Utility module for walls and the like
US4642418A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 29, 1985 |
| Grant date | Feb 10, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 29, 2005 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02G3/14
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A wall-mounted electrical utility module is disclosed which provides an open, rectangular frame mounted in an opening in one side of a wall. The adjacent, opposite panel closes the rearward side of the frame and cooperates therewith to provide a module chamber. Flange means are provided on the frame which include adjustable plates. The side plates abut with adjacent panels and the upper and lower plates overlap the wall panels above and below the opening. The plates are secured to the wall studs to provide a firm mounting for the module. A removable cover provides access to the module interior. The cover provides sound insulation and a resilient seal. The cover is spaced from the wall so that cords can pass under the edge of the cover and be plugged into receptacles provided within the module.
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