Abstract: A level with a clip and removable end cap is provided. The end cap includes an outer member and locking member received within a clip that is affixed inside an end of the level. The locking member is inserted into the outer member pushing a moveable portion of the outer member into an engagement, such as a shearing engagement, that holds the end cap assembly in place relative to the level body. The clip includes a projection that interfaces with an aperture in the level frame.

Abstract: A device 1 mountable to an upright ST. The device comprises a body 3 and an arm 5. The body is reversible relative to the upright, about an upright axis, from a first orientation to a second orientation. The body comprises first contacting portions 3a (arranged to contact a front of the upright when the body is in the first orientation) and second contacting portions 3b (arranged to contact a front of the upright when the body is in the second orientation). The arm is movable relative to the body from a first position (in which the arm extends rearwardly beyond the first contacting portions to pass one side of the upright and engage a rear of the upright) to a second position (in which the arm extends rearwardly beyond the second contacting portions to pass another side of the upright and engage the rear of the upright).

Abstract: A method is provided for setting up of an object, where the alignment of the object on a target angle is checked by means of a spirit level having a body, where in the end areas of the spirit level are clamping elements are arranged. The method comprises the step: clamping of the spirit level between object areas when the object is aligned outside the vertical, setting up of the object, a signal being generated by a sensor integrated in the spirit level upon the target angle being reached, and fixing of the object in its target angle position.

Abstract: An example combination tool for marking, measuring, and checking level includes a holder for a marking device (e.g., a soapstone). The holder has a body formed by a first side, a second side, a front side, a back side a top side, and a flat bottom side. A securement releasably secures the marking device at least partially within the body. Turning the securement in a first direction tightens the marking device within the body of the holder. Turning the securement in a second direction loosens the marking device in the body of the holder so that the marking device slides in and out through an opening formed in the front side of the body to adjust a position of the marking device for use in marking. The example combination tool may also include measuring markings, a level, a clip, and a grip.

Abstract: A system and method for positioning hanging objects includes a transfer sheet capable of being marked (e.g. paper) is releasably attached to a positioning member having a ledge that can be aligned with a top surface of an object being hung (e.g. picture); the transfer sheet is then marked (creating a transfer mark) at the location of the object's mounting portion (e.g. hook); the ledge is then positioned as desired (e.g. against a wall), and aligned using a built in level; a mark is made on the wall using the transfer mark (e.g. using a pencil through the transfer mark); a fastener (e.g. nail) is then fixed to the wall at the location of the mark; the object is then hung. Thus, the tedious and often erroneous process of calculating where the hole should be using measuring devices is eliminated.

Abstract: A post levelling device (10) comprising a support frame (12) engageable with a post (22). First and second legs (14, 16) are provided extending outwardly from support frame (12) such that the first and second legs (14, 16) are oriented in perpendicular first and second vertical planes. First and second level indicators (38, 40) arranged to indicate the angle of the support frame (12) relative to the vertical in each of the first and second vertical planes. One or more securing members (36, 37) extend from the support frame (12) to secure around the post (22). The first and second legs (14, 16) are length adjustable such that lower ends of the first and second legs (14, 16) may be engaged with the ground adjacent the post (22) and shortened or lengthened to adjust the support frame (12) to be oriented vertically.

Abstract: An alignment device, systems and methods where the device includes a guide, a support and a connector which engages the guide and the support. The guide may be a relatively flat piece attachable to and edge of a frame for framing a window or a door. In one aspect the guide member a slot, support attaches to an object such as a window or a door (or is integral with an object such as a window or door) which is to be aligned with the frame. The connector threads within a hole associated with the object, such as a hole of a support connected to a jamb of a window. The connector engages a slot of the guide and the device allows for desired alignment of an object within a frame by transferring rotational movement to linear movement.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a leveling apparatus, methods of using the leveling apparatus, and kits that include the leveling apparatus. The leveling apparatus is useful in various applications, including, without limitation, those applications that involve positioning a planar object (e.g., a wall stencil) against a substantially vertical surface (e.g., a wall) at a desired angle relative to horizontal (e.g., relative to the floor or ceiling).

Abstract: A device for determining the relationship of a surface relative to level is provided, the device having an elongated body portion and at least one attachment portion for attaching the elongated body portion to a workpiece. The at least one attachment portion may include a clamp or other attachment mechanism that can be stored in a storage position and deployed in at least one deployed position so as to attach the elongated body portion to the workpiece.

Abstract: A device for determining the relationship of a surface relative to level is provided, the device having an elongated body portion and at least one attachment portion for attaching the elongated body portion to a workpiece. The at least one attachment portion may include a clamp or other attachment mechanism that can be stored in a storage position and deployed in at least one deployed position so as to attach the elongated body portion to the workpiece.

Abstract: A hands-free level for gauging structural-member orientation. The level includes an elongate frame with two side-faces and at least one main reference surface extending therealong and having a mainwidth, a level indicator secured to the frame, and a support arm to facilitate holding of the reference surface against the stud. The support arm has a proximal end and extends to a free distal end which includes an end member. The proximal end is pivotably secured to the frame about a pivot axis such that the distal end and end member are movable between a storage position along one of the side-faces and a use position beyond the reference surface and stud. A coil spring is about the pivot axis biases the distal end and end member to the storage position. The end member extends from the distal end and terminates in a stud-engaging portion. When the reference surface is against a stud surface, the stud-engaging portion engages the stud for hands-free holding of the level thereagainst.

Abstract: A hands-free level for gauging structural-member orientation. The level includes an elongate frame with two side-faces and at least one main reference surface extending therealong and having a mainwidth, a level indicator secured to the frame, and a support arm to facilitate holding of the reference surface against the stud. The support arm has a proximal end and extends to a free distal end which includes an end member. The proximal end is pivotably secured to the frame about a pivot axis such that the distal end and end member are movable between a storage position along one of the side-faces and a use position beyond the reference surface and stud. A coil spring is about the pivot axis biases the distal end and end member to the storage position. The end member extends from the distal end and terminates in a stud-engaging portion. When the reference surface is against a stud surface, the stud-engaging portion engages the stud for hands-free holding of the level thereagainst.

Abstract: A hands-free level for gauging structural-member orientation. The level includes an elongate frame with two side-faces and at least one main reference surface extending therealong and having a mainwidth, a level indicator secured to the frame, and a support arm to facilitate holding of the reference surface against the stud. The support arm has a proximal end and extends to a free distal end to which an end member is secured. The proximal end is pivotably secured to the frame about a pivot axis intersecting the side-faces such that the distal end and end member are movable between a storage position along one of the side-faces and a use position beyond the reference surface and stud. A coil spring is about the pivot axis biases the distal end and end member to the storage position. The end member extends from the distal end crosswise with respect to the mainwidth and terminates in a stud-engaging portion extending in a direction intersecting the plane of the reference surface.

Abstract: The present invention helps golfers consistently execute the ideal golf swing. To consistently execute the ideal swing, golfers must consistently align the shafts of their clubs at the ideal angle with respect to the horizontal at setup, prior to executing the swing. The present invention helps golfers set their clubs at the ideal angle by attaching an angle indicating device to the club that indicates the angle of the club with respect to the horizontal. The preferred embodiment of the angle indicating device is a small, lightweight circular bubble level, that has angle markings around its edge, and quickly clips onto an off of the golf club. The angle indicating device is sufficiently small and lightweight that it does not affect the golfers swing. The same device may be used on different golf clubs to show the desired angle for the club in use.

Abstract: A level for gauging stud orientation. The level includes an elongate frame, a level indicator secured to the frame, two support arms pivotably secured to the frame to facilitate holding of the level against the stud, and a coordinating arm pivotably secured to each of the support arms for synchronous movement of the support arms. The frame has two side-faces and at least one main reference surface extending therealong and having a mainwidth. The coordinating arm is substantially parallel to the main reference surface. Each support arm has a proximal end and extends to a free distal end to which an end member is secured. Each end member extends from a respective one of the distal ends crosswise with respect to the mainwidth and terminates in a stud-engaging portion which extends in a direction intersecting the plane of the reference surface. When the reference surface is against a stud surface the stud-engaging portions engage the opposite side of the stud for hands-free holding of the level thereagainst.

Abstract: A hands-free level for gauging structural-member orientation. The level includes an elongate frame with two side-faces and at least one main reference surface extending therealong and having a mainwidth, a level indicator secured to the frame, and a support arm to facilitate holding of the reference surface against the stud. The support arm has a proximal end and extends to a free distal end to which an end member is secured. The proximal end is pivotably secured to the frame about a pivot axis intersecting the side-faces such that the distal end and end member are movable between a storage position along one of the side-faces and a use position beyond the reference surface and stud. A coil spring is about the pivot axis biases the distal end and end member to the storage position. The end member extends from the distal end crosswise with respect to the mainwidth and terminates in a stud-engaging portion extending in a direction intersecting the plane of the reference surface.

Abstract: A snap-on support has a body and a pair of spaced-apart arms supported by the body and adapted for snap-fit connection with a geomatics target device. The arms are moveable between an operative position wherein the arms extend outward from the body for securing the support to the geomatics target device and a stowed position wherein the arms are retracted generally adjacent to the body for storage of the support.

Abstract: A hands-free level indicating device includes a level for determining a spatial orientation of a structural member, and an apparatus for securing the level to the structural member. The apparatus includes a U-shaped portion for attaching to the level and a hook-shaped portion for clamping around the structural member. The U-shaped portion and hook-shaped portion can be formed from a single strip of flat material, such as spring steel. A spring is provided to bias the hook-shaped portion in a direction toward the level to allow the apparatus to secure the level to different sizes of structural members. The spring can be a leaf spring that attaches to a base of the U-shaped portion and extends in a longitudinal direction of the level.

Abstract: A leveling tool which can be attached quickly and simply to a utility service line, pipe, or cable and a method of use to check the line's, pipe's or cable's levelness and plumbness. In its preferred embodiment, the leveling tool comprises a base and two level vials attached to the base, to check a line's levelness and the line's plumbness. The leveling tool also comprises attaching means to attach the tools to the line or cable. The tool can be firmly attached to the line or cable and measure the line's levelness and plumbness via the appropriate level vial. The present invention, therefore, provides a more versatile and convenient leveling tool, one that can be quickly attached to a cable or line and left there indefinitely, while the user continues to work on the cable hands-free, and refer to the cable's levelness or plumbness at a glance.

Abstract: A hands-free level indicating device includes a level for determining a spatial orientation of a structural member, and an apparatus for securing the level to the structural member. The apparatus includes a U-shaped portion for attaching to the level and a hook-shaped portion for clamping around the structural member. The U-shaped portion and hook-shaped portion can be formed from a single strip of flat material, such as spring steel. A spring is provided to bias the hook-shaped portion in a direction toward the level to allow the apparatus to secure the level to different sizes of structural members. The spring can be a leaf spring that attaches to a base of the U-shaped portion and extends in a longitudinal direction of the level.

Abstract: A combination plumb and level tool has an elongate body with separated longitudinal arm members that have spaced apart, proximal ends fixed to the body and extend therefrom to respective separate distal free ends. The distal ends form longitudinally extending interior surfaces disposed in facing opposition located between their respective fixed and free ends. The arms and the body between them have a generally U-shaped cross section that forms an open trough from the free ends to a base contact surface between the proximal fixed ends. At least one of the arms has longitudinal extending first contact surface portion disposed on its interior surface. The first contact surface portion faces an opposing second contact surface portion of the facing arm interior surface. An elastic member cooperating with the first arm and the body biases the first arm inward, toward the second contact surface portion on the other of the arms.

Abstract: A method for calibrating the attitude of a compass in relation to the platform on which the compass is installed. The compass includes an attitude determining device and an optical sighting device and the compass is integrally mounted on a platform. The method includes the steps of determining the angle between the optical sighting device and the attitude determining device, determining the attitude between the optical sighting device and the platform, and determining the attitude between the attitude determining device and the platform.

Abstract: A measuring head holder for securing a measuring head to an object to be measured, comprising a receiving portion for definedly securing a measuring head thereto, and at least one securing element for fixing said receiving portion to said object to be measured.

Abstract: Disclosed is an otherwise conventional level measurement device adapted so as to include a means by which a spring biased clamping device can be used to attach the level to a workpiece, thus freeing the user's hands and allowing the performance of other tasks.

Abstract: A clamp for temporarily attaching a level to a construction component including an elongated metal or plastic, inverted U-shaped, two-piece body with an opening in the center of the top wall that extends partway down the side walls through which the level bubble is seen, a pair of pivotally-mounted, spring-loaded, opposed jaws for temporarily gripping the construction component, and grooves, a microcatch patches, or screws for temporarily attaching the level to the body. The two-piece body allows for adjustment to levels of different widths.

Abstract: An adapter assembly for positioning a level on a structural component includes a mounting mechanism that attaches to the level and an arm that is pivotally mounted on the mounting mechanism. The arm supports at one end a gripping mechanism, such as a bar, that extends outwardly in parallel to the axis of rotation about which the arm pivots. A spring extends between the arm and the mounting mechanism. To attach the level to a structural component a user pivots the arm to draw the gripping bar away from the level. The user then positions the level and the gripper bar on opposite surfaces of the structural component, and releases the arm. The spring draws the arm against one surface of the structural component and holds it in position, to clamp the level to the opposing surface of the structural component. The mounting mechanism may include a pivotally mounted bracket that pivots about a second axis of rotation. The bracket pivots the arm 90.degree.

Abstract: A clamp for temporarily attaching a level to a construction component including an elongated metal or plastic, inverted U-shaped, one-piece body with an opening in the center of the top wall that extends partway down the side walls through which the level bubble is seen, a pair of pivotally-mounted, spring-loaded, opposed jaws having pins for temporarily gripping the construction component, and microcatch patches or screws for temporarily attaching the level to the body.

Abstract: A pair of clamps for mounting a level to a joist. Each clamp includes a pair of spaced apart spring biased arms having first ends for gripping the joist. A mounting hole at the lower end of each clamp receives the opposite end of a level which is releasably secured therein. The method of measuring the level of a member includes the steps of mounting the clamps and level to the joist to be measured.

Abstract: A referenced, liquid-filled, domed vial, attachable to the free-end of a golf club shaft as indicative of a selected postural shaft angle, offset from the perpendicular.

Abstract: A clamp for temporarily attaching a level to a construction component. One embodiment includes an elongated metal or plastic, inverted U-shaped body with an opening in the center of the top wall that extends down the side walls through which the level bubble is seen, a pair of pivotally-mounted, spring-loaded, opposed jaws for temporarily gripping the construction component, and a microcatch patch or screws for temporarily attaching a level to the body. A second embodiment includes a pair of bent-wire clips, where each clip has a cross piece and a downwardly extending pair of legs that are curved inward so that the ends are closer together than the length of the cross piece and the level is temporarily attached to the clips by friction between the legs and the level, and a pair of opposed bent-wire, spring-loaded jaws attached to the end of the legs for temporarily gripping the construction component.

Abstract: A holder for releasably engaging a level and pencil therein. The holder generally comprises a housing having first and second open ends configured to releasably fit about a carpenter's pencil. A window is centrally positioned in a wall of the housing and between two longitudinally spaced-apart walls positioned within the housing which form a chamber therebetween. A port in each wall allows for extension of a bubble level between the end walls through the chamber and adjacent the window.

Abstract: A leveling apparatus is provided for use on the reflector of an automotive headlamp assembly for permitting the assembly to be leveled on an automobile so that the beam of the headlamp is aimed in a predetermined direction. The apparatus includes a level and a holder for supporting the level on the reflector. A pair of arms are connected to opposite sides of the front end of the holder, and include a pair of pawls for securing the holder to the headlamp assembly. An adjustment member is connected to the rear of the holder for adjusting the angular orientation of the level relative to the reflector so that a horizontal indication is provided by the level when the reflector is properly oriented for use. Each arm includes an inner arm segment that is connected to the front end of the holder and extends rearward to a rear free end and an outer arm segment that is connected to the rear free end of the inner arm segment and extends forward to a forward free end.

Abstract: The indicating device is adapted to be inserted into a housing on a headlamp frame with a slip fit and, once inserted, is automatically locked into place. The indicating device includes a bubble level having a vial which is molded integrally with a base adapted to be assembled with a spring metal retaining bracket with a slip fit. The retaining bracket coacts with the base to hold the indicating device in the housing and coacts with an adjusting screw to enable the vial to be tilted upwardly and downwardly to various positions relative to horizontal.

Abstract: An instrument set for plumbing or leveling and relative height setting of members such as posts or beams, each instrument including orthogonal sides and a feature projecting from the top of one side allowing each instrument to be set atop a respective post with the orthogonal sides against the post and a rabbeted feature on the bottom of one side allowing the instruments to be set atop a beam. Bubble levels on the sides of at least one of the instruments enable plumbing of a post or leveling of a beam, and open topped sight tubes attached to each instrument and interconnected with a water filled hose enable height setting with the same instruments.

Abstract: An apparatus for indicating and proper positioning of a post, including a first and second spirit level member, with a first elastic band securing the first and second spirit level together, and a second elastic band directed exteriorly of the second spirit level member, including a loop securable to a hook mounted to the first spirit level member to encompass a post. The elastic bands each include flexible magnetic members mounted coextensively with the elastic bands, and further including apertures directed through the first and second bands to receive fasteners, such as nails, to selectively mount the organization to the post by utilization of fasteners, magnetic attraction, or frictional elastic encompassing of an associated post.

Abstract: A tool for abutment against an object to detect when the object is at a predetermined orientation is temporarily securable to the object in order to free both of the operator's hands for other activities. Plural spirit level vials, oriented to face in different directions, indicate when the tool is vertical, horizontal or inclined at one or more predetermined angles. In the preferred form, the tool body has a central handle region from which arms extend in opposite directions and a pair of members extend laterally from the end of each arm to define segments of a right angled slot into which the object is fitted. The tool preferably has three different types of fastener including retractable nail-like pins which may be penetrated into wood or the like, elastic cords which may be used to clasp the object and magnets which cause the tool to cling to steel posts, pipes or the like.

Abstract: Air-bubble level for portable tools which can be used and operated independently from any changes in position of the tool and which can be easily transferred between tools due to its articulated fastening device.

Abstract: A level indicating device comprising a level having attached thereto a pair of detachable securing clips whereby the level indicating device can be maintained mounted flush with a structural member in any spatial orientation without further manual manipulation. The level has clip receiving slots formed in the opposed ends thereof adapted for force-fit reception of the detachable securing clips. The detachable securing clips have mirror-image symmetry and comprise a transverse segment adapted to be force fit inserted into the clip receiving slots, a pair of opposed leg segments extending from opposed ends of the transverse segment for elastically engaging the outer peripheral surface of the structural member to maintain the level indicating device flush with the structural member, and curved end segments terminating the opposed leg segments.

Abstract: A spirit level accessory for an electric drill is provided and consists of a clamp member to fit on mounting surface of the electric drill, a dial member mounted on the clamp member and adjustable to obtain correct position with respect to center line of the electric drill, a bracket member held at any desired angle to the dial member by a spring force, a spirit level member held by the bracket member and a cover member having a mirrored inside surface and hinged on the spirit level member to protect the spirit level member against damage when not in use, allowing the spirit level member to be viewed when fully opened and viewed from the mirrored inside surface when halfway opened.

Abstract: A trueing device for use in the hanging of wallpaper, which trueing device comprises first and second jaws which are biased to a closed position for gripping a longitudinal edge of the wallpaper, first and second hand grips respectively positioned one on each of the first and the second jaws, a spirit level for enabling the trueing device to give a true vertical line, and abuting means against which the longitudinal edge of the wallpaper abuts in order that the trueing device is correctly positioned along the longitudinal edge of the wallpaper. The trueing device is such that it is operable with one hand for ease of insertion and removal of the trueing device on the wallpaper during hanging of the wallpaper.

Abstract: For leveling prehung door assemblies a device is described on which a level indicator is mounted on one flange of a channel member that can be snap fitted onto the door edge.

Abstract: An extension level apparatus suitable for use with a carpenter's level includes in combination a pair of elongated frame members adapted to receive therein the carpenter's level and also includes a spring loaded extension member which permits the extension level to be retained in a wall opening into which a door is to be inserted. The extension level permits the user thereof to determine rapidly the exact vertical position of one vertical edge of the door jamb, allowing for shimming where necessary, and permits a measurement to be taken from a starting point to an end point where the second edge of the door opening is to occur. Hereagain the vertical alignment may be rapidly obtained with the use of shimming when necessary, thereby permitting the door jambs to be inserted rapidly and with accuracy.

Abstract: Apparatus for promoting straight golf ball flight paths by promoting in flight rotation of a golf ball along its horizontal axis by assuring horizontal alignment of parallel grooves of the face of a golf club as the club strikes a golf ball comprising a frame having an alignment ridge for insertion into one of said parallel grooves, means for securing level indication means to the frame in parallel alignment to the alignment ridge, level indication means, and means for temporarily attaching said frame to the face of a golf club in such a manner that said level indicator indicates the horizontal alignment of said parallel grooves.

Abstract: A dial-type clinometer is fixed to a vise-type pliers-like clamp to position its indicator for swinging in a vertical plane which is substantially perpendicular to the pivot of, and which substantially symmetrically bisects, the clamp. At least one of the jaws of the clamp is adapted for insertion into the end of a pipe that is held horizontally in a pipe-bender preparatory to bending of the pipe in a vertical plane. The clamp is so positioned that when the jaws are locked closed upon the pipe wall, the dial of the clinometer will lie in a vertical plane close to the axis of the pipe. After the dial is set to zero, the pipe is bent until the dial index shows the number of degrees of bend desired. The clamp also has a second pair of jaws extending parallel to its pivot for fastening the clinometer with its axis parallel to the axis of the pipe before its removal from the bender, so that the pipe can be removed and replaced in the bender (rotated 180.degree.

Abstract: A device consisting of a rectangular shell affixed to a spring-type clamp for securement thereof onto a convenient location on a scaffolding or mortar board, the rectangular shell used for holding level in a convenient but safe location for use by construction workers, such as bricklayers, masons, and the like, when performing construction tasks, or for use in storing a level when not in use. The level is inserted through the open end of the rectangular shell, the level thus being maintained in a safe and out of the way location, with the spring-type clamp affixed to a desired surface, including a scaffolding, mortar board, home work bench, or the like.