Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Facer held by stiffener-type frame – Facer attached between exposed frame members
Patent
1996-08-28
1997-09-30
Kent, Christopher T.
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Facer held by stiffener-type frame
Facer attached between exposed frame members
527304, 527315, 527323, 527332, 527362, 527376, 5274509, 52764, 52781, 256 19, 256 24, 256DIG5, E04B 260, E04H 1722
Patent
active
056715846
ABSTRACT:
A retaining wall for remote environments such as wilderness trails utilizes an "H-beam" post member having first and second elongate, vertical plates joined in a spaced, generally parallel relationship by first and second vertical brace portions, so that the cross-section of the resultant construction yields a central cavity between a pair of open web or channel portions. For installation, a stake member (e.g., a segment of rebar or similar material) is driven into the ground, and the central cavity of the H-beam post is placed over the rebar, so that the rebar engages the central cavity and supports the H-beam post. Additional H-beam posts are installed at spaced intervals along the line of the intended retaining wall. Boards, planks or other elongate, sectional materials are inserted into the open webs between adjacent H-beam posts, and are successively stacked to create a wall. Anchors are installed from the H-beam post into the soil or rock for stability. Finally, a cap can be placed on the boards. If a rail is desired, rail posts can be installed into the upper portion of the central cavity of the H-beam post, and rails (e.g., chain) can be extended between rail posts.
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Johnson Larry
Kent Christopher T.
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