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US4099693A
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Container support
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1976-10-22
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Granted: 1978-07-11
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Expires: 1996-10-22
Abstract
Abstract In abstract a preferred embodiment of this invention is a support for use in conjunction with hollow rung ladders. This support has an elongated portion adapted to pass through the hollow rungs with a retaining configuration on the end thereof. The opposite end has a container bail engaging projection with a container side support positioned therebelow.
Inventors
- 👤 Ellis L. Blann
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 08:45
CPC Classifications
E; E06; E06C; E06C7/00; E06C7/14; E06C7/143
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
152 words
A container support comprising: an aluminum type ladder having hollow rungs; an elongated rod-like member of relatively small diameter compared to the interior diameter of said hollow rungs; an upturned hook portion bent at an angle of approximately 90° forming one end of said elongated member and adapted to pass through a hollow rung of said ladder; a downturned bracket portion forming the end of said elongated portion opposite said hook portion whereby a Z-shaped member is provided; a bail engaging member provided on said elongated portion adjacent said bracket portion; and a container side engaging means provided adjacent the end of said bracket portion opposite said elongated member whereby a container support is provided for use in conjunction with said aluminum type ladder wherein the weight of said container on one end of said support will cause a positive locking effect between the opposite 90° upturned end portion and said ladder.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
152 words
A container support comprising: an aluminum type ladder having hollow rungs; an elongated rod-like member of relatively small diameter compared to the interior diameter of said hollow rungs; an upturned hook portion bent at an angle of approximately 90° forming one end of said elongated member and adapted to pass through a hollow rung of said ladder; a downturned bracket portion forming the end of said elongated portion opposite said hook portion whereby a Z-shaped member is provided; a bail engaging member provided on said elongated portion adjacent said bracket portion; and a container side engaging means provided adjacent the end of said bracket portion opposite said elongated member whereby a container support is provided for use in conjunction with said aluminum type ladder wherein the weight of said container on one end of said support will cause a positive locking effect between the opposite 90° upturned end portion and said ladder.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
The support of claim 1 wherein the bracket portion is a bend in the elongated rod-like member of approximately 90°.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
19 words
The support of claim 1 wherein the container side engaging means is a flange secured to the bracket portion.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
16 words
The support of claim 3 wherein the flange is an angular member having adjacent flat surfaces.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
12 words
The support of claim 3 wherein the flange is a concave member.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
19 words
The support of claim 1 wherein the bail engaging member is a rod-like projection secured to said elongated portion.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1981-07-10 | 1982-01-09 | 1982-07-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-07-10 | 1986-01-09 | 1986-07-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-07-10 | 1990-01-09 | 1990-07-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |