Work platform
US8016074B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 3, 2008 |
| Grant date | Sep 13, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 15, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB66F11/044
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A platform for an aerial lift enables unobstructed access to a work area adjacent the platform. The platform includes a floor structure with front and rear sides and ends, and a safety rail disposed along at least the front side. The safety rail includes an entry gate. A lift gate is pivotably attached to the safety rail and pivotable between a closed position and an open position. The lift gate includes a gate rail extending along the rear side of the floor structure and a pair of lift rails connected between the gate rail and the safety rail. The gate rail is pivotable relative to the lift rails between an extended position and a retracted position. In this manner, the lift gate can be raised without the gate rail impacting the work surface.
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