Foldable hoistway work deck
US8646576B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 19, 2010 |
| Grant date | Feb 11, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 8, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04G2001/155
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A work deck configured for use within an elevator hoistway is provided. The work deck includes a platform having a plurality of planks. A plurality of telescoping assemblies is pivotally connected to one end of the platform, the telescoping assemblies each configured to span the elevator hoistway such that a first end of the telescoping assemblies seats against a building floor and a second end of the telescoping assemblies seats against a hoistway structure. A ladder has a first end and a second end. The first end of the ladder is pivotally connected to the platform and the second end is pivotally connected to the first end of the telescoping assemblies. The platform is configured to provide a work deck for personnel for use within the elevator hoistway. The work deck can be folded into a substantially flat package for ease of shipment.
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