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 manhole cover lifting device has an elongated member which extends a length between a first end and a second end. A handle is connected to the first end and a scraping hook is connected to the second end. An adjustable member slides along the elongated member between a first stop and a second stop. A carriage hook is adjustably connected to the adjustable member.

Abstract: An equipment support rack assembly for holding equipment during the maintenance thereof includes a base with a top wall, a bottom wall and a perimeter wall. The perimeter has an aperture to access an interior of the base. A rod is attached to the base and receives a spool of cutting line. A plurality of legs each has a top end and a bottom end. Each of the legs extends upwardly from the upper surface. A platform has a top side and a bottom side. The bottom side is attached to the top ends of each of the legs. The top side has an opening extending through the top and bottom sides. The opening is configured to receive a weed trimmer or to allow access to a bottom side of a lawn mower positioned on the top side.

Abstract: A pump jack for driving a reciprocating pump is provided. The pump jack comprises a support base and a support frame mounted thereto. A hydraulic cylinder is mounted to the support frame. A pulley mechanism is connected to a piston of the hydraulic cylinder, the support frame, and to a sucker rod of the reciprocating pump. The pulley mechanism translates movement of the piston into movement of the sucker rod such that pushing action of the piston provides pulling action acting on the sucker rod. A drive mechanism connected to the hydraulic cylinder for actuating the hydraulic cylinder.

Abstract: The present invention includes a tool for extracting objects that are embedded in the ground; such as plants, posts, and cables. The extractor comprises a puller pole attached to a curved fulcrum and a parallel, offset, engagement pole. The object extractor includes a locator used for aligning objects with the object extractor. The engagement pole incorporates cabling and ratcheting systems, which assist in the tightening of the embedded object to the apparatus. An individual then applies sufficient pulling force to the puller pole resulting in extraction of the object from the ground.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for prying up boards nailed to raised edges of support members, as in deconstruction of buildings, using a deconstruction pry bar having a relatively long shank extending upward from a fulcrum having a lateral axis, and a relatively short claw with at least one tang that extends downward from the fulcrum. Each tang is laterally offset relative to the fulcrum to enable a user to pry up boards by positioning the pry bar fulcrum for pivoting on top of the raised support member edge while the tang of the prying claw extends along a side of the support member, and then using lever action to convert a downward force on the shank to a greater upward force applied under the board by the claw tang.

Abstract: A tool for snapping and then extracting a loop panel tie from a workpiece which comprises a handle. A head extends at a right angle from the handle. A mechanism in the head is for snapping the loop panel tie in the workpiece. A mechanism on the handle at the head is for extracting the loop panel tie from the workpiece.

Abstract: An off-road motorcycle stand is selectively adjustable between vertically-aligned and vertically-offset positions such that a user can drive a variety of motorcycles to the stand, lean the motorcycle onto the top plate and quickly park the motorcycle. Such a motorcycle stand preferably includes a base, a first support member connected to the base, and a second support member statically attached to the first support member such that the second support member is capable of engaging a portion of an existing motorcycle thereon. In this manner, the first support member may be selectively pivotal between vertically-aligned and vertically-offset positions relative to a centrally registered longitudinal axis of the base.

Abstract: A lifting apparatus is provided having an elongated support member and an elongated lift member pivotably coupled together to move between a retracted configuration in which a distal end of the lift member is near a base end of the support member and an expanded configuration in which the distal end of the lift member is remote from the base end of the support member to support a load in an elevated position. A biasing device is coupled between the support member and the lift member to selectively move the lifting apparatus between the retracted configuration and the expanded configuration, a first end of the biasing device pivotably coupled to the base end of the support member and a second end of the biasing device pivotably coupled to the lift member. A base may be pivotably coupled to the support member to engage the ground surface during lifting operations.

Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure include a jack stand. The stand may include one or more of: a housing, elongated support, engagement element, engagement element receiver, and a modulator. The housing may be adapted for receiving the elongated support. The elongated support may be configured for being associated with the housing, and may include one or more, e.g., a plurality of engagement element receivers. The plurality of receivers may be positioned sequentially along a length of the support and may be configured for receiving a portion an engagement element. The engagement element, therefore, may be adapted for removably engaging the engagement element receivers in sequential fashion, wherein the sequential engagement of the engagement element receivers by the engagement element causes the elongated support to move. The modulator may be associated to the engagement element and configured for modulating the engagement of the engagement element with the plurality of receivers.

Abstract: A pliers fencing tool includes a wedge having a through slot for engagement with the rotatably mounted ratcheted sprocket teeth of a fence wire strainer suspended between the fence wire looped ends. Through slot engaged caused the teeth to rotate from a first to a second ratcheted position and thereby strain the fence wire. A grip having a thumb receiving recess and thumb guard is provided between the wedge and the means for pivotably connecting the handles, and the handles are gripped at the grip portion with the wedge distally disposed.

Abstract: The tool for handling a cover, in particular covers for sewers or vents, or for manholes, relates to the covers of sewers or vents or manholes, having a substantially planar top surface. The tool includes a holder defining a surface for engaging with the top surface of a cover, a lifting fulcrum, and a handle. The handle has one end spaced apart from the lifting fulcrum. The holder, fulcrum and handle are arranged such that a force exerted by an operator on the one end is transmitted as a force on the holder by the lifting fulcrum. The holder includes a leg connected to the handle and is rigidly configured such that, in the position for lifting a cover, the assembly formed of the cover- and the holder with the leg is rigid. The invention further relates to a method for removing or re-placing such a cover.

Abstract: For lifting, aligning and holding a side-hinged door during its installation into a door frame, an improved hand tool, of the type having an elongated base with proximal and distal ends, a fulcrum attached to the base near its distal end, and a pivoting lever, has the improvements of: (a) a vertical guide extending from the base proximate its proximal end, and (b) a movable lifting member having side portions that have a configuration which is adapted to align and cooperate with the vertical guides so as to limit the movement of the lifting member to only vertical motions, and with this lifting member having a front surface that that is configured to allow it to be easily placed beneath the bottom surface of a door and to support the door over a sufficient part of its width so as to minimize the chance of the lateral tilting of the door when it is being installed.

Abstract: The motorcycle stand is capable of lifting the front of a motorcycle from either below the front axle or from the hollow steering stem of the motorcycle with no reconfiguration. The modular design also allows components to be removed or omitted to make it capable of lifting from one location or the other with less weight and a lower purchase cost. It's unique and innovative pivot axis uses the outside diameter of two co-linear tubes to lift from the steering stem. The inside diameter of the same tubes serve as pivots for swivel components that lift from below the front axle. A unique method of index-able, height adjustability allow the user to tailor to his/her preference for leverage or to adapt to a specific motorcycle.

Abstract: A hand tool (10), including: a handle (14) at a handle end (16) of an elongated main body (12); an arcuate shaped contact surface (20) on a base end (22) of the elongated main body opposite the handle end; a support strut (35) extending laterally from the elongated main body; and a connection structure (26) disposed at a distal end of the support strut, between the handle end and the arcuate shaped contact surface. The handle is positioned on a concave side (18) of the arcuate shaped contact surface along a line (50) perpendicular to a tangent (52) of the arcuate shaped contact surface, and the perpendicular line traverses a middle 80% of the arcuate shaped contact surface.

Abstract: The motorcycle stand is capable of lifting the front of a motorcycle from either below the front axle or from the hollow steering stem of the motorcycle with no reconfiguration. The modular design also allows components to be removed or omitted to make it capable of lifting from one location or the other with less weight and a lower purchase cost. It's unique and innovative pivot axis uses the outside diameter of two co-linear tubes to lift from the steering stem. The inside diameter of the same tubes serve as pivots for swivel components that lift from below the front axle. A unique method of index-able, height adjustability allow the user to tailor to his/her preference for leverage or to adapt to a specific motorcycle.

Abstract: An adjustable motorcycle prop jack comprised of a hinging device with an over-center locking action for lifting and holding in place a motorcycle's rear wheel by lifting the motorcycle's right side over the pivot line formed between the tip of its side stand and the contact point of the front tire to facilitate maintenance requiring the rear wheel to spin freely. The invention is comprised of a base and lifting arm, and a pin and spacers inserted between the two to form a hinge. The motorcycle is lifted by placing the base of the invention perpendicular to, and on the ground, and the lifting arm under a lifting point on the rear right side of the motorcycle with the invention forming an obtuse angle. Upon engagement, the invention lifts the rear of the motorcycle off the ground and locks in an over-center position.

Abstract: A land-clearing implement configured to be attached to a small earth-moving machine, such as a skid loader. The land-clearing device has a pusher assembly with telescopically extendable actuator arms that are operated by a hydraulic auxiliary source accessible from the interior of the earthmoving machine. When the actuator arms are extended, the forward end of the pusher assembly applies a pushing force on the trunk of a tree, pushing the tree until uprooted. The pusher assembly is supported by a mounting bracket that rests on the ground and provides stability to the pusher assembly. A pair of opposing grabber arms with C-shaped hooks is secured to the pusher assembly by pivoting securing rods. The grabber arms partially encircle and the C-shaped hooks dig into the root ball of the tree to provide stability as the pusher assembly is engaged.

Abstract: A post removal system having a base plate, a vertical support plate extending upwardly from a top surface of the base plate, and a handle pivotally attached to a top edge of the vertical support plate via a pivot pin, the handle is positioned atop the vertical support plate such that the vertical support plate is at a point between the midpoint and the first end of the handle, the pivot pin is perpendicular to the handle, the handle can pivot upwardly and downwardly about the pivot pin, and a stake gripping component pivotally attached to the first end of the handle via a hinge, the stake gripping component can pivot upwardly and downwardly about the hinge with respect to the handle, the stake gripping component having a slot in a side adjacent to the hinge, wherein the slot is adapted to temporarily accept a stake.

Abstract: A post removal device (10), including a support (11), and a lever (12) which is rotatable about a fulcrum (13). The lever (12) extends on either side of the fulcrum (13) to define a first portion (14) and a second portion (15), whereby downward movement of the first portion (14) results in upward movement of the second portion (15). The second portion (15) is connected to a gripping arrangement (19) which includes a pair of post grippers (23), which are movable during rotation of the lever (12), from an open condition to a gripping condition. The extent of rotational movement of the lever (12) is sufficient for the grippers (23) to move from the open condition to the gripping condition and for the gripping arrangement (19) to be lifted with the grippers (23) in the gripping condition for lifting a post.

Abstract: A gripper for pulling arrows, wherein the gripper comprises a handle, a gripper head and three hinges. The handle and gripper head comprising two first legs extending in an elongated manner, which are connected to one another via the first hinge, which has a first rotation axis aligned transversely to the elongated extension of the legs, so that two counteracting levers are provided via a first hinge as a first support, wherein two lever arm sections act as force arm sections and arranged on the handle and two lever arm sections act as load arm sections and consequently are arranged on the gripper head, and wherein on each of the two lever arm sections that are arranged on the gripper head, a gripper jaw is pivoted in the interior of the gripper head via a second hinge.

Abstract: A manhole cover extractor that pulls and lifts weighty horizontal items such as manhole covers and handhold enclosure covers that are lifted perpendicular from one side and pulled from the original position, removed and on same plane able to lift and move cover back to the original setting or simply move cover as to not create a tripping hazard; the tool consists of a T-bar which gives the necessary fulcrum for effortless removal and management of cumbersome manhole covers, the T-bar is comprised with handles to control the load. A polypropylene strap which is doubled back with reinforced cross stitching and J-hook which engages the object(s) listed and the aforementioned polypropylene strap is docked to the T-bar handle. Pneumatic all-terrain tires that are attached to an axle that is secured to the T-bar handle through the A-frame of the dolly.

Abstract: A safety tool is specifically adapted to aid in opening hinged rear doors of industrial containers safely, while also ensuring that the operator of the safety tool remain outside the potential zone of danger whenever the rear door has the potential to swing open. The present safety tool not only provides convenience and leverage for commonly performed door opening procedures, but also ensures that the operator's body and hands remain safely distanced from the direction of door travel and the potential discharge path of material contained within the cargo box. In addition, the present safety tool is lightweight and compact, allowing the tool to be easily stowed in or around a cargo box and/or truck to and thereby ensure that the safety tool is available whenever it may be needed to aid in opening and/or closing the cargo box door.

