US20090183948A1 - Multi-positional sawhorse device - Google Patents

Multi-positional sawhorse device Download PDF

Info

Publication number
US20090183948A1
US20090183948A1 US12/011,055 US1105508A US2009183948A1 US 20090183948 A1 US20090183948 A1 US 20090183948A1 US 1105508 A US1105508 A US 1105508A US 2009183948 A1 US2009183948 A1 US 2009183948A1
Authority
US
United States
Prior art keywords
sawhorse
support member
length
elongate support
arm
Prior art date
Legal status (The legal status is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the status listed.)
Abandoned
Application number
US12/011,055
Inventor
Samuel C. Sciorrotta, JR.
Current Assignee (The listed assignees may be inaccurate. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy of the list.)
Individual
Original Assignee
Individual
Priority date (The priority date is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the date listed.)
Filing date
Publication date
Application filed by Individual filed Critical Individual
Priority to US12/011,055 priority Critical patent/US20090183948A1/en
Publication of US20090183948A1 publication Critical patent/US20090183948A1/en
Abandoned legal-status Critical Current

Links

Images

Classifications

    • BPERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B25HAND TOOLS; PORTABLE POWER-DRIVEN TOOLS; MANIPULATORS
    • B25HWORKSHOP EQUIPMENT, e.g. FOR MARKING-OUT WORK; STORAGE MEANS FOR WORKSHOPS
    • B25H1/00Work benches; Portable stands or supports for positioning portable tools or work to be operated on thereby
    • B25H1/06Work benches; Portable stands or supports for positioning portable tools or work to be operated on thereby of trestle type
    • BPERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B25HAND TOOLS; PORTABLE POWER-DRIVEN TOOLS; MANIPULATORS
    • B25HWORKSHOP EQUIPMENT, e.g. FOR MARKING-OUT WORK; STORAGE MEANS FOR WORKSHOPS
    • B25H1/00Work benches; Portable stands or supports for positioning portable tools or work to be operated on thereby
    • B25H1/14Work benches; Portable stands or supports for positioning portable tools or work to be operated on thereby with provision for adjusting the bench top

Definitions

  • each outer support member is adapted with a mounting track, wherein track-adapted brackets may be slidably mounted therein, and adjustably positioned, preferably along the length of the elongate support member.
  • Each roller arm is pivotally secured to a track-adapted bracket, and is installed with each roller capable of an orientation parallel to the elongate support member of the sawhorse.
  • Each roller arm may simply hang in a downward direction during non-use, or may be pivotably extended in either direction relative to the elongate support member of the sawhorse.
  • a similarly pivotal hinge enables selectable movement of the roller, via an extension arm, relative to the roller arm.
  • a feature and advantage of the present invention is the ability of such a device to enable a single user to upload, support, cut, and offload large sheets of wood.
  • Still another feature and advantage of the present invention is the ability of such a device to offer a selectable plurality of roller arms that may be positioned at any location along the length of the sawhorse, that are adapted for use on either side of the sawhorse, and that may be adjusted for use above, within, or below the plane of the sawhorse support surface.
  • FIG. 5A is an overhead view of a multi-positional sawhorse device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, showing a first configuration for attachment of two multi-positional support arms;
  • FIG. 6 is an end view of a multi-positional sawhorse device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, showing the device in an unfolded, use position with the multi-positional support arm in a storage position;
  • FIGS. 10A-C are partial, perspective views of means for affixing support plate to two or more sawhorse devices.
  • FIGS. 11A-C are top views of two multi-positional sawhorse devices in cooperative use with a support plate for a power tool.
  • each outer support member 22 a and 22 b preferably defines the exterior parallelepiped shape of a traditional sawhorse support member, but with a hollow interior that is shaped to slidably receive inner support member 24 therewithin. It is preferred that a plurality of apertures 26 are defined in each outer support member 22 a and 22 b , and that spring-loaded locking members 28 are provided on the surface of inner support member 24 so that easy lockable positioning of inner support member 24 relative to outer support members 22 a and 22 b may be quickly and easily selected via extension of spring-loaded locking members 28 through plurality of apertures 26 .
  • device 10 is length-adjustable between a minimum length of thirty inches and a maximum length of forty-eight inches. This adjustability is preferably achieved by the relationship of a twenty-eight inch length for inner support member 24 , and a fifteen inch length for each outer support member 22 a and 22 b .
  • device 10 may be selectively utilized with a thirty inch support length when inner support member 24 is fully held within outer support members 22 a and 22 b ; device 10 may also be selectively utilized with a forty-eight inch support length when inner support member 24 is maximally exposed, with five inches of inner support member 24 supported within each outer support member 22 a and 22 b .
  • this preferred configuration is exemplary and without limitation, wherein essentially any length could be utilized for length-adjustable, elongate support member 20 of device 10 .
  • elongate support member 20 may be covered or “topped” with non-slip surface 30 .
  • Extendable legs 50 preferably pivotally link to each side of elongate support member 20 , proximate each end thereof.
  • the extended configuration for one exemplary pair of extendable legs 50 is depicted for each device 10 , with one extendable leg 52 a on a first side of elongate support member 20 , another extendable leg 52 b on the other side of elongate support member 20 , and with pivotal cross-support member 54 extending therebetween.
  • This “A”-shaped support configuration is preferred for each end of device 10 .
  • Inner telescoping leg 56 adjustably positions within each extendable leg 50 in order for overall height of device 10 to be adjusted, wherein the individual adjustability of each leg allows for accommodation of rough and/or uneven terrain while maintaining a level support/work surface.
  • one or more spring-loaded lock buttons 58 is provided proximate each extendable leg 50 and inner telescoping leg 56 in order to fix the extended position of the leg 50 following selection thereof.
  • a plurality of spring-loaded lock buttons 58 are preferably included in order to enable a plurality of selectable extensions for inner telescoping leg 56 relative to extendable leg 50 .
  • each extendable leg 50 preferably carries non-slip foot treatment 60 , such as a rubber foot, rough textured surface, or the like.
  • plurality of pivotal roller arms 100 includes two or more pivotal roller arms 100 , wherein each roller arm 100 is defined by pivot bracket 102 , first arm extension 104 , second arm extension 106 , and roller mount 108 , as shown in FIG. 2 .
  • Pivot bracket 102 facilitates pivotal movement of each roller arm 100 relative to elongate support member 20 , but more specifically facilitates pivotal movement of first arm extension 104 relative to pivot bracket 102 , preferably in a 180° manner.
  • Plurality of spring-loaded buttons 110 is preferably defined on pivot bracket 102 , wherein selective pivotal movement of first arm extension 104 relative to pivot bracket 102 allows for selection of an easily lockable position for first arm extension 104 relative to elongate support member 20 .
  • selectable, lockable configurations include opposing extensions perpendicular to elongate support member 20 , and a third extension essentially hanging below elongate support member 20 , such as for storage.
  • device 10 may support a workpiece via plurality of rollers 100 in a plurality of selectable conformations.
  • FIG. 5A depicts both of two roller arms 100 positioned on a first same side of elongate support member 20 .
  • FIG. 5B depicts both of two roller arms 100 positioned on a second same side of elongate support member 20 ;
  • FIG. 5C depicts each of two roller arms 100 positioned on opposing sides of elongate support member 20 ;
  • FIG. 5D depicts all of four roller arms 100 positioned on a same side of elongate support member 20 .
  • the foregoing are, of course, exemplary conformations only, wherein other additional conformations are possible.
  • each roller arm 100 in order to be extended below the plane of the upper surface of elongate support member 20 , to be coplanar with the upper surface of elongate support member 20 , and/or to be extended above the plane of the upper surface of elongate support member 20 , thereby enabling specific selection according to workpiece requirements. This allows for selective placement to support a workpiece during sawing, and thereafter to prevent falling of the cut workpiece.
  • device 10 may utilize one or more adjustable and pivotal roller arms 100 enabling a versatile sawhorse that supports various work pieces B and enables a single operator to load and/or unload boards or other material or work pieces B onto device(s) 10 utilizing roller arm(s) 100 and further support work pieces B while work pieces B is in use or being engaged.
  • each roller arm 100 is depicted with box-like, it should be noted that tubular extension members could also be utilized for roller arms 100 , as well as any other suitable shape.
  • elongate support member 20 further includes a plurality of prefabricated rings, slots, or tubes (shown as a tube) 55 for receipt of hook or pin (shown as a pin) 57 in order to facilitate secure placement of attachment plate 59 to elongate support member 20 .
  • Attachment plate 59 preferably constructed of heavy gauge aluminum or steel further includes a plurality of prefabricated rings, slots, or tubes (shown as a tube) 56 for receipt of said hook or pin (shown as a pin) 57 in order to facilitate secure placement of attachment plate 59 to elongate support member 20 (shown engaged in FIG. 10B ).
  • attachment plate 59 Such a design allows for a stable and secure platform for working and placement of power tools such as a contractor saw, chop saw, miter saw or other power tools 62 (shown in FIG. 9 ), too, can similarly be attached or placed on attachment plate 59 . It is contemplated herein that other means of affixing attachment plate 59 to elongate support member 20 are known to one of ordinary skill in the art.
  • attachment plate 59 preferably is securely affixed to elongate support members 20 L and 20 R, and thus, attachment plate 59 securely holds two devices 10 an equal distance apart from each other.
  • Miter saw 62 can be positioned or secured to attachment plate 59 (as shown in FIG. 11 ) between elongate support members 20 L and 20 R.
  • two devices 10 configured in this way or as otherwise shown herein enable a single operator to load board or other material or work piece B onto device(s) 10 utilizing roller arm(s) 100 and two devices 10 enable a single operator to safely feed board B across non-slip surface 30 of support member 20 L and 20 R, and miter saw's 62 cutting surface 64 to power tool 62 .
  • elongate support member 20 or other portions of device 10 , could carry reference markings thereon for measurements or conversion data.
  • extendable leg members 50 in lieu of telescoping inner and outer members, could each have two parallel members with relative selectable height adjustability, or could be rotationally related, wherein by twisting, the overall length could be adjusted.

Landscapes

  • Engineering & Computer Science (AREA)
  • Mechanical Engineering (AREA)
  • Sawing (AREA)

Abstract

An adjustable leg, collapsible sawhorse, wherein roller-style attachments are secured to multi-jointed, pivotable arms that are slidably related to the sawhorse support structure, wherein the roller-style attachments facilitate upload, support, cut and offload of a large workpiece, such as a 4′×8′ sheet of plywood, by a single person, and wherein the roller-style attachments hang unobstructively below the sawhorse support surface when not in use.

Description

    TECHNICAL FIELD
  • The present invention relates generally to sawhorse devices and, more specifically, to a multi-positional sawhorse device enabling a single user to upload, support, cut, and offload large sheets of wood via multi-positional support members.
  • BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
  • Home repair and home renovation projects and improvements continue to be popular tasks for many, notwithstanding the multitude of tools required and the frequently cumbersome and heavy building materials. Unfortunately, many do-it-yourselfers are relegated to limited work areas and often realize limitations in the diversity of materials that can be utilized without the assistance of another individual. Construction workers, too, face similar challenges, wherein efficiency is constrained by the necessity for more than one worker for a given task.
  • Sawhorses are one means by which one engaged in construction activities can support an oversized workpiece, such as during sawing or drilling. Sawhorses are especially convenient because they are frequently foldable, and thus portable and easily storable, rendering sawhorses beneficial to many users. Nonetheless, limitations to the benefits remain. For example, if a large (such as 4′×8′) piece of plywood is to be extended between two sawhorses for work thereon, typically one individual cannot accomplish placement for such a task, wherein at least two people are required to lift the wooden sheet up and over the sawhorses, and then to lower the board to the support surfaces thereof. Further, upon sawing down the middle of such a wooden sheet supported in such a position, the sheet separates and, without further support from one or more individuals or additional devices, necessarily falls, creating a potentially dangerous situation following completion of the cut.
  • Sawhorses have been proposed to enable easier manipulation of workpieces supported thereon. Some such devices include upwardly extending roller arm(s), including some that may be positioned either parallel or perpendicular relative to the upper support edge of the sawhorse. In view of the present invention, however, such sawhorses are disadvantageous because users are denied the use of the full sawhorse support rail in order to benefit from the roller attachment, wherein the roller must receive the entire force of the workpiece. In another type of sawhorse device, a roller is angularly disposed along a side edge of the sawhorse in order to enable benefit from the roller during loading and unloading, yet without preventing use of the sawhorse upper support surface. Others offer free-standing rollers in an effort to enable the beneficial use of a roller in cooperation with full sawhorse support. Still, however, these roller and sawhorse combinations are disadvantageous in view of the present invention, and none offer a selectable means for supporting the cutting edge following completion of the cut.
  • Therefore, there is a need for a multi-positional sawhorse device enabling a user to mount, store and utilize a plurality of adjustable roller arms on a foldable, height adjustable sawhorse support base, wherein each roller arm is adapted for use on either side of the sawhorse, wherein each roller arm is slidably adjustable along the length of the sawhorse, and wherein convenience features such as on-board power and tool organizers facilitate overall ease of use, thus preventing the above-discussed disadvantages.
  • BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
  • Briefly described, in a preferred embodiment, the present invention overcomes the above-mentioned disadvantages and meets the recognized need for such a device by providing an adjustable leg, collapsible sawhorse, wherein roller-style attachments are secured to multi-jointed, pivotable arms that are slidably related to the sawhorse support structure, wherein the roller-style attachments facilitate upload, support, cut and offload of a large workpiece, such as a 4′×8′ sheet of plywood, by a single person, and wherein the roller-style attachments hang unobstructively below the sawhorse, support surface when not in use.
  • According to its major aspects and broadly stated, the present invention is a configurable sawhorse with a dual-track mount system installed lengthwise on the underside of the sawhorse support surface, wherein accessories may be mounted to the sawhorse to facilitate convenient use thereof, and wherein such accessories may include a multi-segment, dual-locking-joint pivotable arm with a 180° range of motion relative to the sawhorse mount, and a further 180° range of motion of one arm segment relative to another arm segment, such that a multitude of adjustably selectable positions is available for the pivotable arm and the roller feature provided thereon.
  • More specifically, the present invention in its preferred form is a multi-positional sawhorse device, wherein a length-adjustable elongate support member extends between two pairs of extendable legs, and wherein roller arms are pivotably and slidably related to the elongate support member for additional support of workpieces therewith. The length-adjustable elongate support member is defined by two outer support members, with an inner support member housed therewithin and adjustably therebetween, wherein the degree of exposure of the inner support member relative to the respective outer support members determines the overall length of the elongate support member of the sawhorse.
  • The underside of each outer support member is adapted with a mounting track, wherein track-adapted brackets may be slidably mounted therein, and adjustably positioned, preferably along the length of the elongate support member. Each roller arm is pivotally secured to a track-adapted bracket, and is installed with each roller capable of an orientation parallel to the elongate support member of the sawhorse. Each roller arm may simply hang in a downward direction during non-use, or may be pivotably extended in either direction relative to the elongate support member of the sawhorse. A similarly pivotal hinge enables selectable movement of the roller, via an extension arm, relative to the roller arm.
  • Each of the foregoing adjustable features is easily lockable following selection, via snap-style buttons. Additionally, the tension of the roller is also adjustable, via an onboard tension selector. Further features include a non-slip support surface and non-slip feet, and a foldable, cross-support arm for extension between the legs. Additional optional features include an attachment plate for a table saw, such as a contractor saw or miter saw, a power strip for on-board AC power for accessories, and organizational hangers for tools.
  • A feature and advantage of the present invention is the ability of such a device to enable a single user to upload, support, cut, and offload large sheets of wood.
  • Another feature and advantage of the present invention is the ability of such a device to enable a user to quickly, easily, and selectively position the device and the onboard accessories.
  • Yet another feature and advantage of the present invention is the ability of such a device to provide a track/mount system for ease of attachment of a variety of accessories, machines and/or power tools.
  • Still another feature and advantage of the present invention is the ability of such a device to provide easily accessible on-board electrical power.
  • Another feature and advantage of the present invention is the ability of such a device to enable securely locked positioning following selective placement and arrangement of features and accessories.
  • Yet another feature and advantage of the present invention is the ability of such a device to enable height and clearance selections, thereby facilitating use in a plurality of locations and environments.
  • Still another feature and advantage of the present invention is the ability of such a device to offer a selectable plurality of roller arms that may be positioned at any location along the length of the sawhorse, that are adapted for use on either side of the sawhorse, and that may be adjusted for use above, within, or below the plane of the sawhorse support surface.
  • Still yet another feature and advantage of the present invention is the ability of such a device to provide on-board roller supports that pivotally store below the work surface during periods of non-use.
  • Yet still another feature and advantage of the present invention is the ability of such a device to provide a multi-segment, dual-locking-joint pivotable arm with a 180° range of motion relative to the sawhorse mount, and a further 180° range of motion of one arm segment relative to another arm segment, such that a multitude of adjustably selectable positions is available for the pivotable arm and the roller feature provided thereon.
  • Still another feature and advantage of the present invention is the ability of such a device to enable selective adjustment of the length of the elongate sawhorse support member.
  • Another feature and advantage of the present invention is the ability of such a device to increase safety by including features such as a non-slip support surface and non-slip feet.
  • Still another feature and advantage of the present invention is the ability of such a device to be collapsed, folded and stored in a minimal space.
  • Yet another feature and advantage of the present invention is the ability of such a device to function as a table saw out-feed extension, or as a contractor saw stand.
  • Yet another feature and advantage of the present invention is the ability of such a device to be constructed of aluminum, thereby providing strength in a lightweight fashion, and without risk of rust.
  • Still another feature and advantage of the present invention is the ability of such a device to adjust for a level work surface on all types of terrain.
  • These and other objects, features and advantages of the invention will become more apparent to one skilled in the art from the following description and claims when read in light of the accompanying drawings.
  • BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
  • The present invention will be better understood by reading the Detailed Description of the Preferred and Alternate Embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawing figures, in which like reference numerals denote similar structure and refer to like elements throughout, and in which:
  • FIG. 1 is a side view of a multi-positional sawhorse device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention;
  • FIG. 2 is an partially enlarged end-view of a multi-positional sawhorse device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, showing the multi-positional support arm in an enlarged configuration relative to the sawhorse support, and showing the multi-positional support arm in a work position;
  • FIG. 3 is an end view of two multi-positional sawhorse devices in cooperative use;
  • FIG. 4 is a side view of the multi-positional support arm of FIG. 2;
  • FIG. 5A is an overhead view of a multi-positional sawhorse device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, showing a first configuration for attachment of two multi-positional support arms;
  • FIG. 5B is an overhead view of a multi-positional sawhorse device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, showing a second configuration for attachment of two multi-positional support arms;
  • FIG. 5C is an overhead view of a multi-positional sawhorse device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, showing a third configuration for attachment of two multi-positional support arms;
  • FIG. 5D is an overhead view of a multi-positional sawhorse device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, showing a configuration for attachment of four multi-positional support arms;
  • FIG. 6 is an end view of a multi-positional sawhorse device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, showing the device in an unfolded, use position with the multi-positional support arm in a storage position;
  • FIG. 7 is an end view of a multi-positional sawhorse device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, showing the device in a folded, storage position;
  • FIG. 8 is a partial, perspective view of the underside of a multi-positional sawhorse device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, showing the track with an accessory bracket therein;
  • FIG. 9 is a side view of two multi-positional sawhorse devices in cooperative use supporting a power tool;
  • FIGS. 10A-C are partial, perspective views of means for affixing support plate to two or more sawhorse devices; and
  • FIGS. 11A-C are top views of two multi-positional sawhorse devices in cooperative use with a support plate for a power tool.
  • DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED AND ALTERNATE EMBODIMENTS
  • In describing the preferred and alternate embodiments of the present invention, as illustrated in the figures and/or described herein, specific terminology is employed for the sake of clarity. The invention, however, is not intended to be limited to the specific terminology so selected, and it is to be understood that each specific element includes all technical equivalents that operate in a similar manner to accomplish similar functions.
  • Referring now to FIGS. 1-2, the present invention in its preferred form is multi-positional sawhorse device 10, generally comprising length-adjustable elongate support member 20, extendable legs 50, and plurality of pivotable roller arms 100. Preferably, length-adjustable elongate support member 20 is two outer support members 22 a and 22 b, with inner support member 24 housed therewithin, and adjustably therebetween.
  • That is, each outer support member 22 a and 22 b preferably defines the exterior parallelepiped shape of a traditional sawhorse support member, but with a hollow interior that is shaped to slidably receive inner support member 24 therewithin. It is preferred that a plurality of apertures 26 are defined in each outer support member 22 a and 22 b, and that spring-loaded locking members 28 are provided on the surface of inner support member 24 so that easy lockable positioning of inner support member 24 relative to outer support members 22 a and 22 b may be quickly and easily selected via extension of spring-loaded locking members 28 through plurality of apertures 26. It should be understood, however, that although such a configuration is preferred, other locking systems could be utilized, such as, for exemplary purposes only, locking pins or bolts, and further that such locking system could be defined on outer support member 22 a, 22 b or inner support member 24, or in any suitable cooperative relationship therebetween.
  • Although this configuration, as described herein and depicted in FIG. 1, is preferred, the dimensions represented are exemplary and without limitation. Nonetheless, it is preferred that device 10 is length-adjustable between a minimum length of thirty inches and a maximum length of forty-eight inches. This adjustability is preferably achieved by the relationship of a twenty-eight inch length for inner support member 24, and a fifteen inch length for each outer support member 22 a and 22 b. In such an exemplary configuration, device 10 may be selectively utilized with a thirty inch support length when inner support member 24 is fully held within outer support members 22 a and 22 b; device 10 may also be selectively utilized with a forty-eight inch support length when inner support member 24 is maximally exposed, with five inches of inner support member 24 supported within each outer support member 22 a and 22 b. Again, this preferred configuration is exemplary and without limitation, wherein essentially any length could be utilized for length-adjustable, elongate support member 20 of device 10. Further, elongate support member 20 may be covered or “topped” with non-slip surface 30.
  • Extendable legs 50 preferably pivotally link to each side of elongate support member 20, proximate each end thereof. Referring now to FIG. 3, the extended configuration for one exemplary pair of extendable legs 50 is depicted for each device 10, with one extendable leg 52 a on a first side of elongate support member 20, another extendable leg 52 b on the other side of elongate support member 20, and with pivotal cross-support member 54 extending therebetween. This “A”-shaped support configuration is preferred for each end of device 10.
  • Inner telescoping leg 56 adjustably positions within each extendable leg 50 in order for overall height of device 10 to be adjusted, wherein the individual adjustability of each leg allows for accommodation of rough and/or uneven terrain while maintaining a level support/work surface. Preferably, one or more spring-loaded lock buttons 58 is provided proximate each extendable leg 50 and inner telescoping leg 56 in order to fix the extended position of the leg 50 following selection thereof. A plurality of spring-loaded lock buttons 58 are preferably included in order to enable a plurality of selectable extensions for inner telescoping leg 56 relative to extendable leg 50. Additionally, each extendable leg 50 preferably carries non-slip foot treatment 60, such as a rubber foot, rough textured surface, or the like.
  • Preferably, plurality of pivotal roller arms 100 includes two or more pivotal roller arms 100, wherein each roller arm 100 is defined by pivot bracket 102, first arm extension 104, second arm extension 106, and roller mount 108, as shown in FIG. 2. Pivot bracket 102 facilitates pivotal movement of each roller arm 100 relative to elongate support member 20, but more specifically facilitates pivotal movement of first arm extension 104 relative to pivot bracket 102, preferably in a 180° manner. Plurality of spring-loaded buttons 110 is preferably defined on pivot bracket 102, wherein selective pivotal movement of first arm extension 104 relative to pivot bracket 102 allows for selection of an easily lockable position for first arm extension 104 relative to elongate support member 20. In the preferred configuration, selectable, lockable configurations include opposing extensions perpendicular to elongate support member 20, and a third extension essentially hanging below elongate support member 20, such as for storage.
  • Proximate roller mount 108, roller 112 is secured in a manner that preferably allows for tension adjustment thereof via selector knob 114 on second arm extension 106. In the preferred configuration, second arm extension 106 is pivotally movable relative to first arm extension 104, wherein selection of easily lockable positions is preferably facilitated by plurality of spring-loaded buttons 116 and related lock aperture 118 of second arm extension 106. In this preferred configuration, selectable lockable configurations include opposing extensions perpendicular to first arm extension 104, and a third extension essentially co-planar with first arm extension 104.
  • Referring now to FIG. 8, elongate support member 20 preferably includes two parallel lengths of support track 150, wherein groove 152 is shaped to slidably receive t-shaped attachment member 166 of pivot bracket 102, or a suitably shaped attachment member 166 extending therethrough. In an alternate embodiment, groove 152 is shaped to slidably receive bolt 164 extending therethrough pivot bracket 102 and pivot bracket 102 is secured in position to elongate support member 20 by rotationally movement of tension knob 162. As noted hereinabove, other accessories may be similarly slidably related and supported by device 10, as desired. Also, it should be noted that device 10 could be made with fewer or more than two lengths of support track 150, although two is preferred. Moreover, device 10 could be made without support track 150, wherein each roller arm 100 could be fixedly or otherwise secured to elongate support member 20. However, the preferred slidable positioning of each pivot bracket 102 within support track 150 enables specific selection of placement for each roller arm 100 for each job, if desired. This feature, coupled with the multi-positional pivot features provides for maximum adjustability of each roller arm 100 relative to elongate support member 20.
  • In use, device 10 may support a workpiece via plurality of rollers 100 in a plurality of selectable conformations. Some exemplary formations are depicted in the figures, wherein FIG. 5A, for example, depicts both of two roller arms 100 positioned on a first same side of elongate support member 20. FIG. 5B depicts both of two roller arms 100 positioned on a second same side of elongate support member 20; FIG. 5C depicts each of two roller arms 100 positioned on opposing sides of elongate support member 20; and FIG. 5D depicts all of four roller arms 100 positioned on a same side of elongate support member 20. The foregoing are, of course, exemplary conformations only, wherein other additional conformations are possible. Further, it should be noted that it is possible to adjust each roller arm 100 in order to be extended below the plane of the upper surface of elongate support member 20, to be coplanar with the upper surface of elongate support member 20, and/or to be extended above the plane of the upper surface of elongate support member 20, thereby enabling specific selection according to workpiece requirements. This allows for selective placement to support a workpiece during sawing, and thereafter to prevent falling of the cut workpiece.
  • It is contemplated herein that device 10 may utilize one or more adjustable and pivotal roller arms 100 enabling a versatile sawhorse that supports various work pieces B and enables a single operator to load and/or unload boards or other material or work pieces B onto device(s) 10 utilizing roller arm(s) 100 and further support work pieces B while work pieces B is in use or being engaged.
  • Preferably, during periods of non-use, such as depicted in FIG. 6, roller arm 100 is positioned to hang vertically below elongate support member 20, wherein elongate support member 20 may remain available for use without roller arm 100. For storage, pivotal cross-support member 54 may be unlatched and pivoted into alignment with either extendable leg 52 a or 52 b, as appropriately provided, and each extendable leg 52 a and 52 b may be pivoted inwardly in order to conveniently store device 10 in a small, space-limited environment with attachments, such as roller arms 100, hanging vertically below the horizontal sawhorse member, elongate support member 20.
  • In an alternate embodiment, although each roller arm 100 is depicted with box-like, it should be noted that tubular extension members could also be utilized for roller arms 100, as well as any other suitable shape.
  • In another alternate embodiment, elongate support member 20, depicted in FIG. 10 A-C, further includes a plurality of prefabricated rings, slots, or tubes (shown as a tube) 55 for receipt of hook or pin (shown as a pin) 57 in order to facilitate secure placement of attachment plate 59 to elongate support member 20. Attachment plate 59 preferably constructed of heavy gauge aluminum or steel further includes a plurality of prefabricated rings, slots, or tubes (shown as a tube) 56 for receipt of said hook or pin (shown as a pin) 57 in order to facilitate secure placement of attachment plate 59 to elongate support member 20 (shown engaged in FIG. 10B). Such a design allows for a stable and secure platform for working and placement of power tools such as a contractor saw, chop saw, miter saw or other power tools 62 (shown in FIG. 9), too, can similarly be attached or placed on attachment plate 59. It is contemplated herein that other means of affixing attachment plate 59 to elongate support member 20 are known to one of ordinary skill in the art.
  • Referring to FIG. 9 two devices 10 are shown from a side view, wherein attachment plate 59 preferably is securely affixed to elongate support members 20L and 20R, and thus, attachment plate 59 securely holds two devices 10 an equal distance apart from each other. Miter saw 62 can be positioned or secured to attachment plate 59 (as shown in FIG. 11) between elongate support members 20L and 20R. Further, one or more pivotal roller arms 100L and 100R, shown positioned on opposite sides of elongate support member 20L and 20R preferably position rollers 112 vertically along a horizontal line L running from roller 112 of roller arm 100L to non-slip surface 30 of elongate support members 20L to miter saw's 62 cutting surface 64 to non-slip surface 30 of elongate support members 20R to roller 112 of roller arm 100L. In use, two devices 10 configured in this way or as otherwise shown herein enable a single operator to load board or other material or work piece B onto device(s) 10 utilizing roller arm(s) 100 and two devices 10 enable a single operator to safely feed board B across non-slip surface 30 of support member 20L and 20R, and miter saw's 62 cutting surface 64 to power tool 62.
  • Referring to FIG. 11 A-C, in yet another alternate embodiment, device 10 may further be adapted using attachment plate 59 to link and/or support two or more devices 10 together to increase or configure various work areas having a variety of adjustable and pivotal roller arms 100 enabling a versatile sawhorse that supports various work pieces B and/or enables an operator to safely load and unload work pieces B and/or enable hands free operation of various power tool 62.
  • In yet another alternate embodiment, device 10 may further be adapted with an on-board power strip (not shown) for powering a variety of accessories, and/or may be adapted with organizational hangers for tools or the like, including but not limited to hooks, pegboard-style receptacles, and removable containers.
  • In still another alternate embodiment, elongate support member 20, or other portions of device 10, could carry reference markings thereon for measurements or conversion data.
  • In yet another alternate embodiment, extendable leg members 50, in lieu of telescoping inner and outer members, could each have two parallel members with relative selectable height adjustability, or could be rotationally related, wherein by twisting, the overall length could be adjusted.
  • In still yet another alternate embodiment, roller mount 108 or second arm extension 106 could support other accessories or tools in lieu of roller 112.
  • Having thus described exemplary embodiments of the present invention, it should be noted by those skilled in the art that the within disclosures are exemplary only, and that various other alternatives, adaptations, and modifications may be made within the scope of the present invention. Accordingly, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments illustrated herein, but is limited only by the following claims.

