Abstract: Disclosed is an insert for a construction slab which includes: main body in which an operation space having a planar cross-section of a polygonal shape in an axial direction is formed; a support block which is formed at a lower side of the main body to have a diameter smaller than that of the main body and has a withdrawal hole at an inner side thereof so that a support stepped portion is formed at a lower end of the operation space; a support plate formed at the lower side of the support block to be in contact with a mold; a cover member coupled to an upper portion of the main body so as to seal the operation space; and an anchor bolt member inserted into the operation space to be pressed to the withdrawal hole by a spring member.

Abstract: A panel fastener for removably flush mounting a wall panel to a wood furring. The panel fastener includes a mounting body adapted for being inserted into a complementary opening in the wood furring. A hanger slot is disposed in the mounting body for receiving a hanger member carrying the wall panel. A slot flange is disposed within a portion of the hanger slot and defining a narrowed hanger channel receiving and securing the hanger member. A crush ridge is disposed on a rear side of the slot flange for engaging the hanger member. A slot cap disposed in a rear side of the hanger slot and including a locking arm engaging the hanger member when inserted into the narrowed hanger channel of the slot flange for resisting removal of the hanger member from the narrowed hanger channel.

Abstract: The present application discloses improvements to support clamps for panels of glass and the like. An arrangement of two clamping halves (9000) each having a clamping surface (9001) and a locating component (9070) interlocking the two halves. Each of the two clamping surfaces are brought together by movement of the locating component through a range of positions, preferably lengthwise, such that portions of them are urged apart thus pressing together the clamping surfaces and securing the panel. In addition the first and second clamp halves include each an opening for a fastener (7014) within a flange (7010, 7012) such that the second opening is oriented approximately perpendicular to the first opening.

Abstract: A sleeve for protecting from deterioration and anchoring an embedded end of a post in the ground. The sleeve, molded from unperforated, resilient material, conforms to the exterior post dimensions and extends for at least the desired embedment distance. One or more inwardly projecting notches are cut into the post. The sleeve includes one or more reversible snap domes molded into the sleeve at locations coinciding with the post notches. The snap domes flex to an outwardly concave position as the post is being inserted into the sleeve and then snap to an inwardly concave position once the post is fully installed and the snap domes align with the notches. The inward concavity of the snap domes extends into and engages the post notches to prevent the sleeve from being removed from the post. When embedded into the ground, backfill material prevents the snap dome from being deflected into the outward concavity position, thus anchoring both post and sleeve in the ground.

Abstract: A strip-shaped feed magazine (10) for holding roof mounting clips (14) to be fed to a fastening tool comprises a plurality of clip holders (18), distributed along said feed magazine (10), for holding roof mounting clips (14) to be fastened onto a roof support structure by said fastening tool.

Abstract: A grave marker assembly that can be removably mounted and secured to a support surface such as a lawn crypt lid. The grave marker assembly has a fastening system that is not exposed to view and yet allows the grave marker to be easily installed and removed. The fastening system includes a channel and interior opening formed on a base member that is adapted to receive a fastener. The fastener in turn is adapted to be inserted into an opening formed on the crypt lid or other support surface. The assembly further includes a multi-function frame disposed along the outer periphery of the memorial marker that can serve as a decorative feature and draining functions.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for connecting solar panels to a roof system surface. The solar panels are at least partially attached to a roofing surface by use of a fastener.

Abstract: A panel hanger for flush mounting a wall panel to drywall. The panel hanger includes a cylindrical mounting body adapted for being inserted into a drywall sheet. A control member is rotatably carried by the mounting body. A clamp arm is rotatably carried by the control member. Rotation of the control member draws the clamp arm toward the mounting body and rotates the clamp arm to extend beyond a diameter of the mounting body for engaging the drywall sheet to secure the mounting body to the drywall. A hanger slot is disposed within the mounting body for receiving a hanger member carrying a drywall sheet.

Abstract: The present invention relates to both a proceeding and means for, in connection with hole making in a wall (1), for the mounting of items on the moisture-proof walls (1) of a wet area by means of an expandable mounting element (2), providing sealing of the hole. According to the invention, in addition to an expansion (I) of the mounting element (2) behind said wall (1), there is also provided an internal expansion (II) of the mounting element (2) in the receiving hole (3) of the mounting element (2) in question in the wall (1). There is furthermore provided a liquid-proof cover (III) around the entire mounting element (2) in question introduced and expanding in said receiving hole (3).

Abstract: A cable anchor has ball surfaces that permit misalignment between the cable and a stem of the anchor, and a fitting that permits the introduction of a corrosion inhibitor to the interior of the anchor.

Abstract: Exemplary systems and methods described herein can be used to secure a rail to a module or the rail to a support using a nut that can be inserted at a desired point of mounting. Another exemplary system describes a flashing to be inserted under a roof shingle, wherein the flashing is secured to a support for a rail or module. Yet another exemplary system describes a clamp that secures a rail or module and is adjustable along the length of a post. Spacers can be added to the post to extend the adjustment range of the clamp.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cast-in channel having a channel body which forms a receiving space for receiving a connecting element used to fixedly attach a fastening element to the cast-in channel, the channel body further being provided with holes, the holes having connectors provided therein for fixedly attaching anchoring members to the channel body. The connectors are designed as rivets, whose fixing portions, which are inserted through the respective holes, are expanded so as to secure the rivets to the channel body, and which have an attachment for fixedly attaching the anchoring members to the channel body. The present invention also relates to a rivet nut for a cast-in channel.

Abstract: A cable anchor has ball surfaces that permit misalignment between the cable and a stem of the anchor, and a fitting that permits the introduction of a corrosion inhibitor to the interior of the anchor.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for roof ridge construction are provided. Ridge risers are used to securely retain an attachment block above sheathing portions at an elevation sufficient to permit air venting through the ridge. The ridge risers have legs with one or more weakened regions (such as scores) that permit easy folding so that the legs can be attached to the sheathing and/or rafter portions. A set of attachment holes may be positioned below each of the weakened regions. The legs are joined to a cradle in which the attachment block rests. The attachment block is retained within the cradle via a mechanism such as fasteners, retention cleats, and retention assemblies with tabs designed to be driven into the attachment block. Roof covering elements, such as shingles, shakes, tiles, slate units, metal units, and synthetic ridge covering elements, are attached to the roofing block.

Abstract: A friction tube anchor has a tube (1) which can be expanded under the action of a pressurized medium and which is attached to a casing (6). The casing (6) is screwed into a section (13) of a casing-like sleeve (7) which is provided with a thread and is sealed by ring packing (11) relative to the inside of the section (13). The casing-like sleeve (7) has another section (14) which is provided with a thread and in which selectively either another expandable tube (1), or an adapter for feeding the pressurized medium for expanding the tube (1), or a fastening bolt, for example an eye bolt, can be screwed.

Abstract: An attachment plate for securing a roof membrane to a roof deck includes a generally planar contact surface and at least one aperture for receiving a fastener for securing the plate to the deck with the membrane therebetween. An integrally formed, rolled collar surrounds the aperture to enhance the strength of the plate in the area adjacent the fastener. One or more stress relievers may also be formed at selected locations on the plate to provide sites for controlled deformation of the plate in the event extreme forces are exerted on the plate and the membrane, such as by heavy wind loads.

Abstract: The instant invention relates to an infinitely adjustable anchoring system for attaching structural members to a support member. The system comprises a continuous, elongated, removable retaining track secured to the outer surface of a support member and configured to receive at least one adjustable connector plate therein. The adjustable connector plates are capable of attaching to structural members having various dimensions and pitches relative to the track. The invention includes a reusable centering bracket assembly used to install a retaining track assembly along an upper portion of a support member.

Abstract: In an anchor installation in a lightweight construction panel including first and second cover plates with a support core structure disposed between the cover plates, wherein the anchor is installed in a bore so as to extend at least through the first cover plate and the support core to the second support plate, the anchor includes engagement structures for engagement with at least the first cover plate and the support core and also cement containing balloons which are crushed upon insertion of the anchor thereby releasing the cement which solidifies forming a firm connection between the anchor and the first and second cover plates and the support core.

Abstract: A compression bar system for a braced facade structure is disclosed. The system includes a compression bar, and connecting elements connectable to the compression bar. Each connecting element is formed as a pre-fabricated part and is connectable to tie elements.

Abstract: A cable anchor has ball surfaces that permit misalignment between the cable and a stem of the anchor, and a fitting that permits the introduction of a corrosion inhibitor to the interior of the anchor.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a connector for connecting two or more panels of stone together. In one embodiment of the invention, the invention comprises a connector having a body with a first and a second end and at least two symmetrically orientated slots, each slot having an open end and an enclosed end. The invention is further comprised of at least two bolts, each such bolt having a shaft for attachment into a stone panel and a head protruding from the surface of the stone panel, the outer edge of the head having a consistent diameter suitable for insertion into the open end of a slot on the connector wherein bolt head is inserted into the open end of the slot and moved through the slot to a secure position proximate to the enclosed end.

Abstract: A mortar grouting type joint for reinforcing bars is provided, which comprises a hollow cylindrical body having an opening cover (2) at an end, a bolt hole (8) on the side wall, and a supporting protrusion (5) on the inner peripheral wall, adapted to support reinforcing bars (12) with a bolt (13) and the supporting protrusion (5), wherein the supporting protrusion (5) consists of a pair of thin-walled members extending in parallel in the longitudinal direction of the hollow cylindrical body, and each thin-walled member has a ridge line (7) sloping toward the opening cover (2), with the portion of the thin-walled member supporting the reinforcing bar (12) inserted through the opening cover (2) constituting the apex, whereby the reinforcing bar to be inserted can be automatically guided to the position coaxial with the joint, said joint being suitable for performing connection of a number of sets of bare reinforcing bars such as connection of reinforcing bar structures.

Abstract: A mullion connector connects a mullion to a building structure, the mullion connector having a first flange and a second flange in a plane generally perpendicular to the first flange with a first flange having a first fastener opening capable of allowing relative motion of the mullion connector relative to the mullion in at least one direction and a second flange having an second fastener opening capable of allowing relative motion of the mullion connector relative to the building in at least two generally perpendicular directions. By placing the second flange on a generally horizontal surface such as a building floor, and loosely fastening the second flange through the second fastener opening to a building anchor, the first flange opening may be attached to the mullion allowing up and down and rotational motion while the second flange opening allows in & out and left to right motion while supporting the mullion.

Abstract: An attachment device for panes of glass. The attachment device includes retainers arranged between each pane and a support structure. The retainers include structures to compensate for the dimensional differences, deformations and displacements between the pane and the support structure. Degrees of freedom of rotation of the structure include uni-axis pivot joints. Strung together degrees of freedom in translation may be produced within the joints or by installing the joints in such a way that they can move. Panes can be mounted in a statically determinate manner by virtue of an appropriate combination of degrees of freedom.

Abstract: An anchoring element for lifting prefabricated components, made of concrete, comprising a hollow body of a bayonet coupling device which forms a female seat with an access opening; the hollow body is embeddable in a component proximate to a perimetric side of the component so that the access opening is directed outward.

Abstract: A device for installing an impact-type anchoring unit having an expansion sleeve with an internal bore tapering in a forward region and threaded in a rearward region and an expansion body adapted to be driven into the expansion sleeve by an impact tool having a rod, the device comprising a body part having a stop flange adapted to abut against an object in which the impact-type anchoring unit is to be installed, the body part also having a threaded portion located adjacent to the stop flange and screwable in the threaded rearward portion of the internal bore of the sleeve, the body part also having a through going internal bore with a diameter adapted to be larger than the rod of the impact tool.

Abstract: An anchoring device for housing/building construction has at least one anchoring member with a shaft and a first and a second end. The anchoring track to which the first end is form-fittingly connected has an inner and an outer surface. The second end has a fastening element for anchoring the device in a substrate such as concrete. At least the shaft is made of a pipe section. The anchoring track has an opening with an inner edge. The first end of the shaft penetrates the opening whereby the first end has at least one appendage formed at the free end penetrating through the opening, whereby the at least one appendage engages the opening from behind.

Abstract: A method forming a pressure-free expansion anchor in a cylindrical borehole (2) with an undercut (3) in a receiving material forming an anchorage, with an undercut expansion dowel (5) inserted into the borehole. The dowel (5) has an axially-extending threaded rod (9) extending through a sleeve (6) with outwardly displaceable segments (7) on the sleeve for effecting a positive lock in the region of the undercut. The method involves introducing a curable mortar (M) into the region of the undercut, where the mortar forms a bond with the region of the undercut and the displaced elements (7) of the sleeve (6).

