US5020290A
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Modular wall
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1989-12-15
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Granted: 1991-06-04
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Expires: 2009-12-15
Abstract
Abstract A kit structure for erecting an interior wall within a building or the like has been disclosed. More particularly, the structure includes horizontal member to be attached to a floor and ceiling, vertical members extending between the horizontal members to brace panels placed on the wall, support members in the floor-attached member for supporting the panels and trim strips for concealing the other components and edges of the panel.
Inventors
- 👤 Victor J. Hajjar
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 17:52
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04B; E04B2/00; E04B2/74; E04B2/7407; E04B2/7409; E04B2/82; E04B2/825; E04B2002/7461; E04B2002/747
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
209 words
An interior modular wall for use within a building or the like, said wall comprising horizontal members with each having a pair of outer channels and a center channel with said channels being adapted to receive electrical and electronic wires and wiring harnesses, said members adapted to be attached to a floor and a ceiling in alignment with each other; a plurality of vertical, I beam-shaped members positioned in and extending between said horizontal member and supported thereby; a plurality of U-shaped support members having legs positioned in said outer channels of said horizontal member positioned on a floor and a bight extending over said center channel, said support members adapted to support panels which may be placed against the wall; rectangular trim retaining clips having one end frictionally received between a leg of said support member and an adjacent sidewall of said horizontal member, and further having an outwardly extending free end; and trim strips having side by side layers defining a downwardly open pocket therebetween, said trim strips attached to said clips by receiving said free ends in said pocket, said strips adapted to cover said horizontal members positioned on a floor and a lower edge of a panel which may be positioned on said support members.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
209 words
An interior modular wall for use within a building or the like, said wall comprising horizontal members with each having a pair of outer channels and a center channel with said channels being adapted to receive electrical and electronic wires and wiring harnesses, said members adapted to be attached to a floor and a ceiling in alignment with each other; a plurality of vertical, I beam-shaped members positioned in and extending between said horizontal member and supported thereby; a plurality of U-shaped support members having legs positioned in said outer channels of said horizontal member positioned on a floor and a bight extending over said center channel, said support members adapted to support panels which may be placed against the wall; rectangular trim retaining clips having one end frictionally received between a leg of said support member and an adjacent sidewall of said horizontal member, and further having an outwardly extending free end; and trim strips having side by side layers defining a downwardly open pocket therebetween, said trim strips attached to said clips by receiving said free ends in said pocket, said strips adapted to cover said horizontal members positioned on a floor and a lower edge of a panel which may be positioned on said support members.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
The wall of claim 1 wherein said trim strips are removable to provide access to said channels.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
40 words
The wall of claim 1 wherein said I beam-shaped members are positioned in said center channels and with the free ends of said members being notched so that wires and wiring harnesses positioned in said center channel may pass therethru.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1994-06-03 | 1994-12-03 | 1995-06-04 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1998-06-03 | 1998-12-03 | 1999-06-04 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2002-06-03 | 2002-12-03 | 2003-06-04 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |