Methods for molding an electrical socket into concrete during the concrete pouring process are disclosed. The method includes mounting an electrical junction box assembly to a concrete form. The electrical junction box has a closure plate that defines a first through hole configured to receive an electrical switch or electrical outlet, a secondary plate mounted directly to the closure plate, and a removable blank seated in the second through hole and having a bolt extending through the removable blank and protruding forward a distance sufficient to be received in and protrude from the hole in the concrete form. The secondary plate has a forward protruding flange defining a second through hole aligned with the first through hole. Then, the method includes pouring concrete into the concrete form, thereby surrounding the electrical junction box with concrete, and after the concrete is set, removing the concrete form and the removable blank.
E04G 15/06 - Forms or shutterings for making openings, cavities, slits, or channels for cavities or channels in walls or floors, e.g. for making chimneys
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METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR FINISHED INSTALLATION OF ELECTRICAL BOX OUTLET FLUSH IN A CONCRETE WALL
Systems for mounting an electrical junction box in a concrete structure and methods of making concrete structures with such electrical junction boxes molded therein are disclosed. The system includes a secondary plate configured to be mounted to a closure plate of an electrical junction box, a removable blank seated in the second through hole, and a bolt extending through the removable blank. The removable blank protrudes forward a distance sufficient to mount to a concrete form. The secondary plate has a forward protruding flange defining a second through hole aligned with the first through hole and a rear surface of the secondary plate comprises a recess therein that extends from the second through hole in a radial outward direction and the bolt terminates with a foot and the recess of the secondary plate is shaped to receive the foot to define a latched position for the removable blank.
Systems for mounting an electrical junction box in a concrete structure and methods of making concrete structures with such electrical junction boxes molded therein are disclosed. The system includes a secondary plate configured to be mounted to a closure plate of an electrical junction box, a removable blank seated in the second through hole, and a bolt extending through the removable blank. The removable blank protrudes forward a distance sufficient to mount to a concrete form. The secondary plate has a forward protruding flange defining a second through hole aligned with the first through hole and a rear surface of the secondary plate comprises a recess therein that extends from the second through hole in a radial outward direction and the bolt terminates with a foot and the recess of the secondary plate is shaped to receive the foot to define a latched position for the removable blank.
Wiring systems for class 2 or class 3 devices include a structural support defined by a first conductive layer opposite a second conductive layer with an insulating layer juxtaposed therebetween, and an electrical jack fastener that has a head of conductive material electrically insulated from a fastener portion of conductive material by an insulator insert and is insertable into the structural support at any position along the first conductive surface to engage the fastener portion with the second conductive layer and the head with the first conductive layer. The first and second conductive layers are configured to connect to a class 2 or a class 3 power supply to define a circuit, and the head of the electrical jack fastener has a first terminal configured to connect to a first wire and the fastener portion has a second terminal configured to connect to a second wire.
Wiring systems for class 2 or class 3 devices include a structural support defined by a first conductive layer opposite a second conductive layer with an insulating layer juxtaposed therebetween, and an electrical jack fastener that has a head of conductive material electrically insulated from a fastener portion of conductive material by an insulator insert and is insertable into the structural support at any position along the first conductive surface to engage the fastener portion with the second conductive layer and the head with the first conductive layer. The first and second conductive layers are configured to connect to a class 2 or a class 3 power supply to define a circuit, and the head of the electrical jack fastener has a first terminal configured to connect to a first wire and the fastener portion has a second terminal configured to connect to a second wire.
H05B 47/00 - Circuit arrangements for operating light sources in general, i.e. where the type of light source is not relevant
F21V 21/02 - Wall, ceiling, or floor basesFixing pendants or arms to the bases
F21V 21/002 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips making direct electrical contact, e.g. by piercing
H01R 4/26 - Connections in which at least one of the connecting parts has projections which bite into or engage the other connecting part in order to improve the contact
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
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20 - Furniture and decorative products
21 - HouseHold or kitchen utensils, containers and materials; glassware; porcelain; earthenware
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Electrical outlets; Electrical power devices, namely, multimedia outlets Electric lighting fixtures Decorative centerpieces of precious metal Furniture Decorative centerpieces of glass and porcelain
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
11 - Environmental control apparatus
20 - Furniture and decorative products
21 - HouseHold or kitchen utensils, containers and materials; glassware; porcelain; earthenware
Goods & Services
Covers for electric outlets; Sockets, plugs and other contacts [electric connections]. Apparatus for lighting; Lamps; Light bulbs; Sockets for electric lights. Furniture. Household or kitchen containers; Household or kitchen utensils; Glassware; Porcelain; Earthenware.
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Sculptures and works of art made of imitation precious and imitation semi-precious metals Sculptures and works of art made of wax Household utensils, namely, dishes; vases; drinking glasses; Sculptures and works of art made of materials consisting of glass
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21 - HouseHold or kitchen utensils, containers and materials; glassware; porcelain; earthenware
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Statues, figurines, sculptures and works of art made of or coated with precious or semi-precious metals or stones, or imitations thereof. Statues, figurines, sculptures and works of art made of materials such as stone, concrete and marble, included in the class. Furniture and furnishings; statues, figurines, sculptures, works of art and ornaments and decorations, made of materials such as wood, wax, plaster or plastic, included in the class. Household utensils; vases; glasses (drinking vessels); tableware; statues, figurines, sculptures, plaques and works of art, made of materials such as porcelain, ceramic, terra-cotta or glass, included in the class.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
11 - Environmental control apparatus
14 - Precious metals and their alloys; jewelry; time-keeping instruments
20 - Furniture and decorative products
21 - HouseHold or kitchen utensils, containers and materials; glassware; porcelain; earthenware
Goods & Services
Electrical outlets; Electrical power devices, namely, multimedia outlets Electric lighting fixtures Decorative centerpieces of precious metal Furniture made of fabric, metal, or wood Decorative centerpieces of glass and porcelain
A pendant light assembly having a decorative globe with an internal light chamber, formed integrally of blown glass. The chamber is formed by reheating a portion of the blown glass globe and applying a partial vacuum to draw the glass inwardly. A secondary layer of glass inside the light chamber differs from the glass of the main globe in transparency, translucency and/or color; for example, the outer globe may be clear and the inner light chamber may be translucent to diffuse the light from the light source therein. The globe is suspended by a lighting assembly on the end of an electrical cord that is mounted to the lip of the opening into the internal light chamber. The connector assembly includes a clip mounted to the lighting element, having a plurality of flexible lobes that can be depressed to pass through the opening, and a cap threadingly mounted to the lighting element that can be tightened down to clamp the edges of the clip beneath the lip of the opening. The light chamber may have a substantially spherical shape, with the lip around the opening being formed by the edge of the wall of the main globe.
An electrical outlet box installation in which there is no exposed cover plate, only the operative portion of the electrical component is visible at the wall surface. The operative portion of the component may be an electrical outlet, jack, switch, knob, or light, for example. The body of the electrical component is housed within the outlet box, also referred to as a junction box, with the open side of the outlet box being covered by a plate assembly having an opening that closely surrounds the operative portion of the component. The surface of the plate assembly is covered with wallboard mud, or other wall finishing material, which is blended into the surrounding surface of the wall so that only the operative portion of the component is exposed. The wall covering may also be paneling, stone, tile or similar materials.
An electrical outlet box installation in which there is no exposed cover plate, only the operative portion of the electrical component is visible at the wall surface. The operative portion of the component may be an electrical outlet, jack, switch, knob, or light, for example. The body of the electrical component is housed within the outlet box, also referred to as a junction box, with the open side of the outlet box being covered by a plate assembly having an opening that closely surrounds the operative portion of the component. The surface of the plate assembly is covered with wallboard mud, or other wall finishing material, which is blended into the surrounding surface of the wall so that only the operative portion of the component is exposed. The wall covering may also be panelling, stone, tile or similar materials.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
11 - Environmental control apparatus
20 - Furniture and decorative products
21 - HouseHold or kitchen utensils, containers and materials; glassware; porcelain; earthenware
Goods & Services
Sockets, plugs and other contacts (electric connections), covers for electric outlets. Apparatus for lighting, lamps, light bulbs. Furniture. Household or kitchen utensils and containers; glassware, porcelain and earthenware not included in other classes.
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Method and apparatus for finished installation of electrical outlet box without use of external cover plate
An electrical outlet box installation in which there is no exposed cover plate, only the operative portion of the electrical component is visible at the wall surface. The operative portion of the component may be an electrical outlet, jack, switch, knob, or light, for example. The body of the electrical component is housed within the outlet box, also referred to as a junction box, with the open side of the outlet box being covered by a plate assembly having an opening that closely surrounds the operative portion of the component. The surface of the plate assembly is covered with wallboard mud, or other wall finishing material, which is blended into the surrounding surface of the wall so that only the operative portion of the component is exposed. The plate assembly includes a projecting wall or lip around the opening, up to which the mud or other fill material is applied. The wall covering may also be panelling, stone, tile or similar materials, in which instances the operative portion of the component may protrude somewhat from the plate assembly so as to be positioned at the surface of the overlay material. Configurations are provided for use with conventionally shaped outlet boxes and components, and additional configurations are provided which employ specially shaped components which are removably installed in cooperating receptacles formed in the plate assemblies.
