Abstract: A free-standing demountable window safety assembly adapted to rest, in use, on the floor inside a room containing a window opening in a wall, and against the wall containing the window, without engaging with the window opening, said assembly comprising: —?(i) at least two feet (125, 126) adapted to engage with the room floor?(ii) at least two arms (121A, 121B, 135A, 135B) adapted to engage with the room wall adjacent to but spaced away from the window opening; ?(iii) at least two side portions (125, 123A, 135A, 133A) each supporting an arm; ?(iv) at least one linking member (111A, 111C) adapted to link opposing side portions or opposing feet in a substantially rigid fashion. The invention also includes methods of manufacturing and using such safety assemblies.

Abstract: A scaffold system adapted for securing to a structure and for vertical movement relative to the structure. The scaffold system includes first and second wall mounts, each of the wall mounts having a bar and at least one spring biasing the bar in a first direction, a slide post having a slide hook, a slide arm and a hanging pad secured to the slide arm, the slide post arranged for vertical axial movement within at least one of the first and second wall mounts, a main post having at least one post hook, a first deck fixedly secured to the main post, and a ball screw jack having a mounting plate and a lifting screw, the mounting plate secured to the first deck and the lifting screw secured to the hanging pad. The main post is arranged to complementarily fit within slide post, the slide hook is adapted for releasable engagement with the first wall mount bar or the second wall mount bar and the at least one post hook is adapted for releasable engagement with the first wall mount bar or the second wall mount bar.

Abstract: A wall mount bracket for HVAC Equipment such as a heat pump, AC condensing unit, and preferably the exterior condenser unit of a mini split system. The system can advantageously be used in colder climates to prevent equipment from freezing and keep equipment above the level of the snow, etc. The wall mounts herein employ an offset to space the unit away from the wall of the structure to provide clearance on the rear of the unit. The offset also allows the units to be mounted above the top of the foundation wall without disrupting the exterior siding of the structure.

Abstract: The invention comprises a clamp that is easily and quickly attached to planks such as those in a scaffold platform that is defined by plural planks laid side-by-side to define a platform in a scaffold structure. The clamp resides beneath the planks and is therefore not a trip-hazard for workers, and the clamp is readily adjustable to compress the planks to one another to stabilize the platform. The invention creates a stronger and more stable platform by eliminating the vertical deflection of each individual plank as well as any other relative movement. The inventive clamp features adjustable telescopic tubing which allows for the user to adjust the clamp to be utilized on a number of different scaffolding frame widths. Fine adjustments to the width of the clamp are made available through a threaded clamping nut that can only be adjusted using a ?th inch socket, which is a size typically carried by a scaffolding worker. A guard post apparatus may be attached to the clamps to allow for a safety railing.

Abstract: An anchoring system for extruded columns which is useful in supporting structures in a way that does not require drilling or screwing into the column structure. The anchoring system is comprised of brackets which are mounted against extruded columns by inserting a bracket blade into place between a gasket and a structural medium. The anchoring brackets are preferably composed of two pieces which link together for increased support. The anchoring system can support a variety of mountings which can be either physically attached to the anchoring brackets or rest atop the anchoring brackets.

Abstract: A hanger bracket for mounting a skewed beam at a junction of two adjacent beams includes a supporting section configured to support the skewed beam. Fixing flanges are substantially perpendicular to the supporting section and are configured for attaching the bracket to the adjacent beams. The fixing flanges lie in different planes to each other. Reinforcing faces are located between the supporting section and each of the fixing flanges. The reinforcing faces are inclined relative to the supporting section and fixing flanges. The hanger bracket includes holes in the supporting section or reinforcing faces configured to secure the skewed beam to the hanger bracket.

Abstract: A device for suspending at least one component from a gantry, and a gantry that includes such a device includes a guide rail that can be secured on the gantry in an approximately vertical orientation, a carriage that is guided on the guide rail in a sliding movable manner and on which the component can be mounted, and a limit stop that is mounted on the guide rail beneath the carriage in a height-adjustable manner. The guide rail is divided into a lower part and an upper part, which are connected to each other by way of a pivot connection having a pivot axis parallel to the longitudinal direction of the guide rail.

