Abstract: The collapsible sawhorse comprises a cross tie, a first vertical support member, and a second vertical support member. The collapsible sawhorse may be a sawhorse that separates and collapses for transportation and storage. When assembled, the collapsible sawhorse may be used to elevate and support a project. The collapsible sawhorse may be used in pairs to elevate both ends of the project. As non-limiting examples, the project may be a construction material such as a board to be sawed, a temporary work surface such as a sheet of plywood, or a tool such as a chop saw. The collapsible sawhorse may be fastenerless in that the collapsible sawhorse may be assembled and disassembled without using tools.

Abstract: A horizontal stand assembly enables a user to mount a target for shooting which can be easily repaired, relocated or stored. The horizontal stand assembly includes a first bracket connected to a second bracket where each bracket has an offset trapezoidal shape with a front angled cavity which angles backward and is offset from a rear angled cavity which angles frontward such that each bracket can accommodate a front post in the front angled cavity and a rear post in the rear angled cavity. Each bracket further comprises a horizontal cavity such that horizontal posts can be placed through each horizontal cavity connecting the first bracket to the second bracket such that the target can be hung from the horizontal posts without deflecting.

Abstract: A work bench support bracket with first and second opposed, generally upright sockets for receiving wood members is joined to first and second telescopically intereonnectible, generally horizontal sockets, respectively. First and second clamping sets are also joined to the first and second generally upright sockets, respectively. Each of the clamping sets comprises an upper releasable chimp and a fixed lower brace member. The upper releasable clamp comprises a grip pivotably attached to the upright socket, a connector extending from the grip, and a handle pivotably connected to the connector. The work bench support bracket provides for the secure attachment of the wood members and reduces the likelihood of an accidental release of the wood members.

Abstract: A lightweight, portable scaffold system has at least two support members which bear a platform. The support members have a Y-shaped base. Independently, adjustable legs attach to the arms of the Y and allow the support member to stand level on uneven ground. A support arm cantilevers from the stem of the Y. The support arm of each support member contacts a vertical surface and bears the platform. The scaffold structure is constructed of hollow stock to reduce its weight and can be dismantled and stored in a duffle bag.

Abstract: An expandable and collapsible platform system for providing a portable elevated platform for a user has a generally “A” shaped platform support member. A first vertical leg is attached to a second vertical leg via a top base and a plurality of fixed horizontal rungs. The fixed horizontal rungs incrementally increase in width from top to bottom. The first vertical leg has a first vertical leg extension and the second vertical leg has a second vertical leg extension. A horizontal beam has an engagement component for interfacing with a stationary vertical support surface with a hinge mounted to a top base. A planar flooring member is located on a top base top surface and a horizontal beam top surface.

Abstract: Brackets for photovoltaic (“PV”) modules are described. In one embodiment, a saddle bracket has a mounting surface to support one or more PV modules over a tube, a gusset coupled to the mounting surface, and a mounting feature coupled to the gusset to couple to the tube. The gusset can have a first leg and a second leg extending at an angle relative to the mounting surface. Saddle brackets can be coupled to a torque tube at predetermined locations. PV modules can be coupled to the saddle brackets. The mounting feature can be coupled to the first gusset and configured to stand the one or more PV modules off the tube.

Abstract: A scaffolding system provided with standards each with an imaginary standard longitudinal central axis, first ledgers each with two extremities, first ledger couplings each connected at the extremity of a first ledger to the first ledger and which are configured for connecting the extremity of the first ledger to a standard, supporting projections which, viewed in the direction of the standard longitudinal central axis, are provided at regular distances on the outer surface of a said standard, wherein with a first ledger in a condition coupled to a standard, the first ledger coupling of the respective first ledger rests on a said supporting projection. Also, a coupling, a ledger and a standard intended for such a scaffolding system are disclosed.

Abstract: An improved sawhorse having an elongated body with a channel formed in an upper working surface thereof. The sawhorse also includes a ledger that is sized and shaped to be seated within the channel and a clamp that is operable to secure the ledger to the elongated body. The elongated body further includes a plurality of receptacles that are adapted to receive a corresponding plurality of support legs.

