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Class 182
FIRE ESCAPE, LADDER, OR SCAFFOLD
Class Definition:
This class includes (1) structures supported in spaced
relation to the earth's surface for supporting a workman
adjacent a structure being worked on, (2) means for climbing
comprising a stile having steps or rungs, (3) means ancillary
to normal egress means to traverse a vertical distance to
facilitate quick escape from a structure in case of emergency
not elsewhere provided for and (4) torso harness, for rescue
or escape operations, with or without a tether anchored to
the work or to a worker's support.
REFERENCES TO OTHER CLASSES
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
14, Bridges, subclasses 69.5-72.5 for a gangway for
supporting a person or material between ordinarily
disassociated bases.
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), appropriate subclass
for a tower, mast or other structurally similar building
structure including a building construction forming or
combined with a stair or ladder, a helical stair or a stair
with a riser. This class (182) takes a tower with a platform
which supports a person.
104, Railways, appropriate subclasses for a track mounted
vehicle of general utility.
105, Railway Rolling Stock, subclasses 437+ for vehicle
steps with a gate, and subclasses 443+ for permanent vehicle
steps requiring installation at the time the railway car is
manufactured or requiring modification of the car, and for an
auxiliary step in combination with and requiring specific
coaction with said permanent steps or the side supports
therefor, e.g., an extension or auxiliary step for a
staircase on a railway car operated therefrom. Class 182
takes auxiliary steps external and independent of a railway
car, and an auxiliary step simply supported by merely "a
step".
108, Horizontally Supported Planar Surfaces, subclasses 144+
for a vertically adjustable horizontally supported planar
surface, and subclasses 115+ for folding horizontally
supported planar surface, especially subclasses 116+ for such
surfaces which are vertically adjustable.
119, Animal Husbandry, subclasses 712+ and 856+ for body
harness useful for both lower animals and human beings. See
the search notes thereunder.
137, Fluid Handling, subclass 342 for a workman's support
ancillary to a fluid handling system.
169, Fire Extinguishers, subclass 24 for a pumping apparatus
on a fire truck and subclass 25 for a portable discharge pipe
with means for elevating and controlling a fire-hose nozzle.
This class (182) takes similar structure wherein the truck
supports a ladder in operative position or wherein the nozzle
support is a ladder structure.
187, Elevator, Industrial Lift Truck, or Stationary Lift for
Vehicle, appropriate subclasses for personnel lift structure
of general application. This class (182) takes the
combination of a scaffold or ladder and such an elevator.
188, Brakes, subclass 65.1 for strand brakes of general
utility.
198, Conveyors: Power-Driven, appropriate subclasses for a
conveyor having general utility.
212, Traversing Hoists, subclasses 71+ and 312+ for
traveling cranes of general application; and subclasses 223+
for a hoist having a horizontally swingable boom.
244, Aeronautics, subclass 147 for aircraft structure
relating to passenger and cargo loading and discharge, and
subclasses 138+ for a safety lowering device, especially
subclasses 142+ for a parachute.
248, Supports, subclasses 210+ for a bracket peculiar to a
ladder, subclasses 235+ for a scaffold type bracket,
subclasses 317+ for a suspended support of general utility
and subclasses 351+ for a wall-board prop.
254, Implements or Apparatus for Applying Pushing or Pulling
Force, subclasses 151+ for a cable drum of fire-escape type
and subclasses 167+ for suspended cable drums of general
utility.
280, Land Vehicles, subclass 4 for a vehicle with a ladder
rack, subclasses 32.5+ for a vehicle having a workman's
support adjacent the ground, and subclasses 163+ for steps
requiring vehicle modification. This class (182) takes mere
wheels on a ladder and takes a ladder mounted on a vehicle
wherein the mounting supports the ladder in its operative
position.
403, Joints and Connections, appropriate subclasses for
joints of general utility and particularly subclass 49 for
laterally related members connected by latch means.
414, Material or Article Handling, subclasses 10+ for a
lifting device for use in fastening sheet material to an
overhead member or surface; e.g., to a ceiling where there is
manipulation of the sheet; subclass 560 for a traversing
hoist with diverse material handling means; subclasses 685+
for a vertically and horizontally swinging load support of
general application, and subclass 507 for a self-loading or
unloading vehicle having a load handling means in the nature
of a conveyor and provided with means for supporting a person
in working relationship to the conveyor.
446, Amusement Devices: Toys, subclasses 49+ for a toy
parachute.
SUBCLASSES
Subclass:
1
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising steps pivoted with respect to horizontally pivoted
ladder stile structure, the device being provided with means
maintaining the step level during pivotal movement of the
stile structure.
Subclass:
2.1
MEANS MAINTAINING PLATFORM LEVEL ON ANGULARLY MOVABLE
SUPPORT:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a work station (e.g., bucket, cage, seat, etc.)
intended to pivot about an axis generally parallel with the
ground or support thereunder, with means to hold the work
station in a level position regardless of the angle of
inclination of the movable support relative to the ground.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), subclasses 111+
for a mechanism operated or relatively movable shaft
assembly; e.g., a tilting skeleton tower, per se.
Subclass:
2.11
Telescopic support:
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.3. Device
comprising a linearly extensible and retractable boom which
is relatively movable to increase or decrease its end-to-end
length to raise or lower the work platform.
Subclass:
2.2
Adjustable to plural operating positions:
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.1. Device wherein
the orientation of the platform is changeable from one
orientation to another.
Subclass:
2.3
Swingable support:
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.1. Device
comprising a boom section pivotally connected at its lower
end to a supporting base for pivotal movement in a vertical
plane.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
212, Traversing Hoists, subclasses 255+ for a traversing
derrick having a vertically swinging hoist frame.
414, Material or Article Handling, subclasses 706+ for
vertically swinging load supports of the tilting shovel or
fork type having means to maintain the shovel or fork level
during the swinging.
Subclass:
2.4
Of dielectric material:
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.3. Device
comprising a structural component which is constructed of
electrically nonconducting material (e.g., glass fiber,
plastic, resin, etc.) to prevent short circuiting from the
electrical wire to the ground.
Subclass:
2.5
Ladder associated:
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.3. Device wherein
the boom section is provided with two long, structural
members crossed by parallel rungs, used to climb or descend.
Subclass:
2.6
Providing access to underside of elevated surface:
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.3. Device
comprising a supporting base located on top of an elevated
structure (e.g., bridge, elevated roadway, etc.) with a first
boom section extending downwardly and over the side of the
elevated structure, and a second boom section attached to the
end of the first swinging into a position so it extends back
under the elevated structure whereby an individual located on
the platform may obtain easy access to the structure's under
surface.
Subclass:
2.7
Parallelogram linkage:
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.3. Device wherein
the swingable support comprises a parallel motion linkage
which has a pair of substantially parallel lifting arms.
Subclass:
2.8
Foldable hinged support:
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.3. Device wherein
the swingable support comprises at least two boom sections
which are pivotally interconnected and folded one on the
other in their inoperative positions.
Subclass:
2.9
Hydraulically operated:
This subclass is indented under subclass 2.8. Device
comprising a telescopic cylinder and piston rod form of
hydraulic lift to pivot the boom section.
Subclass:
3
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
with means closely encircling a person's torso like a
harness.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
189 for a mere seat or foot loop on a strand type escape.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
54, Harness, subclass 134 for body restraints.
119, Animal Husbandry, subclasses 712+ for a harness for
controlling or handling an animal, and subclasses 856+ for a
body- or appendage-encircling collar or band.
128, Surgery, subclass 134 for a body restraint.
297, Chairs and Seats, subclasses 464+ and especially
subclasses 468+ for flexible bands engaging the body of a
seated person.
Subclass:
4
This subclass is indented under subclass 3. Device having
anchoring means associated with a window.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
24, Buckles, Buttons, Clasps, etc., particularly subclasses
455+ and 572+ for a clasp.
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), subclass 37 for a
safety belt hook attached at or near a window frame.
Subclass:
5
This subclass is indented under subclass 3. Device with means
to control descent, along a strand, of a person supported by
the encircling means.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
72 for a supple escape having other means to support a
person thereon with occupant of said means controlling a
descent retarder.
Subclass:
6
This subclass is indented under subclass 5. Device including
loop means for encircling a leg or foot of the person.
Subclass:
7
This subclass is indented under subclass 5. Device including
means providing a seat for the supported person.
Subclass:
8
This subclass is indented under subclass 3. Device wherein
there is provided means connecting the torso encircling means
with a ladder.
Subclass:
9
This subclass is indented under subclass 3. Device wherein
there is provided means for encircling or grasping a pole,
tree or the like.
Subclass:
10
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a personnel carrier, e.g., a seat, cage, platform,
supported on an inclined cable for movement there along.
Subclass:
11
This subclass is indented under subclass 10. Device wherein
the travel of the carrier along the cable is controlled by
the occupant.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 5+ for torso harness with a descent retarder.
