Repairman's Creepers Patents (Class 280/32.6)
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Patent number: 11628555Abstract: A floor mat including a mat assembly, a frame assembly, a case assembly and a vehicle assembly is disclosed. The mat assembly includes a mat mounted to a frame of the frame assembly. A user lays on the mat and underneath a vehicle of the vehicle assembly needing repairs. Mounted onto the frame are lights. The lights are positioned to illuminate the vehicle and regions needing repairs. The user can complete repairs unassisted and at night with the lights. Underneath of the frame are wheels for maneuvering and positioning of the mat and the user underneath of the vehicle. The mat includes heating members to provide heat and comfort to the user as they work in harsh weather conditions. The case assembly includes a case for storing and transporting the frame. The floor mat increases the safety, comfort and efficiency of the user when repairs are being completed.Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2020Date of Patent: April 18, 2023Inventor: Travis Williams
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Patent number: 11612247Abstract: The present application relates to a shop chair with a seat cushion supported by a strong, light-weight base assembly with an elevated central hub that threadably receives a central column to adjust the height of the seat cushion. The base includes several vertically oriented thin plate legs that extend radially outward and downward from a central hub. The outer ends of the legs are joined by a stabilizing ring with a diameter larger than the seat cushion. Oversized caster wheels and the large footprint of the base provide a stable work platform. The seat cushion can be selectively lowered until the bottom of the central post is proximal to or contacts the ground. The chair and its base are particularly suited for work done closer to the ground.Type: GrantFiled: May 28, 2021Date of Patent: March 28, 2023Inventor: Christopher J. Rusch
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Patent number: 11234529Abstract: A back-support board including a leg assembly, a support assembly and an assistance assembly is disclosed. The leg assembly includes adjustable legs which have insertable pegs within for reinforcing the strength of the legs to be able to support weight thereon in a stable and safe manner. The support assembly includes a base having a reinforcing layer atop and further having a top layer thereon. The top layer being of a carpet or rubber material. Once a user needs to work underneath a tight space such as under a sink, the back-support board is adjusted to a proper height and allows for the user to lay down on the back-support board to comfortably work on the necessary task with their body supported on the back-support board. The back-support board is adjustable to allow fitting under different tight spaces for completing different tasks in a more comfortable manner.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 2019Date of Patent: February 1, 2022Inventor: Roy Edwards
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Patent number: 10893755Abstract: A backsaving device having a main body sized and shaped to corresponding to the height of an under-sink cabinet, such that when the backsaving device is disposed adjacent the under-sink cabinet, a top surface of said main body is generally coplanar with a bottom interior of said under-sink cabinet. This allows a worker working under the sink to lay back on the device comfortably without the edge of the cabinet digging into the back or shoulders. A rotatably flip may be used to bridge the gap between the device and sink to prevent pinching.Type: GrantFiled: September 5, 2018Date of Patent: January 19, 2021Assignee: Solution Development Group LLCInventor: Karl Dodge
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Patent number: 10787188Abstract: A baby carriage having lateral articulated joints, each lateral articulated joint having a connection for a leg of a push bar, a front wheel strut and/or a rear wheel strut, of which at least two elements of the baby carriage are pivotable relative to one another about an articulated axis extending transversely with respect to the travel direction of the baby carriage. The at least two elements of the baby carriage being connected at an articulated joint, so as to be pivotable relative to one another, coupled together in a rotatably fixed manner so as to not be pivotable to one another. The lateral articulated joints being configured to be selectively released and selectively fixed, whereby to permit selective pivoting of some elements of the baby carriage relative to other elements of the baby carriage.Type: GrantFiled: July 21, 2015Date of Patent: September 29, 2020Assignee: EnDePro GmbHInventor: Alexander Andre Popp
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Patent number: 10661431Abstract: An adjustable mechanic creeper includes a base having an upper surface, a lower surface, and a plurality of casters coupled to the lower surface. A height adjustment brace is coupled to the upper surface of the base. A table includes an upper surface, a lower surface, a front end, a rear end, and sides. The table is coupled to the height adjustment brace. The height adjustment brace is configured to raise and lower the table relative to the base. A seat includes a main frame and at least one cushion coupled to the main frame. The seat is slidably coupled to the upper surface of the table by a track extending from the front end of the table to the rear end of the table.Type: GrantFiled: March 8, 2019Date of Patent: May 26, 2020Inventor: Aaron James Hightower
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Patent number: 10569797Abstract: A ridable kart can have a body that supports a front wheel and movable rear wheels. The kart can include a motor that supports and drives the rear wheels. The motor and rear wheels are configured to tilt and rotate relative to the body of the kart. The body of the kart includes a concave space in which the front and rear wheels are positioned so that they are at least partially concealed by the body when viewed from the side of the kart.Type: GrantFiled: April 17, 2019Date of Patent: February 25, 2020Assignee: RAZOR USA LLCInventor: Ian Desberg
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Patent number: 10549418Abstract: An adjustable support device for providing support to a worker oriented facedown thereon for accessing a lower work area disposed lower than the worker, such as one that the worker needs to extend out over in order to access appropriately. The adjustable support device includes a main support assembly and a leg support section pivotally coupled to the main support assembly. The leg support section may be pivoted to be angled upward. The main support assembly includes a midsection support and a chest support slidably mounted to the midsection support for movement along the longitudinal axis relative to the midsection support. A frame may be provided, and the midsection support may be angled upward relative to the frame. The adjustable support device provides ergonomic support to a worker so that the worker is supported over the lower work area in a cantilever fashion. Related methods are disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 2018Date of Patent: February 4, 2020Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventor: Rebecca Leigh Cook
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Patent number: 10524576Abstract: A work chair includes a base frame including a transverse portion, a longitudinal portion vertically located on the transverse portion and a plurality of rollers provided at a bottom side thereof, a first pivoting frame pivotally connected to the transverse portion and biasable between a horizontal position and a vertical position, a second pivoting frame including a bottom support portion and a top support portion. The top support portion has one end thereof pivotally connected to the longitudinal portion of the base frame such that the second pivoting frame can be biased to move the top support portion from a vertical position to a horizontal position where the second pivoting frame is placed across the first pivoting frame.Type: GrantFiled: January 2, 2019Date of Patent: January 7, 2020Assignee: HIEVER CO., LTD.Inventors: Tony Huang, Jeffery Huang
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Patent number: 10492611Abstract: A dual-purpose work chair includes a base frame including a transverse portion, a longitudinal portion vertically located on the transverse portion and a plurality of rollers provided at the bottom side thereof, a first pivoting frame pivotally connected to the transverse portion and protruding beyond the base frame and biasable between a horizontal position and a vertical position, a lower seat cushion located on the first pivoting frame, a second pivoting frame pivotally connected to the longitudinal portion and biasable from a vertical position to a horizontal position across the first pivoting frame, and an upper seat cushion located on the second pivoting frame.Type: GrantFiled: January 2, 2019Date of Patent: December 3, 2019Assignee: HIEVER CO., LTD.Inventors: Tony Huang, Jeffery Huang
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Patent number: 10232504Abstract: A creeper includes a headrest pad, a body pad carried by a frame, and a hinge assembly between the headrest pad and the body pad. The hinge assembly includes a first bracket attached to the headrest pad and a second bracket attached to the body pad. A first arm is connected to each end of said first bracket and a second arm is attached to each end of the second bracket. A ratcheting hinge is connected between the first arms and between the second arms so that the headrest pad can be positioned at multiple locations relating to the body pad.Type: GrantFiled: August 22, 2017Date of Patent: March 19, 2019Assignee: Whiteside Mfg. Co.Inventors: Kirt E. Whiteside, Chad E. Mays, Terry L. Whiteside
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Patent number: 10092818Abstract: Skateboard having a board with a first platform and a second platform, fastenings fixed to the board, wheels rotatably mounted in the fastenings in order to move the board, a first frame-fixed to the first platform and a second frame fixed to the second platform, and connection means rotatably connecting the first frame to the second frame in such manner that the skateboard can be in an open position, in which the first platform and the second platform are aligned and coplanar, and in a closed position, in which the first platform and the second platform are parallel and disposed on different planes.Type: GrantFiled: June 16, 2016Date of Patent: October 9, 2018Assignee: LINKY INNOVATION SRLInventors: Fabio De Minicis, Cristiano Nardi, Paolo Pipponzi
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Patent number: 10086777Abstract: A vehicle trunk mat may include a first side and a second side. The second side is opposite the first side and includes a first surface having anti-slip characteristics. The vehicle trunk mat is shaped to cover a portion of a trunk cavity lower surface with the first side facing upward and sized for location upon a surface adjacent a vehicle tire mount location to assist in replacing a failed tire. The second side may further include indicia having tire change instructions thereupon. The second side may further include a reflector. The vehicle trunk mat may further include a foldable portion in which an upright configuration positions the reflector upright relative to an underlying surface. The second side may further include a second surface having soft characteristics to support a user thereupon. The second side may further include a receptacle sized to receive one or more wheel nuts.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2017Date of Patent: October 2, 2018Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLCInventor: Federico Emilio Mejia Barajas
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Patent number: 9925659Abstract: A mechanic's creeper and headrest apparatus includes a frame, a plurality of wheels or casters, a back support, and a movable headrest, and includes an electric motor-driven mechanism such as a linear actuator, cylinder, ram, rack, screw, gear, or other mechanism operable to raise and lower the headrest to a desired tilt or height. The electric motor-driven mechanism is preferably connected to a rocker switch mounted on the frame such that the user can selectively raise and lower the headrest with one hand by manipulation of the rocker switch. The frame also preferably includes a power switch and a battery to provide power to the electric motor drive mechanism.Type: GrantFiled: July 1, 2015Date of Patent: March 27, 2018Inventor: David L. Clemmer
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Patent number: 9820583Abstract: A bed with canopy, including a canopy, a bed, a solar energy converter, a power storage device, a controller, and a power consumer device is described herein. The bed is disposed below the canopy. The solar energy converter is disposed on the canopy. The power storage device, the contoller are electrically connected with the solar energy converter The power consumer device is electrically connected with the power storage device. The bed with canopy of the present invention not only remains the shielding function of the canopy and the lying or sitting function of the bed, but also a charging device utilizing solar energy is added for powering a power consumer device, the power consumer device is used cooperatively with electronic products to realize diversified functions of the electronic products such that more functions is expanded to meet the needs of users on diversified products.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 2017Date of Patent: November 21, 2017Assignee: ZHEJIANG YOTRIO GROUP CO., LTD.Inventor: Zubin Gu
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Patent number: 9802308Abstract: An illumination attachment apparatus for an automotive creeper is disclosed herein. The apparatus includes light sources, a rechargeable power supply source for supplying electric energy to the light sources, wiring for routing the electric energy to the light sources, cables for encasing the wiring, rails having a channel for circumscribing a portion of the creeper, and magnets disposed within each channel for magnetically attaching and detaching the apparatus to the creeper.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 2016Date of Patent: October 31, 2017Inventor: Jeremiah Coutts
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Patent number: 9725243Abstract: A container skate of synthetic material facilitates movement of a container. A sliding body has two inclined ends facilitating sliding of the body in opposite directions with a container thereon without further damage to the container or support surface over which it is moved. The body has an upstanding plug extendable into a container corner fitting so pulling of the container draws the body with it, sliding over a surface while bearing container weight. The body further includes a stop member extending therefrom and spaced from said plug.Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 2014Date of Patent: August 8, 2017Inventor: James R. Poynter
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Patent number: 9623551Abstract: An automotive creeper is disclosed herein. The automotive creeper includes a plurality of spaced-apart longitudinal frame members extending in a lengthwise direction of the automotive creeper; a plurality of spaced-apart, transverse frame members connected to each of the plurality of spaced-apart longitudinal frame members, at least one of the plurality of spaced-apart, transverse frame members including an open end that is configured to receive a support member of an automotive creeper accessory device inserted therein; and a body pad supported on one or more of the plurality of spaced-apart, transverse frame members, the body pad configured to accommodate a torso of a user resting thereon. A mechanics chair assembly that includes a mechanics chair and the automotive creeper is also disclosed herein.Type: GrantFiled: September 7, 2015Date of Patent: April 18, 2017Inventors: Craig Eugene Bowen, Richard Mark Spring
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Patent number: 9610682Abstract: A free arm worker support for floor and low wall workers includes a top section using a pillow type headrest and a specially designed head and body support deck. The head and body support deck has openings on each side that enable the worker to extend his arm and shoulder below while lying on his side. The head and body support deck is supported by a body support beam. A seat is supported by a seat support beam. The body support beam is pivotally attached by a pivot pin on a base section. The seat support beam is pivotally attached by a pivot pin on the base section. Each of the body and seat support beams are pivotally adjustable by adjustable struts using a lock pin locator. Riser blocks are used to provide space between the support beams and the base section to ensure a minimum free space for the workers arm and shoulder.Type: GrantFiled: January 5, 2016Date of Patent: April 4, 2017Inventor: Harvey Dale Shaner
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Patent number: 9549485Abstract: A frame includes a base frame that is formed of a framework formed in a substantially rectangular shape by square pipes and is provided with plural cutout portions on the lower surface sides of the square pipes that are long sides of the framework, a bracket that includes a plate section on which a caster is mounted, and in which a portion of the plate section is fitted into the cutout portion, and the caster that is mounted on the plate section and located further to the inside than an outer periphery of the framework when the base frame is viewed from the upper surface side.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2013Date of Patent: January 17, 2017Assignee: FUJI XEROX CO., LTD.Inventors: Hirotake Eguchi, Akira Harada, Shohei Matsunami
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Patent number: 9379528Abstract: A cable tray trolley having a cushioned body configured to support a human, a frame configured to support the body and wheels that roll atop the rails of a cable tray to enable the trolley to travel along the length of the cable tray, the cable tray supporting the trolley. The trolley has adjustable torso and pelvic cushions and an adjustable leg support. The trolley also comprises a brake mechanism to slow or stop the travel of the trolley along the length of the cable tray. The trolley wheels are attached to the frame with adjustable shafts to enable the trolley to fit cable trays of varying widths.Type: GrantFiled: December 2, 2013Date of Patent: June 28, 2016Assignee: RELIANCE INDUSTRIES, LLCInventors: Wiley Joe Shaw, Gary E. Choate
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Patent number: 9339928Abstract: A creeper (10) includes a frame (11) having spaced side rails (12) and cross rails (13) extending between the side rails (12). A pad (28) is carried by the cross rails (13) and is spaced from each side rail (12). Each side rail (12) has end portions (14, 15) which carry a caster assembly (17), and the cross rails (13) are positioned closer to each other than the caster assemblies (17) are from each other. Each side rail (12) also includes a raised portion (26) which is higher than the end portions (14, 15) when the caster assemblies (17) are on a surface, and a lower portion (23) which is lower than the end portions (14, 15) when the caster assemblies are on a surface.Type: GrantFiled: May 5, 2015Date of Patent: May 17, 2016Assignee: Whiteside Mfg. Co.Inventors: Shane Obitts, Kirt E. Whiteside
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Patent number: 9211896Abstract: A scooter with casters or similar devices enabling it to move smoothly with efficient change of direction. Also included is an outrigger with crosspieces that provide footrests for the rider. The crosspieces are shaped to enable two scooters to be attached in an assembly. The crosspiece is stored in locked and/or nested fashion in a storage cavity formed into the bottom surface of the scooter. A safety belt and backrest may be used with the scooter.Type: GrantFiled: December 23, 2013Date of Patent: December 15, 2015Assignee: Shield Mfg., Inc.Inventors: Robert Berghash, Amy Hangen, David Delisanti
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Patent number: 9193064Abstract: A personal positioning creeper (PPC) for assisting mechanics, technicians and factory workers who need access to various angles and heights on a vehicle, aircraft, factory equipment, etc. The PPC allows the operator to simultaneously maneuver from lying supine near the ground, to moving upward and rotating into a full sitting position without having to dismount the PPC. The PPC comprises: a three member frame system (base, seat, and backrest frame connected together with eight (8) bell cranks and four (4) linkage assemblies), all under the control of a hydraulic system. The hydraulic system comprises: 1) a hydraulic pump with an ergonomically designed pump actuator handle and a release valve; and, 2) a hydraulic cylinder connected to the hydraulic pump, and to the linkage assemblies to rotate the bell cranks. The resistance to the pumping action felt by the operator remains constant regardless of the height of the seat.Type: GrantFiled: May 17, 2014Date of Patent: November 24, 2015Assignee: THE EZ CREEPER COMPANY INC.Inventors: Vivian Dall'Armi, Gilles Rancourt
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Patent number: 9141226Abstract: There is provided a method of controlling a computer system of an interactive display system, comprising: predetermining one or more positions on an interactive display of the interactive display system; displaying an image representing the predetermined one or more positions; receiving data identifying one or more detected positions selected on the interactive display; comparing the detected positions and the predetermined positions, wherein in dependence on a match the computer system registers the interactive display with the computer systems.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 2009Date of Patent: September 22, 2015Assignee: Promethean LimitedInventors: Nigel Pearce, Paul Painter, Lee Nelson
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Patent number: 9126325Abstract: A creeper is provided wherein the creeper has a main frame comprising a front and a rear; wheels attached to the main frame; a handle attached to the mainframe rearward of said wheels; a platform slidably attached to the main frame and rail engagement brackets attached to the mainframe forward of the wheels. Pressure is applied to the handle thereby lifting the front of the main frame thereby supporting the creeper on the wheels. The creeper is moved to a position under the railcar. Pressure is removed from the handle thereby allowing the front of the creeper to lower wherein the rail engagement brackets engage with rails of a track. The personnel lays on the platform and slides the platform under the railcar.Type: GrantFiled: September 4, 2013Date of Patent: September 8, 2015Assignee: Sam Carbis Asset Management, LLCInventors: William Shane Meacham, William W. Just
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Publication number: 20150084293Abstract: A mechanic's creeper includes a front frame, a middle frame and a back frame. The front frame is configured to rotate with respect to the middle frame, and the middle frame is configured to rotate with respect to the back frame. A front pad mounted on the front frame has a top surface provided with a groove in which an LED strip light is received. The middle frame is pivotally connected to a bracket. The bracket is configured to rotate with respect to the middle frame between a position where it is parallel to the middle frame to a position where it is parallel to the back frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2014Publication date: March 26, 2015Inventor: Tony HUANG
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Publication number: 20140339783Abstract: A personal positioning creeper (PPC) for assisting mechanics, technicians and factory workers who need access to various angles and heights on a vehicle, aircraft, factory equipment, etc. The PPC allows the operator to simultaneously maneuver from lying supine near the ground, to moving upward and rotating into a full sitting position without having to dismount the PPC. The PPC comprises: a three member frame system (base, seat, and backrest frame connected together with eight (8) bell cranks and four (4) linkage assemblies), all under the control of a hydraulic system. The hydraulic system comprises: 1) a hydraulic pump with an ergonomically designed pump actuator handle and a release valve; and, 2) a hydraulic cylinder connected to the hydraulic pump, and to the linkage assemblies to rotate the bell cranks. The resistance to the pumping action felt by the operator remains constant regardless of the height of the seat.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 17, 2014Publication date: November 20, 2014Applicant: The Ez Creeper Company Inc.Inventors: Vivian Dall'Armi, Gilles Rancourt
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Patent number: 8844947Abstract: A mobile chair (10) includes a seat (11), and a tray (12) having a front edge (17) that is shorter than its rear edge (18). A caster assembly (14) is carried by the tray (12) at the front and rear corners of the tray (12). A brace assembly (13) attaches the seat (11) to the tray (12) and includes a tube portion (27) attached to the tray (12) between the caster assemblies (14) at the front corners of the tray (12) and tube portions (34) attached to the tray (12) near the rear corners.Type: GrantFiled: August 1, 2012Date of Patent: September 30, 2014Assignee: Whiteside Mfg. Co.Inventors: Kirt E. Whiteside, Shane Obitts, Braden C. Schenk
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Patent number: 8820755Abstract: A creeper (20) for a mechanic includes a top surface (21) and a bottom surface (22). The top surface (21) includes a headrest section (30), a shoulder-receiving section (31), a back-receiving section (32), and a buttocks-receiving section (33). The shoulder-receiving section (31) is wider than any of the other sections for comfortable full shoulder support of the user. The back-receiving section (32) and the buttocks-receiving section (33) are generally flat and the shoulder-receiving section (31) is generally uniformly inclined from the back-receiving section (32) upwardly to the headrest section (30) for the comfort of the neck of the user. Pockets (39) are formed on each side of the buttocks-receiving section (33), and radiused surfaces (41) extend from the side surfaces of the buttocks-receiving section (33) to the pockets (39) for the comfort of the user. The bottom surface (22) includes a plurality of parallel recesses (47) extending under all of the sections of the top surface (21).Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2013Date of Patent: September 2, 2014Assignee: Whiteside Mfg. Co.Inventors: Kirt E. Whiteside, Shane Obitts
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Publication number: 20140232075Abstract: A creeper (20) for a mechanic includes a top surface (21) and a bottom surface (22). The top surface (21) includes a headrest section (30), a shoulder-receiving section (31), a back-receiving section (32), and a buttocks-receiving section (33). The shoulder-receiving section (31) is wider than any of the other sections for comfortable full shoulder support of the user. The back-receiving section (32) and the buttocks-receiving section (33) are generally flat and the shoulder-receiving section (31) is generally uniformly inclined from the back-receiving section (32) upwardly to the headrest section (30) for the comfort of the neck of the user. Pockets (39) are formed on each side of the buttocks-receiving section (33), and radiused surfaces (41) extend from the side surfaces of the buttocks-receiving section (33) to the pockets (39) for the comfort of the user. The bottom surface (22) includes a plurality of parallel recesses (47) extending under all of the sections of the top surface (21).Type: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2013Publication date: August 21, 2014Applicant: WHITESIDE MFG. CO.Inventor: WHITESIDE MFG. CO.
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Patent number: 8777237Abstract: A creeper assembly is provided that includes a frame assembly supported on a plurality of wheels for movement along a support surface. The frame assembly includes a seat and a backrest that extends from the seat. The frame assembly is adjustable between a lowered lying position, wherein the seat and the backrest are in a horizontal position at a first height above the support surface, and a raised seated position, wherein the seat is in a horizontal position at a second height above the support surface and the backrest is inclined in an upright position relative to the seat. An actuator is provided on the frame assembly that is operable for adjusting the frame assembly between the lowered lying position and the raised seated position.Type: GrantFiled: July 10, 2012Date of Patent: July 15, 2014Inventors: Eric A. Brittingham, Kevin D. Ferguson
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Patent number: 8746708Abstract: A creeper for car repair which belongs to the technical field of basic hand tools, includes a creeper body and an object scraper mechanism which is pivotally connected with one end of the creeper body. The technical solution provided by the present invention is equipped to an object scraper mechanism which is pivotally connected with one end of the creeper body for unfolding from the creeper body and being perpendicular to the service creeper body when the operator is standing upright and heavy objects are carried, as well as laying against the back of the service creeper body when the scraper mechanism is not being used and is folded, thus facilitating the object transportation and reducing the work intensity for the operators.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2011Date of Patent: June 10, 2014Assignee: Changshu Tongrun Auto Accessory Co., Ltd.Inventor: Jingfang Wang
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Patent number: 8708347Abstract: A vehicle chassis inspection platform, or creeper, comprising a frame, a cushion layer, and several wheel assemblies is disclosed. The creeper includes a wheel assembly designed to minimize vertical clearance of the creeper wherein the wheel assembly includes a wheel platform with multiple possible positions for joining of the wheel platform to the creeper.Type: GrantFiled: January 11, 2012Date of Patent: April 29, 2014Assignee: Kai Hsiang Traffic Appliances Co. Ltd.Inventor: Jared W. Hanlon
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Publication number: 20140027990Abstract: An improved mechanic's creeper includes an integrated light bar having a plurality of lights that are powered by a rechargeable battery. A conventional rechargeable battery, for example a 19.2 volt battery, is charged in a charging cradle then engaged with the creeper for use. The mechanic uses the creeper in the ordinary manner, except may flip a switch for light as desired. The light bar pivots, thereby allowing the mechanic to illuminate underneath a car while working. After use the battery may be returned to the charging cradle for subsequent use. In an alternative embodiment the creeper is powered by a solar panel.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 26, 2013Publication date: January 30, 2014Inventor: BENITO TRIGLIA
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Patent number: 8632231Abstract: A mechanic's light incorporating illuminating light emitting diodes; a support frame having a light supporting end and a light covering end; a first hinge pivotally interconnecting the support frame's light supporting end and light covering end; and a second hinge pivotally interconnecting the illuminating light emitting diodes and the support frame's light supporting end, the support frame's ends being pivotably moveable between a protective “clam shell” position and an opened use position.Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 2010Date of Patent: January 21, 2014Inventors: Douglas R. McCullough, Carolyn S. Anderson
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Patent number: 8613454Abstract: An under hood service tray is provided that includes a vertical member attached to a tray and a base. The base is rendered mobile through a plurality of castors and has first and second longitudinally extending legs and a laterally extending leg located between and attached to both the first and second longitudinally extending legs. The pair of longitudinally extending legs and the laterally extending leg define an opening capable of receiving at least a portion of a tire attached to an automobile therein.Type: GrantFiled: September 4, 2009Date of Patent: December 24, 2013Assignee: KKU, Inc.Inventor: Patrick Foley
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Patent number: 8596651Abstract: A height adjustable work seat is disclosed. The work seat is collapsible and extendable, and has a base, a seat pan and four folding and lockable legs. Four wheels are mounted to the bottom of the base. The folding legs connect the seat pan to the base. Each folding leg pivots at the base, the seat pan and a center pivot. The seat pan is at a maximum height relative to the base with the four folding legs fully extended. The seat pan is at a minimum height relative to the base with the four folding legs fully folded. A releasable locking mechanism secures each of the folding legs in a fully extended condition. One or more crossbars may connect opposing sleeve locks, aiding in locking, unlocking, folding or extending the pair of legs between which each crossbar extends. The seat pan may have a seatback.Type: GrantFiled: August 15, 2011Date of Patent: December 3, 2013Inventor: James D. Canova
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Patent number: 8573607Abstract: A creeper is provided wherein the creeper has a main frame comprising a front and a rear; wheels attached to the main frame; a handle attached to the mainframe rearward of said wheels; a platform slidably attached to the main frame and rail engagement brackets attached to the mainframe forward of the wheels. Pressure is applied to the handle thereby lifting the front of the main frame thereby supporting the creeper on the wheels. The creeper is moved to a position under the railcar. Pressure is removed from the handle thereby allowing the front of the creeper to lower wherein the rail engagement brackets engage with rails of a track. The personnel lays on the platform and slides the platform under the railcar.Type: GrantFiled: August 25, 2010Date of Patent: November 5, 2013Assignee: Aluminum Ladder CompanyInventors: William Shane Meacham, William W. Just
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Patent number: 8505138Abstract: An adjustable back platform device featuring a base panel having side wall extending from side edges, the walls being positioned generally parallel to one another; a hole disposed in both the first side panel and in the second side panel, the holes function as handles to allow the adjustable back platform device to be lifted; and a first adjustable leg, a second adjustable leg, and a third adjustable leg, each adjustable leg being disposed on a bottom surface of the base panel, the adjustable legs allow a distance between the base panel and a floor surface to be modified; wherein when a user lies atop the base panel, the back platform device functions to raise the user's back a certain distance off the floor surface so as to align the user's back with a bottom floor of a cabinet.Type: GrantFiled: March 4, 2010Date of Patent: August 13, 2013Inventors: Thomas Minichiello, Roberta Minichiello
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Patent number: 8480097Abstract: A creeper is formed of a sheet-like material in a tubular configuration, wherein the material is formed of one or more layers joined to one another. The creeper has an inner side defining a coefficient of friction of not more than about 0.35. The material in bulk falls within an acceptable range of specified flexural rigidity, crease resistance and/or puncture resistance.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2012Date of Patent: July 9, 2013Assignee: Cloud Cap Innovations LLCInventors: John Farley Judge, Charles H. Lewis
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Patent number: 8430411Abstract: A selectively configurable trolley for transporting articles across a given terrain includes a housing having a top platform and sides that at least partially define an enclosure for mounting internal operating components therein. One or more roller bearings are disposed within the housing and all configured to rotatingly support a drive belt. A handle is attached to the housing for pushing or pulling the trolley and a guide roller is disposed at a proximal end of the housing and is angled relative to the roller bearings to facilitate rotation of the belt therearound.Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 2007Date of Patent: April 30, 2013Inventor: John L. Cornwell
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Patent number: 8403524Abstract: A lighting system for a vehicle maintenance platform includes a frame structure, a plurality of light sources and a rechargeable power source. The frame structure is capable of being detachably coupled to the vehicle maintenance platform. The plurality of light sources is disposed on the frame structure and is configured to illuminate a target region underneath a vehicle. The rechargeable power source is coupled to the frame structure and is electrically connected to the plurality of light sources. The rechargeable power source provides electrical power to the plurality of light sources. Further, a vehicle maintenance apparatus including the lighting system and the vehicle maintenance platform is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: September 15, 2009Date of Patent: March 26, 2013Inventor: Joseph Prosey
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Patent number: 8403525Abstract: A lighting system for a vehicle maintenance platform includes a support frame structure, a plurality of light sources and a rechargeable power source. The plurality of light sources is disposed on or within the frame structure and is configured to illuminate a target region underneath a vehicle. The rechargeable power source is contained within the frame structure and is electrically connected to the plurality of light sources. The rechargeable power source provides electrical power to the plurality of light sources. A vehicle maintenance apparatus including the lighting system and the vehicle maintenance platform is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: February 15, 2010Date of Patent: March 26, 2013Inventor: Joseph Prosey
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Publication number: 20130020774Abstract: A creeper assembly is provided that includes a frame assembly supported on a plurality of wheels for movement along a support surface. The frame assembly includes a seat and a backrest that extends from the seat. The frame assembly is adjustable between a lowered lying position, wherein the seat and the backrest are in a horizontal position at a first height above the support surface, and a raised seated position, wherein the seat is in a horizontal position at a second height above the support surface and the backrest is inclined in an upright position relative to the seat. An actuator is provided on the frame assembly that is operable for adjusting the frame assembly between the lowered lying position and the raised seated position.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 10, 2012Publication date: January 24, 2013Inventors: Eric A. Brittingham, Kevin D. Ferguson
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Publication number: 20130015630Abstract: A mechanic's creeper that is worn by the user includes a garment, a base attached to the back side of the garment and a plurality of ball casters attached to the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 13, 2011Publication date: January 17, 2013Inventor: George McAdams
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Publication number: 20120235371Abstract: A multiposition mechanic's creeper for use by a worker wherein the creeper transforms into multiple working configurations for supporting the worker. The creeper includes a main creeper frame, a back frame pivotally connected with the main frame, and a seat frame pivotally carried by the back frame. A guide assembly is connected between a lower end of the back frame and the main frame to guide movement of the back frame from a flat configuration to an upright chair configuration. An inclination mechanism provides for adjusting the inclination of the back frame relative to the seat frame in a flat configuration to provide a plurality of inclined back configurations. A pair of side braces pivotally connect the main frame and back frame on opposing sides.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2011Publication date: September 20, 2012Inventor: Craig S. SMITH
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Patent number: 8206002Abstract: A modular lighted floor mat for use beneath equipment for providing hands-free light necessary to work on the equipment. The modular lighted floor mat for use beneath equipment includes a lighted floor mat assembly including a base member, light-emitting members, and a transparent load-bearing cover being disposed over the light-emitting members and the base member and being capable of withstanding substantial weights and also being impervious to chemicals.Type: GrantFiled: December 28, 2009Date of Patent: June 26, 2012Inventor: Timothy Andrew Olson
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Publication number: 20120139198Abstract: A creeper for car repair which belongs to the technical field of basic hand tools, includes a creeper body and an object scraper mechanism which is pivotally connected with one end of the creeper body. The technical solution provided by the present invention is equipped to an object scraper mechanism which is pivotally connected with one end of the creeper body for unfolding from the creeper body and being perpendicular to the service creeper body when the operator is standing upright and heavy objects are carried, as well as laying against the back of the service creeper body when the scraper mechanism is not being used and is folded, thus facilitating the object transportation and reducing the work intensity for the operators.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2011Publication date: June 7, 2012Inventor: Jingfang Wang
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Publication number: 20120091673Abstract: A creeper is provided wherein the creeper has a main frame having a front, a rear, a first side, and an opposing second side. The main frame also includes wheels attached at the front and rear of the main frame, a handle attached at the rear of the main frame, and a rotatable platform. Pressure is applied to the handle thereby lifting the main frame onto railway tracks positioned under a railcar so that personnel can obtain access under the railcar and perform maintenance and work to the underside of the railcar.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2011Publication date: April 19, 2012Inventors: William Shane Meacham, William W. Just