US3848386A
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Fixture support
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-06-11
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Granted: 1974-11-19
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Expires: 1993-06-11
Abstract
Abstract A fixture support for use with a concrete ceiling, the support having a main body with a tubular portion through which a bar extends laterally a substantial distance.
Inventors
- 👤 D Catallozzi
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 15:23
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04B; E04B1/00; E04B1/38; E04B1/41; E04B1/4114; E04B1/4142; E04B9/00; E04B9/18; F; F21; F21V; F21V21/00; F21V21/02; F21V21/04
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
167 words
A fixture support adapted to be attached to the upper surface of a concrete form so as to subsequently be embedded in a concrete ceiling poured on the form, comprising a. a main body having a cylindrical tubular portion with an integral closure at a first closed end and an integral outwardly-extending flange at a second open end extending outwardly of the tubular portion, b. a bar extending transversely across the tubular portion and extending externally thereof a substantially greater distance than the flange, the bar extending across the tubular portion at a position adjacent the closed end, and c. an elongated, flexible element having a first end attached to the bar and a second end extendable well beyond the limits of the main body to a point a greater distance from the main body than any straight distance within the main body, the support including a closing means for attaching the entire flexible element within the main body until the body is attached to the form.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
167 words
A fixture support adapted to be attached to the upper surface of a concrete form so as to subsequently be embedded in a concrete ceiling poured on the form, comprising a. a main body having a cylindrical tubular portion with an integral closure at a first closed end and an integral outwardly-extending flange at a second open end extending outwardly of the tubular portion, b. a bar extending transversely across the tubular portion and extending externally thereof a substantially greater distance than the flange, the bar extending across the tubular portion at a position adjacent the closed end, and c. an elongated, flexible element having a first end attached to the bar and a second end extendable well beyond the limits of the main body to a point a greater distance from the main body than any straight distance within the main body, the support including a closing means for attaching the entire flexible element within the main body until the body is attached to the form.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
28 words
A fixture support as set forth in claim 1, wherein the body is formed of a plastic which is chemically impervious to the action of the concrete ceiling.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
34 words
A fixture support as set forth in claim 1, wherein the tubular portion is a right circular cylinder and the flange extends radially a distance approximately one-fourth the diameter of the cylindrical tubular portion.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
14 words
A fixture support as set forth in claim 1, wherein the bar is steel.
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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) | 1977-11-18 | 1978-05-20 | 1978-11-19 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-11-18 | 1982-05-20 | 1982-11-19 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-11-18 | 1986-05-20 | 1986-11-19 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |