Horizontally supported planar surfaces – Having means for supporting an electrical component
Reexamination Certificate
2011-07-12
2011-07-12
Jayne, Darnell M (Department: 3637)
Horizontally supported planar surfaces
Having means for supporting an electrical component
C312S223600
Reexamination Certificate
active
07975624
ABSTRACT:
A multi-purpose table including a channel that either forms a portion of, or is attached to, a horizontal support structure of the work surface of the table. The channel includes at least one trough for managing cables and cords associated with electrical and communication outlet modules. The electrical and communication outlet modules may be installed within the channel with the outlets accessible to a user of the table when the work surface is positioned in each of a horizontal use position and a vertical storage position. In one embodiment, individual outlet modules are installed within the channel by a snap-fit engagement. In another embodiment, the outlet modules are provided as part of a harness or bus assembly that is slidably installed and retained within the channel.
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Baker & Daniels LLP
Gallego Andres
Jayne Darnell M
Kimball International Inc.
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