Precast concrete column for use in post-frame construction
US6964139B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 28, 2002 |
| Grant date | Nov 15, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 10, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04C3/36
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A column for use in post-frame construction having a two piece construction in which a first or foundation column portion of the column is set into the earth with a proximal end thereof protruding from the earth. The proximal end of the foundation column includes a column bracket for joining the foundation column to a wooden column comprising the second portion of the two piece column of the present invention. The foundation column of the present invention comprises a precast concrete column. The foundation column of the present invention advantageously resists degradation of its mechanical properties due to environmental influences while providing the necessary strength to support a post-frame building, including, e.g., the environmental loads received by the building. The wood column comprising the second portion of the two piece column of the present invention advantageously provides ease of workability to complete construction of a post-frame building.
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