Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Assembled in situ-type anchor or tie – Depending cantilevered seat portion; e.g. – joist anchor
Reexamination Certificate
2011-06-14
2011-06-14
Lillis, Eileen (Department: 3635)
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Assembled in situ-type anchor or tie
Depending cantilevered seat portion; e.g., joist anchor
C052S698000, C052S295000, C052S166000, C052S712000, C403S198000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07958690
ABSTRACT:
A coupling system for securing an elongated wood member having a surface to a second body comprises a stitching body having a first end and a second end defining a length, and a first side and a second side. A first plurality of angled fastener bores is positioned generally on the first side of the stitching body, each configured to position a first side fastener element resting therein at least a first angle with respect to the surface of the elongated wood member. A second plurality of angled fastener bores positioned generally on the second side of the stitching body, each configured to position a second side fastener element resting therein at least a second angle with respect to the surface of the elongated wood member, such that ones of said second side fasteners and said first side fasteners form an intersection when viewed along the length of the stitching body. In one aspect, the coupling system is a hold-down securing a column having a surface to a foundation. The hold-down includes an anchor securing section securing an anchor bolt having a first end positioned in a foundation, the securing section having a first side and a second side defining a width, and a first end and a second end defining a length. A method for installing a hold-down is also provided.
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Khachadourian Aram
Leek William F.
Lin Jin Jie
Akbasli Alp
Lillis Eileen
Simpson Strong-Tie Co., Inc.
Vierra Magen Marcus & DeNiro LLP
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