Patent · US Expired

Mounting apparatus for concealed hinge of operable wall

US6430779B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 27, 2001
Grant dateAug 13, 2002
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Expiry dateMar 27, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE05Y2900/142
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A mounting bracket for an invisible hinge of an operable wall includes upper and lower end portions for attachment of the bracket to the edge frame of the operable wall. The end portions include vertical slots to allow for vertical adjustment of the wall. Holes for locking screws are also provided the secure position of the wall after adjustment. The mounting bracket, includes a recessed portion to receive the main body of the invisible hinge. The bracket may also include an acoustic coating or an optional hinge encapsulating acoustic boot to provide improved sound barrier characteristics for the operable wall.

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