Abstract: A concrete panel lifting insert assembly that includes an X-shaped foot and an insert, which is generally pear-shaped or triangular-shaped, having a bottom side which is elongated. The insert's bottom side is secured to a cross-member of the X-shaped foot such that the insert stands in a vertical orientation. The other cross-member of the X-shaped foot is in a transverse tangential orientation to that of an opening formed by the pear-shaped or triangular-shaped insert. This other cross-member optionally includes elevated C-shaped clips for engaging rebar material to provide additional strength.

Abstract: A concrete panel pre-pour marking system in the form of a portable stand that includes a central reference pointer at the bottom end of the stand that is used as a starting point. The upper end of the stand has a computer processor, keypad, display screen and a device for reading pre-saved construction drawings for the panels to be formed. Key points for locating panel corners, arches, lift inserts, reveals, openings, and other required features are identified with a projection of laser beam(s) to the specific point on the surface upon which the forms are to be laid out and the concrete to be poured.

Abstract: A concrete panel lifting insert assembly that includes an X-shaped foot and an insert, which is generally pear-shaped or triangular-shaped, having a bottom side which is elongated. The insert's bottom side is secured to a cross-member of the X-shaped foot such that the insert stands in a vertical orientation. The other cross-member of the X-shaped foot is in a transverse tangential orientation to that of an opening formed by the pear-shaped or triangular-shaped insert. This other cross-member optionally includes elevated C-shaped clips for engaging rebar material to provide additional strength.

Abstract: A concrete panel pre-pour marking system in the form of a portable stand that includes a central reference pointer at the bottom end of the stand that is used as a starting point. The upper end of the stand has a computer processor, keypad, display screen and a device for reading pre-saved construction drawings for the panels to be formed. Key points for locating panel corners, arches, lift inserts, reveals, openings, and other required features are identified with a projection of laser beam(s) to the specific point on the surface upon which the forms are to be laid out and the concrete to be poured.

Abstract: A concrete poured wall corner slab saver and form attachment device that includes a slab saver corner piece having two sides with an inwardly directed central stem portion, and a form attachment device which is a generally shaped triangular form configured to be inserted between one side of corner piece and the stem portion of the corner piece. The form attachment device further a longitudinal aperture near an upper edge that extends through the attachment device with an aperture therein sized to insert a nail for engaging the combined slab saver corner piece and form attachment device to a form board, The attachment device has a generally C-shaped slotted portion forming a slotted aperture configured to engage the expanded portion of the stem of the corner piece and a hollowed core portion to more fully encase the device within the poured concrete.

Abstract: A concrete poured wall corner slab saver and form attachment device that includes a slab saver corner piece and an elongated form attachment device with a longitudinal aperture along an interior of its length. The form attachment device is configured at one end to be partially insertable through spaced-apart apertures in the stem portion of the slab saver corner piece and its opposite end is configured to extend and partially contact both a form board and one side of the corner piece which is in contact with the form board. The longitudinal aperture is size to insert a fastener, such as a nail, for engaging the combined slab saver corner piece and form attachment device to the form board.

Abstract: A concrete poured wall corner slab saver and form attachment device that includes a slab saver corner piece having two sides with an inwardly directed central stem portion, and a form attachment device which is a generally shaped triangular form configured to be inserted between one side of corner piece and the stem portion of the corner piece. The form attachment device further a longitudinal aperture near an upper edge that extends through the attachment device with an aperture therein sized to insert a nail for engaging the combined slab saver corner piece and form attachment device to a form board, The attachment device has a generally C-shaped slotted portion forming a slotted aperture configured to engage the expanded portion of the stem of the corner piece and a hollowed core portion to more fully encase the device within the poured concrete.

Abstract: A rebar support bracket for use in forming concrete structures formed so as to be saddled over a supported rebar member. The bracket member is configured to be spaced a predetermined distance away from a form member and has an upper and lower generally C-shaped appendage to receive transverse running rebar members.

Abstract: A rebar support bracket for use in forming concrete structures formed as a generally U-shaped bracket member having two legs and an intermediate segment therebetween. The bracket member is configured to slide over a form member used to form a structure into which concrete is to be poured, with its legs depending along the form member a predetermined distance. Each leg of the bracket member has two spaced-apart J-shaped members aligned vertically with each other, and each J-shaped member is configured to support a rebar member to be used in forming the structure. A retention nipple or appendage is preferably included at the end of the J-shaped members. Notches or scored grooved are located to remove the intermediate segment. The bracket can also be made as a half bracket for use on end forms.

Abstract: A spacer support having a body portion, a surface engaging portion and a securement to attach the body portion to a weldment plate in tilt-up construction is disclosed. In a first embodiment, the securement includes a resilient clip that can snap onto a Nelson stud. One or more shelves on the support spacer prevent longitudinal movement of the Nelson stud. The length of the spacer support may be adjusted manually by cutting the body to length or by rotating one threaded member relative to a second to accommodate different thicknesses of walls. The spacer support is preferably plastic but may be metal. In another embodiment, a clamp secures an elongate body portion to a weldment plate projection.

Abstract: A spacer/support having a body portion, a surface engaging portion and a securement to attach the body portion to a weldment plate in tilt-up construction is disclosed. In a first embodiment, the securement includes a plurality of fingers that can snap onto the head of a Nelson stud. A second embodiment is equipped with a flat head that can be secured to the weldment plate using an adhesive. The length of the spacer/support may be adjusted manually by cutting the body to length or by rotating one threaded member relative to a second to accommodate different thicknesses of walls. The spacer/support is preferably plastic but may be metal.

Abstract: A spacer support having a body portion, a surface engaging portion and a securement to attach the body portion to a weldment plate in tilt-up construction is disclosed. In a first embodiment, the securement includes a resilient clip that can snap onto a Nelson stud. One or more shelves on the support spacer prevent longitudinal movement of the Nelson stud. The length of the spacer support may be adjusted manually by cutting the body to length or by rotating one threaded member relative to a second to accommodate different thicknesses of walls. The spacer support is preferably plastic but may be metal. In another embodiment, a clamp secures an elongate body portion to a weldment plate projection.

Abstract: A spacer support having a body portion, a surface engaging portion and a securement to attach the body portion to a weldment plate in tilt-up construction is disclosed. In a first embodiment, the securement includes a resilient clip that can snap onto a Nelson stud. One or more shelves on the support spacer prevent longitudinal movement of the Nelson stud. The length of the spacer support may be adjusted manually by cutting the body to length or by rotating one threaded member relative to a second to accommodate different thicknesses of walls. The spacer support is preferably plastic but may be metal. In another embodiment, a clamp secures an elongate body portion to a weldment plate projection.

Abstract: Tie wire with a square cross section is provided which has a 30% increase in tensile strength and at least a 100% increase in surface contact with rebar which it is used to secure. The generally square configuration includes four convex portions at the corners, each pair of convex portions being interconnected by a concave portion. The concave portions may achieve an even larger increase in surface contact as they contact the surface of the rebar.

Abstract: A spacer/support having a body portion, a surface engaging portion and a securement to attach the body portion to a weldment plate in tilt-up construction is disclosed. In a first embodiment, the securement includes a plurality of fingers that can snap onto the head of a Nelson stud. A second embodiment is equipped with a flat head that can be secured to the weldment plate using an adhesive. The length of the spacer/support may be adjusted manually by cutting the body to length or by rotating one threaded member relative to a second to accommodate different thicknesses of walls. The spacer/support is preferably plastic but may be metal.

Abstract: A device and method for eliminating scaring and damage to a concrete slab floor during the erection and placement of the associated surrounding concrete walls.

Abstract: An inverted U-shaped band member, having opposite upwardly and inwardly directed pillar portions joined by a central bar portion, has protruding elements that fit through peripheral openings on opposite sides of the rear of a vehicle passenger compartment, to releasably lock the band member in place of a conventional convertible top to give a readily-removable Targa-like, integral roll bar apparatus option. A preferred band member is sectioned with left and right halves aligned by rods in one half that fit into open end tubes in the other. Alignment is assured by inserting the tubing in a unitary structure prior to sectioning the member. A clamp and hook arrangement locks the joined sections together. The sides of the band have hollows for attaching a hubcap-type manufacturer's emblem on the band member.