Tools and parts caddy for man-lifts

Abstract

The present invention is a Tools and Parts Caddy, which holds tools and parts/fasteners, etc. within easy reach while removably affixed on a scissor lift or other type of man-lift. The core component of the invention is an injection-molded plastic tray, which, generally speaking, is configured as follows: a flat area with slots and holes for holding various hand tools, a bin for fasteners and parts which can be removably attached to the rails of the man-lift. Several accessories are envisioned to accommodate larger tools and parts secured to the lower rails and a trash container which rests on the floor of the work platform. The invention can be used by all building and maintenance trades to augment or replace tool belts and pouches. Furthermore, it should be noted that using this device increases efficiencies and reduces strain and exertion required performing tasks.

Claims

1. A tools and parts caddy for use in conjunction with man-lifts including an occupant, comprising: a shaped device adapted to be removably attached to said man-lift, said device including at least one hole and at least one receptacle for removably receiving tools and parts, said device being shaped to attach to man-lift such that it facilitates removal of said tools and parts by said occupant.

2. The caddy of claim 1, being formed by an injection molding process.

3. The caddy of claim 1, being L-shaped with a longer section and a shorter section.

4. The caddy of claim 1, having an underside which fits removably onto the man-lift.

5. The caddy of claim 3, wherein the outer portion of the L is right-angled.

6. The caddy of claim 3, wherein the outer portion of the L is rounded.

7. The caddy of claim 1, including a magnetic surface for removably attaching ferrous parts and tools.

8. The caddy of claim 1, including an area for receiving larger tools and parts.

9. The caddy of claim 1, including a trash/debris container.

10. The caddy of claim 1, including a cup holder.

11. The caddy of claim 1, which is attached to said man-lift by hook-and-loop straps.

12. The caddy of claim 3, further including a bench vise.

13. The caddy of claim 3, further including a tape ruler clip.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0009] FIG. 1. Isometric Top View showing the tools and parts caddy of the present invention removably affixed to a typical man-lift.

[0010] FIG. 2. Isometric Bottom View of the tools and parts caddy without the man-lift.

[0011] FIG. 3. Isometric Close-up Left-handed Top View showing the tools and parts caddy of the present invention removably affixed to a typical man-lift.

[0012] FIG. 4. Isometric Left-handed Close-up Bottom View showing the tools and parts caddy of the present invention.

[0013] FIG. 5. Isometric Right-handed Close-up Bottom View showing the tools and parts caddy of the present invention removably affixed to a typical man-lift.

[0014] FIG. 6. Isometric perspective Bottom View showing the tools and parts caddy of the present invention.

[0015] FIG. 7. Isometric Close-up Right-handed Top View showing the tools and parts caddy of the present invention including a ferrous metal plate removably affixed to a typical man-lift.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0016] The present invention is directed to Tools and Parts Caddy for Man-lifts.

[0017] FIG. 1 shows the device (1) mounted onto a typical man-lift (2). The device is designed to fit onto the rails (3) of the man-lift (2) by means of channels (4) and (5) formed into the device (1), and is secured in place onto the rails (3) by one of several possible means. The presently described embodiment is shown using hook-and-loop straps (6) which loop through holes (7) formed in the device (1) and wrap around the rails (3). A carrying handle (8) may also be provided in the form of a though hole (8) at or near the center of mass of the device (1) to facilitate easy transport.

[0018] The device may include sections which are means to hold various parts and/or tools. Among these may be a flat area (9) which are in the form of holes for holding various types of hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers and the like. Another section may include a large recessed tray (10) for holding larger items such as power tools, fastener boxes and the like. Another section may include a cup holder (11) that is formed into the device (1). A further may include a ferrous metal plate (12) to be used to hold magnetic tools or parts. In its most preferred version, the device is made up of the following components: [0019] (1) Top Tool and Parts Caddy [0020] (2) Mid-height Tray for Bigger Tools and Parts [0021] (3) Trash/Debris Containment Unit

[0022] Different features, variations and multiple different embodiments have been shown and described with various details. What has been described in this application at times in terms of specific embodiments is done for illustrative purposes only and without the intent to limit or suggest that what has been conceived is only one particular embodiment or specific embodiments. It is to be understood that this disclosure is not limited to any single specific