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Height adjustable universal creeper apparatus
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1994-03-25
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Granted: 1995-10-24
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Expires: 2014-03-25
Abstract
Abstract A height adjustable universal creeper comprises a moveable base, interchangeable posts, extension members, a cushioned platform mounted upon a frame which is mounted upon the extension members, and rungs attached to a long post and spaced apart along the length of the long post. A tray is slidably mounted beneath the platform near a terminal end of the frame and has a compartment to conveniently store tools, accessories, and the like. The height adjustable creeper is very versatile and can be easily adjusted not only above hard-to-reach work areas such as engine compartments of vehicles but also beneath the work areas such as beneath the vehicles.
Inventors
- 👤 Michael R. Hansen
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-09 00:32
CPC Classifications
B; B25; B25H; B25H5/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
131 words
A height adjustable universal creeper apparatus comprising: a wheeled base having two elongate longitudinal members and at least one cross member which interconnects said two elongate longitudinal members; a support member fixedly attached upon said base; a height adjustable means detachably mounted upon said support member; a frame having a cap member fixedly attached thereto, said cap member being detachably mounted upon said height adjustable means, said frame further having two side members spaced from one another and disposed generally parallel to said base; a platform securely mounted upon said frame; and a tray slidably mounted beneath said platform and between and in alignment with said side members, said tray further having a compartment for storing tools and the like and being slidable from beneath said platform to expose said compartment.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
131 words
A height adjustable universal creeper apparatus comprising: a wheeled base having two elongate longitudinal members and at least one cross member which interconnects said two elongate longitudinal members; a support member fixedly attached upon said base; a height adjustable means detachably mounted upon said support member; a frame having a cap member fixedly attached thereto, said cap member being detachably mounted upon said height adjustable means, said frame further having two side members spaced from one another and disposed generally parallel to said base; a platform securely mounted upon said frame; and a tray slidably mounted beneath said platform and between and in alignment with said side members, said tray further having a compartment for storing tools and the like and being slidable from beneath said platform to expose said compartment.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
120 words
A height adjustable universal creeper apparatus according to claim 1, wherein said height adjustable means comprises a long hollow post being detachably mounted upon said support member and having an open top end; a long extension member slidably extending through said top end of said long hollow post for raising and lowering said platform as desired by the user; and a locking member threaded through a wall of said long hollow post for engaging and locking said extension member at minutely selected heights as desired by the user; and a ladder means comprising a plurality of rungs fixedly attached to and along the length of said long post for providing a means for a user to get upon said platform.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
37 words
A height adjustable universal creeper apparatus according to claim 2, wherein said long post is slightly angled over above said base to allow the user to conveniently move upon said ladder means to get upon said platform.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
107 words
A height adjustable universal creeper apparatus according to claim 2, wherein said height adjustable means comprises at least one hollow short post being interchangeable with said long hollow post and being detachably mounted upon said support member and further having an open top end; a short extension member slidably extending through said top end of said short hollow port for raising and lowering said platform beneath a work area as desired by the user; and and said locking means threaded through a wall of said at least one short hollow post for engaging and locking said extension member at minutely selected heights as desired by the user.
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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) | 1998-10-23 | 1999-04-24 | 1999-10-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 2002-10-23 | 2003-04-24 | 2003-10-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2006-10-23 | 2007-04-24 | 2007-10-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |