Multipurpose reusable support device

Abstract

A multipurpose reusable support device is provided. The device includes a horizontal support member and a vertical support member connected at an intersecting pivot point to establish a support angle. The horizontal support member and the vertical support member are connected via an adjustable support member such that the device forms a shape substantially similar to a triangle. The adjustable support member may further include an adjustable ratchet configured to adjust the length of the adjustable support member which in turn adjusts the support angle to fit the needs of a user.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A multipurpose reusable support device, comprising:
 a horizontal support member having
 a first end; and 
 a second end 
   a vertical support member having
 a first end; and 
 a second end; 
 wherein the first end of the vertical support member connects to the first end of the horizontal support member at an intersecting pivot point to establish a support angle; 
   an adjustable support member having
 a predetermined length; 
 a first end; and 
 a second end; 
 wherein the first end of the adjustable support member connects to the second end of the horizontal support member at a horizontal pivot point and the second end of the adjustable support member connects to the second end of the vertical support member at a vertical pivot point; and 
   wherein the support angle can be set for a desired application by changing the predetermined length of the adjustable support member.   
     
     
         2 . The multipurpose reusable support device of  claim 1 , wherein the adjustable support member further includes an adjustable ratchet configured to adjust the predetermined length of the adjustable support member. 
     
     
         3 . A method for supporting formwork, the method comprising:
 providing the multipurpose reusable support device of  claim 1 ;   establishing the support angle by setting the predetermined length of the adjustable support member for a desired application; and   applying the multipurpose reusable support device to a formwork structure.   
     
     
         4 . The method for supporting formwork of  claim 3 , wherein the step of establishing the support angle by setting the predetermined length of the adjustable support member is done via an adjustable ratchet.