US3648419A
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Combined bracket mounting and support and metal stud structure
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1969-10-20
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Granted: 1972-03-14
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Expires: 1989-10-20
Abstract
Abstract A bracket support and mounting system for use with metal channel-shaped studs. A slotted channel is positioned relative to and connected to the metal stud usually by another element which may be integral with a guide flange. A pair of guide flanges provide a corridor for a bracket to the slots of the slotted channel. Five embodiments of system designs are illustrated.
Inventors
- 👤 Robert A Marks
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 02:27
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04B; E04B2/00; E04B2/74; E04B2/76; E04B2/78
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
213 words
A bracket support structure comprising in combination: a first element receiving a U-shaped slotted bracket support and connecting to a metal stud, said first element having a wall portion for abutting said support, an integral rear flange having a recessed end portion, said rear flange extending perpendicularly from said wall portion, an integral laterally extending flange positioned to abut a portion of said metal stud, said laterally extending flange being perpendicular to said wall portion, and a guide flange extending in a direction perpendicular to said laterally extending flange; a second element receiving said U-shaped slotted bracket support and for connecting to another metal stud, said second element having a wall portion abutting said support, an integral rear flange having an end portion received by the recessed end portion of said first element, said rear flange extending perpendicularly from said second element wall portion, an integral laterally extending flange positioned to abut a portion of said metal stud, said laterally extending flange being perpendicular to said second element wall portion, and a guide flange extending in a direction perpendicular to said second laterally extending flange; and at least one fastener positioned through openings in said first element wall portion and in said U-shaped slotted bracket support for attaching said element and said support.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
213 words
A bracket support structure comprising in combination: a first element receiving a U-shaped slotted bracket support and connecting to a metal stud, said first element having a wall portion for abutting said support, an integral rear flange having a recessed end portion, said rear flange extending perpendicularly from said wall portion, an integral laterally extending flange positioned to abut a portion of said metal stud, said laterally extending flange being perpendicular to said wall portion, and a guide flange extending in a direction perpendicular to said laterally extending flange; a second element receiving said U-shaped slotted bracket support and for connecting to another metal stud, said second element having a wall portion abutting said support, an integral rear flange having an end portion received by the recessed end portion of said first element, said rear flange extending perpendicularly from said second element wall portion, an integral laterally extending flange positioned to abut a portion of said metal stud, said laterally extending flange being perpendicular to said second element wall portion, and a guide flange extending in a direction perpendicular to said second laterally extending flange; and at least one fastener positioned through openings in said first element wall portion and in said U-shaped slotted bracket support for attaching said element and said support.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
30 words
A bracket support structure, as claimed in claim 1, wherein: said recessed end portion comprises a groove and said end portion of said second element rear flange comprises a tongue.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-03-14 | 1975-09-13 | 1976-03-14 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-03-14 | 1979-09-13 | 1980-03-14 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-03-14 | 1983-09-13 | 1984-03-14 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |