Wall framing stud and wall framing system
US8245466B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 12, 2010 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 12, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04C2003/0473
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A framing system for a new or existing wall, structure and/or the like is provided that uses just one type of unit or member for various framing applications, namely serving as a framing stud and framing plate or track—i.e. a universal framing unit. The universal framing unit is formed from a single piece of metal as a three-wall member having a front wall, a first lateral wall, and a second lateral wall. The first lateral wall is continuous with a first lateral side of the front wall via a first curved transition so as to be generally perpendicular relative to the front wall, while the second lateral wall is continuous with a second lateral side of the front wall via a second curved transition so as to be generally perpendicular relative to the front wall. A first slot is formed in the first curved transition and extends from a first end of the universal framing unit a first length along the first curved transition. A second slot is formed in the second curved transition and extends from the first end of the universal framing unit a second length along the second curved transition. A notch may be provided at the junction of the slot and the respective lateral wall to create a wide…
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