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Connection device

a technology of connecting devices and connecting rods, which is applied in the direction of connecting rods, building scaffolds, scaffold accessories, etc., can solve the problems of difficult and time-consuming fitting and assembly of conventional stairway railings, particularly on building sites, and the component parts of the system, and in particular the rails

Inactive Publication Date: 2014-03-06
HEWSON PETER G +1
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Benefits of technology

The attachment means of the invention can be pivoted to ensure that they are always in the correct position, no matter how the connection device and object are placed. This feature makes it easier to keep the attachment secure and prevents any movement or misalignment during use.

Problems solved by technology

It is a recognized problem that conventional stairway railings, particularly on building sites, are difficult and time consuming to fit and assemble.
In addition, the component parts of the system, and in particular the rails, have to be cut to length and attached together using numerous fittings which are usually sourced in an ad-hoc fashion and are often lost during assembly and / or disassembly of the stairway.

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[0064]In the illustrations, the present invention provides a connection device for use in a hand rail or safety barrier system for use with a stairwell or staircase that is quick to install and can be reused and fitted to other stairwells or staircases that have different dimensions. Typically the system does not require any additional fittings or fixing means other than those attached to the system components.

[0065]FIG. 1a shows a front view of a connection device 2 according to the present invention for use in a hand rail or safety barrier system. The connection device 2 includes a first outer sleeve member 4 and a second inner sleeve or arm member 6. The second inner arm member 6 is telescopically mounted within the first outer sleeve member 4 such that it can be moved linearly and reciprocally within the same, in a direction substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the device A. This allows adjustment of the overall length of the connection device in use, thereby allow...

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Abstract

A connection device is provided including a body portion and at least first and second attachment means for the attachment of the device to or between two or more objects in use. Adjustment means are provided to allow the distance between the at least first and second attachment means to be adjustable in use.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims priority to GB 1215539.6 filed Aug. 31, 2012, herein incorporated by reference in its entirety.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to a connection device for connecting two or more objects together, a method of using the connection device, and a barrier system incorporating one or more connection devices and a method of use thereof.[0003]Although the present description refers to a connection device for use in connecting two or more parts of a temporary safety fence or barrier assembly in the construction industry, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that the connection device of the present invention can be used in any suitable application for connecting two or more parts together and could be for either temporary or permanent use.[0004]Conventional stair systems and / or stairways used on construction sites are usually temporary structures that are assembled from components...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): E04H17/14
CPCE04H17/14E04G5/14E04G7/22E04G7/304F16B2/10F16B7/0493
Inventor HEWSON, PETER G.BRINE, DAVID
Owner HEWSON PETER G