Abstract: A modular fixture includes a plurality of acoustic panels and at least one support structure, where the acoustic panels have at least one cut-out that is configured to partially receive a portion of the at least one support structure, which is inserted into the at least one cut-out. The plurality of acoustic panels engage the at least one support structure and are supported by it. The at least one cut-out can be of a variety of shapes, including dovetail, rectangular and cylindrical, and the each of the plurality of acoustic panels may be of differing shape profiles.

Abstract: A medical-gas panel connector system includes a frame assembly. The frame assembly includes a horizontal frame member, a vertical frame member connected to the horizontal frame member, and a ceiling integration assembly. The medical-gas panel connector system also includes a medical-gas outlet removably secured to at least one of the horizontal frame member and the vertical frame member via a bracket. In addition, a manifold is removably secured to the ceiling integration assembly, the manifold being at least partially disposed inside the medical-gas panel connector system, and a flexible gas line connects the manifold to the medical-gas outlet. The medical-gas panel connector can be reconfigured and rearranged within a modular wall system.

Abstract: A method for using a bracket assembly includes providing a bracket assembly comprising a first plate, a second plate rotatable relative to the first plate, and a lever assembly, the lever assembly comprising a rod and a lever; engaging a beam with the first and second plates; and actuating the lever to decrease a space between the first and second plates to make the bracket assembly more secured with the beam.

Abstract: A fire sprinkler support assembly includes a beam defining a first side and a second side; a bracket bar; and a bracket assembly coupled to an end of the bracket bar, the bracket assembly including: a first plate oriented substantially perpendicular to the bracket bar, the first plate having a first end coupled to the bracket bar and a second end coupled to the beam; a second plate rotatable relative to the first plate; and a lever assembly coupling the first plate to the second plate, the lever assembly operable to adjust a distance between the first plate and second plate.

Abstract: A fork tube arrangement for facilitating the movement of a foldable transportable building.

Abstract: A fire rated lighting housing (can) has: (a) a bottom that is open; (b) a top that is at least mostly closed or entirely closed; (c) a sidewall that runs from the bottom to the top; and (d) a fire-retarding material that is physically touching at least some portion of the sidewall when the sidewall is in a cool-state. The cool-state is when a temperature of the housing is at or below a predetermined normal operating temperature for the housing. This fire rated lighting housing, with the fire-retarding material, is configured to slow a fire from a lower floor reaching an above located adjacent floor with a minimum predetermined fire rating, which may be at least one (1) hour or more. Additionally, the top and the sidewall at least mostly enclose an internal-volume that is configured to directly house a light emitting element, like a LED (light emitting diode).

Abstract: A ceiling system, comprising at least two elongate carriers, configured to support at least one ceiling panel; at least one elongate beam; and at least two connecting brackets; wherein each elongate carrier is supported at one or more suspension locations; each elongate beam is coupled to at least two elongate carriers by a respective connecting bracket; and the connecting brackets are coupled to the elongate carriers by a push-fit connection.

Abstract: Disclosed is a grid lighting system having at least one housing segment with at least one lighting zone. At least one lighting module is selected from at least one track lighting module and/or at least one non-track lighting module. The at least one lighting zone extends along a first length dimension of the housing segment and including at least one first passage to receive the at least one track lighting module and/or non-track lighting module. The housing segment includes a first power supply segment to be coupled with a designated line voltage outlet to deliver line voltage power to the at least one lighting module in the at least one lighting zone. Each track lighting module includes a lighting subzone, with a second passage to receive one or more lighting submodules along a second length dimension. A second power supply segment is provided to couple with the first power supply segment to receive line power and to deliver low voltage to the one or more lighting submodules.

Abstract: A ceiling connector assembly for mounting an article includes a ceiling connector configured to present an article-mounting end region below a downward facing ceiling surface, a canopy structure for locating on the mounting end region and configured to cover, at least in part, the mounting end region in a covering position, the canopy structure and the mounting end region each respectively including at least one first mounting structure and at least one second mounting structure, wherein when the first and second mounting structures are configured to enable the canopy structure to be removably mounted on the mounting end region in the covering position.

Abstract: An edge lit fixture. A light engine comprises a compartment and at least one elongated lens that are attachable to a mount plate. The mount plate, an exterior surface of the compartment, and the lens define an internal optical cavity. A light strip is mounted to the mount plate within the optical cavity. One or more legs can be used to attach the fixture to an external surface, such as a ceiling T-grid. The light engine can be used with legs of varying size such that it can fit within ceiling openings having different dimensions. The assembled fixture defines an open area. One or more light engines are arranged around or through the open area such that light is emitted into the open area. The open area of the fixture allows for existing materials, such as a ceiling tile, for example, to function as a back side reflector panel.

Abstract: The puddle lamp for a vehicle includes a collimating unit for collimating light emitted from a light source unit; a logo mask having a predetermined pattern that includes a region through which the light is transmitted and a region through which the light is obstructed; an image forming unit for forming an image corresponding to the pattern by the light that passes through the logo mask from the collimating unit; and a holder in which the collimating unit and the image forming unit are assembled. The image forming unit includes a lens assembly in which a plurality of lenses are stacked and assembled, and the lens assembly includes a first lens and a second lens disposed on and coupled to the first lens via at least one fastening portion that extends from the first lens.

Abstract: A structural module (1) has a structural frame having structural members forming floor plates (2), wall plates (3), vertical columns (4), braces (7) extending at angles from the columns to the floor plates, and wall studs. The columns and the braces are configured to transfer vertical loads without assistance from the studs. There may be a module-to-module tie (200) affixed to at least one column, and each tie may be affixed to a top surface of a column, to link columns of adjoining modules together in a horizontal plane, and to accommodate misalignment of the modules in the horizontal plane.

Abstract: The present invention is provided with a structure for connecting a cross member and a stand member of a bunk bed and a bunk bed. With two pairs of inclined surfaces, the cross member, the upper stand member, and the lower stand member can be quickly connected. The assembly and disassembly are quite convenient, time saving and labor saving.

Abstract: Systems and methods for retrofitting an existing troffer light fixture, or for a new installation application, comprising a housing and a door assembly, wherein the door assembly comprises four side walls, a recessed cavity, a light source, one or more lens, and at least one support extension supporting the assembly are disclosed. The support extension may be a fixed horizontal protrusion of the frame of the retrofit assembly and configured to engage a T-bar of a ceiling system. The protrusion may rest on a horizontal portion of the T-bar to thereby support the assembly. Existing troffer light fixtures can be retrofitted to include a more efficient light source, replace components of a damaged troffer style light fixture, and/or otherwise upgrade or replace an existing fixture. The retrofit assembly may enable existing fixtures to be modified from a number of different fixture types without the need to remove and replace components of the existing fixture.

Abstract: A fenestration wall assembly includes a fenestration frame extending along a perimeter of the fenestration wall assembly. The fenestration frame includes a socket core having a first module socket configured to interchangeably receive service modules therein, and a second module socket configured to interchangeably receive service modules therein. The interchangeably received service modules include at least first and second service modules. Each of the first and second modules includes respective first and second module profiles. A panel having a panel profile is surrounded by the fenestration frame. The panel profile is isolated from the first and second module profiles.

Abstract: Approaches describe a panel system (e.g., a closed-, open-, and/or solid-panel system) that can be assembled quickly and easily in the field without field modifications to the panel. The panels can be precision engineered, and include a building connection system for structural and/or utility connection between building elements. An interpanel connector can include a structural connector, a utility connector, or a combination connector that is both a structural and utility connector. A control component or another appropriate component can be used to automatically facilitate coupling of one or more building elements, and provide feedback on the assembly process.

Abstract: A spline installation device for use with a spline/rail type frame to assemble the splines to the rails. The device including a base that defines a platform for receiving a frame subassembly; and a plurality of linkages that are disposed about the platform and coupled to the base. Each linkage is configured to move between a first position in which a fence bearing surface thereof is at an angle other than 90 degrees relative to the platform and a second position in which the fence bearing surface is set at an at least substantially 90 degree angle relative to the platform for locking and holding the frame subassembly in place. The linkages further being configured to receive a spline instillation tool for locking the splines in place relative to the rails.

Abstract: A portable multi-functional system having a multi-functional apparatus customizable by way of devices arranged to respectively perform different functions, and a container arranged to be transported by way of ground, naval or air transportation and having predetermined external dimensions is provided. The multi-functional apparatus is secured to the container, and is arranged to take at least two types of layout: a first layout or transport layout wherein the multi-functional apparatus is inside the predetermined external dimensions and a second layout or lifting up layout wherein the multi-functional apparatus projects from the predetermined external dimensions of the container so as to realize a tower. The invention also relates to a method for realizing the multi-functional system.

Abstract: An enhanced array of light fixtures for providing both light and a desired non-light feature within an illuminated area of a structure. The enhanced array is formed from a first plurality of light fixtures that are adapted for emitting light and a reduced plurality of enhanced light fixtures comprised of a subset of the first plurality of light fixtures that are adapted for emitting light and also for supporting a corresponding plurality of auxiliary non-light-emitting devices that require a different voltage and are adapted for providing a desired non-light feature within the illuminated area of the structure.

Abstract: A fireproof recessed light fixture for receiving a light source comprises a metal housing defining an open end for receiving the light source and a closed end. The housing comprises an annular shoulder at the open end for abutting a wall into which the recessed light fixture is installed. The housing comprises a first wall of generally cylindrical shape extending between the open and closed ends and a second wall defining the closed end of the housing. Both first and second walls have thicknesses between 0.5 and 1 mm and are completely sealed so to prevent air flow between an interior and an exterior of the housing other than through the open end and through an opening for feeding through cables for electrical energy supply. The first and second walls render the recessed light fixture fireproof by preventing high temperatures or fire from propagating quickly through the housing.

Abstract: Snap-in trim systems include a mounting element securable to or integrated with a structural component of a building. Structural components include modular wall components suitable for having decorative or structural trim attached thereto. The mounting element extends longitudinally along a length of the structural component. A longitudinal connection element is secured to the mounting element along the length thereof. The connection element attaches to the mounting element at an attachment interface either anterior-perpendicularly, lateral-parallelly, or anterior-lateral-diagonally. A trim element is connected to or integrated with the connection element. Connected trim elements include an alignment element for ensuring proper positioning of the trim element relative to the connection element. Trim elements include baseboard, crown molding, window casing, door casing and door stops.

Abstract: The invention relates to a metallic frame structure of a container-like, modular and mobile housing, an assembly kit for such a housing, a container-like, modular and mobile housing, as well as a hollow profile for such a housing. The hollow profile which is designed as a floor main profile (1), roof main profile (2) and/or support profile (3) for the metallic frame structure, has a longitudinal structure (71, 72, . . . ) extending along the longitudinal direction of the profile and originating from an outer profile surface. The longitudinal structure is formed as a longitudinal elevation or longitudinal groove and has a width at its attachment to the profile outer surface of less than 20, 15 or 10 millimeters in the direction transverse to the longitudinal direction of the profile.

Abstract: A platform to supply renewable backup power to critical node infrastructure is disclosed. The platform conceals solar photovoltaic modules and storage batteries in plain sight by hiding such components in commonly encountered urban furniture, such as bus shelters. In particular, a bus shelter ad box is used to conceal or cloak certain components of the system.

Abstract: A system (10) for supplying energy is provided. The system (10) comprises a shelter (12) for a passenger awaiting transport. The shelter (12) has a roof portion (14) and photovoltaic cells (16) disposed on the roof portion (14). The photovoltaic cells (16) are arranged to convert solar energy into electrical energy. The system (10) also comprises an energy distribution system (18) arranged to receive electrical energy from the photovoltaic cells (16) and to provide the electrical energy to at least one electrically powered component (20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34) of the system (10).

Abstract: A gas delivery system for a patient room may include a centralized gas distribution system that provides a source of gas and a manifold for distributing the gas in the patient room. The gas delivery system may include a gas outlet coupled to a wall of the patient room and line connecting the gas outlet to the manifold.

