Abstract: A unitized corner brace for attachment to the corner of a structure. The unitized corner brace comprises a central portion having an edge and a right angle; two spaced apart tabs extending from the edge, each tab having a stepped portion proximal to the edge and stepped towards each other, the right angle being between the spaced apart tabs such that the tabs are perpendicular to each other; and, opposed bracket portions extending from the central portion. A method of manufacturing a unitized corner brace from a single piece of material and a stackable structure made using a unitized corner brace are also disclosed.

Abstract: A conduit body assembly includes an elongate sidewall, at least one hub and a glide member. The conduit body has an open upper end, a closed lower end, and a conduit body interior. The hub extends from the body in communication with the body interior and defines an access port for passage of wire therethrough. The glide member is arranged within the body interior adjacent to the access port for providing reduced frictional engagement with wire passing through the access port.

Abstract: A holding device includes a first wall including a first cutout portion and a second wall including a second cutout portion intersecting the first wall at an angle less than 180 degrees. The cutout portions of the holding device function to hold objects in a space between the first and second walls.

Abstract: A tube support bracket that comprises an aluminum-coated steel support bracket formed having a circular tube-receiving aperture and an annular, castellated collar abutting the aperture. The aperture and collar are sized for receiving therethrough in close-fitting relationship an aluminum alloy heat exchanger tube. The collar, formed by a draw-punching process, has a plurality of spaced-apart, axial tabs sized for swaging against in hoop stress and bite the received tube. An inner surface of each of the collar tabs being has at least one axial groove therein, the groove being configured for receiving exterior regions of the received tube when the collar is swaged tightly against the tube to thereby lock the tube in the collar and thus in the support bracket. A corresponding method for making a tube support is disclosed.

Abstract: A plate to reinforce a shear panel that has been weakened by an opening extending through the panel is provided. The plate is selected to have a shear load capacity greater than the shear panel without the opening. The plate has a plate opening similar to the panel opening, and is secured to the panel with a predetermined strength and arrangement of panel fasteners. The plate is sized to fit between adjacent structural members. Opposing side flanges extend outwardly from the plate. Flange fasteners of predetermined strength and spacings are used to secure the flanges to the structural members.

Abstract: A novel holder in the form of a structural volume for holding a container and a flexible strap coupled to the structural volume. The structural volume is made form a disposable unitary blank composed of a biodegradable material and having a central base with legs extending therefrom to form a cruciform shape. Fold lines are provided between the base and the legs that enable the blank to be folded into a prism to form the structural volume. A ring is attached to one of the legs remote from the base and has a tab for coupling with the opposite leg to complete the structural volume. A container can be carried in the structural volume and be supported on the base.

Abstract: A sign support comprises a rear portion (1) and a front portion (2) interconnected by a flexible hinge (3), and means for adjusting the inclination of the front portion (2) relative to the rear portion (1). An abutment element (12) is connected by a breakable connection (13) to one of said rear and front portions (1 and 2) and defines with the latter a trough (12) of which one free edge constitutes an abutment to define a first position, substantially vertical, of the front portion (2), said abutment element (12) being adapted to be removed by rupture of the breakable connection (13) to define a second position of the front portion (2) of downward inclination.

Abstract: A fire sprinkler mount including a base, a bracket and a screw mounting the bracket to the base. The base includes a support attachable to a beam with two arms extending therefrom. Support holes extend through the arms. The bracket includes two parallel plates spaced to receive a standard sprinkler fitting. A cradle is provided at one of the plates while a retaining hole is provided on the other. The screw is able to rotate within the support holes and is threaded to a mounting hole in the bracket for vertical adjustment of the bracket retaining the sprinkler fitting.

Abstract: A computing system includes a pivoting mounting structure for mounting one or more electronic devices. The mounting structure is itself mounted to pivot between an operating position, within the computing system, and a service position, with the pivoting mounting structure extending outside the computing system for the installation or removal of electronic devices. A releasable latch prevents movement of the mounting structure from its service position.

Abstract: A bracket primarily for mounting on a stud wall has a bracket body formed of injection molded plastics with a first set of holes arranged generally at right angles to a side surface plane of the body for fastening the side of the bracket body against the a side of one of the studs a second set of holes arranged generally parallel to the side plane for fastening an end wall of the bracket body against a side of the stud. Thus the bracket can stand out from the wall for receiving a shelf or the bracket can be located between the studs along the outside sheathing. The bracket has a mounting sleeve at right angles to the side plane for holding an article support hook or other support extending outwardly from the sheathing.

Abstract: A mounting bracket is defined by three pairs of parallel planes. Each pair is orthogonal to the other two pair. The first pair provides a first plane for the mounting of an object thereto and a second plane for the attaching of the mounting bracket to a flat surface. The second and third pair are configured for use in a cooperative fashion when attaching the mounting bracket to a cylindrical surface.

Abstract: A motor mount constructed from a single piece of sheet metal. The motor mount contains a band portion and at least three leg portions. The band portion clamps around a motor and the leg portions radiate from the band portion. The leg portions secure the motor to a housing.

Abstract: A support for steps, having the shape of a triangular corner plate to be installed one after the other along a stringer. The sides of this support are reinforced, horizontally and vertically by a 90 degree fold, to fix the steps and risers. The ends are wider and possess a number of fixing holes to provide more stability when fixed against a stringer. The horizontal side is ended by a projecting horizontal rule. The wide part of the vertical side is flanked by vertical graduations. The horizontal rule is set against a stringer at a desired step run and the vertical graduations are set against the stringer at a desired step rise. The horizontal rule overlaps the vertical graduations of the preceding support.

Abstract: A picture hanger has a metal base from which is stamped a tougue for receiving a wire of a picture frame hung on a wall. The tongue has a convex shape with respect to a front face of the base and a ledge therefor on which the wire rests bears against a protrusion extending from the base front face. The tongue has bends with progressively increasing angles as it extends away from the base.

Abstract: A mounting bracket (10) for holding a disk drive (30) includes a bottom wall (12), a first sidewall (14) extending upwardly from one side of the bottom wall with two locating pins (16) protruding inwardly therefrom corresponding to two fixing holes defined in a sidewall of the disk drive, a second sidewall extending upwardly from an opposite side of said bottom wall for sandwiching the disk drive with the first sidewall, and locking means for engaging with a second sidewall of the disk drive to retain the disk drive in the mounting bracket. In assembly, the disk drive is placed in the mounting bracket, and the locating pines are inserted into the fixing holes of the disk drive. With the other sidewall of the disk drive secured to the fixing structures of the mounting bracket, the disk drive is secured in the mounting bracket.

Abstract: Systems and techniques to simply, easily and quickly attache and detach a speaker to a mounting location. A speaker bracket can provide a pivot point for the speaker that also serves as an audio signal connection point. The speaker bracket can be built in a robust fashion and can include a receptacle that is mounted on a surface, such as an indoor or outdoor wall, on the side of a pool or spa, or in any other suitable location. The speaker bracket can also include a support that can be attached and detached from the receptacle. When attached, the support rotates about the receptacle via a pivot point. A positioning mechanism can be included that allows the support to be removably fixed or locked into a desired position relative to the receptacle.

Abstract: The present invention provides in one aspect for a bracket for use in a metal stud wall having internal bridging members for tying the metal studs and bridging members together. The bracket has an L shaped central region having a leg for overlying the bridging member and an upright for overlying the metal stud. A web gripping means is provided connected to the upright for gripping the web of the stud and transferring the support of the upright to the web. The bracket also has a bridging member gripping means connected to the leg for gripping the bridging member and transferring the support of the gripping member to the L shaped central region.

Abstract: A bracket element (1) for fastening a mounting element to a support has a first member (2) and a second member (3). The support has, at least on one of its outer walls, openings in a predetermined spacing. The first member (2) is provided with an opening (4) corresponding to the openings in the outer wall of the support for fastening the bracket element (1) on the support. The first member (2) further has a guide edge (5) that is used for orienting the bracket element (1) on the support. In the oriented condition of the bracket element (1), the elongated opening (6) arranged on the second member (3) runs parallel to the support.

Abstract: A linkshaft support bearing bracket system for use in an automotive vehicle having an engine and a transaxle with a linkshaft. The linkshaft support bearing bracket system includes a spherical bearing wherein that bearing has an orifice through a center point thereof. The linkshaft is arranged within that orifice. The linkshaft support system also includes a first bearing retainer and a second bearing retainer adjacent to one another. The spherical bearing is arranged within the first bearing retainer and the second bearing retainer. A support bracket is attached to the automotive engine. The first bearing retainer and the second bearing retainer are secured to the support bracket. The first and second bearing retainer will allow for multiple axes of movement of the spherical bearing relative to the link shaft and the transaxle.

Abstract: Disclosed is a device for transporting automotive instrument panels, comprising a frame, a pair of carry arms pivoted to the frame to carry opposite sides of an instrument panel, each carry arm having an outer end section which is provided with a carry formation for engaging a complementary carry formation on a corresponding side of the instrument panel; the instrument panel having a central column region with a lower column end portion, both of said carry arms having an inner end section which is positioned to lie in the path of the lower column end portion as it is lowered onto the frame, said carry arms being further arranged to be displaced downwardly as the instrument panel is lowered to a carry elevation relative to the frame, the downward displacement of the carry arms by the instrument panel causing the carry formations on the arms positively to engage the complementary carry formations on the instrument panel.

Abstract: In an electronic sensor having a spool assembly and a housing cap, the spool assembly has a pair of grooves formed in the exterior surface and located diametrically opposed from each other. The housing cap has a pair of apertures configured and positioned in the cap to align with the grooves in the spool. The grooves and aperture are configured for receiving portions of a mounting bracket. When the mounting bracket is installed on the electronic sensor, a radial spring in communication with the spool assembly and housing cap maintains the mounting bracket in a locked relationship with the spool assembly and housing cap and minimizes the stack up tolerances from a reference surface to the tip of the electronic sensor.

Abstract: A mounting bracket for supporting a key movement recording sensor assembly within a keyboard-operated musical instrument. The mounting bracket of the present invention incorporates a locking mechanism to prevent sensor assembly movement and it preferably conforms to a portion of the hammer flange assembly to reduce vertical space requirements. The locking mechanism, or alternatively the sensor board itself, provides a biasing force for engaging the sensor assembly. Applying a sufficient manual force to a release member on the locking mechanism overcomes the biasing force to unlock the sensor assembly to allow for the insertion, adjustment, or removal of the sensor assembly from the mounting bracket. A keyed retention mechanism augments the sensor assembly to simplify engagement and adjustment of the sensor assembly.

Abstract: A saw caddy (10) for conveniently holding a saw (14) within easy reach of a user broadly comprises a mounting segment (32) to secure the saw caddy (10) to a leg (18) of a workstation (12), a offsetting segment (34) to offset the saw (14) from the workstation leg (18), and a retaining segment (36) to retain the saw (14) on the saw caddy (10). A bottom edge (44) of the mounting segment (32) abuts a top edge (54) of the offsetting segment (34) at a first angle (60) of approximately twenty-five degrees. A bottom edge (58) of the offsetting segment (34) abuts a bottom edge (66) of the retaining segment (34) at a second angle (70) of approximately forty-five degrees and forms a vertex (72) which is offset approximately one half inch from a plane (74) of the mounting segment (32).

Abstract: A double offset hanger which is an integrally formed metal sheet including a plate formed to define a base and a mounting flange. The mounting flange adjacent and perpendicular to the base. The base including a hole therethrough, the hole forming a retainer comprising a wall defining a cylinder, the cylinder extending perpendicular to the base, the cylinder having a centerline offset in perpendicular and parallel directions from the mounting flange.

Abstract: Disclosed is a mounting bracket for a device comprising a resiliently-deformable surface, having a deforming element disposed therein, and a pair of attachment members disposed on opposite sides of and attached to the surface. The attachment members of the mounting bracket are adapted to interface with the device upon deformation of the deforming element.

Abstract: A mounting member which affords an apparatus to be leveled on a vertical support surface regardless of levelness of the fastening means. The mounting member also allows for a versatile means of attachment and fastening the apparatus to a vertical support surface. The mounting member is particularly suited for dispensing equipment and other apparatus' that contain liquid compositions or which function best when at a level position on a vertical support surface.

Abstract: A reversible garage door track bracket (10) comprises a short flange (16) and a perpendicularly oriented long flange (18). The short flange (16) includes a slot (40) which has a wide portion (42) for receiving a jamb bolt (24), a narrow portion (44) for receiving a track bolt (26), and a plurality of holes (52) each for receiving one of a plurality of rivets (22). The long flange (18) is identical to the short flange (16), except in length. In use, an installer chooses which flange (16, 18) to secure to the track (12), by examining a garage door's thickness. The installer secures the bracket (10) to the track (12) using either the track bolt (26) or the plurality of rivets (22). If the installer desires a different mounting distance (90), the installer can simply remove the two bolts (24,26), reverse the bracket (10), and reinstall the two bolts (24,26).

Abstract: A linkshaft support bearing bracket system for use in an automotive vehicle having an engine and a transaxle with a linkshaft. The linkshaft support bearing bracket system includes a spherical bearing wherein that bearing has an orifice through a center point thereof. The linkshaft is arranged within that orifice. The linkshaft support system also includes a first bearing retainer and a second bearing retainer adjacent to one another. The spherical bearing is arranged within the first bearing retainer and the second bearing retainer. A support bracket is attached to the automotive engine. The first bearing retainer and the second bearing retainer are secured to the support bracket. The first and second bearing retainer will allow for multiple axes of movement of the spherical bearing relative to the link shaft and the transaxle.

Abstract: A disk drive assembly includes a chassis adapted to be fixed on a computer housing, a module-mounting seat rotatable on the chassis between an exposed position and a concealed position, and a disk drive module attached to the seat. When the seat is disposed at the exposed position, the module is exposed within an opening in the computer housing, thereby permitting insertion of a recording medium into the module. When the seat is disposed at the concealed position, the module is deflected from the opening and is concealed entirely within the computer housing.

Abstract: An electrical outlet box mounting bracket for mounting large size and small size standard electrical outlet boxes. The bracket has a flat section of material having a cutout pattern formed therein. The cutout pattern has a generally octagonal opening formed therein with a first, a second, a third and a fourth diagonally offset corner, and straight edges therebetween. A first, a second and a third closed keyhole slot is located inwardly of the first diagonal corner of the bracket, the keyhole slots having a wider end and a narrower slot portion with a terminal end. A first, a second and a third open slot are located diagonally opposite the keyhole cutouts in the third diagonal corner and opened therein. The open slots have a terminal end therein.

Abstract: A siding panel is supported by a hanging guide while that siding panel is being maneuvered into a desired position with respect to a support surface. The hanger is attached to the support surface and includes a pocket which accommodates an edge of the siding panel. Once the siding panel is supported by the hanging guide, the siding panel is fixed to the support surface. Once the siding panel is fixed to the support surface, the hanging guide is removed.

Abstract: A picture hanger has a metal base from which is stamped a tongue for receiving a wire of a picture frame hung on a wall. The tongue has a convex shape with respect to a front face of the base and a ledge thereof on which the wire rests bears against a protrusion extending from the base front face. The tongue has bends with progressively increasing angles as it extends away from the base.

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.

Abstract: A compound mounting bracket for attaching a solenoid to a structure is disclosed. The compound mounting bracket comprises a first and second plate, each having a first edge and a second distal edge. The second distal edge of the first plate is connectable to a first mounting point on a solenoid. The second distal edge of the second plate extends in a direction generally transverse to the first edge of the second plate, thereby defining a dihedral angle between the first plate and the second plate. The second plate is connectable at its second distal edge to a second mounting point on the solenoid.

Abstract: A structure for mounting a heavy article 27 to a carrier body 31 via an intermediate member 20, capable of temporarily fixing the heavy article during the mounting operation, wherein the intermediate member 20 is provided in a lower part thereof with a lower attachment portion 21 having holes 26 for fixing the heavy article 27 and in an upper part thereof with upper attachment portions 23 having engagement portions 25 for being temporarily fixed to the carrier body 31 and fixation portions 24 for being firmly fixed to the carrier body 31. To fix the intermediate member 20 to the heavy article 27, the lower attachment portion 21 of the former is sandwiched between a pair of elastic members 28 made of soft material, and fastened to the heavy article 27 by fastening members 30 through the holes 26, for allowing a slight vibration of the heavy article 27.

Abstract: Disclosed is a mounting bracket for a device comprising a resiliently-deformable surface, having a deforming element disposed therein, and a pair of attachment members disposed on opposite sides of and attached to the surface. The attachment members of the mounting bracket are adapted to interface with the device upon deformation of the deforming element.

Abstract: A reflector holder retains a reflector that has a hole in one of its ends. The holder includes a base with a quick-connect connector extending from the base. In one version, the quick-connect connector includes a semi-arcuate flange member that extends from the base. The member has a pair of edges extending between the base and the outward end of the flange member and a mid-portion between the edges. The member also has a concave side and a convex side. A connection post extends from the mid-portion of the concave side of the end of the member away from the base, and terminates in an outward end. A pair of lock ears extend from the outward end of the connection post, with one ear extending toward each of the edges of the flange member. Each lock ear terminates in a locking end that is spaced from one of the edges so as to define a gap between the locking end and edge.

Abstract: A holder comprising a rigid base bar having a pin end and a stabilizing end; a rigid stabilizing bar having a base end and an opposite end, with the base end of the rigid stabilizing bar being rigidly attached to the stabilizing end of the rigid base bar, and extending perpendicular to the rigid base bar; two nails being each having a head end and a pointed end, with the head end of the each nail being rigidly attached to separate points along the rigid stabilizing bar, and with the pointed end of the each nail being extended perpendicular to the rigid stabilizing bar and parallel with the rigid base bar and toward the perpendicular direction of the rigid base bar; and the rigid base bar having a bore through it in a direction parallel with the length of the rigid stabilizing bar.

Abstract: An insulator assembly has a mounting bracket for securing the insulator assembly to a support structure. The mounting bracket has a base having a first end and a second end. A first leg has a first end attached to the first end of the base and has a second end. A second leg has a first end attached to the second end of the base and has a second end. A first foot extends from the second end of the first leg. A second foot extends from the second end of the second leg.

Abstract: An electrical fixture mounting assembly is provided for quickly and easily mounting an electrical fixture to a brace assembly. The electrical fixture mounting assembly includes an electrical box, a brace assembly and a bracket. The brace assembly is mounted between joists located above an aperture in a ceiling. A bracket is snap-fitted onto the brace assembly. Protrusions on the bracket prevent substantial movement of the bracket during installation of the electrical box. Tabs on the bracket engage openings in the electrical box, thereby facilitating alignment of the electrical box with the bracket. An electrical box is secured to the brace assembly by the bracket and fasteners.

Abstract: A support for a fixture for a lighting or other electrical device, on an acoustic ceiling, so that it will be supported firmly without wobbling. In the preferred embodiment it is a rectangular metal box with an open bottom, formed from a single sheet of metal. It is dimensioned and configured so that a mounting box for the fixture can fit inside. The mounting box is prevented from moving by the broad, flat top surface of the invention. There are diagonal rows of large holes through the top side for electrical fittings, and smaller circular holes for support and grounding screws. It can be supported on the beams of the ceiling by screws that pass through slots in its ends, by using fire tie tabs, or by a stab connection. The longer side walls have flanges which rest against the top surfaces of supporting cross pieces for ceiling tiles.

Abstract: For mounting outside and against a wall of a swimming pool, a brace made from a single sheet of stainless steel has plural members, which are unitary with one another and which have reinforcing flanges. Each brace is cut from such a sheet via a laser, which may be computer-controlled, and a subsequent bending operation provides said brace with flanges, as and where indicated above. Hence, dimensional uniformity and consistent flatness from one brace to another can be easily achieved.

Abstract: A compound mounting bracket for attaching a solenoid to a structure is disclosed. The compound mounting bracket comprises a first and second plate, each having a first edge and a second distal edge. The second distal edge of the first plate is connectable to a first mounting point on a solenoid. The second distal edge of the second plate extends in a direction generally transverse to the first edge of the second plate, thereby defining a dihedral angle between the first plate and the second plate. The second plate is connectable at its second distal edge to a second mounting point on the solenoid.

Abstract: A sign support comprises a rear portion (1) and a front portion (2) interconnected by a flexible hinge (3), and means for adjusting the inclination of the front portion (2) relative to the rear portion (1). An abutment element (12) is connected by a breakable connection (13) to one of said rear and front portions (1 and 2) and defines with the latter a trough (12) of which one free edge constitutes an abutment to define a first position, substantially vertical, of the front portion (2), said abutment element (12) being adapted to be removed by rupture of the breakable connection (13) to define a second position of the front portion (2) of downward inclination.

Abstract: A folding leg system includes a first leg adapted to receive a first pivot bolt. A first bracket is mounted on a surface and coupled to the first leg by way of the first pivot bolt, such that the first leg can rotate in the first bracket between an up and a down positions. A second leg adapted to receive a second pivot bolt. A second bracket is mounted on the surface and coupled to the second leg by way of the second pivot bolt. The second bracket includes a first section in which the second leg may rotate to a down position from an up position and a second section in which the leg is prevented from rotating into the down position from the up position. The second bracket is adapted so that the second leg may slide along the pivot bolt from the first to the second sections.

Abstract: A reversible garage door track bracket (10) comprises a short flange (16) and a perpendicularly oriented long flange (18). The short flange (16) includes a slot (40) which has a wide portion (42) for receiving a jamb bolt (24), a narrow portion (44) for receiving a track bolt (26), and a plurality of holes (52) each for receiving one of a plurality of rivets (22). The long flange (18) is identical to the short flange (16), except in length. In use, an installer chooses which flange (16,18) to secure to the track (12), by examining a garage door's thickness. The installer secures the bracket (10) to the track (12) using either the track bolt (26) or the plurality of rivets (22). If the installer desires a different mounting distance (90), the installer can simply remove the two bolts (24,26), reverse the bracket (10), and reinstall the two bolts (24,26).

Abstract: A mounting bracket for a utility meter transceiver unit, consists of a main bracket piece having a first end and a second end, with a through opening at the first end sized to receive therethrough a utility pipe that is in communication with a utility meter, and with a receiving channel at the second end; an upright bracket piece having a third and fourth end, sized at the third end to be received within the receiving channel, and sized at the fourth end to be received within a mounting channel within a utility meter transceiver unit; and a device to adjust the relative positions of the fourth end of the upright bracket piece and the receiving channel.

Abstract: An underhood mounting system for mounting a plurality of underhood components to a motor vehicle body includes an integrally formed receiver member defining a plurality of dedicated locations for receiving a corresponding plurality of underhood components. The receiver member is attached to the body of the vehicle. A first dedicated location of the plurality of dedicated locations defines a portion of an air box chamber. A remainder of air box chamber is defined by an air box upper element removably attached to the first dedicated location. A second dedicated location of the plurality of dedicated locations defines a portion of a battery chamber. A remainder of the battery chamber is defined by a battery cover removably attached to the second dedicated location. A third dedicated location of the plurality of dedicated locations defines a degas bracket for removably receiving a degas bottle.

Abstract: A supporting device for a shelf of a piece of furniture or the like, including a first portion corresponding to means for fixing to said piece of furniture and a second portion defining a journal on which a shelf is capable of resting, characterized in that perpendicularly to and above said journal is provided for a sharp blocking edge. This sharp blocking edge defines an ascending angle, according to a direction from the second portion to the first portion of said device. The supporting device for a shelf is made out of a hard material, preferably of a metallic type.

Abstract: A shield for a wall mounted smoke detector guard or enclosure prevents looped items from being hung on the shield and the enclosure. The shield includes a mounting surface for mounting to a wall. A downwardly sloping surface structure extends from the mounting surface for extending above the top surface of the enclosure. The downwardly sloping surface structure has sufficient slope and length for preventing items from being hung on the shield and the enclosure while at the same time providing a direct smoke flow path therepast to the top surface of the enclosure.