Retrofit attachment yoke

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2004-07-30

2010-02-02

Ferguson, Michael P (Department: 3679)

Static structures (e.g., buildings)

Means compensating earth-transmitted force

Cross bracing

C248S317000, C403S150000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07654043

ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to a retrofit connector for fast attachment to an existing system that supports a suspended load below a ceiling, beam or floor without the need to disassemble or disconnect any components of the system. Advantageously, the connector is easy to install and inexpensive to manufacture. The connector is removably or permanently attachable to a sway brace clamp or attachment to form a pivotable connector-clamp assembly. The assembly is capable of reliably supporting heavy loads against adverse sway and seismic disturbances.

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Fig. 981, Fast Attach—Universal Swivel Sway Brace attachment, Tolco Catalog, May 10, 2001, 1 page.
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Erico Caddy Fasteners, Snap In Nut (Part No. ISN376) and Strut Plate Fitting (Part No. ISSP375), © 2003, 2 pages.

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