Robert E Kirkland

US Patent:

D458711, Jun 11, 2002

Filed:

Apr 3, 2000

Appl. No.:

29/121081

Inventors:

Robert Edward Kirkland - Orlando FL

Assignee:

Best Rescue Systems, Inc. of Orlando, FL - Orlando FL

International Classification:

3004

US Classification:

D29100

US Patent:

6401863, Jun 11, 2002

Filed:

Nov 28, 2000

Appl. No.:

09/751269

Inventors:

Robert Edward Kirkland - Orlando FL

Assignee:

Best Rescue Systems, Inc. - Orlando FL

International Classification:

E04G 118

US Classification:

182142, 182 71, 182231, 182236

Abstract:

A new multi-purpose portable davit anchoring system is provided, having a sectional vertical support mast which comes apart for compact stowage and is easily reassembled. The support mast incorporates a screw jack assembly which adjusts the height of the mast and biases the support mast between two opposing surfaces, such as a floor and ceiling. The biasing action enables it to be firmly yet removably attached to a building wherein the exterior walls are not load-bearing but merely sheathing, and to provide support for a damaged ceiling that might otherwise collapse. A boom member is removably fastened to the support mast, for deploying a lifting and lowering cable away from the side of the building. A mounting plate is provided for a winch assembly that can wind up the cable or release it at a controlled rate of speed. Low profile upper and lower brackets for receiving the ends of the support mast are optionally permanently mounted at several locations on each floor of the building with minimal effect on the appearance of the building.