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Expandable, large capacity, computer printout storage rack with work surface

Assignee: Acco Brands USA LLC
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Filing: 1973-02-16
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Granted: 1975-04-29
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Expires: 1993-02-16
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Abstract

Abstract There is disclosed a filing rack for supporting bound volumes of loose-leaf sheets and the like in suspended condition on parallel supporting cross pieces which together with an array of hollow uprights define the rack structure. The rack is horizontally expandable in any direction to conform to virtually any space layout requirements. The rack is also provided with a specially constructed means for mounting a top structure such as a work shelf atop each of the various rack sections in a neat and convenient manner.

Inventors

  • 👤 John P Clark
  • 👤 Frank J Malcik
  • 👤 Jack H Michaelis

Bibliographic Details

Application Number —
Jurisdiction US
Data Source google_patents
Last Synchronized 2026-11-08 12:33
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47B; A47B63/00; A47B47/00; A47B47/02; A47B47/021

Claims Analysis

Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim 260 words
A filing rack comprising: a. an array of hollow uprights; b. a plurality of cross-pieces extending in a predetermined pattern between the uprights, each end of each of said crosspieces extending into an upright; c. first connection means integral with the internally disposed end of a cross-piece, which extends into one of the uprights; d. second connection means for mating with said first connection means and integral with an element which extends through said hollow upright for mating with and connection to said first connection means, said connection with said first connection means being internal of a common upright; e. plug means insertable into the upper end of a selected hollow upright; f. a first hole disposed in said plug; g. a first pin disposed in said first hole and extending from said plug element; h. a laterally extending portion extending outward from and integral with said plug element; i. a second hole disposed in said laterally extending portion; j. a second pin disposed in said second hole and projecting upward from the laterally extending portion; k. a leg element integral with said plug extending substantially parallel to the external surface of the common upright and in substantially surface to surface contact with the external surface of the common upright; l. cantilever means for supporting said extending portion secured to said leg element and said laterally extending portion; m. top structure; and n. a plurality of mating holes in said top structure, said mating holes disposed over said first and second pins for mating with said first and second pins.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim 260 words
A filing rack comprising: a. an array of hollow uprights; b. a plurality of cross-pieces extending in a predetermined pattern between the uprights, each end of each of said crosspieces extending into an upright; c. first connection means integral with the internally disposed end of a cross-piece, which extends into one of the uprights; d. second connection means for mating with said first connection means and integral with an element which extends through said hollow upright for mating with and connection to said first connection means, said connection with said first connection means being internal of a common upright; e. plug means insertable into the upper end of a selected hollow upright; f. a first hole disposed in said plug; g. a first pin disposed in said first hole and extending from said plug element; h. a laterally extending portion extending outward from and integral with said plug element; i. a second hole disposed in said laterally extending portion; j. a second pin disposed in said second hole and projecting upward from the laterally extending portion; k. a leg element integral with said plug extending substantially parallel to the external surface of the common upright and in substantially surface to surface contact with the external surface of the common upright; l. cantilever means for supporting said extending portion secured to said leg element and said laterally extending portion; m. top structure; and n. a plurality of mating holes in said top structure, said mating holes disposed over said first and second pins for mating with said first and second pins.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim 23 words
A filing rack as in claim 1, wherein said element which extends through said hollow upright is one of said plurality of cross-pieces.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim 41 words
A filing rack as in claim 1, wherein said first and second connection means further include a shoulder on each end of each cross-piece engaging the external surface of its respective upright when said first and second connection means are joined.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim 25 words
A filing rack as in claim 3, wherein said first and second connection means include mating screw threads formed in the ends of the cross-piece.

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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) 1978-04-28 1978-10-28 1979-04-29 $2000.00 Window Closed / Lapsed
7.5 Years (Year 8) 1982-04-28 1982-10-28 1983-04-29 $3760.00 Window Closed / Lapsed
11.5 Years (Year 12) 1986-04-28 1986-10-28 1987-04-29 $7700.00 Window Closed / Lapsed

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