Panel fastening system for modular office furniture
US6202965A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 23, 1999 |
| Grant date | Mar 20, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 23, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47B96/201
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A modular office system incorporating wall panels with interlock edges to facilitate assembly. The substantially planar panels include a plurality of tabs extending from one side edge of the panel. The tabs are lockingly received within corresponding slots of an upright support member. To prevent disconnection of the panels, a retractable fastener bar can be selectively slid into locking engagement with the support member. The fastener bar is positioned within the panel and movable between a retracted position and an extended position engaging the upright support. A threaded fastener may be used to prevent sliding movement of the bar.
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