Abstract: An anchoring system for anchoring a post to a concrete body, such as a post for a basketball goal, includes a template for alignment of anchor bolts, which can be J-bolts. The template includes a plate with openings corresponding to openings on a mounting flange of the post, each plate opening including an alignment feature for orienting an anchor bolt perpendicular to the bottom of the plate. A nut engages the anchor bolts beneath the mounting flange of the post. The vertical shank of the anchor bolts is coated with a pre-cured elastomeric composition that has dampening properties, with the thickness of the coating being 5-75% the diameter of the anchor bolt.

Abstract: A support foot for securing a frame member on a supporting surface, comprising a base portion having a base surface for resting on said supporting surface; a central portion connected to the base portion, and a core having opposed first and second ends and a longitudinal axis extending between the first and second ends and configured to receive a frame member. The core comprises at least one resiliently deformable member extending from a root at the first end to a free distal end in a direction substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis and spaced from an inner surface of the central portion, whereby to form a gap into which the at least one resiliently deformable member can deform. The at least one resiliently deformable member is configured to deflect into the gap and away from an associated opposed surface.

Abstract: A wood post bracket used for securing a wood post to a rim joist and a reinforcing block directly linking to a substructure of a deck's wood framing system includes a planar base having a first end and a second end, a first flange extending from the first end of the planar base in a perpendicular orientation relative to the planar base, a second flange extending from the second end of the planar base in a perpendicular orientation relative to the planar base, and a hollow sleeve extending from the planar base in a perpendicular orientation relative to the planar base, wherein the hollow sleeve is positioned between the first end of the planar base and the second end of the planar base. The bracket comprises a direct link tying the top of the post to the deck sub structure, allowing for quick, easy, and secure, code-compliant post installation.

Abstract: A system for detecting the formation of a crack in a metal joint includes an electrochemical electrical current detection device. Carrier material surrounds the metal joint, at least partially, with conductive media having electrolyte therein. An auxiliary electrode is in electrical contact with the carrier material. The placement of the auxiliary electrode in electrical contact with carrier material forms a passive layer on the metal joint. The formation of a crack in the metal joint ruptures the passive layer to generate a current for detection by the electrochemical electrical current detection device.

Abstract: A solar array support structure includes a mounting structure extending a length and configured to receive a solar array, an externally threaded pile extension extending from the mounting structure toward a ground; and a vertical pile extending into the ground, the vertical pile including: a pile body extending between a first end and a second end and including a main body extending from the first end, the pile body further including a conical portion extending from the main body to the second end, and a first helical structure extending around at least one of a portion of the main body and a portion of the conical portion. The first end of the vertical pile is internally threaded and has received the externally threaded pile extension. A vertical pile for a solar array support structure and method of manufacturing the same is further disclosed.

Abstract: A riser support assembly includes a riser support pipe comprising a sidewall defining a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and an intermediate portion extending therebetween, the intermediate portion configured to extend through an elevated support structure; and a mount extending from the sidewall, the mount configured to engage a mounting surface of the elevated support structure to support the riser support assembly on the mounting surface.

Abstract: Apparatuses and methods for setting posts of columns in to the ground are provided. Expandable metals in response to hydrolysis that tend to fill in spaces and cavities, even over time, which is a useful feature when setting columns into the ground. A hydrolyzing fluid can be supplied, as necessary, to cause the hydrolysis of the expanding metal, or supplied by ground water. Upon hydrolysis, the expanding metal expands around the column to adhere and grip the column securely, while the metal may also expand outwardly to increase cross-sectional bulk lending to a more overall stabilization of a set column. The expandable metal may be provided as a solid sleeve drivable into the ground with a post, as an auger that can be used to turn a column into the ground or, as a rod that can be driven through the interior of a column into the ground.

Abstract: A mounting device for a deck post in the shape of a square tubular member made from four flat polygonal planar side elements and one or more an attachment members extending from the top of the tubular member and which form grooves that are sized and spaced to receive structural joists, and at least one retaining tab extending perpendicular from the bottom edge of the tubular members to retain a post member inserted into the tubular member.

Abstract: A reinforced post comprises a baseplate and a reinforcement member having at least one channel, with each channel for receiving a bolt. The baseplate has a hole for each channel. For each hole a bolt is engaged with the channel through the hole to secure the reinforcement member to the baseplate. A hollow post is positioned over the reinforcement member.

Abstract: A system for detecting the formation of a crack in a metal joint includes an electrochemical electrical current detection device. Carrier material surrounds the metal joint, at least partially, with conductive media having electrolyte therein. An auxiliary electrode is in electrical contact with the carrier material. The placement of the auxiliary electrode in electrical contact with carrier material forms a passive layer on the metal joint. The formation of a crack in the metal joint ruptures the passive layer to generate a current for detection by the electrochemical electrical current detection device.

Abstract: A subterranean housing and post system for connection to a traffic guardrail is disclosed. The housing comprises an interior space and a soil plate extending outward from the housing. The interior of the housing comprises a lower post guide, a lower post stop, and an upper post stop. A lower post has a U-channel shape with outwardly extending flanges. The lower post is insertable into the lower end of the housing, between the lower post guide and the housing body, with insertion limited by engagement with the lower post stop. An upper post has a U-channel shape with outwardly extending flanges. The upper post is insertable into the upper end of the housing, between the lower post and the housing body. Insertion of the upper post is limited by engagement with the upper post stop. The upper post is connectable to a guardrail.

Abstract: An outdoor shelter and a rail system for the outdoor shelter are described herein. The outdoor shelter may include at least one pair of support post members, each pair of support post members including a first support post member being spaced apart from a second support post member; a first guide rail member coupled to the first support post member; a second guide rail member coupled to the second support post member; and a shade support pole member slidably coupled to the first and second guide rail members, the shade support pole member being coupled to an end portion of a shade member of the outdoor shelter, and the shade support pole member configured to be slidably displaced along the lengths of the first and second guide rail members so as to allow an amount by which the shade member overhangs a side of the outdoor shelter to be user-adjusted.

Abstract: An anchor system for anchoring a bollard. Some of the various embodiments of the present disclosure include a base and a rod. The rod is inserted into the ground to secure the rod to the ground. The base is connected to the rod to secure the base to the ground. The bollard is connected to the base to secure the bollard to the ground. Some other embodiments include the base, the rod, and/or a helical member, a nut, a washer, one or more prongs, and one or more set screws.

Abstract: Example aspects of riser support assembly and a riser system are disclosed. The riser support assembly can comprise a riser support pipe comprising a cylindrical sidewall defining a first end, an opposing second end, and an intermediate portion extending therebetween; and a mount defining an arm and a pedestal, the arm extending from the intermediate portion of the cylindrical sidewall, the pedestal extending from the arm distal to the riser support pipe, the pedestal configured to engage a mounting surface.

Abstract: A base or similar structure utilized in playing a sport is provided including a top base structure including a number of bores formed therein and an insert including an upper surface having a number of studs thereon engageable with the bores, and a lower surface including a number of posts thereon. The posts extend outwardly from the insert to securely engage the ground against horizontal or lateral forces exerted on the base.

Abstract: A pole base for supporting light poles and the like is provided. In some embodiments, a compression connection is provided to secure a pole in a fixed, stable, and upright position. Pole bases of the present disclosure comprise a recessed pole insertion well and a central pole registration hub, electrical conduit raceways, temporary pole positioning and stabilizing hardware, and pole stabilizing material.

Abstract: A base for a subterranean fence post which includes a body with a ground-engaging surface and a mechanism for mounting a lower end of the fence post to the body wherein a footprint of the surface is sufficient to provide lateral support to maintain the post in an upright orientation and a mass of the body is sufficient to stabilize the upright post.

Abstract: Improved decorative shoes for balusters that cover and conceal the attachment points of the balusters to the tread, floor, or rail surfaces and secure themselves in place without the need for mechanical fasteners or adhesives. The baluster shafts can be retained within central holes in the shoes by the use of compressive elastic means such as flexible sheets, rods, strips, O-rings or the like to produce an interference fit when the shaft is inserted in the holes. The shoes can be produced in both flat and angled versions.

Abstract: A connector is constructed so as to be embedded in a cementitious member and connect a post or other supported member to the cementitious member, such that the connection formed can resist rotational and bending moment forces transmitted to the connector by the post that it supports.

Abstract: A culvert marker has a pole connected to the wire rope; a wire rope; and a base. A marker has a structural base; a wire rope extending out of the structural base; and a mast supported by the wire rope. A marker has a structural base; and a wire rope extending out of the structural base, with a central axis defined by the wire rope projecting through an area defined between plural ground-or-support-surface contacting points that are defined by the structural base and are spaced angularly about the central axis. Related methods and combinations are also discussed.

Abstract: A modular safety fence assembly is disclosed. The safety fence may include a fence panel assembly having a top rail, a bottom rail, and mesh panel. The safety fence panel assembly may also support post assembly capable of supporting the fence panel assembly and an anchor assembly which may anchor the support post assembly to the floor using one or more relatively shallow holes formed in the floor.

Abstract: A volumetric enclosure or enclosures and/or a cellular structure pole foundation is provided. The volumetric enclosure/s or cellular structure pole foundation may employ several embodiments: (1) a single or a plurality of volumetric enclosures at the vertical center of the foundation below the foundation's pole cavity; (2) a single or a plurality of volumetric enclosures at the vertical center of the foundation below the foundation's pole cavity and a cellular structure within the foundation walls and base; (3) a cellular structure throughout the entire body of the foundation; (4) a cellular structure within the foundation walls; (5) the above embodiments with fill material consisting of gas or fluid or solids retained inside the foundation walls; and (6) the above embodiments with solid fill material that can reach the foundation core through the pole cavity.

Abstract: A tilt tower and pipe auger anchor assembly comprising a tilt tower having a mast and a swing tube and a coax cable engaging both the mast and the swing tube, the mast has a near end, the near end has a mast flange plate with fastener holes therethrough. A pipe auger anchor has walls defining a generally hollow elongated body having a near end and a removed end, the near end including a pipe auger anchor flange plate mateable with the mast flange plate. The pipe auger anchor flange plate has fastener openings therein and fixedly attached to the near end perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the hollow elongated body and an auger at the removed end. The auger provides a penetration force when the body is rotated and the auger is engaged with the ground.

Abstract: A handrail includes a support assembly for attachment to a concrete slab having an upper surface with attachment formations anchored at the upper surface. The assembly includes a handrail support component and a connector component. The connector component is attachable to the support component and an attachment formation. The support and connector components can be tightened to each other to tighten the connector component to the attachment formation for tightening the support component onto the slab. The invention extends to a handrail system including the slab, and to a method of installing handrail components on the slab.

Abstract: A fence component buried in the earth having a generally planar base portion, having a generally flat bottom surface and a generally ridged upper surface. The fence component includes a generally vertical support secured to the base, the support located substantially off-center of the base portion.

Abstract: Disclosed embodiments provide an outdoor umbrella mount comprising a hollow tubular portion. Multiple access mounting holes are disposed within the tubular portion. A base screw is configured and disposed to traverse a mounting hole and an opposite mounting hole to serve as the base for an umbrella, allowing an umbrella to be securely mounted without the need for a large base on the floor/ground surface, thereby creating more legroom area for users.

Abstract: A support device adapted to support the base of a post or pile above the base of a foot hole excavated in preparation for pouring concrete having a lower tier adapted to contact the base of the foot hole and provide a support surface and an upper tier adapted to provide a post or pile supporting platform. The lower tier and the upper tier are separated by one or more support walls that define a region beneath the base of the post or pile to be filled with concrete.

Abstract: A wind power installation foundation having a cylindrical central unit, a plurality of steel carriers which are arranged radially around the central unit and which respectively have a first and a second end, and a plurality of foundation piles. The first ends of the steel carriers are fixed to the central unit so that the second ends of the steel carriers are in the form of free ends. The second free ends of the steel carriers are respectively placed on one of the foundation piles.

