Universal grab bar with one piece molded mount and integrated accessories

Abstract

A rapidly mounted, modular, universal handrail and grab bar system is disclosed having a plurality of one piece molded wall mounted supports; a plurality of fasteners securing the wall supports, wherein each support is initially rotationally adjustable about the fastener; at least one stock rail member forms the handrail member, wherein each rail member is received within wall support rail recesses, and wherein the central fastener extends perpendicular to the axis of the rail member; and at least one lateral fastening member to secure the rail member to the support. The rail members can include integrated accessories such as lighting units, glow in the dark elements, speakers, radio, scent releasing units, and liquid / powder dispensers.

Description

RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims priority to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 62 / 117,925 filed Feb. 18, 2015, entitled “Universal Grab Bar with One Piece Molded Mount with Integrated Accessories.”[0002]This application claims priority to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 62 / 137,497 filed Mar. 24, 2015, entitled “Universal Grab Bar with One Piece Molded Mount with Integrated Accessories.”BACKGROUND INFORMATION[0003]1. Field of the Invention[0004]The present invention relates to grab bars, and more particular to a rapidly mounted, modular, universal grab bar with one piece molded mount with integrated accessories.[0005]2. Background Information[0006]A handrail is a rail that is designed to be grasped by the hand so as to provide stability or support. Handrails are commonly used while ascending or descending stairways in order to prevent injurious falls. They can also be called banisters and balustrades. Handrails are typically supported by posts (or balusters) or mount...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The present invention is a rapidly mounted, modular, universal grab bar system that can be easily installed on walls and partitions. The system includes a rail member and a plurality of wall mounted supports that are securely attached to the wall using central fasteners. The wall mounted supports are rotationally adjustable about the central fastener and can be used to securely attach a rail member to the support. The system also includes a handrail member that is securely attached to the rail member using lateral fastening members. The system can be used in various settings and can include various accessories such as glow in the dark, lighted, wireless, and heated grab bars. The technical effects of the invention include its ease of installation, versatility, and ability to provide safety and comfort in various settings.

Problems solved by technology

If horizontally mounted, engaging a stud with a fastener is only possible if the length of the grab bar is such that it agrees with the spacing of the wall studs, and more often than not, the spacing does not agree.

Wingits™ are very expensive and labor intensive.

Toggle bolts are not as strong as anchoring to a stud.

Current commercial grab bar lengths are not adjustable or selectable.

As noted above, many if not most of the available grab bar lengths do not agree with stud spacing.

Installation is more involved, more time consuming, more labor intensive and more expensive when using special fasteners such as Wingits™ type fasteners, which are necessary when, anchoring to a wall stud is not possible.

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