Abstract: Embodiments of sawhorse systems are shown and described, which may include one or more sawhorse-stand units. A sawhorse stand unit may comprise one or more top bracket, and one or more bottom bracket, which are coupled to vertical supports. Additionally, a horizontal member may extend between top brackets of the sawhorse-stand units. The horizontal and vertical supports may correspond, in size and shape, to dimensional lumber.

Abstract: A saw horse comprises a pair of frames each assembled from a plurality of wooden struts joined by metal formings of sheet stock. Fabric hinges join the frames at their upper ends. The metal formings are positioned and closed around the beams with piercings engaging the fabric hinges. Spreader struts are also hinged by a fabric strap that permits the spreader struts to lay in horizontal positions when the frames are pulled into an A-shape, and to be oriented in side-by-side vertical positions when the frames are folded together.

Abstract: A sawhorse includes a pair of identical support members and a connector structure. Each support member includes a pair of spaced apart legs, and an upper work surface for supporting a work-piece. The upper work surface is integrally formed with the legs. Each support member includes an integrally formed hinge portion directly connectable with the hinge portion of the other support member. The connector structure is arranged to connect an intermediate portion of the support members to one another.

Abstract: A bracket (60) for securing a first kickboard (62) transversely of a second kickboard (54) comprises a socket (64) for receiving an end of the first kickboard and a clip (70) for securing the bracket to the second kickboard, the clip comprising a lateral extension (76) aligned with the longitudinal axis of the second kickboard for stabilising the bracket thereon. Also disclosed are (1) a telescopic rail (46) for use in forming a guard or safety barrier for builders' trestles, staging, scaffolding or the like, comprising inner and outer telescopic parts (80, 82), in which the inner part is prevented from sliding free of the outer part in use; (2) a brace for stabilising adjacent trestles; (3) a ladder support bracket; (4) removable safety rail components and (5) a longitudinal kickboard bracket attached to a trestle crossmember.

Abstract: The present invention is a device having at least two strut assemblies joined together to form a free standing support that is both portable and collapsible. Components may be joined to one another by a flexible cord, and a flexible load bearing web to limit the maximum open position. Used in pairs the support device is advantageous for holding articles for work or storage.

Abstract: A support platform with a first and second bracket. The brackets each have first, second, and third sleeves. A cross member is inserted into and extends between the first sleeves of the brackets. Leg members are slidably inserted into and extend from the second and third sleeves of the brackets. The leg members inserted in the second sleeves extend substantially away from one side of the cross member at a first angle. The leg members inserted in the third sleeves extend substantially away from the other side of the cross member at a second angle. The second angle is less than the first angle.

Abstract: A workbench frame having spanning element with a stringer portion and a shelf portion with a bend extending along an entire length between the stringer and shelf portions. The stringer and shelf portions each accommodate fastening elements that secure to opposite leg assemblies to provide stability, support and storage space.

Abstract: A bracket is provided for a sawhorse or other multiple piece stand, which stand includes a plurality of elongate legs and an elongate beam supported substantially horizontally by the legs. The bracket includes a generally U-shaped channel for receiving the beam. The channel includes a base and pair of side walls attached unitarily to and extending upwardly from the base. There are a pair of leg accommodating receptacles fixedly joined to the channel and including a first receptacle that has a first recess for fixedly interengaging the base and a first one of the side walls of the channel and a second receptacle that has a second recess for fixedly interengaging the base and a second one of the side walls of the channel. The receptacles are juxtaposed along and extend divergently from the channel. Each receptacle is capable of receiving a respective leg, which legs are engaged with a substantially horizontal surface to support the beam above the substantially horizontal surface.

Abstract: A kit for constructing scaffolding using standard lumber sizes and brackets which are pinned to the lumber pieces so the scaffolding can be rapidly broken down by removing the pins.

Abstract: A sawhorse is disclosed that provides stability, easy assembly and disassembly, and ability to handle heavy loads and is inexpensive to manufacture. Brackets that have a C-shaped collar for holding the ends of a cross member and leg receptacles for holding standard dimension lumber used for legs of the sawhorse. All pieces are designed to spread the forces of the load. An optional elevation bar helps facilitate the cutting of material without cutting through the sawhorse.

Abstract: A bracing assembly for controlling the vertical orientation of an upright structure, the assembly comprising: an angle brace having first and second ends, the first end for attachment to a fixed point adjacent to the structure; and an adjustable connector for connecting the angle brace to the structure; the adjustable connector including a mounting member for attachment to the structure, a brace mount for attachment to the second end of the angle brace, and a mechanism for movably connecting the mounting member with the brace mount and selectively adjusting the position of the brace mount under load conditions and in a substantially vertical plane. The bracing assembly may form part of a walkway assembly to provide a vertically adjustable walkway from which cement may be poured into forms for making a concrete wall foundation.

Abstract: The invention relates to a bracing assembly for controlling the vertical orientation of an upright structure, the assembly comprising: an angle brace having first and second ends, the first end for attachment to a fixed point adjacent to the structure; and an adjustable connector for connecting the angle brace to the structure; the adjustable connector including a mounting member for attachment to the structure, a brace mount for attachment to the second end of the angle brace, and a means for movably connecting the mounting member with the brace mount and selectively adjusting the position of the brace mount under load conditions and in a substantially vertical plane. The bracing assembly may form part of a walkway assembly to provide a vertically adjustable walkway from which cement may be poured into forms for making a concrete wall foundation.

Abstract: A foldable sawhorse/worktable (10) comprising a work platform (12), a pair of scissor side support assemblies (14) and a pair of cross braces (16) horizontally extending between the scissor side support assemblies (14) for stabilization purposes. Structures (18) are for pivotally mounting top ends of each scissor side support assembly (14) to the underside (20) of the work platform (12). It can be placed into a folded position with the work platform (12) vertical to be conveniently stored and can be placed into an unfolded working position with the work platform (12) horizontal to support various types of power tools and all kinds of construction materials.

Abstract: A sawhorse apparatus and a method of constructing a sawhorse is provided. The sawhorse apparatus comprises a horizontal top rail, support legs, lower leg members and a pair of diagonal brace members. The support legs may be notched at upper ends thereof to receive the top rail between opposing support leg members. The legs are firmly secured to the top rail. Opposing legs are interconnected at their lower ends by lower leg members. Diagonal braces extend from the top rail to the lower leg members to further support the top rail. The lower ends of the diagonal braces can be notched to receive the lower leg members. Additionally, the diagonal braces cross over each other, extending from one side of the top rail to the lower leg members at the opposite side of the sawhorse. The method includes appropriately notching the support legs to receive the rail and the diagonal brace members to receive the lower leg support members.

Abstract: A scaffold support comprises a beam fabricated in the form of a rectangular steel tube having width less than its height, and a pair of legs each fabricated in the form of a rectangular steel tube. The legs are welded to opposite sides of the beam so as to diverge from one another at an acute angel and so as to angle outward and downward from the beam at an acute angle from the vertical when the beam is oriented horizontally. An angle bar welded to each leg and extending between the legs to stabilize the legs and to provide a step. A steel scaffolding retainer welded to an outer end of the beam and extended above a top edge of said the so as to prevent scaffolding from moving beyond the outer end, and a steel mounting plate is welded to an inner end of the beam so as to provide a bearing surface for the inner end.

Abstract: A collapsible work support device for use either as a work bench, or as a saw horse when used in conjunction with another such device. The device has an elongated beam used as the principal working member, which is placed on a separate support assembly consisting of a main support and two side supports hingedly attached thereto. The side supports are placed in an open position to cooperate with the main support to form a three-sided member for supporting the beam when in position for use. When the device is to be collapsed for storage, the top beam is removed, the side supports are folded into a closed position flat against the main supports, and the top beam is turned sideways and secured to the support assembly into the collapsed position. The device then becomes a compact unit that may be easily transported or stored.

Abstract: A connector (12) for use in assembling a sawhorse (6). The sawhorse has an elongate cross member (11) mid four elongate leg members (13) joined together using two connectors. Each connector is manufactured from a tubular center sleeve (7) having a bottom wall and defining an interior passage having a longitudinal axis. The interior passage receives an end of the cross member. The connector also includes first and second tubular leg sockets (8). Each socket defines an interior passage having a longitudinal axis. The first and second sockets are secured in opposing angular disposition to the center sleeve, so that the longitudinal axes of the first and second sockets are disposed radially relative to the longitudinal axis of the center sleeve. Each of the first and second sockets receives an end of one of first and second leg members. The received ends of the first and second leg members bear against the bottom wall of the center sleeve.

Abstract: A mortise template assembly including a first angularly inclined work holding surface and a second work holding surface disposed by an acute angle to the first surface and containing a template centered upon the bisecting line of the acute angle. The first and second surface alternately position a length of wood in precise angular relationship to a cutting blade to permit the blade to make angular cuts. The template contains a predetermined cutting course that is transposed as the assembly is alternately positioned from the first work holding surface to the second work holding surface.

Abstract: A roller support attachment is mounted on the cross piece of a conventional sawhorse through the use of a pair of bolts. Each of the bolts extends through slots in the side plates of the attachment and through holes in the cross piece of the sawhorse. In an alternate embodiment one bolt extends through an elongated slot in the side plates of the attachment and through a hole in the cross piece of the sawhorse while the second bolt extends through the side plates and rests on top of the cross piece of the sawhorse. The elongated slots may be straight or arcuate. An inverted channel shaped member may be positioned on a plurality of spaced apart rollers and move with the work piece as it moves through the saw.

Abstract: A kit for assembling wood legs to form an A-frame to support the end of a cross beam for a children's play gym includes a trapezoidal frame bracket to connect the upper ends of the legs to each other and to the cross beam and a special frame brace for reinforcing that connection which will accommodate a tubular metal cross beam or a cross beam consisting of a single board or a plurality of boards. The frame brace has a generally rectangular top wall and a pair of laterally spaced apart side walls extending down from the top wall at an angle such that the side walls have more or less the same slope as the side edges of the frame bracket. Portions of the frame brace top wall define a first set of holes spaced apart along the longitudinal centerline of the top wall, there being two such holes in the first set and a second set of holes containing at least two holes spaced along the top wall on each side of that centerline.

Abstract: A sawhorse apparatus which is sturdy and easily assembled or disassembled facilitating efficient storage and mobility. The invention is more sturdy than prior devices because it incorporates "cross beam support channel(s)" that extend down most or all of its length, providing rigidity in all directions. The invention employs two alternative embodiments. "Type A" features a single three sided channel that cradles the bottom of the cross beam and interfaces with a plurality support leg device using tapered dovetail or "T" rail groove joints. "Type B" features separate channel members, one attached to each end of the cross beam member and the combination extending along all or most of the cross beam length. The channel members are integrally molded to end pieces that provide sockets into which lumber support legs are inserted.

Abstract: A jaw horse apparatus and method for using the same to support materials. The apparatus includes an adjustable bi-leg assembly which has a set of jaws which engage with a main elongated portion of a uni-leg assembly to form a three leg support. The main portion has an aperture which receives a rod holding an elongated head piece that has an adjustable hinge. An extension arm attaches to the leg of either the uni-leg or bi-leg assembly. The head piece and extension arm may be combined with head pieces on other jaw horse apparatuses or may be used separately to support various materials. The head piece may be a roller type, ball head type or a flat drilled head type, depending on the use of the apparatus. The apparatus when not in use may be folded up into a flat package.

Abstract: An improved collapsible sawhorse 100 is constructed as a traverse horizontal cross member 102 supported by vertical members or lateral trusses 104, 106. Brace members 120, 122 are mounted at one end to the inside surface of each leg bracket with a brace mounting assembly 124. The other end of each brace member is attached to the cross member with brace member locator and handle assembly 126. A nut and bolt assembly 134 on each vertical member is tightened to hold the cross member securely. An alternate embodiment of the present invention uses at least one adapter leg 200.

Abstract: A sawbuck comprising a first pair of members which support one end of a log at a given elevation, with means to support another portion of the log at a lesser elevation, and means to chain down a portion of a log.

Abstract: This is a trestle support bracket comprised of a main member referred to as a bracket housing, which is coupled to the trestle cross-beam and a second member, referred to as the wedge. The bracket housing is a four sided, open bottomed, walled frustum with inside surfaces (ridged) as the opposing inclined leg contact walls. The wedge member has an included angle which matches that of the inclined, ridged surfaces of the bracket housing. When trestle support legs are placed in position in the bracket housing and the wedge member is inserted between the legs, a bolt passing through the central hole of the wedge member and engaging the central threaded hole of the bracket housing will, when tightened, firmly secure the legs to the housing in an absolutely rigid manner.

Abstract: A one piece plastic leg construction. A main body having an inverted v-shaped configuration includes a pair of downwardly extending legs each having a c-shaped cross section. The legs are mutually opposed and open toward each other and include a plurality of horizontally extending inner walls. Indicating means on the outer surface of each leg provides a guide for severing the leg immediately beneath a particular inner wall depending upon the height desired of the final leg construction. A pair of upwardly extending walls are integrally mounted to the legs forming a channel to receive the object to be supported by the construction.

Abstract: When a piece of an upright 2" by 4" lumber is used as a cross member of a sawhorse, staging, or scaffolding, a drop over hanger is removably lowered down over the upright piece of 2" by 4" lumber. Thereafter, on opposite sides of the 2" by 4" lumber, this drop over hanger positions its integral respective two sets of four originally upstanding spaced top entry projecting slotted tabs, one set being on each side of the 2" by 4" lumber. When a like second drop over hanger, oriented upside down and rotated ninety degrees to the first one, is manipulated to interfit with a set of four originally upstanding spaced top entry projecting slotted tabs, but now facing downwardly, to a like set of the first drop over hanger, then this second drop over hanger is positioned to support another piece of 2" by 4" lumber at right angles to the first piece of 2" by 4" lumber.

Abstract: A kit for use with 2.times.4 and 2.times.6 wood pieces to make sawhorses. The legs are constructed for bent metal rods and are secured to brackets or support assemblies that are dimensioned to receive and support the wood piece. A minimal number of nails or screws for securing the wood to the brackets complete the manufacture. In addition, the legs are pivotally secured and may be folded against the wood pieces for storage or transport.

Abstract: Work supports, which are quickly assembled and quickly knocked down, are used singly and with others, with and without accessories, for many purposes. When not in use, these work supports are conveniently carried and stored. Each work support has a pair of leg assemblies, wherein each leg has an overall planar triangular shape made of continuous pipe, arranged, via bending, with a horizontal lower pipe side for ground or floor contact, and two upstanding opposite slanting pipe sides, which are secured by welding to the underside of a large pipe. This larger pipe serves as a horizontal cross bar sleeve. Eac triangular planar shaped continuous pipe leg is positioned at a five degree cant with the horizontal cross bar sleeve.

Abstract: A knock-down support stand or trestle for use as a sawhorse on construction sites and for home use constructed of pre-cut or pre-formed components that are readily assembled together in interlocking engagement without need for use of fasteners of any kind. As the load on the support stand increases, the components of the support stand become more securely interlocked together.

Abstract: A trolley for positioning a concrete delivery conduit in a work area utilizes a carriage member movable along a support beam to carry a pipe engaging cradle. The carriage and cradle permit the conduit to be moved laterally and axially without substantial exertion. The support beam is mounted on adjustable stands to position the conduit at a selected height.

Abstract: The sawhorse roller attachment of the present invention includes an elongated roller and a pair of brackets adapted for securement to the top cross bar of a sawhorse for supporting the roller at a position wherein the top of the roller is disposed adjacent the plane of the top edge of the top cross bar. Each bracket has alternate first and second roller supports to accommodate attachment of the bracket to either an upright face of the top cross bar or to the underside of a generally horizontal top cross bar.

Abstract: A saw horse bracket and resulting saw horse which may be easily assembled and disassembled solely through the use of a pair of the novel mounting brackets. The mounting brackets include a pair of identically-shaped bracket members which are fixedly joined together and include a susbstantially channel-shaped body which defines a cavity therein for receiving the legs of the saw horse, connecting flanges which extend forwardly from each bracket member and overlap with the connecting flanges of the other bracket member, a fastening arrangement which fixedly joins the overlapping connecting flanges, and a mounting flange which is received within openings in the cross beam.

Abstract: A collapsible sawhorse arrangement characterized by a generally horizontal work receiving member including a lower plate portion and a vertical plate portion extending longitudinally therealong. The lower plate portion presents pairs of openings on opposite sides of the vertical plate portion adapted to receive supporting legs for the work receiving member, such supporting legs angling inwardly in a bearing relationship with the walls of the vertical plate portion. In a preferred embodiment, enlargements are presented on the walls of the vertical plate portion which serve frictional engagement purposes with the supporting legs.

