Modular electronic production equipment support structures, module connectors and modules therefor, and related installations and methods
US9924613B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 6, 2016 |
| Grant date | Mar 20, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 6, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47B2200/0078
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Stackable modules and systems of stackable modules for making electronic production equipment furniture for use in mobile and/or non-mobile production facilities. Each stackable module includes one or more types of connection members that allow the module to be securely connected to another stackable module when the modules are stacked with one another for deployment and/or shipping. In some embodiments, quick-connect pins are used to secure the modules together via corresponding sets of the connection members on adjacent ones of the modules. The stackable modules are provided in differing shapes and configurations, some of which are for specific pieces of electronic equipment and others of which can accommodate any of a variety of pieces of electronic equipment. Stackable modules and production furniture made therewith can have numerous benefits, including, relative ease of shipping, ease of set up and tear down, and reconfigurability to suit differing needs.
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