A modular space frame support system comprises at least one unit comprising at least four elongate structural members joined together using at least four interconnection structures; a plurality of diagonal chords attached to the at least four interconnection structures and connected to a single common interconnection structure; a further elongate structural member connected to and secured to at least two elongate structural members; wherein the plurality of diagonal chords of a first of the at least one unit can each have a length less than the plurality of diagonal chords of a second of the at least one unit; wherein each of the at least four interconnection structures comprise a first element, a second element, and a tubular section; wherein the tubular section can have a threaded inner portion, a first outer portion, and a second outer portion that can engage a securing structure.
A rotating suspension point assembly permits rotation and other movement of the assembly relative to the axis of an anchor to which it is attached. Such a rotating suspension point assembly comprises a base, a flanged bushing and a mating convex washer. The base has a plate and a tubular structure projecting from the plate. The flanged bushing has an internal clearance to allow misalignment of an anchor and has a flange with a concave surface. The mating convex washer is aligned with the concave surface of the flanged bushing.
B66C 1/66 - Load-engaging elements or devices attached to lifting, lowering, or hauling gear of cranes, or adapted for connection therewith for transmitting forces to articles or groups of articles by mechanical means comprising article-engaging members of a shape complementary to that of the articles to be handled for engaging holes, recesses, or abutments on articles specially provided for facilitating handling thereof
B66C 1/10 - Load-engaging elements or devices attached to lifting, lowering, or hauling gear of cranes, or adapted for connection therewith for transmitting forces to articles or groups of articles by mechanical means
B66F 19/02 - Hauling using anchors; Anchors therefor
A monorail assembly includes a first scaffold system comprising at least one framework member being an elongated structure having a bottom chord and a plurality of panel points along the bottom chord; at least one monorail beam; and at least one bracket structure configured to secure to the at least one framework member at or about at least two panel points and to the at least one monorail beam.
E04G 3/28 - Mobile scaffolds; Scaffolds with mobile platforms
E04G 3/00 - Scaffolds essentially supported by building constructions, e.g. adjustable in height
E04G 3/18 - Scaffolds essentially supported by building constructions, e.g. adjustable in height supported by cantilevers or other provisions mounted in openings in the building, e.g. window openings
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MODULAR SPACE FRAME SUPPORT SYSTEM, WORK PLATFORM SYSTEM AND METHODS OF ERECTING THE SAME
A modular space frame support system comprises an upper frame comprising a plurality of joists interconnected with a plurality of interconnection structures; a lower frame comprising a plurality of joists or chords interconnected with a plurality of interconnection structures; at least two interconnection structure brackets, wherein a first of the at least two interconnection structure brackets is connected to one of the plurality of interconnection structures of the upper frame and a second of the at least two interconnection structure brackets is connected to one of the plurality of interconnection structures of the lower frame, each interconnection structure bracket comprising a hollow tubular section, and at least one chord- engaging structure; and at least one chord secured at a first end to the first of the at least two interconnection structure brackets and at a second end to the second of the at least two interconnection structure brackets.
E04G 1/34 - Scaffold constructions able to be folded in prismatic or flat parts or able to be turned down
E04C 3/08 - Joists; Girders, trusses, or truss-like structures, e.g. prefabricated; Lintels; Transoms of metal with apertured web, e.g. with a web consisting of bar-like components; Honeycomb girders
E04C 5/16 - Auxiliary parts for reinforcements, e.g. connectors, spacers, stirrups
E04G 3/22 - Scaffolds essentially supported by building constructions, e.g. adjustable in height supported by roofs or ceilings
E04G 7/02 - Connections between parts of the scaffold with separate coupling elements
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MODULAR SPACE FRAME SUPPORT SYSTEM, WORK PLATFORM SYSTEM AND METHODS OF ERECTING THE SAME
A modular space frame support system comprises an upper frame comprising a plurality of joists interconnected with a plurality of interconnection structures; a lower frame comprising a plurality of joists or chords interconnected with a plurality of interconnection structures; at least two interconnection structure brackets, wherein a first of the at least two interconnection structure brackets is connected to one of the plurality of interconnection structures of the upper frame and a second of the at least two interconnection structure brackets is connected to one of the plurality of interconnection structures of the lower frame, each interconnection structure bracket comprising a hollow tubular section, and at least one chord-engaging structure; and at least one chord secured at a first end to the first of the at least two interconnection structure brackets and at a second end to the second of the at least two interconnection structure brackets.
E04G 1/34 - Scaffold constructions able to be folded in prismatic or flat parts or able to be turned down
E04C 5/16 - Auxiliary parts for reinforcements, e.g. connectors, spacers, stirrups
E04G 3/22 - Scaffolds essentially supported by building constructions, e.g. adjustable in height supported by roofs or ceilings
E04G 7/02 - Connections between parts of the scaffold with separate coupling elements
E04C 3/08 - Joists; Girders, trusses, or truss-like structures, e.g. prefabricated; Lintels; Transoms of metal with apertured web, e.g. with a web consisting of bar-like components; Honeycomb girders
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ADJUSTABLE PLATFORM EXTENSION BRACKET FOR WORK PLATFORM SYSTEMS AND RELATED METHODS
An adjustable platform extension bracket for work platform systems comprises a post member having two posts joined by a plurality of positional structures. A first connection portion forms a first channel such that the first connection portion is symmetrical along an axis parallel with and passing through the channel. The post member is slidingly engaged in the first channel such that at least one of the positional structures is positionable in the channel. The bracket does not require any diagonal support. The dimensions of work platforms, particularly suspended work platform systems, may be extended using the adjustable platform extension bracket.
E04G 7/20 - Stiff scaffolding clamps for connecting scaffold members of common shape for ends of members only, e.g. for connecting members in end-to-end relation
E04G 5/00 - Component parts or accessories for scaffolds
E04G 3/22 - Scaffolds essentially supported by building constructions, e.g. adjustable in height supported by roofs or ceilings
E04G 7/28 - Clips or connections for securing boards
E04G 3/24 - Scaffolds essentially supported by building constructions, e.g. adjustable in height specially adapted for particular parts of buildings or for buildings of particular shape, e.g. chimney stacks or pylons
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ADJUSTABLE PLATFORM EXTENSION BRACKET FOR WORK PLATFORM SYSTEMS AND RELATED METHODS
An adjustable platform extension bracket for work platform systems comprises a post member having two posts joined by a plurality of positional structures. A first connection portion forms a first channel such that the first connection portion is symmetrical along an axis parallel with and passing through the channel. The post member is slidingly engaged in the first channel such that at least one of the positional structures is positionable in the channel. The bracket does not require any diagonal support. The dimensions of work platforms, particularly suspended work platform systems, may be extended using the adjustable platform extension bracket.
E04G 1/34 - Scaffold constructions able to be folded in prismatic or flat parts or able to be turned down
E04G 1/15 - Scaffolds primarily resting on the ground essentially comprising special means for supporting or forming platforms; Platforms
E04G 3/22 - Scaffolds essentially supported by building constructions, e.g. adjustable in height supported by roofs or ceilings
E04G 3/24 - Scaffolds essentially supported by building constructions, e.g. adjustable in height specially adapted for particular parts of buildings or for buildings of particular shape, e.g. chimney stacks or pylons
E04G 5/00 - Component parts or accessories for scaffolds
E04G 7/20 - Stiff scaffolding clamps for connecting scaffold members of common shape for ends of members only, e.g. for connecting members in end-to-end relation
E04G 7/28 - Clips or connections for securing boards
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CLAMP FOR TEMPORARY STRUCTURE SHEETING AND RELATED METHODS
A sheeting clamp for a temporary structure includes a first clamping plate and a second clamping plate. The first clamping plate has a first channel parallel and a second channel. The second channel has a plurality of openings therein. The first plate also includes a first plurality of apertures proximal to the first channel and a second plurality of apertures proximal to the second channel. The second clamping plate has a first channel corresponding to the first channel of the first clamping plate, and a first plurality of apertures corresponding to the first plurality of apertures of the first clamping plate. At least one securing structure secures the first clamping plate and second clamping plate around a tubular structure around which a sheet is wrapped.
The invention includes an access structure integration assembly and an integrated system using the assembly. An access structure integrated assembly includes at least one channeled structure and at least one joist socket slidingly engaged with the channeled structure. The channeled structure is configured to secure to a base structure, such as a suspended work platform system, and the joist socket is configured to secure to a second structure, such as a supported work platform system. An integrated system includes a base structure, a second structure and at least two integration assemblies, each assembly including a channeled structure secured to the base structure and a joist socket secured to the second structure and slidingly engaged with the channeled structure.
The invention includes an access structure integration assembly (300) and an integrated system using the assembly (300). An access structure integrated assembly (300) includes at least one channeled structure (50) and at least one joist socket (60) slidingly engaged with the channeled structure (50). The channeled structure (50) is configured to secure to a base structure (100), such as a suspended work platform system, and the joist socket (60) is configured to secure to a second structure (200), such as a supported work platform system. An integrated system includes a base structure (100), a second structure (200) and at least two integration assemblies (300), each assembly including a channeled structure (50) secured to the base structure (100) and a joist socket (60) secured to the second structure (200) and slidingly engaged with the channeled structure (50).
The invention includes an access structure integration assembly (300) and an integrated system using the assembly (300). An access structure integrated assembly (300) includes at least one channeled structure (50) and at least one joist socket (60) slidingly engaged with the channeled structure (50). The channeled structure (50) is configured to secure to a base structure (100), such as a suspended work platform system, and the joist socket (60) is configured to secure to a second structure (200), such as a supported work platform system. An integrated system includes a base structure (100), a second structure (200) and at least two integration assemblies (300), each assembly including a channeled structure (50) secured to the base structure (100) and a joist socket (60) secured to the second structure (200) and slidingly engaged with the channeled structure (50).
A work platform system (860) for implementation in relation to a structure (100), as well as subsystems and components thereof and methods of implementation and use relating thereto, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the work platform system (860) includes a first pair of flexible elements and a second pair of flexible elements, where a respective first end of each of the flexible elements is coupled at least indirectly to a first support component (132) and a respective second end of each of the flexible elements is coupled at least indirectly to a second support component (134). The work platform system can further include a plurality of panel structures supported upon the flexible elements, a suspension component, and a clamp structure coupled to at least one of the first pair of flexible elements and-the second pair of flexible elements. The panel structures can include one or more support extension.
A work platform system (860) for implementation in relation to a structure (100), as well as subsystems and components thereof and methods of implementation and use relating thereto, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the work platform system (860) includes a first pair of flexible elements and a second pair of flexible elements, where a respective first end of each of the flexible elements is coupled at least indirectly to a first support component (132) and a respective second end of each of the flexible elements is coupled at least indirectly to a second support component (134). The work platform system (860) can further include a plurality of panel structures supported upon the flexible elements, a suspension component, and a suspender structure coupled to at least one of the first pair of flexible elements and the second pair of flexible elements. The panel structures can include one or more support extension.
A work platform system (860) for implementation in relation to a structure (100), as well as subsystems and components thereof and methods of implementation and use relating thereto, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the work platform system (860) includes a first pair of flexible elements and a second pair of flexible elements, where a respective first end of each of the flexible elements is coupled at least indirectly to a first support component (132) and a respective second end of each of the flexible elements is coupled at least indirectly to a second support component (134). The work platform system (860) can further include a plurality of panel structures supported upon the flexible elements, a suspension component, and a suspender structure coupled to at least one of the first pair of flexible elements and the second pair of flexible elements. The panel structures can include one or more support extension.
A work platform system (860) for implementation in relation to a structure (100), as well as subsystems and components thereof and methods of implementation and use relating thereto, are disclosed herein. In at least one embodiment, the work platform system (860) includes a first pair of flexible elements and a second pair of flexible elements, where a respective first end of each of the flexible elements is coupled at least indirectly to a first support component (132) and a respective second end of each of the flexible elements is coupled at least indirectly to a second support component (134). The work platform system can further include a plurality of panel structures supported upon the flexible elements, a suspension component, and a clamp structure coupled to at least one of the first pair of flexible elements and the second pair of flexible elements. The panel structures can include one or more support extension.
