Abstract: A support post and work surface support bracket attaches to a horizontal channel of office panels frame to provide a convenient variable height work suffice support at any point along the length of the panel frame. The post preferably has a tube as the main component thereof and slots are provided in the tube for receiving hooks on the work surface support bracket.

Abstract: A height adjustable work table comprises a work surface and at least three adjustable leg arrangements supporting said work surface. Each leg arrangement comprises a curved leg supported in a leg bracket attached beneath the work surface. Each leg bracket is an open channel having predetermined support positions for engaging the curved leg with fasteners for releasably securing the leg in any of the support positions.

Abstract: A hinged access door is secured to an office panel frame to be removable for full access to the interior of a panel frame or movable about hinge axis to also provide access to the panel frame without removing the access door.

Abstract: The end gable includes a gable base and a gable extension securable to the gable base in one of a plurality of positions. The end gable is reversible to act as both a right and left end gable. The gable base is of a thin profile and is reinforced adjacent the base thereof with the gable extension reinforcing the upper portion of the end gable.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a combined desking and panelling system which provides an effective means for subdividing office space and defining work areas. Work surfaces are provided and can be independently supported or supported by the panelling system. Power and communication wires and cables are distributed through and between the desking and panelling systems.

Abstract: An element of an office panel includes a back support member closed at either end by molded end pieces. The molded end pieces in combination with the back support member define a front opening recess into which a filler material is inserted. A decorative facing material is applied over the filler material and attached to the back support member and the molded end pieces, whereby the facing material forms a finish face of the element. With this arrangement, the back support member is more easily manufactured, as it is open at either end and the molded end pieces can easily be inserted within the back support member to effectively close the member and provide a complete support for the element. According to an aspect of the invention, the molded end pieces include molded components thereon by means of which the element can be effectively supported by an office panel frame.

Abstract: The present invention relates to improvements in office panelling systems and the distribution of wires therethrough. A specialty lay-in wire is stackable above other panels and has an open channel for receiving wires, cables and the like without threading through the panels.

Abstract: The present invention relates to office panelling systems and in particular to office panelling systems having improved construction. The frame of the panels provides an improved electrical power feed arrangement within the panel as well as more convenient access to power outlets within the panel. The frame is also designed for enhanced cooperation with filing cabinets and filing bins to provide lower support for such cabinets and bins when hung from the office panel, particularly when the bin or cabinet is intermediary vertical supports of the frame.

Abstract: A securing arrangement for office panels accommodates off panel angular connection while structural securement of the panels is obtained. The panels have accessible rails at predetermined heights which can be engaged by a structural member which in turn locks with an adjacent panel. Preferably, several structural members are used for securing two adjacent panels.

Abstract: An office panelling system is disclosed which readily accommodates the initial or retrofit of communication cables and the like cables which generally do not require an electrical conduit. The individual panels of the system have a metal framework to which decorative covers are secured. The framework and covers have been adapted to define a passageway along the panel which is accessible by removing of the covers. With this arrangement, communication cables may be installed without stringing of the cables through ports in the framework.

Abstract: A newspaper bundler comprises a rigid frame assembly (FIGS. 1 and 2) for enabling newspapers to be easily stacked into a pile (12). The frame includes a U-shaped crosswise holder (14) whose upstanding opposing side arms are made of sheet metal or plastic channels (22). A stack of paper bundling straps (26) is positioned on the crosswise portion. The channels each have a pocket for holding fan-folded end portions (30) of the stack of paper straps. One end portion of each strap is coated with adhesive (32) so when the end portions of a strap are pulled from their pockets, they can be attached together around the pile of papers to securely bundle them so that they can be carried easily with one hand (FIG. 5). The entire bundle is recyclable at a paper mill. In lieu of sheet metal side channels with pockets, the side pockets can be formed of tubular members (FIG. 6) bent and shaped to form pockets for the fan-folded ends of the straps.

Abstract: An office panelling system is advantageously combined with fiber optic communication cable wherein the panels of the system are generally open in the center thereof and the vertical space of the panel is advantageously used for reducing the curvature of the cable between panels disposed at an angle. The panels have a metal framework onto the sides of which cover members are secured such that the interior of the framework is generally open. The framework includes a host of distributed passage ports therethrough for allowing communication cables and the like to pass through the framework where desired.

Abstract: A modular office panelling system has been improved by providing an air circulation arrangement of selectively cool or remove heat from a particular area defined by the panelling system. Fans are provided in removable panel cover portions which can advantageously be secured in the office panelling system in the same manner as fabric covered removable cover portions. Thus, the air circulation arrangement may be provided as an original specification or added as a retrofit in the field. The interior of the panel is also used as a large inlet plenum whereby the flow of air into the panel is at a slow velocity.

Abstract: Securement and cooperation between panels of an office panelling system is improved by mechanically connecting panels in a manner to maintain a particular orientation and to allow transfer of loads therebetween. The mechanical fasteners are advantageously combined with compressible strips between panels which not only deform during fastening of the fasteners, but engage the panel and distribute the clamping force to a larger area thereby adding structural rigidity.