OPENTECHNICAL PUBLICATION OT-2026-000003091 Tool for lifting and carrying elongated objects Published: 2026-09-15T19:26:44.821211Z Permanent URL: https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000003091 Categories: Material Handling > Conveying Systems ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ABSTRACT A hand-held pipe tool comprises a curvilinear rod having a series of curved segments and straight segments that form a cradle capable of grasping an elongated object such as a pipe or a hose. The curvilinear rod has a handle on one end that preferably comprises a foam rubber or other resilient material to facilitate grasping the tool under slippery or wet conditions. 1. Drawings [0001] Sheet 1. [0002] Sheet 2. [0003] Sheet 3. [0004] Sheet 4. [0005] Sheet 5. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ OpenTechnical publication OT-2026-000003091 Published 2026-09-15T19:26:44.821211Z https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000003091