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Joist support structure adapted to be embedded into a foundation wall

US7448171B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateOct 27, 2005
Grant dateNov 11, 2008
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Expiry dateNov 20, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE04B1/2608
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A joist support structure that is designed to be embedded in a foundation wall. The joist support structure includes an elongated metal V-shaped base that includes a pair of spaced apart legs that extend upwardly from a vertex. Each leg of the V-shaped base includes an upper end portion. Secured to the upper end portion of each leg is a generally U-shaped joist support that comprises a bottom and a pair of spaced apart sides. When the joist support structure is embedded in a concrete block or poured foundation wall, a joist can be seated in the joist supports and supported by the joist support structure, which is in turn supported by the foundation wall.

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