Building structure having studs vertically movable with respect to a floor structure
US8511032B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 6, 2011 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 6, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04B2/88
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A building structure is provided that includes a floor structure and a series of studs extending vertically adjacent the floor structure. A clip is provided. The clip is connected to the floor structure and projects outwardly therefrom and includes a stud retainer for engaging and retaining a flange of a stud. The stud retainer includes a channel through which the flange of the stud extends. The stud retainer is connected to the flange of the stud in such a manner that the stud can move vertically in the channel.
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