Patents Assigned to Lance Austin Enterprises, Inc.
  • Fixture support installation method
    Patent number: 4494296
    Abstract: A support for a ceiling fan or other fixture has a pair of slidably interconnected, pointed lances adapted to be driven into engagement with spaced structural members. A tool-strikable striking element is adapted to be coupled to each lance at a selected location along the length thereof. The support is adapted to be installed through a small hole in a preexisting ceiling or wall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 5, 1983
    Date of Patent: January 22, 1985
    Assignee: Lance Austin Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventor: Fred K. Grimes
  • Lance-type fixture support and method of use
    Patent number: 4391428
    Abstract: A support for a ceiling fan or other fixture has a pair of slidably interconnected, pointed lances adapted to be driven into engagement with spaced structural members. A tool-strikable striking element is adapted to be coupled to each lance at a selected location along the length thereof. The support is adapted to be installed through a small hole in a preexisting ceiling or wall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 1982
    Date of Patent: July 5, 1983
    Assignee: Lance Austin Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventor: Fred K. Grimes