Abstract: An adjustable standoff for a platform hoist that can withstand hoisting objects along a track to a predetermined height weighing up to 500 pounds. The adjustable standoff for a platform hoist includes: (1) a frame having two side assemblies with hooks to attach the standoff to only the rungs and thereby avoid blocking the side rails that act as the track for the hoist; (2) two legs that are able to adjusted radially within the plane of the side assemblies so that the standoff can withstand the force exerted by loads weighing 500 pounds being hoisted up; and (3) an anchor section to securely fasten the hoist to the structure to avoid the hoist sliding down the ridge of the roof and allowing the heavy loads to crash to the ground with potentially catastrophic consequences for both the structure and the operators below.

Abstract: Methods, systems and apparatuses for providing high electrical resistance for an upper control assembly (including control handles) of an aerial lift are provided through an isolation member that is integral to the upper control assembly and interposed between fluid lines in the control assembly and a set of fluid conduits that extend from the control assembly towards other portions of the aerial lift. The isolation member is a dielectric element that comprises a manifold that is made of material that is substantially electrically non-conductive, and that has a plurality of through-holes or hoses configured to allow hydraulic fluid to flow through the isolation member into and out of the fluid lines and conduits. These methods, systems and apparatuses are preferably used in upper control assemblies of aerial platforms that can carry one or more operators in order to prevent such operators from electrocution when controlling the lift.

Abstract: A blade access system (24) includes a support frame (28) configured to be coupled to a nacelle (14) of a wind turbine (10), the support frame (28) having at least one connecting member (42) configured to be selectively attached to and detached from at least one connecting member (40) included with the nacelle (14). A nacelle (14) includes at least one connecting member (40) configured to be coupled to at least one connecting member (42) of a support frame (28) of a blade access system (24). The at least one support frame connecting member (42) is configured to cooperate with the at least one nacelle connecting member (40) to define an unlocked position which is configured to allow the support frame (28) to attach to and detach from the nacelle (14), and a locked position which is configured to prevent the support frame (28) from detaching from the nacelle (28). A method of connecting the blade access system (24) to the nacelle (14) is also disclosed.

Abstract: Ladders and ladder components are provided including a rung assembly that provides an alert to a user of the ladder that they are standing on a particular rung or step. In one example, the lower most rung or step of a ladder includes a rung assembly having an alert mechanism. The alert mechanism may provide an audible and/or other sensory alert to a user when they step on the rung assembly so that the user recognizes their position relative to the ground or supporting surface. In one embodiment, the rung assembly is configured such that a front edge remains in a constant or fixed position relative to the rails to which it is coupled so that a user can rely on a fixed or constant position of the front edge of the assembly when climbing or descending the ladder.

Abstract: The disclosure includes a stabilizing device comprising a shell and a base located on a bottom portion of the shell, wherein the base may be configured to contact a ground surface. In some embodiments, the stabilizing device includes a first face extending at an angle with respect to the base, the first face comprising a first upper ledge and a first lower section, a second face extending at an angle with respect to the base and the first face, the second face comprising a second upper ledge and a second lower section. In some embodiments, the first and second face are configured to support at least one object. The stabilizing device may include a foot located along the base and a foam rubber pad configured to removably couple to the foot.

Abstract: A splicing step device includes a first step body and a second step body. A height of the first step body is different from a height of the second step body, and the first step body is configured by splicing. The splicing step device is detachable, which reduces a space occupied by the splicing step device during storage and transportation, and reduces storage costs as well as transportation costs.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a controller configured to initiate attachment of a first locking bar of a transport container to a first anchor point of a structure by adjusting the first locking bar from a first unlocked state to a first locked state. The controller is also configured to confirm a locking of the first locking bar to the first anchor point. The controller is further configured to, in response to confirming the locking, initiate a release of a second locking bar of the transport container from a second anchor point by adjusting the second locking bar from a second locked state to a second unlocked state.

