Dual track ladder with brake mechanism that is automatically applied to the upper tracks to hold the ladder in place during use

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8622171
APP PUB NO 20100252362A1
SERIAL NO

12814961

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A ladder system includes an overhead track system, a ladder, a latch and a carriage. The overhead track system includes a first guide track and a second guide track. The carriage is operatively configured to move longitudinally along the first and second guide tracks and to move laterally between the first and second guide tracks. The ladder is pivotally mounted to the overhead track system. A lateral carriage brake is provided which prevents lateral movement of the ladder, and a longitudinal carriage brake is provided to prevent longitudinal movement of the ladder. The latch is operatively configured to affix the ladder to the carriage.

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MATERIAL CONTROL INC130 SELTZER RD CROSWELL MI 48422

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Kerr, James F Croswell, US 16 156

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