Patents Assigned to Supertruss Pty. Ltd.
  • Metal frame structure
    Patent number: 5003748
    Abstract: A metal frame structure of the type employing two chords (11) extending in generally the same longitudinal direction and having a plurality of webs (12) extending in zig-zag configuration between the chords (11). The webs (12) are secured to the chords (11) at a plurality of frame joints (13). At each frame joint adjacent webs have opposed flattened end portions (22) which extend in overlapping relation along the inner sides of a respective chord (11) and are secured to the chord by transversely spaced fasteners (14).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 1990
    Date of Patent: April 2, 1991
    Assignee: Supertruss Pty. Ltd.
    Inventor: Noel R. Carr