40 - Treatment of materials; recycling, air and water treatment,
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
Goods & Services
Sand blasting; wet abrasive blasting; bead blasting; wheel blasting; hydro-blasting; micro-abrasive blasting; dry ice blasting; bristle blasting Cleaning of external surfaces of buildings and structures; removal of rust, paint, and resins from industrial structures and equipment; cleaning, installation, repair and maintenance of storage tanks and containment vessels; application of coatings and sealers; installation, maintenance and repair of protective coatings for floors; covering, coating, and maintenance of pipelines for oil; application of protective coatings; painting; painting and applying coatings to industrial and commercial buildings and structures; lead abatement services, namely, cleaning, removal, and waste disposal of lead and lead based products; fire proofing of building and structures
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Work platform system configured for use structure with internal cavity, and related methods of assembly and use
Work platform systems and related methods of assembly and use are disclosed herein. In one exemplary embodiment, a method of installing a work platform system into an internal cavity of a structure includes supporting a first platform portion at a first location, and adding a plurality of additional platform portions to the first platform portion, where successive ones of the additional platform portions are respectively positioned at respective locations that are successively farther outward away from the first platform portion. The method further includes coupling the additional platform portions to one or more other locations, and detaching the additional platform portions from one another. The method additionally includes lowering or raising one or more of the first and additional platform portions to one or more additional levels below or above the first level, where the work platform system includes the first and additional platform portions.
E04G 3/30 - Mobile scaffolds; Scaffolds with mobile platforms suspended by flexible supporting elements, e.g. cables
E04G 3/24 - Scaffolds essentially supported by building constructions, e.g. adjustable in height specially adapted for particular parts of buildings or for buildings of particular shape, e.g. chimney stacks or pylons
E04G 5/00 - Component parts or accessories for scaffolds
18.
SUSPENSION CONNECTOR SYSTEM CONFIGURED FOR USE WITH SUSPENDED SCAFFOLDING, AND RELATED METHODS
A suspension connector system configured for use with suspended scaffold systems and related methods of installation, assembly and use are disclosed herein. In accordance with at least one exemplary embodiment, methods of using a suspension connector system, for example, in relation to a structure, is disclosed. Suspension connector systems, as disclosed herein, can be affixed or otherwise connected to a structure so as to permit hanging of a suspended scaffold system, which can include work platform assemblies and access systems. Further in accordance with at least some embodiments of the present disclosure, a plurality of suspension connector systems can be connected to a structure, for example, in a predetermined pattern or an array, to support, or be combined with, a suspended scaffold system of the kinds disclosed.
A suspension connector system configured for use with suspended scaffold systems and related methods of installation, assembly and use are disclosed herein. In accordance with at least one exemplary embodiment, methods of using a suspension connector system, for example, in relation to a structure, is disclosed. Suspension connector systems, as disclosed herein, can be affixed or otherwise connected to a structure so as to permit hanging of a suspended scaffold system, which can include work platform assemblies and access systems. Further in accordance with at least some embodiments of the present disclosure, a plurality of suspension connector systems can be connected to a structure, for example, in a predetermined pattern or an array, to support, or be combined with, a suspended scaffold system of the kinds disclosed.
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
Goods & Services
Metal scaffolding and shoring, namely, sectional tubular
scaffolding, systems tubular scaffolding, tube and clamp
tubular scaffolding and shoring; metal rolling towers;
Suspended access system for making supports in the nature of
ramps and platforms and consisting primarily of structural
support devices, namely, steel girders, supports, beams,
joists, connecting and support nodes, pins, deck supports,
beam clamps, chains, decking, guardrails and toe boards, and
parts thereof, for personnel access, event, construction,
refurbishing, maintenance and repair purposes. Scaffolding rental services; scaffolding erection and
dismantling services; shoring erection and dismantling
services; shoring rental services; formwork rental services;
scaffolding repair services; construction project management
services. Educational services, namely, training services in the field
of scaffolding erection, use and dismantling, and related
safety issues; conducting group courses and seminars in the
field of scaffolding erection, maintenance and safety;
providing on-line downloadable publications in the nature of
product brochures, instruction manuals, safety guidelines,
technical data guides and brochures and pamphlets relating
to customer testimonials, all in the field of scaffolding
and shoring.
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WORK PLATFORM SYSTEM CONFIGURED FOR USE IN STRUCTURE WITH INTERNAL CAVITY, AND RELATED METHODS OF ASSEMBLY AND USE
Work platform systems and related methods of assembly and use are disclosed herein. In one exemplary embodiment, a method of installing a work platform system into an internal cavity of a structure includes supporting a first platform portion at a first location, and adding a plurality of additional platform portions to the first platform portion, where successive ones of the additional platform portions are respectively positioned at respective locations that are successively farther outward away from the first platform portion. The method further includes coupling the additional platform portions to one or more other locations, and detaching the additional platform portions from one another. The method additionally includes lowering or raising one or more of the first and additional platform portions to one or more additional levels below or above the first level, where the work platform system includes the first and additional platform portions.
Work platform systems and related methods of assembly and use are disclosed herein. In one exemplary embodiment, a method of installing a work platform system into an internal cavity of a structure includes supporting a first platform portion at a first location, and adding a plurality of additional platform portions to the first platform portion, where successive ones of the additional platform portions are respectively positioned at respective locations that are successively farther outward away from the first platform portion. The method further includes coupling the additional platform portions to one or more other locations, and detaching the additional platform portions from one another. The method additionally includes lowering or raising one or more of the first and additional platform portions to one or more additional levels below or above the first level, where the work platform system includes the first and additional platform portions.
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Suspended access system for making supports in the nature of
ramps and platforms and consisting primarily of structural
support devices, namely, steel girders, supports, beams,
joists, connecting and support nodes, pins, deck supports,
beam clamps, chains, decking, guardrails and toe boards, and
parts thereof, for personnel access, event, construction,
refurbishing, maintenance and repair purposes. Rental, assembly, erection and dismantling services for
suspended access system and structural support devices. Engineering services, namely, engineering of suspended
access devices and systems.
A system and method for a scaffold deck with a fall arrest assembly is disclosed. The fall arrest assembly comprises a deck structure (102) and a rail assembly (122) for permitting an individual to tie-off in a manner that permits the individual with a range of motion along the deck structure. The fall arrest assembly further includes an uplift hook mechanism (120) connected to or otherwise installed on the deck structure such that the uplift hook mechanism is employed for both securing the deck structure to and releasing the deck structure from at least one supporting member. A plurality of deck hooks (118) connectable to or otherwise installed on the decking structure for connecting the decking structure to the supporting member is additionally provided. A deck latch assembly located connected to the uplift hook mechanism additionally facilitates connection of the deck structure to a second deck structure.
The invention includes a work platform and support system that includes a hub and joist configuration, wherein the hubs and joists are capable of articulation, or pivoting. One method of installation allows for sections of new work platform system to be extended from an existing suspended work platform system. The system is also capable of supporting, without failure, its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load applied to it.
E04G 7/20 - Stiff scaffolding clamps for connecting scaffold members of common shape for ends of members only, e.g. for connecting members in end-to-end relation
E04G 3/34 - Mobile scaffolds; Scaffolds with mobile platforms characterised by supporting structures provided on the roofs
The invention includes a work platform and support system that includes a hub and joist configuration, wherein the hubs and joists are capable of articulation, or pivoting. One method of installation allows for sections of new work platform system to be extended from an existing suspended work platform system. The system is also capable of supporting, without failure, its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load applied to it.
The invention includes a work platform and support system that includes a hub and joist configuration, wherein the hubs and joists are capable of articulation, or pivoting. One method of installation allows for sections of new work platform system to be extended from an existing suspended work platform system. The system is also capable of supporting, without failure, its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load applied to it.
E04G 7/20 - Stiff scaffolding clamps for connecting scaffold members of common shape for ends of members only, e.g. for connecting members in end-to-end relation
E04G 3/34 - Mobile scaffolds; Scaffolds with mobile platforms characterised by supporting structures provided on the roofs
