Localized reinforcement system for refrigerator cabinet

Details Localized reinforcement system for refrigerator cabinet Localized reinforcement system for refrigerator cabinet

2006-03-21

2006-03-21

Wilkens, Janet M. (Department: 3637)

Supports: cabinet structure

Spaced insulated wall

Refrigerator cabinet

C312S407000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07014283

ABSTRACT:
A refrigerator cabinet assembly includes a shell formed from a pre-painted material having first and second laterally spaced upstanding side walls which are interconnected by a top wall, with each of the first and second side and top walls including a front edge portion leading to a flange assembly defining a liner receiving cavity. The flange assembly includes a front flange leading to a return flange that extends to a rear flange and terminates in a bent flange. The cabinet assembly further includes a plurality of corner and stanchion reinforcing members secured behind respective return flange sections. The reinforcing members function to increase the structural integrity of the shell while including tab structure for mounting and/or shell deformation preventing purposes.

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