Modular in-wall medical services outlet system

Details Modular in-wall medical services outlet system Modular in-wall medical services outlet system

2007-04-17

2007-04-17

Enad, Elvin (Department: 2832)

Electrical connectors

With supporting means for coupling part

Interfitting with channel or double rail

C439S536000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10846007

ABSTRACT:
A modular in-wall medical services outlet system comprising separate standardized vertical units that can be shipped separately and assembled on site to form a consolidated horizontal system. The system includes a self-aligning feature that allows the units to be leveled as a single whole and eliminates the need to level each unit separately. The alignment system may be combined with connectors which secure the units to each other. Racks of medical service outlets are included. The racks may be horizontally aligned, vertically aligned, or both. Substantially continuous trim and cover plate assemblies extend entirely across the face of the system around the outlets giving the system the appearance of an in-wall horizontal unit. The trim is attachable to the wall structure, receives the wall board, supports the service outlets, and provides horizontal equipment tracks. The frame provides the system with load bearing capacity to support equipment in the horizontal tracks.

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