Abstract: A heat exchanger bundle extractor apparatus (1), comprises: a supporting base (2, 29, 40), onto which a hoisting column (6) is rotatably mounted; a guide frame (7), mounted onto supports (8) on the hoisting column (6), and controlled hoisting and lowering means (9) for the moving of said supports (8) and said guide frame (7) along said hoisting column (6); a push/pull device (14) suitable for coupling to a respective front flange of a bundle, mounted on said guide frame (7); longidudinal translation means (15) apt to longitudinally moving said guide frame (7) with respect to said supports (8); and transversal translation means (19) mounted at said supports (8) and apt to transversally move said guide frame (7) with respect to said supports (8) and to the hoisting column (6).

Abstract: A lift gate assembly particularly adapted for use in a vehicle having a side opening. The assembly includes a platform that folds and pivots to the interior of the vehicle when in a stored mode. When deployed, the platform pivots to the exterior of the vehicle and unfolds. A telescoping column allows movement of the unfolded platform between upper and lower levels. Movement of the platform may be accomplished by employing hydraulic means.

Abstract: A scooter lift includes a post and boom made from a single piece of curved pipe. The boom further includes an arm that is rotationally adjustable about the pipe to provide small, incremental changes in elevation. Incremental rotational adjustment is achieved by a plate attached to the pipe and having a first set of holes that align with second set holes in the angular portion. The holes are drilled in a pattern that provides a vernier-like adjustment of position. The post is mounted on a base such that at least some of the post overlies a point outside the footprint of the base.

Abstract: A controlled material transport system (MTS) for carrying materials to and from workstations, test equipment, and processing and assembly tools in a common facility. The present invention includes a rigid robot vehicle mountable to a passive track system, which can be routed to service all processing tools on the factory floor. The robot vehicle includes a hoist assembly and gripper assembly, which together perform such functions as picking up magazines, placing magazines, and loading magazines into the processing tools. The hoist assembly is capable of functioning in an operational envelope, which includes any target location within a 3-axis Cartesian coordinate system, to the extent of the range of motion of the hoist assembly. The hoist assembly also provides rigid and controlled z-axis travel, while being compact when retracted. The gripper assembly facilitates loading of the magazines, especially chute style magazines, which are commonly found on many existing processing tools.

Abstract: A power dolly is disclosed having an elongated main frame and load bed with a pair of traction wheels at the front end and a pivot wheel at the rear end with a manual steering handle behind the pivot wheel. The load bed is supported on the dolly frame in an inclined position with the bed sloped downwardly from the rear end to the front end. A crane with a mast and boom is mounted at the front of the dolly. The boom is angularly adjustable through 180 degrees rearwardly of the mast.

Abstract: Within both a stocker apparatus and a method for operating the stocker apparatus there is employed, in addition to: (1) a minimum of one input/output port; (2) an array of storage locations for storing an array of work in process (WIP) product units; and (3) a random access transportation means for transporting a work in process (WIP) product unit at least bidirectionally between the minimum of one input/output port and a storage location within the array of storage locations; (4) a controller for controlling the random access transportation means. Within the stocker apparatus and the method, the controller is programmed such that upon unavailability of the minimum of one input/output port and upon concurrent receipt of a request to retrieve a work in process (WIP) product unit stored within the array of storage locations to reposition the requested work in process (WIP) product unit to a designated storage location within the array of storage locations where it may be manually retrieved.

Abstract: A hoist for vehicles such as pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles is described. The hoist engages a standard trailer hitch and when erect allows loading of the trailer. Additionally, when used with a vehicle having a tailgate the hoist does not interfere with the normal operation of the tailgate. The hoist also features structural supports that are deployed to contact the ground thereby reducing the stress on trailer hitch and some structural members of the hoist.

Abstract: A mobile crane apparatus for lifting and moving heavy objects as desired by the user. The mobile crane apparatus includes a base frame being adapted to securely mount to a hitch receiver mounted on a vehicle; and also includes a bearing member being mounted upon the base member; and further includes a crane base support member being mounted to the bearing member and being rotatably and lockingly mounted the base member; and also includes a lift and carry member securely mounted upon the crane base support member; and further includes base stabilizing members adjustably mounted to the base member.

Abstract: A tire manipulator for mine service vehicles has a mast for mounting on a vehicle, a telescopic boom connected to said mast and wheel handling equipment connected to said telescopic boom. A first boom may connect said mast to a moveable boom, the moveable boom being connected to said telescopic boom.

Abstract: A hoist for loading and unloading cargo from the bed of a truck includes a support member attached to the bed of the truck carrying a vertical mast for rotation about a vertical axis having a variable length boom pivotally connected at a lower end for rotation about a horizontal axis. A tie chain is connected between the upper end of the boom and mast varies the inclination of the boom member with respect to the mast member and the bed of the truck enabling the upper end of the boom to be accurately positioned with respect to select areas of the truck bed. An electric winch and cable are used for raising and lower cargo to and from the truck bed.

Abstract: An assist mechanism for loading and unloading irregularly shaped cargo, such as for example, bags of stock feed or dead wild game (e.g. boars or deer), includes a support assembly, a boom assembly, a frame assembly, and a winch assembly. The boom assembly is movable along three axes to facilitate loading and unloading of said cargo. The support assembly is attached to the front of the vehicle using the frame assembly and associated hardware. The winch assembly includes a winch, rope and hook and is attached to the support assembly and integrated onto the boom assembly for maneuvering cargo.

Abstract: A hauling accessory for an all terrain vehicle (ATV) includes a jack with a stationary member and a telescoping member, the telescoping member being operable via a threaded screw rod. The stationary member includes mounting brackets with a plurality of apertures for receiving fasteners capable of securedly fastening the stationary member to a luggage rack of the ATV such that the jack is oriented substantially perpendicular to the ground that supports the ATV. A lower rack including cargo support rods is affixed to a lower portion of the telescoping member of the jack. The cargo support rods are attached to telescoping arms whereby the width of the lower rack can be adjusted. An upper rack, which also includes cargo rods, is affixed to the stationary member of the jack adjacent the mounting bracket. In a preferred embodiment, the threaded screw rod is manually rotated via handle. In an alternative embodiment, the threaded screw rod is turned by a motor.

Abstract: A mobile lift and storage apparatus for lifting, lowering, moving, and storing objects. A combination of the mobile lift and a stationary storage apparatus forming a stationary storage system for securing the mobile lift and the stored objects.

Abstract: A conventional cargo or passenger-type van (typically about 14-24 feet in length) is fitted with a boom assembly that is readily transported with the van in a collapsed position and substantially parallel to the van roof, but can be elevated to a substantially vertical position, and quickly extended upwardly to full height. Where four booms are used, full height may be about 65 feet, or even more. A support frame is provided which substantially supports a main pedestal exteriorly of the roof and connected to the booms and an extension cylinder, to the van's main frame, including initially telescopic support posts disposed inside the van interior which do not impede access to the van interior from the side and rear doors, and which leave the center of the van interior essentially unobstructed. A pivotal connection for the first boom about which it moves from a transport to a substantially vertical position is mounted slightly to the rear of the centerline of the rear axle of the van.

Abstract: The present invention provides a robust, highly stable and vertically compact when folded-up wheelchair lift suitable for placement on a variety of vehicles such as vans and mini-vans. The lift has an elongate horizontal support member that is pivotally attached to a post fixed to the undercarriage of a vehicle. The horizontal support member supports the lifting mechanism and the wheelchair platform and is powered to swing the platform and lifting mechanism between a use position and a storage position. The lifting mechanism uses a pair of connecting links spaced lengthwise on the support member and connecting to the wheelchair platform in a four bar linkage arrangement generally in the form of a parallelogram. Both connecting links are rotated by bell cranks both of which are powered by the same hydraulic cylinder.

Abstract: A load-bearing hoist (10) to lift and load game or other objects. The hoist (10) is particularly adapted for attachment to an ATV. The hoist (10) includes a 360 degree rotating horizontal boom (11) attached to a two-piece telescoping vertical shaft (28). The two-piece telescoping vertical shaft (28) allows the height of the boom (11) to be varied. The hoist (10) is attached to the ATV by a base plate (31) and support sleeve (13) which allows the hoist (10) to be supported in a vertical position and removes any weight load from the ATV. The base (16) of the hoist (10) can be used to carry a hunter's tree climber stand or gun case.

Abstract: This apparatus relates to a portable, fold-up hoist for attachment to a vehicle via a receiver hitch. The hoist has a tongue member for insertion into and securement by the hitch. Pivotally connected to the tongue member is a telescoping vertical support member. On the upper end of the vertical support member is a boom arm, which is both pivotally and swivelably connected to the vertical support member. Thus, the boom arm may be supported perpendicular to the vertical member and swivel around the vertical support member, for example, to move directly above the tongue and to move to be parallel but opposing the tongue. The boom arm may pivot down to be near and generally parallel to the vertical support member for storage. The vertical support member is pivotal on its proximal end from a first (storage) position generally parallel to the tongue member to a second (use) position generally perpendicular to the tongue member.

Abstract: A hoist apparatus is provided for a vehicle, such as an all terrain vehicle (ATV) and includes a support bracket assembly for mounting on the vehicle. The support bracket assembly includes a horizontal support plate and a hoist-axle-reception channel depending downward from the horizontal support plate. A hoist assembly is provided and is supported by the support bracket assembly. The hoist assembly includes a hoist axle received in the hoist-axle-reception channel and includes a hoist base plate supported by the horizontal support plate. Game, such as a deer, can be supported by the hoist assembly and rotated around the support bracket assembly on the hoist axle and the hoist base plate. In accordance with one embodiment of the invention, the support bracket assembly includes mounting plates for mounting on the rear of the vehicle. In accordance with another embodiment of the invention, the support bracket assembly is mounted on a side of the vehicle.

Abstract: A layer-picking clamp mountable on a truck has clamp arms extending downwardly from and movably mounted to an upper frame section. The clamp arms are linearly movable with respect to the upper frame section in laterally inward and outward directions so that gripping surfaces of the clamp arms retain their substantially vertical orientations as the clamp arms move inward and outward. The upper frame is supported on a first mounting apparatus that is positioned above a second mounting apparatus that supports a load-supporting device. The first mounting apparatus movably supports the upper frame so as to move the upper frame laterally and vertically with respect to the load-supporting device to enable the clamp arms to deposit a load on the load-supporting device. The load-supporting device is capable of supporting a pallet upon which the clamp can deposit the load.

Abstract: A hoist for lifting game animals or other loads comprises a boom mounted on a support column in communication with a base. The boom is rotatable relative to the base, which is insertable within a draw bar-type hitch receiver. The boom, support column and base are modular components that advantageously allow for quick assembly/disassembly of the hoist and compact storage of the hoist components. Further, the length of the hoist is adjustable to compensate for the size of the game animal or load being lifted. Additionally, a light source is attached to the hoist to illuminate the area near the hoist to increase safety during operation of the hoist. Finally, a dual draw bar for increasing the utilization of a draw bar-type hitch is included. The dual draw bar has at one end a draw bar adapter and at the opposite end a first and a second receiver section for utilization with draw bar-type accessories.

Abstract: Disclosed is a novel jib crane for panel trucks, or vans wherein the crane pivots along a common axis between opposing fixed bearing mounts. In practice, one attaches a lifting apparatus ratus to a trolley of the jib. A payload is hoisted off the floor of the vehicle, and after pulling the locking pin, the jib/mast is manually rotated until the payload is clear of the vehicle. The payload is then lowered to the ground.

Abstract: A self propelled personal mobility vehicle lift operable in a stored configuration and a deployed configuration operatively mounted to the rear portion of a vehicle to selectively lift and remove a self propelled personal mobility vehicle into and from the rear portion of the vehicle, the self propelled personal mobility vehicle lift includes a stanchion or tower assembly pivotally mounted to a lift mounting assembly secured to the vehicle, a boom assembly to support a hoist assembly and a lift support assembly to support the self propelled personal mobility vehicle lift when deployed telescopingly coupled to the upper and lower portions of the stanchion or tower assembly respectively, the hoist assembly includes a hoist mechanism having a flexible hoist element to couple the self propelled personal mobility vehicle lift to the self propelled personal mobility vehicle when the self propelled personal mobility vehicle lift is in the deployed configuration to selectively lift or lower the self propelled persona

Abstract: A mobile lift and storage apparatus for lifting, lowering, moving, and storing objects. A combination of the mobile lift and a stationary storage apparatus forming a stationary storage system for securing the mobile lift and the stored objects.

Abstract: A hoist for raising and lowering objects may be attached to a vehicle. The hoist includes a support column and a boom attached thereto; the boom can be raised and lowered by a hydraulic double action cylinder or otherwise. Both the support column and cylinder attach to a bracket, the bracket in turn being rotatably connected to a base unit so that the boom can be rotated as well as raised and lowered. The support column and boom can be adjusted with respect to one another and to the bracket, to balance loads and to adjust the reach of the hoist. Critical sections of the hoist, such as the portion of the boom that attaches to the support column, are reinforced with plates welded to the exterior of a rectangular tube. The connection between the support column and the bracket includes a nut to tension the column to the bracket. The base unit includes outriggers to support and stabilize the hoist, preferably three outriggers in a triangular configuration.

Abstract: A game hoist for mounting to the cargo rack of an all-terrain vehicle (ATV). The game hoist is mounted to the cargo rack using a base plate which has one or more sets of angle brackets mounted to the underside of the base plate. The sets of angle brackets form pockets or receptacles to slidably receive respective rods of the cargo rack. The base plate has an upward facing cylindrical post which receives a cylindrical column. A telescoping boom is provided with a cylindrical collar which fits over the top end of the column. The telescoping boom has an inner cylindrical member which is slidingly received in an outer cylindrical member. The inner cylindrical member may be telescoped outward from the outer cylindrical member. The outer end of the inner cylindrical member is provided with a manually operated winch. The winch is desirably provided with a ratchet mechanism.

Abstract: A lifting mechanism having special utility for snowmobiles that become stuck in the snow. The lifting mechanism enables a single person to lift the snowmobile up and to the side whereby the snowmobile track gains traction on new snow. It comprises a base plate, a vertical support of a plurality of sections, and a ratchet assembly which includes a cable for attachment to the snowmobile. The base plate is designed to facilitate side movement of the support after the snowmobile has been lifted.

Abstract: A ride attraction includes a vehicle having a seat mover for use by physically disabled passengers. A swing arm is pivotally attached to a jack post in the boat, with an extension arm attached to the swing arm. The physically disabled passenger is moved to a loading position on a seat supported by a dolly. The extension arm of the seat mover engages the seat. The seat is locked onto the extension arm and unlocked from the dolly. The jack post lifts the seat high enough to clear the side of the vehicle. The seat is swung into position in the vehicle and lowered on the jack post, and then locked into position in the vehicle. Accordingly, the physically disabled are provided access to theme park ride attractions.

Abstract: A scooter lift includes a base assembly for mounting on a surface of the storage area of the transport vehicle. A frame is rotatably mounted on the base assembly to rotate about a substantially vertical axis. A boom is pivotally mounted to the frame for rotation between a lowered and a raised position. A cable has a first end connected to a spool shaft and a second end for attachment to the scooter. The cable is guided by the boom to selectively raise or lower the scooter upon rotation of the spool shaft. The boom may be operated to its raised position to enable movement of the scooter into and out of the storage area, and the boom may be operated to its lowered position to permit storage of the scooter and lift in the vehicle storage area. A lock selectively locks the boom in its lowered and raised positions.

Abstract: An improved vehicle lift assembly for loading and unloading objects into and from a vehicle includes a base configured for being mounted to the vehicle, a vertical post extending from the base, an extension boom extending outward from a centerline of the post, a swing arm rotatably coupled to the extension arm, extension boom, an engaging mechanism supported by the swing arm for releasably engaging the object, and an actuator for raising and lowering the engaging mechanism to raise and lower the engaged object.

Abstract: A lifting and transport apparatus for moving a storage tank having a pair of longitudinal frame members, preferably expandable in length, releasably connected to a pair of lateral frame members, also preferably expandable in length, which are joined to form a generally rectangular frame around the storage tank, the lateral frame members being mounted on a pair of wheeled end members with a winch mounting means on both end members, such that a winch can be used to raise one end of a tank above the longitudinal frame members, a cross member inserted, the first end then lowered onto the cross member, the winch removed and positioned on the opposite end member, the second end of the tank raised, a second cross member inserted, and the tank then lowered into a raised horizontal position for transport to a new location, where it is placed on the ground or into a hole by reversing the steps.

Abstract: A boom and mast apparatus includes a transverse support member which has a proximal portion and a distal portion. A longitudinal mast assembly is connected to the distal portion of the transverse support member. The longitudinal mast assembly includes a support-member-connected end and a boom-member-connected end. The longitudinal mast assembly also includes a lower segment connected to the transverse support member, an upper segment, and a connector assembly for selectively connecting the upper segment to the lower segment. A first bearing ring is connected transversely to a topmost portion of the lower segment. A second bearing ring is connected transversely to a bottommost portion of the upper segment. The second bearing ring is placed in registration with the first bearing ring when the boom and mast apparatus is assembled. A boom member is connected to the boom-member-connected end of the longitudinal mast assembly. A winch assembly is connected to the upper segment of the longitudinal mast assembly.

Abstract: A truck-mounted pickup arm assembly for collecting, lifting, and placing objects and trash and recycling materials in the truck includes three boom sections to facilitate articulation of the arm in complex configurations to extend to the front or side of the truck, to reach over obstacles, and to pick up articles and materials and place them into a top loading opening in the truck. The pickup arm assembly includes a turntable mounted on the truck bed adjacent to and rearwardly of the truck cab. A main boom is pivotally secured to the turntable on a horizontal pivot axis, so that the main boom may pivot through approximately 180.degree. in the space between the truck cab and the truck body. A coupling assembly is joined about one axis to the upper end of the main boom, and an intermediate boom is joined to the coupling about another, orthogonal axis. An outer boom is pivotally joined at one end in to a clevis end of the intermediate boom.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an apparatus and method for loading and storing small recreational water vehicles such as jet skis and wave runners. The apparatus is comprised a lifter apparatus that may be releasably coupled to a carrier vehicle, for lifting and lowering small recreational water vehicles. The apparatus is further comprised of a support rack for supporting a plurality of small water vehicles, which support rack may be coupled to a carrier vehicle and/or to a trailer.

Abstract: A roll bar and crane device for use with vehicles such as a truck is adapted to be mounted to the truck bed. The device includes left and right leg members and a central beam extending therebetween and being selectively detachable thereto. A U-shaped boom extends over the left and right leg members when used as a roll bar. The boom, at one end, is pivotally connected to a pivot member about a horizontal axis of rotation and the pivot member is pivotally connected to one of the leg members and is pivotable about a vertical axis of rotation. A rope and pulley system is provided between the pivot member and the boom. A rope extends from the boom lift end to the pulley and rope system and to a winch that is located on and is rotatable with the pivot member. By pulling the rope via the winch, objects attached to the end of the rope are drawn up and to the boom lift end and the boom is also caused to pivot about the horizontal axis of rotation for lifting the boom lift end.

Abstract: A bale handling and transporting apparatus has a bale handler on a trailer or body which can be positioned to pick up bales located on either side of the body. The bale handler may have an upright boom, a boom arm, and a bale gripper. The boom is pivoted to move the boom arm and the bale gripper to either side of the body. The boom may be adjusted in length and lowered to place a bale within jaws of the bale gripper. A stabilizer supports the body during the bale lifting operation. The boom and boom arm are operated to lift the bale onto the trailer or body. A conveyor belt shifts bales along the length of the trailer in either direction. The belt is keyed to the trailer to prevent sideways shifting of the belt relative to the trailer body, such as when the trailer is on a hillside. The body may be articulated with first and second bed sections. When empty, one of the bed sections may be pivoted or otherwise positioned to overlie the other bed section to reduce the overall length of the trailer.

Abstract: A hoist for lifting or hanging game animals. The hoist is particularly adapted for attachment to an ATV. The hoist includes a horizontal boom attached to a vertical support shaft. The vertical support shaft is telescoping to allow the height of the boom to be varied. The hoist is attached to the ATV by a base which allows the hoist to be supported in a vertical position for lifting game, and in a horizontal position for travelling. A bracing leg is also provided to prevent the ATV from tipping when heavy weights are being lifted using the hoist.

Abstract: A wheelchair lift mechanism adapted for use particularly in the accessway of a train car is disclosed which comprises a generally planar collapsible platform assembly for receiving a wheelchair and its occupant thereon; a lift mechanism for lifting and lowering the platform between first and second elevations; a vertical support column mounted inside the train car adjacent the accessway having a support portion rotatably mounted thereto; and an extensible lift mechanism support assembly attached between the support portion and the lift mechanism frame to move the lift mechanism and platform assembly horizontally between a retracted position and an extended position away from the vertical support column to provide lateral clearance for the platform assembly outside the vehicle in the deployed position. The extensible assembly comprises a pair of parallel fixed sleeve members and a pair of parallel slide members telescopically attached between the frame and the support portion.

Abstract: A human guided mobile loader stocker developed to mechanically assist in SMIF container movement. The assist includes a pushcart, a semi-motorized transport arm, a processor, and communication devices. A group of containers are placed on the cart using the arm. The cart is pushed to a semiconductor processing tool where the arm is used to transfer containers to and from the port of the processing tool. The processor and communication devices are used for inventory control and guiding the container to the port of the processing tool.

Abstract: A truck mounted crane assembly includes a turntable lock, a boom rest which interacts with the piston and cylinder device, and a swing away hoist mount. The turntable lock includes a pin which is manually retractable upon rotation of a handle from a position preventing relative rotation between a turntable and a pedestal to a position allowing such relative rotation and which can be secured in the first and second positions. The boom rest is mounted on the boom and rests on the cylinder of the piston and cylinder device when the boom is lowered to a predetermined position, thus taking much of the pressure off the piston. The boom rest is movable from a position in which it is capable of supporting the boom to a position in which it is incapable of supporting the boom and in which the boom is thus lowerable below the predetermined position. The provision of the turntable lock and boom rest obviates the need for a cradle rest for the boom.

Abstract: A roll on roll off receptacle handling system, that can load and unload a receptacle, storing the receptacle and transporting the receptacle. The system includes a storage platform that the receptacle can be rolled on to and off from. The system also includes a transport device that the receptacle can be rolled on to or off from. The transport device can transport the receptacle to another location where it can be rolled off to another platform. The system also includes an overhead boom, mounted on the transport device, that functions to load and unload the receptacle.

Abstract: A cartop hoist and carrier apparatus has a crane rotatably mounted on a frame that is adapted to be secured to the top of an automotive vehicle. The crane has two spaced apart suspension points for two respective hoisting lines that are led to a winch for simultaneous hauling in or paying out. The two hoist lines provide stability to an elongated load against both tilting and twisting. When the frame is mounted on a vehicle roof, the crane can be swung outboard to raise an elongated load, such as a canoe, from alongside the vehicle. The crane can then be swung inboard and the load lowered to rest on the frame.

Abstract: A boom lift apparatus includes a boom assembly having an elongated lower mast member, an elongated upper boom member and a coupler member connected to a lower end of the upper boom member and an upper end of the lower mast member such that the upper boom member extends in a cantilevered inclined relationship to the lower mast member, and a plurality of different mounting members, each being adapted to mount the boom assembly at a lower end of the lower mast member to a different one of a plurality of different support structures.

Abstract: A lift mountable in a transporting vehicle for loading and unloading objects such as small motorized carts. The lift includes an adjustable stand and pivotal boom assembly. An electric motor selectively operates a drum on which is wound a lifting cable or strap which terminates at a lifting hook or claw which is attachable to the cart or object. The adjustability of the stand and boom make the lift highly versatile and adaptable for convenient mounting in different vehicle configurations.

Abstract: A mounted, elevatable, lightweight pivotal boom is provided which defines an elongate internal track defining a downwardly facing slot. An electromechanical winch mechanism is provided for lifting and handling objects such as the windshield of an automotive vehicle and which includes roller supports having rollers that are received by the internal track of the boom. The winch mechanism includes a DC motor which is provided with a detachable control circuit to provide for its selective operation. The horizontal, pivotal boom is supported by fixed and movable telescoping standards and may be elevated manually or by means of a jack mechanism such as a manual or powered operable mechanical, hydraulic or electrical jack. The lightweight nature of the lift components enable the lift to be easily positioned by a single worker for optimum lifting and handling of lightweight loads.

Abstract: A grave marker lifting and setting device for either initially placing grave markers or for resetting the same following displacement thereof, The unit includes a pivotal crane structure carried on a wheeled framework with the wheels being retractable such that the frame may be positioned directly on the ground for stability.

Abstract: A tail gate hanger for hanging objects from and lifting objects onto the bed of a vehicle comprising an extensible and retractable telescopic rod having a base end for supporting the rod, a tip end for lifting objects with the rod, and an intermediate portion therebetween for holding the tip end at a position offset from the base end. A support is coupled to the base end and intermediate portion of the rod for holding the tip end in an upright position from a vehicle and allowing pivotal movement about the base end for lifting objects.

Abstract: A mobile cart for moving coil-shaped objects has a wheel-mounted horizontal base which supports an upwardly extending mast provided with a guideway along which a first support element is controllably movable up and down in a vertical direction above the base. A second support element is pivotably mounted at a proximate end to the first support element, and provides a horizontal guideway along which is suspended a downwardly depending clamp. On the base of the cart there is also provided an object support which, between two quarter-cylinder shaped horizontal support elements, has a gap of selected size. The clamp is operable to grasp a coil-shaped object, after which the first and second support elements are guidably moved upward, and the object supported by the clamps is horizontally moved to the object support. Lower distal end portions of the clamp slide into the gap and the coil-like object is lowered to rest on and be supported by an upper portion of the object support.

Abstract: A truck has been adapted to receive the unloading device of the present invention. The unloading device includes a removable rotatable jib frame which is mounted on the partition walls of the truck. An elongated hollow lever arm member is attached to the jib frame for unloading a load. The lever arm member utilizes a mechanical advantage for unloading a load. It incorporates a braking system together with a chain retraction system for ease in safety of operation.

Abstract: A modular, readily assembled crane for mounting on a vehicle trailer hitch drawbar and reconfigurable for stand alone, rollabout operation. A receptacle rotatably supports a vertical column, boom arm, and lifting device, which may be a hydraulic jack or a winch. The receptacle has a lateral projection cooperating with the drawbar and two lateral projections to engage outriggers to steady the device and to support weight. The outriggers may be omitted. The same three projections, when reconfiguring the crane to rollabout operation, cooperate with a readily built up frame riding just above a floor, supported on casters. Rollabout frame length, boom arm angle, boom arm length, and outrigger height are adjustable. A non-lubricated PTFE washer serves as a rotating bearing. Optional parts include a receiving unit mountable to a vehicle in the absence of a trailer hitch, and a similar unit mountable to a wall surface.

Abstract: Passive rotary wheelchair lift that is retrofittable in transit vehicles on either the forward or rearward edge of a side double-door step well. The lift employs in its preferred embodiment a double slide tube having a box frame with a cross header. A hydraulic cylinder actuates a pair of chains, one descending down each lift tube to operate the vertical lift. A manual hand pump is provided in the case of power failure. Secured to the bottom of inner telescoping lift tubes is a plate carrying a power actuator for rotating the lift platform from a deployed horizontal position to a vertical stowed position. In the stowed position the platform is approximately 26 inches in length and 36 inches in width. The platform has one or more slide-mounted extension sections which permit the platform to extend out to a full 51 inches. Manual or power-actuated wheel stops are provided at the rear entry and the forward end, for either one way or two way entry/exit onto the platform.