Abstract: An apparatus for accessing an interior of a fuselage assembly. A tower having a number of platform levels may be driven into a selected tower position within an assembly area. The interior of the fuselage assembly may be accessed using the number of platform levels.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a stepladder. The stepladder includes a ladder top having a surface having a front side and a rear side and a left side and a right side and a front side flange and a rear side flange and a left side flange and a right side flange. The stepladder includes a conduit holder slot for holding tubing, pipe and conduit. The conduit holder slot extends along the length of the surface and in the surface's right side and the left side. The conduit holder slot has a cross-section in the ladder top which is non-symmetrical. The stepladder includes a front section. The stepladder includes a rear section. A method for cutting a tube.

Abstract: A modular construction shelter for protecting workers and equipment or building materials adjacent a building wall. The shelter comprises a plurality of substantially identical lightweight panels that can be interconnected interchangeably into wall and roof sections. Each panel comprises a rectangular frame of flat-edged frame members covered by a lightweight sheet of flexible weatherproof cover material such as clear plastic, with interconnection features such as aligned bores for clips or bolts formed through the frame members behind the plastic sheeting to secure the panels to one another. Each flexible weatherproof cover includes an overlap flap of the sheet material extending beyond lower and first-side edges of the frame, the overlap flap including interior-facing fastener material to mate with corresponding exterior-facing fastener material formed on the outside faces of the upper and second-side frame members of adjacent panels.

Abstract: A toolbox may be temporarily attached to a stepladder, and may provide convenient places to hold small parts, large parts, or tools. It may be configured with two compartments, one for smaller parts, and one for larger parts or tools.

Abstract: A paint accessory attachment for a stepladder includes a central housing removably fit over the top shelf of the stepladder, the central housing including an upper wall and inner side walls extending downwardly therefrom; a bottom wall extending outwardly from lower ends of the inner side walls; outer side walls extending upwardly from outer edges of the bottom wall; a circular paint can holding area on the upper wall; spaced apart pairs of vertical outer guide walls at inner surfaces of the outer side walls to form a first slot between each pair; spaced apart pairs of vertical inner guide walls secured to outer surfaces of the inner side walls in alignment with the outer guide walls to form a second slot between each pair, and dividers selectively positioned within selected first and second slots to form adjustable compartments between the inner side walls and the outer side walls.

Abstract: A carriage with two hexapod platforms, each having a base, a plate, and a set of six cylinders associated in pairs. Each cylinder is articulatedly mounted with the plate. For each pair, a slider is able to move in translation on the base. For a first pair, the two cylinders of the first pair are mounted in an articulated manner on the slider. The articulation of one of the two cylinders of the first pair with the plate is adjacent to the articulation of one of the two cylinders of a second pair with the plate. The articulation of the other of the two cylinders of the first pair with the plate is adjacent to the articulation of one of the two cylinders of a third pair with the plate. For each slider, a movement system moves the slider. A control unit controls each cylinder and the movement system.

Abstract: A ladder tray assembly includes a case that has a recess integrated therein. A lid is hingedly coupled to the case for opening and closing the case. A pole is extendable through the case and the pole is inserted into a rung of a ladder thereby mounting the case to the ladder. A case member is coupled to and extends away from the case and a grip is coupled to the case member. The grip extends around the pole when the pole is extended through the case and the grip extends around the rung through which the pole is extended. A pair of storage units is each attachable to the lid when the lid is in an open position to facilitate tools stored in the storage units to be accessible to a user.

Abstract: Novel tool tray systems and devices. In at least one exemplary embodiment of a tray of the present disclosure, the tray comprises an interior tray section configured to receive one or more items, the interior tray at least partially surrounded by at least one sidewall having a height, a first ramp portion in communication with the interior tray section, the first ramp portion defining a sloping surface that extends from the interior tray section to a top of the at least one sidewall, wherein the at least one tray is configured to be secured to an inner lip of an aerial bucket liner.

Abstract: A configurable ladder system that can be configured into any of a plurality of different ladder configuration modes and methods for manufacturing and using same. The configurable ladder system includes at least one side rail and at least one support member and can be configured into any of a plurality of different ladder configuration modes. Each support member is disposed on a relevant side rail or on an optional adjustable rail. Depending upon a selected ladder configuration mode of the configurable ladder system, two or more of the support members can be configured to engage respective support regions within an intended work environment of the configurable ladder system. Thereby, the configurable ladder system advantageously can be readily adapted for use within a wide range of different purposes within a large number of a different work environments while enhancing user safety.

Abstract: A tray and tool case that is hung from the rungs of a ladder or scaffold or closed and carried with tools inside. User may safely and securely store tools on or within the device while engaged in construction projects without climbing off a ladder or scaffold. The device consists of a tray surface with tool openings and rear support leg with tool openings and tool straps, connected to each other with secure fasteners and folding fasteners with locking pins. Three side walls of the tray surface are raised to prevent loss of tools. The device is secured in an open position with secure fasteners like screws, folding fasteners, and locking pins. The closed case is secured with push pin locks after the folding fasteners are folded down but may be opened when the push pink locks are disengaged and the curved opening is used to pull the device open.

Abstract: A ladder safety lock disclosed herein includes a rod adapted for insertion through a ladder rung and at least one hinged flap attached an end of the rod that is configured for attachment to a free-standing secure structure, such as a portion of a roof or wall.

Abstract: A tilting support or work bucket, or apparatus for an aerial lift including a support frame for supporting an operator. The support frame can have a seat for supporting the operator when in an upright position and a chest support having a portion above and forward of the seat for supporting a chest of the operator when in a forwardly downward tilted position while allowing arms of the operator to extend forwardly out of the support frame. A support member can be pivotably mounted to the support frame at a pivot joint that is located at an upper portion of the support frame when the support frame is in the upright position, for pivotably supporting the support frame. An actuator can be included for positionably rotating the support frame relative to the support member about the pivot joint between the upright position and the forwardly downward tilted position.

Abstract: The shingle installation jack devices may be mounted once at a first roof level, providing support for the walk board. When installation or repair of the shingles is complete at the first level of the roof, the shingle installation jack devices may be operated in tandem to raise the level of the walk board to a second level of the roof. Shingle installation and/or repair may then be carried out at this second roof level without the need to re-mount the walk board supports at the second level. The shingle installation jack devices may also be run in reverse to lower the walk boards. The shingle installation device includes a frame and utilizes a winch motor to adjust the effective length of a cable and thus adjustably raise or lower the walk boards to any desired roof level.

Abstract: An elevator car with special measures for evacuation has several side walls, a floor and a ceiling, which together enclose an interior of the elevator car. The elevator car has a flap arranged on one of the side walls and a ladder for evacuating persons from the interior of the elevator car. The flap is movable between a closed state, in which the flap blocks access from the interior of the elevator car to an area behind the flap, and an open state, in which access is possible from the interior of the elevator car to the area behind the flap. The flap has a height less than the height of the side walls. In the closed state of the flap, the ladder is arranged in the area behind the flap. The ladder is removable from behind the flap and can be increased in length for the evacuation.

Abstract: A roof rack side ladder system is provided with a ladder assembly, a roof rack mounting assembly, and a bumper bracket. The roof rack mounting assembly attaches the upper ladder portion of the ladder assembly to the roof rack of a vehicle and provides for a dual pivot attachment of the ladder assembly to the roof rack for absorbing suspension forces while the vehicle is in transit. The bumper bracket attaches the lower ladder portion of the ladder assembly to the side bumper wing of a vehicle.

Abstract: Mounting plates for elevating platforms, including a mounting apparatus with interior and exterior reinforcement components elongated vertically. The interior reinforcement piece includes an embedded bolt that extends from the interior reinforcement piece, through a wall of the platform, and through the exterior reinforcement component. The interior and exterior reinforcement components have a stepped construction to convert peel stress to shear stress.

Abstract: A container assembly or paint container assembly with an integral scraper and brush holder configured to hold a brush, wipe excess paint from the brush or bristles, and suspend the container assembly, is disclosed. The container assembly comprises a liquid holding portion, a scraper member, one or more brush holders, a first handle member, and a second handle member. The liquid holding portion comprises a rectangular base and at least four upright walls extend flaringly from the base. The scraper member comprises a plurality of ribs protruding from an inner side of at least one upright wall and the brush holders are disposed at an inner side of at least two upright walls. The first handle member hingedly attached to an upper portion of the opposing upright walls, and the second handle member extends from an opposite end of at least one upright wall, exteriorly.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a commode aid for providing support to a user when the user leans over a toilet. The commode aide includes: (1) a front leg assembly including a left front leg and a right front leg; (2) a rear leg assembly including a left rear leg and a right rear leg; (3) a left armrest and a right armrest, wherein said left armrest is attached to the left front leg and the left rear leg and said right armrest is attached to the right front leg and the right rear leg; and (4) a horizontal support brace removably mounted to the left front leg and the right front leg, configured to be positioned between a toilet seat and a toilet tank and to provide support for the front leg assembly of the commode aid.

Abstract: A ladder having a plane having a periphery. The plane having a body opening to receive a body of an impact driver and a trigger recess extending from the body opening to receive a trigger of the impact driver. The body opening conforming to a shape of the body and the trigger recess conforming to the shape of the trigger. The body opening and the trigger recess holding the impact driver when the impact driver is placed on the top. A ladder top. A method for using an impact driver with a ladder.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein describe systems and methods for a lighting device that is configured to couple with the end of a ladder. The lighting device may be configured to illuminate a room within a building with different types of light being projected in different, predetermined directions. Therefore, a firefighter within the building may be able to determine the location of the ladder even if heavy smoke is positioned within the building. Accordingly, the firefighter may be able to enter the building quicker because the firefighter may not have to bring an extra light, while also allowing the firefighter to exit the building quicker.

Abstract: A mountable fabric having a first fabric section having a first fabric end, and a second fabric section having a second fabric end opposite the first fabric end. The fabric having a fabric seam coupled between the first fabric section and the second fabric section. The fabric having a plurality of pockets coupled to the first fabric section. A first locking mechanism secured to the first fabric end, and a second locking mechanism secured to the second fabric end, wherein when the mountable fabric is folded along the fabric seam the first locking mechanism is couplable to the second locking mechanism.

Abstract: A temporary maintenance enclosure for the maintenance of at least part of a turbine blade, the enclosure comprises a platform arranged, in use, to border at least part of the circumference of a blade in need of maintenance; at least one wall and a roof which are carried by the platform; the at least one wall extending from the platform; wherein said roof extends from the wall towards the blade; and wherein the enclosure further comprises a flexible sheath which seals onto the blade to provide a sealed volume for maintenance of said blade.

Abstract: A stepladder having a front side, a rear side and a top. The stepladder can include a conduit holder attached to the front side for holding conduit. The stepladder can include a first wire spool holder attached to the front side and a second wire spool holder attached to the rear side though which a conduit having a wire spool extends. The stepladder can include a hacksaw hook attached to the front side. A method for cutting a conduit. A method for using a hacksaw. A method for obtaining wire.

Abstract: Novel tool tray systems and devices. In at least one exemplary embodiment of a tray of the present disclosure, the tray comprises an interior tray section configured to receive one or more items, the interior tray at least partially surrounded by at least one sidewall having a height, a first ramp portion in communication with the interior tray section, the first ramp portion defining a sloping surface that extends from the interior tray section to a top of the at least one sidewall, wherein the at least one tray is configured to be secured to an inner lip of an aerial bucket liner.

Abstract: A system for removing shingles on a roof is provided. One embodiment includes a navigational apparatus for traversing the roof and a roof shingle removal apparatus attached to the navigational apparatus for removing the shingles. The improved removal apparatus pries existing shingles from the roof, and then stores the shingles in a debris bin before emptying the shingles in a precise location.

Abstract: A storage-receptacle for attachment to a ladder; the storage-receptacle includes a tray-housing having a tray-capacity, four tray-sides, a tray-base and an open-top; and an attachment-means fixedly-attached to one of the four tray-sides configured to secure the storage-receptacle to a top-step of the ladder. The storage-receptacle is useful for providing easily accessible tools for a user.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a working platform mounted within a nacelle of the wind turbine during a repair procedure. More specifically, the working platform may be mounted to a bedplate within the nacelle in an area where one or more drivetrain component(s) would normally be during operation of the wind turbine, but have been removed due to repair or replacement thereof.

Abstract: Mounting plates for elevating platforms, including a mounting plate with interior and exterior reinforcement pieces elongated vertically and with rounded corners; a single-piece mounting plate inserted through slots in the platform wall; and a single-piece mounting plate with top and side tabs that wrap around the platform exterior to transform tension stress into shear stress.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a hunting blind. The hunting blind, in one embodiment, includes a base structure configured to support the weight of a human. The hunting blind, in this embodiment, further includes one or more sidewall structures coupleable to the base structure, at least one of the one or more sidewall structures configured to slant outwardly from the base structure.

Abstract: Assembly process of a telescopic tower (100) including at least one prefabricated concrete section, comprising the following steps: providing sections (2,4,6,8,10) in an initial position wherein superimposed sections are disposed coaxially within a base section (10); providing assembly means (14,16,18); providing operator support means (20) on the external surface of said base section (10) essentially vertically in correspondence with the upper edge of said base section (10); lifting the innermost superimposed section (2,4,6,8) radially from those that are in the initial position forming a joint between the lower end portion of said superimposed section (2,4,6,8) which is being lifted and the upper end portion of the radially external and immediately adjacent section (4,6,8,10); providing in said joint anchoring devices for immobilizing at least provisionally the corresponding sections (2,4,6,8,10) between one another.

Abstract: An air conditioning crane boom assembly having a number of mounting feet that removably secure the assembly to the rungs of a stepladder. Braces extend from these feet to a boom that extends horizontally away from the rungs of the stepladder. A pulley or a winch may be attached to the base of the boom, near the rungs of the stepladder, and the boom extends away from the stepladder to facilitate safe and stable lifting of loads such as air-conditioner components.

Abstract: An equipment tower having a ladder formed of a plurality of ladder segments each joined to a respective tower segment by a pivotal connection prior to the tower segments being stacked during erection of the tower. The pivotal connection provides a degree of freedom of movement which facilitates the interconnection of adjoining ends of the ladder segments after stacking of the tower segments. Additional accommodation of as-built spacing of the adjacent ends of the ladder segments may be provided by a connecting segment. The pivotal connection may be a rod inserted through a rung of the ladder and supported by a support assembly attached to the tower segment.

Abstract: A debris netting system configured to installation on a working deck to provide a vertical barrier or wall to protect against the spread of debris, overspray, concrete, and the like. The system includes plurality of spaced apart brackets attached to the working deck with a mesh liner or net attached to and disposed between adjacent brackets. The brackets include vertically extending poles each having a pulley system to attach, retain, and adjust the height of the net. Each pole may have two pulley systems to accommodate a plurality of nets extending away from each bracket. The system is modular to form a series of debris nets to form a wall or barrier that can conform to the geometry of a particular working deck or other area require debris containment.

Abstract: The platform includes a base support that can be clamped to a boat railing and extendable support arms that support a work platform. Methods of manufacturing the platform are also disclosed.