Subclass:
12
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
for traversing the horizontal and with means actuating,
controlling or responding to the horizontal traversing.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
280, Land Vehicles, subclass 32.5 for a vehicle carrying
platform for a person engaged in work adjacent the ground.
414, Material or Article Handling, subclass 508 for a
self-loading or unloading vehicle having a load handling
means in the nature of a conveyor and provided with means for
supporting a person in working relationship to the conveyor.
Subclass:
13
This subclass is indented under subclass 12. Device with
occupant operated actuation or control means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
280, Land Vehicles, subclass 1.11 for velocipede occupant
propelled vehicles, and subclass 200 for other occupant
propelled wheeled land vehicles.
Subclass:
14
This subclass is indented under subclass 13. Device further
provided with occupant raising or lowering means, controlled
by the occupant.
Subclass:
15
This subclass is indented under subclass 13. Device wherein
the control means is a holding means, e.g., brake means.
Subclass:
16
This subclass is indented under subclass 12. Device with
propelling handle means, or with steering means.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 13+ for occupant controlled steering devices.
Subclass:
17
This subclass is indented under subclass 12. Device with
means to prevent traversing.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
15 for holding means with occupant actuated or controlled
means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
188, Brakes, appropriate subclasses for brake means of
general utility.
Subclass:
18
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
combined with means to alert a person to a condition or to
indicate a position or condition.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
116, Signals and Indicators, appropriate subclasses for a
signal, alarm or indicator of more general utility. See the
search notes in the class definition of Class 116.
340, Communications: Electrical, subclasses 541+ for
electrical automatic intrusion responsive signal systems;
subclasses 686.1+ for electrical automatic position
responsive signal systems; and subclass 666 for electrical
automatic weight responsive signal systems.
Subclass:
19
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
including control means responsive to means sensing a
condition.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 12+ for a device of this class with control
means responsive to horizontal traversing.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
187, Elevator, Industrial Lift Truck, or Stationary Lift for
Vehicle, subclasses 276+ for control mechanisms for
elevators of general application.
Subclass:
20
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
which by reorientation or by rearrangement or omission or
addition of a part, there is obtained a second character or
different kind of device having a different mode of
operation.
Subclass:
21
This subclass is indented under subclass 20. Device
comprising a ladder.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings).
Subclass:
22
This subclass is indented under subclass 21. Device
comprising a ladder which is transformed into a different
type ladder, e.g., a stepladder convertible to stacked
ladders.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
163 for elongated ladders with folding components enabling
them to be shortened and still usable.
178.1 for ladders with stacking means.
207 for an extension ladder.
Subclass:
23
This subclass is indented under subclass 22. Device
comprising a stepladder having a ladder section as a prop
which section may be pivoted to an inverted position to
extend the ladder.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 104+ for pivotally connected ladders with a
noninvertible feature.
subclasses 115+ for a ladder with a platform with a
noninvertible feature.
subclasses 165+ for a ladder with a pivoted prop with a
noninvertible feature.
Subclass:
24
This subclass is indented under subclass 23. Device wherein
the ladder stile and prop are in end-to-end abutting position
when the prop is used to extend the ladder.
Subclass:
25
This subclass is indented under subclass 23. Device wherein
there is provided a spreader or tie between the ladder and
the prop spaced from the pivot point thereof.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
217, Wooden Receptacles, subclasses 60+ for pivoted braces
for wooden receptacles.
Subclass:
26
This subclass is indented under subclass 22. Device wherein
one form of the ladder is a stepladder, in which the point of
connection between the ladder and its prop is variable,
thereby providing for its use or a planar surface or on
multiple planes, e.g., a stairway.
Subclass:
27
This subclass is indented under subclass 21. Device
comprising a ladder convertible to a scaffold structure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
2.1 for an angularly movable support with means to maintain
a step level.
104 for pivotally connected ladders.
subclasses 115+ for a ladder with a platform.
subclasses 153+ for a unitary folding trestle.
subclasses 163+ for a ladder with folding stiles.
subclasses 165+ for a ladder with a pivoted prop.
Subclass:
28
This subclass is indented under subclass 21. Device
comprising a ladder convertible to a table or to a support
for a table surface.
Subclass:
29
This subclass is indented under subclass 28. Device in which
the table comprises an ironing board.
Subclass:
30
This subclass is indented under subclass 29. Device wherein
the ironing board converts to a pivoted prop for the ladder.
Subclass:
31
This subclass is indented under subclass 30. Device wherein
the ironing board when functioning as such is supported by
crossed-leg structure.
Subclass:
32
This subclass is indented under subclass 28. Device in which
the table comprises a stand for the support of a wash basin.
Subclass:
33
This subclass is indented under subclass 21. Device
comprising a ladder convertible to a support for a seated
occupant.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
248, Supports, subclasses 127+ for a stool of general
utility.
297, Chairs and Seats, appropriate subclasses, for a device
restricted to a support for a seated person.
Subclass:
33.2
This subclass is indented under subclass 33. Device wherein
the occupant supporting bottom and its associated leg
structure is turned 180 deg. end-for-end to uncover steps or
rungs concealed or obstructed thereby or there beneath.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
297, Chairs and Seats, subclasses 1+ for a seating device
invertible to uncover supports on the reverse side.
Subclass:
33.3
This subclass is indented under subclass 33. Device wherein
the ladder rungs are mounted within or upon the back of the
seating device, i.e., the back comprises the stiles or the
stiles are mounted on the back.
Subclass:
33.4
This subclass is indented under subclass 33.3. Device wherein
the rungs of the ladder are immovably held by their stiles
and do not pivot with respect thereto.
Subclass:
33.5
This subclass is indented under subclass 33. Device wherein a
step is movable from a nonuse position under a support for a
seated occupant to a use position outside of such support.
Subclass:
33.6
This subclass is indented under subclass 33.5. Device wherein
the step moves as an entity in an arc a portion of a
revolution about a horizontal axis in moving from the use to
nonuse position.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
297, Chairs and Seats, subclass 423.26 for a footrest
pivoted to swing from a use to a nonuse position under a
chair or seat.
Subclass:
34
This subclass is indented under subclass 21. Device
convertible from a ladder to a bed.
Subclass:
35
This subclass is indented under subclass 20. Device
convertible to an article of furniture.
Subclass:
36
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
movably mounted by track supported means for horizontal
traversing.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 10+ for a traveling personnel carrier on a
stationary inclined cable.
subclasses 12+ for a ladder or platform including means for
horizontal traversing with actuation control or response
means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
212, Traversing Hoists, subclasses 312+ and 71+ for
traveling cranes of general application.
Subclass:
37
This subclass is indented under subclass 36. Device provided
with means for elevating or lowering the person occupying the
device.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 141+ for a platform having elevating or lowering
means.
150 for a suspended platform.
Subclass:
38
This subclass is indented under subclass 36. Device including
vertically spaced tracks.
Subclass:
39
This subclass is indented under subclass 36. Device which
also directly engage a floor or the ground when in use
position.
Subclass:
40
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
including a supple escape, e.g., a flexible ladder, and means
on a common base therewith to upwardly extend and support
said escape by rigid extensible support means or rigidifying
and extending means.
Subclass:
41
This subclass is indented under subclass 40. Device including
means to simultaneously rigidify and extend the supple escape
means.
Subclass:
42
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a personnel carrier mounted on endless conveyor
means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
198, Conveyors: Power-Driven, appropriate subclass for
endless conveyors of general utility.
Subclass:
43
This subclass is indented under subclass 42. Device in which
the conveyor is provided with upper and lower supports in its
endless path of travel.
Subclass:
44
This subclass is indented under subclass 43. Device in which
the carrier pivots or folds.
Subclass:
45
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a platform and means for supporting said platform
on a pitched roof in a position of utility.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
248, Supports, subclass 148 for a receptacle stand for a
sloping surface, and subclass 237 for a scaffold support of
general utility which compensates for roof pitch.
Subclass:
46
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
with means to inhibit the transfer of wave energy, e.g., heat
or electricity.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), subclass 404.1 for
a building component with an insulating insert in a cavity,
and subclasses 408+ for a disparate material lamina
separating building components.
Subclass:
47
This subclass is indented under subclass 46. Device including
shield means to protect a person from fire or heat while
using escape means.
Subclass:
48
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
including a trough, tube or tower means with means utilizable
only by a person or combined with means essential to
maintaining life (e.g., ventilation means).
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 43+ for an escape chute or tower with an endless
conveyor.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
193, Conveyors, Chutes, Skids, Guides, and Ways, subclasses
2+ for a mere chute.
Subclass:
49
This subclass is indented under subclass 48. Device wherein
the means utilized by a person is a ladder.
Subclass:
50
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
provided with a projector or projectile to assist in getting
the device to its point of use.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
42, Firearms, appropriate subclasses for various firearms,
per se.
43, Fishing, Trapping, and Vermin Destroying, subclass 19
for fishing rods with line propelling or trajecting means.
89, Ordnance, subclass 6.5 for fuse setters with projecting,
launching or releasing devices.
102, Ammunition and Explosives, subclass 504 for a
projectile with line carrying means.
124, Mechanical Guns and Projectors, appropriate subclass for
the projection of missiles through the air by mechanical
means.
273, Amusement Devices: Games, subclasses 317+ for aerial
projectile types of amusement devices.
Subclass:
51
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
with fluid handling means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
137, Fluid Handling, subclass 342 for a fluid system support
for workman or nonsystem material.
169, Fire Extinguishers, subclass 25 for a portable fire
fighting tower wherein a nozzle is controlled from the
supporting base of the tower.
Subclass:
52
This subclass is indented under subclass 51. Device wherein a
fluid conduit is a support member for a ladder, platform or
escape.
Subclass:
53
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a balcony-like platform detachably mounted in a
window opening.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
4 for a window washer safety strip with a torso harness.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), subclasses 73+ for
a rigid cantilevered barrier, e.g., a balcony.
248, Supports, subclasses 235+ for shelf or scaffold type
brackets, particularly subclass 236 for window mounted
types.
297, Chairs and Seats, subclasses 234+ for an auxiliary
seat supported from another seat, and subclasses 452.1+ for a
seat provided with bracket support means.
312, Supports: Cabinet Structure, subclasses 101+, for a
window mounted cabinet.
Subclass:
54
This subclass is indented under subclass 53. Device with a
step, rung or additional platform.
Subclass:
55
This subclass is indented under subclass 53. Device wherein
the platform is disposed below the window.
Subclass:
56
This subclass is indented under subclass 53. Device wherein
the platform is extensible.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
223 for a platform comprising relatively movable sections.
Subclass:
57
This subclass is indented under subclass 53. Device with
support means engaging the wall surface of the common wall
opposite that on which the platform is mounted.
Subclass:
58
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Device with
depending means inwardly of the window which engages the
framing or wall surface below said window opening.
Subclass:
59
This subclass is indented under subclass 58. Device with
depending support means outwardly of the window opening which
engages the framing or wall surface.
Subclass:
60
This subclass is indented under subclass 59. Device with
means to clamp it to one the walls.
Subclass:
61
This subclass is indented under subclass 59. Device with a
diagonal strut or brace outwardly of the window or window
opening to maintain the platform horizontal.
Subclass:
62
This subclass is indented under subclass 57. Device with a
diagonal strut or brace outwardly of the window opening to
maintain the platform horizontal.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
61 for a window saddle and a diagonal strut.
Subclass:
62.5
This subclass is indented under the class definition.
Structure having means to extend a substructure for a
platform in a vertical direction and means mounted for
movement outwardly of the platform, e.g., forming a bridge or
cantilevered ladder.
Subclass:
63.1
HAVING TRANSPOSITIONING BASE AND ERECTING MEANS:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
provided with a mobile base (e.g., a vehicle) to transport
the device from a first position to a second position and
with means to lower portions thereof for transportation and
to raise the portions back to an elevated position after
transportation.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
2.1 for an extensible boom with means to maintain a platform
level.
subclasses 12+ for a fire escape, ladder, or scaffold with
means actuating, controlling, or responsive to horizontal
traversing.
subclasses 40+ for an upwardly extensible, flexible ladder
or escape.
50 for an escape with a projector or projectile.
Subclass:
64.1
Ladder pivotably mounted on transpositioning base (e.g., on
vehicle):
This subclass is indented under subclass 63.1. Device
comprising a ladder mounted to turn about an axis on the
mobile base for swinging movement in a vertical or horizontal
plane.
Subclass:
65.1
About vertical axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 64.1. Device wherein
the supporting base (e.g., turntable) rotates about a
vertical axis with respect to its movable support means
(e.g., vehicle).
Subclass:
66.1
Extension ladder (i.e., ladder having sliding section):
This subclass is indented under subclass 65.1. Device
comprising a plurality of coextensive, elongated ladder
units, one of which is designed to be moved along its
longitudinal axis relative to the other.
Subclass:
66.2
Motor operated:
This subclass is indented under subclass 66.1. Device
provided with a prime mover for extending the ladder
section.
Subclass:
67.1
Manually operated:
This subclass is indented under subclass 66.1. Device wherein
the ladder is extended by hand.
Subclass:
67.2
By use of screw:
This subclass is indented under subclass 67.1. Device wherein
the ladder is extended by manually rotating a threaded shaft
within a threaded sleeve.
Subclass:
67.3
By use of gear:
This subclass is indented under subclass 67.1. Device wherein
the ladder is extended by manually rotating a toothed wheel
in meshing engagement with another toothed wheel or with a
toothed segment.
Subclass:
67.4
Folding ladder:
This subclass is indented under subclass 65.1. Device
comprising a ladder of multiple coextensive sections
pivotally connected together so that they can be brought from
an extended to a folded position.
Subclass:
67.5
Having screw rod for erecting ladder about horizontal pivot:
This subclass is indented under subclass 65.1. Device
comprising a ladder elevating mechanism actuated by a rotary
motion of a threaded rod within a threaded sleeve.
Subclass:
68.1
Extension ladder pivotally mounted to be erected about a
horizontal axis:
This subclass is indented under subclass 64.1. Device
comprising a plurality of coextensive, elongated ladder units
designed to be moved along their longitudinal axis relative
to one another wherein the ladder is mounted for movement
about a horizontal axis.
Subclass:
68.2
Having winch means for erecting ladder:
This subclass is indented under subclass 68.1. Device wherein
the pivotal motion of the extension ladder on the horizontal
axis is actuated by a line means wound upon a winding drum.
Subclass:
68.3
Having gear means for erecting ladder:
This subclass is indented under subclass 68.1. Device wherein
the pivotal motion of the extension ladder on the horizontal
axis is actuated by the meshing engagement between a toothed
wheel and another toothed wheel or a toothed segment.
Subclass:
69.1
Having lazy tong extending means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 68.1. Device wherein
the ladder is extended by a scissors structure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
208 for mechanical or power extending means for an extension
ladder, generally.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
74, Machine Element or Mechanism, subclass 521 for lazy tong
mechanism, generally.
Subclass:
69.2
And winch to actuate lazy tong:
This subclass is indented under subclass 69.1. Device wherein
movement of the scissors structure is effected by a line
means (e.g., rope, cable, etc.) wound upon a winding drum.
Subclass:
69.3
And gear to actutate lazy tong:
This subclass is indented under subclass 69.1. Device wherein
movement of the scissors structure is effected by the meshing
engagement between a toothed wheel and another toothed wheel
or toothed segment.
Subclass:
69.4
Telescopic erecting means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 63.1. Device wherein
the means to raise or lower the work platform comprises
concentric, tubular sections disposed in sliding relationship
with one another.
Subclass:
69.5
Erecting means actutated by lazy tong:
This subclass is indented under subclass 63.1. Device wherein
the means to raise or lower the work platform comprises a
vertically extensible or retractable scissors structure
interposed between the supporting base and the work
platform.
Subclass:
69.6
And platform elevatable relative to its support:
This subclass is indented under subclass 63.1. Device
combined with a work platform movable up and down along a
vertical support.
(1) Note. The work platform of this subclass may be moved
manually or by a power operated means.
Subclass:
70
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising storage means for and combined with a flexible
escape made of supple material.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 10+ for a personnel carrier supported by and
moving with respect to an inclined cable.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
188, Brakes, subclass 65.1 for a strand brake.
254, Implements or Apparatus for Applying Pushing or Pulling
Force, subclasses 151+ for a fire escape cable drum.
Subclass:
71
This subclass is indented under subclass 70. Device
comprising an escape in which the device descends under the
influence of the weight of an occupant.
Subclass:
72
This subclass is indented under subclass 70. Device with an
occupant controlled descent retarding device.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 5+ for a strand retarder combined with a torso
harness.
193 for a carrier on a strand having an occupant actuated
brake.
Subclass:
73
This subclass is indented under subclass 70. Device wherein
the storage means comprises a reel upon which the flexible
escape is wound.
Subclass:
74
This subclass is indented under subclass 73. Devices provided
with release means actuatable to permit a ladder-type escape
to unwind from the reel.
Subclass:
75
This subclass is indented under subclass 74. Device in which
the reel is provided with a brake or regulator means to
retard the unwinding of the escape therefrom.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
5 for a retarder of similar nature combined with a torso
harness.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
188, Brakes, subclasses 290+ for a fluid-resistance brake
retarding the rotation of an unwinding escape reel.
Subclass:
76
This subclass is indented under subclass 70. Device in which
the storage means is embedded in a wall.
Subclass:
77
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
wherein a ladder is associated with a door.
Subclass:
78
This subclass is indented under subclass 77. Device wherein
the ladder and door are so related that movement of the
latter causes movement of the ladder.
Subclass:
79
This subclass is indented under subclass 78. Device
comprising a rigid ladder provided with a guide means.
Subclass:
80
This subclass is indented under subclass 79. Device in which
a guide is mounted on or near the door frame.
Subclass:
81
This subclass is indented under subclass 78. Device wherein
the door and ladder are movably mounted on opposite sides of
a common supporting wall (e.g., ceiling).
Subclass:
82
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
permanently associated with a structural ceiling, wall, or
floor for supporting said device relative thereto.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
137, Fluid Handling, subclass 342 for a workman's support
combined with a fluid handling system.
Subclass:
83
This subclass is indented under subclass 82. Device wherein a
combined ladder and platform, e.g., balcony, are attached to
a wall.
Subclass:
84
This subclass is indented under subclass 83. Device wherein
both the platform and the ladder are mounted for movement
with respect to the wall.
Subclass:
85
This subclass is indented under subclass 83. Device wherein
the ladder is mounted for movement.
Subclass:
86
This subclass is indented under subclass 85. Device wherein
the ladder is pivotally mounted.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
2.5 for a pivoted ladder having steps which are maintained
level.
Subclass:
87
This subclass is indented under subclass 82. Device in which
a portion of a scaffold support means is secured within the
structure comprising a wall.
Subclass:
88
This subclass is indented under subclass 82. Device which are
retractable or collapsible beneath the floor support on track
means.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 79+ for a guided rigid ladder operated by
associated door means.
Subclass:
89
This subclass is indented under subclass 82. Device wherein a
pivoted ladder or step is biased in or out of use position by
spring means.
Subclass:
90
This subclass is indented under subclass 82. Device
comprising a separate and distinct rung or step enabling a
person to climb from one level to another.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
211, Supports: Racks, subclass 123 for a horizontally
mounted rod-type support of general utility.
Subclass:
91
This subclass is indented under subclass 90. Device which is
pivotally mounted.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
105, Railway Rolling Stock, subclasses 443+ for a permanent
step pivotally secured to a railway vehicle.
280, Land Vehicles, subclass 166 for a step-requiring
vehicle modification mounted on a land vehicle with means
permitting the step to be moved into various positions.
Subclass:
92
This subclass is indented under subclass 90. Device wherein
the step or rung is readily detachable from its supporting
means without the use of tools.
Subclass:
93
This subclass is indented under subclass 82. Device
comprising a ladder structure secured to a wall of a
building, car, or other similar supporting structure.
Subclass:
94
This subclass is indented under subclass 93. Device with
which there is associated a wall penetrating actuating or
operating means to effect the collapsing the ladder
structure.
Subclass:
95
This subclass is indented under subclass 93. Device said
ladder comprising rigid components mounted for hinged motion
therebetween to permit folding.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 156+ for a unitary foldable rigid ladder.
Subclass:
96
This subclass is indented under subclass 95. Device
comprising hinge means restricting folding by a stile moving
through a plane passing through the major axes of the rungs
or steps.
Subclass:
97
This subclass is indented under subclass 93. Device
comprising a rigid ladder pivoted as a unit with respect to
supporting structure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 78+ for a pivoted ladder related to a door.
86 for a pivoted ladder with a wall mounted platform.
91 for an independent rung or step pivotally mounted.
Subclass:
98
This subclass is indented under subclass 97. Device in which
the ladder is normally counter balanced to inoperative
position.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 85+ for a nonpivoted ladder which is counter
balanced.
Subclass:
99
This subclass is indented under subclass 93. Device wherein
the ladder structure has a portion extending over the roof or
top of the supporting structure to which said ladder
structure is secured.
Subclass:
100
This subclass is indented under subclass 82. Device wherein
the device comprises a pole or single strand.
Subclass:
101
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
including a ladder with a platform or escape mounted for
vertical movement.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
37 for a traversing escape with elevating means.
subclasses 42+ for an endless conveyor escape combined with
a diverse escape.
85 for a ladder moving relative to a stationary platform
which is structurally installed.
129 for fixed scaffold means with material hoisting means.
Subclass:
102
This subclass is indented under subclass 101. Device wherein
the platform is movably supported by the ladder.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
63.1 for a platform movably supported by a ladder combined
with erection and positioning means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
187, Elevator, Industrial Lift Truck, or Stationary Lift for
Vehicle, subclass 241 for a nonself supporting portable
elevator and subclass 402 for an elevator load support which
carries a masonry hod.
Subclass:
103
This subclass is indented under subclass 102. Apparatus
wherein a ladder stile or prop supports and guides carriage
means mounting the platform or receptacle on the ladder.
Subclass:
104
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
including pivotally connected ladders depending on each other
for support in erected position.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 22+ for a convertible ladder wherein a section
may be pivoted from a ladder propping position to an inverted
position.
Subclass:
105
This subclass is indented under subclass 104. Device wherein
a central upright ladder section is supported between the
pivotally connected sections.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 166+ for an extension ladder with pivoted
props.
Subclass:
106
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a ladder provided with an upright, alone or with a
running structural member or rail, for the stabilization of a
ladder occupant.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
256, Fences, subclasses 59+ for railings, per se.
Subclass:
107
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a ladder with means to prevent slippage of said
ladder when disposed in upright position.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 200+ for a ladder with means compensating for
difference in level of a supporting surface.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
404, Road Structure, Process, or Apparatus, subclasses 19+
for a pavement with an anti-slip surface.
Subclass:
108
This subclass is indented under subclass 107. Device wherein
an antislip foot or shoe is terminally connected to a ladder
stile.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
16, Miscellaneous Hardware, subclasses 42+ for sliding feet
or pads.
248, Supports, subclass 188.9 for a terminal tip or shoe for
the extremity of a furniture leg.
Subclass:
109
This subclass is indented under subclass 108. Device
comprising different kinds of antislip means, e.g., a pad and
a spike.
Subclass:
110
This subclass is indented under subclass 108. Device
including a suction cup.
Subclass:
111
This subclass is indented under subclass 108. Device
including a component which is pivotable.
Subclass:
112
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a platform with means to protect an occupant or
the platform in event of structural failure or adverse
conditions affecting stability.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 5+ for a torso harness combined with
strand-engaging brake means.
subclasses 70+ for a supple escape means combined with
storage means.
subclasses 141+ for a platform with elevating or lowering
means which may have a brake.
Subclass:
113
This subclass is indented under subclass 112. Device provided
with an occupant guard in the member mounting a running
member or rail.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 53+ for a window seat type platform with guard
rails.
106 for similar guards on a ladder.
Subclass:
114
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
combined with a sucker rod support.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
211, Supports: Racks, subclass 70.4 for a slender article
support, per se.
Subclass:
115
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a scaffold structure in combination with a
ladder.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 85+ for a wall mounted platform with a moving
ladder.
subclasses 101+ for a vertically movable platform combined
with a ladder.
Subclass:
116
This subclass is indented under subclass 115. Device in which
the ladder supports the platform.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
1 for an angularly movable ladder supporting a step or
platform in a level condition throughout the ladder
movement.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
248, Supports, subclass 238 for a scaffold jack, per se, and
subclass 210 for a ladder bracket of general utility.
Subclass:
117
This subclass is indented under subclass 116. Device wherein
the platform is supported on and between spaced ladders.
Subclass:
118
This subclass is indented under subclass 117. Device wherein
the spaced ladders have the planes of their climbing faces
normal to a common intersecting vertical plane.
Subclass:
119
This subclass is indented under subclass 118. Device wherein
the platform may be detached from the ladders without
requiring the use of tools.
Subclass:
120
This subclass is indented under subclass 116. Device in which
a detachable step or platform is adapted to be supported by a
single ladder.
Subclass:
121
This subclass is indented under subclass 120. Device in which
the step or platform is attached to or engages a plurality of
rungs of the ladder.
Subclass:
122
This subclass is indented under subclass 121. Device in which
the step or platform also engages or is attached to a ladder
stile.
Subclass:
123
This subclass is indented under subclass 116. Device in which
there are a plurality of platforms.
Subclass:
124
This subclass is indented under subclass 116. Device in which
the ladder is combined with a pivoted prop and a pivoted
platform.
Subclass:
125
This subclass is indented under subclass 116. Device in which
the platform is disposed into its operative position by
relative movement of the ladder and prop.
Subclass:
126
This subclass is indented under subclass 116. Device in which
the platform is pivoted to the ladder prop.
Subclass:
127
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a ladder mounted on a distinct land vehicle.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 12+ for a similar device provided with
actuation, control or response means relative to horizontal
traversing thereof.
63.1 for a similar device provided with erection and
positioning means.
subclasses 93+ for a ladder mounted on a floor or wall of a
vehicle.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
169, Fire Extinguishers, subclass 24 for a fire engine, and
subclass 25 for a water tower.
280, Land Vehicles, subclass 32.5 for a wheeled vehicle
combined with a support for a person engaged in manual labor
on or adjacent the ground and see the search notes
thereunder, subclass 4 for a land vehicle with ladder and
hose racks and brackets.
