Abstract: A transportable assembly of composite reinforcing sleeves for reinforcing a support column includes a plurality of sleeves defining a discontinuity at lateral edges, wherein each sleeve comprises a plurality of first high tensile strength filaments extending parallel to one another, a plurality of second high tensile strength filaments extending parallel to one another at an angle to the first filaments, and a matrix of fully cured resin in which the first and second filaments are embedded. The sleeves are arranged concentrically and held together by the matrix, with a release film interposed between adjacent sleeves. Each sleeve terminates in edges which are spaced from one another to define a gap in said sleeve, the gaps of said sleeves being in alignment with one another.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a joining element, made of thin sheet metal, for joining a wooden component such as a beam or a post to a second component made of wood or another material, in particular for a concealed beam attachment or a post foot. The joining element has a planar attachment web provided with through holes which is to be inserted into a slot in the wooden on the end surface of the wooden component to be attached. The joining element is fastened with fasteners such as dowels which, in the assembled state, extend through the through holes. At least two fastening flanges are provided on the joining element, each with through holes, and are generally bent 90 degrees from the plane of the attachment web and configured integrally with the attachment web.

Abstract: An improved anchor for embedment in a concrete member to provide a lifting attachment for the member. The anchor comprises an elongate bar having convergent and divergent surfaces wherein the divergent surfaces face outwardly to direct axial pull-out forces imparted to the bar divergently and laterally into a concrete member within which the anchor is embedded. Divergent wings are fixed to and extend laterally from the bar to direct lateral forces imparted to the bar in divergent directions relative to the bar.

Abstract: A suspended ceiling system having a trim strip and ceiling runners. A trim connector fastens the trim strip to the ceiling runners. The trim connector being a two part structure is fastened to the trim strip by a releasable fastening action. One of the two parts of the trim connector is also fastened to the ceiling runner.

Abstract: A truss and tie-down strap assembly for use in conventional building structures are shown. The strap provides direct mounting of the truss to the wall studs to provide increased mounting strength for the roof assembly to the side walls of a structure. One leg of the flexible strap is mounted to the truss assembly and the other leg of the flexible strap is mounted to the top plate and stud assembly. The strap is formed of a flexible material such that it can be easily deformed to accommodate different truss structures and side wall configurations. A truss and tie-down strap according to the invention can be preassembled at one location and mounted to the top plate and wall stud assembly at a separate location.

Abstract: An elongated integral truss brace to operatively engage opposite end portions of each of a plurality of lower truss tie bars of a corresponding plurality of roof trusses to retain the plurality of lower truss tie bars and corresponding roof trusses in space relationship relative to each other to reinforce the roof truss system formed by the plurality of roof trusses, the elongated integral truss brace comprising a pair of substantially parallel lower interrupted side panels held in fixed spaced relationship relative to each other by an upper elongated interconnecting member to cooperatively form a stiffener channel therebetween to receive and retain a plurality of rigid brace stiffeners therein and forming a tie bar slot between adjacent rigid brace stiffeners to receive end portions of the lower truss tie bars.

Abstract: A rafter-to-support-member connection apparatus includes a single-piece, substantially two-dimensional blank which includes a longitudinal portion and a transverse portion projecting transversely from the longitudinal portion. The longitudinal portion includes a first end region and a second end region. The transverse portion includes transverse connection apertures. A plurality of indicia are located at predetermined crease line locations on the longitudinal portion. The transverse portion and the first end region and the second end region of the longitudinal portion are adapted to be bent with respect to each other along predetermined locations on the transverse portion and the longitudinal portion to form a three-dimensional structure. In one embodiment, the rafter-to-support-member connection apparatus provides an adjustable fascia rafter connection apparatus to connect a wood or metal fascia to the plumb end of a structural metal rafter.

Abstract: A wiring harness shroud for use in a harsh environment to provide precise routing and protection for wire bundles. The wiring harness shroud comprises a U-channel having a base and two substantially parallel side walls within which one or more wire bundles may be received. The side walls have opposed and registered receiving slots within which a mounting member is demountably secured. The mounting member serves not only to secure the shroud but also to retain the wire bundles within the U-channel.

Abstract: The roof tiles (1) of a sloping roof rest via a ridge on tile laths (2) and overlap one another in two directions. They are fixed with tile hooks (4) and each tile hook (4) comprises a first shaft section (7), which at the free end has a hook-shaped bend (8) which grips around a closing groove (6) on a side edge of a first tile, a second shaft section (9), which at the free end has a device (10) by which the tile hook is fixed to a tile lath (2), and a shoulder (11), which is located between the two shaft sections (7 and 9) and engages on the rear surface of a second tile partially located under the first tile. The two shaft sections (7 and 9) of the tile hooks are essentially perpendicular to the shoulder (11).

Abstract: A clip connector for joining column and beam members to concrete building panels is non-corrosive, and does not require bolts or pins to pass into the concrete panels. The connector is a non-corrosive steel clip having a substantially angular shape with two flanges, one flange substantially straight, and the other flange divided into a first portion and a second portion, the first portion having a lip at the end thereof for containment within a column or beam section, the second portion having a bend therein to extend through an aperture in the column or beam section, the second portion terminating in a hook for engaging a reinforcing member in a concrete building panel.

Abstract: A single piece tension tie connection for tyhing a wood, or steel structural frame member to a wood, steel or concrete structural base member. The tension tie consists of an elongated strap member having triangular shaped side members with four seat members integrally connected to the strap and side members so that the four seat members are locked together and act as a unit in withstanding bending forces imposed by large tension forces imposed on the strap. The entire tension tie is a single member requiring no welding or separate washers.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the field of construction hardware, and more particularly, to an adjustable post base for supporting a construction post relative to a concrete footing or the like. The invention also relates to a method for manufacturing such an adjustable post base.

Abstract: A removable wall construction system and fastener for same. Wall panels are mounted to aperture vertical studs via one-piece fasteners. The fasteners comprise a piercing means for attaching the fasteners to the edges of the wall panels, and aperture penetrators for attaching the fasteners to the studs. The aperture penetrators comprise transversely deflectable side arms or projections removably insertable into the stud apertures. These deflectable side arms are provided with inwardly bent distal end portions for improved retention in place following insertion.

Abstract: A roof tile fastening arrangement secures each of a plurality of concrete roof tiles, disposed in side-by-side relation, to a birdstop mounted adjacent the lower edge of a roof support structure, by a plurality of clips extending between and secured to the side edges of the tiles and to the birdstop. Each of the clips has an upper curved lip portion extending over the side edge of an associated one of the tiles. In a first embodiment, each of the clips has a lower hook portion which hooks to a different one of a plurality of drain slots adjacent the base of the birdstop. The clip is made of resilient material and has a curved body portion which may be flexed to facilitate installation of the clip and which then assumes the curved configuration to hold the clip in tension between the side edge of the associated tile and the associated drain slot in the birdstop.

Abstract: A roof tile fastening arrangement secures each of a plurality of concrete roof tiles, disposed in side-by-side relation, to a birdstop mounted adjacent the lower edge of a roof support structure, by a plurality of clips extending between and secured to the side edges of the tiles and to the birdstop. Each of the clips has an upper curved lip portion extending over the side edge of an associated one of the tiles. In a first embodiment, each of the clips has a lower hook portion which hooks to a different one of a plurality of drain slots adjacent the base of the birdstop. The clip is made of resilient material and has a curved body portion which may be flexed to facilitate installation of the clip and which then assumes the curved configuration to hold the clip in tension between the side edge of the associated tile and the associated drain slot in the birdstop.

Abstract: An insulation fastener and method for supporting insulation on a block wall is provided. The fastener has one end that is anchored to a block in the wall and another end that pierces the insulation. The anchoring end is positioned to lie inside a hollow inner core of the block.

Abstract: A shed including a number of beams coupled between a pair of bars each having a pair of flanges formed in an upper portion, a number of supports each including a pair of ribs engaged with the flanges of the bars, and each having an extension formed on each of two walls, a slot formed in each side of the beam for engagement with the extensions of the walls, each of the supports including a resilient member extended upward for biasing the beam upwards, whereby, the beams are stably coupled between the bars.

Abstract: A drywall support device for the temporary support of drywall, such as for ceiling installation, during installation. This device is a small and compact device having a piercing end, a supporting tongue, and a striking end. The piercing end and the striking end are opposite one another and essentially in the same plane which is transverse to the plane in which the supporting tongue lies. The drywall support device has the piercing end merely driven substantially perpendicular into a ceiling joist by striking the striking end with a hammer. The tongue supports one end of the drywall sheet while the installer secures the opposite end working towards the support devices. Once the entire sheet is secured, the drywall support devices are removed and reused in the installation of the next sheet. The drywall support device is also useful for installing drywall sheets on walls with ceilings above standard height, such as in old homes where ceiling may be over eight feet or in homes with cathedral ceilings.

Abstract: A wooden drop ceiling system is provided which is readily attached to an existing metal T-rail system. A uniquely shaped grooved ceiling tile support is clipped on to the existing T-rail supports by means of U-shaped clips. Cross supports are then clipped on to the cross supports of the T-rails and the basic framework for the wooden ceiling tiles is provided. Transition blocks are also attached to the existing T-rail supports at the intersection of the supports and cross supports. Attractive wooden ceiling tiles of various designs and shapes are then placed into the support grids thus creating an attractive and readily installed wooden drop ceiling.

Abstract: A T-bar partition support clip for securing a rectangular channel shaped partition track to a T-bar ceiling support includes first and second spaced, parallel, vertical leg portions formed from a deformable sheet metal material. Upper ends of the first and second vertical leg portions are perpendicularly connected to coplanar first and second horizontal leg portions. The first and second horizontal leg portions are connected by a vertically extending clip portion possessing vertical sidewalls connected by a top web. A pair of juxtaposed inwardly extending protuberances are formed by punch indentations in central regions of the vertical sidewalls. The vertical sidewalls converge inwardly and downwardly from a maximum lateral separation adjacent the web to a minimum lateral separation adjacent junctions of the vertical sidewalls with the first and second horizontal leg portions.

Abstract: Trim piece for trench duct which can be used where the floor covering is tile or carpet. There are three outwardly extending flanges. In the tile mode, one flange is used as a tile separator and the other flanges are used respectively to support the trench cover and an edge of the floor tile. In the carpet mode, the trim is turned 180.degree. so the tile separator flange is inactive wile the other flange respectively support the edge of the floor tile and the trench cover. In the tile mode, the edge of the floor tile has vertical support so the breakage is avoided. This is attained by that the trim flange supporting the edge is in turn supported by the trench and by concrete.

Abstract: An upright connection including a rigid one-piece connector for joining an upright supported member to a support structure having a support surface and an angularly related edge surface. The connector includes an elongated rigid back member which is connected to the angularly related edge surface of the support structure and in combination with side members, encapsulates the upright supported member. Fasteners inserted through openings in flange members connected to the side members attach the connector to the support surface, and fasteners inserted through openings in the side members attach the upright supported member to the connector. The connection is used primarily in connecting guard rail posts to a wood deck structure.

Abstract: Bracket destined to be mounted on a wall to extend therefrom and so designed that a separately manufactured material in the form of sheets, such as a glass wool mat, is suspended on the bracket by pressing the material against the bracket and causing the material to be pierced by the bracket. The bracket is made out of bent wire (121, 122).

Abstract: A perimeter clip to tie the end of a beam in a dropped grid ceiling to an angle wall molding. The clip is in right angle form with one leg hooked to the molding and the other leg formed to receive and secure the end of a beam. The clip is desirably formed from a flat, stamped piece of metal.

Abstract: A wooden architectural moulding includes fasteners spaced from each other and each include a continuous mounting groove of re-entrant profile having inwardly facing internal ledges, and a unitary fastener provided with deformable limbs having profiled noses which are arranged to interact with the ledges to connect or disconnect the base member.

Abstract: A new roofing system (14) for installation on a structure (2) whose existing roof deck (6) and membrane (12) may include depressed regions (8, 10) compensates for the depressed regions with contour cut compensation panels (18). Filler panels (20) are placed atop the roof deck, membrane and any required compensation panels, with opposed perimeter edges (64) of adjacent filler panels abutting. The filler panels are secured to the underlying roof deck with anchor plates (22) and screws (70), one anchor plate preferably securing four adjacent filler panels at the junction of their corners. The filler panels may have uniform thickness (58) or, if a sloped roofing system is to be fabricated, they may have non-uniform thickness (60, 62). Lengths (82, 88) of roofing material (76), such as galvanized metal, are laid atop the upper surface (72) of the filler panels and anchor plates and are secured to the anchor plates with screws (92).

Abstract: A wall construction is provided which includes a wall upon which are located siding sections to which are fastened brick sections. The siding sections are arranged in coplanar end-to-end relationship and include abutting ends with nesting tongue and groove arrangements to resist relative transverse movement between the sections. The tongue defines a passage extending transversely across the same. A clip is provided which includes a central portion located between the ends of the siding sections. The central portion extends through the aforementioned passage in the tongue. The clip includes further portions extending in opposite directions from the central portion along opposite sides of the siding sections. A protruding flange is provided which extends outwardly from the first further portion and a settable material is provided adjacent the siding sections. The protruding portion is embedded in the settable material.

Abstract: Construction methods and clip apparatus for joining or repairing wall or ceiling panels such as sheet rock, gypsum boards, plywood, or other generally planar wall panels. The clip is enables permanent edgewise joining of wallboard panels, ceiling panels, or the like at any desired position along the length of the wall frame or ceiling framework independent of framing back- up studs or joists. A plurality of metallic clips unite to provide an edgewise mechanical bond between adjacent panel edges by creating an artificial backing in wall regions having no studs or support columns. A preferred clip comprises a generally planar, elongated body having a pair of parallel reinforcement grooves, and body is preferably stamped from metal stock and selectively perforated. A pair of integral, spaced apart, prong-like spring tab structures formed on opposite sides of the clip body initially grasp the edges of a panel.

Abstract: A metal integral elevated post base for elevating the base of a wood post above a concrete base in which the post base is embedded. The post base includes a metal foot member embedded in the concrete base, a pair of metal post members integrally connected to the foot member partially embedded in and extending above the concrete base, and a pair of seat members integrally connected to the post members for supporting the wood post. Side members integrally connected to the seat members attach to the sides of the wood post. The post base is formed in two halves from a sheet metal blank and is configured as opposite halves and folded to form a single post and seat. Parts of the post base could be welded, but the preferred form is not welded.

Abstract: A window trim assembly (10) is disclosed as having a window surround assembly (12), a casing (14), a seal (16) and mounting clips (18) cooperatively connected to securely and conveniently attach a preassembled window trim assembly to a window frame assembly or a similar apparatus.

Abstract: A rigid attachment to spacedly secure an inner drywall to an outer wall, made of building blocks, such as concrete blocks. Each attachment is formed of a first arm and a second arm normal thereto. The first arm is provided with lateral projections to anchor the first arm in mortar between the building blocks. Abutments are further provided to firmly position the second arm in parallel, spaced-apart relationship to the outer wall. The attachment may be used vertically, or horizontally, in the outer wall.

Abstract: A masonry veneer tie system is provided for connecting a masonry veneer wall, including courses of bricks joined together by mortar material, to a supporting structure. The masonry veneer tie system includes a masonry veneer tie device comprising a masonry veneer tie body and a masonry tie element. The masonry veneer tie body includes means defining an aperture for inserting means for fastening the masonry veneer tie to the supporting structure at a predetermined fastening point. The masonry tie element is provided for connecting the veneer masonry tie device to the masonry wall by attachment within the mortar material. The maximum cross-sectional dimension of the masonry tie element is less than the thickness of the mortar material.

Abstract: A bracket for fixing a prefabricated window to roof boards or sheathing in an inclined roof is already secured to the window main frame during the factory assembling of the window. The presecuring of the bracket is effected by a screw inserted through a hole in a positioning member which through a connecting portion consisting of a bridge and a rodlike member is integrally connected with one side edge of a first leg of the bracket. The first leg continues at its lower side into a second leg at right angle to the first leg. Before packaging the window for transportation the first and second legs are swung into abutment on the main frame by turning around the connecting portion. When the window is to be installed in the roof the first and second legs are swung through an angle of 180.degree. until the first leg abuts against the positioning member. In this position mounting screws are through the overlapping holes screwed into the main frame.

Abstract: A unitary blind locking device for prefabricated structure construction configured into a substantially rectangular shape for securely binding together pairs of suitable similar and/or dissimilar construction materials of similar and/or dissimilar thicknesses. It has a plurality of legs with end parts that are to be used for gripping the construction parts firmly together by means of the cleats or teeth punched out of an interfitting plate that is part of the lock itself and, for anchoring purposes, said lock being fabricated in various shapes and sizes and with accompanying wall lifting straps to meet the demands of workmen at the permanent construction site so as not to hamper their vision while erecting the permanent structure and also to allow the construction at the prefabrication site to proceed smoothly.

Abstract: This invention provides several embodiments of a metal clip which is snapped onto a grid system and which anchors it through to place on a metal stud wall system. These metal clips makes it possible to erect metal studs of a housing and/or office construction without using electricity and without damaging the grid system so that the former can be removed and the ceiling of the construction does not have to be patched and/or replaced. In one embodiment of the metal clip, the metal clip has a pair of downwardly extending spaced spring sides connected together by a flat section. The spring sides are positioned over a cross metal beam and/or track. An upwardly extending clip is attached to the flat section and positioned in a fixed position for coupling of the grid system. In a second embodiment, the upwardly extending clip is made rotatable to connect to the grid system in different positions.

Abstract: A hollow wall having a V-shaped rigid wire clip with two almost parallel legs engaged in holes in a metal element on a wallboard back face, with the clip head extending across the wallboard edge joint, to hold abutting wallboard edges coplanar, in which at least one of the clip legs has an intermediate bend engaging the hole periphery, whereby a thin tool, extended through the joint, can rotate the clip head around the intermediate bend, which is engaged with the hole periphery, which removes the clip head from behind one of the two abutting edges, for nondestructive removal of one of the wallboards of the wall.

Abstract: A strap anchor for metal stud/brick veneer wall construction includes a first end portion adapted to be embedded in a mortar joint of the veneer wall and a second end portion having a specially shaped slot that permits the anchor to be hooked onto the front L-shaped flange of the stud with edges of the slot engaging portions of both lateral surfaces and internal and external portions of the front flange of the stud.

Abstract: A brick tie for anchoring a brick wall to a vertical channel-shaped member open on one side and to which a drywall has already been secured. The brick tie has a first part with a body portion insertable into the channel-shaped member through the open side thereof and wedgeable therein, and a second part attachable to the first part and positionable between adjacent bricks as the wall is being constructed, with one of the parts passing through the drywall.

Abstract: A fastening clip for use in wooden deck construction and the like comprises a rectangular strip of galvanized steel having a stamped-out central portion forming a perpendicular shank terminating in a parallel arrowhead-like end for piercing the edge of a wooden plank. Nailing or screwing holes are provided in the strip on either side of stamped-out portion.

Abstract: Purlin bridging for building frames has bridging members, each with a web-tempered channel provided with hooks at one end and lugs at the other end. The lugs extend perpendicularly to the web for engagement in the holes in the purlins and are locked therein by the hooks of the next succeeding bridging member. The lugs may be provided with slots to receive and engage the hooks.

Abstract: The anchoring device is for anchoring panels on an anchoring base such as a building wall. The device is simply and inexpensively constructed and includes a tubular support member which is fixed in an axially displaceable manner between clamping plates of angled holders. The support member is located in longitudinal beads formed in the plates, and a serration tooth is arranged inside the longitudinal bead of at least one clamping plate. The clamping plates are formed with openings by means of which threaded screws can tighten the clamping plates around the support member so that the serration tooth is pressed into the wall of the tubular support member.

Abstract: A construction element adapted to be fixed to the facade of a building is produced by hardening a composition consisting essentially of foamed synthetic material with a particle size of 2 mm to 7 mm, cement and water and of a bulk density of 0.2 to 0.4 kg/dm.sup.2 and a thermal conductivity of 0.06 to 0.08 w/mh.degree. K. Mounting clips are driven into the body to enable it to be attached to the building facade.

Abstract: A masonry veneer wall anchor formed on an integral metal form preformed an an L-shaped bar has one leg overlying a building frame member for attachment thereto and has a horizontally disposed outstanding leg with an elongated slotted hole through which a tying member formed as a closed rectangular-sized loop with longitudinal and transverse legs offset at a 90.degree. angle so that one section of the transverse legs may be inserted for vertical adjustment, the tying member engaging the edges of the slot at the transverse legs to provide improved resistance to compressive as well as pulling forces, thereby maximizing functional effectiveness.

Abstract: A removable L-shaped clip fastener of integral, one-piece construction, that is inserted between the risers of installed metal structural roof panels for use in attaching and supporting insulated ceilings, light fixtures, paddle fans, simulated beams. The clip fastener has a long leg and a short leg normal thereto. The long leg has and arcuate and edge-sharpened distal portion to facilitate insertion of the long leg between the risers; the long leg has bent-back ears defining limit stops to limit the extent of insertion of the long leg between the risers; the long leg has a longitudinal axis; and the long leg has a twisted portion at an angle of approximately 22.5 degrees in a radial direction relative to the longitudinal axis of the long leg, and such twisted portion wedges against the inside surfaces of the risers to render the clip fastener self-tightened and self-locked.

Abstract: A wire anchor comprises a member having a U-shaped portion, the legs of which span the air space between the veneer wall and a stud, a transverse offset portion on each leg that engages the external face of the stud, and a pair of attachment portions that resiliently snap into a retained position on the stud. One of the attachment portions includes an inturned part defining a slot that is captured by the free edge of the inturned leg part of the stud. Both attachment portions include arms that engage the web portion and inturned leg part, respectively, of the stud.

Abstract: An improved snap lock retainer mechanism for insulated wall construction apparatus for pouring a composite wall structure which includes a pair of outer poured concrete layers separated by a high density foam insulating panel mounted between the concrete layers and which includes a number of tying mechanisms for holding the insulated layer in place while the concrete is being poured and hardened wherein the holding means are formed of plastic rods upon which two plastic receivers are directly injection molded onto the rod. One of the receivers has a single notch and the other receiver has multiple notches. One of two snap rings which are identical goes first over the single notch receiver and is locked in place and then the rod is extended through the insulating panel and a second snap ring is attached to the multiple notches in a ratchet effect on the multiple notches plastic receivers so as to lock the board in place so that the concrete can be poured.

Abstract: A clip for joining sheet metal beams to one another is formed of a single strip of sheet steel. An arcuate spring plate fits between the flanges of one beam, with a free edge engaging beneath a lip, and a transverse bend at the other edge of the arcuate section joined to a member that extends downward outside the other flange and beneath the web of the one beam. At a second bend there is a flange that rises to engage one of the flanges of the second beam beneath a bent-in lip thereof. The clips can be constructed for joining parallel beams, beams that cross at right angles, or beams that cross at any arbitrary angle.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for joining or repairing wall or ceiling panels such as sheet rock, gypsum boards, plywood, or other generally planar wall panels. Means are provided for permanently joining the edges of wallboard panels, ceiling panels, or the like at any desired position along the length of the wall frame or ceiling framework independent of framing backup studs or joists. Each embodiment of the invention contemplates the use of a plurality of metallic clips adapted to provide a working union or edgewise mechanical bond between adjacent panel edges, by creating an artificial backing in wall regions having no studs or support columns. A preferred clip comprises a generally planar, elongated body having a pair of parallel of reinforcement grooves, and the whole body is preferably stamped from perforated metal stock. A pair of integral, spaced apart, prong-like spring tab structures are formed on opposite sides of the clip body to grasp the edges of a panel.

Abstract: In this fastener which comprises a base plate suitable for being fixed to a batten, at least one retaining tab which is integrally formed with the base plate and which is suitable for retaining a piece of covering material, and two fixing tabs which extend sideways from two respective opposite parallel edges of the base plate and which, when the base plate is placed on a batten, are suitable for being folded down against opposite sides of the batten, there is provided, in addition, at least one spike integrally formed with each fixing tab and extending perpendicularly thereto for gripping the batten after the fixing tab has been folded down there against.

Abstract: A wall tie connector for binding a masonry or glass `veneer` wall to a support frame, having an attachment plate by which it may be fixed to such a support frame, and a twisted tie plate which is closely coupled to a rod passing through an aperture at one end of the tie plate so that the tie plate can slide from side to side along the rod. The rod is in turn connected to the attachment plate by passing through slots in a pair of flanges protruding from the attachment plate. The rod is secured in such a way that it can slide up or down within slots in the flanges of the attachment plate and is also prevented from rotating or twisting relative to the attachment plate by non-rotation structure associated therewith.