Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
280320500 | With worker's support or shade | 40 |
20080309033 | ROOFING CART - A ridge roofing cart can be made using mounting brackets for receiving an elongated support platform. Each bracket includes spaced plates for receiving an axle between the plates on each side thereof and an aperture for receiving an axle pivot pin at one position on the bracket. Each bracket has a plurality of apertures spaced from the pivot aperture for setting the angular position of the axle on each side of the bracket in relationship to the support platform corresponding to standard roof pitch angles. The brackets can be mounted at opposite ends of a support platform to define a cart in which the axles rotatable hold wheels which span the ridge of a roof. | 12-18-2008 |
20090066046 | Wheeled Work Machine - A wheeled work machine in which the center of gravity of a machine body is positioned low and the stability of the machine in a working position is secured without regard to the movement of the center of gravity caused by the rotation of a rotation table during work. An operation body ( | 03-12-2009 |
20090302562 | MOWER WITH CUSHIONED SUSPENSION FOR OPERATOR SUPPORT PLATFORM HAVING STOWED AND DEPLOYED POSITIONS - A stand-on riding mower has a support platform at the rear thereof for supporting an operator who stands during operation of the mower. The support platform is pivotally connected to the traction frame of the mower by a suspension that includes pivotal support plates at each side of the platform. At least one spring is arranged to push against the pivotal support plates in a direction causing the platform to rise such that the weight of the operator atop the platform causes the platform to lower until increasing biasing force in the spring balances the operator's weight. The spring ensures that impact shocks and the like on the traction frame of the mower are cushioned before reaching the operator's platform. In addition, the operator's platform is pivotal relative to the support plates to allow the operator's platform to be disposed in both a vertical stowed position and a horizontal deployed position. | 12-10-2009 |
20100066042 | Knee Protector Dolly - An embodiment of this invention is an apparatus for floor installation, repair, cleaning or ground proximity work. This apparatus is comprised of a curved base board with the curvature towards the ground covered by a protective cushion with massaging surface for comfort of knees, three or more independently lockable wheels, an adjustable angle and height seat covered by spring loaded matt and cushion for comfort and a brake system with handle for manual braking and exertion of force to the work surface. This apparatus also includes an adjustable length and angle truss covered with cushion for comfortable positioning of legs while working on the work surface. | 03-18-2010 |
20100289233 | STAND ON RIDER WITH THIGH PAD PIVOTALLY LINKED TO FOLDABLE FOOT PLATFORM - An outdoor power equipment unit, such as a mower, includes a foot platform for supporting a standing operator who operates the unit while standing atop the foot platform. The foot platform can be pivoted upwardly from a substantially horizontal orientation into a substantially vertical, folded up orientation against the rear of the traction vehicle. A thigh pad engages against the thighs of the operator and is pivotally linked to the foot platform to pivot on the traction vehicle with the pivotal motion of the foot platform. When the foot platform is horizontal, the thigh pad is pivoted to be angled downwardly and rearwardly relative to the rear of the traction vehicle. When the foot platform is folded up, the thigh pad is pivoted inwardly relative to the rear of the traction vehicle to be sandwiched between the rear of the traction vehicle and the folded up foot platform. | 11-18-2010 |
20110187068 | ERGONOMIC BENCH - In one aspect, the invention is directed to an ergonomic bench that includes a horizontal base; a vertical support structure; a seat support assembly that is height-adjustable; a chest support assembly that is height-adjustable and pitch-adjustable; a knee support assembly that is height-adjustable; and a heel rest assembly. In one aspect, the ergonomic bench includes wheels and a handle. In one aspect, the ergonomic bench includes a tool tray assembly. In one aspect, the ergonomic bench includes a horizontal base that is sectional. In one aspect, the ergonomic bench includes bumper guards. | 08-04-2011 |
20110254240 | GARDENING STOOL - A stool includes a body having a seat and a wheel assembly. The seat is selectively rotatable about an axis of the stool. The wheel assembly is engaged to the seat. The wheel assembly includes a plurality of wheels. Each of the wheels includes an exterior surface having a first portion and a second portion. The second portion includes a contoured surface. The body is adapted to tilt onto the second portions of the wheels. | 10-20-2011 |
20120169019 | STRAWBERRY PICKING CART - One example embodiment includes a system for stacking boxes in a strawberry picking cart. The system includes spring-loaded hooks, where the spring-loaded hook is configured to support a stack of full strawberry boxes, and a platform, where the platform is configured to support a bottom strawberry box. The system also includes a lifting mechanism. The lifting mechanism is configured to lift the platform such that the bottom strawberry box is positioned below the stack of full strawberry boxes. The lifting mechanism is also configured to remove the spring-loaded hook from the stack of full strawberry boxes. The lifting mechanism is further configured to raise the bottom strawberry box until the spring-loaded hook supports the bottom strawberry box. | 07-05-2012 |
20120223495 | Floor Level Rolling Work Platform - A low profile floor level rolling work platform comprised of a sheet of rigid material joined on the underside by a plurality of multi-directional friction-reducing devices of a predetermined size, quantity and position thereby providing a means by which a workman can sit and remain seated while moving from one work location to another by the thrust of a hand, arm, leg or foot and eliminating the existing method of crouching, bending or kneeling and then standing erect and walking to reach a new location. | 09-06-2012 |
20130062841 | Off-road vehicle - Invented are narrow vehicles for operation on soft surfaces for agricultural use. These would enhance worker productivity and make the work more attractive. It is essential that such vehicles be simple and low cost to enable wide adaptation. | 03-14-2013 |
20130264785 | Narrow articulated vehicle - The vehicle is narrow such that it can pass through narrow space. The overall vehicle is approximately the same width as a seated worker. Stabilization is provided by wheel rigidity of a front and a rear wheel set that is configured to give a stable vehicle stance, even though it is exceptionally narrow. Energy efficient operation is achieved with wheels having approximately continuous ground contact from edge to edge of a wheel, thus maximizing ground contact area. | 10-10-2013 |
20140265183 | STRAWBERRY BOX CART WITH WORKER SUPPORT - A strawberry box cart. The strawberry box cart includes a cart surface, where the cart surface is configured to support a strawberry box. The strawberry box cart also includes two or more wheels, where the one or more wheels are configured to support the weight of the strawberry box cart. The strawberry box cart further includes means for maintaining the wheels within furrows in a strawberry field. The strawberry box cart additionally includes a worker support configured to support at least a portion of a body of a worker. | 09-18-2014 |
20150021869 | KNEE SCOOTER - A knee scooter apparatus includes first and second concave cradle sections for receiving and supporting the knees of a user. An adjustable length cross member can be attached to the first and second cradle sections. The cradle sections can be supported on a floor surface by a plurality of wheels rotatably mounted on the underside of the cradle sections. | 01-22-2015 |
20150061246 | Mobile Work Platform - Here invented is a mobile vehicle that is a narrow work platform for work in narrow row spaces between crops planted in rows. The frame of this platform holds and allows operation of attached wheels but also provides a low floor surface from where a worker can access crops adjacent to the vehicle. Worker actions as needed to tend crops at various heights down to ground level are supported by this apparatus. | 03-05-2015 |
20160250747 | WORK CART | 09-01-2016 |
280320600 | Repairman's creepers | 25 |
20080309034 | ELEVATED WORK PLATFORM AND MULTI-FUNCTION TOOL - This invention pertains to a multi-function tool that when assembled in different configurations would meet many needs of the home or commercial mechanic. One configuration is height adjustable allowing users to work safely in an elevated position over the engine compartment of a light truck (i.e. half-ton to one-ton vehicle) even if that vehicle is lifted or taller than factory normal. Another configuration is an engine stand to hold a small engine block so the mechanic may repair it. Yet another configuration is a crane or hoist to assist in lifting engines or parts of engines (e.g. heads) out of the engine compartment to prevent injury to the mechanic. This hoist could also aid in lifting the engine or engine parts onto the engine stand or onto another conveyance (i.e. onto a truck). | 12-18-2008 |
20080309035 | Upholstered creeper - A creeper includes an inner framework having longitudinally extending, laterally spaced side rails interconnected by one or more cross members extending therebetween. A support plate is secured to the inner framework. A pad is positioned on the support plate and a cover encompasses the pad and at least a portion of the inner framework therein. A plurality of caster assemblies are secured to the inner framework. | 12-18-2008 |
20090085314 | Roller stopper - A mechanic's creeper comprising a one-piece creeper frame; a first set of free-rolling wheels located proximal a first side of the creeper frame; a second set of free-rolling wheels located proximal a second side of the creeper frame; a first rotatable shaft attached to the first and second sides of the creeper frame and supporting at least one stopper thereon; a second rotatable shaft attached to the first and second sides of the creeper frame and spaced from the first shaft and supporting at least one stopper thereon, the shafts each rotatable between a stopper up condition and a stopper floor-engaging condition; a linking bar connecting the first and second shaft and providing the shafts with corresponding movement; and an actuating lever connected to an end of the first shaft and moving the shafts between the stopper up condition and stopper floor-engaging condition through a one-step process. | 04-02-2009 |
20090102147 | Small space rough terrain mobility transport - A small space rough terrain mobility transport for assisting a person in moving through a small low clearance space with rough terrain such as the crawl space beneath a building. The inventive device includes a deck assembly | 04-23-2009 |
20090115150 | MULTI-POSITION MECHANIC'S CREEPER WITH TOOL TRAY - A multi-position creeper has multiple seating positions including a supine configuration, an inclined seating configuration and an upright seating configuration. The creeper includes a frame having a first support frame, a second support frame and a third support frame. A locking mechanism is utilized to pivotally lock the first and second support frames together. A coupling assembly is used to connect the second and third support frames together. | 05-07-2009 |
20090184482 | Mechanic's creeper - The mechanic's creeper has a lower body support, an upper body support and dual wheel assemblies mounted to the frame in a triangular array. The triangular positioning of the dual wheel assemblies provides for exceptional mobility when a person is working in a reclined position underneath a motor vehicle. The mechanic's creeper may have trays for holding small tools and parts attached to the frame near the lower body support. | 07-23-2009 |
20090212514 | Creeper dolly - The Creeper Dolly is for the use of moving heavy objects by placing them on Creeper Dolly and wheeling it to the desired location. The invention could also be used as a creeper to allow an individual to freely slide underneath a vehicle or into confine areas while working and performing various task. Made of two major components, the wheel base and resting board, the Creeper Dolly is able to adjust to accommodate various size objects or individuals by expanding the landing area in which the object or individual would rest upon. By extending and retracting the wheel base's lattice style structure in a scissor like manner, the wheel base could increase and shorten in length. Once the desired length of the wheel base as been reached, the resting board is to be laid on the wheel base to provide a comfortable resting place for an individual or object. | 08-27-2009 |
20100038870 | Collapsible Mechanic's Creeper - According to one aspect of the present invention there is provided a creeper, comprising a generally rectangular frame. Two sides of the frame may each comprise a plurality of telescoping members. Wheels may depend from the frame. A flexible covering may be provided, affixed to and generally filling said frame. The telescoping members can be positioned in at least two configurations, including a first, operating configuration where the frame is fully extended and usable as a creeper, and a second, storage configuration where the frame is fully retracted, and wherein the flexible covering does not need to be removed from the frame when the creeper is changed from the operating configuration to the storage configuration. | 02-18-2010 |
20100123293 | Mechanic's creeper with onboard lighting - Disclosed is a mechanic's creeper equipped with a lighting system. Lights can be placed on a bar surrounding the mechanic's head like a halo. In this position, the lights illuminate the area where the mechanic needs to work without getting light in the mechanic's eyes or casting annoying shadows. The creeper can include a battery to power the lights. A rechargeable battery can be provided, with the battery recharging when the creeper is not in use. A “low charge” indicator can be included. Many types of lighting fixtures are contemplated, but LEDs are preferred because they are rugged and produce a good deal of even light without drawing too much power. When multiple LEDs are used, different LEDs can be aimed in slightly different directions to more evenly illuminate the work area under the automobile. A lighting unit can be made as an add-on to attach to an existing creeper. | 05-20-2010 |
20100171278 | ELEVATED WORK PLATFORM AND MULTI-FUNCTION TOOL - This invention pertains to a multi-function tool that when assembled in different configurations would meet many needs of the home or commercial mechanic. One configuration is height adjustable allowing users to work safely in an elevated position over the engine compartment of a light truck (i.e. half-ton to one-ton vehicle) even if that vehicle is lifted or taller than factory normal. Another configuration is an engine stand to hold a small engine block so the mechanic may repair it. Yet another configuration is a crane or hoist to assist in lifting engines or parts of engines (e.g. heads) out of the engine compartment to prevent injury to the mechanic. This hoist could also aid in lifting the engine or engine parts onto the engine stand or onto another conveyance (i.e. onto a truck). | 07-08-2010 |
20110049822 | Plumber's unibody creeper - A creeper device is provided in a unibody platform to provide highly maneuverable support for a person in a generally horizontal position with either a rigid one piece platform or alternatively, with a two piece foldable hinged construction for convenient transport and storage. The unibody creeper comprises a bottom side having wheels or casters mounted thereon and a top side which may include a foam pad or cushion to support the user comfortably. The wheels are attached to the underside of the support platform and allow the device to be readily moved and maneuvered by the user. The wheels are affixed and positioned such that the head end of the creeper is cantilever supported beyond the forward most wheels to enable a person to enter the opening of a sink type cabinet door and navigate above the raised toe kickboard and cabinet floor while the creeper wheels remain on the floor outside of the cabinet. The wheel attaching means further include provisions to adjust the height of the platform to accommodate varying cabinet toe kickboard heights. The unibody platform head end supports the person's head and upper torso while working within the confined cabinet space. The unibody platform head end further comprises two substantially semi-circle cutouts provided within the cantilevered portion of the platform such that the device can be moved or placed into cabinets exhibiting a smaller entry port than the full width of the device. These semi-circle cutouts also facilitate improved range of motion of the person's arms and shoulders while remaining supported by the head end to prevent head and back strain. The unibody creeper device may further comprise a drawer for storing easily accessible tools, a carrying handle and a lighting lamp on the head end. | 03-03-2011 |
20110227302 | Low Profile Transformable Creeper - One transformable creeper includes three portions. The first portion has a frame, four wheels operatively coupled to the frame such that a lower edge of the frame is maintained above a lowermost point of the four wheels by no more than about two thirds the diameter of the four wheels, and a first support surface operatively coupled to the frame. The second portion has a second frame rotatably coupled to the frame and a second support surface. A lock maintains the second frame at three angles relative to the frame (generally 180°; between about 90° and 180°; and between 0° and 90°). The third portion has a third frame rotatably coupled to the second frame, two wheels, and a third support surface. A lock respectively maintains the third frame at two angles relative to the second frame (generally 180°, and between 0° and 90°). | 09-22-2011 |
20110227303 | Creeper with LED lights - The invention is directed to a creeper having a plurality of LED lights. The LED lights may be housed in a movable member adjacent the creeper frame or in the creeper frame. | 09-22-2011 |
20120038122 | HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE WORK SEAT - A height adjustable work seat is disclosed. The work seat is collapsible and extendable, and has a base, a seat pan and four folding and lockable legs. Four wheels are mounted to the bottom of the base. The folding legs connect the seat pan to the base. Each folding leg pivots at the base, the seat pan and a center pivot. The seat pan is at a maximum height relative to the base with the four folding legs fully extended. The seat pan is at a minimum height relative to the base with the four folding legs fully folded. A releasable locking mechanism secures each of the folding legs in a fully extended condition. One or more crossbars may connect opposing sleeve locks, aiding in locking, unlocking, folding or extending the pair of legs between which each crossbar extends. The seat pan may have a seatback. | 02-16-2012 |
20120091673 | RAILCAR MAINTENANCE CREEPER - A creeper is provided wherein the creeper has a main frame having a front, a rear, a first side, and an opposing second side. The main frame also includes wheels attached at the front and rear of the main frame, a handle attached at the rear of the main frame, and a rotatable platform. Pressure is applied to the handle thereby lifting the main frame onto railway tracks positioned under a railcar so that personnel can obtain access under the railcar and perform maintenance and work to the underside of the railcar. | 04-19-2012 |
20120139198 | CREEPER FOR CAR REPAIRING - A creeper for car repair which belongs to the technical field of basic hand tools, includes a creeper body and an object scraper mechanism which is pivotally connected with one end of the creeper body. The technical solution provided by the present invention is equipped to an object scraper mechanism which is pivotally connected with one end of the creeper body for unfolding from the creeper body and being perpendicular to the service creeper body when the operator is standing upright and heavy objects are carried, as well as laying against the back of the service creeper body when the scraper mechanism is not being used and is folded, thus facilitating the object transportation and reducing the work intensity for the operators. | 06-07-2012 |
20120235371 | MULTIPOSITION MECHANIC'S CREEPER - A multiposition mechanic's creeper for use by a worker wherein the creeper transforms into multiple working configurations for supporting the worker. The creeper includes a main creeper frame, a back frame pivotally connected with the main frame, and a seat frame pivotally carried by the back frame. A guide assembly is connected between a lower end of the back frame and the main frame to guide movement of the back frame from a flat configuration to an upright chair configuration. An inclination mechanism provides for adjusting the inclination of the back frame relative to the seat frame in a flat configuration to provide a plurality of inclined back configurations. A pair of side braces pivotally connect the main frame and back frame on opposing sides. | 09-20-2012 |
20130015630 | MECHANIC'S CREEPERAANM McAdams; GeorgeAACI Las VegasAAST NVAACO USAAGP McAdams; George Las Vegas NV US - A mechanic's creeper that is worn by the user includes a garment, a base attached to the back side of the garment and a plurality of ball casters attached to the base. | 01-17-2013 |
20130020774 | Convertible Creeper Assembly - A creeper assembly is provided that includes a frame assembly supported on a plurality of wheels for movement along a support surface. The frame assembly includes a seat and a backrest that extends from the seat. The frame assembly is adjustable between a lowered lying position, wherein the seat and the backrest are in a horizontal position at a first height above the support surface, and a raised seated position, wherein the seat is in a horizontal position at a second height above the support surface and the backrest is inclined in an upright position relative to the seat. An actuator is provided on the frame assembly that is operable for adjusting the frame assembly between the lowered lying position and the raised seated position. | 01-24-2013 |
20140027990 | MECHANIC'S CREEPER HAVING INTEGRATED LIGHTS POWERED BY A RECHARGEABLE BATTERY - An improved mechanic's creeper includes an integrated light bar having a plurality of lights that are powered by a rechargeable battery. A conventional rechargeable battery, for example a 19.2 volt battery, is charged in a charging cradle then engaged with the creeper for use. The mechanic uses the creeper in the ordinary manner, except may flip a switch for light as desired. The light bar pivots, thereby allowing the mechanic to illuminate underneath a car while working. After use the battery may be returned to the charging cradle for subsequent use. In an alternative embodiment the creeper is powered by a solar panel. | 01-30-2014 |
20140232075 | MECHANIC'S CREEPER - A creeper ( | 08-21-2014 |
20140339783 | PERSONAL POSITIONING CREEPER - A personal positioning creeper (PPC) for assisting mechanics, technicians and factory workers who need access to various angles and heights on a vehicle, aircraft, factory equipment, etc. The PPC allows the operator to simultaneously maneuver from lying supine near the ground, to moving upward and rotating into a full sitting position without having to dismount the PPC. The PPC comprises: a three member frame system (base, seat, and backrest frame connected together with eight (8) bell cranks and four (4) linkage assemblies), all under the control of a hydraulic system. The hydraulic system comprises: 1) a hydraulic pump with an ergonomically designed pump actuator handle and a release valve; and, 2) a hydraulic cylinder connected to the hydraulic pump, and to the linkage assemblies to rotate the bell cranks. The resistance to the pumping action felt by the operator remains constant regardless of the height of the seat. | 11-20-2014 |
20150084293 | MECHANIC'S CREEPER - A mechanic's creeper includes a front frame, a middle frame and a back frame. The front frame is configured to rotate with respect to the middle frame, and the middle frame is configured to rotate with respect to the back frame. A front pad mounted on the front frame has a top surface provided with a groove in which an LED strip light is received. The middle frame is pivotally connected to a bracket. The bracket is configured to rotate with respect to the middle frame between a position where it is parallel to the middle frame to a position where it is parallel to the back frame. | 03-26-2015 |
20160039088 | Vehicle Service Platform - A vehicle service platform supporting a user while working underneath a dashboard of a vehicle. The vehicle service platform includes an upper frame, a lower frame, a scissor lift, a jackscrew, a plurality of casters, a support cushion, a headrest and an actuating crossbar. The user actuates the jackscrew to raise the upper frame from the lower frame through scissor lift and the actuating crossbar mounted to the scissor lift. The plurality of casters allow the vehicle service platform to be maneuverable around the vehicle to access the dashboard from the driver side or passenger side of the vehicle. The support cushion and the headrest provide a comfortable surface for the user to lay supine while working on the vehicle. The headrest is able to be angled to the user's preference for better access and viewing under the dashboard. | 02-11-2016 |
20160096265 | Creeper Tool Device - A creeper tool device ensures that tools and fasteners are readily accessible while working on an underbody of a vehicle. The device includes a support member having a top surface, a bottom surface, a first end, a second end and a pair of opposed sides extending between the first end and the second end. The top surface is configured for supporting a head and upper body of a user thereon when the user is lying in a supine position. A plurality of magnets is coupled to the support member wherein each of the magnets is configured for receiving a fastener thereon for magnetically coupling the fastener to the associated magnet. A plurality of casters is coupled to the bottom surface of the support member. | 04-07-2016 |