For Service Duct Or Outlet Patents (Class 52/126.2)
  • Patent number: 10435892
    Abstract: A structural heat-insulation spacing, element used for making a “disposable” heat-insulation formwork used to cast reinforced concrete into a crawl space, made up of at least one supporting body defining, inside itself, at least one through-hollow co-axial to such supporting body, such through-hollow being suited to minimize a contact surface on the ground provided by such spacing element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2019
    Inventor: Michele Caboni
  • Patent number: 10280632
    Abstract: Load distribution structures are provided for a raised floor tile(s) of a raised floor data center. The load distribution structure, which resides adjacent to an opening in the raised floor tile(s), such as a cutout in the raised floor tile(s), to facilitate supporting a frame load, includes a frame load distributor and an edging bracket. The frame load distributor resides on the raised floor tile adjacent to the opening in the raised floor tile(s), and distributes, at least in part, the frame load on the raised floor tile(s). The edging bracket couples to the frame load distributor to, at least in part, hold the frame load distributor in fixed position on the raised floor tile(s). The edging bracket extends, at least in part, into the opening in the raised floor tile to secure the frame load distributor in fixed position relative to the opening in the raised floor tile(s).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2019
    Assignee: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
    Inventors: Shawn Canfield, John J. Loparco, Budy D. Notohardjono, John G. Torok
  • Patent number: 10280631
    Abstract: Load distribution structures are provided for a raised floor tile(s) of a raised floor data center. The load distribution structure, which resides adjacent to an opening in the raised floor tile(s), such as a cutout in the raised floor tile(s), to facilitate supporting a frame load, includes a frame load distributor and an edging bracket. The frame load distributor resides on the raised floor tile adjacent to the opening in the raised floor tile(s), and distributes, at least in part, the frame load on the raised floor tile(s). The edging bracket couples to the frame load distributor to, at least in part, hold the frame load distributor in fixed position on the raised floor tile(s). The edging bracket extends, at least in part, into the opening in the raised floor tile to secure the frame load distributor in fixed position relative to the opening in the raised floor tile(s).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2019
    Assignee: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
    Inventors: Shawn Canfield, John J. Loparco, Budy D. Notohardjono, John G. Torok
  • Patent number: 10280630
    Abstract: Load distribution structures are provided for a raised floor tile(s) of a raised floor data center. The load distribution structure, which resides adjacent to an opening in the raised floor tile(s), such as a cutout in the raised floor tile(s), to facilitate supporting a frame load, includes a frame load distributor and an edging bracket. The frame load distributor resides on the raised floor tile adjacent to the opening in the raised floor tile(s), and distributes, at least in part, the frame load on the raised floor tile(s). The edging bracket couples to the frame load distributor to, at least in part, hold the frame load distributor in fixed position on the raised floor tile(s). The edging bracket extends, at least in part, into the opening in the raised floor tile to secure the frame load distributor in fixed position relative to the opening in the raised floor tile(s).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2019
    Assignee: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
    Inventors: Shawn Canfield, John J. Loparco, Budy D. Notohardjono, John G. Torok
  • Patent number: 10267047
    Abstract: Load distribution structures are provided for a raised floor tile(s) of a raised floor data center. The load distribution structure, which resides adjacent to an opening in the raised floor tile(s), such as a cutout in the raised floor tile(s), to facilitate supporting a frame load, includes a frame load distributor and an edging bracket. The frame load distributor resides on the raised floor tile adjacent to the opening in the raised floor tile(s), and distributes, at least in part, the frame load on the raised floor tile(s). The edging bracket couples to the frame load distributor to, at least in part, hold the frame load distributor in fixed position on the raised floor tile(s). The edging bracket extends, at least in part, into the opening in the raised floor tile to secure the frame load distributor in fixed position relative to the opening in the raised floor tile(s).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2018
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2019
    Assignee: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
    Inventors: Shawn Canfield, John J. Loparco, Budy D. Notohardjono, John G. Torok
  • Patent number: 10119278
    Abstract: Load distribution structures are provided for a raised floor tile(s) of a raised floor data center. The load distribution structure, which resides adjacent to an opening in the raised floor tile(s), such as a cutout in the raised floor tile(s), to facilitate supporting a frame load, includes a frame load distributor and an edging bracket. The frame load distributor resides on the raised floor tile adjacent to the opening in the raised floor tile(s), and distributes, at least in part, the frame load on the raised floor tile(s). The edging bracket couples to the frame load distributor to, at least in part, hold the frame load distributor in fixed position on the raised floor tile(s). The edging bracket extends, at least in part, into the opening in the raised floor tile to secure the frame load distributor in fixed position relative to the opening in the raised floor tile(s).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2018
    Assignee: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
    Inventors: Shawn Canfield, John J. Loparco, Budy D. Notohardjono, John G. Torok
  • Patent number: 9175479
    Abstract: A system and method to attach an object to a structure. The system includes a first membrane, a second membrane and a mounting plate. The method includes covering a portion of the structure with the first membrane and then placing the mounting plate thereupon. The second membrane placed over the mounting plate and subsequently bonded to both the mounting plate and the first membrane. The object is secured to the mounting plate via a fastener attached thereto and extending through the second membrane.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2015
    Assignee: BWDT, LLC
    Inventor: Joel A. Stanley
  • Patent number: 8397443
    Abstract: A bar system for building, the system provided with a plurality of bars, a level adjustment mechanism, and a dampener. Each of the bars having a recess positioned in a shank portion, with bars being adapted in use to at least partly enclose the level adjustment mechanism. The level adjustment mechanism including level adjustable projections adapted to project from the bars against a support structure, and provided with a surface which extends in a longitudinal direction of the bars, as seen in the use of the system, and with engagement adapted for engagement with recess. The shank, which the recesses that is adapted to engage with the engagement, is adapted to press the engagement towards level adjustment during application of the bars to the level adjustment, and recess is adapted to allow the engagement for moving resiliently back for engagement with recess in an interconnected position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2013
    Assignee: Bygg-Och Miljoteknik Granab AB
    Inventors: Fredrik Blom, Kent Blom
  • Patent number: 8201583
    Abstract: The invention relates to a support for the building industry, comprising a pipe (10), which has an axial profile in at least one end section, which is accessible from the outside when in use. The outside and/or inside diameters and/or the wall thickness in at least one end region of the pipe are enlarged compared to the remainder of the pipe (10). During production of a pipe or support in the building industry, the outside and/or inside diameters and/or the wall thickness is increased in that at least one end section, which is assessable from the outside when in use, compared to the remainder of the pipe and the pipe has an axial profile.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2012
    Assignee: Doka Industrie GmbH
    Inventor: Johann Peneder
  • Patent number: 8099912
    Abstract: An replacement floor panel is provided for a raised floor, and includes a top plate with corner-forming sections and leveling legs for height adjustment. Foot-print-expanding brackets engage the leveling legs for extending their foot print outwardly so that the floor panel can be used on different raised floor systems without misalignment problems with stanchion supports. A handle is pivotally mounted in the top plate between a flush position and a raised position for grasping to lift the replacement floor panel, the handle having a decor matching the top plate for aesthetics.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 1, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2012
    Assignee: Opstock, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark O. DeJonge, James F. Clifford
  • Patent number: 7836662
    Abstract: A service ceiling is provided for carrying supply lines in a room of a building having at least one aisle region, in particular in a laboratory. The service ceiling is provided with an intrinsically rigid support frame composed of profiled members which is fastened in the region of the ceiling of the room. At least one air inlet duct for feeding in fresh air, and lines for feeding in sanitary media are provided. The service ceiling is distinguished in that the support frame extends in a first plane at a distance from the ceiling of the building, and in that the air inlet duct extends above the aisle region essentially flush with the underside of the support frame, in the plane of the support frame, and in that the lines for feeding in the sanitary media extend above the air inlet duct in a second plane.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2010
    Assignee: H. Lüdi + Co. AG Gas-und Energiesysteme
    Inventor: Hansjürg Lüdi
  • Patent number: 7823340
    Abstract: An air grate for a raised floor includes a top plate with apertures for air flow, and reinforcement ribs for structural support. Pairs of ribs include edge flanges that define a horizontal track. Two flat dampener panels temporarily flex to slip between the edge flanges for assembly and then unflex for adjustable movement along the track between different overlapping positions for controlled air flow. The top plate includes corner-forming sections and leveling legs for height adjustment. Foot-print-expanding brackets engage the leveling legs for extending their foot print outwardly so that the air grate can be used on different raised floor systems without misalignment problems with stanchion supports. A handle is pivotally mounted in the top plate between a flush position and a raised position for grasping to lift the air grate, the handle having apertures matching the pattern of the top plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 2, 2010
    Assignee: Opstock, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark O. DeJonge, James F. Clifford
  • Publication number: 20090266008
    Abstract: The invention relates to a support for the building industry, comprising a pipe (10), which has an axial profile in at least one end section, which is accessible from the outside when in use. The outside and/or inside diameters and/or the wall thickness in at least one end region of the pipe are enlarged compared to the remainder of the pipe (10). During production of a pipe or support in the building industry, the outside and/or inside diameters and/or the wall thickness is increased in at least one end section, which is accessible from the outside when in use, compared to the remainder of the pipe and the pipe has an axial profile.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2007
    Publication date: October 29, 2009
    Inventor: Johann Peneder
  • Patent number: 7373759
    Abstract: A cable tray support assembly for a raised floor system which has a plurality of support pedestals and a platform section. Each support pedestal has an elongated stringer member, a first upright channel member, and an opposing second upright channel member. The stringer member has an opposing pair of flanges depending from the proximal and distal ends of the stringer member. In use, the flanges of the stringer member may be releasably connected to the channel members so that the elongated stringer member is supported above the respective bottom ends of the channel members. At least one of the channel members of each support pedestal may be positioned adjacent to at least a portion of one column to aid in maintaining spatial orientation of the channel member with respect to an upright column. One platform section is suspended from the stringer members of a pair of opposing support pedestals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2008
    Inventor: George E. Simmons
  • Patent number: 6865851
    Abstract: Rectangular floor panels fit together to define a raised floor capable of accommodating wires/cables in a space within a building. Orthogonally arranged wireways are defined in a molded plastic portion that provides passageways between these wireways, and support post or pillars receive a composite top panel. The plastic panel portion has removable segments to accommodate outlet device brackets made accessible through openings in the top panel. One version has a recessed center portion of the plastic panel that can be fitted with an insert to define a central wireway channel, or to receive a centrally located floor box and hinged access door. Another version has a somewhat larger recessed center cavity with a smaller removable segment that can be left in place to better support the top panel when left in place. Removal of this center support/segment allows access to the wireways for the wires/cables in the orthogonally arranged wireways.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 2003
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2005
    Assignee: The Wiremold Company
    Inventor: Shawn Stempinski
  • Patent number: 6748707
    Abstract: A utility interface system is disclosed for use in a work environment of the type having a floor system. The floor system may be of a type having an access opening and an upper surface. A compartment is configured within the access opening and has a cover. A module is adapted to be received within the compartment. The module can be stowed or concealed within the compartment while not in use and removed from the compartment for use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 15, 2004
    Assignee: Steelcase Development Corporation
    Inventors: Mark A. Buchalter, George V. Weller, Howard M. Montgomery, Thomas G. Feldpausch, Douglas L. Bartrand, Carl V. Forslund, III, Arthur Y. Tsubaki, Yasuyuki Hirai
  • Patent number: 6637165
    Abstract: An article support apparatus for use with a raised floor system including a plurality of support pedestals, stringer elements and floor panels, the support apparatus includes an article support member configured to support articles thereon; and a mounting mechanism connectable with the article support member and adapted to mount the article support member to at least one stringer element of a raised floor system. The mounting mechanism further includes at least one fastener for the mounting thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2001
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2003
    Inventor: Roger Jette
  • Patent number: 6449912
    Abstract: An intersection member is provided for use in a raised floor system having a plurality of support pedestals, a plurality of floor panels, and at least one cable support apparatus wherein the intersection member includes a cable support section, and connecting portions extending from the cable support section, the connecting portions being configured and dimensioned to retain the cable support section in place when positioned at the intersection of at least two cable pathways. A hardware mounting assembly is provided for mounting hardware relative to a cable support apparatus, which includes a bracket portion configured and dimensioned to support various hardware components and position the components relative to a cable support apparatus, and a plurality of notches formed along the bracket portion, the notches being configured and dimensioned to engage portions of the cable support apparatus such that the bracket portion is maintained a predetermined relative distance from the cable support apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2002
    Inventor: Roger Jette
  • Publication number: 20020116880
    Abstract: A below in floor lengthwise interconnected arrangement of wire baskets serving as a repository of cables for computers and like apparatus, in which opposite sides of the baskets are assembled in depending relation from opposite side supports by inverted U-shape hooks thereof being urged in ascending movement through an opening into a compartment of each opposite support bounded by U-shaped edges, and resulting in the inverted U-shapes and upright U-shapes engaging with each other.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2001
    Publication date: August 29, 2002
    Inventor: Drew Greenblatt
  • Patent number: 6427400
    Abstract: A below in floor lengthwise interconnected arrangement of wire baskets serving as a repository of cables for computers and like apparatus, in which opposite sides of the baskets are assembled in depending relation from opposite side supports by inverted U-shape hooks thereof being urged in ascending movement through an opening into a compartment of each opposite support bounded by U-shaped edges, and resulting in the inverted U-shapes and upright U-shapes engaging with each other.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 6, 2002
    Inventor: Drew Greenblatt
  • Patent number: 6347493
    Abstract: A support apparatus for use with a raised floor system including a plurality of support pedestals and floor panels, includes a support bracket having first and second end portions being configured and dimensioned to rest upon a portion of a support pedestal. An intermediate portion extends between the first and second end portions, and an article support member depends from the intermediate portion to support articles thereon a distance below the raised floor panels and a distance above a base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2000
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2002
    Inventor: Roger Jette
  • Publication number: 20020014045
    Abstract: An intersection member is provided for use in a raised floor system having a plurality of support pedestals, a plurality of floor panels, and at least one cable support apparatus wherein the intersection member includes a cable support section, and connecting portions extending from the cable support section, the connecting portions being configured and dimensioned to retain the cable support section in place when positioned at the intersection of at least two cable pathways. A hardware mounting assembly is provided for mounting hardware relative to a cable support apparatus, which includes a bracket portion configured and dimensioned to support various hardware components and position the components relative to a cable support apparatus, and a plurality of notches formed along the bracket portion, the notches being configured and dimensioned to engage portions of the cable support apparatus such that the bracket portion is maintained a predetermined relative distance from the cable support apparatus.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2001
    Publication date: February 7, 2002
    Inventor: Roger Jette
  • Publication number: 20020003194
    Abstract: A raised floor system which includes a plurality of upright support columns, a plurality of floor panels, and a cable tray support assembly. The cable tray support assembly includes a plurality of support pedestals and a platform section. Each support pedestal has an elongated stringer member, a first upright sleeve member, and a second upright sleeve member. Each first and second sleeve member defines a bore extending from a top end through a bottom end. The stringer member is attached to the sleeve members proximate the respective top ends of the first and second sleeve members so that the elongated stringer member is supported above the respective bottom ends of the first and second sleeve members. At least one of the first and second sleeve members of each first support pedestal is removably connected, in overlying registration, to the body portion of one support column of a pair of support columns. One platform section is suspended from the stringer members of a pair of opposing first support pedestals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2001
    Publication date: January 10, 2002
    Inventor: George E. Simmons
  • Publication number: 20010011441
    Abstract: An article support apparatus for use with a raised floor system including a plurality of support pedestals, stringer elements and floor panels, the support apparatus includes an article support member configured to support articles thereon; and a mounting mechanism connectable with the article support member and adapted to mount the article support member to at least one stringer element of a raised floor system. The mounting mechanism further includes at least one fastener for the mounting thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2001
    Publication date: August 9, 2001
    Inventor: Roger Jette
  • Publication number: 20010002523
    Abstract: Incombustible fireproof network elevated floorboard in which the cover boards are locked on the leg supports of the floorboard by screws. The floorboard is made of steel reinforcement and cement and is able to achieves enhanced fireproof effect to meet the strict requirement for incombustibility of skyscraper building. The floorboard of the present invention can be easily and quickly manufactured and assembled.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2000
    Publication date: June 7, 2001
    Inventor: Yao-Chung Chen