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20080201873 | Vehicle ramp - There is provided herein a stackable vehicle ramp comprising: an exterior structure comprising a top formed with an inclined surface, a substantially horizontal resting surface, side surfaces and a rear surface; the resting portion further comprising an upwardly extending rigid member, adjacent to the rear portion and extending transversely across a portion of the width of the resting portion; a support plane comprised of a lowermost portion of the side and rear surfaces and adapted to lie against a medium surface; wherein, the stackable vehicle ramp further comprises at least one hollow and tapered support member extending downwardly from at least the resting portion and the inclined top surface to the support plane, and the side surfaces and the rear surface are substantially beveled such that the ramp is nestably stackable within a second vehicle ramp of a same construction. | 08-28-2008 |
20080229524 | Gangway Apparatus - A gangway apparatus ( | 09-25-2008 |
20080235885 | Support platform - A support platform includes a hollow frame, and a plurality of support plates mounted in the frame and each having a flat tread portion and a ramp portion. The flat tread portion of each of the support plates is located above and partially covers the ramp portion of an adjacent one of the support plates. Thus, when the heel portion of a high-heel shoe is inserted into one of the conduits of the support plates, the heel portion of the high-heel shoe is stopped and supported by the respective ramp portion to prevent the heel portion of the high-heel shoe from being jammed or upset as to protect a female passenger's safety. | 10-02-2008 |
20090100613 | PORTABLE RAMP FOR MOTOR VEHICLES - A portable ramp for motor vehicles molded from co-polymer where the ramp has a longitudinal spine extending through a grid, has a sloped portion and a horizontal upper portion to support a wheel of a vehicle. The wheel is in direct contact with the grid and the grid is open from top to bottom between the spine and the side walls. The spine has an arc-shaped cross-section. | 04-23-2009 |
20090106918 | Retractable Ramp - A ramp assembly includes an elongated frame sized and shaped to extend between a first door and a second door aligned opposite each other on opposed sides of a vehicle; a first sectional ramp section having a first end and a second end; and a second sectional ramp having a first end and a second end. The first sectional ramp is slidably moveable along the frame from a stored position to a deployed position on either of the opposed sides of the vehicle. The second sectional ramp is positioned adjacent the first sectional ramp and is slidably moveable along the frame from a stored position to a deployed position on either of the opposed sides of the vehicle. The ramp assembly also includes a first locking mechanism coupled to the first end of each of the first sectional ramp and the second sectional ramp; and a second locking mechanism coupled to the second end of each of the first sectional ramp and the second sectional ramp. The first locking mechanism is placed in a locked position and the second locking mechanism is placed in an unlocked position to allow the first and second sectional ramps to be coupled together and moved from the stored position to the deployed position through the first door. The second locking mechanism is placed in a locked position and the first locking mechanism is placed in an unlocked position to allow the first and second sectional ramps to be coupled together and moved from the stored position to the deployed position through the second door. | 04-30-2009 |
20090158536 | WHEELCHAIR PLATFORM AND DETACHABLE RAMP, AND METHODS OF CONSTRUCTING AND UTILIZING SAME - A combination wheelchair platform and detachable ramp to allow a person seated in the wheelchair to be at the proper height for an opthalmologic slit lamp examination, or for a standard size dining table. The platform and ramp have raised side members to prevent accidental rolling off. | 06-25-2009 |
20090178214 | Ramp With Vehicle Attachment - The present invention relates to a ramp. The ramp includes at least two stiles. Each stile has a top, a bottom and four sides. A plurality of shoulders are equally spaced apart and mounted on one side of each stile. A plurality of rungs are aligned with the shoulders. Each rung has a right end, a left end and four sides. A plurality of notches are located on the right end and left end of each rung. The number of shoulders equals the number of the notches and the shoulders and notches are tightly fitted together to form the ramp. | 07-16-2009 |
20090255066 | REARRANGEABLE INTERCONNECTABLE SYSTEM FOR HANDICAP RAMPS AND PLATFORMS - A series of interconnectable foam-block ramps and platforms are provided that are cut from low density EPS foam but coated with durable exterior polyurea coating, and that include optional hard surfaces, and edge-and-corner treatments, and railing with hand grips. The components resist deformation and withstand extreme weather conditions, but are surprisingly lightweight and include integral hook connectors that securely engage. They can be easily assembled/installed to form a handicap ramp and/or arranged to form novel “terrains” for wheeled devices and/or arranged to form stages and platforms. The components are sufficiently durable to support high-stress wheeled devices such as a wheelchairs, trick bikes, skateboards, in-line skates and the like. A variety of optional components include a curb-simulating element, intersection-forming platforms, X-intersection connectors, double-decker platforms, steps, and railings. | 10-15-2009 |
20090300859 | Hinged Ramp Assembly - A ramp is assembled from first and second boards such that the first and second boards are foldable relative to one another. Rail assemblies comprising first and second channels are fastened along opposing sides of the boards. First and second hinge members, fastened to the sides of the first and second channels, pivotally couple the channels. Two central hinge members are mounted on the boards respectively to pivotally couple the boards at a central location between the opposing sides of the boards. An auxiliary hinge member is supported on the bottom of the first channels to provided added support to the pivotal coupling between the first and second channels. The auxiliary hinge member and the central hinge members are interchangeable with one another. | 12-10-2009 |
20100011520 | Lightweight portable wheelchair ramp - A set of generally rectangular fiber reinforced thermoplastic panels are combined by convolving selected ones thereof to form a generally longitudinal apex ridge that is then bonded to the underside of the other panel by application of heat. Preferably the convolved panels are of a planform that is smaller than the other panel, thus exposing an edge portion of the underside thereof on which an adhesive strip is deposited and covered by a removable cover. In use the adhesive strip is exposed and then adhered to the surface of a door sill or a step surface with the joined panels then providing a bridging surface allowing a wheelchair to cross the height differential. | 01-21-2010 |
20100017976 | DOCK LEVELER INSULATION - The bottom surface of a dock leveler is insulated by attaching sheets of insulative material between adjacent support beams. Attachment is by way of magnet attached to the bottom surface of the deck to hold downwardly projecting spikes that penetrate the insulative material, with a self locking washer then being placed over the spike in order to secure the sheet of material in place. Installation with variable widths between adjacent support beams is facilitated by pre-perforating the sheets of insulative material along longitudinal lines to thereby allow easy separation and width adjustment to match the variable widths between the support beams. | 01-28-2010 |
20100031455 | Fall Restraint Equipment Component and Method for Manufacturing the Same - Uprights and lateral or connecting posts to be used in conjunction with a gangway or other fall restraint equipment where the uprights and posts are created by cutting portions of integral, continuous pieces of tubular metal rather than welding smaller pieces of stock material together. Sidepost assemblies or handrails are created by connecting the uprights and posts together. | 02-11-2010 |
20100050348 | Modular ramp system - A modular ramp system contemplates two molded plastic ramps placed back-to-back with one another so that in a direction of travel, one would travel up one ramp and then immediately down the other. The ramps are interconnected by a spine including connectors interfacing with connectors provided on the facing surfaces of the ramps. In the preferred embodiment, the connectors consist of dovetail recesses and dovetail projections. The ramps also have connection structure on their lateral sides, so that other ramps may be assembled to the two back-to-back ramps to make a ramp that is incrementally wider. The ramp may consist of a plurality of ramp sections assembled together to create a ramp. A table is designed to be used with ramps and other components and includes openings to facilitate installation of a grind rail or a support rail. The table surface includes peripheral coping integrally formed with the table during manufacture. A grind rail system includes support legs with arcuate bottoms to facilitate safe support of a grind rail regardless of angulation. Curved sections of grind rails allow lateral and vertical curvature of an elongated grind rail configuration. Connectors are provided to interconnect adjacent grind rail sections. | 03-04-2010 |
20100071140 | FLUID FLOW SYSTEM BRIDGE WITH WALKWAY - A method for transferring fluids and personnel between a work vessel and an offshore marine platform includes the placement of an elongated self-supporting frame between the work vessel and the marine platform. A walkway is provided on the frame. Pipe racks are provided on the frame, one pipe rack on each side of the frame so that a pair of pipe racks are on opposing sides of the frame. Hand rails are mounted in between the walkway and each pipe rack. A fluid holding pan extends under the walkway and the flowlines. In this fashion, fluid that falls from either a pipe rack or a walkway to the pan can travel through a common drain or collection area. | 03-25-2010 |
20100154148 | Famp With Side Reinforcements | 06-24-2010 |
20100162496 | GOODS GUIDING DEVICE AND METHOD - A device for guiding goods to be fed between a first floor and a second floor over a gap formed between the first and second floors, the device includes: a first plate member to be placed on the first floor; a second plate member to be placed on the second floor, at least one of the first and second plate members having a hook portion engageable with a groove; and a hinge connecting the first plate member and the second plate member, the hinge protruding downwardly from the surfaces of the first and second plate member, the hinge having a size adapted to the gap such that when the device placed between the first and second floors, the hinge can be accommodated within the gap, and engagement of the hinge with the gap and the hook portion provides a stable guide surface for feeding the goods. | 07-01-2010 |
20100192313 | MODULAR STEEL BRIDGE - A modular steel bridge is configured by combining at least two steel girder segments, and it includes a bearing block installed to be connected to an upper flange of a connection end of each steel girder segment and a web, and a hinge assembly installed to be attachable to the lower flange of each connection end and hinge-connecting the connection ends. | 08-05-2010 |
20100223740 | Motorcycle Ramp with Resting Platform - Motorcycle ramps that permit a single individual to safely and easily load a motorcycle to/from an elevated surface, such as a truck bed, without assistance of a second individual are described. The motorcycle ramp includes a fixed or moveable resting platform that receives and secures a rear wheel of the motorcycle, thereby preventing gravity from causing the motorcycle to roll uncontrolled down the ramp. When the rear wheel is resting on the platform, the person pushing the motorcycle up or down the ramp is more easily able to climb to and from the elevated surface, as the individual only needs to steady the motorcycle against sideways motion and needs not worry about backward motion down the ramp. The person is commonly able to prevent unwanted sideways motion using a single hand, freeing the person's other hand to assist in climbing up to or down from the elevated surface. | 09-09-2010 |
20100281635 | Connection assembly for a modular footbridge - A connection assembly for a modular footbridge having two or more bridge segments, the connection assembly comprising a first connector member and a second connector member, wherein one segment of the modular footbridge is provided with the first connector member and is connectable to another adjacently disposed segment having the second connector member by connecting the first connector member to the second connector member. | 11-11-2010 |
20110010871 | DOCK LEVELER BLANKET - An insulative blanket is sized and shaped to cover a dock leveler deck and the gaps between the deck and a surrounding dock platform to prevent the transfer of heat through the deck or across the gaps. A batten structure is combined with the blanket such that the combination forms a relatively rigid structure which can be easily placed and maintained in its desired position. The combination is raised and lowered by an attached line and a suspended overhead container is provided to further collapse the combination as it is raised and stored within the container. | 01-20-2011 |
20110047723 | CLOSED-LOOP CONTROL SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING A DEVICE - A closed-loop hydraulic control system that may arrest the motion of attached devices in the event of loss of electrical or hydraulic power or in the event of an emergency. Gangways from a ship to a platform and ladders on fire trucks may have hydraulic control systems that allow for free motion in several different directions in order to keep stability in rough waters or shifting ground. If the gangway or ladder begins to fall due to loss of hydraulic power or a failure in the securing of one end, the closed-loop control system may detect these situations and actuate the closing of valves to limit or stop the falling motion of the gangway or ladder. Various control or damping algorithms may be employed to yield a desired and controlled arresting of motion so as to prevent injury and damage. | 03-03-2011 |
20110047724 | GANGWAY HANDRAIL AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME - A handrail for a gangway and a method for manufacturing the same where the handrail comprises a single, continuous piece of plastic. | 03-03-2011 |
20110061182 | FOUR WHEELER TRAILER LOADING RAMPS - The present invention relates to a loading ramp for loading an all terrain vehicle for transport purposes comprising: a center plate, where said center plate includes a mounting plate and at least one mounting pin as a means to attach the loading ramp to a trailer; at least one truck bed plate, where said truck bed plate extends from the center plate into a bed of a truck; at least one trailer plate, where said trailer plate extends from the center plate into the trailer; and a plurality of pipe hinges, where said pipe hinges adjoin the at least one truck bed plate, center plate and the at least one trailer plate. The truck bed plates and trailer plates may be extended for loading purposes or folded and adjoined for storage purposes. | 03-17-2011 |
20110061183 | RAMP ASSEMBLY FOR MOBILE SHELVING - The present invention relates to a ramp assembly for a mobile shelving system including at least one longitudinal track body having a central channel and transverse edges, said ramp assembly including a plurality of ramp sections disposed on either side of the track body, whereby each ramp section includes a hooked edge adapted to rotatably engage a transverse edge of the track body, the angle of the ramp section being adjustable by way of rotation of the ramp section to thereby accommodate track bodies of different height. | 03-17-2011 |
20110072596 | EXTENDABLE RAMP FOR STORAGE IN A TAILGATE OR FLAT BED - An extendable ramp system extending a ramp from a storage position on a vehicle tailgate or flatbed is provided. A collection box is shown having a collection box channel with a sliding member slidingly engaged and moving within the collection box channel and coupling an end of the ramp to the collection box, the sliding member being coupled to the end of the ramp closest to the collection box when the ramp is extended. An at least two folding structural members are provided having an at least one coupling member coupling the at least two folding structural members and the at least two folding structural members coupling to the at least one sliding member. An at least one horizontal structural member is coupled to the at least two folding structural members and being oriented parallel and horizontal relative to the collection box. An at least two folding support members are provided along with an extension member coupled to the at least two folding support members. A control element within the at least two folding support members or the extension member is provided, the control element slidingly engaging and coupling the at least two folding support members or the at extension member. An at least two support hinge members couple the at least two folding support members, where the at least two folding support members extend, unfold, and pivot on the at least two support hinge members and straighten and the extension member extends on the at least one control element to extend the ramp. | 03-31-2011 |
20110072597 | ARTICLE HANDLING MACHINE EQUIPPED WITH A FOLDABLE CATWALK - Article handling machine ( | 03-31-2011 |
20110072598 | COUNTERBALANCE ASSEMBLY FOR A FOLD OUT RAMP - A counterbalanced ramp assembly includes a ramp portion coupled for reciprocating motion between a stowed position, a deployed position, and a neutral position. A first biasing element is coupled to a first endless loop and compresses a first spring when the ramp portion moves from the neutral position toward the deployed position. The first biasing element is disengaged from the first spring when the ramp portion is located between the neutral position and the stowed position. A second biasing element is coupled to the second endless loop and compresses a second spring when the ramp portion moves from the neutral position toward the stowed position. The second biasing element is disengaged from the second spring when the ramp portion is located between the neutral position and the deployed position. | 03-31-2011 |
20110088174 | COUNTERBALANCE MECHANISM FOR FOLD OUT RAMP - A ramp assembly has a ramp portion configured for reciprocating movement between a stowed position, a deployed position, and a neutral position, and a counterbalance. The counterbalance includes a restraint slidably coupled to a driving element having a spring fitting. The drive element includes a first engagement surface for engaging a first bearing surface associated with the ramp portion and a second engagement surface for engaging a second bearing surface associated with the ramp portion. A compression spring is disposed between a portion of the restraint and the spring fitting so that the compression spring provides a force to bias the ramp portion toward the stowed position when the ramp portion is between the deployed position and the neutral position, and toward the deployed position when the ramp portion is between the stowed position and the neutral position. | 04-21-2011 |
20110088175 | COUNTERBALANCE MECHANISM FOR FOLD OUT RAMP - A ramp assembly has a ramp portion configured for reciprocating motion between a stowed position, a deployed position, and a neutral position. A counterbalance is associated with the ramp portion and includes a drive element with a spring fitting. The drive element is rotatably coupled about a first axis of rotation that moves along an arcuate path. A restraint is slidably coupled to the drive element and is also rotatably coupled about a fixed axis of rotation. An end stop is associated with the restraint. A compression spring is disposed between the spring fitting and a portion of the restraint so that the compression spring provides a force to bias the ramp portion toward the neutral position. | 04-21-2011 |
20110088176 | COUNTERBALANCE MECHANISM FOR FOLD OUT RAMP - A ramp assembly includes a ramp portion configured for reciprocating motion between a stowed position, a deployed position, and a neutral position. A counterbalance comprises a shaft and a crank fixedly coupled to the shaft. A rod is rotatably coupled to the crank with an end fitting, and an end stop is slidably coupled to the rod. A compression spring is disposed between the end fitting and the end stop, wherein the compression spring provides a force to bias the ramp portion toward the stowed position when the ramp portion is between the deployed position and the neutral position, and toward the deployed position when the ramp portion is between the stowed position and the neutral position. | 04-21-2011 |
20110088177 | COUNTERBALANCE MECHANISM FOR FOLD OUT RAMP - A ramp assembly includes a ramp portion configured for reciprocating motion between a stowed position, a deployed position, and a neutral position. The ramp assembly further includes a counterbalance that provides a force to bias the ramp portion toward the stowed position when the ramp portion is between the deployed position and the neutral position, and toward the deployed position when the ramp portion is between the stowed position and the neutral position. A shaft rotates in a first direction when the ramp portion moves toward the stowed position, and in a second direction opposite the first direction when the ramp portion moves toward the deployed position. A crank is fixedly coupled to the shaft. A rod is rotatably coupled at a first end to the crank about a first axis and at a second end to a cylinder. The cylinder is coupled for rotational movement about a second axis. | 04-21-2011 |
20110197378 | STRUCTURAL ASSEMBLIES FOR CONSTRUCTING BRIDGES AND OTHER STRUCTURES - Structural assemblies for constructing bridges and other structures. A structural assembly may comprise an elongated member defining an internal space. The structural assembly may also comprise a plurality of framing members connected to the elongated member at a plurality of pin connection nodes, each pin connection node comprising a pin interconnecting the elongated member, a first one of the framing members, and a second one of the framing members, the pin having a first longitudinal end and a second longitudinal end, at least one of the first longitudinal end and the second longitudinal end of the pin being located in the internal space of the elongated member. | 08-18-2011 |
20110225743 | EXTENSION SECTION FOR RAMP PLATFORM - An extension section for a ramp platform generally includes a first sloping portion including a lip releasably that is receivable by a lip receiving channel, wherein the first sloping portion includes a stepped surface configured to interface with a transition plate, and a second sloping portion oriented with respect to the first sloping section such that the first and second sloping portions converge to form an obtuse angle at their juncture. | 09-22-2011 |
20110252582 | RAMP INSERT - The present invention is directed to a ramp insert for insertion between rails and/or rungs of a ramp. An embodiment of the present invention includes a body that may have an adjustable length. The body may include a first section that may include a track portion and a second section that may include a groove portion. The groove portion may be capable of fitting together with the track portion. The first or second section may be capable of slidably moving with respect to the other section via the track portion and the groove portion. The ramp insert may be placed between the rails and/or rungs of the ramp whereby the ramp insert may be adjusted to various lengths. Since the ramp insert may be adjusted to various lengths, the ramp insert may fit many different kinds of ramps having various widths. | 10-20-2011 |
20120017383 | GANGWAY BEARING RETAINER PLATE - A bearing retainer plate for fall restraint equipment made from a single, continuous piece of sheet metal, where the metal is lasered, cut, and/or butterflied to define a plurality of apertures. A bearing, preferably possessing a self-centering characteristic, is inserted into one of the apertures, while an adapter or bracket for an over-travel stop is inserted into another. A foot lock stud is inserted into another aperture defined by the bearing retainer plate and welded into place. The piece of metal may also define apertures configured to receive fasteners for attaching the plate to the fall restraint equipment, such as to a support structure of a gangway. | 01-26-2012 |
20120036653 | RAMP - The present invention provides two aspects : | 02-16-2012 |
20120174325 | MODULAR BICYCLE GUTTER - Embodiments herein provide a modular gutter for use by bicycles and other conveyances. When utilized, a conveyance may be guided along the gutter either by an individual on the conveyance or adjacent to it, whether up or down the gutter. The gutter may be manufactured in various lengths and arrangements, and additionally, the components of the gutter are designed to permit multiple subunits to be coupled to form longer gutters. Alternatively, the gutters may be cut to a desired length should the manufactured length be too long. Thus, the gutter may be sized for any of a variety of staircases. The gutter may be removably installed on existing staircases without the need to redesign or reconstruct the staircase. | 07-12-2012 |
20120297558 | ARCHED LOADING RAMP - A dual traction cutout ramp having a top surface and a back surface, and having plurality of apertures punched through the top and the back surfaces in alternative forming protrusions and indentations throughout the surface of the ramp. This dual traction cutout ramp can remove mud and dirt from the wheels of vehicles that move onto the ramp. | 11-29-2012 |
20130019417 | EXTENDABLE RAMP FOR STORAGE IN A TAILGATE OR FLAT BED - An expandable ramp system contained in a truck bed having a collection box with slots therein is shown. One or more sliding members are contained within the collection box and are coupled to the slots. Two or more folding structural members with one or more coupling members coupling them are provided and coupled to the one or more sliding members. One or more horizontal structural members are coupled to the at least two folding structural members and oriented in a parallel and horizontal fashion relative to the collection box. One or more support members fold or collapse and are stored within the collection box. The sliding member slides as the two or more folding structural members and the one or more support members extend along with the one or more horizontal structural members to form an expandable ramp. | 01-24-2013 |
20130042423 | PAPER RAMP - A paper ramp for use in unloading a wheeled or castered product from a pallet or shipping base is provided. The ramp is wedge shaped and comprises a folded bottom member affixed to a pre-formed top member having integrally formed guide rails. The bottom member has closure flaps that fold together in interlocking fashion inside the wedged shaped ramp to support and stabilize the load bearing top surface of the ramp. | 02-21-2013 |
20130055511 | ADJUSTABLE, MODULAR HANDICAP-ACCESS-RAMP SYSTEM - An adjustable, modular handicap-access-ramp system enables transport of wheelchairs and temporarily or permanently physically handicapped individuals and no-step access thereof into and out of a structure. The system comprises a plurality of core modules and at least one additional module adapted to be combined with each other and the core modules to configure a customized ramp. At least one combined locating and support pin is adapted to connect to each other those of the core and additional modules disposed adjacent to each other. At least one substantially infinitely adjustable column assembly allows movement of predetermined core and additional modules up or down and to a desired angle. At least one connector allows attachment to each other of adjacent core and additional modules that require a change in grade with respect to each other. | 03-07-2013 |
20130133143 | CURB RAMP - A curb ramp can be positioned next to a curb or a raised walkway to allow a cart to be wheeled up or down the curb ramp to or from the curb. The curb ramp allows people and equipment to move safely up or down a curb or walkway. The curb ramp can have a length at least as long as the wheel base of a cart used on the curb ramp to prevent tail drag of the cart. The curb ramp can include side rails to prevent sideways fall off therefrom. The curb ramp includes a curb-stop piece that is disposed against the curb during use and a plurality of cross braces to support and carry the load. A strong, effective and safe curb ramp can accommodate all wheeled devices that people can push or pull thereover, while being light enough to be easily transported and moved as needed. | 05-30-2013 |
20130192008 | METHOD FOR ATTACHING AND REMOVING A TRAILER RAMP - A method is disclosed for connecting a trailer ramp to a trailer. The method includes providing a trailer, wherein either two housing members or two pins are affixed to the trailer. The method further includes providing a ramp, wherein the other of the two housing members or the two pins are affixed to the ramp. Each of the housing members comprises a hollowed-out cylindrical stock having a tubular portion and a semi-tubular portion and the semi-tubular portion has a cutaway that forms a substantially half-tubular surface. A single person then initially engages the semi-tubular portion of the first housing member with the first pin, initially engages the semi-tubular portion of the second housing member with the second pin, and finally slides the ramp along the length of the pins to fully engage the pins into the tubular portions of the housing members. | 08-01-2013 |
20130198978 | Modular System For Assembling Ramps, Decks, And Other Raised Structures - Embodiments of the present invention provide a modular, portable, and adjustable wheelchair ramp that provides advantages and benefits over current wheelchair ramps. The ramp may be sold in a kit with individual elements, but it is also designed to provide a frame substructure that can be used with conventional decking materials, railings, and handrails. | 08-08-2013 |
