Abstract: A device for the angular positioning of a mass with respect to a horizontal support axis includes a support arm intended to carry the mass and the mounted angularly displaceable about the support axis and the balancing device for balancing the arm connected thereto and cooperating with an elastic return member adapted to apply to a point of the support arm a mass balancing moment opposed to the moment generated by the weight of the mass. The assembly of the balancing member and the elastic return device is mounted oscillating on an oscillation axis parallel to the support axis and situated at a fixed distance therefrom so as to be orientated permanently towards the point during angular displacements of the support arm.

Abstract: An ornamental sculpted arrangement having a plurality of ornaments interconnected by a plurality of elongated frame members. The frame members have a backbone extending the length of the frame member and include a series of prearranged attachment arts each of which couples an ornament to the frame member. Ornaments are interposed between and connected to adjacent frame members to form a mesh or net of ornaments. The mesh of ornaments may be sculpted, the shape of which is determined by the distance between neighboring attachment arts, the dimension of the ornaments and the shape of the backbone. This enables the resulting sculpture to take on any desired configuration or shape, and the resulting sculpture is not influenced by gravity. The frame members are preferably formed of a material that enables the backbone to be shape to form a desired sculpted appearance. The attachment arts may be positioned in any desire arrangement on the backbone.

Abstract: A mounting arrangement for, and a method of, concealing a flange on a device, such as a lighting fixture, to be mounted on a wall, such as a ceiling, includes a support and a mask element. The support has a mounting hole extending through the support for mounting the device, a flange recess formed in the support for receiving the flange of the mounted device, and a mask recess formed in the support. The mask element is received in the mask recess and overlies the flange of the mounted device to hide the flange from view.

Abstract: A finial-adaptive pull chain has a bead chain disposed between an adaptor and a spring assembly. The adaptor retains the terminal bead of the bead chain, has external threads on the lower portion for receiving a finial and has a gripping surface on the upper portion to facilitate hand-manipulation during attachment. The upper portion has a diameter no greater than the lower portion so that the adaptor is substantially hidden from view when a finial is fully attached and does not unduly interfering with the decorative requirements of any end-user. The spring assembly has a spring for absorbing dynamic tensile forces applied during activation and deactivation to reduce the risk that the end-user will damage the electrical components of the associated device.

Abstract: The invention provides lighting fixtures, components for lighting fixtures and methods of assembling lighting fixtures. The invention involves the assembly of ornaments onto chandelier frame members without the use of hooks. The lighting fixture is sculpted by attaching ornaments to the frame in a fixed geometric pattern utilizing seating posts and retaining stops on the frame member. The frame member has an aligned position in which the retaining stops hold the crystals in place on the seating posts and a non-aligned position in which the retaining stops are moved whereby the ornaments can be placed on or off the seating posts without obstruction by the retaining stops. Preferably the chandelier is flexibly and elastically biasable into and out of the aligned and non-aligned position.

Abstract: A preformed or preassembled bowl/plate assembly, including a bowl, a plate secured with respect to the bowl and defining with the bowl a chamber, the plate having a number of openings, each configured to receive a chandelier arm in a predetermined array. The chamber houses a plurality of wires with one pair of wires extending through each of the openings in the plate from the chamber. A plate/arm arrangement is provided to permit attachment of chandelier arms to the plate while only having access to the upwardly-facing surface of the plate. The chandelier arms may be both structurally attached to the chandelier framework and electrically attached to the central wiring of the chandelier after preassembly of the bowl/plate arrangement. The chandelier arms are preferably formed in an arcuate shape with a light socket attached to a first end and a sleeve attached to a second end and a pair of wires electrically attached to the light socket.

Abstract: An electrical fixture assembly includes three transparent acrylic panels including first and second panels disposed in spaced, parallel relation to one another and each being attached to opposite edges of a third panel extending perpendicularly between the first and second panels to define an I-beam. Vertically extending support rods pivotally attach at one end to brackets on the top of the second panel and to mounting brackets on a ceiling or other overhead structure at an opposite end. Conductors leading from an external power source extend along the support rods, down opposite ends of the I-beam, and interconnect to electrical devices attached on the bottom surface of the first panel to supply electric power thereto.

Abstract: Illumination system with a light source and a surrounding cylindrical array of refracting elements producing spokes.

Abstract: A bidirectional lighting system includes a housing having a planar base and a stringer connected to end plates by a chassis. The chassis carries a bracket for light sockets and asymmetric reflectors. The edges of the base, the end plates and the stringer define a pair of windows. One light source and an associated asymmetric provide up light illumination through one of the windows and the other light source and its associated reflector provides wall wash illumination of an adjacent wall through the other window.

Abstract: A wide-dispersion indirect lamp assembly with an elongated lamp housing (14), symmetric to a central, vertical plane (26), and which prevents at least most of the light from escaping downward. The assembly includes two fluorescent tubes (28); and a reflector (30) above each of the tubes. Each reflector, seen in vertical cross section, slants upward and away from a point (32) on the upper half of the circumference of the fluorescent tube. The point (32) is preferably shifted away from the apex line (34) of the circumference of the fluorescent tube toward the central plane (26) of the lamp housing (14).

Abstract: A light assembly for securing to a ceiling fan. The light assembly includes a plurality of support arms, the first ends of which are secured to the ceiling fan via a securing device. A fixture is secured to the second end of each of the support arms for supporting a halogen bulb which is resistant to the effects of the heat emitted by a halogen bulb.

Abstract: A ceiling fan housing includes a housing member having one or more openings. A disc is secured on the housing member and includes one or more lamp holders secured to the bottom for holding light bulb and for engaging the lamp holders into the housing member via the openings. A lamp shade is secured to the bottom portion of the housing member. The disc includes a circular bulge for forming an annular channel and for receiving electric wire. A sealing ring is engaged between the housing member and the lamp shade for forming as a shock absorbing member.

Abstract: A decorative illuminating mobile apparatus includes a support member that has an engaging surface that fits a generally flat adjacent anchoring surface such as a ceiling, floor, wall or the like. A first swivel member extends away from the support member. A plurality of separately rotatable appendages are connection sequentially together by a series of addition swivel members that space each appendage a part from another adjacent appendage and away from the support member engaging surface. This arrangement stacks the rotatable appendages vertically so there is a highest appendage and a lowest appendage with a plurality of appendages therebetween for example. At least some of the appendages include a light source that is powered by electricity. An electrical supply is provided for illuminating each light source, the electrical supply including rotational light electrical supply connection at the swivels.

Abstract: A type of lamp track clamp structure, comprising a main unit, first fixing pieces, second fixing pieces, clamp pieces and conductive screws, the first fixing pieces and the second fixing pieces are installed in the main unit, the two clamp pieces are fitted on the front and back sides of the main unit, the conductive screws are screwed through the clamp pieces and the main unit to compose a lamp track clamp structure; the above configuration is so designed that the track clamp may involve a universal purpose to significantly reduce production costs and enable convenient operation.

Abstract: A lamp having a source of electrical power, an illuminating element, a base, a globe-like transparent or translucent housing around the illuminating element, the globe having facial features formed in relief on an outer surface thereof and having an upper structure consisting of ears, fur, hair or a head covering such as a hat. The lamp preferably has a plurality of brightness levels and is suitable for illumination of a juvenile environment and for use as a night light. The globe-like housing is designed so that heat from the illuminating element is transferred to the environment without an unacceptable internal heat buildup or fire hazard.

Abstract: A light assembly for securing to a ceiling fan. The light assembly includes a plurality of support arms, each defining a first end and a second end, and a securing device to which the first ends are secured. The securing device is securable to a ceiling fan. Each of the second ends carries an illuminating unit such as an incandescent, fluorescent or halogen bulb. The support arms are telescopic such that the distance the second end extends from the securing device is adjustable. Moreover, the second end is pivotable such that the direction in which the illuminating unit points is controllable.

Abstract: A universal track light mounting system for mounting luminaires or other components to track lighting tracks of different sizes. The system includes a universal track clamp having first and second brackets that mount around the outside of a track. One bracket engages the top and one side of the track while the other engages the top and one other side of the track. A clamp fastener adjustably interconnects the brackets. A third bracket may be provided to anchor the clamp fastener to one of the first and second brackets. The adjustable interconnection enables the universal track clamp to mount to tracks of different sizes. To accommodate luminaires of different sizes, the clamp has several attachment positions, which also provide a coarse adjustment of the width of the clamp. Because luminaires are mounted to the track by a clamp around the outside of the track, a separate power adapter is provided to connect the luminaire to power conductors inside the track.

Abstract: A track lighting assembly includes a track mounted to a support, the track carrying electrical conductor strips and including a slot for receiving lampholders. Tamper-proof cover members are mounted to the track to cover the portions of the slot disposed between lampholders in order to prevent additional lampholders from being installed. The cover members are attached to a back wall of the track by screws, so that the cover members can be removed only when the track is detached from the support.

Abstract: A recessed downlighting fixture mountable in a ceiling between spaced joists or carried by T-bars and the like to direct light downwardly into an environmental space. The invention particularly takes the form of a pan assembly preferably formed of a thermoplastic material of a rigidity sufficient to support standard cans or reflector housings and associated lamping, electrical wiring inter alia. A junction box preferably formed of the same thermoplastic material is mounted to the pan assembly, access being gained to the interior of the box at opposite sides the box through positive latching doors which remain open to facilitate wiring operations within the box. The thermoplastic pan mounts adjustable bar hangers for rough-in of the downlighting assembly.

Abstract: A track lighting system includes a track snap-on clip attached to a ceiling and forming a downwardly open channel into which a track member can be inserted by a snap action. The clip includes spring arms formed in opposite legs of the channel. When the track is pushed up into the channel, the spring arms are elastically displaced outwardly. When lateral shoulders of the track travel past respective spring arms, the spring arms snap inwardly to underlie the shoulders and support the track. The track snap-on clip can be mounted to the ceiling either directly by means of a fastener, or indirectly by means of another member, such as a T-bar clip or a pendant bracket.

Abstract: A clamping and connecting structure for a track light includes a track unit and a clamping unit. The track unit consists of a track with two grooves each of which receives a packing strip accommodating a lead wire. The clamping unit consists of a clamping sleeve with locking holes at both ends, a pair of clamping pieces each having an upper bent guide strip and a lower through hole, a pair of bent connecting pieces each having an upper through hole and a lower through hole, and a connecting sleeve with insert holes in one side. Screws are used to lock the upper through holes of the connecting pieces and the lower through holes of the clamping pieces to the clamping sleeve such that the guide strips are in contact with the lead wires held by the packing strips of the track. Screws are further used to lock the lower through holes of the connecting pieces to the connecting sleeve, the insert holes of which may receive insert means of a lamp.

Abstract: A light assembly includes a lower canopy for securing a lamp shade and having a socket for engaging with a lamp. A bolt sleeve has a lower portion secured to the lower canopy. A bar is secured to a ceiling and includes two slots for securing a ceiling canopy. Another bolt sleeve is engaged through the ceiling canopy and is engaged with the bar. Two couplers are secured to the bolt sleeves and each has a ring for engaging with a chain so as to form a pendent light. The lower canopy may be secured to the ceiling canopy so as to form an overhead lamp.

Abstract: A skylight and lamp combination for illuminating a room with natural and artificial light comprising a hollow housing having an open top end sealed with a generally transparent upper cover, an open bottom end, and a peripheral surface therearound with the housing adapted to be secured to a roof such that the top end is extended upwards therefrom for collecting incident natural light and the bottom end is extended downwards into a room for releasing the natural light; and a plurality of lamp fixtures disposed within the housing and coupled thereto for emitting artificial light through the bottom end of the housing when electrically energized.

Abstract: Emergency lighting housing/canopy interfacing structure. The structure employs one or more fasteners which may be positioned into place quickly and simply without the aid of tools in order to retain the housing and canopy securely together. Additional redundance members such as conventional snap-fitting barb members may additionally be employed to assist in installation and for extra safety. The present invention accordingly provides emergency lighting housing/canopy interfaces which allow simple, quick and reliable installation of emergency lighting fixtures, but which add additional structure to support the housing and the considerable load imparted by transformers, batteries and other structure within the housing. A preferred embodiment includes an elongated fastener which may be snapped and rotated into place into mounting posts formed on the canopy.

Abstract: A fluorescent luminaire, of the suspended overhead type, is constructed with the lamps of the "U" type having both electrical connections at the same end so that the lamp forms a cantilever suspension from a central housing. The ballast means is formed perpendicular to the lamps and placed in the central housing to concentrate the weight there and separate the heat-generated there from that generated by the lamps. Translucent/reflector sections and baffle means extending from the central housing are made of a lightweight plastic material. To assist in starting the lamps and for support, a metallic reflector or support extends adjacent to and parallel to the lamps and is grounded at or within the central housing. The reflector/translucent means and lamps are arranged so as to eliminate bright and/or dark spots.

