Multi-purpose table with electrical features
US7975624B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 16, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jul 12, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 16, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R25/006
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A multi-purpose table including a channel that either forms a portion of, or is attached to, a horizontal support structure of the work surface of the table. The channel includes at least one trough for managing cables and cords associated with electrical and communication outlet modules. The electrical and communication outlet modules may be installed within the channel with the outlets accessible to a user of the table when the work surface is positioned in each of a horizontal use position and a vertical storage position. In one embodiment, individual outlet modules are installed within the channel by a snap-fit engagement. In another embodiment, the outlet modules are provided as part of a harness or bus assembly that is slidably installed and retained within the channel.
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