Patents Represented by Attorney, Agent or Law Firm Lisa M. Soltis, Esq.
  • Patent number: 6830228
    Abstract: A hanger for mounting an associated object to a wall includes a body portion having a first surface for bearing against the wall. The body portion defines first and second end portions. An upper anchoring portion is formed at the first end for penetrating the wall and for fastening the hanger to the wall. The upper anchoring portion extends rearwardly from the body portion and is formed at an angle equal to or less than 90 degrees relative to the body. The anchoring portion has a piercing portion to enable the anchoring portion to be driven into the wall. At least one barb extends rearwardly from the body portion. The barb is formed intermediate the first end portion and the second end portion and is formed at an angle relative to the body equal to or greater than 90 degrees. A hook portion extends generally forwardly from the body portion at the second end. The hook is positioned longitudinally spaced from the at least one barb. The hanger can be formed as a two part member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 14, 2004
    Assignee: Illinois Tool Works, Inc.
    Inventor: Richard J. Ernst
  • Patent number: 6666636
    Abstract: A drop-in anchor includes a sleeve having a threaded region having an internal thread formed therein and a split region having at least two longitudinal channels formed therein. The channels define sections. The split region has inwardly tapered inner walls. A plug is configured for engagement with the sleeve at the split region. The plug has a top surface and defines a tapered shape. A bolt having a threaded portion and a through-bore extending longitudinally therethrough, is configured for threaded engagement with the sleeve threaded region. A setting member is configured for insertion into the bolt bore. The setting member engages the plug top surface and a force exerted on the setting member drives the plug into the sleeve split region so as to urge the split region sections axially outwardly. A method for securing the anchor in the opening in the structure is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2003
    Assignee: Illinois Tool Works, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey C. Warmolts, Timothy M. Moran