Abstract: A fall arresting/prevention safety protection device for aerial lifts that delivers notifications and warnings to individuals who are subject to accidental falls or other safety hazards when performing construction or the like or when operating elevating construction machinery such as aerial lift work platforms, bucket trucks and similar type elevating work platforms. The invention further provides a load sensor that when activated transmits an emergency signal to operators, supervisors and emergency personnel. The present invention further provides a remote control to access and control movement of the aerial lift through a wireless transmission in the event the lift operator falls out of or is ejected from the bucket or work platform.

Abstract: The invention relates to a bridge that is for use with a scaffolding standard. The standard may comprise of an elongate pipe to which there is secured at least one rosette of a kind that presents a plurality of apertures about the pipe at which a connection to said standard can be established by other scaffolding components. The bridge is capable of connection to said rosette at at least two said apertures, said bridge allowing a scaffolding component to be secured thereto to be positioned and supported by said bridge at a location not catered for by any aperture of said rosette.

Abstract: Novel tool tray systems and devices. In at least one exemplary embodiment of a tray of the present disclosure, the tray comprises an interior tray section configured to receive one or more items, the interior tray at least partially surrounded by at least one sidewall having a height, a first ramp portion in communication with the interior tray section, the first ramp portion defining a sloping surface that extends from the interior tray section to a top of the at least one sidewall, wherein the at least one tray is configured to be secured to an inner lip of an aerial bucket liner.

Abstract: An extendible lateral support arm having at least two elongate arm members coupled together and displaceable relative each other. The first arm defines a first end of the extendible arm. The second arm defines a second end of the extendible arm. The distance between the first end and the second end is variable. The first end presents a first head that can engage a building structure. The second end presents a second head that can be secured to an adjacent structure.

Abstract: A pull hitch assembly for an agricultural implement having a tool bar coupled with and extending transverse to the pull hitch assembly. The pull hitch assembly includes first and second tube members, a hose carrier track and a tunnel. The second tube member is partially slidingly disposed within the first tube member. The hose carrier track is operatively coupled to both the first tube member and the tube second member. The tunnel is coupled to the first tube member. At least part of the hose carrier track is movable within the tunnel as the first tube member and the second tube member are moved relative to each other.

Abstract: The described apparatus relates to a storage tray for a ladder, in particular a runged stepladder, wherein the storage tray has at least one compartment into which objects can be placed, and has a first receiver for a first element of a buckle closure, which can be attached on the storage tray.

Abstract: A system for installing shingles on a roof is provided. One embodiment includes a navigational apparatus for traversing the roof and a roof shingle installation apparatus attached to the navigational apparatus for installing the shingles. The roof shingle installation apparatus is designed to remove a shingle from a bundle of shingles, and position the shingle, and fasten it to the roof.

Abstract: A self-contained swimming pool for containment of water and generation of water currents therein for exercise, therapy and/or rehabilitation of a user comprising a rigid frame exteriorly located in relation to an inner water containment area. A set of water return channels in communication with the inner water containment area. A propulsion system in communication with the set of water return channels and the inner water containment area. A hydraulic system for driving the propulsion system using a hydraulic fluid to produce a current in the inner water containment area allowing positioning of a user in the current for exercise, therapy and or rehabilitation therein and wherein the hydraulic system is self-contained and mounted external of the rigid frame.

Abstract: A stretching tool and method for post-surgery patient recovery is disclosed having a bag design to enclose a patient's foot for stretching exercises with incremental ladder like grips or handles positioned on a pair of longer straps. The least amount of stretch generated by grabbing the inner most straps or grips and greatest amount of stretch generated by grabbing the straps or grips outermost. The dual laddered straps facilitate a controlled and symmetrical self-stretch which inhibits protective responses, yielding a superior stretch. The incremental handles and grips to the long straps accommodate any height/size of patient. The grips promote increased relaxation while being able to apply force necessary for stretch. The stretching tool inhibits protective responses which are highly beneficial for the painful joint that requires motion and stretching post knee and hip arthroplasty. The straps and grips may be conveniently enclosed in the bag during non-use.