Subclass:
128
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
including means supporting a scaffold within wall portions
which define hollow shaft-like means.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 53+ for a detachable window seat having opening
confined securing means.
subclasses 82+ for a wall mounted scaffold.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
211, Supports: Racks, subclass 123 for a horizontal rod
type rack supported between spaced walls.
Subclass:
129
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a device in addition to or combined with a
workman's support, said device having another function or
servicing to perfect the support for its intended purpose.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
206 for a ladder having hook or grab means.
214 for a ladder having means to space it from a supporting
surface.
Subclass:
130
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a plurality of workman's platforms on a common
support.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
123 for a plural platform supported by a ladder.
Subclass:
131
This subclass is indented under subclass 130. Device in which
at least one platform is movable with respect to another.
Subclass:
132
This subclass is indented under subclass 130. Device in which
the platforms are vertically spaced and horizontally offset.
Subclass:
133
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a support means mounted by gripping a
substantially vertical pole or strand.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 189+ for a single pole or strand escape with
means to retard descent.
Subclass:
134
This subclass is indented under subclass 133. Device to
receive or be secured to a person's foot or leg during the
operation of traversing a support.
Subclass:
135
This subclass is indented under subclass 134. Device with
additional support for the occupant.
Subclass:
136
This subclass is indented under subclass 133. Device
including vertically spaced alternately operable gripping
means.
Subclass:
137
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
particularly adapted for receiving and absorbing the impact
of a human body upon falling through the air, and any device
analogous in structure and function not otherwise provided
for.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
5, Beds, subclasses 690+ for a mattress of similar
construction.
297, Chairs and Seats, subclass 452.1 for bottom and back
supporting panels connected by tensioning means to a
peripheral frame.
Subclass:
138
This subclass is indented under subclass 137. Device in which
the receiving portion of the body catcher is of sheet or net
form.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
5, Beds, subclass 111 for a cot of similar nature.
428, Stock Material or Miscellaneous Articles, appropriate
subclasses for a stock material product in the form of a
single or plural layer web or sheet, of general utility.
Subclass:
139
This subclass is indented under subclass 138. Device wherein
the sheet or net is tensioned peripherally.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
482, Exercise Devices, particularly subclasses 27+ for a
body projecting trampoline having similar structure.
Subclass:
140
This subclass is indented under subclass 138. Device provided
with a folding base support for the sheet or net.
Subclass:
141
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
including means for elevating or lowering a platform.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
37 for a similar device mounted on a track for traversing
movement.
subclasses 42+ for a platform mounted on an endless
conveyor.
subclasses 101+ for an elevatable platform mounted on
ladder means.
136 for alternate grasping structures adapted to climb a
pole or strand.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
108, Horizontally Supported Planar Surfaces, subclass 149
for a suspended horizontally supported planar surface which
is vertically adjustable.
187, Elevator, Industrial Lift Truck, or Stationary Lift for
Vehicle, appropriate subclasses for a lift of general
utility.
254, Implements or Apparatus for Applying Pushing or Pulling
Force, appropriate subclasses for means to merely jack and
hold a wallboard in position.
414, Material or Article Handling, subclasses 10+ for
wallboard handling means which manipulate and hoist the
board.
Subclass:
142
This subclass is indented under subclass 141. Device wherein
the platform is supported from above.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 10+ for a suspended device traveling on an
inclined cable.
subclasses 36+ for a suspended track mounted platform.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
248, Supports, subclasses 317+ for a suspended support of
general utility.
254, Implements or Apparatus for Applying Pushing or Pulling
Force, appropriate subclass for a force multiplying device,
per se, particularly subclasses 188+ for a block and
tackle, per se.
Subclass:
143
This subclass is indented under subclass 142. Device
including a plurality of suspension means at least two of
which are simultaneously operable.
Subclass:
144
This subclass is indented under subclass 143. Device in which
all the suspension means are simultaneously operable to
maintain the platform level.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
2.1 for a level platform supported on an angularly movable
support.
Subclass:
145
This subclass is indented under subclass 142. Device
including support means other than the work upon which a
platform suspension means is mounted.
Subclass:
146
This subclass is indented under subclass 145. Device
including detent means on the platform coacting with a
support member to hold the platform fixed with respect to the
separate support.
Subclass:
147
This subclass is indented under subclass 142. Device wherein
the suspension device comprises plural distinct elevating
means.
Subclass:
148
This subclass is indented under subclass 141. Device provided
with means on the platform whereby a workman on the platform
may operate or control the elevating structure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 12+ for a device where horizontal movement of
the platform is controlled by an operator on the platform.
Subclass:
149
This subclass is indented under subclass 141. Device wherein
a trestle is provided with mechanical means for shifting
component parts thereof to vary the height of its beam.
Subclass:
150
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a platform hanging from a superior support.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 10+ for a suspended carrier traveling on an
inclined cable.
55 for a suspended window seat type support.
subclasses 142+ for a suspended device with elevating
means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
248, Supports, subclasses 317+ for a suspended article
support of more general utility.
Subclass:
151
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
having parts shaped to be so disposed relative to each other
as to comprise a package, one or more components providing a
special receptacle for the remainder.
Subclass:
152
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a unitary scaffold or ladder of rigid components
which are hinged with respect to each other.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 53+ for a folding window seat type platform.
124 for a pivoted platform mounted on a ladder having a
pivoted prop.
151 for a package type trestle of separable parts.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
108, Horizontally Supported Planar Surfaces, subclasses 115+
for a horizontally supported planar surface which is
foldable.
248, Supports, subclasses 166+ for a folding stand having
plural legs.
Subclass:
153
This subclass is indented under subclass 152. Device wherein
the device comprises a trestle which may be collapsed to
facilitate its storage or transportation.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
105 for a pivoted ladder having a control upright section
supported therebetween.
Subclass:
154
This subclass is indented under subclass 153. Device
supported by legs which cross each other.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
31 for a ladder convertible to an ironing board supported by
crossed leg structure.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
108, Horizontally Supported Planar Surfaces, subclasses 118+
for a folding horizontally supported planar surface in which
mutually pivoted crossed legs support the surface.
248, Supports, subclass 164 for crossed legs in a stand.
Subclass:
155
This subclass is indented under subclass 153. Device wherein
the legs of the device fold substantially parallel to the
beam of the trestle to form a package.
Subclass:
156
This subclass is indented under subclass 152. Device
relatively movable stiles or rungs.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
1 for a pivoted step on an angularly movable support with
means to keep the step horizontal.
subclasses 33+ for a unitary folding device wherein a
ladder structure folds beneath a top step or seat to convert
a step ladder to a stool.
subclasses 95+ for a unitary foldable ladder structurally
installed.
subclasses 165+ for a rigid ladder having a pivoted prop.
Subclass:
157
This subclass is indented under subclass 156. Device
comprising lazy tong construction.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
69.1 for a lazy tong actuated extension ladder pivotally
mounted on a moving base.
Subclass:
158
This subclass is indented under subclass 157. Device provided
with mechanical or power means for extending the lazy tong
structure.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 40+ for an upwardly extensible flexible ladder.
Subclass:
159
This subclass is indented under subclass 156. Device in which
plural stiles, or plural elements of a single stile, move
toward each other, with a rung or step pivoted thereto.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
96 for a similar type folding ladder structurally
installed.
Subclass:
160
This subclass is indented under subclass 159. Device wherein
the stiles construction forms a compartment or housing for
storing the remainder of the ladder structure.
Subclass:
161
This subclass is indented under subclass 159. Device in which
each stile is composed of plural parallel elements.
Subclass:
162
This subclass is indented under subclass 159. Device provided
with a prop having relatively movable components.
Subclass:
163
This subclass is indented under subclass 156. Device wherein
a stile is composed of rigid sections hinged together.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 22+ for a stepladder having pivoted sections
whereby it may be adjusted lengthwise.
24 for similar hinge structure between a ladder and a prop.
subclasses 40+ for a ladder having folding stiles with
means to simultaneously unfold and extend the same upwardly.
subclasses 78+ for a folding stile ladder mounted on a
door.
subclasses 104+ for pivotally connected separate ladder
sections.
Subclass:
164
This subclass is indented under subclass 163. Device wherein
the sections extend from rung to rung.
Subclass:
165
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a ladder having a prop pivoted relative thereto.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 22+ for a stepladder convertible to an extension
ladder.
23 for a ladder with a prop which is inverted to make a
stepladder an extension ladder.
subclasses 104+ for similar structure wherein the prop is a
ladder.
subclasses 124+ for a pivoted platform mounted on a ladder
having a pivoted prop.
subclasses 156+ for a collapsible, unitary foldable ladder,
especially subclass 162 for a collapsible prop.
Subclass:
166
This subclass is indented under subclass 165. Device
including at least one section extensible below the prop
pivot.
Subclass:
167
This subclass is indented under subclass 166. Device
including means to hold steps of one section in registry with
those of another section.
Subclass:
168
This subclass is indented under subclass 165. Device
including coplanar extension sections with the prop pivoted
to the lower section.
Subclass:
169
This subclass is indented under subclass 165. Device in which
said prop is a rear prop comprising a single pole or rod.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
30 for a convertible ladder wherein the pivoted prop may be
an ironing board.
Subclass:
170
This subclass is indented under subclass 165. Device in which
the prop is a rear prop movable laterally with respect to the
ladder.
Subclass:
171
This subclass is indented under subclass 165. Device in which
either the stiles or the props converge and contact each
other or are so intimately associated at their mutual ends as
to be in virtual contact.
Subclass:
172
This subclass is indented under subclass 165. Device in which
the prop extends laterally of the ladder.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
170 for a rear prop which is movable laterally.
Subclass:
173
This subclass is indented under subclass 165. Device in which
there is provided a rear flange for the top step of the
ladder, to which the prop is hinged.
Subclass:
174
This subclass is indented under subclass 165. Device wherein
there is a cleat provided for the top step of the ladder, to
which the prop is pivoted.
Subclass:
175
This subclass is indented under subclass 174. Device in which
there is provided a spreader or tie between the stile and the
prop, separate and distinct from the cleat structure and
spaced therefrom.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
25 for a similar spreader on a convertible ladder.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
30, Cutlery, for an ironing board forming a pivoted prop.
Subclass:
176
This subclass is indented under subclass 175. Device wherein
the spreader is in two parts pivoted together so as to be
folded about said pivot into substantial juxtaposition.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
403, Joints and Connections, subclass 5 for articulated
connections in general.
Subclass:
177
This subclass is indented under subclass 165. Device in which
the prop and stile overlap.
Subclass:
178.1
STACKABLE:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
including coupling means particularly adapted to allow a
plurality of fire escapes, ladders, or scaffolds to be
superimposed.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
207 for an extension ladder comprised of relatively movable
lapped ladder sections.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), subclasses 637+
for superimposed three-dimensional, openwork units (e.g.,
towers of stacked skeletonal units).
Subclass:
178.2
Ladder section:
This subclass is indented under subclass 178.1. Device
wherein each superimposed unit is a ladder section.
Subclass:
178.3
Male and female connecting means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 178.2. Device
wherein thecoupling means of one ladder section comprises a
socket element designed to receive a cylindrical element of
another ladder section.
Subclass:
178.4
Overlapping sections:
This subclass is indented under subclass 178.2. Device
wherein the adjacent ladder sections are coupled together in
longitudinally overlapping relation.
Subclass:
178.5
Male and female connecting means:
This subclass is indented under subclass 178.1. Device
wherein thecoupling means of a first, stackable member
comprises a socket element designed to receive a cylindrical
element of a second stackablemember.
Subclass:
178.6
Double-ended pin:
This subclass is indented under subclass 178.5. Device
wherein the cylindrical element includes an oppositely
extending portion received by a socket element of the second
stackable member.
Subclass:
179.1
SELF-SUSTAINING:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
adapted to rest upon the earth or other underlayment and to
stand alone.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), subclasses 111+
for a mechanism operated or relatively movable shaft
assembly, (e.g., a self-erecting skeletonal tower),
subclasses 637+ for superimposed three-dimensional openwork
units, and subclass 651.10 for a three-dimensional, openwork
structure.
248, Supports, for a self-sustaining support of general
utility.
Subclass:
180.1
Ladder:
This subclass is indented under subclass 179.1. Device
comprising a means for climbing which consists of two stiles
crossed by parallel rungs.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
104 for pivotally connected ladders which depend on each
other for support in erected position.
subclasses 165+ for a ladder with a pivoted prop.
subclasses 194+ for a ladder adapted to rest on the ground
and to rest against the wall of a building.
Subclass:
180.2
Having supporting base:
This subclass is indented under subclass 180.1. Device
wherein the ladder is mounted upon a supporting
substructure.
Subclass:
180.3
Vertically pivoted to supporting base:
This subclass is indented under subclass 180.2. Device
wherein the ladder is movable relative to the supporting base
and rotates about a horizontal axis.
Subclass:
181.1
Scaffold horse (e.g., trestle):
This subclass is indented under subclass 179.1. Device
comprising a horizontal beam and supporting legs therefor at
one end thereof.
(1) Note. Scaffold horse may be used with another to form a
pair to support a work platform.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 117+ for a platform with a ladder support at
each end, especially subclasses 118+ for facing ladders
supporting the platform.
149 for a trestle with beam elevating means.
subclasses 153+ for a unitary foldable trestle.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
144, Woodworking, subclass 286.1 for a workbench of that
class.
Subclass:
182.1
Having height adjustable beam:
This subclass is indented under subclass 181.1. Device
including an adjustment means for setting the beam at
different positions of use.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
105 for pivoted ladders having a central upright supported
therebetween.
151 for a knockdown scaffold kit.
Subclass:
182.2
By extensible leg brace:
This subclass is indented under subclass 182.1. Device
wherein the height of the beam is adjusted by an adjustable
length prop mounted between the horizontal beam and the
supporting leg.
Subclass:
182.3
Step-by-step adjustment:
This subclass is indented under subclass 182.2. Device
wherein the adjustment of the intermediate extensible shaft
is incremental.
Subclass:
182.4
By slidable leg:
This subclass is indented under subclass 182.1. Device
wherein the adjustment means comprises a sleeve having
areleasable means to permit selective positioning of the
supporting leg relative to an associated pathway.
Subclass:
182.5
By extensible leg:
This subclass is indented under subclass 182.1. Device
wherein one of the trestle legs is longitudinally
adjustable.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 201+ for a ladder stile extension.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
108, Horizontally Supported Planar Surfaces, subclass 144.11
for a horizontally supported planar surface which is
vertically adjustable.
248, Supports, subclass 157 for a vertically adjustable
stand.
Subclass:
183.1
Having longitudinally extensible beam:
This subclass is indented under subclass 181.1. Device
wherein the beam is comprised of a plurality of horizontal
beam sections slidably connected for extension or
contraction.
Subclass:
185.1
Having unitary leg to beam coupler and brace:
This subclass is indented under subclass 181.1. Device,
including a single member of unitary rigid construction,
comprising a brace or bracket having sockets for reception of
the legs and serving to maintain the legs in angular
relationship.
Subclass:
186.1
Beam clamped by leg actuation:
This subclass is indented under subclass 181.1. Device
wherein the horizontal beam is gripped by its supporting legs
in reaction to pressure from the supporting floor surface.
Subclass:
186.2
Pivotally connected legs:
This subclass is indented under subclass 186.1. Device
wherein the gripping legs are connected to each other by a
hinge joint and wherein gripping is actuated by relative
rotation of the gripping legs about their hinge joint.
Subclass:
186.3
Having leg to beam attaching bracket:
This subclass is indented under subclass 181.1. Device
comprising a member with one portion fixed to the horizontal
beam and another portion secured to the upper end of its
supporting leg.
Subclass:
186.4
Leg coupled directly to beam:
This subclass is indented under subclass 181.1. Device
wherein the upper portion of the supporting leg comprises a
means for engaging the horizontal beam (e.g., socket,
channel, etc.).
Subclass:
186.5
Knockdown:
This subclass is indented under subclass 181.1. Device
constructed to be (1) readily set up from unassembled parts,
or (2) readily disjointed into unassembled parts.
Subclass:
186.6
Having height adjustable platform:
This subclass is indented under subclass 179.1. Device
comprising a work platform extending between the supporting
legs, and an adjustment means for operatively selecting the
horizontal position of the work platform along the legs.
Subclass:
186.7
Connector for horizontal or diagonal brace:
This subclass is indented under subclass 179.1. Device
comprising a connector (e.g., clamp, bracket, etc.) which
permits an inclined prop to be attached to a supporting leg.
Subclass:
186.8
Releasable connector:
This subclass is indented under subclass 186.7. Device
wherein the connecting means comprises a coupling which
enables the parts to be readily set up or disjointed.
(1) Note. The connector of this subclass may utilize a
wedge, a pin, a peg, a socket, etc.
Subclass:
186.9
Having cantilevered auxiliary platform:
This subclass is indented under subclass 179.1. Device
comprising a projecting frame extending laterally beyond the
supporting structure to support a supplementary work
platform.
Subclass:
187
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a scaffold platform mounted on a single strand or
pole, e.g., tree, chimney, silo, etc.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
128 for a scaffold supported internally of shaft means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
248, Supports, subclass 218.4 for a bracket specially
mounted on a post.
Subclass:
188
This subclass is indented under subclass 187. Device in which
the platform may be moved or adjusted to different horizontal
positions relative to the pole, tree or the like.
Subclass:
189
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a single strand or single rod-like means which
serves as a ladder stile or a slide-pole escape.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 5+ for a safety girdle combined with a single
pole or strand escape.
subclasses 42+ for an endless conveyor type escape.
90 for a structurally installed independent rung or step.
100 for a structurally installed single pole or strand.
subclasses 133+ for support means gripping a substantially
vertical pole or strand.
