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Outrigger assembly for supporting a platform adjacent a work area

US7228938B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 18, 2004
Grant dateJun 12, 2007
Priority date
Expiry dateDec 7, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE04G21/3233
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

An outrigger assembly includes at least one support unit including a first elongated support arm and a second elongated support arm cantilevered and secured to the first support arm. A joist-supporting arm is removably engaged with the front end portion. The assembly further includes an upper support arm cantilevered and secured to the first support arm. A support member having opposed end portions is secured thereto and to the first support member. The upper support arm includes a plurality of L-shaped members mated along an edge thereof. An elongated board is positionable between adjacently disposed rear end portions. The front end portion exerts an upward force against the work area joists while the upper support arm exerts a downward force against a top surface of the work area such that the forces become balanced.

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