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Attachment for connecting two building members

US7634889B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateAug 26, 2005
Grant dateDec 22, 2009
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Expiry dateOct 12, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16B2200/503
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

An attachment is provided for connecting two building members together such as a header and an adjoining support member. The attachment includes a plate having an engaging surface for extending across and in engagement with the two building members. At least one L-shaped bracket projects from the plate. The L-shaped bracket includes first and second tabs that form an angle of approximately 90° and which are offset with respect to the plate. The first and second tabs as well as the plate are adapted to be secured to the two building members.

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