US 6,435,463 B1 · System and method for suspending a tree

Abstract

A system of suspending a tree includes a hook secured to an overhead support such as a ceiling joist or beam or structure dedicated to this purpose. A swivel is then secured to the hook. A tree grip is secured to the swivel and then to the main leader of the Christmas tree. The tree will then hang plumb due to the force of gravity. Optionally, a pulley may be employed to assist in the raising of the tree. The pulley is secured to the hook by a loop. The tree grip is secured to the top of the tree. A cable is securely attached to the trunk of the tree below the apex of the tree. The cable is threaded through the sheave of the pulley and may be pulled to raise the tree until the tree grip can be attached to the hook. The free end of the cable may then be attached to the trunk of the tree to provide additional security of attachment.

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Dependent claims

A tree suspension system for suspending a Christmas tree from an overhead support, wherein said tree has an upper end, the system comprising:

a hook that is capable of engaging said overhead support;
a swivel attachable to said hook, wherein the swivel has a top loop and a bottom loop that are capable of unlimited rotation with respect to each other;
and
a wire mesh tree grip attachable to said swivel and attachable to said upper end of said tree such that said tree grip is rotatable with respect to said hook for rotatably suspending the tree from the hook.

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Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.

System and method for suspending a tree

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System and method for suspending a tree

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Abstract

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