US3811644A
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Pipe hanger
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-11-22
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Granted: 1974-05-21
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Expires: 1992-11-22
Abstract
Abstract A hanger in the form of a U-shaped bracket for waste lines in buildings having concrete plank floors. Flanges are provided toward the closed end of the U for supporting the bracket on top of concrete planks siding the waste line opening. Downwardly extending tabs at the open end of the U extend between the planks to prevent the U from opening and upstanding portions of the bracket are provided with fastening devices to secure a waste line extending through the bracket and prevent downward movement thereof.
Inventors
- 👤 W Arnault
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 19:32
CPC Classifications
F; F16; F16L; F16L5/00; F16L3/00; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T137/00; Y10T137/6851; Y10T137/6966; Y10T137/6969; Y10T137/6988
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
111 words
A pipe hanger for supporting waste line passing vertically between two spaced concrete planks of a concrete-plank floor comprising: a. flanges for resting on said two concrete planks; b. a frame upstanding from said flanges having a closed end, for spanning the space between said spaced concrete planks, and an open end, said frame defining a substantially rectangular aperture open at said open end for passage about a pipe; c. two downwardly directed tabs depending from said flanges spaced to abut the inside edges of said spaced concrete planks; and, d. fastening means engaged with said frame for securing said frame to a pipe passing vertically through said substantially rectangular aperture.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
111 words
A pipe hanger for supporting waste line passing vertically between two spaced concrete planks of a concrete-plank floor comprising: a. flanges for resting on said two concrete planks; b. a frame upstanding from said flanges having a closed end, for spanning the space between said spaced concrete planks, and an open end, said frame defining a substantially rectangular aperture open at said open end for passage about a pipe; c. two downwardly directed tabs depending from said flanges spaced to abut the inside edges of said spaced concrete planks; and, d. fastening means engaged with said frame for securing said frame to a pipe passing vertically through said substantially rectangular aperture.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
43 words
A pipe hanger according to claim 1 wherein said fastening means are setscrews threaded through said frame for bearing against a waste line component passing therethrough whereby tightening of said setscrews tends to spread said open end forcing said tabs against said planks.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
32 words
A pipe hanger according to claim 1 wherein said frame is cut away adjacent said open end for supporting a substantially horizontally directed pipe connection a predetermined distance above said concrete planks.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
19 words
A pipe hanger according to claim 1 wherein said downwardly directed tabs are positioned substantially at said open end.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
23 words
A pipe hanger according to claim 1 wherein said flanges, said frame, and said tabs are made of one integral piece of metal.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
14 words
A pipe hanger according to claim 5 having the form of a U-shaped bracket.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
18 words
A pipe hanger according to claim 6 comprising a length of angle iron cut and formed to shape.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-05-20 | 1977-11-19 | 1978-05-21 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-05-20 | 1981-11-19 | 1982-05-21 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-05-20 | 1985-11-19 | 1986-05-21 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |