Patents Assigned to Northern States Metals Company
  • HINGED CLIP TO ELIMINATE RAIL
    Publication number: 20120031039
    Abstract: A panel array support assembly has a lower support joist to which are directly connected panel holding devices or clips. The panel clips are configured so that the length of each clip extends along the length of the lower support joist. The panel clips are preferable configured to have a sliding top arm, which holds the upper edge of the panel, and slides back so that they panel can be placed on a lower holding arm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 28, 2011
    Publication date: February 9, 2012
    Applicant: Northern States Metals Company
    Inventors: Paul R. Cusson, Michael G. Greenamyer, Joseph A. Nobile
  • SUPPORT SYSTEM FOR SOLAR PANELS
    Publication number: 20110220596
    Abstract: A panel support and wiring system is used as part of a bi-directional solar panel support matrix having lower support joists and upper panel rails. Both the panel clip and wiring arrangements are configured to facilitate rapid deployment and installation of the entire solar panel system, including supports and interfaces with the underlying substrate. A standardized wiring system is one of the factors facilitating rapid installation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 25, 2011
    Publication date: September 15, 2011
    Applicant: Northern States Metals Company
    Inventors: Paul R. Cusson, Thomas P. Kilar, JR., Robert J. Voytilla, Charles Blackman, Michael G. Greenamyer