Interconnecting alignment and support system with latching mechanism
US8376290B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 5, 2010 |
| Grant date | Feb 19, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 5, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L3/222
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An interconnecting alignment and support system for supporting and maintaining alignment of at least one conduit or pipe is disclosed. The system may be used, for example, during a concrete pour operation or other construction operation. The system comprises a base spacer and, optionally, one or more of an intermediate spacer and/or another base spacer. The base spacer is constructed to be capable of interlocking with another spacer on each side and the top. The intermediate spacer is constructed to be capable of interlocking with another spacer on each side and both the top and bottom. The interlocks on the spacers may be releasably latched when fully interlocked. By interlocking the spacers, a matrix structure for aligning and supporting conduit or pipe may be created. The base spacer is attachable to a surface, so that the alignment and support system may be fixed in place.
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