Abstract: A mounting unit for a wall-mounted washing machine is disclosed. When the washing machine is on a wall surface, a mounting part of the mounting unit is beyond a frame edge of the mounting unit, thereby a cushion pad of the mounting unit to reduce vibrations and noise from the washing machine. The mounting unit includes a curtain at a frame edge of a body frame such that a gap between the washing machine and the wall surface may be covered by the curtain, thereby stably installing the washing machine, even though the wall surface is not completely flat.

Abstract: Narrow ceiling speaker panels designed to be compatible with Armstrong® TECHZONE™ suspended ceiling systems that include an end-flanged grill box nested in a baffle that supports a loudspeaker and associated electronics and which is nested in a flanged grill that is sized for compatibility. Attachments are though the grill box end flanges and baffle panel and through grill edge flanges and baffle edge flanges. The loudspeaker and associated electronics are fastened to the top side of the baffle through pre-drilled or punched holes. The grill may have a decorative appearance by virtue of edge style, pattern of holes, color, or finish.

Abstract: An architectural structure having a curved surface that includes a plurality of folded boxes is provided. Each of the plurality of folded boxes comprising a front box portion and including a front subsurface joined with a plurality of first sides along a plurality of first folds. The curved surface is formed on at least one of the front subsurfaces of at least one of the plurality of folded boxes. The curved surface extends continuously across more than one of the plurality of folded boxes and includes at least one doubly-curved portion extending across at least one of the plurality of folded boxes.

Abstract: Column assemblies for work environments that support the acoustical, lighting, and cabling needs for the environment.

Abstract: A skylight shaft is coated with a highly reflective film to maximize the amount of light transmitted from the top of the skylight to a room below the skylight. Surface irregularities are formed in the shaft or adhesive that holds the film onto the shaft to diffuse the light and thereby prevent the formation of focal “hot spots” in the room below.

Abstract: A system and method for creating a trompe-l'oeil skylight in a ceiling where a light emitting image of the sky is provided in a structure configured to emulate a skylight frame, including an embodiment of a unified non-rectangular sky image area in a substantially rectangular fixture which mount as a single unit into a substantially rectangular hole in a ceiling.

Abstract: Described is an expansion joint (1) for building works comprising: a first and a second fastening flap (2, 3) rigidly connectable to corresponding structural elements (4, 5) and elongated in a longitudinal direction; an elastic connector (7) connected to the fastening flaps (2, 3) and interposed there for filling a space (6) between the structural elements (4, 5), and for allowing a relative movement of them; at least one profile (8) hooked to one of the fastening flaps (2, 3) from the side opposite the elastic connector (7), the profile (8) forming a channel elongated in the longitudinal direction; at least one illuminating element (9) positioned inside the channel.

Abstract: A lamp and a hardscape structure illuminated by the lamp are disclosed. The lamp is formed from a plate to which a light fixture is attached. The plate may have a flange, a decorative face plate and side panels attached to direct light from the fixture along the hardscape on which the lamp is mounted. Mounting is effected by positioning the plate between discrete hardscape elements that are stacked one atop another. A portion of the plate projects out from the structure allowing the fixture to cast light on the structure surface. A light transmitting cover is also provided.

Abstract: A curtain wall having integrated lighting, comprises a first series of transoms (14), a second series of mullions (12), at least one of the first transoms and the second mullions having an extruded first member (20) having a hollow interior,a driver (30) positioned within the hollow portion of the first member, a second member (22) connected to the first member, the second member having a lens (46) disposed along an outer side of the second member to illuminate one of an outer façade of a building or an area adjacent said façade.

Abstract: A mounting system for securing a light fixture to a wall includes a mounting device having a flat plate with a leading edge, a trailing edge, and top and bottom planar surfaces extending between the leading and trailing edges. An elongated slot is formed in the flat plate and extends along the leading edge of the flat plate. The mounting device has a storage compartment underlying the flat plate for defining an enclosed area extending between the leading and trailing edges of the flat plate. The mounting system includes a conduit adapter coupled with the storage compartment. The conduit adapter has at least opening aligned with the rear opening of the storage compartment for providing access to the enclosed area of the storage compartment. A conduit, adapted to receive electrical wiring, is coupled with the at least one opening. Electrical wiring is passed through the conduit.

Abstract: A dance floor and a method of assembly of the dance floor are disclosed. The dance floor contains a plurality of interconnecting frames, each containing intersecting elongated panels, trim panels, wiring embedded inside channels disposed on the bottom of the elongated panels that are connected to electrical connectors, electrical receptors and ribbon lights. An electrical controller produces a chase pattern where strings of adjacent light bulbs cycle on and off to give the illusion of lights moving along the string. The dance floor is manufactured of lightweight materials and is configured for easy in situ assembly, installation and disassembly.

Abstract: A built structure having an upward facing surface having a first image positioned thereon. The first image is visible from craft passing overhead and revenue is derived from the image on the upward facing image. The image is an active image that is controlled by a local controller so that the image can be replaced by a fresh image from a remote computer that communicates with the local controller via the internet.

Abstract: The present invention is an improved safety nosing component including a base element with channel member and a light emission element. The safety nosing component is manufactured by extrusion, co-extrusion, triple-extrusion, injection molding, insert injection molding, two-shot molding or a combination thereof. The present invention allows safety nosing components to be installed on architectural structures while also providing additional functionality.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a container-type system booth for an indoor/outdoor exhibition or event. According to the container-type system booth of the present invention, facilities used for exhibitions or various events are installed in an event module consisting of a single unit. Then, the event module unit may be installed at a desired place to reduce installation costs and time in installing facilities, and simplify the installation work processes. The event module consisting of a single unit may be produced in the form of various system booths such as a stage system booth, a radial system booth, a blooming system booth, a cubic system booth, a stack system booth, a parallel system booth, and a pinwheel system booth as the exhibition or event progresses. Thus, various stages for exhibitions or events may be optimally created.

Abstract: An engineered block for a landscape wall includes front and rear faces, first and second sidewalls, a top surface extending between upper ends of the front and rear faces, and a bottom surface extending between lower ends of the front and rear faces. A stepped cavity is formed in the top surface of the engineered block. The stepped cavity is located adjacent the front face of the engineered block and includes a first step having a first horizontal, and a shallower second step, adjacent the first step, having a second horizontal surface. A mounting device adapted to receive a light fixture is seated within the stepped cavity. The mounting device has a flat plate seated upon the second step and a storage compartment for wire seated upon the first step. A top planar surface of the flat plate is coplanar with the top surface of the engineered block.

Abstract: An enclosure for a recessed light in an attic is transformable between a first configuration in which the enclosure is flat and a second configuration in which the enclosure defines a housing. The housing has an opening at a bottom end for receiving the recessed light and an upwardly-facing surface opposite the opening. The upwardly-facing surface has a variable height relative to the bottom end.

Abstract: Described herein are security systems for both preventing intrusion by an unwanted party and detecting or locating where the attempted intrusion has occurred. The security systems in a broad aspect comprise a wall, at least one elongated coupling member attachable to the wall, at least one partitioning member that is at least partially transparent, at least one proximity sensor system associated with at least one of the elongated coupling member or at least one partitioning member; and at least one light associated with the proximity sensor system that is activatable by the proximity sensor system.

Abstract: A decorative roof light covering system includes a roof overhang that is attached to and extends downwardly from a roof. The roof overhang has a bottom edge, a first side and a second side. A plurality of decorations is attached to the bottom edge of the roof overhang. A cover includes a bottom wall that has a top side, a first lateral edge and a second lateral edge. A first lateral wall is attached to and extends along the first lateral edge. A second lateral wall is attached to and extends along the second lateral edge. Each of the first and second lateral walls extends upwardly from the top side. A coupling assembly is attached to the roof overhang and releasably couples the cover to the roof overhang. The cover is attached to the roof overhang when the decorations are to be hidden from view.

Abstract: There is described a lighting device (100) comprising: means for generating a plurality of beams of light radiation (1, s1-sn); an optical component (4) facing said generating means to allow propagation of light radiation; a housing (2) for the generating means and for the optical component equipped with an opening (8) for the emission of light radiation. The optical component (4) is rigid and is such as to substantially fill a region interposed between the generating means and the emission opening.

Abstract: A support frame of glass brick wall has multiple horizontal beams, multiple vertical beams and multiple side bars. Each of the horizontal beams and the vertical beams has a body, two side wings respectively and longitudinally formed on and protruding from two edges of the body, and two lamp slots respectively and longitudinally formed on and recessed from two sides of the body. Each of the vertical beams is securely mounted between two adjacent glass bricks in a corresponding row of glass bricks with adhesive. Each of the horizontal beams is securely mounted on a top of a corresponding row of glass bricks with adhesive. Two of the side bars are securely mounted on two edge sides of the glass brick wall. Each of the side bars has openings to replace light strips mounted in the lamp slots. Accordingly, the support frame provides a clean and easy lamp replacement solution.

Abstract: A horticulture light system comprising a housing, glass retention rails, gasket, glass sheet, and threaded fasteners. The housing constructed of no more than three portions of sheet metal, defining an interior space therein and having an open end towards the plants, the housing interior space constructed and arranged for containing a grow lamp and reflector to project a pattern of light out the open end of the housing at the plants, the open end including a rectangular sealing face for mating with the gasket, the gasket sealing the glass surface to the rectangular sealing face when compressed by the glass retention rails. The glass retention rails also constructed from sheet metal, easily formed into a L shape, attached by common threaded screws, and as tightened, compressively secure the glass to the gasket and housing. Loosening the threaded screws removes the compressive force, unsealing the glass from the housing, making for easy glass removal, facilitating maintenance and cleaning.

Abstract: Improvements in remote control hideaway holiday/party lights/messages lights with a casing that is permanently fixed to a home or business is disclosed. The lights are on a string and roll up or down below over eve, fascia or rain gutters. After the holiday or event simply pressing a remote control will retract the lighting into a concealed enclosure till the next party or holiday season comes around. The remote has a distinctive key code, which makes the lights operate for each owner. The concealed enclosure consist of door(s), depends on the number of lighting styles, power supply, drive motor, a string light(s) on a spool inside and controls. The lights come in many colors and types and may include shapes. Each enclosure can be self-contained with a solar charger, light sensor, or timer, and a battery that allows each unit to operate autonomously.

Abstract: There is provided an illuminated surface mounted on a base surface. The illuminated surface includes a plurality of transmissive tiles configured to allow light to pass therethrough. Each of the transmissive tiles includes an exterior surface, an attaching surface and a plurality of lateral sides disposed between the exterior and attaching surfaces. The attaching surface is affixable to the base surface. The transmissive tiles are arranged in spaced relation to each other to define a cable channel. The cable channel is defined by opposing lateral sides of adjacent transmissive tiles. A fiber optic cable is in optical communication a light source and receives light therefrom. The fiber optic cable includes a longitudinal axis and a first segment disposed within the cable channel. The first segment is configured to radially radiate light along the longitudinal axis into the lateral sides of the adjacent transmissive tiles.

Abstract: Systems and methods for installing row-mounted suspended light fixtures. Each of a row of suspended light fixtures includes brackets disposed on opposite ends of the fixture. Each bracket includes a slot configured to slidably receive an adjustment clip coupled to a support member, such as a ceiling cable or pendant. Each adjustment clip includes first and second segments disposed at a non-zero, acute angle relative to one another such that a space separates the first and second segments. The space is configured to receive a portion of one or more brackets associated with the adjustment clip, proximate the bracket slot(s). An operator can install the light fixtures by positioning a fastener through each adjustment clip, outside the bracket slot(s). He also can adjust an alignment and balance of one or more of the light fixtures by sliding one or more of the adjustment clips along the slot(s) associated therewith.

Abstract: An acoustic housing, a light fixture, a suspended ceiling system, and a method of decreasing sound transfer from a light fixture in a suspended ceiling are disclosed. An acoustic hood for a light fixture in a suspended ceiling may include a partially enclosed space formed between a plurality of wall portions. A light fixture may include first and second layers that are coupled to one another and form a partially enclosed space. A suspended ceiling system may include the acoustic hood or light fixture. The method relates to disposing an acoustic housing spaced from the light fixture.