to support the ladder's leg. Included in the device is a vertical rack having a plurality of teeth thereon. The vertical rack is secured within the gear box. The plurality of teeth engage the plurality of gears and are optionally raised or lowered by the rotation of the gears when the pin is disengaged. A foot pad is pivotally coupled with the vertical rack.

Abstract: A stepladder stabilizer comprising a telescopically adjustable leg having an upper end and a lower end; a coupling mechanism for coupling the upper end of the leg to a stepladder and allowing the leg to be pivoted and rotated with respect the stepladder; limiting means for limiting the extent to which the leg can be pivoted and rotated; and a foot pivotally coupled to the lower end of the leg and having a gripping mechanism extended downwards therefrom for preventing the foot from slipping when placed on a recipient surface.

Abstract: A ladder having legs having lower ends, has a safety foot pivotally connected to each lower end. Each safety foot has a hinge having two plates one of which is secured to the ladder foot and the other of which is secured to the lower end of the ladder leg. One of the hinge plates supports a stop surface that contacts a stop surface supported by the other hinge plate when the foot is at right angles to the ladder leg. The foot is releasably retained in a position parallel to the ladder leg. The releasible retainer is hook and eye fabric one element of which is connected to the lower end of the ladder leg and the other element of which is connected to the foot. The hinge plate is integral with a member that extends along the lower end of the leg, one element of the hook and eye fabric being fixedly secured at one end between this member and the leg and being free at another end thereof. One of the stop surfaces is provided by a member that is L-shaped to surround the hinge.