Claims (20)

1. A multi-positional sawhorse device, comprising:
an elongate support member;
two pairs of legs carried by said elongate support member; and
at least one roller arm carried by said elongate support member and capable of bi-directional pivotal extension relative to the length of said elongate support member.
2. The sawhorse device of claim 1, wherein said two pairs of legs further comprise length-adjustment features.
3. The sawhorse device of claim 1, wherein each said pair of said two pairs of legs further comprises a cross-support arm pivotally carried by one said leg of each said pair, wherein said two pairs of legs are pivotally carried by said elongate support member, and wherein each said cross-support arm is adapted to extend between and support one said pair of legs in a triangular configuration.
4. The sawhorse device of claim 1, wherein each said at least one roller arm is adjustably carried relative to the length of said elongate support member.
5. The sawhorse device of claim 1, wherein each said at least one roller arm further comprises positional locking features, wherein said bi-directional pivotal extension of each said at least one roller arm is selectively lockable, and wherein selectable positions comprise a first position perpendicular to the length of said elongate support member, a second position also perpendicular to the length of said elongate support member but opposingly directed relative to said first position, and a third position also perpendicular to the length of said elongate support member but extending therebelow and also perpendicular to said first and second positions.
6. The sawhorse device of claim 4, wherein said elongate support member further comprises an upper support surface, an underside, and at least one track carried coincident with the length thereof proximate said underside, and wherein said sawhorse device further comprises at least one accessory slidably carried within said at least one track.
7. The sawhorse device of claim 1, wherein said bi-directional pivotal extension of each said at least one roller arm relative to the length of said elongate support member is facilitated by a first arm length carried by said elongate support member, wherein each said at least one roller arm further comprises a second arm length pivotally carried by said first arm length, and wherein said second arm length is bi-directionally pivotal relative to the length of said first arm length.
8. The sawhorse device of claim 7, wherein said first arm length of each said at least one roller arm is adapted to pivot within at least a 180° range of motion relative to said elongate support member and wherein said second arm length of each said at least one roller arm is adapted to pivot within at least a 180° range of motion relative to said first arm length.
9. The sawhorse device of claim 1, wherein said elongate support member further comprises length adjustable features defined by two outer support members and an inner support member extendably housed therewithin, wherein a selected extension of said inner support member is positionally lockable.
10. The sawhorse device of claim 1, wherein each said adjustable feature is locked via at least one resilient, friction fit button.
11. The sawhorse device of claim 1, wherein each said at least one roller arm further comprises a roller tension-adjustment mechanism.
12. The sawhorse device of claim 1, wherein said elongate support member further comprises a slip-resistant support surface and wherein each said leg further comprises a slip-resistant foot.
13. The sawhorse device of claim 6, wherein said at least one accessory is selected from the group consisting of a roller arm and an attachment plate for a table saw, contractor saw, or miter saw.
14. The sawhorse device of claim 1, further comprising an on-board power outlet.
15. The sawhorse device of claim 1, further comprising organizational hangers for tools.
16. The sawhorse device of claim 1, wherein each said at least one roller arm can pivot and lock into a plurality of positions relative to said elongate support member, wherein said plurality of positions further comprise positions on either side relative to the length of said elongate support member and above, within, and below the plane of an upper surface of said elongate support member.
17. The sawhorse device of claim 2, wherein said length adjustable features of each said leg of said two pairs of legs further comprise an inner leg telescopingly related to an outer leg, wherein the selected positional relationship of said inner and outer legs is lockable.
18. The sawhorse device of claim 6, further comprising at least one bracket adapted for slidably lockable positioning relative to said at least one track, wherein said at least one accessory is said roller arm, and wherein said at least one roller arm is carried by said at least one bracket.
19. The sawhorse device of claim 6, further comprising two said tracks in a parallel relationship and further comprising two roller arms adjustably positioned within each said track.
20. A sawhorse device, comprising:
a length-adjustable elongate support member;
two pairs of length-adjustable legs pivotally carried by said elongate support member;
at least one mount track carried proximate an underside of said elongate support member;
at least one bracket slidably and lockably positioned within said at least one mount track; and
at least one jointed roller arm pivotally carried by said at least one bracket at a first end, with a roller at a second end, and with a pivotal joint therebetween.
US12/011,055 2008-01-23 2008-01-23 Multi-positional sawhorse device Abandoned US20090183948A1 (en)

Priority Applications (1)

Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
US12/011,055 US20090183948A1 (en) 2008-01-23 2008-01-23 Multi-positional sawhorse device

Applications Claiming Priority (1)

Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
US12/011,055 US20090183948A1 (en) 2008-01-23 2008-01-23 Multi-positional sawhorse device

Publications (1)

Publication Number Publication Date
US20090183948A1 true US20090183948A1 (en) 2009-07-23

Family

ID=40875558

Family Applications (1)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
US12/011,055 Abandoned US20090183948A1 (en) 2008-01-23 2008-01-23 Multi-positional sawhorse device

Country Status (1)

Country Link
US (1) US20090183948A1 (en)

Cited By (7)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
WO2012033541A2 (en) * 2010-09-10 2012-03-15 Panosian Michael H Collapsible saw horse and multi-work station using the same
US9512627B2 (en) 2010-05-10 2016-12-06 L. Michael Taron Collapsible saw horse
US9689168B1 (en) * 2016-07-28 2017-06-27 Ryan Shawn Corness Floor-transition setting systems
USD842015S1 (en) 2016-11-16 2019-03-05 Kreg Enterprises, Inc. Mobile and collapsible workbench
US10759040B2 (en) 2018-03-08 2020-09-01 Michael A. Switlicki Bar support for positioning a portion of a sheet material during sawing
USD925065S1 (en) 2018-06-22 2021-07-13 Kreg Enterprises, Inc. Track horse
US11084163B2 (en) 2016-11-16 2021-08-10 Kreg Enterprises, Inc. Mobile project center system

Citations (35)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US1658826A (en) * 1925-10-02 1928-02-14 Micro Machine Company Work-supporting fixture
USRE23097E (en) * 1949-04-12 Trestle leg assembly
US2766788A (en) * 1953-03-23 1956-10-16 Kahn Robert Hinge for pivotally securing legs to folding work benches
US4105055A (en) * 1976-09-01 1978-08-08 Robert Brenta Portable workshop
US4113056A (en) * 1977-01-28 1978-09-12 Delorenzo Mario M Foldable saw horse
US4341247A (en) * 1980-06-06 1982-07-27 Price T David Extension table assembly for power tools
US4497353A (en) * 1981-09-10 1985-02-05 Sproat Jr William B Multipurpose material working tool
US4785911A (en) * 1988-01-14 1988-11-22 Kayl Dennis J Sawhorse roller attachment
US4804064A (en) * 1987-08-13 1989-02-14 Variety International, Inc. Adjustable, collapsible sawhorse
US4877206A (en) * 1988-05-23 1989-10-31 Lamar Barrett Concrete delivery trolley
US5247976A (en) * 1992-08-20 1993-09-28 Matthews Marc R Adjustable support attachment for mounting to a base
US5299656A (en) * 1992-06-02 1994-04-05 Grill Thomas W Jaw horse assembly and method
US5303755A (en) * 1993-08-05 1994-04-19 Poling Douglas E Workbench system
US5320150A (en) * 1992-12-22 1994-06-14 Ryobi America Corp. Collapsible stand
US5337875A (en) * 1993-03-13 1994-08-16 Adolfo Lee Roller type material rack
US5435411A (en) * 1994-08-15 1995-07-25 Power Tools Specialists, Inc. Work support stand
US5441091A (en) * 1992-12-28 1995-08-15 Collins; Richard M. Roller support for saw workpiece
US5592981A (en) * 1995-11-03 1997-01-14 Tracrac, Inc. Portable work bench having sliding connections for releasably and adjustably attaching accessories thereto
USRE35627E (en) * 1992-06-23 1997-10-14 G. S., Inc. Portable support stand
US5836365A (en) * 1997-06-19 1998-11-17 Tracrac, Inc. Portable work bench having multiple accessories
US5865269A (en) * 1996-08-20 1999-02-02 Joe D. Hill Adjustable height and levelable work support
US5934626A (en) * 1997-12-16 1999-08-10 Sumner Manufacturing Company, Inc. Adjustable pipe roll and support mechanism
US6155318A (en) * 1997-03-04 2000-12-05 Underwood; William D. Adjustable portable saw support
US6155759A (en) * 1998-12-02 2000-12-05 Fishburn; Douglas C. Apparatus for milling the surface of a low slope substrate
US6179024B1 (en) * 1999-12-27 2001-01-30 Mai Yang Work piece adjustable support
US6305498B1 (en) * 2000-07-05 2001-10-23 Zag Industries Ltd. Sawhorse with attached tool carrier
US6712180B2 (en) * 2002-03-01 2004-03-30 Zag Industries Ltd. Height adjustable sawhorse
US6712182B1 (en) * 2002-01-10 2004-03-30 George M. Baker Portable collapsible scaffolding for angled surfaces
US6758449B1 (en) * 2003-01-18 2004-07-06 Nick Chen All-purpose roller stand
US20040250903A1 (en) * 2002-10-16 2004-12-16 Welsh Robert P. Portable work bench
US7140409B2 (en) * 2004-11-01 2006-11-28 Matthew Leberfinger Portable pipe cutting apparatus
US7210510B2 (en) * 2003-07-10 2007-05-01 Tracrac, Inc. Work bench
USD549749S1 (en) * 2005-11-10 2007-08-28 Htc Products, Inc. Portable tool stand
US7448608B2 (en) * 2005-03-08 2008-11-11 Wolfcraft Gmbh Foldable frame for oscillating saws
US7458403B2 (en) * 2002-01-30 2008-12-02 Wolfcraft Gmbh Tool stand with support frame

Patent Citations (35)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
USRE23097E (en) * 1949-04-12 Trestle leg assembly
US1658826A (en) * 1925-10-02 1928-02-14 Micro Machine Company Work-supporting fixture
US2766788A (en) * 1953-03-23 1956-10-16 Kahn Robert Hinge for pivotally securing legs to folding work benches
US4105055A (en) * 1976-09-01 1978-08-08 Robert Brenta Portable workshop
US4113056A (en) * 1977-01-28 1978-09-12 Delorenzo Mario M Foldable saw horse
US4341247A (en) * 1980-06-06 1982-07-27 Price T David Extension table assembly for power tools
US4497353A (en) * 1981-09-10 1985-02-05 Sproat Jr William B Multipurpose material working tool
US4804064A (en) * 1987-08-13 1989-02-14 Variety International, Inc. Adjustable, collapsible sawhorse
US4785911A (en) * 1988-01-14 1988-11-22 Kayl Dennis J Sawhorse roller attachment
US4877206A (en) * 1988-05-23 1989-10-31 Lamar Barrett Concrete delivery trolley
US5299656A (en) * 1992-06-02 1994-04-05 Grill Thomas W Jaw horse assembly and method
USRE35627E (en) * 1992-06-23 1997-10-14 G. S., Inc. Portable support stand
US5247976A (en) * 1992-08-20 1993-09-28 Matthews Marc R Adjustable support attachment for mounting to a base
US5320150A (en) * 1992-12-22 1994-06-14 Ryobi America Corp. Collapsible stand
US5441091A (en) * 1992-12-28 1995-08-15 Collins; Richard M. Roller support for saw workpiece
US5337875A (en) * 1993-03-13 1994-08-16 Adolfo Lee Roller type material rack
US5303755A (en) * 1993-08-05 1994-04-19 Poling Douglas E Workbench system
US5435411A (en) * 1994-08-15 1995-07-25 Power Tools Specialists, Inc. Work support stand
US5592981A (en) * 1995-11-03 1997-01-14 Tracrac, Inc. Portable work bench having sliding connections for releasably and adjustably attaching accessories thereto
US5865269A (en) * 1996-08-20 1999-02-02 Joe D. Hill Adjustable height and levelable work support
US6155318A (en) * 1997-03-04 2000-12-05 Underwood; William D. Adjustable portable saw support
US5836365A (en) * 1997-06-19 1998-11-17 Tracrac, Inc. Portable work bench having multiple accessories
US5934626A (en) * 1997-12-16 1999-08-10 Sumner Manufacturing Company, Inc. Adjustable pipe roll and support mechanism
US6155759A (en) * 1998-12-02 2000-12-05 Fishburn; Douglas C. Apparatus for milling the surface of a low slope substrate
US6179024B1 (en) * 1999-12-27 2001-01-30 Mai Yang Work piece adjustable support
US6305498B1 (en) * 2000-07-05 2001-10-23 Zag Industries Ltd. Sawhorse with attached tool carrier
US6712182B1 (en) * 2002-01-10 2004-03-30 George M. Baker Portable collapsible scaffolding for angled surfaces
US7458403B2 (en) * 2002-01-30 2008-12-02 Wolfcraft Gmbh Tool stand with support frame
US6712180B2 (en) * 2002-03-01 2004-03-30 Zag Industries Ltd. Height adjustable sawhorse
US20040250903A1 (en) * 2002-10-16 2004-12-16 Welsh Robert P. Portable work bench
US6758449B1 (en) * 2003-01-18 2004-07-06 Nick Chen All-purpose roller stand
US7210510B2 (en) * 2003-07-10 2007-05-01 Tracrac, Inc. Work bench
US7140409B2 (en) * 2004-11-01 2006-11-28 Matthew Leberfinger Portable pipe cutting apparatus
US7448608B2 (en) * 2005-03-08 2008-11-11 Wolfcraft Gmbh Foldable frame for oscillating saws
USD549749S1 (en) * 2005-11-10 2007-08-28 Htc Products, Inc. Portable tool stand

Cited By (8)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US9512627B2 (en) 2010-05-10 2016-12-06 L. Michael Taron Collapsible saw horse
WO2012033541A2 (en) * 2010-09-10 2012-03-15 Panosian Michael H Collapsible saw horse and multi-work station using the same
WO2012033541A3 (en) * 2010-09-10 2012-06-14 Panosian Michael H Collapsible saw horse and multi-work station using the same
US9689168B1 (en) * 2016-07-28 2017-06-27 Ryan Shawn Corness Floor-transition setting systems
USD842015S1 (en) 2016-11-16 2019-03-05 Kreg Enterprises, Inc. Mobile and collapsible workbench
US11084163B2 (en) 2016-11-16 2021-08-10 Kreg Enterprises, Inc. Mobile project center system
US10759040B2 (en) 2018-03-08 2020-09-01 Michael A. Switlicki Bar support for positioning a portion of a sheet material during sawing
USD925065S1 (en) 2018-06-22 2021-07-13 Kreg Enterprises, Inc. Track horse

Similar Documents

Publication Publication Date Title
US20090183948A1 (en) Multi-positional sawhorse device
US20060162627A1 (en) Table for portable miter saws
US7543614B2 (en) Collapsible infeed/outfeed table
US9682470B2 (en) Modular workbench and power tool support
USRE35627E (en) Portable support stand
US8418591B2 (en) Power table saw with extension table
US6578856B2 (en) Collapsible portable saw stand
US5004029A (en) Saw table apparatus
US6224127B1 (en) Modified tailgate
EP0908277A2 (en) Table top convertible into a workbench
US20110227271A1 (en) Height-adjustable out-feed table for table saw
US4864941A (en) Folding workbench with side platform
US5247976A (en) Adjustable support attachment for mounting to a base
GB2397758A (en) Portable expandable table with folding telescopic legs
US6601675B2 (en) Locking foldable sawhorse
US9296406B2 (en) Material panel dolly and workstation
US20090218166A1 (en) Scaffold auxiliary shelf
US20030024604A1 (en) Portable work bench with an extension assembly having a workpiece support assembly and work stop assembly thereon
US20090151816A1 (en) Adjustable Work Benches for Power Tools
US20050051940A1 (en) Work stand
US20180228282A1 (en) Material support and storage rack
GB2198070A (en) A workbench for an inclined surface
US5921347A (en) Folding saw horse system
NZ531574A (en) table with platforms projecting from at least three sides, each being adjustable longitudinally and vertically
US11027413B2 (en) Collapsible infeed/outfeed apparatus with shelf

Legal Events

Date Code Title Description
STCB Information on status: application discontinuation

Free format text: ABANDONED -- FAILURE TO RESPOND TO AN OFFICE ACTION