Abstract: A walkway system for a machine having an operator cabin includes a first walkway, a second walkway, a first handrail, a second handrail and a reinforcing member that is coupled to lower surfaces of the first and second walkways. The first walkway is coupled to a frame of the cabin. The first walkway has a first end and a second end. The first end is positioned adjacent to the cabin. The second walkway is stationary relative to the frame. The second walkway is positioned opposite to an entrance of the cabin and adjacent to the second end. The first handrail member is disposed opposite to the entrance and coupled to the second walkway. The second handrail member is disposed between the first handrail member and the cabin, and is coupled to at least the first walkway.

Abstract: A climbing shoe (10) of a climbing formwork for fixing to a concreting section (14) of a building comprises a sliding shoe part (16) on which claws (50) are provided. At least one claw (50) is provided in a pivotal and/or telescopic manner on the sliding shoe part (16).

Abstract: A rail-guided climbing system having climbing brackets (36, 38, 40) in which climbing rails (32, 34) are guided, rigidly fixed to a scaffolding unit (12). Each climbing bracket (32, 34) has a joint (52) arranged between a first climbing bracket (40) and a second climbing bracket (38). The free end of the climbing rail (32, 34) may be inserted into a climbing bracket (36, 40) rigidly fixed on the construction (16) and the angular position of adjacent climbing rail sections (48, 50) is adjusted via the joint (52) using an adjuster device (58, 68).

Abstract: An improved ladder containment and lock device, comprising a left component, a right component, and a two piece bushing. There is a locking subassembly and a pair of coupling bolts, for coupling the components of the device. The two piece bushing has a passageway formed there through, with the passageway being angled relative to the right and left components.

Abstract: An anchor assembly releasably securable to a structure with a receiving hole therethrough. The anchor assembly permits an object or person to be anchored to the structure and comprises a longitudinal member for placement through the receiving hole of the structure, first and second end portions, means to draw the first and second end portions into contact with the structure about the openings of the receiving hole with the longitudinal member positioned therethrough to secure the anchor assembly to the structure, and a visual indicator associated with at least one of the end portions. The end portions are larger in size than the openings of the receiving hole through the structure and the first and second end portions are received on opposite ends of said longitudinal member when the longitudinal member extends through the receiving hole. The visual indicator presents a visual signal identifying when the anchor assembly is secured to the structure.

Abstract: An anchor system for a utility pole that temporarily prevents falls by a utility worker. The system has a bolt and a head formed on one end and a threaded shank that extends through a utility pole and exposed on one surface of the pole. A concave saddle washer is attached to the bolt that rests against the pole's outer curved surface. A concave saddle plate located on the end of the bolt opposite the saddle washer rests against the opposite surface of the pole. An optional nylon sleeve is disposed between the ring member and the hinge plate to reduce sounds and interference. In one embodiment, the ring member freely pivots on the hinge plate. In another embodiment, the ring member is held in a diagonal position of the hinge plate until a free-fall force is exerted thereto that causes the ring member to move to a longitudinal position.

Abstract: An anchoring system for securing a scaffold to a building includes a connection member configured to attach to a scaffold component and an anchor member. The anchor member includes a base configured to attach to at least one structural component of a building and a coupling fixedly connected to the base. The coupling is configured to receive a connection member to rigidly join the connection member to the anchor member, and thus, the scaffold to a building.

Abstract: A support or jack that hangs from the tabs of a poured concrete wall. The support may include a hook that engages in an opening in the tab, to connect the support to the wall. The support may include a slot in which the tab is received, to connect the support to the wall.

Abstract: A compression anchor for holding a support member, such as a cylindrical handrail, is disclosed. The anchor includes a body having a cavity and a wedge portion that connects to the body using thick threads, such as 2-4 ACME 2-G threads. The wedge is substantially cylindrical and encircles a support member received in the cavity. A compression ring is in contact with the body and the wedge portion. As the wedge portion turns relative to the body using the threads, the compression ring expands and contracts to loosen or tighten the connection between the received support member and the anchor. The wedge portion and the body are corrosion resistant.

Abstract: A magnetic step pin assembly for a concrete structure including an elongated plate having at least one magnet installed on a first side of the plate and at least two step pin pegs extending from a second side of the plate, and a plurality of cam pins for insertion into holes formed by the at least two step pin pegs, thereby forming a ladder for the concrete structure.

Abstract: A functional compartment is provided in a building, a sliding frame is mounted in this compartment, connected with jack mechanisms; with the help of these mechanisms the sliding frame can slide beyond the outer limits of the building and back. Smooth and safe sliding of the frame is ensured by its supporting wheels sliding in guiding rails mounted in the surfaces of the functional compartment. The sliding frame is equipped in its front part, with a receiving panel with the right and left “pocket” guiders on it. The attachable section of the H-shaped rail is equipped with a mounting panel, with the similar square structure as of the receiving panel. The thickness of the mounting panel is less than a clearance between the “pocket” guiders and the outer surface of the receiving panel. The receiving panel is supplied with beveled guiding sides, and the mounting panel—with lower rounded corners.

Abstract: A shooting rest for supporting a firearm while a hunter is hunting from a tree stand, a tree seat, a ground blind or a field, including a mounting bracket and an arm pivotally attached thereto to allow horizontal aiming adjustment having a pair of forks from which a cradle is supported for resting a firearm therein. Vertical aiming adjustment is allowed by swinging the firearm forward or backward within the cradle and/or adjusting the cradle along the fore-end of the stock of the firearm.

Abstract: A portable, collapsible brace for mounting scaffolding on the side of a building, comprises a generally "U"-shaped structure made up of two bent arms, each comprising an upright, surface-engaging section having an oblique section at its lower end. The upright sections are spaced from each other by a standard building wall stud spacing and can be nailed to the studs. The oblique sections are connected to each other at a point between the stud locations. An arm is pivotally connected to this point, and is removably engageable with a platform pivoted to the upright sections. The platform is also generally U-shaped, and nests inside the attachment arm structure in coplanar relationship therewith when the apparatus is collapsed.

Abstract: A scaffolding system for use on an inclined surface, such as inside a ship cargo hold. The scaffolding system includes a scaffold pole and a support bracket that secures the scaffold pole to a support surface. The support bracket is only in place temporarily and is removed once the work is finished. A swivel foot is coupled to the scaffold pole. The swivel foot is configured to pivotally align with the inclined surface. A preventer is attached to the scaffold pole, and uses the support surface to prevent the scaffold pole from sliding along the inclined surface, and to provide additional lateral support.

Abstract: A holdown connection including a single element holdown connector formed from a single metal sheet member requiring no welding for connecting a wood stud member to an anchoring means such as a concrete foundation or another structural member. Three sides of the connector are joined at 90.degree. to each other along a rigid corner bend line. A holding seat member overlaps with a held seat member so that a held edge of the held seat member is in close engagement with a substantial portion of the length of the rigid bend line of the holding seat member. Bending slots formed in the back and side members are limited in length.

Abstract: An improved anchor socket and jig assembly for holding implements in concrete is provided which facilitates assembly of the socket element on the base member of the jig assembly and which affords substantially expanded adaptability of the jig for varied size implements and avoids the need for bolts or other extraneous means to secure the socket member to the rail member.The improved jig assembly comprises a longitudinal base member preferably of substantially rigid plastic composition which is provided with locator openings which fit one of the feet of the socket member and, cooperating therewith, a mating turn slot. Both the openings and the turn slots are formed to accommodate the feet of the socket member. The assembly of the socket in the base member in a secure position is readily effected by positioning the socket member between the rails of the base member and locking the two by a manual quarter turn rotation of the socket member in the base member.

Abstract: There is provided a securement device for a swimming pool ladder having tubular ladder rails which are hingedly connected to anchors mounted in the swimming pool deck which permits quick detachment and reattachment of the swimming pool ladder to the anchors. Each securement device includes a ferrule capping the end of the tubular ladder rail adjacent the pool deck which is hingedly connected to the respective anchor in the pool deck, an expandable locking mechanism coupled to the ferrule and extending into the tubular ladder rail which expands into locking engagement with the inside wall of the tubular ladder rail and which is expanded and relaxed by a device associated with the ferrule.

Abstract: For setting the sockets for swimming pool ladders in the deck of the pool, a pair of sockets is provided which are connected to a channel bar formed of sheet metal with upwardly directed and inwardly slanting longitudinal flanges. This is then set at the proper position, and secured to the ground by deformed steel rods running through holes in the sheet metal. The channel is filled with grout which when set holds the bar and the sockets securely in place. The sockets are filled with sand, which is removed by the use of a hose after the deck has been poured, screeded and cured.