Subclass:
190
This subclass is indented under subclass 189. Device
comprising a flexible element.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 70+ for a supple escape with a storage device.
subclasses 196+ for a flexible ladder.
Subclass:
191
This subclass is indented under subclass 190. Device
comprising a carrier mounted for sliding movement along a
strand or pole.
Subclass:
192
This subclass is indented under subclass 191. Device having a
brake provided with a component movable by application of a
load upon the carrier which movement results in a braking
action as between the carrier and the strand or pole.
Subclass:
193
This subclass is indented under subclass 191. Device
including a retarding or brake device adapted to be actuated
by the user or occupant of the carrier.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
72 for an occupant controlled descent retarder combined with
a supple escape and storage means therefor.
Subclass:
194
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
composed of a stile having a plurality of rungs or steps
mounted therebetween along the length thereof.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 189+ for a single stile ladder.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), subclasses 182+
for a stair with risers and specifically defined in situ
erected type building structure with an attached stair or
ladder.
105, Railway Rolling Stock, subclasses 443+ for steps on
railroad rolling stock involving modified vehicle structure.
280, Land Vehicles, subclasses 163+ for steps on a land
vehicle.
Subclass:
195
This subclass is indented under subclass 194. Device wherein
the ladder stiles comprise nesting, relatively slidable
segments, each supporting a single rung.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 166+ for slidable nesting ladder sections
combined with a pivoted prop.
Subclass:
196
This subclass is indented under subclass 194. Device wherein
the ladder stiles are supple.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 40+ for means to extend a flexible ladder
upwardly.
subclasses 42+ for an endless conveyor type flexible
ladder.
subclasses 70+ for a flexible escape combined with a
storage device.
subclasses 190+ for a flexible single stile ladder and
escape.
Subclass:
197
This subclass is indented under subclass 196. Device provided
with a spacer, usually to space the stiles from a building
wall.
Subclass:
198
This subclass is indented under subclass 197. Device attached
to a rung.
Subclass:
199
This subclass is indented under subclass 196. Device wherein
the stile comprises a plurality of spaced flexible strands.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
215 for rungs sandwiched between elements of a composite
stile.
Subclass:
200
This subclass is indented under subclass 194. Device
comprising means to compensate for the inequalities of the
surface, on which the ladder rests.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
170 for independent, laterally moving ladder props on an
uneven surface.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
108, Horizontally Supported Planar Surfaces, subclass 144.11
for a vertically adjustable horizontal planar surface.
248, Supports, subclass 157 for a vertically adjustable
stand, subclass 161 for a standard type stand wherein the
standard is vertically adjustable, subclass 188.2 for a
furniture elevating or leveling device, and subclasses 354+
for an adjustable length prop.
Subclass:
201
This subclass is indented under subclass 200. Device
comprising a movable and adjustable stile extension.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
111 for extensible stiles combined with anti-slip means.
subclasses 166+ for units of a ladder or prop which are
extensible.
184 for a scaffold horse with extensible and adjustable
legs.
subclasses 225+ for extensible legs on a trestle.
Subclass:
202
This subclass is indented under subclass 201. Device in which
two of said stile extensions are provided and are
interconnected together so that movement of one of the
extensions will effect movement of the other extension in
opposite direction.
Subclass:
203
This subclass is indented under subclass 201. Device wherein
said stile extension includes means engaging a rung.
Subclass:
204
This subclass is indented under subclass 201. Device wherein
the adjusting means comprises stepped adjustment means.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
166 for extension units employing similar step-adjustment
means.
Subclass:
205
This subclass is indented under subclass 204. Device wherein
the incremental adjustment is by means of a ratchet-like
structure.
Subclass:
206
This subclass is indented under subclass 194. Device
including means for supporting the ladder by hooking or
grasping a supporting surface.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
150 for a suspended scaffold.
subclasses 196+ for a suspended flexible ladder.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
24, Buckles, Buttons, Clasps, etc., subclass 84 for a
clasp-sliding jaw fastener, per se.
248, Supports, subclasses 683+ for article carried
self-supporting means.
Subclass:
207
This subclass is indented under subclass 194. Device
comprising lapping ladder sections relatively movable to
provide for length adjustment.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 22+ for a stepladder convertible to an extension
ladder.
subclasses 40+ for an upwardly extensible flexible escape.
66.1 for ladder sections on a rotatable transpositioning
base.
68.1 for reciprocating ladder sections combined with
erection and transpositioning means.
subclasses 166+ for a stepladder having extensible stiles
or prop.
168 for an extension ladder with a pivoted prop.
195 for a ladder comprising slidable-nested single rung
stile units.
subclasses 201+ for supporting surface compensating means
comprising an extensible stile.
Subclass:
208
This subclass is indented under subclass 207. Device
including means providing a mechanical advantage or motor
means connected between the sections to cause relative
movement therebetween.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 12+ for an extension ladder mounted on a land
vehicle having control or actuation means.
64.1 for a ladder which has extension means combined with
positioning means.
158 for a lazy tong type ladder with power or mechanical
means to extend the same.
Subclass:
209
This subclass is indented under subclass 207. Device wherein
a latch is provided between the sections to prevent their
relative movement.
Subclass:
210
This subclass is indented under subclass 209. Device wherein
the latch is actuated by movement of a ladder section.
Subclass:
211
This subclass is indented under subclass 210. Device wherein
the latch is spring biased.
Subclass:
212
This subclass is indented under subclass 209. Device wherein
the latch is operated by remote control.
Subclass:
213
This subclass is indented under subclass 212. Device wherein
the remote control is operated by the extension ladder
elevating cable.
Subclass:
214
This subclass is indented under subclass 194. Device
including means to support the ladder away from the surface
against which it leans or rests.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 197+ for a flexible ladder having a spacer.
229 for a spacer of more general utility.
Subclass:
215
This subclass is indented under subclass 194. Device wherein
a side rail is composed of a plurality of elongated members
and the rung or step is anchored therebetween.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
199 for a flexible ladder having a stile comprising plural
strands.
Subclass:
216
This subclass is indented under subclass 194. Device wherein
a tie rod is used to hold the side rails and rungs in
assembled condition.
Subclass:
217
This subclass is indented under subclass 194. Device with
means to reinforce a member of the ladder.
Subclass:
218
This subclass is indented under subclass 217. Device
comprising a rod, cable or wire in the form of a bow string.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
216 for a tie rod of a similar nature.
Subclass:
219
This subclass is indented under subclass 217. Device in which
the side rails are reinforced.
Subclass:
220
This subclass is indented under subclass 194. Device
including a distinct support element mounting a rung to a
stile.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 159+ for a rung-stile connection in a
collapsible ladder of rigid components.
228.1 for a joint between a rung and stile.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
211, Supports: Racks, subclass 123 for a rod type rack.
248, Supports, subclasses 200+ especially subclasses 251+
for a rod bracket.
403, Joints and Connections, appropriate subclasses, for
connections in general and particularly subclasses 230+ for
a connection between the end of one rod and the side of
another.
Subclass:
221
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
adapted to be attached to a person's shoe or leg to assist
him in climbing a pole.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 134+ for a grasping-type climber adapted to be
secured to a person's foot or leg for ascending or descending
a substantially vertical strand or pole.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
36, Boots, Shoes, and Leggings, subclasses 62+ for
antislipping devices for use in walking, to be attached to
the feet or shoes.
Subclass:
222
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a surface element upon which a workman is
supported.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
14, Bridges, subclass 69.5 for a ramp between disassociated
bases.
52, Static Structures (e.g., Building), subclasses 177+ for
a residual building structure with a wear resisting or
friction increasing traffic carrying surface and subclasses
262+ for a barrier, e.g., ceiling floor or roof, resting on a
vertical structure.
280, Land Vehicles, subclasses 163+ for running-boards.
404, Road Structure, Process, or Apparatus, subclasses 19+
for a pavement with an anti-slip surface.
Subclass:
223
This subclass is indented under subclass 222. Device formed
of sections with means to detachably connect them or permit
relative movement.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
56 for a detachable window seat having an extensible
platform.
131 for plural platforms, relatively movable.
Subclass:
224
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a sawhorse beam and one set of legs or details of
either the beam or set of legs.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
87 for a portion of the structure embedded in a wall.
subclasses 153+ for a unitary foldable trestle.
subclasses 181+ for a self-sustaining scaffold horse.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), subclasses 677+
for means spacing and positioning an elongated reinforcing
rod from a surface.
248, Supports, subclass 188 for leg attaching connections in
a stand, and subclasses 188.1+ for supporting substructure
for a stand.
Subclass:
225
This subclass is indented under subclass 224. Device wherein
a joint provides for relative movement between two
components.
Subclass:
226
This subclass is indented under subclass 225. Device wherein
pivoting legs clamp the beam therebetween.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
186.1 for a knockdown trestle having a beam clamped by leg
actuation.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
24, Buckles, Buttons, Clasps, etc., subclasses 489+ for a
pivoted clasp.
Subclass:
227
This subclass is indented under subclass 225. Device
including a vertical staff like member between the beam and
legs.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
149 for elevating means between a trestle beam and legs.
181.1 for a trestle with adjustable means between the legs
and beam.
Subclass:
228.1
RUNG OR RUNG-TO-STILE CONNECTION:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a step (or crosspiece) of a ladder intended to be
engaged by a climber or comprising the structure
interconnecting such a step or crosspiece to the two side
rails of the ladder.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 90+ for a wall attached rung or step.
subclasses 159+ for a collapsible ladder having a hinged
rung-stile joint.
subclasses 174+ for cleat structure connecting the top step
of a ladder to a stile or prop.
subclasses 187+ for a platform mounted externally of a
shaft.
subclasses 189+ for a single stile ladder including a
series of single steps or rungs.
subclasses 194+ for other ladder structure.
subclasses 196+ for a connection between a rung and a
flexible stile.
subclasses 222+ for platform structure.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
285, Pipe Joints or Couplings, for a pipe joint or coupling
requiring internal wall structure of one of the members and
having general utility.
403, Joints and Connections, for joints in general and
particularly subclasses 230+ for a connection between the
end of one rod and the side of another.
Subclass:
228.2
Rung having anti-skid surface:
This subclass is indented under subclass 228.1. Device
wherein the surface of the step structure intended to be
engaged by a climber comprises a frictional means (e.g.,
nonslip projections, rough surface, etc.) to prevent a foot
or hand of the climber from slipping.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), subclasses 177+
for a residual building component with a wear decreasing or
friction increasing traffic carrying surface.
Subclass:
228.3
Bracket-type connection:
This subclass is indented under subclass 228.1. Device
comprising an L-shaped member with one arm fixed to the side
rail and the other arm projecting horizontally to support the
end of the ladder step.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
subclasses 220+ for a ladder including bracket mounted
rungs.
Subclass:
228.4
Sleeve-type connection:
This subclass is indented under subclass 228.1. Device
comprising a ferrule surrounding the end portion of the
tubular ladder step for fastening the step and side rail
together.
Subclass:
228.5
Rung for a motor vehicle:
This subclass is indented under subclass 228.1. Device
comprising a step which is especially designed to use in
getting in and out of a car, truck, tractor, etc.
Subclass:
228.6
Hollow rung:
This subclass is indented under subclass 228.1. Device
wherein the ladder step is an elongated, tubular body
member.
Subclass:
229
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a horizontal supporting member, supported at one
end by a scaffold post and at the other end by a wall, tree,
etc.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
87 for a wall embedded scaffold member.
subclasses 197+ for a flexible ladder with spacer means.
214 for a ladder with spacer means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
248, Supports, subclass 218.4 for a post or column attached
bracket, subclasses 226.11+ for a bracket clamped to a
support, and subclasses 351+ for a prop or brace, per se.
403, Joints and Connections, appropriate subclasses for
joints in general and particularly subclasses 230+ for a
connection between the end of one rod and the side of
another.
Subclass:
230
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising residual basic subject matter.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
129 for workmen's kneeling stool with means for holding
tools or supplies.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
248, Supports, subclasses 127+ for a kneeling stool used by
a person other than a workman and subclasses 346.01+ for a
base which is capable of use as a workman's support, e.g.,
kneeling base.
280, Land Vehicles, subclass 32.5 for vehicular support
means for a person engaged in manual labor on or adjacent the
ground, e.g., wheeled scrubbing stool.
294, Handling: Hand and Hoist-Line Implements, subclass 67.1
for hoist-line frames and subclasses 68.1+ for a hoistable
container or cage. See the search notes thereunder.
Subclass:
231
Attached to strand wound on reel, and means for retarding
unwinding of strand:
This subclass is indented under subclass 3. Device having a
reel on which a strand for supporting the encircling means is
wound, and means for slowing or stopping the unwinding of the
strand from the reel during the lowering of the encircling
means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
188, Brakes, subclass 64 for brakes which operate on a
strand and a wheel or a pulley over which it runs, and
subclasses 65.1+ for brakes which operate on a strand.
242, Winding, Tensioning, or Guiding, subclasses 285+, 381+,
396+, 410+, and 422+ for a reeling device with a particular
brake.
Subclass:
232
Including spring for rewinding strand:
This subclass is indented under subclass 231. Device
including a spring interacting with the reel to rewind the
strand after the removal of the person from the encircling
means.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
242, Winding, Tensioning, or Guiding, subclasses 371+ for a
spring retracted reeling device of general use.
Subclass:
233
Fluid resistance brake:
This subclass is indented under subclass 231. Device wherein
the slowing or stopping means includes a brake which utilizes
the force of a fluid against a portion of the brake
structure.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
187, Elevator, Industrial Lift Truck, or Stationary Lift for
Vehicle, subclass 346 for a fluid governor carried upon an
elevator car and driven by the movement of the car.
188, Brakes, subclasses 266+ for internal resistance motion
retarders.
254, Implements or Apparatus for Applying Pushing or Pulling
Force, subclass 377 for a driven drum which pulls on a cable
and includes a fluid-resistance brake for retarding the
rotation of the drum.
Subclass:
234
Movable, friction brake element applied by centrifugal
force:
This subclass is indented under subclass 231. Device wherein
the slowing or stopping means includes a brake having at
least one movable element which frictionally engages the reel
or structure connected thereto and is actuated or applied by
centrifugal force generated from the rotation of the reel.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
187, Elevator, Industrial Lift Truck, or Stationary Lift for
Vehicle, subclasses 373+ for an elevator car supported
brake whose actuation is controlled by the speed of the car.
188, Brakes, subclasses 180+ for speed-responsive brakes.
254, Implements or Apparatus for Applying Pushing or Pulling
Force, subclass 267 for a rotatably driven drum which pulls
on a cable and includes a rotational speed governor for
generating a control impulse to rotation retarding means or
the drive.
Subclass:
235
Friction brake and occupant mechanism for applying brake
during descent:
This subclass is indented under subclass 231. Device wherein
the slowing or stopping means includes a brake having a
portion which frictionally engages the reel, structure
connected thereto, or the strand and is actuated or applied
by the person supported by the encircling means during his
downward movement.
Subclass:
236
With means for retarding unwinding of strand type escape:
This subclass is indented under subclass 73. Device in which
the flexible escape is a movable strand which supports a
person traveling therewith, and means for slowing or stopping
the unwinding of the strand from the reel during the lowering
of the person.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
188, Brakes, subclass 64 for brakes which operate on a
strand and a wheel or pulley over which it runs, and
subclasses 65.1+ for brakes which operate on a strand.
Subclass:
237
Including spring for rewinding strand:
This subclass is indented under subclass 236. Device
including a spring interacting with the reel to rewind the
strand after removal of the person traveling with the
strand.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
242, Winding, Tensioning, or Guiding, subclasses 371+ for a
spring retracted reeling device of general use.
Subclass:
238
Fluid resistance brake:
This subclass is indented under subclass 236. Device wherein
slowing or stopping means includes a brake which utilizes the
force of a fluid against a portion of the brake structure.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
187, Elevator, Industrial Lift Truck, or Stationary Lift for
Vehicle, subclass 346 for a fluid governor carried upon a
car and driven by the movement of the car.
188, Brakes, subclasses 266+ for internal resistance motion
retarders.
254, Implements or Apparatus for Applying Pushing or Pulling
Force, subclass 377 for a driven drum which pulls on a cable
and includes a fluid resistance brake for retarding the
rotation of the drum.
Subclass:
239
Movable, friction brake element applied by centrifugal
force:
This subclass is indented under subclass 236. Device wherein
the slowing or stopping means includes a brake having at
least one movable element which frictionally engages the reel
or structure connected thereto and is actuated or applied by
centrifugal force generated from the rotation of the reel.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS:
187, Elevator, Industrial Lift Truck, or Stationary Lift for
Vehicle, subclasses 373+ for an elevator car supported
brake whose actuation is controlled by the speed of the car.
188, Brakes, subclasses 180+ for speed-responsive brakes.
254, Implements or Apparatus for Applying Pushing or Pulling
Force, subclass 267 for a rotatably driven drum which pulls
on a cable and includes a rotational speed governor for
generating a control impulse to rotation-retarding means or
to the drive.
Subclass:
240
Friction brake and occupant-operated mechanism for applying
brake during descent:
This subclass is indented under subclass 236. Device wherein
the slowing or stopping means includes a brake having a
portion which frictionally engages the reel, structure
connected thereto, or the strand and is actuated or applied
by the person supported by the strand during his downward
movement.
Subclass:
241
MOVABLE STRAND ESCAPE AND MEANS FOR RETARDING TRAVEL OF
STRAND:
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Device
comprising a flexible strand for supporting a person, the
portion of the strand which supports the person traveling
downwardly therewith, and provided with means for slowing or
stopping its descent.
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