Rigid Angle Patents (Class 403/403)
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Patent number: 7913472Abstract: An improved connector formed with a seat member that is stiffened by first and second reinforcing flanges that extend around first and second corners at either end of a third edge of the seat member, the first and second reinforcing flanges being connected to the third edge and to first and second edges that intersect with the third edge, the fist and second edges also having side members connected to the seat member. When used as a hanger, the connector includes a seat member, first and second backwall members which are connected to the supporting girder and first and second side members connected to the supported trusses. A flange member integrally connected to the seat provides further connection when a jack truss is supported.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 2002Date of Patent: March 29, 2011Assignee: Simpson Strong-Tie Company, Inc.Inventors: Steve Troth, Jin-Jie Lin, Jacinta Pister
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Patent number: 7914223Abstract: A determinant assembly feature for a joint assembly and a method of assembly therefor. The joint assembly includes a structure and a web connected thereto. The structure includes a base, a pair of legs extending from the base to define a channel, and one or more location control receiving elements in either leg. The web includes a thickness control element and one or more location control elements correspondingly matched to the location control receiving elements. The method includes providing a structure comprising a base, a pair of legs extending from the base to define a channel and one or more location control receiving elements in either leg; providing a web comprising one or more location control elements and a thickness control element; and inserting the web into the structure, wherein the one or more location control elements is correspondingly matched to the one or more location control receiving elements.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 2009Date of Patent: March 29, 2011Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: Jeffrey H. Wood, Michael P. Renieri, Thomas R. Berkel
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Patent number: 7857550Abstract: The invention relates to a connection profile (10) with a constant cross-sectional shape for joining bulkheads to beam elements. The connection profile (10) comprises a center strip (12), on which a receiving profile (16) for connecting to the beam element (102) as well as a joining profile (14) for joining a lock element of the sheet pile are formed. The joining profile (14), when viewing its cross-section, comprises a straight transition section (18), which protrudes from the center strip (12) at least approximately at a right angle and which transitions into a semicircular hook section (20) pointing in the direction of the flat side. An end section (22) follows the hook section so that the transition section (18), the hook section (20) and the end section (22), together with the flat side of the center strip (12), form a receiving channel (24), which is open toward one side, for receiving the lock element of the sheet pile.Type: GrantFiled: February 1, 2006Date of Patent: December 28, 2010Assignee: Pilepro, LLCInventors: Richard Heindl, Georg Wall, Rob R. Wendt
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Patent number: 7806620Abstract: Corner joint, in particular a corner joint (1) for cabinetwork which is made of hollow molds (2-3), whereby this corner joint (1) has at least one infeed corner piece (4) with two infeed parts (5-6) extending at an angle which extend in the respective far ends of the molds (2-3) to be joined, characterized in that it is provided with supplementary features which increase the resistance of this corner joint (1) and thus of the mitre as a whole against deformation.Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 1999Date of Patent: October 5, 2010Inventor: Alain Brochez
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Patent number: 7770315Abstract: A system for mounting a frame (e.g., a mirror frame) allows the frame to be easily installed, securely mounted and readily replaced without damaging the mounting surface (e.g., the surrounding wall or mirror) or the frame. No tools are required to mount or unmount the frame. The mounting hardware is concealed within the frame.Type: GrantFiled: July 26, 2007Date of Patent: August 10, 2010Assignee: Moen IncorporatedInventors: Alan M. Bauer, Viorel Berlovan
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Patent number: 7717376Abstract: The present disclosure includes a number of device and system embodiments. One such bracket device embodiment includes a coupling segment having two coupling legs for connecting to a first support member and a mounting segment having two mounting legs for connecting to a second support, and wherein the mounting legs are arranged to be oriented in an opposite direction relative the coupling legs when attached to the second support, the mounting legs perpendicular in one axial dimension to the coupling legs.Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 2006Date of Patent: May 18, 2010Inventor: Douglas M. Sparks, Jr.
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Patent number: 7677830Abstract: A furniture joinery comprises a slide rail having a plurality of grooves, at least one slide block slidably disposed in the slide rail, the slide block having a plurality of slides for engaging the slide rail, at least one of the plurality of slides having a neck and a head, the grooves receiving the neck therein.Type: GrantFiled: April 6, 2007Date of Patent: March 16, 2010Inventor: Michael T. Brown
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Patent number: 7641414Abstract: Asymmetrical joint systems, structures having interlocking joints, methods of fabricating asymmetric joint systems and methods for fabricating structures having interlocking joints. In a preferred embodiment, the invention a joint system comprising an asymmetrical mortise into which an asymmetrical tenon fits. In another preferred embodiment, the invention is a quadrilateral structure that incorporates a diamond-shaped bracing system. In another preferred embodiment, the invention is a quadrilateral structure that incorporates a rotational lockdown component.Type: GrantFiled: September 2, 2005Date of Patent: January 5, 2010Inventor: Jared L. Joyce
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Patent number: 7611302Abstract: An apparatus for mutually stably connecting profiled elements, comprising inserts which are adapted for stably accommodating, each within a respective profiled element, units for anchoring to the contoured ends of the inserts which are directed toward the outside of each profiled element, and a tension member whose ends are associated with the units.Type: GrantFiled: June 14, 2007Date of Patent: November 3, 2009Assignee: Corradi S.p.A.Inventor: Luca Grazioso
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Patent number: 7604429Abstract: A connecting node for fixing a mounting rail in abutting relationship to another mounting rail includes a connecting device having at least one holder into which the mounting rail is inserted and fixed to the other mounting rail in transverse relationship; an opening provided above the at least one holder; and an angle member having two limbs including a first limb inserted into the opening above the at least one holder and a second limb fixed to the one mounting rail inserted in the at least one holder.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 2002Date of Patent: October 20, 2009Assignee: fischerwerke Artur Fischer GmbH & Co. KGInventor: Joachim Prange
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Patent number: 7600355Abstract: A unitary molded corner piece, shaped as a right angle V, has a grooved base with slide openings on adjacent sides of the base for receiving and joining together a pair of orthogonally oriented J channel pieces in an assembly. Right angles of the unitary corner piece are spaced apart and defined by spaced vertical walls shaped as an inner and outer angle. Such angles are joined together at the top of the vertical walls by a closed loop. Two orthogonal oriented J channels slide into the corner base while a J channel vertical wall and a J channel top piece slide within the space defined between the vertical walls of the right angle V of the corner piece. A loose free end of the J channel fits within the adjoining loop of the corner piece. Reinforcing ribs in a J channel receiving pocket both frictionally hold a J channel inserted into said corner piece and guide water as a trough.Type: GrantFiled: January 16, 2007Date of Patent: October 13, 2009Inventor: Robert D. Klein
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Patent number: 7597500Abstract: An arrangement for assembling two parts by screw-fastening, includes a horizontal flat first part including a housing which extends axially along a screw axis contained in the horizontal plane of the first part and which houses the screw and the nut, at least part of which collaborates with a thrust surface of the housing so as to immobilize the nut axially when a tightening force is applied, and a vertical second part orthogonal to the first part including a first and a second bearing surface which bearing surfaces, in the assembled position, collaborate one of them with a reaction surface of the first part and the other with a clamping surface of the screw whose threaded shank passes through the second part in such a way that part of the screw applies an axial clamping force to the second bearing surface in order to immobilize the first and second parts.Type: GrantFiled: December 21, 2006Date of Patent: October 6, 2009Assignee: Sidel ParticipationsInventor: Alain Gernez
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Patent number: 7594367Abstract: A connection structure for a log wall includes a plurality of logs extending horizontally in an axial direction and stacked vertically to form a wall, the logs each having an end face at one end thereof, the end faces of the logs being generally vertically aligned with each other and defining an edge surface of the wall; a plurality of connectors retained within the wall adjacent the edge surface of the wall; a plurality of fastener access passageways in the wall, each fastener access passageway extending between a respective connector and the edge surface of the wall; and a plurality of fasteners, each fastener extending through a respective fastener access passageway and having a first end coupled to a respective connector and a second end opposite the first end, the second end extending proud of the edge surface of the wall.Type: GrantFiled: August 11, 2006Date of Patent: September 29, 2009Assignee: Pointblank Design Inc.Inventor: Gregory A. Clarke
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Patent number: 7562951Abstract: A wall cabinet system includes a bracket and a plurality of fasteners for connecting first and second side panels and first and second shelves. The bracket includes a plurality of fastener receiving holes. A first fastener extends through an upper side panel and a first fastener receiving hole; a second fastener extends through the lower side panel and a second fastener receiving hole; a third fastener extends through the upper side panel, a third fastener receiving hole, and the upper shelf; and a fourth fastener extends through the lower side panel, a fourth fastener receiving hole, and the lower shelf.Type: GrantFiled: March 18, 2005Date of Patent: July 21, 2009Assignee: Windquest Companies, Inc.Inventors: Randall E. Tallman, William J. Lown
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Patent number: 7559180Abstract: To provide a fixing apparatus for a structural member capable of preventing a first and a second engagement member from disengaging from an engagement groove of a pair of structural members. The first and second engagement members 4, 4? are held in such a manner as being able to move in the direction of the width of the engagement groove A1 by a holding member 5. A coiled spring 7 for biasing the first and second engagement members in the direction away from each other is disposed between the first and second engagement members 4 and 4?. The coiled spring 7 causes the first engagement member 4 to be abutted with a protruding part A2 of the engagement groove A1 of the structural member A and a protrusion of the engagement groove of the other structural member (not shown) and the second engagement member 4? to be abutted with a protrusion A3 of the engagement groove A1 of the structural member A and a protruding part of the engagement groove of the other structural member.Type: GrantFiled: March 10, 2005Date of Patent: July 14, 2009Assignee: Sugatsune Kogyo Co., Ltd.Inventor: Shinichi Ajiki
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Patent number: 7549819Abstract: A device comprising two hollow profiles which are arranged approximately at a right angle from each other and each of which is provided with a profiling channel that extends parallel to the longitudinal axis (A) of the profile and an undercut longitudinal groove in at least one lateral face of the profile, the longitudinal groove extending parallel to the profiling channel. The two hollow profiles are held together by a connecting screw whose shaft engages into the profiling channel of one hollow profile and whose screw head is mounted within an undercut longitudinal groove of the other hollow profile. The periphery of the screw head is provided with grooves or notches that run on planes extending from the longitudinal axis (M) of the shaft while forming ribs therebetween.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 2004Date of Patent: June 23, 2009Inventor: Ulrich Stauss
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Publication number: 20090129859Abstract: An assembly (1) between a side member (2) and a rear panel (3), for instance in a piece of furniture, a wardrobe or a kitchen element. The assembly consists of a flange part (3a) of the rear panel (3) inserted sidewards into a locking slot (6a) in the side member (2), the insertion of the flange part (3a) being effected via a longitudinal slot (8) at the access to the locking slot (6). The rear panel (3) is secured to the side member (2) by at least one part (10) of the side member (2) extending into at least one withdrawal slot (20) in the rear panel (3), or by at least a part (21) of the rear panel extending into at least one withdrawal slot (23) in the side member (2). Hereby an assembly is obtained which is not only light of weight, but which is also solid and robust and easy to set up.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 24, 2006Publication date: May 21, 2009Inventor: Benny Andersson
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Patent number: 7533508Abstract: A connector or clip is provided for connecting a metal stud or other member to a support structure. The connector or clip includes a connecting plate for connecting to the stud or other member. A base plate extends from the connecting plate and is adapted to mount to the support structure. A juncture or fold line is defined between the connecting plate and the base plate. One or more ribs are formed in the base plate and extend generally perpendicular to the juncture. In one embodiment, an upturned edge is formed along one side of the base plate opposite the juncture. Further, a reinforcing member is adapted to be secured to the base plate such that both the base plate and reinforcing member can be secured to an adjacent support surface or structure via a connecting fastener.Type: GrantFiled: March 12, 2002Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: The Steel Network, Inc.Inventors: Edward R. diGirolamo, Michael L. Torres
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Patent number: 7527456Abstract: A rod-type connecting profiled element (10) for connecting sheet piles to carrier elements comprises a central strip (12) that separates two opposing connecting profiled elements (16, 18), each of which respectively forms a saw (24, 42). One connecting profiled element is embodied as a plug-in profiled element (16) for the carrier element and the other connecting profiled element is embodied as a receiving profiled element (18) for connecting a sheet pile. The central strip (12) comprises, on the side of the receiving profiled element (18), a central section (14) having a straight plane inner wall (30) to which a first short end section (32) is connected on one side, said short end section protruding past the central section (14) at an angle of approximately 90°, and being connected thereto by means of a transition section (36) having an inner wall with a cross-section that follows a quadrant.Type: GrantFiled: May 2, 2005Date of Patent: May 5, 2009Assignee: Pile Pro, LLCInventors: Richard Heindl, Rob R. Wendt, Georg Wall
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Patent number: 7503150Abstract: A connector assembly for a building structure is provided. The connector assembly includes an elongated track that is mounted to a first member of a building frame structure. A connecting member is connected to the elongated track and retained within a pair of opposed channels that form a part of the track. Connected to the connecting member is a second member of the building frame structure. Formed in the connecting member is at least one elongated slot that permits the connecting member to be connected to the second member and for there to be relative movement between the connecting member and the second member. Further, the connecting member is slidable back and forth within the elongated track. Thus, it is appreciated that bidirectional movement between the first and second members can be accommodated by the connecting member sliding back and forth along the track on one hand and by there being relative movement about the connection between the connecting member and the second member.Type: GrantFiled: July 7, 2004Date of Patent: March 17, 2009Assignee: The Steel Network, Inc.Inventors: Edward R. diGirolamo, Michael Torres, Gary Bennett, Michael Booth
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Patent number: 7500802Abstract: A three-dimensional joint structure of a support frame for vehicles can include two hollow profiles, of which the first hollow profile has at least one planar side and is cut through around its circumference except for a web lying in this planar side and is bent around this web. The second hollow profile has at least two planar sides that press against the ends of the first hollow profile resulting from the cutting and bending. The two hollow profiles are integrally joined to one another at the edge region of the ends.Type: GrantFiled: April 4, 2003Date of Patent: March 10, 2009Assignee: ThyssenKrupp Steel AGInventor: Lothar Patberg
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Patent number: 7497054Abstract: A column-and-beam join structure comprises connecting the column and beam with a pair of split tees. At least one split tee has a web with a portion of the web having a reduced cross-sectional area. The web with the reduced cross-sectional area is located between a flange of the beam and a buckling restraint. The buckling restraint is connected to the flange of the beam with bolts. The sides of the bolts are in the proximity to the side surface of the portion of the web of the split tee having the reduced cross-sectional area. Annular members may be arranged surrounding portions of the bolts that are in proximity to the side surface of the portion of the web having the reduced cross-sectional area.Type: GrantFiled: May 6, 2004Date of Patent: March 3, 2009Assignee: Nippon Steel CorporationInventors: Toru Takeuchi, Yasushi Maeda, Kazuaki Suzuki, Ken Okada, Satoshi Yamada, Akira Wada
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Patent number: 7497531Abstract: The present invention is a modular construction method for enclosures and counter assemblies. The counter assembly has a series of modules, which can be added or removed at will. The counter assembly comprises an innovative metal framework having modules connected by angled splices to enhance customization into variable shapes and sizes. Cross-supporting framework and perimeter rails may be added to incorporate customized components for drawers, shelving, appliances, storage, access doors, vents, and the like. The framework is capable of supporting countertops formed in a shape corresponding to the shape of the modular assembly. Side panels may be supported on the framework for purposes of enclosing the assembly, said panels being attached by a plurality of metal clips designed to fit into the metal framework with extensions designed to secure the side panels. The framework and components of the counter assembly are moveable, rearrangeable, and replaceable.Type: GrantFiled: December 31, 2004Date of Patent: March 3, 2009Inventor: James Lee Gross
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Patent number: 7472969Abstract: Attachments to affix panel covers, with snap together latches and/or catches to elements such as rods or panels and thereby attaching the rods and/or panels to each other to form structures.Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 2003Date of Patent: January 6, 2009Assignee: Cube Concepts, LLCInventor: Darren Saravis
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Publication number: 20080298888Abstract: In fixing a standing board to a main board, the standing board is held by a first and a second fixing holder and fixed at right angles to the main board. The first and the second fixing holders are identical, being formed of metal plates having the same shape. The first fixing holder holds one of two opposite edges of the standing board with a side board thereof extending from an edge of a back board face in a direction perpendicular thereto such that the back board face and one face of the standing board face each other and are substantially parallel to each other. The second fixing holder holds the other one of the two opposite edges of the standing board with a side board thereof extending from an edge of a back board face in a direction perpendicular thereto such that the back board face and the other face of the standing board face each other and are substantially parallel to each other.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 11, 2008Publication date: December 4, 2008Inventor: Shinji Morita
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Patent number: 7451535Abstract: A semi-frameless cabinet system including a top panel, bottom panel, two side panels, and a back panel. The cabinet may also include one or more middle shelves, drawers, or doors. Each of the forward facing sides of the cabinet include a grooved surface, wherein edging is secured to each panels such that the panels and edging form an interior space within the cabinet. The edging overlaps the outer edge of the cabinet panels, but not the inner edge, such that the edging and panels are flush within the interior space of the cabinet. As such, the cabinet employs the advantages of both framed and frameless cabinetry.Type: GrantFiled: May 31, 2006Date of Patent: November 18, 2008Assignee: MasterBrand Cabinets, Inc.Inventors: Andrew D. Wells, Wayne Andrew Brinkman, John Bennett Rose, II
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Patent number: 7448599Abstract: A bracket system for forming gate assemblies comprising at least two brace members that are rigidly attached to hinge assemblies. The brace members are adapted to be attached to support members to form two corners of a gate box functioning as the structural portion of the gate assembly. The hinge assemblies are adapted to be rigidly attached to a fence post to allow the gate assembly to pivot relative to the fence post. Gate assemblies of arbitrary height and width can be formed using the bracket system.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2007Date of Patent: November 11, 2008Assignee: Homax Products, Inc.Inventor: Richard Boroviak
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Patent number: 7445400Abstract: A structure of joining in a T shape two frame members of U-shaped cross sections having openings is provided. At a joint of the first frame member and the second frame member, a reinforcing member mounted with unfoamed resin is set within the first and second frame members. A foamed resin fills the spaces between the first and second frame members and the reinforcing member. The first and second frame members, foamed resin and reinforcing member are integrally united, having a high strength at the joint of the two frame members.Type: GrantFiled: September 3, 2003Date of Patent: November 4, 2008Assignee: Honda Giken Kogyo Kabushiki KaishaInventor: Toshihiro Takeuchi
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Patent number: 7413386Abstract: A continuous connecting profile (10) for attachment of sheet piles to supporting elements has a central rib bar (16) that separates from each other two oppositely-placed attachment profiles, each having a jaw, and is a part of both attachment profiles. One of the attachment profiles is configured as a mounting profile for the supporting element, and the other attachment profile is configured as a receiving profile for a lock of an attaching sheet pile.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2005Date of Patent: August 19, 2008Assignee: Pilepro, LLCInventors: Richard Heindl, Georg Wall, Rob R. Wendt
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Patent number: 7413367Abstract: A combinational commodity engaging unit which can connect by engaging plates of a computer desk, a TV cabinet etc. in order to assemble the combinational commodity without using an auxiliary tool, the engaging unit includes at least: a fixing seat embedded in a first plate, a hollow engaging member embedded in a second plate and having its bottom portion engaged in the fixing seat, and a fixing rod extended into the interior of the hollow engaging member to maintain the hollow engaging member in a state of engaging the fixing seat. By combination of the above stated fixing seat, hollow engaging member and fixing rod, the combinational commodity can be assembled without using an auxiliary tool.Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 2006Date of Patent: August 19, 2008Assignee: Kenmark Industrial Co., Ltd.Inventor: James Hawang
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Patent number: 7413365Abstract: A connecting construction for components of a system frame, having frameworks which have frame struts (12) and cross brackets (14) connecting the frame struts (12), a sheet steel corner plate (20) which is arranged in each case in the region in which the cross bracket (14) is connected to the frame strut (12) and which has a corner recess (22) in the corner region of the region in which the cross bracket (14) is connected to the frame strut (12), by means of which a coupling unit can be connected to the frame strut (12), is distinguished in that a further recess (24) is provided approximately level with the corner recess (22) and offset inward, and a further coupling unit having a first coupling element and a second coupling element is provided, it being possible for a frame tube to be connected to the first coupling element, and the second coupling element being designed in such a manner that it can be fastened in the further recess (24) of the sheet steel corner plate (20) with a positive and/or non-positivType: GrantFiled: July 18, 2003Date of Patent: August 19, 2008Assignee: Wilhelm Layher Vermogensverwaltungs GmbHInventor: Helmut Kreller
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Patent number: 7341395Abstract: A combinational bolt which comprises a screw unit and a sleeve unit. The screw unit has a plurality of threads on a surface of a front terminal, the threads make the screw unit connect with a target object, another terminal of the screw unit forms a first concave portion. The sleeve unit, which is set inside the target object, also connects and surrounds the screw unit. A sink-proof portion is set on the surface of one terminal of the sleeve unit, the sink-proof portion makes the sleeve unit clamp onto the target object, and the outer surface of the sleeve unit has a plurality of strengthen circle units and a plurality of cut slots, and a second concave portion forms inside the sleeve unit, the first concave portion and the second concave portion clamp together.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 2005Date of Patent: March 11, 2008Inventor: Ju-Chiung Tseng
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Patent number: 7284672Abstract: A multi-stage fastening structure comprises an extension rod, a plurality of locking devices, and two fastening devices. A lateral retaining plate is formed at each end of the extension rod. A first flange and a second flange having different outer diameters from each other are formed on each of the locking devices. Each of the fastening devices comprises a sliding plate and a fastener. The sliding plate comprises: a locking part formed by bending the sliding plate; a trench formed on the sliding plate; a track mounted on each side of the trench; and a plurality of through holes formed on the sliding plate in front of the trench. The fastener comprises: a slideway on each side; an inward retaining plate on one edge of the fastener; a fingerboard on the other edge of the fastener; and a locking pawl formed on the bottom of the fastener near the fingerboard.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 2005Date of Patent: October 23, 2007Assignee: Enlight CorporationInventor: Shiang-Shiang Tsai
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Patent number: 7264416Abstract: A hollow chamber profile system for precision superstructures for gauges, measuring and control devices, and all types of devices, having first bore holes (9) which are arranged in a defined modular dimension, and second bore holes (11) which are arranged, in the same modular dimension, on a plane which is rotated by 90 degrees in relation to the plane of the first bore holes (9), are used to receive connecting and/or fixing elements with threaded parts (15) comprising screw threads (16), the diameter of said threaded parts corresponding to the bore holes (9), and in which screws (17) are received. The system has a rectangular or quadratic cross-section, with outer walls (3) comprising vertical bore holes (9) which are perpendicular to each other. The hollow chambers (2) are formed by inner walls (4), by inner walls (4) and outer walls (3), or by outer walls (3), and the connecting and fixing elements comprise guiding elements (13) and adapters (18, 18?).Type: GrantFiled: November 21, 2002Date of Patent: September 4, 2007Inventor: Helmut Kahl
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Patent number: 7264214Abstract: Disclosed herein is a stock bar and T-bar coupling structure for mounting a sprinkler. In the present invention, a locking bracket is easily securely coupled to a T-bar using an elastic locking unit and a wing bolt. Furthermore, a stock bar made of standard rectangular pipe is coupled to the locking bracket by a first locking unit such that the stock bar crosses over the T-bar. Because this locking bracket is manufactured as a separate component from the stock bar, the present invention can be used without limiting the distance between the T-bars. Furthermore, the present invention has an advantage in that a standard rectangular pipe can be easily used as a stock bar merely by cutting the pipe to a desired length.Type: GrantFiled: September 19, 2005Date of Patent: September 4, 2007Assignee: Kofulso Co., Ltd.Inventor: Seung-il Oh
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Patent number: 7255403Abstract: A seat assembly (10) for use in a watercraft (12) having a deck (14). The seat assembly (10) comprises a first portion (16) and a second portion (18) spaced from the first portion (16). First (52) and second (54) connector panels that are separable from and independent of the first (16) and second (18) portions interconnect the first (16) and second (18) portions. A plurality of locking tabs (56) extend from each of the connector panels (52,54) and are inserted into a plurality of slots (58) defined in the portions (16,18) to connect the connector panels (52,54) to the first (16) and second (18) portions. A mounting bracket (84) is attached to a base (82) of each of the connector panels (52,54) and perpendicularly extends from the connector panels (52,54) to mount the connector panels (52,54) to the deck (14) thereby securing the first (16) and second (18) portions to the deck (14).Type: GrantFiled: April 14, 2006Date of Patent: August 14, 2007Assignee: Moeller Marine ProductsInventor: David L. Butler
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Patent number: 7255511Abstract: A corner leg assembly comprises two grooved mating elements divided longitudinally which when held together form the female groove portion of two dovetail joints, one on each side facing laterally 90 degrees apart. One of the corner elements is a substantially triangular corner leg having perpendicular outside surfaces and parallel lengthwise L-shaped grooves on a 45 degree inside surface. The second element is a clamp block which includes opposite-facing L-shaped side grooves corresponding (being the mirror image thereof) to the grooves on the corner leg. The clamp block is affixed down the middle of the corner leg along the inside surface by one or more clamping fasteners such as a screw or bolt which passes through the clamp block. By turning the fastener(s), the clamp block may be loosened or removed to vertically adjust a laterally-extending panel or rail member.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2005Date of Patent: August 14, 2007Inventor: Kevin P. Dolan
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Patent number: 7249755Abstract: A bracket system for forming gate assemblies comprises at least two brace members that are rigidly attached to hinge assemblies. The brace members are adapted to be attached to support members to form two corners of a gate box functioning as the structural portion of the gate assembly. The hinge assemblies are adapted to be rigidly attached to a fence post to allow the gate assembly to pivot relative to the fence post. Gate assemblies of arbitrary height and width can be formed using the bracket system.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2006Date of Patent: July 31, 2007Inventor: Richard Boroviak
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Patent number: 7246967Abstract: A cross clamping device comprises a base plate with first and second legs and a clamping piece that connects the two legs with each other. The cross clamping device also comprises a first clamp screwed onto the first leg by a first screw, and a second clamp screwed onto the second leg by a second screw. The base plate and the two clamps are formed such that a first bar and a second bar, which is rotated by 90° in relation to the first bar, are able to be clamped. By tightening of the first and second screws, the two bars are clamped. The two screws perform a double function, so that separate screws for clamping of the first bar and for clamping of the second bar are not necessary.Type: GrantFiled: March 12, 2004Date of Patent: July 24, 2007Assignee: Habasit AGInventor: Hansrudolf Iseli
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Patent number: 7240884Abstract: A mounting device of a sprinkler comprises: a main body provided with a pair of side plates and an upper plate disposed on upper portions of the side plate; a rail mounting portion formed at lower ends of the side plates and insertedly fixed to a support rail; a support bar fixing portion formed at an upper side of the main body, for supporting the support bar; and a locking member inserted in the side plates in a lateral direction, for preventing the rail mounting portion from being separated from the support rail.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2004Date of Patent: July 10, 2007Assignee: Paradise Industry Co., Ltd.Inventor: Dae-Min Shim
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Patent number: 7234889Abstract: An accessory for connecting a portion of a first conduit to a portion of at least one second conduit or to another accessory, which accessory includes a base element and an end element including complementary engagement elements co-operating with one another to allow relative displacement between the end element and the base element between a position in which the end element is deployed relative to the base element, and a position in which the end element is retracted onto the base element. The accessory includes resilient return elements distinct from the complementary engagement elements and suitable for acting between the base element and the end element in order to return the end element into the deployed position.Type: GrantFiled: June 25, 2004Date of Patent: June 26, 2007Assignees: Legrand France, Legrand SNCInventor: Bruno Gautier
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Patent number: 7223044Abstract: A frame member miter guide or brace has first and second legs configured for insertion and engagement with adjoining frame members at a mitered joint, the miter guide having a stop with stop edges which accurately position intersecting walls of the frame members for precise alignment of the mitered joint. Stop edges of the stop correspond with the correct positions of the frame members, so that the members are held in place for final attachment and installation. Positive engagement of edges of the frame member walls with the stop edges insures highly accurate orientation of the mitered joint. A fracture line for welded installation of the frame members, and a leg profile which minimizes damage in handling and installation is also described.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2003Date of Patent: May 29, 2007Assignee: Anchor Tool & Die CompanyInventor: Mark J. Quintile
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Patent number: 7159363Abstract: A stairway and rail system. The stairway system includes a plurality of spaced apart treads; at least one baluster per tread; a two-piece handrail assembly; and a lateral support for supporting the handrail. In the preferred embodiment, the handrail assembly includes: a top segment; a bottom segment; a mating surface on one of the top segment and the bottom segment for aligning the top segment with the bottom segment; and a fastener groove between the top segment and the bottom segment for permitting the accommodation of fasteners used to attach the handrail to each baluster.Type: GrantFiled: April 6, 2004Date of Patent: January 9, 2007Assignee: ECMD, Inc.Inventors: Robert H. Green, J. Allen Dyer
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Patent number: 7125196Abstract: A securing device for rear walls set in grooves of cabinet furniture exhibits at least one support element that can be placed in the angle area between the rear wall and a grooved sidewall and at least one other support element that can be placed in the angle area between the rear wall and a grooved shelf and/or top board. The support elements (10) exhibit contact sides that are each at a right angle to one another and diagonal to these contact sides a throughhole (12) for receiving a setscrew or a set pin. For purposes of easier handling and more reliable securing of the cabinet furniture elements, which are to be connected to one another in the corner area at an angle of 90 degrees, the at least two support elements (10) are integrated in one piece into the two legs (2) of a corner angle piece. At least one of the support elements (10) is formed at each of the legs (2) of the corner angle piece.Type: GrantFiled: January 23, 2004Date of Patent: October 24, 2006Assignee: CS Schmalmöbel GmbH & Co. KGInventors: Thomas Hinsberger, Stefan Ruppert, Edwin Müürmann
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Patent number: 7104024Abstract: A connector for interconnecting two building members together. The connector, in one embodiment, includes first and second plates secured together. Each plate includes one or more elongated slots wherein the elongated slots of one plate are oriented at an angle of approximately 90° with respect to the slots formed in the other plate. Fasteners extend through the slots in the plates and connect the plates of the connector to two building members such as a horizontal building member and a vertical building member. Once connected, one of the building members is free to move with respect to the other building member while the connector is connected to the two building members. In another embodiment, the connector is slidable within a track. In this embodiment, a portion of the connector extends from the track and connects to one of the building members while the track connects to the other one of the building members.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 2003Date of Patent: September 12, 2006Assignee: The Steel Network, Inc.Inventors: Edward R. diGirolamo, Michael Torres, Gary Bennett, Michael Booth
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Patent number: 7066548Abstract: A seat assembly (10) for use in a watercraft (12) having a deck (14) is provided. The seat assembly (10) comprises a first portion (16) and a second portion (18) spaced from the first portion (16). First (52) and second (54) connector panels that are separable from and independent of the first (16) and second (18) portions interconnect the first (16) and second (18) portions. A plurality of locking tabs (56) extend from each of the connector panels (52,54) and are inserted into a plurality of slots (58) defined in the portions (16,18) to connect the connector panels (52,54) to the first (16) and second (18) portions. A mounting bracket (84) is attached to a base (82) of each of the connector panels (52,54) and perpendicularly extends from the connector panels (52,54) to mount the connector panels (52,54) to the deck (14) thereby securing the first (16) and second (18) portions to the deck (14).Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2003Date of Patent: June 27, 2006Assignee: Moeller Marine ProductsInventor: David L. Butler
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Patent number: 7048346Abstract: A modular storage rack, display structural element or cube system formed by snap together panels with alignment guides, which may also support wheels, shelves, drawers and doors. The system is assemble-in-place and may shipped and displayed for sale in a flat pack.Type: GrantFiled: October 15, 2002Date of Patent: May 23, 2006Assignee: Cube Concepts LLCInventor: Darren Saravis
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Patent number: 7032892Abstract: A bracket system for forming gate assemblies. Four separate brace members are provided, and two of the brace members are rigidly attached to hinge assemblies. The brace members are adapted to be attached to support members to form the corners of a gate box functioning as the structural portion of the gate assembly. The hinge assemblies are adapted to be rigidly attached to a fence post to allow the gate assembly to pivot relative to the fence post. Gate assemblies of arbitrary height and width can be formed using the bracket system of the present invention.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2005Date of Patent: April 25, 2006Inventor: Richard Boroviak
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Patent number: 7021022Abstract: An attachment system and method for coupling a wall and a floor together during and/or after construction, and for facilitating final orientation of the wall and floor, includes first and second members coupled to the respective wall and floor and pivotal about a hinge member. The wall and floor, and thus the first and second members, pivot between an assembly position, and a final position. In the assembly position, the wall or the floor is assembled, and the first and second members are coupled to the respective wall and floor. In the final position, the wall and floor are finally oriented with respect to one another.Type: GrantFiled: September 22, 2003Date of Patent: April 4, 2006Inventor: Jesse L. Hearne
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Patent number: 7021590Abstract: The system (31) for angular connection of mounting rails comprises a U-shaped connection member (1) that has on at least one lateral wall (2.1, 2.2, 3) openings (4.1, 4.2, 4.3) for passage therethrough of a fastener for fastening a connection member (1) to a mounting rail and a connection plate (21). The connection plate (21) has insertion projections (22.1, 22.2, 23) that can be inserted into insertion holes (5.1, 5.2, 6) provided for this purpose on the connection member (1). Using the bolt (25) the connection system (31) is fastened and at the same time the connection plate (25) is tightened with the connection member (1).Type: GrantFiled: September 4, 2003Date of Patent: April 4, 2006Assignee: Hilti AktiengesellschaftInventor: Armin Hoffmann