Abstract: A stand-alone multipurpose lifting device includes an elongated vertical support section having a planar base section with an upper end including a substantially U-shaped receiving bearing including a plurality of pivot slots on either side of the U-shaped bearing and an angled elongated lever arm section. The lever arm section includes an angle strengthening gusset and a detachable extension arm and handle including a receiving sleeve for fitting over and receiving the end of the lever arm section. A device for cracking a seal formed around a manhole cover includes a horizontal cross bar section including a bottle jack holder recess, a bottle jack retaining means, two opposed leg sections, support struts between the horizontal cross bar and leg sections and a jack cap section including two lifting eyes including a hook and lifting chains for attaching to a manhole lifting arm detachably connected to a manhole cover.

Abstract: A tool for removing a runner from an agricultural bin having a lever arm and a plurality of crossbars. The lever arm may be directly, or indirectly, engaged with a rotatable crossbar which may have a plurality of protrusions for engaging corresponding tabs of a runner. To use the tool, a user may align the protrusions of the rotatable crossbar with the corresponding tabs of a runner engaged within a leg of an agricultural bin, then the user may press down on the lever arm, causing the crossbar to rotate and engage the tabs. As the user continues to press down on the lever arm, the tabs eventually disengage from corresponding openings in the leg of the agricultural bin, allowing the user to remove the runner from the bin.

Abstract: An extraction device eases the task of removing a post, bush or the like from a ground surface. The device includes a pair of legs pivotally coupled together at respective first ends of the legs. A bar is pivotally coupled to a first one of the pair of legs. The bar has a notch extending upwardly into a bottom edge of the bar. A projection is coupled to a second one of the legs. The projection is insertable into the notch to secure the legs in a static position relative to each other. A connector is coupled to an associated one of the legs proximate the first end of the pair of legs. A ratcheting mechanism is removably coupled to the connector. A cable is removably coupled to the ratcheting mechanism for extending around a structural object for removing the structural object from the ground surface.

Abstract: The fence post puller is a system that is adapted to extract a fence post from a ground. The fence post puller includes a lift plate that is used to extract said fence post, and a chain that is optionally used to force the fence post out of the ground via auxiliary means. The lift plate also includes a lift hole that is selectively attached to a hoist arm. The hoist arm is attached to a bottle jack, which is used to raise the lift plate and fence post. The bottle jack is affixed to a jack platform that disperses across a large surface area so as not to sink in an unstable ground or soil environment.

Abstract: A valve spring compression and valve guide seal remover system is a hand tool that is able to grip a valve stem while compressing the valve spring to release and replace the valve stem seals of motorcycle engines without having to remove the head from the engine or the engine from the motorcycle frame.

Abstract: There is disclosed a post extractor comprised in a post-pounder, the device having a length and a crosswise extraction hole. The hole may be sized to accept an exposed portion of the post and may have an engaging edge for engaging an exposed portion of the post. Methods of using the extractor to extract a post are also disclosed.

Abstract: A tool for removing sheathing and decking material includes a head having a rear end, front end, a bottom wall, a pair of side walls having pairs of aligned holes, a rear wall connected to the bottom and side walls, a front wall extending between the bottom and side walls, an interior space defined by the bottom, side, rear and front walls, a support wall disposed in the interior space and extending between the side walls, and a tubular member integrally connected to the rear and support walls. A handle is configured to extend into and be removably connected to the tubular member of the head. A fulcrum member is selectively removably received by one of the pairs of aligned holes formed in the side walls of the head so that the fulcrum member extends in a preselected angular orientation relative to the handle during a removal operation.

Abstract: A fence post extractor includes a sleeve for receiving a fence post and a clamping bar that is pivotable with respect to the sleeve at a pivot joint. The clamping bar pivots between a first position where the fence post is clamped between a second end of the clamping bar and the sleeve, and a second position where the fence post is released with respect to the second end of the clamping bar. A powered lifting apparatus has an engaging portion that is engaged with the clamping bar. The engaging portion is moved under power between a raised position and a lowered position to move the clamping bar between the first and second positions.

Abstract: A tool includes a handle, a working device, a positioning device, a clamping device, and a fine adjustment mechanism. The handle includes a pivotal end, a grip end, and a plurality of retaining sections. The working device is pivotally connected to the pivotal end of the handle. The positioning device is moveable between a fixing position and an adjusting position. The clamping device is adjustably positioned on the handle. The fine adjustment mechanism for fine adjusting the clamping device is adjustably positioned on the handle and engaged with the clamping device. The fine adjustment mechanism includes at least one positioning unit alternatively engaged with a selective one of the plurality of retaining sections to fix the clamping device to the handle in position. The clamping device is adapted to be fine adjustably moved through a distance smaller than a pitch between two adjacent retaining sections.

Abstract: An adjustable demolition leverage tool capable of removable and adjustable connection to various rotationally and positionably adjustable tool heads being specifically shaped to achieve various demolition tasks. The tool heads are configured so the distance between the two side edges of a tool head may be extended or reduced and the angle of the leading edge of the tool head with respect to the handle of the leverage tool may also be adjusted.

Abstract: Referring to the figures, a landing jack lift 100 is shown having an upright lever portion 105 which is pivotally connected to a base plate 130. Base plate 130 allows landing jack lift 100 to be used in soft soil conditions and provides a stable support in use. A lifting arm 120 is pivotally connected to upright lever portion 105 using a pivot 150. Pivot 150 is a bolt, but other pivoting means may be used such as pins, rivets, etc. as is known in the art. A lifting plate 125 is provided to fit under a landing jack 165 attached to a trailer 160 to allow a user to move landing jack 165 without having to bend over or lie on the ground. Lifting plate 125 is pivotally mounted so the as the angle changes with respect to lifting arm 120, lifting plate 125 maintains level contact with landing jack 165. Additionally, lifting plate 125 telescopically fits within lifting arm 120 in order to allow a user to adjust the length.

Abstract: Embodiments of a mechanical tool for railcar maintenance are disclosed, which are most suitable for handling heavy components during undercarriage operations. In one particular embodiment, the tool may include: a cantilever beam having a first end and a second end with a support element disposed between these two ends for pivotally attaching the cantilever beam to a supporting device; a first attachment element configured to grip a first railcar component; a safety latch mechanism, at the first end, for securing the first attachment element, including when the first railcar component is gripped by the first attachment element, and for preventing disengagement of the first attachment element unless the cantilever beam is in a substantially level position; and a weight element adjustably disposed between the support element and the second end as a counterbalance.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods allow the wheels of a camera dolly to be quickly and easily changed by a single person. A dolly jack may have a leg attached to a foot and pivotable relative to the foot about a first axis. A jack rod is attached to the leg spaced apart from the first axis. An arm may be pivotally attached to the leg as desired, to provide greater mechanical advantage in lifting the camera dolly. Dolly wheels may be changed by inserting a jack rod into a receptacle on one side of the camera dolly, with the foot of the jack on the ground and with the jack leg substantially in a non-vertical position. The jack leg rotated into a second position wherein the jack leg is substantially vertical, with the dolly rolling slightly in the direction of the rotation. This lifts the side of the dolly sufficiently so that the front and back wheels, or wheel pairs, on the one side of the dolly are lifted off of the ground, allowing the wheels to be changed.

Abstract: A tool includes a handle, a working device, a positioning device, a clamping device, and a fine adjustment mechanism. The handle includes a pivotal end, a grip end, and a plurality of retaining sections. The working device is pivotally connected to the pivotal end of the handle. The positioning device is moveable between a fixing position and an adjusting position. The clamping device is adjustably positioned on the handle. The fine adjustment mechanism for fine adjusting the clamping device is adjustably positioned on the handle and engaged with the clamping device. The fine adjustment mechanism includes at least one positioning unit alternatively engaged with a selective one of the plurality of retaining sections to fix the clamping device to the handle in position. The clamping device is adapted to be fine adjustably moved through a distance smaller than a pitch between two adjacent retaining sections.

Abstract: A window opener that assists a user in raising the sash of a single hung or double hung window includes a base, a plurality of fulcrum pivot bars mounted on the base, each fulcrum pivot bar having a different height, and a lever arm. The lever arm is placed on an exposed end of one of the fulcrum pivot bars, and has a first axial end which is used for engaging the sash of the window, and an opposite second axial end which is grasped by the user. The user pushes down on the second axial end of the lever arm, and by a pivoting action on the fulcrum pivot bar, the second axial end which engages the sash raises the sash of the single hung or double hung window through mechanical advantage.

Abstract: A multi-function tool comprises a shank body including a plurality of located grooves aligned thereon longitudinally; a pry bar including a first section, a second section extending from the first section for prying, a first receptacle longitudinally piercing the first section for slidably mounted on the shank body and two second receptacles transversely piercing the first section and in communication with the first receptacle; two clutches respectively disposed in the second receptacles for alternatively engaging with a selective one of the located grooves; and a foot hold disposed onto the bottom of the first receptacle; wherein the second end of the shank body is inserted through the first receptacle of the pry bar and installed to the foot hold, with the foot hold being able to rotate relative to the shank body.

Abstract: A separator tool including a handle formed a hub at a first end, the hub defining a through bore that is transverse to a longitudinal center axis of the handle, a tool head formed with an integral yoke including opposed first and second legs, the tool head being pivotably coupled to the first end of the handle, an indexing stud slidably disposed within the through bores of the hub and first and second legs of the yoke, and the indexing stud being slidable within the through bores between a first position in which the tool head is secured in a fixed position relative to the handle, and a second position in which the tool head is pivotable relative to the handle.

Abstract: The present invention provides for electronic module insertion and removal such as when high insertion/extraction forces are exerted in small spaces. To secure or unsecure the module a frame is mounted to a cabinet housing the high insertion module. The frame includes a lever assembly that fixedly rotates about an axle attached at each end to a hub. The hub is allowed to rotate to one or more fixed angular positions that move the lever proximity relative to the front surface of the high insertion module. Applying a pressure to the lever rotates the lever until the module is either secured or unsecured from its cabinet.

Abstract: A mechanical fence post driver for attachment to a lift arm of a standard front-loader which includes a mounting plate, guide tube, and roller latch assembly. The guide tube receives a tee or other fence post inserted therein such that it contacts the mounting plate. The fence post is held in place by a roller latch assembly which compresses the post against the rearward side of the guide tube. Insertion of the fence post into the ground is accomplished by lowering the lift arm while the post is held within the guide cylinder. A rotation plate assembly may be positioned between the mounting plate and guide cylinder to provide a convenient mechanism to rotate the guide cylinder in relation to the mounting plate.

Abstract: Embodiments of a mechanical tool for railcar maintenance are disclosed, which are most suitable for handling heavy components during undercarriage operations.

Abstract: A post sleeve installation device includes a standing structure, a structure coupled to the standing structure and configured to support a post sleeve below the standing structure, and a mechanism configured to enable selective translation of the support structure in three axes and rotation around a vertical axis. Locks are provided to lock the post sleeve at a selected position and orientation relative to the standing structure. A beam extending from one installation device to another measures or controls the relative spacing, orientation, and elevation of associated post sleeves, and related data is collected for off-site manufacture of fence panels. Additionally, a repository is provided, to which the data is transmitted for retention, and from which the data can be retrieved for manufacture of replacement fence panels.

Abstract: Gate removal assemblies are disclosed herein that include a stabilizing assembly; an adjustment assembly coupled to the stabilizing assembly; and a releasing assembly coupled to the adjustment assembly. Gate rack assemblies are also disclosed that includes a coupling mechanism, and at least one support mechanism. Gate removal systems are disclosed herein and include at least one gate removal assembly, and at least one gate rack assembly. In some embodiments, gate removal systems further include a gate removal assembly caddy.

Abstract: The present invention is a tool which provides a method for lifting. The tool has an adjustable handle member configured to be grasped by a user, joined to a lifting arm which is configured to engage an object to be lifted. The handle member and the lifting arm are rigidly connected at a vertex and form an obtuse angle there between. Further, the tool has an adjustable pedestal with a rocker base near the vertex, which allows forward and backward displacement of the tool during the raising and lowering an object.

Abstract: The roof nail extractor is a device for removing fasteners that are embedded in the surface of roof materials. The extractor has a base that is positioned flat on the top of a roof surface. The base includes mounting projections that extend upwardly from the top of the base. Each of the projections has a plurality of through holes adapted to receive a pivot bar that extends through the through holes. A hinge is mounted along the pivot bar, which pivotally mounts the lever to the base. The lever is an elongate rod having a handle coupled to its top end and a fastener engaging head disposed on its bottom end. The head is adapted to grip the top of an embedded fastener. Once the head grips a fastener the lever is pushed downward. The head is then raised and removes the embedded fastener.

Abstract: A leverage tool for opening lower halves of firmly sticking double-hung windows consisting of a vertical fulcrum and lever assembly small enough to be placed on inner window sills yet sturdy enough to overcome the resistive forces that cause windows to stick. Accessory focal or lifting points necessary to facilitate the leveraging action of the tool and to minimize the possiblity of damage to the frame or sill incidental to a leveraging operation are supplied. They are to be attached by the user to window frames lacking a suitable focal point, preferably close to the central portion of the bottom frame member. To leverage open a sticking window frame, bottom crossbars on the lever are placed under the focal point. Another set of crossbars an inch above the lower set are then positioned within one of the lower ratcheting indents on the fulcrum When the tool is positioned as described, the fulcrum will be resting on an inner window sill with the lever's handle portion facing away from the window frame.

Abstract: A pry tool for facilitating disassembly of suspension components in a vehicle wheel suspension assembly which includes a vehicular telescopic strut member secured to a steering knuckle. The tool comprises a handle member along with a fulcrum tower, with the combination being arranged to substantially enclose the strut, and through forces created by the pry tool, and against the coil spring, the tool enables and facilitates removal of the steering knuckle from the body of the strut. The pry tool includes an elongated handle with a handle yoke at one end for enclosing or enveloping the strut, and with a fulcrum yoke at the opposed end for contacting the upper end of the steering knuckle. Axial removal forces are applied between the coil spring and the steering knuckle, thereby freeing the strut component from the assembly.

Abstract: A manually usable bumper repair tool formed of a steel shank with a first hook end and a second hook end, each of which hook ends curves to a thin edge adapted for prying underneath and clasping a portion of a bumper or other sheet metal structure. The steel shank is provided with one or more apertures for engaging a lever bar of suitable length. One of the thin edges is placed under a portion of a bumper surface and the lever bar is positioned through one of the apertures. For exerting maximum force, apertures distally disposed from the engaged hook end may be used. Using a wall of the aperture as the fulcrum, by rotatably and pivotally applying a force on the lever bar, a linear or angular force may be applied at the work surface so that the structure is straightened, or pulled or pushed into its original design shape.

Abstract: A hand-operated tool for removing and installing manhole covers or similar item is disclosed. The tool comprises two leg members, each pivotally connected at their upper ends to the opposite ends of a crossmember. Attached at approximately the mid-point of each leg member is a horizontally aligned chain designed to limit the distance the leg members can be spread apart during operation. A second chain is attached at one end to approximately the mid-point of the cross-member. During operation, the second chain hangs vertically from the crossmember. A hook is attached to the opposite end of the hook which either directly engages the edge of the cover or a lifting element attached to the cover. The chain is adjustable in length so that the leg members may be spread apart on opposite sides of the cover. During use, the second chain is attached to the cover and the tool is moved to one side which lifts and moves the cover to the desired position. The same movement is used to install the cover.

Abstract: A lift device for lifting a manhole cover which includes a base and a pole configured to lift the manhole cover when one end of the pole is pressed downward. The length of the pole is adjustable in order to permit easy storage and transportation, and to increase the lift force. Retainers are configured to secure manhole covers to the lift device to permit the lifting of the manhole covers in a manner that their center of mass is kept near the end of the pole.

Abstract: A device for lifting modular furniture comprising a base member, an elongated member pivotally connected to the base member and a furniture engaging portion rotatably mounted to one end of the elongated member. The furniture engaging portion includes a plate having a plurality of teeth extending from one end thereof for mating with slots in the modular furniture.

Abstract: A post/stake removing tool with at least two base support angles from the ground for the fulcrum lever to pull on the post/stake near or at the angle the post/stake are inserted. The fulcrum is pivotably attached to the support and the jaw is pivotably attached to the lever arm. The jaw is a diamond shaped aperture for grabbing the post/stake in four places. A fulcrum/lever is also used to remove heavy or stuck manhole covers. A combination hook and jack lifting head apparatus is attached to the lever arm for manual use or for lifting with a jack.

Abstract: A lifting jack for raising boats and other objects. It has an inner housing or tube which is supported from a flat base. An outer tube is slidably mounted over the inner tube. A hydraulic jack inside the inner tube raises and lowers the outer tube. Two parallel series of vertical catches are supported on the outside of the outer tube. A selected pair of these catches support a connecting rod which holds a pair of flat support arms in a fixed relationship. The arms support a lifting pad in a plurality of elevations for each pair of vertical catches. A safety latch permits the outer housing to be raised but must be manually released for lowering.

Abstract: A device for lifting modular furniture comprising a base member, an elongated member pivotally connected to the base member and a furniture engaging portion rotatably mounted to one end of the elongated member. The furniture engaging portion includes a plate having a plurality of teeth extending from one end thereof for mating with slots in the modular furniture.

Abstract: A device to facilitate open windows comprising a lever arm with a delta shaped lead edge and incorporating a pivot pin; and a frame with a series of notches to receive the pivot pin at selectable fulcrum points. Both the delta shaped lead edge of the arm and the bottom lead edge of the frame are rounded to "roll", allowing steady, continuous pressure on the window sash throughout the opening process.

Abstract: A forcible entry tool apparatus is provided for use by firemen and the like for forcible entry into vehicles or structures to assist in rescue operations. The tool has a base with a prying foot movably attached to the base with a pin acting as a fulcrum point for movement of the prying foot. The handle is attached to the prying foot for moving the prying foot on the lever pin on the base and a stabilizing arm is removably attachable to the foot for bracing the foot while the handle is being operated to move the prying foot on the fulcrum pin. Both the handle and the stabilizing arm are telescoping members. The stabilizing arm has a bracing foot attached to one end and is attached to the base with a positioning bracket. The prying foot can have the fulcrum pin positioned at different points for different operations and the handle can be positioned in different positions relative to the foot for proper leverage for prying open doors and the like.

Abstract: An improved lever and pivot device for lifting and moving a load is disclosed which is particularly suitable for removing and replacing manhole covers and gratings.

Abstract: A construction tool for moving, positioning and holding a workpiece, such as a pipe or beam, or the like, relative to a selected work area, which may be the earth's surface, a pipe, a beam or other type of support. The tool includes a base, an upright support, a swivel, a pivoted lever and anchor means for securing the lever in a predetermined attitude relative to the upright support. The base in a selected form is readily interchanged with the upright support by a telescoping joint secured by a pin. This pin joint allows several extended positions of the upright support relative to the base for easy height adjustment. A universal swivel joint atop the upright support mounts the pivoted lever. The length of the lever at its mounting to the swivel head may be readily adjusted between selected lengths. One end of the lever is secured to the workpiece, e.g., by a chain, and the other end of the lever is secured by an anchor chain to the base to maintain it in a desired attitude.

Abstract: Apparatus for splitting logs including a base, a platform for supporting on end a log to be split, and a post mounted on the base. An axe head with a downwardly directed cutting edge is slideably received on the post which, in turn, is provided with a plurality of recesses facing in the direction of the cutting edge. A link extends between a handle and the axe head and is pivotally connected at its ends to the handle and the axe head. A fulcrum pin at one end of the handle is receivable in one of the recesses when the cutting edge is rested upon an upper end of the log. When a transverse force is applied to the end of the handle distant from the fulcrum pin, the handle is caused to rotate about the fulcrum pin from a raised position toward a lowered position forcing the cutting edge to enter the upper end of the log. With continued rotation of the handle, the cutting edge advances into the log toward its lower end at an ever faster rate, but with ever decreasing force.

Abstract: A portable sawmill is provided in which a rigid straight channel support is placed on a floor or on the ground with one end slightly elevated. A pair of longitudinally spaced log supports are mounted in the channel piece at a distance corresponding to the length of a log to be placed thereon. A carriage with rollers is mounted to ride along the upturned edges of the channel piece and is adapted to roll by gravity from the elevated end of the channel piece to the lower end. The carriage includes a bandsaw driven by a low horse power motor and is equipped with a release mechanism for automatically disengaging the drive between the motor and the saw at the end of a cutting stroke. A jacking mechanism and adjustable shelves on the log supports are included for raising the log to a new height after each cut.

Abstract: A base and an elongated support lever having one end thereof pivotally supported relative to the base for swinging of the support lever in an upstanding plane about an axis elevated relative to the base and for movement of the other free end of the support lever toward and away from a predetermined location on the base. An upright is carried by the base and defines a series of vertically spaced notches thereon and a downwardly facing wedge structure is carried by the free end of the support lever. The base defines support means for supporting an upstanding log section therefrom with the lower end of the log section disposed in the aforementioned predetermined location and an elongated actuating lever having anchor structure on one end is provided and the anchor structure is selectively releasably pivotally receivable in the notches and the actuating lever defines a handle on its end remote from the anchor structure.