Abstract: A mortar grouting type connector for reinforcing bars having a grouting port and a discharging port disposed adjacent the ends thereof, a plurality of annular ridges provided on its internal surface and a stopper provided approximately at its mid-length portion, wherein a plurality of longitudinal flanges are provided which extend from around the stopper toward one end opening of the connector. The longitudinal flanges are provided to align the reinforcing bars within the connector and prevent the tip of the reinforcing bar inserted into the connector from being displaced.

Abstract: A concrete beam connector sleeve has a tubular plastic body with a large dimensional end portion, a funnel portion joining the end portion, a rod guide portion joining the funnel portion, a bolting step joining the rod guide portion and a large dimension portion at the end of the sleeve away from the opposite end of the sleeve. The sleeve is cast in a cement column with the large dimension portion opening into a spandrel-supporting recess and the other large dimension portion opening into the opposite side of the column. A threaded rod mounted in a spandrel seated in the recess extends through the interior of the sleeve and past the bolting step. A nut threaded onto the end of the rod secure the spandrel in place on the column.

Abstract: A B-shaped structural member including a linearly extending back-wall section running substantially the entire length of the member, a first sidewall section and a second sidewall section, each sidewall section being integrally formed with and extending from a respective side of the back-wall section, a first front-wall section and a second front-wall section, each front-wall section integrally formed with the extending from respective sidewall sections, first and second inwardly turned flange sections integrally formed with and extending from respective front-wall sections, and a linearly extending slot defined intermediate the inwardly turned flanges. The ends of the inwardly turned flange sections provide engagement surfaces to grippingly receive a fastener which is inserted into the slot. The engagement surfaces of the inwardly turned flanges are configured to permit easy insertion of the fastener but to retard the disengagement of the fastener from the structural member.

Abstract: A top concrete section for a manhole assembly is cast with a plurality of bolt slot inserts each insert having a substantially inverted T-shaped hollow interior for slideably receiving a nut which may be moved to any desired position along the base of the insert for threadedly engaging a threaded rod employed to rigidly secure a cast iron cover frame to the top section.The method for casting a manhole top section comprises the steps of releasably mounting each insert within the mould assembly by means of a retaining slide which itself is slideably received within a pair of holding brackets provided on each of the inner and outer mould members, the insert being substantially fully closed on all sides thereof and having a top surface formed of a thin web which is easily fractured or cut away after the top manhole section is cast. The fully enclosed insert prevents any concrete from entering into the interior thereof.

Abstract: A method and apparatus is provided for anchoring threaded bars, such as bolts or similar elements, to hardened concrete, cement, or stone. An anchoring hole and a side hole are cut in the solid structure, and a sprag is then positioned within the side hole. The sprag is in the form of a sleeve and has a screw-threaded opening which extends through it and which is adapted to receive a threaded anchoring bar. The angle between the longitudinal axis of the sprag and the opening is equal to the angle between the anchoring bar hole and the side hole which are formed in the structure. The sprag is positioned within the side hole until its threaded opening is in line with the anchoring bar hole, so that the anchoring bar can be screwed into it.

Abstract: A moveable wing aircraft including a quick release, attachment mechanism carrying the aircraft on a bomb rack or other carrier and a mechanism for deploying the moveable wing from its captive carry position to its extended free flight position are disclosed. The aircraft includes an elongate fuselage, a portion of the top surface of which is substantially flat in order to accommodate the moveable wing. The moveable wing is positionable between a captive carry position in which it is aligned with the longitudinal axis of the fuselage and an extended free flight position. The single, moveable wing is pivoted around a central point from its captive carry position to its extended free flight position such that it is substantially perpendicular to the aircraft fuselage. The quick release mechanism extends through apertures in the wing in its captive carry position and is spring biased to retract through the wing and into the aircraft fuselage when released from the bomb rack or other carrier.

Abstract: A socket having a socket body which is accurate in position when in use. The body is provided with an internal blind bore having an open end and a closed end. The blind bore defines or has a portion defined by inner surfaces which converge in a direction toward the open end of the blind bore and diverge toward the closed end. This bore portion is spaced axially from the open end. Within this portion of the bore is disposed a locking element made of at least two segments that have an axial extent less than the length of the above-mentioned portion. The segments have outer side surfaces which are complementary with the converging inner surfaces of the portion of the blind bore. They are each provided with a thread and jointly define a bore of lesser diameter than the open end and accordingly of lesser diameter than an anchor bolt insertable axially into the socket body.

Abstract: A remotely releasable hoisting coupling for engagement with an anchor cast in place within a concrete slab. The anchor provides a passage opening through the surface of the slab and an annular abutment shoulder spaced beneath said surface. The coupling comprises a body insertable into the anchor, a pair of lugs supported in the body at diametrically opposed positions for rocking movement about a diametric axis extending normal to the body, and means to selectively move the lugs between a protruding condition engaged with the abutment shoulder and a retracted condition disengaged from the shoulder. The means to selectively move the lugs comprises a rod axially moveable within the body and having cam surfaces directly engagable with the lugs to force the lugs to the protruding condition and holding surfaces to maintain the lugs in the protruding condition, without loading the cam surfaces.

Abstract: An anchoring system is provided for use in building walls. A drill hole is formed in a wall or floor with a radially enlarged portion. A fixing bolt bearing an anchoring sleeve and a threaded piece is inserted into the hole. The anchorage sleeve having radially outwardly extended projections flexes upon insertion into the hole to expand these projections into the enlarged portion and a control element is rotated to move a threaded piece interconnected with the anchoring sleeve into the lower end of the anchoring sleeve. The system provides a more reliable anchor than conventional adhesive bolts or expansion bolts.

Abstract: Bolt-seating plug in which a bolt is secured by an inner end block means which is accommodated within the inner chamber of the plug having the shoulder wall wider than the central portion of the plug accommodating the shank of the bolt, whereby bolt-withdrawal force acts as a more easily resisted compressive force on the inner end block means, and which comprises a threaded nut through which the bolt is screwed, and a ring which is made of soft synthetic resin, through which the bolt is passed completely, partly by screwing and partly by forcing, and which has a thickness such that it may contribute to a required degree to bolt-holding force.

Abstract: An anchor for insertion into a hole in a wall having an undercut groove extending therearound, the anchor having an elongated body with a bore therethrough, the bore being threaded at its outer end and tapering down in diameter toward the inner end of the body and slotted to permit expansion when a tapered pin is inserted therein. The body has an annular locking collar about its expandable portion placed to enter the groove when expanded. The groove and locking collar precisely interfit and are spaced from the inner end of the hole and the anchor body by a distance at least as great as the axial width of the collar. A screw member fits in the bore and has a pusher pin which pushes the expansion pin all the way into the bore when the member is screwed partway into the threaded bore portion, leaving part of the screw protruding from the body and the hole.

Abstract: An improved slotted channel device for anchoring of bolted metal framing systems to concrete walls, ceilings or forms, which device is shaped to provide a front half section having parallel sides with inturned lips adapted to receive a rectangular locking nut which engages the parallel sides and is restricted from turning and a rear half section having sides which flare outwardly in the form of a wedge and serve as an anchor when the device is embedded in concrete.

Abstract: A concrete slab or panel poured in its horizontal position is fitted with anchor inserts embedded in the concrete that receive releasable pickup units or devices for connection of the panel to a hoist. Each insert has a tubular member of a relatively short length to which a hollow plastic mold is attached that extends into the panel. The mold for the most part remains in the panel and forms a cavity into which part of the pickup device extends. The pickup device has a trunion plate that is placed across the insert opening in the panel. A housing extends through a hole in the trunnion plate into the insert and defines an internal cavity disposed inwardly of the insert. A bore communicates an end of the housing outside the panel with the housing cavity. An axially movable actuator rod or plunger is disposed in the bore and includes a head disposed in the cavity and formed of contiguous cylindrical and conical portions.

Abstract: An improved anchor insert adapted to be embedded in a concrete slab for cooperation with a pick-up unit which includes a locking stem having a pair of lift shoulders extending from opposite sides of the stem, comprises a concrete-excluding cage having a hollow body and a base closing the lower end of the body, a first pair of spaced apart anchor rod sections intersecting the body for the application of a lifting force thereto by the lift shoulders inserted in the cage, a second pair of spaced apart anchor rod sections extending transversely of the first pair of anchor rod sections and fixedly secured thereto on opposite sides of the cage body, a pair of foot members disposed beneath each anchor rod section of the second pair, the anchor rod sections of the second pair being seated thereon, the foot members in each pair being disposed on opposite sides of the cage and spaced outwardly therefrom, and the foot members being adapted to seat on the floor of a slab form to space the anchor rod sections of both pair