Abstract: A post, column or pile support apparatus for fixing a post end to a substrate which includes support member between upper and lower plate members. The support member is connected between the upper and lower plate members and includes a central post member and at least two wall plate member. The upper plate member provides an upper outer planar surface to support at least an end of a post. A wall member is provided which is connected to the upper plate member opposite to the support member to provide an upwardly oriented perimeter wall forming at least one recess therein for the sliding receipt of an end of a post, column or pile. The lower plate member is shaped to be supported by and connected to the substrate. The wall plate members have at least one aperture being adapted to allow reinforcing there through and around.

Abstract: An attachment point apparatus and system for photovoltaic arrays is disclosed. One embodiment provides a rail system for receiving a PV module, including a first rail, a second rail, a substantially rectilinear double male connector adapted for coupling an end of the first rail to an end of the second rail, and a connector adapted to attach a PV module to the first rail. Another embodiment provides a PV module including a PV laminate, a frame integral with and supporting the PV laminate, and a spanner bar adapted to solely span a width of the PV module, orthogonally connect at various locations along the frame, and attach to a support structure. A further embodiment provides a coupling device for a PV module comprising a first coupling portion adapted to rotatably engage a PV module, and a second coupling portion adapted to rotatably engage a rail.

Abstract: A post support system is provided that is useful for construction projects where supports are placed in the ground and the supports and their placement in the ground can be inspected at any time during construction. This allows for construction to continue on the project without being held up for inspection purposes. Provided is a post support system comprising: a post support with a base; at least two walls opposing one another on one side of the base; a plate with apertures on an opposing side of the base; and at least three legs, each with a first end disposed in communication with one of the apertures of the plate; and a support mount with a lip; wherein each leg has a second end disposed in communication with the lip of the support mount.

Abstract: A lateral reinforcement system for a concrete structure having axially disposed structural bars. The lateral reinforcement system comprises a plurality of reinforcement ties disposed at an inclination to the axially disposed structural bars. A pair of reinforcement ties of the plurality of reinforcement ties is disposed at mirror inclinations to each other. In the pair of reinforcement ties, the reinforcement ties cross each other at diametrically opposite corners of the reinforcement ties at diametrically opposite axially disposed structural bars, such that, a first reinforcement tie of the pair of reinforcement ties crosses from inside of a second reinforcement tie of the pair of reinforcement ties at one structural bar, and the second reinforcement tie crosses from inside of the first reinforcement tie at the diametrically opposite structural bar. The plurality of reinforcement ties forms a three-dimensional interwoven network around the axially disposed structural bars.

Abstract: Improvements in and relating to installing posts Disclosed is an apparatus for securing and aligning an attached post in a pile, the apparatus comprising: a top plate for attaching to an upper surface of the pile, the top plate having an aperture through which passes the post; a plurality of adjusters, each connected to a first end of a linkage rod, which is connected at its opposite end to an associated pile engaging member, such that operation of each adjuster causes the associated pile engaging member to engage with an interior wall of the pile.

Abstract: A portable safety rail system includes one or more railings inserted into one or more stackable rail bases. Each rail base can include a plurality of apertures for receiving end rail posts of railings through a raised hub defining an open region between the bottom of the hub and the surface on which the rail base rests. Each end rail post can have a stop flange that engages an upper surface of the hub when inserted therein and an aperture through the end portion that extends into the open region beneath the hub for receiving a pin to lock the post while allowing rotation of the post. The system can also include toe boards that are attached to railings with a mount having an aperture through which railings are extended, allowing the toe boards to also be rotated to be aligned with railings.

Abstract: A column base fitting 42 includes a bottom plate 42c having an approximately square plate shape and a support base 42f inside from the peripheral part of an upper surface 42d of the bottom plate 42c. A first bolt insertion holes 42a is formed in each four corner portions of the bottom plate 42c and a second bolt insertion hole 42b is formed at two positions closer to the center part than the first bolt insertion hole 42a, in the length direction of each four sides of the bottom plate 42c. A corner built-up portion 42r is formed at both ends in the length direction of the side surface 42h of the support base 42f, having a shape protruding outward in the perpendicular direction from the side surface 42h and filling the corner portion between the side surface 42h and an upper surface of the bottom plate 42c.

Abstract: An apparatus and method is provided for inhibiting theft of electrical wiring through the access opening of the frangible base of a highway utility pole, such as a light pole. Prior to securing the pole to the frangible base, a hollow body having an upper flange is inserted into the base so the flange is positioned on the upper surface of the frangible base. The electrical power supply cable is run up through the center of the hollow body and clamped to the hollow body and/or to a theft protection device used for a utility pole with a standard base. The electrical connection cable from the pole's electrical fixture is then attached to the power supply cable, and the pole and the hollow body are secured to the base by fastening means.

Abstract: The invention concerns a pylon base section for arrangement and fixing on a foundation and for the erection of a pylon of a wind power installation thereon including an outer lower annular flange for placement on the foundation and for fixing to the foundation, an inner upper annular flange for placement and fixing of a pylon segment with a corresponding lower pylon flange thereon, an inner lower support flange for placement on the foundation, and inner support elements, in particular support struts, for supporting the upper annular flange relative to the lower support flange.

Abstract: The support comprises a frame (1) with the general shape of a U with two uprights (11,12) and a crossmember (13), plus a printed sheet (2) secured to the frame; the frame comprises a solid core (14) and a tubular sleeve (15) covering the core, which comprises at least a natural or synthetic rubber. The support is prevented from being bent over by the wind or in the event of high temperatures, or from being deformed; damage is also avoided in the event of an impact against the support. The production method comprises providing a perforated fabric or mesh (2), roller-printing thereof, curing thereof in an oven at a temperature of at least 100° C. to obtain a highly flexible, high strength material, and printing or painting the required advertising motifs thereon.

Abstract: A solar lighting apparatus and system, which is constructed into a street lamp, entrance lamp, garden lamp, nightlight, etc., includes a light emitting unit for providing illumination and a lighting apparatus body; a solar energy arrangement including a solar panel unit for light absorption and power supply; and a mounting plate; at least one ground supporting unit coupling with the mounting plate for securing the mounting plate onto a ground surface; and a light apparatus connecting unit provided through the mounting plate for firmly positioning the lighting apparatus, and a LED light control arrangement effectively controlling a power consumption in such a manner that the light emitting unit is arranged to being charged and discharged in a controlled manner and is protected against short circuit and overcharging, thereby maximizing power utilization, increasing lifespan and performance of the solar lighting apparatus.

Abstract: A support device for a hollow traffic marker utilizing a base having a foot positioned at the ground surface. A boss extends from the base and includes a cavity. A first spacer is held within the boss cavity by a fastener. A flexible sleeve positioned over the outer surface of the boss a hollow traffic marker connected to a second spacer by a fastener lies within the flexible sleeve. A gap within the flexible sleeve separates the first and second spacers.

Abstract: A column base fitting 42 includes a bottom plate 42c having an approximately square plate shape and a support base 42f inside from the peripheral part of an upper surface 42d of the bottom plate 42c. A first bolt insertion holes 42a is formed in each four corner portions of the bottom plate 42c and a second bolt insertion hole 42b is formed at two positions closer to the center part than the first bolt insertion hole 42a, in the length direction of each four sides of the bottom plate 42c. A corner built-up portion 42r is formed at both ends in the length direction of the side surface 42h of the support base 42f, having a shape protruding outward in the perpendicular direction from the side surface 42h and filling the corner portion between the side surface 42h and an upper surface of the bottom plate 42c.

Abstract: It comprises at least one substantially elongated pin associated with a wind turbine tower and at least one corresponding substantially elongated pile to be inserted into a surface and adapted for receiving at least one portion of the pin. A chamber is defined between the pin and the pile for receiving grout. At least one of the pin and the pile is provided with connecting plates extending inside the grouting chamber and provided with holes through which the grout passes. The connecting plates may extend radially inside the grouting chamber, aligned or not to each other or with the center of the pin or the pile.

Abstract: A post to foundation connection made with a connector that can be installed as a retrofit after the post is already in place, with fastener attachments that are made to either side of the post rather than under it. The connector can be slid into place below the post, between it and the foundation, after which it can be attached to the foundation and the post.

Abstract: A break away connector system is provided for coupling together structural elements, such as a firewall and a floor or ceiling. The break away connector system comprises a support member and a fusible member. The support member is connectable to a firewall for securing a floor or ceiling to the firewall. The break away connector system further comprises at least one securing member for connecting the floor or ceiling to the support member. The fusible member has a lower melting point than the support member. The support member is configured such that when the fusible member is weakened by heat, the floor or ceiling is slidably releasable from the support member. In a further embodiment, a method is provided for constructing a firewall connection system.

Abstract: A prefabricated concrete pole base and adjustable method of connection and use to receive, support, and stabilize light poles and the like having different hole mounting patterns, securing the pole to the base and facilitating rapid installation of poles while eliminating the need for on-site concrete forms and lengthy concrete cure times.

Abstract: The invention relates to an adapter for fastening a support profile, comprising a profile receptacle having a supporting section, and a fastening side which at least in some areas is spaced from the supporting section, wherein a cable maneuvering compartment is formed between the supporting section and the fastening side and is spatially connected to a feedthrough of the supporting section and at least one cable feedthrough. Using said design, cables coming from a wide variety of directions can be fed to the adapter in a simple and organized manner.

Abstract: A sleeve for protecting from deterioration and anchoring an embedded end of a post in the ground. The sleeve, molded from unperforated, resilient material, conforms to the exterior post dimensions and extends for at least the desired embedment distance. One or more inwardly projecting notches are cut into the post. The sleeve includes one or more reversible snap domes molded into the sleeve at locations coinciding with the post notches. The snap domes flex to an outwardly concave position as the post is being inserted into the sleeve and then snap to an inwardly concave position once the post is fully installed and the snap domes align with the notches. The inward concavity of the snap domes extends into and engages the post notches to prevent the sleeve from being removed from the post. When embedded into the ground, backfill material prevents the snap dome from being deflected into the outward concavity position, thus anchoring both post and sleeve in the ground.

Abstract: A bracket system for connecting a structural member to an upright member includes a bracket having an attachment portion configured to be operatively attached to a vertical or side surface of the structural member and a cup portion integral with the attachment portion. The cup portion includes a base portion and an interior perimeter surface configured to receive the upright member in an installed position such that the exterior perimeter surface of the upright member is proximate to the interior perimeter surface of the cup portion and the upright member is supported in an orientation which is substantially perpendicular and parallel to the structural member. The bracket may include an adjustable member received through a bracket opening and adjustable to retain the upright member in or allow removal of the upright member from the bracket. The upright member may include a reinforcing face plate interfacing with the adjustable member.

Abstract: A tilt tower and pipe auger anchor assembly comprising a tilt tower having a mast and a swing tube and a coax cable engaging both the mast and the swing tube, the mast has a near end, the near end has a mast flange plate with fastener holes therethrough. A pipe auger anchor has walls defining a generally hollow elongated body having a near end and a removed end, the near end including a pipe auger anchor flange plate mateable with the mast flange plate. The pipe auger anchor flange plate has fastener openings therein and fixedly attached to the near end perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the hollow elongated body and an auger at the removed end. The auger provides a penetration force when the body is rotated and the auger is engaged with the ground.

Abstract: An apparatus for lifting and supporting a foundation is provided. The apparatus includes a pivoting bracket that is rotatably coupled to a slab bracket plate having a sleeve. The sleeve is adapted to slide onto a support structure driven into strata within a hole formed in a foundation in an area needing support. The pivoting bracket is pivoted into an insertion position in which one arm of the bracket is up and one arm is down. This enables the bracket to clear the sides of the hole in the foundation. The bracket is then pivoted to a support position and drawn upwardly with guide rods and a seating plate until seating portions of the bracket engage an underside surface of the foundation. The apparatus is then raised to lift the foundation. The sleeve of the apparatus is then affixed to the support structure to support the foundation.