Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Underlying compressible layer or pad
Patent
1998-12-14
2000-09-12
Stephan, Beth A.
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Underlying compressible layer or pad
52480, 524891, 5271806, E04F 1522
Patent
active
061159816
ABSTRACT:
A sleeper system, used to attach covering flooring with a base floor. The improved arrangement comprises a metallic channel secured with the base floor. The channel comprises a horizontal base, spaced vertical and parallel sides, and an inwardly directed tab formed with the upper end of each of the sides. The tabs extending along a plane which is parallel with the plane of the base of the channel. A resilient pad is located within and extends along the channel. A wooden stud having an upper surface of a first width, a lower surface of a lesser second width and a pair of side surfaces with inwardly extending portions connecting with the lower surface is provided for placement within the channel. The stud has a plurality of attachment clips secured with each of its side walls. Each attachment clip includes a longitudinal extension having a portion spaced laterally from each side wall. An outwardly directed hook is formed at the lower end of each attachment clip. Assembly of the sleeper provides securing the channel with the base floor. Positioning the stud over the channel with the hooks of opposed attachment clips positioned inwardly of and in engagement with inner ends of the channel tabs. Downward pressure on the stud causes lower ends of the attachment clip to flex inwardly while the channel sides are flexed outwardly allowing the stud to enter and be secured within the channel.
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Dorsey Dennis L.
Flint Cort
Jaudon Henry S.
Stephan Beth A.
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