Abstract: A dirtbike maintenance apparatus (DMA) (10) having a dirtbike ramp (12); a dirtbike support assembly (42) with a lower horizontal member (44), a right vertical telescoping member (54), a left vertical telescoping member (78), an frame engagement plate (98); and an assembly attachment member (128); a front tire engagement assembly (134) with a hingedly attached tire plate (138); a right telescoping member (164) and a left telescoping member (194). The DMA (10) is placed on a level surface and a dirtbike (240) is directed onto and along the ramp (12). Once the dirtbike's front tire (242) contacts the tire plate (138), the engagement assembly (134) pivots forward, thereby pulling forward the right and left telescoping members (164,194). At the opposite end the telescoping members (164,194) are attached to the dirtbike support assembly (42).

Abstract: A probe bar remover (10) for loosening and removing probe bars from the ground includes an elongated member (12) with an engagement end and a handling end. The elongated member (12) also includes a foot plate (18) along the elongated member (12) oriented toward the handling end. A bar engagement member (20) is coupled to the elongated member (12) at the engagement end and can include an engagement gap (22) for engaging a probe bar (15). A fulcrum (24) can be oriented along the elongated member (12), which contacts a ground surface, and a handlebar (26) is removably coupled to the handling end of the elongated member. To remove probe bars from a ground surface, the probe bar remover (10) can be engaged with an exposed portion of a probe bar (15) and a downward force is exerted on the foot plate (18) so as to at least loosen the probe bar (15) from the ground.

Abstract: The invention relates to a tool (1) for forcing a door comprising:—an elongated shaft (2); and—a head (5) fixed to the shaft (2) at the front end thereof, the head (5) having a base part (6) provided with a striking surface (7) on a first side for receiving impacts from a striking tool and a wedge part (8) extending from the base part on the opposite side thereof essentially perpendicularly to the longitudinal axis of the shaft. The wedge part comprises a top surface, a bottom surface and two side walls extending between the top surface and the bottom surface on opposite sides of the wedge part. Each one of the side walls is provided with cutting edges (44) extending in parallel to each other or at least essentially in parallel to each other between the bottom surface and the top surface.

Abstract: The leverage device is intended to be installed on motorcycle stands that currently use a hex head machine screw for width adjustment. It consists of a) a female hex portion to mate with the hex head of the machine screw, b) a lever portion to be actuated by the user and c) a flat bottom to keep it captive to the machine screw. The device allows the user to loosen the screw slightly for width adjustment then re-tighten it without the use of tools. The low profile device is installed on the motorcycle stand to become a permanent part of the stand, unlike a wrench that is separate.

Abstract: A pry bar sliding fulcrum assembly having a fulcrum and saddle which slidably mates with a conventional prybar and which provides a greater force onto a work material than the conventional prybar alone. The pry bar sliding fulcrum assembly easily and quickly slides away from the work material when a conventional prybar function is desired and slides toward the work material when an enhanced application force or greater prybar end displacement is required. The assembly uniquely mates with or is held with the prybar end whereby the assembly retains a static position relative to the prybar during use.

Abstract: A device for handling a rotor blade of a wind turbine is provided. The device includes a frame which defines an inner space for at least partially accommodating the rotor blade. The device further includes a blade support which is arranged in the inner space and mounted to the frame, and a first lever arm. The first lever arm is pivotably mounted to the frame and includes a retaining end arranged in the inner space and an actuator end which is movable to rotate the first lever arm so that the rotor blade is retained between the blade support and the retaining end.

Abstract: An apparatus may comprise a lever operable to rotate a crank arm. The apparatus may further comprise a slotted member affixed to an end of the lever. The slotted member may be operable to clip around a first handle of the crank arm. The apparatus may further comprise an alignment member affixed to the lever. The alignment member may comprise a hole that receives a second handle of the crank arm. The apparatus may further comprise a third handle affixed to the lever such that a force applied to the third handle causes the lever to rotate. The rotation of the lever may cause the crank arm to rotate in a particular plane. The third handle may be offset from the particular plane.

Abstract: The invention provides an improved leveraging tool configured to safely lift a tire to a tire hub. Manufactured of an approximately one half inch powder coated and rust resistant steel rod, the Wheel Weasel features a triangle shaped framework, forming a base, two elongated and extended parallel arms extend from the corners of the base. The other two sides of the triangle culminate in a handle. The parallel arms are designed to slide beneath the tire. This base and arms cradle the tire and enables the user to lift it up off the ground. The two sides of the triangle extend downward and out from the handle at approximately a forty five degree angle.

Abstract: A handle structure suitable for disposing on a surface of a carrier is provided. The carrier has a locating part is assemble to a case. The handle structure includes a holder, an elastic element and a fastening element. The holder has a rotating axis and a locating element, and has a first end and a second end opposite thereto. The rotating axis connecting to the carrier is disposed on the first end, and the holder is pivoted on the surface. The locating element disposed on the first end interferes with the locating part. The elastic element has a first fixing part fixed to the carrier and a pushing part connected to the first fixing part and pushing against the holder. The fastening element has a second fixing part fixed to the carrier and a fastening part connected to the second fixing part and fastened to the second end.

Abstract: A versatile lever-type decking and plank removal tool for more efficiently prying floor-boards from deck foundations and floor-joists to which they are nailed. The decking and plank removal tool uses an offset inverted hook to tear off any deckboard in any configuration in seconds with a minimum of effort, allowing the user to remain completely upright for the entire process.

Abstract: A hive tool comprises an integrally formed elongated flat bar shaft with concavely shaped sides having a “Z” shaped portion at one end of the longitudinal axis and a gradually tapered straight edge on the other end. The “Z” shape end thereof is proportioned to slide between the frames of a hive box in the bee space and engages a top bar of a frame. The portion of the “Z” shape adjacent to the shaft provides a fulcrum holding one frame in place, while simultaneously lifting the other with an end flanged plane. A thrust and throw of the lever handle is required for operation.

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: An adjustable motorcycle prop jack comprised of a hinging device with an over-centre locking action for lifting and holding in place a motorcycle's rear wheel by lifting the motorcycle's right side over the pivot line formed between the tip of its side stand and the contact point of the front tire to facilitate maintenance requiring the rear wheel to spin freely. The invention is comprised of a base and lifting arm, and a pin and spacers inserted between the two to form a hinge. The motorcycle is lifted by placing the base of the invention perpendicular to, and on the ground, and the lifting arm under a lifting point on the rear right side of the motorcycle with the invention forming an obtuse angle. Upon engagement, the invention lifts the rear of the motorcycle off the ground and locks in an over-centre position.

Abstract: For lifting, aligning and holding a side-hinged door during its installation into a door frame, an improved hand tool, of the type having an elongated base with proximal and distal ends, a fulcrum attached to the base near its distal end, and a pivoting lever, has the improvements of: (a) a vertical guide extending from the base proximate its proximal end, and (b) a movable lifting member having side portions that have a configuration which is adapted to align and cooperate with the vertical guides so as to limit the movement of the lifting member to only vertical motions, and with this lifting member having a front surface that that is configured to allow it to be easily placed beneath the bottom surface of a door and to support the door over a sufficient part of its width so as to minimize the chance of the lateral tilting of the door when it is being installed.

Abstract: According to one embodiment of the present invention, a shelf organizing apparatus is provided. According to this embodiment, the shelf aligning apparatus comprises a flat elongated arm unit having a handle at one end and a hinge at the other end. A trigger is attached to the handle and a flat paddle is attached to the hinge. A cable connects the trigger to the paddle such that in a first position of the trigger, the paddle is aligned in the plane of the arm unit and in a second position of the trigger, the paddle is disposed at an angle with respect to the plane of the arm unit. The shelf organizing apparatus may be used by inserting in between rows of goods when in the first position. Then, with the shelf organizing apparatus in the second position, it may be used to line up the goods in an even row and to pull the row of goods towards the front of the shelf.

Abstract: A membrane puller and related method. The puller includes a frame including a front end and a rear end, a lever assembly, a clamp assembly carried by the frame and including an elongate body slidably received by the front end of the frame and a clamp member fixed to the body, and a cable having one end attached to the lever assembly and another end attached to the clamp assembly, wherein the lever assembly is movable toward the front end of the frame to place the cable in tension to pull the clamp assembly toward the front end of the frame such that the elongate body slidably moves toward the rear end of the frame.

Abstract: A rod assembly driver which is alternately acting in two opposing directions includes two opposing grip jaws for a rod assembly, which grip jaws are hingedly connected to one another in the form of a parallelogram by pairs of plates.

Abstract: An apparatus for releasably attaching a pushing tool to one work piece such that a pushing force can be applied to a second work piece and allow alignment of the two work pieces for joining the work pieces together.

Abstract: A tool and system for lath and plaster removal. The lath and plaster removal tool is a specialty multi-purpose demolition tool device designed specifically for prying lath and plaster off of walls and ceilings. This tool facilitates the fast and easy removal of both materials at the same time, while also keeping the items separate for easy cleanup. The product is ideal for use by contractors, homeowners, and individuals who wish to remove lath and plaster in buildings. Using this tool of the present invention allows consumers to remove the material in greater quantities, as well as enables them to pry the material off in line with the wall studs, making the process much simpler. The tool may be used in other construction and demolition operations.

Abstract: A hand tool for lifting and separating objects. The hand tool includes a body member and a handle member. The body member includes a shaft member having a linear configuration, a neck member, and an elongated member. The shaft member includes a first end portion and a second end portion. The first end portion of the shaft member is tapered into a planar surface. The neck member extends obtusely from the second end portion of the shaft member. The neck member includes a proximal end portion and a distal end portion such that the proximal end portion of the neck member merges with the second end portion of the shaft member. The elongated member extends from the distal end portion of the neck member, such that, the elongated member is substantially parallel to the shaft member. The handle member is configured on the elongated member.

Abstract: A roll medium lifting device of a recording apparatus includes: an elevating unit that has a loading unit therein and can be raised and lowered in the vertical direction; an operation lever that is rotatable about a fulcrum; and a cam that performs force transmission by converting rotational movement of the operation lever in the vertical direction to vertical movement of the elevating unit at a position closer to the fulcrum in the operation lever. Further, when the operation lever is rotated to cause the cam to move the elevating unit upward, a portion of the cam that makes contact with the elevating unit faces to the moving direction when the elevating unit is moved upward.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an assembly having in combination an apparatus and a smooth and rigid plane on which the apparatus moves. The assembly allows, when activated by the foot of the user acting as a drive and directive force, the door to be raised and movements from bottom to top, front to back, right to left and vice versa to be executed, while the hands of the user no longer carry the load and are free to intervene.

Abstract: A valve stem puller or holder, comprising an elongated handle with a clevis at one end, the clevis being formed by two side portions, and a hollow, partly cylindrical stem connector pivotally mounted between the side portions and movable between a first position in which the stem connector is coaxial with said handle and a second position in which the axis of the stem connector is at a large angle to the handle. The stem connector has an inner end in the form of a nipple configured to receive air pressure supply means, and the base of the handle between the side portions has a spring mounted detent element positioned so as to interact with the inlet of the nipple to releasably hold the stem connector in place.

Abstract: A prying tool includes a shank having an engaging portion and two prongs moveably mounted on the engaging portion of the shank. The prongs define a space therebetween such that an item to be pried is received in the space. The prongs are operably moveable so that the space is variable in size. Further, two positioning devices are utilized for holding the two prongs stationary with respect to the engaging portion of the shank respectively.

Abstract: A hive tool comprises an integrally formed elongated flat bar shaft with concavely shaped sides having a “Z” shaped portion at one end of the longitudinal axis and a gradually tapered straight edge on the other end. The “Z” shape end thereof is proportioned to slide between the frames of a hive box in the bee space and engages a top bar of a frame. The portion of the “Z” shape adjacent to the shaft provides a fulcrum holding one frame in place, while simultaneously lifting the other with an end flanged plane. A thrust and throw of the lever handle is required for operation.

Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed for attachment to a jack including a first axle. The apparatus includes a fulcrum wheel disposed on a second axle, the second axle being connected directly or indirectly to the first axle. A lever has a first end connected directly or indirectly to the second axle and a second end having a terminus. A first line intersects the first axle and second axle. A second line intersects the second axle and the lever terminus. The first and second lines meet at an obtuse angle. In another aspect, an apparatus is disclosed including a jack having a first axle, an extension member, and a fulcrum wheel is disposed on a second axle connected to the extension member. A lever has a first end attachable to the extension member proximate the second axle. A method of moving a jack relative to a ground surface is also disclosed.

Abstract: A door and board lifting device comprising a foot operated lever and locking means wherein said locking means is operative to releasably secure the lever in a substantially fixed position.