Stepladder with pivoting utility tray
US7128187B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 17, 2003 |
| Grant date | Oct 31, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 24, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE06C7/14
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A stepladder that includes a first frame, a second frame, a step, a utility tray and a support arm. The second frame is pivotally attached to the first frame. The step is operably connected to the first frame and the second frame. The step pivots with respect to at least one of the first frame and the second frame as the first frame is pivoted with respect to the second frame. The utility tray is pivotally connected to the second frame and includes a top panel and a side panel. The top panel has a first end and a second end. The side panel extends from the top panel along a side of the top panel that extends between the first end and the second end. The side panel has a slot formed therein. The side panel has a detent formed therein. The detent is in communication with the slot. The support arm has a first end and a second end. The first end of the support arm is pivotally connected to the second frame. The second end of the support arm is slidable with respect to the slot to pivot the utility tray from a raised position to a lowered position.
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