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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Nov. 26, 2002
Filed:
Mar. 15, 2001
William E. Barry, Brookfield, WI (US);
Todd K. Knapp, Waukesha, WI (US);
Speed Systems, Inc., Brookfield, WI (US);
Abstract
A step assembly is provided that can be easily slipped into a utility pole opening and locked in place, and then easily removed after use. The step assembly includes 1) a step member having first and second legs, which are connected at one end and open at the opposite end and 2) a lever member that is rotatably attached to the step member and that urges the first and second legs apart. The free end of the legs include tabs protruding upwardly. The step assembly is inserted into the utility pole opening by pressing the legs toward each other. The step assembly is then inserted into the opening. The legs are released such that the legs spread apart and press against the opening's sides. The lever member is then rotated, forcing the enlarged portion between the legs of the step assembly to lock the step assembly in place.