Receptacles – Outlet or junction box type – With adjustable parts
Reexamination Certificate
2007-10-30
2009-12-29
Stashick, Anthony (Department: 3781)
Receptacles
Outlet or junction box type
With adjustable parts
C220S003940, C220S003200, C220S003300, C174S057000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07637385
ABSTRACT:
Disclosed is an electrical box extension that includes an extending member for switch and/or plug mounting having one or more fastening brackets, one or more base fastening brackets and one or more fasteners that together with optional contact points provide for mechanical and electrical connectivity between the extending member and its associated electrical box and provide sufficient mechanical resistance to support the adjustable elevation of the elevating member thereby supporting a flush surface for surface mounted sockets, switches and their associated plates.
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Wegner Paul Brett
Wegner Wesley Gene
Brooks Michael B.
Brooks Michael Blain
McKinley Christopher B
Stashick Anthony
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