20130283549 | RAMP INSERT - The present invention is directed to a ramp insert for insertion between rails and/or rungs of a ramp. An embodiment of the present invention includes a body that may have an adjustable length. The body may include a first section that may include a track portion and a second section that may include a groove portion. The groove portion may be capable of fitting together with the track portion. The first or second section may be capable of slidably moving with respect to the other section via the track portion and the groove portion. The ramp insert may be placed between the rails and/or rungs of the ramp whereby the ramp insert may be adjusted to various lengths. Since the ramp insert may be adjusted to various lengths, the ramp insert may fit many different kinds of ramps having various widths. | 10-31-2013 |
20130283550 | BRIDGE APPARATUS - A bridge apparatus to transfer persons between a moving structure such as a vessel and a second structure such as an offshore installation, for example, to span gaps between work boats and fixed offshore installations such as wind turbines. The bridge comprises a platform supported by a line, the platform being moveable in a vertical direction by movement, of the line, wherein the line extends in a vertical direction from the platform to a capstan, and from the capstan to a counterweight. Thus the inboard end of the bridge can remain in generally the same vertical position in relation to the support structure of the vessel, moving with the vessel in the water, and the outboard end of the bridge apparatus can remain in generally the same vertical position relative to the wind turbine, and the relative vertical movement between the wind turbine and the vessel is compensated by the movement of the bridge, while the stepping on and stepping off points on the bridge remain generally still in relation to the vessel and the wind turbine. | 10-31-2013 |
20140020194 | APPARATUS AND MOUNTING GANTRY FOR SUSPENDING A COMPONENT - A device for suspending at least one component from a gantry, and a gantry that includes such a device, are provided. The device includes a guide rail that can be secured on the gantry in an approximately vertical orientation, a carriage that is guided on the guide rail in a sliding movable manner and on which the component can be mounted, and a limit stop that is mounted on the guide rail beneath the carriage in a height-adjustable manner. The guide rail is divided into a lower part and an upper part, which are connected to each other by way of a pivot connection having a pivot axis parallel to the longitudinal direction of the guide rail. | 01-23-2014 |
20140059786 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ALIGNING PORTIONS OF A LOADING RAMP - A system for aligning outer edges of upper surfaces of ramp portions of a loading ramp. The system may include a plurality of sensors configured to provide signals indicative of whether the outer edges of upper surfaces of adjacent ramp portions are aligned. The system may also include a plurality of actuators configured to raise and lower at least one of the outer edges of an upper surface of a ramp portion. The system may also include a controller configured to receive signals from the plurality of sensors, determine whether the outer edges of upper surfaces of adjacent ramp portions are aligned, and provide signals to the actuators to affect movement thereof causing the outer edges of the upper surfaces of the adjacent ramp portions to be aligned. | 03-06-2014 |
20140090190 | Ramp System - A ramp system comprising: a platform, a box beam connecting a pair of stringer sides, wherein the stringer sides are connected to the box beam; the stringer sides having an upper and lower surface, wherein the lower surface is designed to contact the ground and the upper surface forming a rail; the box beam having a lower surface designed to contact the ground, and the upper surface to be less in height than the upper surface of the stringer sides; the lower surface of the platform is connected to the upper surface of the box beam, and stringer sides such that the distal end is flush with the outer portion of the box beam, and the proximal end is flush with the pointed end of the stringer sides, and the two sides of the platform abut the inner surface of the stringer sides forming a ramp with guard rails. | 04-03-2014 |
20140150188 | Post and Hand Rail Assembly for Modular Ramp - A hand rail to post connector assembly for use with a modular ramp. The assembly includes a post cap configured for mounting to a post, a saddle that is received by a slot in the post cap, and a rail insert that is secured to the saddle. The post cap includes a support surface configured to support a hand rail, and the post cap substantially constrains the saddle from moving vertically. The rail insert has a clamping surface that engages an inner surface of the hand rail for clamping the hand rail between it and the saddle. | 06-05-2014 |
20140189966 | Tactical Access Ramp - A ramp having a main section and a landing section. The landing section has a riser section with a first end and a second end. A first connector connects the first end of the riser section to a distal end of the main section. A landing platform, having a first end and a second end and gripping structures depending from a lower surface, is connected by the first end to the second end of the riser section with a second connector, where the second connector selectably retains the landing platform and the riser section in a desired angular position. In some embodiments the main section includes an upper section having a connecting end and a distal end, and a lower section having a connecting end and a distal end. A connector connects the connecting end of the upper section to the connecting end of the lower section. The connector selectably retains the upper and lower sections in at least one of a rigid substantially-arched surface and a rigid substantially-planar surface. | 07-10-2014 |
20140196225 | RAMP COMPONENT SYSTEM - A ramp system is disclosed which may include first and second components. The first component may include horizontal and vertical portions, and a hook. The horizontal portion may be supported by a lip of a structure, and may have a width equivalent to a length of the lip. The vertical portion may be coupled with, and hang downward from, the horizontal portion, and may have the same width as the horizontal portion. The hook may be coupled with the vertical portion, and may have the same width as the horizontal portion. The second component may include a protrusion and channel. The protrusion may have a width equal or less than the width of the horizontal portion, and be supported by the hook. The channel may be coupled with the protrusion, and have the same width. The channel may receive a planar component which forms a sloped surface of a ramp. | 07-17-2014 |
20140230167 | SELF ADJUSTING RAMP - A ramp may include a frame having first and second end portions and at least one rung extending substantially between the frame and being positioned between the first and second end portions, the at least one rung forming at least a portion of a ramp surface. The ramp may further include a plate extending substantially between the frame and being positioned adjacent to at least one of the first and second end portions, and a lip pivotally attached to the plate at a pivot axis, wherein the pivot axis is non-load bearing. | 08-21-2014 |
20140325770 | Leveling Device - An improved ramp assembly for leveling of wheeled vehicles such as campervans, caravans, motor homes, trailers and the like when parked on uneven ground. | 11-06-2014 |
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20140345067 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ALIGNING PORTIONS OF A LOADING RAMP - A system for aligning outer edges of upper surfaces of ramp portions of a loading ramp. The system may include a plurality of sensors configured to provide signals indicative of whether the outer edges of upper surfaces of adjacent ramp portions are aligned. The system may also include a plurality of actuators configured to raise and lower at least one of the outer edges of an upper surface of a ramp portion. The system may also include a controller configured to receive signals from the plurality of sensors, determine whether the outer edges of upper surfaces of adjacent ramp portions are aligned, and provide signals to the actuators to affect movement thereof causing the outer edges of the upper surfaces of the adjacent ramp portions to be aligned. | 11-27-2014 |
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20150074924 | ONE-PIECE RAMP - A ramp is shown and described. The ramp may include a frame having first and second end portions and a ramp surface extending substantially between the frame and positioned between the first and second end portion. The ramp may also include a plate extending at least partially between the frame and positioned adjacent to at least one of the first and second end portions, where the frame, ramp surface and plate are monolithic. | 03-19-2015 |
20150121634 | Method and System for Water Ingress and Egress - A ramp assembly includes a buoyant support platform having a landing area with right and left support arms extending generally parallel therefrom, thereby forming a U-shaped profile. The top of a ramp is affixed at the base of the U-shape profile between the two support arms and the lower portion of the ramp extends downwardly therefrom. A left side support for the ramp connects the left lower portion of the ramp with the inside of the left support arm and a right side support for the ramp connects the right lower portion of the ramp with the inside of the right support arm, wherein the left side support and the right side support secure the ramp in the desired position for allowing swimmers to easily enter or exit the water. | 05-07-2015 |
20150143642 | Ramp Bottom Transition Foot - An apparatus for wheeling a vehicle onto a truck or trailer includes a ramp. The apparatus includes a mounting portion attached to the ramp that mounts to the truck or trailer. The apparatus includes a transition piece the pivotally attaches to the ramp and contacts ground when the mounting portion is mounted to the truck or trailer. A method for placing a vehicle onto a truck or trailer includes the steps of attaching a mounting portion of a ramp to the truck or trailer. There is the step of moving a transition piece attached to the ramp so the transition piece contacts ground. There is the step of wheeling the vehicle across the transition piece, up the ramp and onto the truck or trailer. | 05-28-2015 |
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