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Suspended ceiling system

US8006454B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 16, 2010
Grant dateAug 30, 2011
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Expiry dateOct 12, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T403/7194
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A grid system is provided that is particularly suited for the suspended ceiling system that varies in the vertical plane. An elongated carrier tube is provided the spans substantially the width of the grid system that has a slot therein adapted to receive the strengthening bulb of a main runner. A clip is provided that seats on the carrier tube that has opposed faces for capturing the bulb of the runner, so as to secure the runner to the tube carrier.

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