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Grandstands
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-12-21
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Granted: 1975-05-27
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Expires: 1992-12-21
Abstract
Abstract The present invention discloses and claims a grandstand for use in providing seating capacity at various public functions, the grandstand being mobile and comprising a plurality of seats mounted on a substantially horizontal base, the base being adapted to be moved to any desired location as and when required.
Inventors
- 👤 John Edward Sanders
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 16:28
CPC Classifications
B; B60; B60P; B60P3/00; B60P3/025; B60P3/0252; E; E04; E04H; E04H3/00; E04H3/10; E04H3/12; E04H3/126
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 41
Claim 1
Independent Claim
110 words
A mobile grandstand comprising a substantially horizontal base which can be moved to any desired location, means supporting said base above the ground, a plurality of seats mounted on the base in tiered rows ready for use, an aisle of steps dividing the seats on the base and allowing access thereto, a seat extension formed by interconnected rows of seats hinged to an edge of the base and arranged to be hinged downwardly to provide seats from ground level to the base and to be hinged upwardly ready for transportation, and an aisle extension of steps hinged to said edge of the base for allowing access to the seat extension.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
110 words
A mobile grandstand comprising a substantially horizontal base which can be moved to any desired location, means supporting said base above the ground, a plurality of seats mounted on the base in tiered rows ready for use, an aisle of steps dividing the seats on the base and allowing access thereto, a seat extension formed by interconnected rows of seats hinged to an edge of the base and arranged to be hinged downwardly to provide seats from ground level to the base and to be hinged upwardly ready for transportation, and an aisle extension of steps hinged to said edge of the base for allowing access to the seat extension.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
27 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 1, wherein a flat rectangular member forms said base, legs forming the base supporting means, said legs being adjustable in length.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
35 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 1, wherein a flat rectangular member forms said base, four adjustable length legs forming the base supporting means, one leg being arranged at each corner region of said member.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
12 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 1, wherein said seats are benches.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
25 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 4, wherein the aisle of steps and the aisle extension are in line and equally divide the seats available.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
13 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 1, wherein said seats are individual seats.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
25 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 6, wherein the aisle of steps and the aisle extension are in line and equally divide the seats available.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
24 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 3, wherein said adjustable length legs are telescopic in construction, hydraulic means being provided for adjusting the legs.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
24 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 2, wherein said adjustable length legs are telescopic in construction, mechanical means being provided for adjusting said legs.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
26 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 2, wherein said adjustable length legs arranged to be folded or unfolded to desired lengths, hydraulic menas controlling said legs.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
26 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 2, wherein said adjustable length legs are arranged to be folded or unfolded desired lengths, mechanical means controlling said legs.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
33 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 1, wherein winches are provided which, by means of wires passing over pulleys to the seat extension, can be used to raise or lower said seat extension.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
33 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 6, wherein winches are provided which, by means of wires passing over pulleys to the seat extension, can be useD to raise or lower said seat extension.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
49 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 1, wherein vertical framework supports extend upwardly from at least the corner regions of the base, elongate members interconnecting the upper ends of said supports thus forming a box-like configuration framework, a sheeting of plastics material covering at least part of the framework.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
25 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 14 wherein translucent plastics material covers at least part of at least one wall of said box-like configuration framework.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
39 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 1, wherein a box-like structure of rigid panelling is mounted on said base providing protection for the seats, at least one wall of said structure being removable or hinged to open the stand.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
120 words
A mobile grandstand comprising a substantially horizontal base, wheels at least partially supporting said base and enabling it to be moved to any desired location, a plurality of seats mounted on the base in tiered rows ready for use, an aisle of steps dividing the seats on the base and allowing access thereto, a seat extension formed by interconnected rows of seats hinged to an edge of the base and arranged to be hinged downwardly to a position in which seats are provided from ground level to the base and to be hinged upwardly to a position ready for transportation, and an aisle extension of steps hinged to said edge of the base for allowing access to the seat extension.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
120 words
A mobile grandstand comprising a substantially horizontal base, wheels at least partially supporting said base and enabling it to be moved to any desired location, a plurality of seats mounted on the base in tiered rows ready for use, an aisle of steps dividing the seats on the base and allowing access thereto, a seat extension formed by interconnected rows of seats hinged to an edge of the base and arranged to be hinged downwardly to a position in which seats are provided from ground level to the base and to be hinged upwardly to a position ready for transportation, and an aisle extension of steps hinged to said edge of the base for allowing access to the seat extension.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
38 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 17, wherein a rectangular flat articulated trailer unit forms the base, wheels being provided towards one end of the base, and vertical adjustable length legs being provided towards the other end thereof.
Claim 21
Dependent Claim
38 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 17, wherein a flat rectangular member forms the base, at least four wheels being arranged to support said base, one wheel being located in the region of each corner of said member.
Claim 22
Dependent Claim
28 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 17, wherein a flat rectangular member forms the base, legs being provided for supporting said member, said legs being adjustable in length.
Claim 23
Dependent Claim
36 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 17, wherein a flat rectangular member forms said base, four adjustable length legs being provided for supporting said member, one leg being arranged at each corner region of said member.
Claim 24
Dependent Claim
57 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 17 in combination with a flat top movable vehicle, wherein said base is provided with legs for supporting the stand, the legs being adjustable to a sufficient length to allow said vehicle to be moved underneath the base whence the legs can be adjusted to rest the stand on said vehicle.
Claim 25
Dependent Claim
31 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 20, wherein the wheels are adjustable in position relative to said flat rectangular member to enable the stand to be supported solely on said legs.
Claim 26
Dependent Claim
23 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 20 wherein said legs are adjustable to a sufficient length to lift the wheels off the ground.
Claim 27
Dependent Claim
24 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 20, wherein said adjustable length legs are telescopic in construction, mechanical means being provided for adjusting said legs.
Claim 28
Dependent Claim
24 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 20 wherein said adjustable length legs are telescopic in construction, hydraulic means controlling the adjustment of said legs.
Claim 29
Dependent Claim
30 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 20, wherein the adjustable length legs are arranged to be folded or unfolded to desired lengths, mechanical means controlling the adjustment of said legs.
Claim 30
Dependent Claim
29 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 20, wherein adjustable length legs are arranged to be folded or unfolded to desired lengths, hydraulic means controlling the adjustment of said legs.
Claim 31
Dependent Claim
17 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 17, wherein benches are arranged in tiered rows on the base.
Claim 32
Dependent Claim
24 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 29, wherein a central aisle of steps divides the seats on the stand and extends to ground level.
Claim 33
Dependent Claim
39 words
A mobile gRandstand according to claim 30, wherein a seat extension formed by interconnected rows of seats is hinged to an edge of the base and can be hinged downwardly to provide seats from ground level to the base.
Claim 34
Dependent Claim
33 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 31, wherein winches are provided which, by means of wires passing over pulleys to the seat extension, can be used to raise or lower said seat extension.
Claim 35
Dependent Claim
18 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 17, wherein individual seats in tiered rows are secured to said base.
Claim 36
Dependent Claim
21 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 33, wherein a central aisle of steps divides the seats and extends to ground level.
Claim 37
Dependent Claim
38 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 34, wherein seat extension formed by interconnected rows of seats is hinged to an edge of the base and can be hinged downwardly to provide seats from ground level to the base.
Claim 38
Dependent Claim
33 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 35, wherein winches are provided which, by means of wires passing over pulleys to the seat extension, can be used to raise or lower said seat extension.
Claim 39
Dependent Claim
49 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 17, wherein vertical framework supports extend upwardly from at least the corner regions of the base, elongate members interconnecting the upper ends of said supports, thus forming a box-like configuration framework, a sheeting of plastics material covering at least part of the framework.
Claim 40
Dependent Claim
25 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 37, wherein translucent plastics material covers at least part of at least one wall of said box-like configuration framework.
Claim 41
Dependent Claim
39 words
A mobile grandstand according to claim 17, wherein a box-like structure of rigid panelling is mounted on said base providing protection for the seats, at least one wall of said structure being removable or hinged to open the stand.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1978-05-26 | 1978-11-25 | 1979-05-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-05-26 | 1982-11-25 | 1983-05-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-05-26 | 1986-11-25 | 1987-05-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |