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Support structure for through-wall installation of package unit
Assignee: EMBASSY IND Inc
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Filing: 1973-02-05
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Granted: 1975-01-14
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Expires: 1993-02-05
Abstract
Abstract A support structure for through-wall installation of a package unit, such as an air conditioner or the like, having a sleeve that extends through a wall opening to receive the unit for presentation therethrough, and adjustable load bearing means positioned to engage the sleeve to support it and the unit by transferring the major portion of the unit weight to an underlying base, thereby reducing the load applied to the wall via the sleeve.
Inventors
- 👤 Norman B Wenig
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 07:02
CPC Classifications
F; F24; F24F; F24F13/00; F24F13/32
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
171 words
A support structure for a package unit which comprises sleeve means disposed to extend through a wall opening to receive a package unit for presentation through said opening, and adjustable load bearing means positioned to engage said sleeve means to support same and to transfer at least a major portion of the weight of the package unit to an underlying base means to reduce the load applied to the wall, said adjustable load bearing means including a pair of spaced-apart uprights and a transversely extending member adjustably connected to said uprights and positioned to supportingly engage said sleeve means, said sleeve means having a guide flange adapted to bear against one side of the wall on the area thereof adjacent said opening to establish said sleeve means in a given positional relation to the wallopening; and a frame adapted to bear against the opposite side of the wall on the area thereof adjacent said opening, said frame being connected to said flange to secure said sleeve means in said positional relation.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
171 words
A support structure for a package unit which comprises sleeve means disposed to extend through a wall opening to receive a package unit for presentation through said opening, and adjustable load bearing means positioned to engage said sleeve means to support same and to transfer at least a major portion of the weight of the package unit to an underlying base means to reduce the load applied to the wall, said adjustable load bearing means including a pair of spaced-apart uprights and a transversely extending member adjustably connected to said uprights and positioned to supportingly engage said sleeve means, said sleeve means having a guide flange adapted to bear against one side of the wall on the area thereof adjacent said opening to establish said sleeve means in a given positional relation to the wallopening; and a frame adapted to bear against the opposite side of the wall on the area thereof adjacent said opening, said frame being connected to said flange to secure said sleeve means in said positional relation.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
27 words
A support structure according to claim 1 including resilient pad means on said adjustable load bearing means disposed to dampen vibratory forces generated within said package unit.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
24 words
A support structure according to claim 1 wherein said uprights extend above said transversely extending member to define lateral constraints for said sleeve means.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
29 words
A support structure according to claim 1 wherein said uprights have elongated slots which allow adjustment in the elevation of said transversely extending member relative to said base means.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
32 words
A support structure according to claim 1 wherein said uprights and transversely extending member are positioned with respect to said sleeve means to bear substantially the entire weight of the package unit.
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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) | 1978-01-13 | 1978-07-15 | 1979-01-14 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-01-13 | 1982-07-15 | 1983-01-14 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-01-13 | 1986-07-15 | 1987-01-14 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |