公开(公告)号：WO2012115963A2

公开(公告)日：2012-08-30

申请号：PCT/US2012/025938

申请日：2012-02-21

Applicant: WING ENTERPRISES, INCORPORATED ,  MOSS, N. Ryan ,  PETERSON, Sean R. ,  RUSSELL, Brian B.

Inventor： MOSS, N. Ryan ,  PETERSON, Sean R. ,  RUSSELL, Brian B.

IPC: E06C1/22

CPC classification number: E06C7/42 ,  E06C1/22 ,  E06C1/39 ,  E06C1/397 ,  E06C7/14 ,  E06C7/16 ,  E06C7/182 ,  E06C7/46 ,  E06C7/50 ,  Y10T29/49826

Abstract: Ladders, ladder components and related methods are provided including various embodiments of a combination ladder. In some embodiments, a platform is provided that is fixedly coupled with a rail assembly of a combination ladder. The platform may pivot between a useable position or state and a stowed or stored position or state. The platform may maintain a position relative to certain rungs of the rail assembly while being displaceable relative to other rungs of the rail assembly. A hand rail may be coupled to the rail assembly and a tray may be coupled with the hand rail. The tray and the platform may be configured to maintain a constant distance between one another while the rail assembly is adjusted for height.

Abstract translation: 提供包括组合阶梯的各种实施例的梯子，梯子组件和相关方法。 在一些实施例中，提供了与组合梯子的轨道组件固定连接的平台。 平台可以在可用位置或状态与收起或存储位置或状态之间枢转。 平台可相对于轨道组件的某些横档保持一定位置，同时相对于轨道组件的其他横档可移位。 扶手可以联接到扶手组件并且托盘可以与扶手联接。 托盘和平台可以配置为在轨道组件调整高度时保持彼此之间的恒定距离。

公开(公告)号：WO2017218672A1

公开(公告)日：2017-12-21

申请号：PCT/US2017/037479

申请日：2017-06-14

Applicant: WING ENTERPRISES, INCORPORATED

Inventor： PETERSON, Sean R. ,  COOK, Benjamin L. ,  JONAS, Gary M.

IPC: E05D11/10 ,  E06C1/16 ,  E06C1/32 ,  E06C7/50

CPC classification number: E06C1/18 ,  E06C1/10 ,  E06C1/22 ,  E06C1/32

Abstract: Ladders, ladder components and related methods are provided including embodiments of a hinge that may be used in a combination ladder. In one embodiment, a hinge mechanism includes a first hinge assembly and a second hinge assembly. The first and second hinge assemblies are coupled together for relative rotation about a defined axis. An adjustment mechanism enables the two hinge assemblies to be selectively locked or unlocked to prohibit or permit relative rotation, respectively. In one embodiment, the adjustment mechanism includes a lock plate displaceable along a first axis and a retainer displaceable along a second axis. The retainer is configured to hold the lock plate in a disengaged state until a release structure displaces the retainer away from the lock plate. The release structure may be configured to be actuated and displace the retainer upon relative rotation of the hinge assemblies to (or through) a predetermined angular configuration.

Abstract translation: 提供梯子，梯子组件和相关方法，包括可用于组合梯子中的铰链的实施例。 在一个实施例中，铰链机构包括第一铰链组件和第二铰链组件。 第一铰链组件和第二铰链组件联接在一起以围绕限定的轴线进行相对旋转。 调节机构使得两个铰链组件能够被选择性地锁定或解锁以分别禁止或允许相对旋转。 在一个实施例中，调节机构包括可沿着第一轴线移位的锁定板和可沿着第二轴线移位的保持器。 保持器构造成保持锁定板处于脱离状态，直到释放结构将保持器移离锁定板。 释放结构可以构造成被致动，并且在铰链组件相对旋转到预定的角度配置时（或通过其）移位保持器。

公开(公告)号：WO2017151985A1

公开(公告)日：2017-09-08

申请号：PCT/US2017/020540

申请日：2017-03-02

Applicant: WING ENTERPRISES, INCORPORATED

Inventor： BALLARD, Jay ,  COOK, Benjamin L. ,  MOSS, N. Ryan ,  PETERSON, Sean R. ,  RUSSELL, Brian

IPC: E06C7/04 ,  E06C1/39 ,  E06C1/383 ,  E06C1/38 ,  E06C1/30 ,  E06C1/22 ,  E06C1/12 ,  E06C1/18

Abstract: Ladders, ladder components and related methods are provided. In some embodiments, adjustable stepladders are provided which include locking mechanisms that enable height adjustment of the ladder through application of a force towards the rails of the ladder. The locking mechanism may include a base or bracket, a handle or lever pivotally coupled with the bracket, an engagement pin coupled with the lever, a biasing member to bias the handle towards a first position relative to the bracket, and a detent mechanism for retaining the lever in at least a second position relative to the bracket.

Abstract translation:

提供了梯形图，梯形图组件和相关方法。 在一些实施例中，提供了可调节的梯子，其包括锁定机构，该锁定机构能够通过向梯子的轨道施加力来调整梯子的高度。 锁定机构可以包括基座或支架，与支架枢转地联接的手柄或杆，与杆连接的接合销，将手柄朝向相对于支架的第一位置偏压的偏压构件，以及用于保持 杠杆至少相对于支架处于第二位置。

公开(公告)号：WO2015142992A1

公开(公告)日：2015-09-24

申请号：PCT/US2015/021167

申请日：2015-03-18

Applicant: WING ENTERPRISES, INCORPORATED

Inventor： MOSS, N. Ryan ,  PETERSON, Sean R. ,  RUSSELL, Brian B. ,  JONAS, Gary M.

IPC: E06C1/12 ,  E06C7/42 ,  E06C7/48

CPC classification number: E06C1/12 ,  E06C7/02 ,  E06C7/423 ,  E06C7/48

Abstract: A ladder is provided having a first assembly and a second assembly slidably coupled with the first assembly. The first assembly includes a first pair of spaced apart rails and a first plurality of rungs extending between and coupled to the first pair of spaced apart rails. the second assembly includes a second pair of spaced apart rails and a second plurality of rungs extending between and coupled to the second pair of spaced apart rails. A support apparatus is coupled with the first assembly and includes one or more arms that are pivotally displaced from a retracted position to a deployed position responsive to displacement of the first assembly a specified distance relative to the second assembly.

Abstract translation: 提供了具有第一组件和与第一组件可滑动联接的第二组件的梯子。 第一组件包括第一对间隔开的轨道和在第一对间隔开的轨道之间延伸并耦合到第一对间隔开的轨道的第一多个梯级。 所述第二组件包括第二对间隔开的轨道和在所述第二对间隔开的轨道之间延伸并耦合到所述第二对间隔开的轨道的第二多个梯级。 支撑装置与第一组件联接并且包括一个或多个臂，其响应于第一组件相对于第二组件的特定距离的移位而从缩回位置枢转地移位到展开位置。

公开(公告)号：WO2015048271A1

公开(公告)日：2015-04-02

申请号：PCT/US2014/057431

申请日：2014-09-25

Applicant: WING ENTERPRISES, INCORPORATED

Inventor： MOSS, N. Ryan ,  COOK, Benjamin L. ,  PETERSON, Sean R.

IPC: E06C7/18

CPC classification number: E06C1/18 ,  E06C1/16 ,  E06C7/14 ,  E06C7/46

Abstract: A step ladder includes a first assembly having a first pair of spaced apart rails, a second assembly having at least one rail, and a top cap coupled with the first assembly and the second assembly. At least one of the first and second assemblies may be pivotally coupled with the top cap. The first assembly includes a plurality of rungs coupled with the rails and may exhibit a vertical spacing of a first distance between adjacent rungs, a vertical spacing equal to the first distance between the lowermost rung and a supporting surface (e.g., the ground), and a vertical spacing between the uppermost rung and the top cap that is greater than the first distance. In one particular embodiment, the vertical spacing between the uppermost rung and the top cap is twice the distance of the first distance.

Abstract translation: 阶梯包括具有第一对间隔开的轨道的第一组件，具有至少一个导轨的第二组件和与第一组件和第二组件联接的顶盖。 第一和第二组件中的至少一个可以与顶盖枢转地联接。 第一组件包括与轨道连接的多个梯级，并且可以呈现相邻梯级之间的第一距离的垂直间隔，等于最下层和支​​撑表面（例如地面）之间的第一距离的垂直间距，以及 最高的梯级和顶盖之间的垂直间距大于第一距离。 在一个具体实施例中，最上层和顶盖之间的垂直间距是第一距离的两倍。

公开(公告)号：WO2014116971A1

公开(公告)日：2014-07-31

申请号：PCT/US2014/012980

申请日：2014-01-24

Applicant: WING ENTERPRISES, INCORPORATED ,  WORTHINGTON, Gary Landon

Inventor： WORTHINGTON, Gary Landon ,  JONAS, Gary M. ,  PETERSON, Sean R. ,  MOSS, N. Ryan ,  JACKSON, Benjamin K.

IPC: E06C7/42 ,  E06C7/44

CPC classification number: E06C7/423 ,  E06C7/44

Abstract: Adjustable ladders may include a pair of side rails having a plurality of rungs extending therebetween, and a pair of adjustable legs associated with the side rails. A pair of swing arms may include a first end pivotally coupled with a side rail, or a bracket associated with the side rail, as well as a second end pivotally coupled with an adjustable leg. The swing arm may be configured as a nonlinear structure. In one embodiment, the swing arm may include a first section that extends from a second section at a defined angle. The first and second sections may exhibit different lengths. Adjustment mechanisms may be pivotally coupled with an upper end of the adjustable legs. In one embodiment, the adjustment mechanisms may be configured such that, when actuated, they may be displaced in one direction while resisting displacement in a second, opposite direction.

Abstract translation: 可调节的梯子可以包括一对侧轨，其具有在其间延伸的多个梯级，以及与侧轨相关联的一对可调节腿。 一对摆臂可以包括与侧轨或与侧轨相关联的支架枢转地连接的第一端，以及与可调节腿枢转联接的第二端。 摆臂可以被配置为非线性结构。 在一个实施例中，摆臂可以包括以限定的角度从第二部分延伸的第一部分。 第一和第二部分可以表现出不同的长度。 调节机构可以与可调节腿的上端枢转联接。 在一个实施例中，调节机构可以被配置为使得当被致动时，它们可以在一个方向上移位，同时抵抗在第二相反方向上的位移。

公开(公告)号：WO2015042277A1

公开(公告)日：2015-03-26

申请号：PCT/US2014/056338

申请日：2014-09-18

Applicant: WING ENTERPRISES, INCORPORATED

Inventor： MOSS, N. Ryan ,  PETERSON, Sean R. ,  RUSSELL, Brian B. ,  JONAS, Gary M. ,  PENROD, Darius S. ,  WRIGHT, Bryan

IPC: E06C7/00

CPC classification number: E06C7/186 ,  E06C1/12 ,  E06C1/36 ,  E06C7/48

Abstract: A ladder is provided which may include a positioning system, a fall arrest system, or both. In one embodiment, a rope and pulley system is provided wherein a first end of the rope is coupled to a base section of the ladder, a second end of the rope is coupled with a fly section of the ladder, and the rope extends between a plurality of pulleys. In one particular embodiment, the rope extends between five different pulleys, two being coupled with the fly section and three being coupled with the base section. At least one portion of the rope may extend along the side of the ladder (e.g., along the side of a rail of the fly section) while another section may extend up the front of the ladder between the rails and in front of the rungs.

Abstract translation: 提供了可以包括定位系统，防坠落系统或两者的梯子。 在一个实施例中，提供了绳索和滑轮系统，其中绳索的第一端联接到梯子的基部，绳索的第二端与梯子的飞行部分联接，并且绳索在 多个滑轮。 在一个具体实施例中，绳索在五个不同的滑轮之间延伸，两个与飞行部分联接，三个与基部部分联接。 绳索的至少一部分可以沿着梯子的侧面（例如，沿着飞行部分的轨道的侧面）延伸，而另一部分可以在轨道的前部和梯级的前面之间向上延伸。

公开(公告)号：WO2015042273A1

公开(公告)日：2015-03-26

申请号：PCT/US2014/056326

申请日：2014-09-18

Applicant: WING ENTERPRISES, INCORPORATED

Inventor： BALLARD, Jay ,  PETERSON, Sean R. ,  JONAS, Gary M. ,  MOSS, N. Ryan ,  CRAWFORD, Ryan ,  COOK, Benjamin ,  RUSSELL, Brian B.

IPC: E06C1/36

CPC classification number: E06C7/48 ,  E06C1/36

Abstract: A ladder is provided having a securing apparatus for securing the ladder to a horizontally extending support structure (e.g., a utility cable), a vertically extending support structure (e.g., a utility pole) or both. In accordance with one embodiment, the securing apparatus includes a pair of spaced apart engagement mechanisms, wherein each engagement mechanism is pivotally coupled with an associated rail of the ladder. Each engagement mechanism includes a frame member, an engagement member pivotally coupled with the frame member and a pole grasping structure coupled with the frame member. In one embodiment, each engagement member is configured to rotate from a first position, wherein an open gate is formed between the engagement member and its associated frame member, to a closed position.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种梯子，其具有用于将梯子固定到水平延伸的支撑结构（例如，公用电缆），垂直延伸的支撑结构（例如，电线杆）或两者的固定装置。 根据一个实施例，固定装置包括一对间隔开的接合机构，其中每个接合机构与梯子的相关导轨枢转连接。 每个接合机构包括框架构件，与框架构件枢转地联接的接合构件和与框架构件联接的杆抓握结构。 在一个实施例中，每个接合构件被构造成从第一位置旋转，其中打开门形成在接合构件和其相关联的框架构件之间到关闭位置。

公开(公告)号：WO2014058911A1

公开(公告)日：2014-04-17

申请号：PCT/US2013/063927

申请日：2013-10-08

Applicant: WING ENTERPRISES, INCORPORATED

Inventor： RUSSELL, Brian B. ,  MOSS, N. Ryan ,  PETERSON, Sean R. ,  PENROD, Darius S. ,  CRAWFORD, Ryan ,  JONAS, Gary M.

IPC: E06C7/48

CPC classification number: E06C7/48 ,  E06C1/36 ,  E06C7/188

Abstract: A ladder is provided comprising a first pair of spaced apart rails and a plurality of rungs extending between and coupled to the first pair of spaced apart rails. A pair of hooks are located such that each hook is positioned adjacent and upper end of an associated rail. A securing apparatus is coupled adjacent the upper end of the first pair of spaced apart rails. The securing apparatus includes a pair of spaced apart engaging members and may include a cross-member coupled therebetween. Each of the engagement members is pivotal with respect to an associated rail of the first pair of spaced apart rails. In one embodiment, the securing apparatus lacks any biasing members (e.g., springs or actuators) or locking members. The engagement members and hooks cooperatively encircle and overhead, generally horizontal support member to support and secure the ladder in a desired position.

Abstract translation: 提供了梯子，其包括第一对间隔开的轨道和在第一对间隔开的轨道之间延伸并耦合到第一对间隔开的轨道的多个梯级。 一对钩被定位成使得每个钩定位在相关轨道的相邻和上端。 固定装置连接在第一对间隔开的导轨的上端附近。 固定装置包括一对间隔开的接合构件，并且可以包括在其间连接的横梁。 每个接合构件相对于第一对间隔开的轨道的相关导轨枢转。 在一个实施例中，固定装置缺少任何偏压构件（例如，弹簧或致动器）或锁定构件。 接合构件和钩协调地环绕和顶部，大致水平的支撑构件以将梯子支撑并固定在期望的位置。