Horizontally supported planar surfaces – With structural installation
Reexamination Certificate
1999-09-28
2001-07-31
Chen, Jose V. (Department: 3624)
Horizontally supported planar surfaces
With structural installation
C108S047000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06267063
ABSTRACT:
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention relates to shelving systems, and more specifically, to a shelving system that enables quick installation while at the same time providing features that hide edge and wall defects in the attachment surfaces and the shelving boards.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Shelving systems are generally installed either by placing stringers along the wall surfaces and then attaching shelf boards or surfaces atop them, or by installing pre-fabricated systems such vinyl coated wire shelving systems, or laminated board shelving systems. All three of these shelving systems have drawbacks, however.
The placement of stringers with boards atop them requires that the surfaces to which the stringers and shelves will be attached be relatively true, i.e., that they be relatively flat and straight. Additionally, as the stringers and shelf boards are cut to fit, the edges must be finished in order to ensure a professional appearance. The finishing process is time-consuming and adds to the cost of installing the shelving.
Vinyl coated wire shelving systems, on the other hand, have an institutional look to them that many find unattractive. Also, the wide spaces between the individual vinyl coated wires allow small objects to drop through, a feature that is plainly inconvenient.
Laminated board shelving systems possess many of the same drawbacks as stringer and board shelving systems. Furthermore, laminate board shelving systems are prone to chipping of the laminate surface during cutting and installation. Chipping of the laminate surface results in wasted materials and increased installation time.
Therefore, a need existed for a shelving system having a well-finished professional look that would provide support for small items. A further need existed for a shelving system that would conceal the effects of out of true wall surfaces and edge irregularities or chips in the shelves from cutting. Yet a further need existed for a shelving system that would provide for a fast and efficient installation process while being very cost effective.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
It is an object of the present invention to provide a shelving system having a well finished professional look that would provide support for small items.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a shelving system that will conceal the effects of out of true wall surfaces and edge irregularities or chips in the shelves from cutting.
It is a further object of the invention to provide a shelving system that would facilitate a fast and efficient shelving installation while being very cost effective.
The foregoing and other objects, features, and advantages of the invention will be apparent from the following, more particular, description of the preferred embodiment of the invention, as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
According to one aspect of the invention, a shelving system is disclosed. The shelving system, comprises: a shelf; a substantially U-shaped rear channel frictionally coupled to a rear edge of the shelf; a first shelf bracket having a plurality of wall attachment channels coupled to a first end edge of the shelf; a second shelf bracket having a plurality of wall attachment channels coupled to a second end edge of the shelf; and a center support member having a rotatable locking engagement member coupled below the shelf proximate a middle front underside portion of the shelf.
According to another aspect of the invention, a method for providing a shelving system is disclosed. The method comprises the steps of: providing a shelf; providing a substantially U-shaped rear channel frictionally coupled to a rear edge of the shelf; providing a first shelf bracket having a plurality of wall attachment channels coupled to a first end edge of the shelf; providing a second shelf bracket having a plurality of wall attachment channels coupled to a second end edge of the shelf; and providing a center support member having a rotatable locking engagement member coupled below the shelf proximate a middle front underside portion of the shelf.
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Chen José V.
Moy Jeffrey D.
Weiss Harry M.
Weiss & Moy P.C.
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