Abstract: A track mounting fixture for an electric fan includes a sliding member adapted to be mounted in a track lighting fixture and constructed to retain an electric fan. Contact members on the sliding member contact conductive strips within a channel on the track member and supply power to the fan at any desired position along the channel length. The fan position may be adjusted easily by sliding the sliding member along the channel and by pivoting the fan about a joint on the sliding member.

Abstract: The invention relates to a kit for designing a lighting arrangement, in which light fixtures (8) are clamped in tracks with electric conductors, which are hung from the ceiling. The kit consists of the combination of two track elements (3) which are hung from a ceiling (9) by hanging rods (10) and a low-voltage transformer (12). The track elements (3) each have two recesses (4, 5) disposed one above the other at the same side of track element (3), and two low-voltage electric conductors (6) are arranged in one of the recesses (5) at a distance from and opposite one another, the other recess (4) being used to mount the light fixtures (8) and for connection of the track elements (3) on a track connector (7).

Abstract: A cover plate is designed for use in either wall mounting or ceiling mounting applications. The cover plate comprises a base forming a base plane for mounting said plate flush against a support surface. A main body is connected to the base and has a generally flat mounting surface disposed in the plane parallel to the base and a sloped mounting surface inclined with respect to the base plane. A pair of first mounting holes are formed in the flat mounting surface which have an axis substantially perpendicular to the base plane. A pair of second mounting holes are formed in the sloped mounting surface and have an axis disposed at an angle with respect to the base plane. In ceiling mounting applications, lighting fixtures are received in the first mounting holes. Conversely, in wall mounting applications, the lighting fixtures are received in the second mounting holes.

Abstract: The structure comprises, in combination, lattice elements (1) with successive sides (1A) inclined in opposite directions; longitudinal connecting pieces (1B) and partial longitudinal connecting pieces (1C) for the joining of successive lattice clients (1) in alignment with each other; links (3) for connection between longitudinal connecting pieces (1B, 1C) of adjacent lattice elements (1) which have been brought together; components for mechanical connection (5, 7) between successive lattice elements (1) and/or components for mechanical and electrical connection (24, 26) between successive lattice elements; adaptors (61, 71) which may be fitted to said longitudinal connecting pieces (1B, 1C) for lighting or consumer units to be combined with the reticular structure.

Abstract: Device for the support and power supply of very low voltage lighting, for example 12 V, by means of non-sheathed conducting rails, resulting in very stable and aesthetic lamps. Each rail (1) is composed of two identical conducting rods (15) connected by an intermediate insulating strip (16), the edges (17) of which are projecting. The general profile of the rail is polygonal and includes opposite grooves (27) on each conducting rod, for firmly securing plates serving to connect the rails to one another or to lamps. The rail comprises flat upper and lower surfaces (20, 21) against which suspension clamps or magnetically fixed electrical connectors can be applied. Application in home lighting appliances or display areas.

Abstract: A low voltage track lighting construction in which the transformer is mounted within a housing carried by an elongated track for adjustable movement therealong. A vertically oriented cylindrical member is relatively rotationally adjustable with respect to the housing and depends therefrom. The cylindrical member has a pair of oppositely disposed sockets. Engaging the cylindrical member are a pair of corresponding plugs, each plug supporting a vertically oriented rod section which may be effectively lengthened by engagement with additional sections. Slidably positioned on the rods are a second pair of plug elements, the inner ends of which engage corresponding parts of a lamp holding element to enable the lamp carrying element to be supported for pivotal movement about a horizontal axis. Additionally, the lamp holding element is capable of adjustment along a vertical axis and rotation about the same vertical axis.

Abstract: A modular angular/curvature illumination assembly includes a plurality of channel units each of which has two opposite side walls gradually shaped by a step-by-step rolling process, during which a metal plate is moved through a series of roller die sets for rolling treatment. The die sets apply varying amount of pressure on the plate. A light unit is mounted on one of the channel units. A plurality of coupling units interconnect the channel units in such a manner that the side walls of any adjacent pair of the channel units are coupled together by means of one of the coupling units.

Abstract: A lighting system employs luminaires having reflectors with a fluorescent lamp support frame at the base end of the inside of the reflector. The support frame includes a plurality of extensions for holding the bases of compact fluorescent lamps arranged in a general star configuration around the center line of the reflector. The extensions are at an angle to cause the compact fluorescent lamps to follow the outwardly-flared inside surface of the reflector. A system of luminaires then provides a substantially uniform volume of light in a facility due to the patterns of overlapping light contributed by the individual luminaires.

Abstract: A ceiling-mountable light fixture adaptable for stand-alone use or use in connection with a ceiling fan is described. The fixture is mountable directly to a ceiling-mounted electrical junction box. The fixture is adapted to receive a suspension member, whereby a conventional ceiling fan may be suspended below the fixture, such that the fixture is positioned between the fan blades and the ceiling. The fixture is preferably pan-shaped, with a relatively flat base and an octagonal wall depending from the base. A distal portion of the wall is turned outwardly to define a flange which is positioned in facing contact with the ceiling when the fixture is mounted thereon. The fixture includes a central boss, which is elevated with respect to the base on a top side of the fixture, to define a recess on a bottom side thereof. The boss has a circular opening extending therethrough and an annular surface surrounding the opening.

Abstract: An adapter is used to connect a conventional lamp shade finial to a pull chain for a fan or the like. The adapter has a length of bead chain, and a threaded member on one end of the chain. A larger bead prevents the threaded member from coming off the chain; and, the threaded member is sized to be received by the standard base for a lamp shade finial. A lip on the threaded member limits the insertion of the threaded member into the finial base. The other end of the length of bead chain has a connector to connect the adapter to the existing pull chain, and this may be a conventional bead chain connector.

Abstract: A track-mounted lighting fixture including a track mounting device having a split extended from a horizontal top mounting channel to an outer thread thereof, a lock nut threaded onto the outer thread, and a connector to connect a lamp holder to the track mounting device, whereby the pitch is enlarged for allowing the track mounting device to be mounted on an overhead track as the lock nut is turned in one direct; the pitch is shortened for allowing the track mounting device to be firmly retained to the overhead track as the lock nut is turned in the reversed direction.

Abstract: An assembly is disclosed for mounting on an inclined planar surface, a light fixture suspended by at least one fixture suspension cable and provided with at least one power cord. In general, the mounting assembly comprises a mounting base, and first and second suspension means. The mounting base is for attachment to a planar structure disposed relative to a reference plane, and includes at least one power cord suspension aperture. The first suspension means is operably associated with the mounting base and is adapted for attachment to one end of the fixture cable. The second suspension means is mounted through the power cord suspension aperture and is adapted for attachment to a portion of the power cord. The first suspension means and the second suspension means each permit pivotal movement of the fixture suspension cable and the power cord, respectively, that is, relative to the mounting base, and the first suspension means and the second suspension means are operable independent of each other.

Abstract: A pyramidal signal light includes a translucent base panel and triangular side panels having reflective interior surfaces, with each of the translucent panels having at their intersection adjacent panels and an array of light members. In this manner, reflective illumination within the structure projected exteriorly thereof is visible in a unique projection of illumination.

Abstract: A ceiling fan includes a ceiling support plate; a plurality of support arms extending downwardly in a cone-shaped, triangular pattern from the ceiling support plate; and a bowl-shaped housing suspended from the support arms and housing the fan motor. A bowl-shaped fan motor cover mounted in the housing covers the fan motor and decorative trim is mounted to the base of the support member and on the support arms to create an aesthetically pleasing appearance. Tubular lights are mounted around the interior perimeter of the housing to provide indirect lighting in a room.

Abstract: A mounting device for hanging lighting fixtures from a ceiling. A quick connect hanger assembly having a universal design which is readily adapted to different suspension media. The assembly includes a suspension media adapter and a separate hanger bracket.

Abstract: A ceiling canopy for a pendant light fixture comprising a cup shaped enclosure which serves to conceal the ceiling box and electrical connections and means of suspension of the fixture, with the additional feature of containing a low voltage power supply like e.g. a toroidal transformer surrounding the pendant suspension cord and having, on its external surface, means for mounting one or several individually adjustable lamp holders for low voltage reflector lamps which are powered from said power supply and may be directed towards individual objects in the room.

Abstract: A lighting fixture assembly is provided which includes the possible use of multiple types of fixture fittings, a light fixture which allows for multi-directional lighting, pendants and a reflecting surface which is preferably a ceiling panel having a reflecting face. The lighting fixture assembly can be assembled into a uniform assembly so as to be easily attachable and detachable from a hung-ceiling.

Abstract: An assembly is provided which is portable and which includes a cuplike base having mounted therein an article such as a lamp unit. The base is provided with a cover which normally protects the article and renders the same readily portable and for storage. The base or the cover or both are provided with magnetic surfaces for mounting the article on a flexible panel such as the type formed of fabric or cloth mas may be found, for example, in a tent. In one embodiment, the article is a lamp unit which may be of several forms including a simple lamp socket suspended from the lamp cord. The lamp unit may also be in the form of a fixed lamp socket retained within the base by a special lens. On the other hand, the lamp socket may be carried by a plurality of arms which are pivotally mounted to one another so as to projectable from within the base to a depending position supporting the lamp socket.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting a primary lamp and a secondary lamp is disclosed. The apparatus comprises primary and secondary brackets, and primary and secondary sockets. The primary socket is affixed to the primary bracket, and receives the primary lamp, preferably a high intensity discharge lamp. The secondary bracket has a first end affixed to the primary bracket and a second end. The secondary socket is affixed to the secondary bracket, and receives the secondary lamp, preferably an incandescent lamp. The primary bracket defines a projected perimeter. The second end of the secondary bracket is normally biased to an operating position where the secondary lamp extends outside the projected perimeter of the primary bracket, but can be moved to a maintenance position where the secondary lamp is within the projected perimeter of the primary bracket. In operation, the secondary lamp is thus spaced apart from the primary lamp.

Abstract: A low voltage track lighting system is provided wherein the track transmits current at 12 V AC to standard quartz halogen 12 volt lamps. The track may be made of interlocking components, namely; an electrical strip made of copper tubes partially embedded in a flexible plastic member, and a metal bracket for attachment to a ceiling, wall, or other support. The attachment system between the track and a given fixture uses magnetic attraction, and wherein replaceable magnets in the mount of each fixture attach to the metal bracket of the track to hold the fixture in place and provide the force for contact with the electrical strip.

Abstract: A lighting device comprises a support plate having first and second sides and a current supply attached to the first side; a structure for supporting the support plate at a distance from a surface of a room is provided, defining a laterally open space between the support plate and the surface; a leg having first and second ends, the first end penetrating the plate and protruding from the second side; a first socket is attached to the second end for attaching and electrically connecting a light bulb, and a second socket is disposed on the first side in the space for attaching and electrically connecting a further light bulb for indirectly lighting the room. The plate may be spaced from the surface by a cast resin body into which the current supply is embedded, or by a holder in the form of a multi-legged holder star.

Abstract: A globe hub for a casual electric light fixture comprising a cap and a globe holder connectable at a point of joinder by fasteners. Electrical wires extend into the interior of the hub through access openings located at the point of joinder, being connected to a lamp socket held by the globe holder. Wire gripping surfaces extend from the interior of the cap and the globe holder, engaging and anchoring the wiring securely within the hub and allowing stresses imposed thereon to be evenly distributed, thereby avoiding damage to the electrical connection.

Abstract: A concealable surgical light device such as for a birthing room has a frame for supporting the light on one side and a decorative panel on the other side. The frame includes reinforcing ribs positioned in a Y shape, and a cylindrical section at the intersection of the ribs for attaching the light. The frame is rotatably supported inside a housing which is fixed within the ceiling structure. At one end of the housing there is a fixed tube and a bearing and at the other end is an output shaft of a speed reducer gear connected to the frame through a torque limiter and slip clutch for rotatably supporting the frame. Wires are fed through the tube without being subjected to rubbing or twisting. In a closed position of the frame, the light is concealed within the ceiling structure and the decorative panel is flush with the ceiling. In an open position, the light is deployable as it faces into the birthing room.

Abstract: A device for suspending hangings on ornamental structures, especially lighting fittings, the hanging comprising an eye (2) into which a hook (4) formed on a rod (3) can be hooked and on which a bush (5) is longitudinally slidable. The bush is provided with two mutually opposite slots (6) for being placed onto the eye (2). The hook on the supporting rod is formed by a downwardly inclined straight recess (4). The eye engages this hook with a straight and level inner edge such that it does not twist relative to the rod.

Abstract: An adjustable mounting frame, and a kit including this frame, for mounting recessed lighting fixtures, and a method therefor. The mounting frame includes a mounting ring and spring members which can hold a lighting fixture trim in place. In addition to the mounting frame, the kit may also include fastening means for mounting the frame onto the ceiling, a junction box, an electrical conduit and/or a socket cup. The mounting method generally involves the steps of installing the mounting frame in the ceiling, and mounting the trim in the frame by inserting the trim into the spring members.