Patent ID: 6094859
Filing Date: 2000-08-01
Classification: A47G

Abstract:
A tree stand for receiving and supporting a tree, said stand comprising a receptacle for receiving the trunk of said tree and a base for supporting said receptacle when said tree is received therein,said receptacle including a clamping assembly for securing said trunk in said receptacle,said base including(a) a top portion for releasably receiving said receptacle,(b) a bottom portion for supporting said top portion,(c) a locking assembly movable between a locking position in which said top portion is prevented from moving with respect to said bottom portion and a disengaged position in which said top portion is permitted to move freely with respect to said bottom portion for moving said tree to a desired vertical position, and(d) a foot pedal for moving said locking assembly from said locking position to said disengaged position when said foot pedal is depressed.