Abstract: A fire sprinkler support assembly includes a leg configured to extend transverse to each of a pair of adjacent parallel spaced beams. The leg includes levered clamp assemblies that are configured for connecting and supporting each end of the leg to a corresponding one of the beams. The levered clamp assemblies include a first plate and a second plate, each plate configured to straddle the beam. The levered clamp assemblies also include a lever assembly. The lever assembly includes a rod passing through corresponding rod openings in the first and second plates, and a lever pivotally connected to one end of the rod. The lever includes a cam surface disposed adjacent to the first plate. The lever assembly is configured to reduce spacing between the plates upon actuation of the lever, whereby the leg is secured to the beam.

Abstract: A mechanism for adjusting the length of a support column which comprises an elongated pipe. A cap plate is affixed onto a top end of the elongated pipe. The cap plate has a plurality of mounting holes. A base assembly is removably retained to a bottom end of the elongated pipe, utilizing an expandable chuck sleeve, after a lower portion of the elongated pipe is cut away, thereby to properly size the length of the elongated pipe.

Abstract: An adjustable hanger has a receiver having a hole arranged to allow mounting of the receiver on a fixed element, and a body opening in the receiver arranged to accept a connector. An adjustable hanger has a mounting having a hole arranged to allow the mounting to be mounted to a fixed element, and a shaft opening, a receiver having a shaft opening, a shaft having a portion insertable into the shaft opening on the mounting such that shaft can move relative to the mounting, and a portion insertable into the shaft opening on the receiver, and a connector arranged to be insertable into a connector opening on the receiver.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an apparatus for cable management synchronized with telescopic motion. The apparatus is configured such that cables for transmitting power or signals to a manipulator provided on a lower end of a telescopic tube and for receiving signals therefrom are wound or unwound in response to expansion or contraction of the telescopic tube. Moreover, the apparatus is configured such that the cables are prevented from being displaced from the correct positions, a noise is prevented from being generated, and the tension of each cable is adjusted even when it is in the clamped state.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for stringing aerial cables through tower structures using aircraft without requirement that a person be present on the tower while the aircraft is performing the stringing operation are described. An elongated needle-like threading member to which a sock line is attached and having spaced-apart projections emanating therefrom at different directions around the threading member, is directed by the aircraft pilot through a block having a pulley suspended an insulator of other tower structure, the projections in cooperation with a frame member attached to the block and facing toward the incoming threading member, preventing threading member from being pulled rearwardly under tension from the sock line.

Abstract: This device for fixing a wire cable raceway onto a threaded rod (4) includes: a body (6) with support members (12; 54; 12?) featuring a first support surface and a second support surface opposite the first support surface, elements for fixing onto a threaded rod (4) including two elastic arms (8) each provided with a notch (20), the bottom of which is intended to cooperate with the thread of the threaded rod (4) in order to assure locking of the fixing device onto the threaded rod (4).

Abstract: A suspended bottle holder has substantially vertically disposed first and second straps, each of which has an upper strap portion and a lower strap portion. A bottle base holding loop has proximal and distal longitudinal ends, the bottle base holding loop being attached to the upper and lower portions of the first strap, for engaging at least a portion of a bottle base. A bottle neck holding loop has proximal and distal longitudinal ends, the bottle neck holding loop being attached to the upper and lower portions of the second strap, for engaging at least a portion of a neck of the bottle. A connector connects the first and second straps to a structural member. The bottle base holding loop and the bottle neck holding loop are sufficiently spaced and the first and second straps are of a substantially equal length both when a bottle is removed from, or received in, the bottle base and bottle neck holding loops, so as to maintain the bottle in a substantially horizontal disposition.

Abstract: A coupling bracket having a back wall, first and second side walls extending from the back wall to a pair of edges, an open side opposite the back wall, a pair of opposing open ends and a passage extending between the opposing open ends. Each side wall has an open slot extending from the edge to a closed end or base. The bases of the open slots are correspondingly located and aligned and adapted to receive a rod extending through and substantially perpendicular to the side walls. The passage is adapted to receive an elongate rail.

Abstract: An adjustable hanger has a receiver having a hole arranged to allow mounting of the receiver on a fixed element, and a body opening in the receiver arranged to accept a connector. An adjustable hanger has a mounting having a hole arranged to allow the mounting to be mounted to a fixed element, and a shaft opening, a receiver having a shaft opening, a shaft having a portion insertable into the shaft opening on the mounting such that shaft can move relative to the mounting, and a portion insertable into the shaft opening on the receiver, and a connector arranged to be insertable into a connector opening on the receiver.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a suspension end, the suspension end configured to link to a supporting fixture, and a mounting end connected to the suspension end, the mounting end comprising one or more hooks from which electrical wires and extension cords are suspended.

Abstract: A universal suspended anchor system is configured for attaching to a frame having a first vertical wall and a second vertical wall having first and second bearing surfaces, respectively adjacent to and aligned with one another and defining a gap formed between the adjacent bearing surfaces. The universal suspended anchor system includes a bracket and a threaded block affixed to the bracket. The anchor is inserted into the gap and rests on the bearing surfaces. The anchor enables suspension of building service lines including water, HVAC and electrical services.

Abstract: A coupling device for electrical wire-carrying conduits for assembly with an overhead support member having a stem with a free threaded end. The coupling device includes an integral tubular member having axially opposed ends, each of which receives an end of a mating conduit, and the integral top surface on the tubular member has an aperture for engagement with the free end of the stem of the supporting member.

Abstract: A telescopic pipe support system is provided for supporting a plurality of pipes. The pipe support system utilizes an elongated, tubular shaft adapted to be mounted atop and below wood flooring as well as below concrete decking via a shaft receiving anchor and an auxiliary anchor, respectively. Hanger elements are removably attached along various longitudinal positions of the shaft in order to quickly and easily support construction articles.

Abstract: A device for raising and lowering an adapter. A slider having an adapter fastened thereto is assembled to a frame such that the slider can be raised and lowered, and hinge parts of a lever moving member having a stop lever assembled thereto are assembled to hinge parts of the frame by way of springs. The stop lever is always biased toward stopper grooves of the slider by spring force of the springs so that engagement teeth of the stop lever are engaged in the stopper grooves so as to maintain the slider in a fixed state. When the stop lever is moved rightward by manipulating the lever moving member, the engagement teeth of the stop lever are disengaged from the stopper grooves of the slider so that the slider can be freely raised and lowered.

Abstract: Wall-mounted type and trapeze type support strut assemblies attach pipes, conduit, and tubes to vertical and horizontal surfaces in a sanitary manner. The strut assemblies repel contaminants, are easy to inspect, and easy to clean. Structures to provide seismic stability to trapeze type support strut assemblies may also be used.

Abstract: A muffler hanger including: a rubber annular portion; a rubber arm constituting an elastic support portion for the muffler; an upper space and a lower space for permitting deformation of the rubber arm; a first mounting hole disposed in a center of the rubber arm in a vehicle left-right direction to extend in a vehicle front-back direction when installed on the vehicle, and attached in a mated condition to a support pin provided on one of a muffler side and a vehicle body side; and a pair of second mounting holes disposed at locations away to right and left sides from the first mounting hole to extend in the front-back direction, and attached in a mated condition to support pins on the other side. The first and second mounting holes are arranged to form a row in the left-right direction, with positional relationships such that when installed on the vehicle the holes overlaps one another as viewed in the left-right direction.

Abstract: Methods for supporting conduits within a sanitary environment. Various methods may comprise supporting a first conduit support relative to a structure such that the conduit support does not present or form a horizontal surface whereon contaminants are able to accumulate thereon due to gravity and supporting a portion of a conduit within the conduit support. Other methods involve attaching or suspending one or more additional conduit supports for supporting other conduits such that other conduit supports do not present or form horizontal surfaces whereon contaminants are able to accumulate thereon due to gravity.

Abstract: Prior to this invention, Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs) have used either a piece of umbilical tape, a string of paper clips, or adhesive tape to hold medical or non-medical devices suspended or supported from the upper vertical portion of an infant warmer, incubator, or warmer-incubator combined unit. An example of a medical unit being used in this way is a surgical device called a silo, which is held in a substantially vertical orientation. An example of a non-medical device being supported or suspended from an infant warmer, incubator or warmer-incubator combination unit by the aforementioned umbilical tape, paper clips, or adhesive tape is a mobile. The device claimed in this patent application will replace the use of any locally constructed means of attaching, suspending, or supporting any medical or non-medical device from an infant warmer, incubator, or warmer-incubator combined unit.

Abstract: A cable support system is disclosed. The cable support system includes a hanger plate securable to a structure, a chaining plate attachable to the hanger plate, and a cable support member attachable to the hanger plate or the chaining plate.

Abstract: A piping support device for supporting piping for conduit. The device includes: a hollow cylindrical member with a low aspect ratio and a first aperture therethrough; a first bracket and second bracket, each coupled to the cylindrical member and extending outwardly along a side of the cylindrical member; a first set screw, with setting and operation ends, disposed through the aperture and external to the cylindrical member. Additionally, there is a second set screw disposed through a second aperture in the cylindrical member, wherein the second aperture is radially distanced from the first aperture at an angle greater than about ninety degrees. Moreover, the device has a first coupling portion coupled to the cylindrical member and a second coupling portion, with a plurality of holes, extending from the first coupling portion substantially normal to the first coupling portion. Further, first coupling portion is shorter than the second coupling portion.

Abstract: Apparatus for supporting conduits within a sanitary environment. Some supports are configured so as to avoid the formation of surfaces that might collect dust, debris, cleaning fluids, etc. when installed. In one embodiment, the support includes a pair of opposing support members that may be releasably and sealingly secured together. The upper support member may have a substantially uninterrupted convex surface that has a desired texture. The lower support member may be sized and shaped such that no portion thereof protrudes outwardly beyond the upper member to form any surfaces, pockets, etc. wherein dirt, debris, cleaning fluids, etc. may accumulate. A seal or grommet may be employed to establish a seal between the conduit and support to prevent the infiltration of dirt, debris, cleaning fluids, etc., between the conduit and the conduit support.

Abstract: One embodiment of an exhaust system support assembly formed in accordance with the present disclosure includes a wishbone link (10) that couples an exhaust member (26) to a vehicle (56) The wishbone link includes a leg (12) branching into a first arm (14) and a second arm (16) A first pivot assembly (20) pivotally couples the first arm (14) to the exhaust member (26), and a second pivot assembly (22) pivotally couples the second arm (16) to the exhaust member (26) A third pivot assembly (24) pivotally couples the leg (12) to the vehicle (56) so that the wishbone link (10) is movable in two or more degrees of freedom relative to the vehicle (56).

Abstract: A hanger assembly for suspending a pipe from a support comprises a J-hook engageable with the pipe. The hook has a vertically extending shank. A shank extension has a leg projecting vertically from a sleeve. The shank of the J-hook is configured and dimensioned for axial insertion to a selected extent into the sleeve. First fasteners serve to secure the thus inserted shank within the sleeve, and second fasteners serve to attach the leg to the support.

Abstract: Apparatus for supporting conduits within a sanitary environment. Some supports are configured so as to avoid the formation of surfaces that might collect dust, debris, cleaning fluids, etc. when installed. In one embodiment, the support includes a pair of opposing support members that may be releasably and sealingly secured together. The upper support member may have a substantially uninterrupted convex surface that has a desired texture. The lower support member may be sized and shaped such that no portion thereof protrudes outwardly beyond the upper member to form any surfaces, pockets, etc. wherein dirt, debris, cleaning fluids, etc. may accumulate. A seal or grommet may be employed to establish a seal between the conduit and support to prevent the infiltration of dirt, debris, cleaning fluids, etc., between the conduit and the conduit support.

Abstract: A system for suspending an HVAC unit from one or more wood truss members through the use of one or more top lock plates connected to a top support member, one or more channels connected to the top of the HVAC unit, one or more bottom lock plates slidably connected to the one or more channels, and one or more suspension chains connected between the top lock plates and the bottom lock plates to adjustably suspend the HVAC unit at the desired height and pitch. The suspension system provides a system for suspending HVAC equipment in residential and light commercial applications that is safer, quicker, cheaper, more reliable and more accurate than systems currently in use.

Abstract: This invention's suspensory fastener for piping is characterized in that the fastener is arranged from the two members of a long band and short band, a coupled state maintaining means, which maintains a state wherein a bolt of a bolt-and-nut set that is provided at a lower end coupling portion of the above-mentioned long band is engaged with an opening with guiding entrance of lower end coupling portion of the above-mentioned short band and the two lower end coupling portions are overlapped with each other, is provided, and coupling and releasing of the coupling of the lower end coupling portion of the above-mentioned long band with the fastener coupling portion of the above-mentioned short band are enabled without separation of the bolt-and-nut set provided at the lower end coupling portion of the above-mentioned long band.

Abstract: A reeving system for filming movies, sporting events, or any other activity that requires fluid movement of a camera or other object to any position within a defined volume of space. To accomplish positioning embodiments move an object throughout three-dimensional space by relocating one or more lines that are feed through a plurality of opposing sides of the object. These line(s) (e.g., a cable, rope, string, cord, wire, or any other flexible connective element) which support the object from above or below the object within a volume of space are arranged in way that allows the object to be rapidly moved to and from any location within the defined volume of space. For instance, the system may be arranged to perform dimensional movement using one line configured as an endless loop, one line configured as a half loop, two lines configured as endless loops or two lines configured as half loops.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for supporting conduits within a sanitary environment. Some supports are configured so as to avoid the formation of surfaces that might collect dust, debris, cleaning fluids, etc. when installed. In one embodiment, the support includes a pair of opposing support members that may be releasably and sealingly secured together. The upper support member may have a substantially uninterrupted convex surface that has a desired texture. The lower support member may be sized and shaped such that no portion thereof protrudes outwardly beyond the upper member to form any surfaces, pockets, etc. wherein dirt, debris, cleaning fluids, etc. may accumulate. A seal or grommet may be employed to establish a seal between the conduit and support to prevent the infiltration of dirt, debris, cleaning fluids, etc., between the conduit and the conduit support.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are ideally suited for use filming movies, sporting events, or any other activity that requires fluid movement of a camera or other object to any position within a defined volume of space. To accomplish such positioning embodiments of the invention are configured to move an object throughout three-dimensional space by relocating one or more lines that are feed through a plurality of opposing sides of the object. These line(s) (e.g., a cable, rope, string, cord, wire, or any other flexible connective element) which support the object over a volume of space are arranged in way that allows the object to be rapidly moved to and from any location within the defined volume of space.

Abstract: A central hub includes a plate and a sleeve attached to the plate and adapted to receive a sprinkler head. The sleeve may be a telescoping sleeve. By providing a central hub with the plate and sleeve, the central hub provides increased stability and versatility to the sprinkler head. The plate provides additional stability and support to the sleeve, and thus the sprinkler head, rendering the combination better able to operate effectively when high fluid pressures are utilized. The central hub is generally attached to a support structure by some mechanism, such as a leg. The addition of the plate adds versatility by increasing the number and variety of legs that can be used to attach the central hub to the support structure.

Abstract: There is provided an apparatus and method for enabling an elongated pipe to be installed below a ceiling using a single installer. A pair of rotatable jaws is provided. The jaws are adapted to temporarily support one end of a pipe. A fastener is provided for removably securing the apparatus to a ceiling. An extension device, in the form of an elongated rod, connects the jaws to the fastener so that one end of the pipe may be temporarily supported a predetermined distance from the ceiling and the installer may connect the other end of the pipe to another pipe or to another connecting member.

Abstract: A muffler suspension kit for use in attaching a replacement or original catalytic converter, or exhaust pipe muffler to a vehicle includes a flexible clamping band formed of stainless or regular steel. The clamping band extends around a replacement muffler and clamps an angle-shaped suspension bracket against a muffler. The suspension bracket has a plurality of apertures therein for connection to one or more elongate, longitudinally, adjustable J-hooks. The J-hooks are connected to grommets on the vehicle for attaching the muffler to the vehicle. The selective position of attachment of the J-hooks to the suspension bracket and the longitudinal adjustability of the J-hooks provides a wide range of adjustment when attaching a muffler to a vehicle.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are ideally suited for use filming movies, sporting events, or any other activity that requires fluid movement of a camera or other object to any position within a defined volume of space. To accomplish such positioning embodiments of the invention are configured to move an object throughout three-dimensional space by relocating one or more lines that are feed through a plurality of opposing sides of the object. These line(s) (e.g., a cable, rope, string, cord, wire, or any other flexible connective element) which support the object from above or below the object within a volume of space are arranged in way that allows the object to be rapidly moved to and from any location within the defined volume of space. For instance, the system may be arranged to perform dimensional movement using one line configured as an endless loop, one line configured as a half loop, two lines configured as endless loops or two lines configured as half loops.

Abstract: A strap clip for hanging piping and ductwork includes a generally inverted T-shaped clip body having a generally upright leg having an upright leg transverse slot formed therein adjacent the upper end of the generally upright leg and a first lower arm extending generally perpendicular to the generally upright leg adjacent the lower end of the generally upright leg. A second lower arm extends downward and outwards adjacent the lower end of the generally upright leg opposite the first lower arm. A third lower arm extends generally perpendicular to the upright leg generally adjacent the second lower arm. Each of the first lower arm, second lower arm and third lower arm each include a transverse slot formed therein extending generally parallel with the upright leg transverse slot. The supporting strap would be extended through the transverse slots and around the ductwork or piping to mount it on the strap.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention move objects throughout three-dimensional by using two supporting ropes each of which connects to both opposing sides of the payload. If one rope breaks, the payload gently travels to the middle of the coverage area in a safe manner, maintaining the given displacement in the other unbroken axis. One rope controls the X-axis motion of the platform and is designated the X movement rope. The other rope controls the Y-axis motion of the platform and is designated the Y movement rope. Displacing equal lengths of the X and Y movement ropes allows the Z-axis of the platform to be traversed. There is no need for a complex computer control system since the Z-axis displacement is substantially independent of X and Y axis movement over a coverage area serviced by the platform. In addition, since the ropes are commanded from one point, distantly located motors and electrical cables are not required.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for supporting conduits within a sanitary environment. Some supports are configured so as to avoid the formation of surfaces that might collect dust, debris, cleaning fluids, etc. when installed. In one embodiment, the support includes a pair of opposing support members that may be releasably and sealingly secured together. The upper support member may have a substantially uninterrupted convex surface that has a desired texture. The lower support member may be sized and shaped such that no portion thereof protrudes outwardly beyond the upper member to form any surfaces, pockets, etc. wherein dirt, debris, cleaning fluids, etc. may accumulate. A seal or grommet may be employed to establish a seal between the conduit and support to prevent the infiltration of dirt, debris, cleaning fluids, etc., between the conduit and the conduit support.

Abstract: A mounting assembly (10) includes an elongate member (12) in the form of a loop to support articles such as pipes. The loop extends around the pipe and into a bracket (24) which forms a tiltable joint through end (16) of the loop (14) held in slots (34) of the bracket (24). The bracket can be secured on a threaded drop rod (44) in order to adjust the position of the elongate member and bracket (26) as required for installation of the pipe.

Abstract: A support system for use in fire-protection sprinkler systems and for positioning and supporting a fire-protection sprinkler head in a suspended ceiling including a T-bar grid for supporting panels. The support system includes a hub defining an annular opening configured to receive the fire-protection sprinkler head, which is connected to a flexible conduit. A leg is attached to the hub and has first and second ends attached to the T-bar grid of the suspended ceiling.

Abstract: A suspending device for suspending an item such as a speaker onto a bar has a plate, a body and a retaining member. The plate is pivotally connected to an end of the body and the retaining member is connected to the other end of the body by screws. A first recessed end and a second recessed end are respectively formed on the body and the retaining member so as to firmly sandwich the bar between the first and second recessed ends. The item is connected to the plate so that the item can be securely suspended on the bar. Moreover, the item can be rotated with respect to the body so as to adjust its facing direction.

Abstract: A pipe hanger assembly is assembled from a hanger rod, a hanger block, a pipe support, at least an additional pipe support, pintles in the form of either pintle pins or bolts, and pintle retainers such as clips or nuts. The pipe supports are formed to form a throat into which a pipe is passed to engage the pipe support and the pipe support mated with the hanger block or another pipe support having an extension below the pipe support surface. The hanger block and pipe support are connected by a pintle, and lower supported pipe supports are similarly mated with the higher pipe support extension thereby forming a hanging assembly. A hanger member in the form of a “U-shaped” member also can be mated with the extension of a higher pipe support in order to suspend an additional hanger rod, hanger block and connected pipe support providing a spacing between adjacent pipe supports greater than that of two directly interconnected pipe supports.

Abstract: A fitting to prevent movement during seismic activity between a building structure or the like and a rod and channel support or the like connected to said building which may include anti-torque means between the anchor and the channel for preventing rotation of the anchor about the rod. The fitting is directed to a specific slot design to permit ease in access around a rod of a rod and channel support or the like.

Abstract: A duct supporting device for more easily hanging ducting throughout a structure. The duct supporting device includes a support member. The support member includes a first bar and a pair of upstanding bars. Each of the upstanding bars is integrally coupled to and extending outwardly from opposite ends of the first bar. The invention includes a pair of brackets for securing the support member to the pair of joists. Each of the brackets includes a base wall and a pair of side walls integrally coupled thereto and extending away therefrom in a generally parallel direction. A bottom surface of each of the base members is securably attached to one of a second end of the pair of upstanding members. Each of the side walls includes an opening extending therethrough. A plurality of securing means for releasably fastening each of the brackets to one of the joists. Each of the securing means is removably positionable in one of the openings of the pair of side walls of the brackets.

Abstract: A movable support system for use in a work space such as an office is disclosed, having a track system above at least a portion of the office with a support movably coupled to the track system and configured to project downward into the office. A worksurface is coupled to the support so that the worksurface may be brought into use in multiple locations about the office. A movable support system for an office is also disclosed, having an overhead track system configured to project over at least a portion of the office, a support slidingly suspended from the overhead track system and configured to hang downward into the office, and at least one display device coupled to the support so that the worksurface may be brought into use in multiple locations about the office.

Abstract: A central hub includes a plate and a sleeve attached to the plate and adapted to receive a sprinkler head. The sleeve may be a telescoping sleeve. By providing a central hub with the plate and sleeve, the central hub provides increased stability and versatility to the sprinkler head. The plate provides additional stability and support to the sleeve, and thus the sprinkler head, rendering the combination better able to operate effectively when high fluid pressures are utilized. The central hub is generally attached to a support structure by some mechanism, such as a leg. The addition of the plate adds versatility by increasing the number and variety of legs that can be used to attach the central hub to the support structure.

Abstract: A seismic brace for fastening to a support rod at one end and a structural portion of a building, on the other end. The brace is attachable to the support rod without disconnecting it. The brace arm part is bent at an angle of 45° to form a base bracket that connects to the support rod. A locking bracket is hinged to the brace arm to overlay the base bracket. Both the base bracket and locking bracket have a slot extending from an edge towards the middle, the slots are arranged so that they form an aperture when the locking bracket overlays the base bracket part of the brace arm to completely enclose the support rod.

Abstract: A connector for connecting a seismic brace to a support rod, such as for a cable tray, to inhibit movement of the rod during seismic activity. The connector comprises a metal connecting member having an upper portion and a lower portion joined at a juncture. Openings in the juncture, upper portion and lower portion define a slot for entry of the support rod into the slot. The connector further comprises a retainer inserted in a gap between the upper and lower portions. The retainer bridges the slot to retain the support rod in the slot. The connector permits bracing to be added without removal of the support rod from the tray and ensures that the brace remains attached during seismic activity, even where a retaining nut holding the connector to the support has become loosened.

Abstract: A cable holder for attaching cables to a support structure is in the form of a one-piece plate having first and second functional portions disposed side by side and extending in the longitudinal direction of the holder. The first portion is provided with a plurality of transverse slots disposed in parallel spaced relation along the length of the holder. The plate is made of plastic material and is provided with indicator markings spaced uniformly along one or both longitudinal edges of the plate so that the plate can be severed at the indicator markings to obtain plate segments of determined size. The first and second portions can lie in a common plane or be offset by a step or be at right angles to one another.

Abstract: A seismic brace having a brace arm for fastening to a support rod on one end and a structural portion of a building, on the other end, is attachable to the support rod without disconnecting it by a base bracket hinged to the brace arm and a locking bracket hinged to the brace arm or the base bracket to overlay the base bracket. Both the base bracket and locking bracket have a slot extending from an edge towards the middle with one slot offset form the other by ninety degrees (90°). The base bracket is bent at an angle of 45° from the horizontal which provides extra strength and resistance to lifting from the horizontal according to I.C.B.O. tests. The locking bracket has a conforming bend.

Abstract: In an arrangement for supporting an exhaust system on a motor vehicle, a mounting element is connected to a motor vehicle part, a support element is pivotally connected to the mounting element, and an intermediate retaining means, which is connected to the exhaust system, is pivotally supported by the support element, the pivot axes of the support element and the mounting element and of the intermediate retaining means are parallel and disposed in spaced relationship and so oriented that the support element is pivotable in the longitudinal direction of the exhaust system so as to permit expansion of the exhaust system.

Abstract: A seismic brace having a brace arm for fastening to a support rod on one end and a structural portion of a building, on the other end, is attachable to the support rod without disconnecting it by a base bracket hinged to the brace arm and a locking bracket hinged to the brace arm or the base bracket to overlay the base bracket. Both the base bracket and locking bracket have a slot extending from an edge towards the middle with one slot offset form the other by ninety degrees (90°).