Abstract: A support structure adapted for facilitated assembly. The support structure includes a base portion in the general configuration of a sawhorse having spaced horizontal sideboards secured to angled legs at opposite ends thereof in recesses provided in the upper end portions of the legs. Bolts are provided for securing the sideboards to the legs and maintaining the upper end portions of the legs in locked abutting relationship. The outer edges of the upper end portions of the legs are received in slots on the inner surfaces of the sideboards for further improved rigidity of the support structure. Different upper extensions are provided, with adjustable clamping structure for permitting variable height of horizontal supports carried on the upper end of upright portions thereof. A ladder is removably associated with the support.

Abstract: This saw buck structure is compact and light in weight. Primarily, it consists of a hollow rectangular frame having four legs stored within it when not in use, and a handle is provided on one of the sides of the frame, so as to easily carry the structure when not in use. A pair of studs receiving nuts and wing nuts are provided, which secures the legs in the confines of the frame when the structure is not in use, and the fasteners also serve to support the frame in horizontal position for use, when the legs are placed in pairs within each end of the frame.

Abstract: There is provided portable scaffolding units useful in pairs or more having an angled main leg attached to a walkway support T-brace leaning against the wall or surface being worked. The T-brace rests against the work surface held with no-slip pliable ribbed facing and by an adjustible nailer. The positioning of a raised work walkway is side supported by angled braces affixed to both sides of the walkway support T-brace. The main leg and the angle braces are both adjustible in length and affixed with leveling feet for holding the structure firmly on uneven or soft ground. Safety brackets are supplied to hold a safety rail at a sufficiently high position above a plank walkway to prevent step-back accidents.

Abstract: A combination sawhorse and sawbuck comprising a horizontal member supported at either end by a pair of leg assemblies, and a number of removable members provided with V-shaped notches which convert the device from a sawhorse to a sawbuck. The various members of the leg assembly are coupled together by half-lap joints, and bolts extend through the half-lap joints into the horizontal member to engage tee nuts provided therein.

Abstract: A sawhorse having a tool tray with a storage space for holding tools and four legs that are attached to the tool tray. The handle of the tool tray is the working surface of the sawhorse and the legs raise the handle to the desired height above the floor. The four legs are removable from the tray to facilitate transportation of the sawhorse. A wide flat surface is provided on the top of the handle that allows the balancing and clamping of a work piece horizontally on the sawhorse. The ends of the handle are flush with the outer surfaces of the legs. The legs are bolted to the outside of the tool tray vertical to the ground allowing the placement and clamping of a work piece to the sawhorse ends vertical to the ground.

Abstract: An adjustable sawhorse comprising two lateral supports joined by a cross beam. The cross beam functions as the back of the sawhorse, and has three sets of tensioning plates. Two of these sets are mounted on each side of the cross beam, and the third set is located in the center thereof. These plates strengthen the cross beam and enable it to carry a heavier load, and to resist a much higher torsional force than without them. The cross beam also comprises a pair of diagonal braces, which join the central plate to the side plates, and which improve the load capability of the cross beam.

Abstract: A sawhorse comprising three interlocking plywood panels, a pair of which function as legs at either end of the remaining panel, which functions as the back of the sawhorse. Each end of the back is fitted with a pair of vertically-spaced tabs which define downward-facing notches. Those notches fit into a mating upward-facing notch and a mating slit in the leg panels. An arcuate edge on each end of the back between the pair of vertically-spaced notches requires that the leg panels be stressed in order to align the notches of the back with the notch and slit of the leg support panel. Without the use of any special securing hardware, the stressed assembly prevents the sawhorse from collapsing if it is lifted by the back or mechanically jolted.

Abstract: A sawing trestle for elongate wooden bodies comprises a single, upwardly extending frame part and two V-shaped members spaced apart by about ten centimeters. The two belts are provided for clamping the elongate bodies on the V-shaped members. The belts each have one end attachable to the frame part and a second end connected to a stretching member so that the belts can extend between ends of the V-shaped members and be stretched around the elongate bodies.