Devices and methods for protecting exposed pipe ends

Details Devices and methods for protecting exposed pipe ends Devices and methods for protecting exposed pipe ends

2006-01-26

2010-11-23

Chapman, Jeanette E (Department: 3633)

Static structures (e.g., buildings)

Wall, ceiling, or floor designed for utilities

Having a passageway through the entire wall, ceiling, or...

C052S220100, C052S096000

Reexamination Certificate

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07836645

ABSTRACT:
Devices are provided for protecting pipe ends at a construction site on which concrete will be poured from being moved out of position or damaged during construction or from injuring workers. The devices have an upper frame and an enclosure adapted to fit together to form a rigid, generally rectangular-shaped body having a recess into which the pipe ends to be protected extend when the body is positioned in place. The body, dimensionally configured to fit between frame studs that will installed later in construction, has fastening tabs for securement to a base on which concrete will be poured. After the concrete has set, the body—partially embedded in the concrete—provides tradesmen access to the pipe ends within via an open top. Methods are also disclosed for protecting exposed pipe ends utilizing the inventive devices.

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