Marker Mount Apparatus, System, and Related Methods

Abstract

A mounting apparatus for use with a marker and related systems and methods are disclosed. The mounting apparatus includes a mount head. An elongated spike is connected to and extends from the mount head. A first attachment section is formed at a substantial center point of the mount head, wherein the first attachment section has a blind, stepped hole positioned therein. A plurality of attachment sections is formed within the mount head and located radially about a center of the mount head, wherein the plurality of attachment sections each have a hole formed at least partially through the mount head.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application claims benefit of U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 61 / 928,149, entitled, “Marker Mount Apparatus” filed Jan. 16, 2014, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference.FIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE[0002]The present disclosure is generally related to mounting devices and more particularly is related to a marker mount apparatus, system, and related methods.BACKGROUND OF THE DISCLOSURE[0003]Roadway markers are primarily defined by a vertical plastic or fiberglass element rising three or more feet from the ground and having a reflective element. The marker is planted in the ground so that the reflective element generally is easily seen. The markers may be used to mark entrances, sides, or other areas of walkways, driveways, roadways, or other areas that may be otherwise difficult for people, drivers, snow plow operators, and others to see, which may protect property, such as a lawn, plants or mailboxes from da...

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Benefits of technology

The present patent provides a mounting apparatus for a marker. The apparatus has a mount head with a spike, and multiple attachment sections with holes positioned through the mount head. The attachment sections have different hole sizes. The system also includes elongated markers that are secureable within the attachment sections. The markers can be transported and installed in a ground surface using the mounting apparatus. The technical effects of the patent include improved stability and secure mounting of markers, as well as easier transportation and installation.

Problems solved by technology

A problem with these markers is that they need to be mounted close to the road, which inevitably results in getting hit by passing vehicles, snow from snowplows or the like, damaging the vehicle and the marker and / or dislodging the marker.

Damage to the marker generally results in the marker getting bent or broken, such that the marker is ineffective and needs to be replaced.

Markers defined by a vertical plastic or fiberglass element may also be tough to install in rocky, frozen, or otherwise hard to penetrate ground since they are not constructed from materials strong enough to penetrate a hard or dense surface.

Additionally, a marker of three or more feet may also be difficult to forcefully install into the ground because the length of the marker cannot withstand the force of a pounding hammer.

Currently available markers are unable to be adapted to variances in use of a marker, such as variances dictated by usefulness, efficiency, time, societal considerations and aesthetic purposes.

Thus, a heretofore unaddressed need exists in the industry to address the aforementioned deficiencies and inadequacies.

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