Pipes and tubular conduits – Combined – With external support structure
Reexamination Certificate
2007-03-27
2007-03-27
Brinson, Patrick (Department: 3754)
Pipes and tubular conduits
Combined
With external support structure
C138S108000, C138S107000, C248S062000, C248S059000
Reexamination Certificate
active
10931837
ABSTRACT:
Apparatus and methods for supporting conduits within a sanitary environment. Some supports are configured so as to avoid the formation of surfaces that might collect dust, debris, cleaning fluids, etc. when installed. In one embodiment, the support includes a pair of opposing support members that may be releasably and sealingly secured together. The upper support member may have a substantially uninterrupted convex surface that has a desired texture. The lower support member may be sized and shaped such that no portion thereof protrudes outwardly beyond the upper member to form any surfaces, pockets, etc. wherein dirt, debris, cleaning fluids, etc. may accumulate. A seal or grommet may be employed to establish a seal between the conduit and support to prevent the infiltration of dirt, debris, cleaning fluids, etc., between the conduit and the conduit support. The fasteners employed to couple the first and second support members together may be dimensioned so that their outer edges do not protrude laterally beyond the outer surface of the upper support member.
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Chappo, Jr. Robert S.
Friedline Gary W.
Graham Kenneth R.
Brinson Patrick
Kirkpatrick & Lockhart Nicholson & Graham LLP
PBM, Inc.
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