Structural support for manufactured housing type structures
US7681373B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 5, 2007 |
| Grant date | Mar 23, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 5, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE02D27/01
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A method for supporting manufactured home structures by preventing their deterioration and devaluation through the installation of a robust foundation system. The foundation system comprises of a concrete footing, long lasting wall panels and roof panels made from steel and cellular concrete. The manufactured home can be modified to accommodate the said installation. The wall panel is attached to both the manufactured home and foundation footing below the manufactured home to provide foundational supports for the manufactured walls of the manufactured home. Roofing panels can then be installed to the top of the manufactured home and newly installed wall panels for further protection. The benefits of this method allows the owner of the newly retrofitted or installed manufactured home to claim their home as real property instead of personal property thus allowing them qualify for long term mortgages.
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