Utility box anti-theft lock brackets
US8302796B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 3, 2009 |
| Grant date | Nov 6, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 27, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02G2200/10
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Anti-theft devices are provided for use with both new and previously installed utility boxes. The utility box includes a sidewall, typically set into the ground, and the anti-theft device includes a bracket that hooks beneath the sidewall. The bracket also includes a threaded bore disposed through a fastening piece. The utility box also includes a cover that seals a top opening of the sidewall. The cover includes a hole for receiving a bolt. The threaded bore aligns with the hole in the cover so a bolt can engage the threaded bore to secure the cover to the bracket.
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