Weightlifting rack assembly and wall mounting bracket for a weightlifting rack assembly

Abstract

Weightlifting arrangement, including: a first wall mounting bracket configured for attachment to a wall surface, comprising: a first intermediate plate with an inner surface facing the wall surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface, wherein the first intermediate plate has a first fixing area and a second fixing area spaced apart from each other along the first intermediate plate; a first upper wall mounting plate located above the first middle plate and configured to overlap the wall surface; a first lower wall mounting plate located below the first intermediate plate and configured to overlap the wall surface, wherein the first upper and lower wall mounting plates are offset from the first intermediate plate in a first direction perpendicular to the outer and inner surfaces of the first intermediate plate, the first upper wall mounting plate and the first lower wall mounting plate each having a first slot, the first slots being configured to receive first wall mounting fasteners through them in order to couple the first wall mounting bracket to the wall surface; and first offset plates, each extending between the first middle plate and the first upper wall mounting plate and between the first middle plate and the first lower wall mounting plate, wherein the first offset plates are each angled to the first middle plate and the first upper wall mounting plate and the first lower wall mounting plate; a second wall mounting bracket configured for attachment to the wall surface at a point below and spaced apart from the first wall mounting bracket, comprising: a second middle plate with an inner surface configured to face the wall surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface, the second middle plate having a third fixing area and a fourth fixing area spaced apart from each other along the second middle plate; a second upper wall mounting plate located above the second middle plate and configured to overlap the wall surface; a second lower wall mounting plate located below the second middle plate and configured to overlap the wall surface, wherein the second upper and lower wall mounting plates are offset from the second middle plate in the first direction, wherein the second upper wall mounting plate and the second lower wall mounting plate each have a second slot, the second slots being configured to accommodate additional wall fixing elements by coupling the second wall mounting bracket to the wall surface; and second offset plates, each extending between the second middle plate and the second upper wall mounting plate and between the second middle plate and the second lower wall mounting plate, the second offset plates being angled towards the second middle plate and the second upper and lower wall mounting plates; and A weightlifting rack assembly connected to the first wall mounting bracket and the second wall mounting bracket, wherein the weightlifting rack assembly comprises a first bracket connected to the first center plate of the first wall mounting bracket in the first mounting area by a first fastener, a second bracket connected to the first center plate of the first wall mounting bracket in the second mounting area by a second fastener, a third bracket connected to the second center plate of the second wall mounting bracket in the third mounting area by a third fastener, and a fourth bracket connected to the second center plate of the second wall mounting bracket in the fourth mounting area by a fourth fastener. wherein the first upper and lower wall mounting plates, which are offset from the first middle plate, are configured to create an initial space between the inner surface of the first middle plate and the wall surface to provide space for the first and second mounting elements, and wherein the second upper and lower wall mounting plates, which are offset from the second middle plate, are configured to create a second space between the inner surface of the second middle plate and the wall surface to provide space for the third and fourth mounting elements.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED REGISTRATION

[0001] This application claims priority over U.S. preliminary patent application 62 / 695,424, filed on July 9, 2018, and this application also claims priority over U.S. patent application 15 / 801,638, filed on November 2, 2017, and U.S. patent application 16 / 043,805, filed on July 24, 2018, which is a continuation thereof, all of which are incorporated by reference into the present application. GENERAL STATE OF THE TECHNOLOGY 1. Domain of Revelation

[0002] The revelation refers generally to weightlifting equipment, and more specifically to weightlifting racks and structures for coupling weightlifting racks to a wall surface. 2. State of the art

[0003] A weightlifting rack is an essential piece of equipment in any gym. It's used to lift weights for numerous weightlifting exercises, such as presses, deadlifts, and others. Weightlifting racks can also be used for bodyweight exercises, including chin-ups, pull-ups, and similar movements. Furthermore, additional structures can be attached to the rack for storage and to facilitate even more exercises.

[0004] More and more athletes are transforming living rooms or garages into home gyms. To make these spaces more versatile, a range of foldable or collapsible weightlifting racks have been developed. These racks are typically mounted to a wall (such as a garage wall). They can be folded or collapsed to allow the garage to be used for other purposes, such as storing a vehicle, when not in use. In other words, they fold quite neatly against the wall to which they are attached.

[0005] However, a problem arises from the fact that properly attaching the array to the wall often necessitates securing supports to the wall surface, extending between the vertical wall studs. The additional support increases the array's size, which is problematic when space is limited. Furthermore, if it is desirable to attach the array directly to vertical studs, there is often a restriction on its placement. Often, the wall studs are also too narrow to effectively support the array. SUMMARY OF THE REVELATION

[0006] The disclosure relates in one aspect to a foldable weightlifting rack arrangement that can be mounted to a wall surface. The arrangement comprises an upper wall mounting bracket, a lower wall mounting bracket, a first side rack arrangement, and a second side rack arrangement. The upper wall mounting bracket has a central plate, an upper wall mounting plate, and a lower wall mounting plate. The upper wall mounting plate and the lower wall mounting plate are essentially planar and are spaced apart from the central plate. The upper wall mounting plate and the lower mounting plate can be positioned to lie above a wall surface and include at least one slot extending through them and configured to reach a fastener through which, in turn, couples the upper wall mounting bracket to the wall surface.The lower wall mounting bracket comprises a center plate, an upper wall mounting plate, and a lower wall mounting plate. The upper wall mounting plate and the lower wall mounting plate are essentially planar and spaced apart from the center plate. The upper wall mounting plate and the lower mounting plate can be positioned to lie above a wall surface and include at least one slot extending through them and configured to engage a fastener through which, in turn, couples the upper wall mounting bracket to the wall surface.

[0007] The first side frame assembly has a main bar with an upper end and a lower end. An upper crossbar is located near the upper end, and a lower crossbar is located near the lower end. The upper crossbar is pivotally coupled to the upper wall mounting bracket adjacent to one of its ends. The lower crossbar is also pivotally coupled to the lower wall mounting bracket adjacent to one of its ends.

[0008] The second side frame arrangement comprises a main bar with an upper and a lower end, an upper crossbar adjacent to the upper end, and a lower crossbar adjacent to the lower end. The upper crossbar is pivotally coupled to the upper wall mounting bracket adjacent to its other end. The lower crossbar is also pivotally coupled to the lower wall mounting bracket adjacent to its other end.

[0009] In some configurations, the main pole of the first side frame is essentially parallel to the center plate of the upper wall mount and essentially parallel to the center plate of the lower wall mount.

[0010] In some configurations, the upper wall mounting bracket further includes a first offset plate that extends between the upper wall mounting plate and the center plate. The first offset plate is angled to both the upper wall mounting plate and the center plate.

[0011] In some configurations, the upper wall mounting bracket also includes a second offset plate that extends between the middle plate and the lower wall mounting plate. The second offset plate is angled to both the middle plate and the lower wall mounting plate.

[0012] In some configurations, the center plate of the upper wall mounting bracket further includes a first-side mounting area adjacent to the first end and a second-side mounting area adjacent to the second end. The assembly further includes a first-side upper frame swivel bracket and a second-side upper frame swivel bracket. The first-side upper frame swivel bracket is coupled to the first-side mounting area. The first-side upper frame swivel bracket comprises a base with an upper swivel wall and a lower swivel wall, the upper crossbar of the first-side frame being pivotably coupled to the upper and lower swivel walls of the first-side upper frame swivel bracket. The second-side upper frame swivel bracket is coupled to the second-side mounting area.The upper frame swivel bracket of the second side comprises a base with an upper swivel wall and a lower swivel wall, wherein the upper crossbar of the second side frame is pivotably coupled to the upper and lower swivel walls of the upper frame swivel bracket of the second side.

[0013] In some configurations, the base of the upper rack swivel bracket on the first side is coupled to the center plate of the upper wall mounting bracket by a fastener. The base of the upper rack swivel bracket on the second side is coupled to the center plate of the upper wall mounting bracket by a second fastener. A section of both the first and second fasteners extends between a plane defined by the center plate and a plane defined by the upper and lower wall mounting plates.

[0014] In some configurations, the lower wall mounting bracket further comprises a first offset plate extending between the upper wall mounting plate and the middle plate, the first offset plate being inclined to each of the upper wall mounting plate and the middle plate.

[0015] In some configurations, the lower wall mounting bracket further includes a second offset plate that extends between the center plate and the lower wall mounting plate. The second offset plate is angled to both the center plate and the lower wall mounting plate.

[0016] In some configurations, the center plate of the lower wall mounting bracket further includes a first-side mounting area adjacent to the first end and a second-side mounting area adjacent to the second end. The assembly further includes a first-side lower frame swivel bracket and a second-side lower frame swivel bracket. The first-side lower frame swivel bracket is coupled to the first-side mounting area. The first-side lower frame swivel bracket comprises a base with an upper swivel wall and a lower swivel wall, the upper crossbar of the first-side frame being pivotably coupled to the upper and lower swivel walls of the first-side upper frame swivel bracket. The second-side lower frame swivel bracket is coupled to the second-side mounting area.The lower frame swivel bracket of the second side comprises a base with an upper swivel wall and a lower swivel wall, wherein the upper crossbar of the second side frame is pivotably coupled to the upper and lower swivel walls of the upper frame swivel bracket of the second side.

[0017] In some configurations, the base of the lower rack swivel bracket on the first side is coupled to the center plate of the upper wall mounting bracket by a fastener. The base of the lower rack swivel bracket on the second side is coupled to the center plate of the upper wall mounting bracket by a second fastener. A section of each of the first and second fasteners extends between a plane defined by the center plate and a plane defined by the upper and lower wall mounting plates.

[0018] In another aspect of the disclosure, the disclosure relates to an upper rack mounting arrangement configured for use in association with a folding weightlifting rack. The upper rack mounting arrangement comprises an upper wall mounting bracket, a first-side upper rack swivel bracket, and a second-side upper rack swivel bracket. The upper wall mounting bracket has a middle plate, an upper wall mounting plate, and a lower wall mounting plate. The upper wall mounting plate and the lower wall mounting plate are essentially planar and are spaced apart from the middle plate.The upper wall mounting plate and the lower mounting plate can be positioned to lie above a wall surface and include at least one slot extending through them, configured to reach a fastener through which the upper wall mounting bracket couples to the wall surface. The middle plate has a first-side mounting area adjacent to the first end and a second-side mounting area adjacent to the second end.

[0019] The upper frame swivel bracket of the first side is coupled to the mounting area of ​​the first side. The upper frame swivel bracket of the first side comprises a base with an upper swivel wall and a lower swivel wall, wherein the upper crossbar of the first side frame is pivotally coupled to the upper and lower swivel walls of the upper frame swivel bracket of the first side. The upper frame swivel bracket of the second side is coupled to the mounting area of ​​the second side. The upper frame swivel bracket of the second side comprises a base with an upper swivel wall and a lower swivel wall, wherein the upper crossbar of the second side frame is pivotally coupled to the upper and lower swivel walls of the upper frame swivel bracket of the second side.

[0020] In some configurations, the base of the upper rack swivel bracket on the first side is coupled to the center plate of the upper wall mounting bracket by a fastener. The base of the upper rack swivel bracket on the second side is coupled to the center plate of the upper wall mounting bracket by a second fastener. A section of each of the first and second fasteners extends between a plane defined by the center plate and a plane defined by the upper and lower wall mounting plates.

[0021] In some configurations, the plane defined by the center plate is essentially parallel to the plane defined by the upper and lower wall mounting plates.

[0022] In some configurations, the upper and lower wall mounting plates each have multiple slots between their first and second ends.

[0023] In some configurations, the upper wall mounting bracket also includes a second offset plate that extends between the middle plate and the lower wall mounting plate. The second offset plate is angled to both the middle plate and the lower wall mounting plate.

[0024] In some configurations, the arrangement further includes a first side handle opening located next to the mounting area of ​​the first side, and a second side handle opening located next to the mounting area of ​​the second side.

[0025] In some configurations, the center plate, the upper wall mounting plate, the lower wall mounting plate, the first offset plate, and the second offset plate each define a thickness that is essentially the same.

[0026] In some configurations, the upper frame swivel bracket of the first side and the upper frame swivel bracket of the second side are essentially identical.

[0027] In yet another aspect of the disclosure, the disclosure relates to an upper wall mounting bracket configured for use with a folding weightlifting rack arrangement. The upper wall mounting bracket comprises a central plate, an upper wall mounting plate, and a lower wall mounting plate. The upper wall mounting plate and the lower wall mounting plate are essentially planar and spaced apart from the central plate. The upper wall mounting plate and the lower mounting plate can be positioned to lie above a wall surface and include at least one slot extending through them and configured to reach a fastener through which, in turn, couples the upper wall mounting bracket to the wall surface.The center plate has a mounting area on the first side next to the first end and a mounting area on the second side next to the second end.

[0028] In some configurations, the upper wall mounting bracket further includes a first offset plate extending between the upper wall mounting plate and the middle plate. The first offset plate is angled to both the upper wall mounting plate and the middle plate. The upper wall mounting bracket also includes a second offset plate extending between the middle plate and the lower wall mounting plate. The second offset plate is angled to both the middle plate and the lower wall mounting plate.

[0029] Other aspects of the disclosure relate to a weightlifting arrangement comprising a wall-mounting bracket configured for mounting to a wall surface and a weightlifting rack arrangement connected to the wall-mounting bracket. The weightlifting rack arrangement can have various configurations. In some configurations, the wall-mounting bracket extends along its lateral width and has a first mounting area and a second mounting area spaced apart from each other along the lateral width of the wall-mounting bracket.

[0030] In some aspects, the weightlifting rack arrangement comprises a first side mounting bracket having a first base connected to the first mounting area of ​​the wall mounting bracket, a first support arm extending outward from the first base, and a first receptacle connected to the first support arm; a second side mounting bracket having a second base connected to the second mounting area of ​​the wall mounting bracket, a second support arm extending outward from the second base, and a second receptacle connected to the second support arm; and a bar connected to the first and second side mounting brackets, extending between the first and second side mounting brackets in one direction along the lateral width of the wall mounting bracket.In this configuration, the bar is inserted into the first and second mounts to connect it to the first and second side mounting brackets, and the wall mounting bracket is configured to hold the weightlifting rack assembly above a floor surface, preventing it from touching the floor. The weightlifting rack assembly can be used as a pull-up bar in this configuration.

[0031] In one aspect, the first support arm extends outward and downward from the first base, and the second support arm extends outward and downward from the second base. In another aspect, the first support arm has a first distal end extending below the lowest point of the wall mounting bracket, and the second support arm has a second distal end extending below the lowest point of the wall mounting bracket. In this configuration, the first receptacle can be placed at the first distal end of the first support arm, and the second receptacle can be placed at the second distal end of the second support arm.In another aspect, the first receptacle is placed on an inner surface of the first support arm, which points towards the second support arm and has an opening that points towards the second support arm, and the second receptacle is placed on an inner surface of the second support arm, which points towards the first support arm and has an opening that points towards the first support arm.

[0032] According to another aspect, the rod has a round shape and the first and second recordings have round openings, with the rod having a first end that is recorded in the first recording and a second end that is recorded in the second recording.

[0033] According to another aspect, the first side mounting bracket further comprises a first strut extending rearward from the first support arm and engaging in the wall mounting bracket to support the first support arm, and the second side mounting bracket further comprises a second strut extending rearward from the second support arm and engaging in the wall mounting bracket to support the second support arm. In one aspect, the first strut is fixed to the first support arm and has a first free end that abuts the wall mounting bracket, and the second strut is fixed to the second support arm and has a second free end that abuts the wall mounting bracket.In another aspect, the first base, the first support arm and the first strut are formed from a first single, integral piece, while the second base, the second support arm and the second strut are formed from a second single, integral piece.

[0034] According to yet another aspect, the first base and the first support arm are formed from a first single integral piece which has a first bend which forms a first connection between the first base and the first support arm, wherein the second base and the second support arm are formed from a second single integral piece which has a second bend which has a second connection between the second base and the second support arm.

[0035] In other aspects, the weightlifting rack arrangement comprises a first side mounting bracket having a first base connected to the wall mounting bracket at a first location, and a first support arm extending outward from the first base, and a second side mounting bracket having a second base connected to the wall mounting bracket at a second location arranged laterally at a distance from the first location, and a second support arm extending outward from the second base, and a bar connected to the first support arm of the first side mounting bracket and connected to the second support arm of the second side mounting bracket, extending in the lateral direction between the first and second side mounting brackets.The first base and support arm are formed from a single integral piece featuring a bend that forms a connection between the base and support arm. The second base and support arm are formed from a single integral piece featuring a bend that forms a connection between the base and support arm. The wall mounting bracket is configured to hold the weightlifting rack assembly above a floor surface, ensuring the rack assembly does not touch the floor. In this configuration, the weightlifting rack assembly can be used as a pull-up bar.

[0036] According to one aspect, the first side mounting bracket further comprises a first receptacle connected to the first support arm, and the second side mounting bracket further comprises a second receptacle connected to the second support arm, and the rod is received in the first and second receptacles to connect the rod to the first and second side mounting brackets. In one configuration, the first receptacle and the second receptacle are formed by separate pieces connected to the first and second support arms, respectively.

[0037] According to another aspect, the first side mounting bracket further comprises a first strut extending rearward from the first support arm and engaging in the wall mounting bracket to support the first support arm, and the second side mounting bracket further comprises a second strut extending rearward from the second support arm and engaging in the wall mounting bracket to support the second support arm. In one aspect, the first strut is fixed to the first support arm and has a first free end abutting the wall mounting bracket, and the second strut is fixed to the second support arm and has a second free end abutting the wall mounting bracket. In another aspect, the first strut is further formed as part of the first single integral piece, with the second strut further formed as part of the second single integral piece.

[0038] According to another aspect, the first support arm extends outward and downward from the first base, and the second support arm extends outward and downward from the second base. In one aspect, the first support arm has a first distal end extending below a lowest point of the wall mounting bracket, and the second support arm has a second distal end extending below the lowest point of the wall mounting bracket.

[0039] In further aspects, the weightlifting rack assembly is a fixed weightlifting rack assembly comprising a first side rack assembly, a second side rack assembly, and a crossbeam connected to both the first and second side rack assemblies and extending along the lateral width of the wall mounting bracket between the first and second side rack assemblies. The first side rack assembly comprises a first side mounting bracket connected to the first mounting area of ​​the wall mounting bracket, a first beam connected to the first side mounting bracket and extending outward from the first side mounting bracket in a first direction configured to be perpendicular to the wall face, and a first vertical frame member connected to the first beam and configured to engage a floor surface.The second side frame arrangement comprises a second side mounting bracket connected to the second mounting area of ​​the center plate, a second beam connected to the second side mounting bracket and extending outward from the second side mounting bracket in the first direction, and a second vertical frame member connected to the second beam and configured to engage into the floor surface such that the first and second vertical frame members are spaced outward from the wall mounting bracket.

[0040] According to one aspect, the first side frame assembly further comprises a third beam connected to the first side mounting bracket and extending outward from the first side mounting bracket in the first direction, where the third beam is connected to the first vertical frame member and is located below the first beam; and the second side frame assembly further comprises a fourth beam connected to the second side mounting bracket and extending outward from the second side mounting bracket in the first direction, where the fourth beam is connected to the second vertical frame member and is located below the second beam. According to another aspect, the first side mounting bracket has a first opening and a third opening arranged at a vertical distance from each other, and the ends of the first and third openings are located at the same distance from each other.The first side frame assembly has a first vertical support extending vertically between the first and third beams at a location between the wall mounting bracket and the first vertical frame member, and the second side frame assembly has a second vertical support extending vertically between the second and fourth beams at a location between the wall mounting bracket and the second vertical frame member.In another aspect, no further supporting structure is connected to the first vertical frame element or the second vertical frame element and is configured to be placed between the first and second vertical frame elements and the wall surface.

[0041] According to another aspect, the first side mounting bracket is vertically extended and connected to the wall mounting bracket by several first mounting elements that are vertically aligned along the first side mounting bracket, and the second side mounting bracket is vertically extended and connected to the wall mounting bracket by several second mounting elements that are vertically aligned along the second side mounting bracket.In one aspect, the first side frame arrangement further comprises a third beam connected to the first side mounting bracket and extending outwards from the first side mounting bracket in the first direction to connect with the first vertical frame member, and the second side frame arrangement further comprises a fourth beam connected to the second side mounting bracket and extending outwards from the second side mounting bracket in the first direction to connect with the second vertical frame member.In this configuration, the third beam is located below the first beam, so that the first beam, the third beam and the first plurality of fasteners are all vertically aligned along the first side mounting bracket, and the fourth beam is located below the second beam, so that the second beam, the fourth beam and the second plurality of fasteners are all vertically aligned along the second side mounting bracket.

[0042] In further aspects, the weightlifting rack arrangement is a fixed weightlifting rack arrangement comprising a first side rack arrangement, a second side rack arrangement, and a crossbeam that is connected to the first side rack arrangement and the second side rack arrangement and extends laterally between the first and second side rack arrangements.The first side frame arrangement comprises a first side mounting bracket connected to the wall mounting bracket, a first beam and a third beam, each having a proximal end connected to the first side mounting bracket and extending outward from the first side mounting bracket in the first direction, where the third beam is located below the first beam, and extending parallel to the first beam, and a first vertical frame member connected to distal ends of the first beam and third beam, and configured to engage in a floor surface, where the first vertical frame member is positioned outward at a distance from the wall mounting bracket.The second side frame arrangement comprises a second side mounting bracket connected to the wall mounting bracket, wherein a second beam and a fourth beam each have a proximal end connected to the second side mounting bracket and extending outwards from the second side mounting bracket in the first direction, the fourth beam being located below the second beam and extending parallel to the second beam, and a second vertical frame element connected to distal ends of the second beam and the fourth beam and configured to engage in the floor surface, the second vertical frame element being positioned outwards at a distance from the wall mounting bracket.

[0043] According to one aspect, the first side mounting bracket has a first opening and a third opening arranged at a vertical distance from each other, accommodating the proximal ends of the first and third beams respectively, and the second side mounting bracket has a second opening and a fourth opening arranged at a vertical distance from each other, accommodating the proximal ends of the second and fourth beams respectively.

[0044] From another perspective, no further supporting structure is connected to the first vertical frame element or the second vertical frame element and is configured to be placed between the first and second vertical frame elements and the wall surface.

[0045] According to another aspect, the first side mounting bracket extends vertically and is connected to the wall mounting bracket by several first fasteners that are aligned vertically along the first side mounting bracket, and the second side mounting bracket extends vertically and is connected to the wall mounting bracket by several second fasteners that are aligned vertically along the second side mounting bracket. In one aspect, the first plurality of fasteners are all aligned vertically along the first side mounting bracket, with the second beam, the fourth beam, and the second plurality of fasteners all aligned vertically along the second side mounting bracket.

[0046] Other features and advantages of the disclosure are evident from the following description, which should be accompanied by the drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0047] The revelation is now described here with reference to the drawings: Fig. 1 of the drawings is a perspective view of an embodiment of a weightlifting rack arrangement according to aspects of this disclosure in the form of a foldable weightlifting rack arrangement; Fig. 2 of the drawings is a front elevation of the weightlifting rack arrangement made of Fig. 1; Fig. 3 of the drawings is a perspective partial view of the weightlifting rack arrangement. Fig. 1, which in particular shows an upper frame mounting arrangement; Fig. Figure 4 of the drawings is a perspective view of the upper frame mounting arrangement. Fig. 3; Fig. Figure 5 of the drawings is a perspective view of an upper wall mounting bracket of the upper rack mounting assembly. Fig. 3; Fig. Figure 6 of the drawings is a front view of the upper wall mounting bracket made of Fig. 5; Fig. Figure 7 of the drawings is a side view of the upper wall mounting bracket made of Fig. 5; Fig. Figure 8 of the drawings is a perspective partial view of the weightlifting rack arrangement. Fig. 1, which in particular shows a lower frame mounting arrangement; Fig. Figure 9 of the drawings is a perspective view of a lower wall mounting bracket of the lower rack mounting assembly. Fig. 8; Fig. 10 of the drawings is a perspective view of the weightlifting rack arrangement. Fig. 1 in a folded position; Fig. Figure 11 of the drawings is a top view of the weightlifting rack arrangement. Fig. 10; Fig. Figure 12 of the drawings shows a left-hand view of the upper frame mounting arrangement. Fig. 4; Fig. 13 of the drawings is a right-hand view of the upper frame mounting arrangement. Fig. 4; Fig. Figure 14 of the drawings is a perspective view of another embodiment of a weightlifting rack arrangement according to aspects of this disclosure, in the form of a wall-mounted pull-up bar; Fig. Figure 15 of the drawings shows a front view of the weightlifting rack arrangement. Fig. 14; Fig. Figure 16 of the drawings shows a right-hand view of the weightlifting rack arrangement. Fig. 14; Fig. Figure 17 of the drawings is a left-hand view of the weightlifting rack arrangement. Fig. 14; Fig. Figure 18 of the drawings is a top view of the weightlifting rack arrangement. Fig. 14; Fig. Figure 19 of the drawings shows a lower view of the weightlifting rack arrangement. Fig. 14; Fig. 20 of the drawings is a perspective view of the weightlifting rack arrangement. Fig. 14, which is mounted on a wall surface shown in broken lines; Fig. Figure 21 of the drawings is a perspective view of another embodiment of a weightlifting rack arrangement according to aspects of this disclosure, in the form of a fixed weightlifting rack mounted on a wall surface, which is shown in dashed lines; Fig. 22 of the drawings is a left-hand view of the weightlifting rack arrangement. Fig. 21; Fig. Figure 23 of the drawings is a perspective view of another embodiment of a weightlifting rack arrangement according to aspects of this disclosure, in the form of a wall-mounted weightlifting rack mounted on a wall surface; Fig. 24 of the drawings is a partial side view of the weightlifting rack arrangement made of Fig. 23; Fig. 25 of the drawings is a perspective partial view of the weightlifting rack arrangement. Fig. 23; Fig. Figure 26 of the drawings is a perspective view of an upper frame mounting arrangement of the weightlifting frame assembly. Fig. 23; Fig. Figure 27 of the drawings is a perspective view of an upper wall mounting bracket of the upper rack mounting arrangement. Fig. 26; Fig. 28 of the drawings is a perspective view of the upper wall mounting bracket made of Fig. 27; and Fig. 29 of the drawings is a perspective view of the upper wall mounting bracket made of Fig. 5 with an accessory according to aspects of this revelation, in the form of a hook connected to the upper wall mounting bracket. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE REVELATION

[0048] While this disclosure may have embodiments of many different forms, one or more specific embodiments are illustrated in the drawings and described herein, and it is understood that this disclosure is to be understood as an example and is not limited to the illustrated embodiment or embodiments.

[0049] It is understood that identical or analogous elements and / or components referenced herein may be designated by the same reference symbols in the drawings. Furthermore, it is understood that the drawings are only schematic representations of the invention, and some of the components may not be shown to scale for the sake of clarity.

[0050] Now, with reference to the drawings and especially to Fig. 1 and Fig. Figure 2 shows a foldable weightlifting rack assembly 10 configured for mounting on a wall surface 700. The weightlifting rack 10 comprises an upper rack mounting assembly 12, a lower rack mounting assembly 14, a first side rack assembly 16, a second side rack assembly 18, and a crossbar assembly 19. With reference to Fig. 1 and Fig. 3 couples the crossbar assembly 19 to the first side frame assembly 16 and the second side frame assembly 18. Removing the crossbar assembly 19, as well as the pin elements extending through it, allows a rotational movement of the first side frame assembly 16 and the second side frame assembly 18 to guide the first and second side frame assemblies between a folded and an articulated configuration. The folded configuration is in the Fig. Figures 10 to 11 illustrate, while the articulated configuration in the Fig. 1 to 3 are illustrated.

[0051] In the Fig. Figures 4 to 7 show that the upper rack mounting assembly 12 comprises the upper wall mounting bracket 20, the upper rack swivel bracket of the first side 50, the upper rack swivel bracket of the second side 150, wall mounting fasteners 80, swivel bracket mounting fasteners 82, and swivel pins 84. The upper wall mounting bracket 20 comprises a first side end 22, a second side end 24, an outer surface 26, an inner surface 28, a center plate 30, an upper wall mounting plate 40, a lower wall mounting plate 44, first offset plates 48, and second offset plates 49. Furthermore, the upper wall mounting plate 40 and the lower wall mounting plate 44 define several slots 42, 46 that extend substantially through the outer surface 26 and inner surface 28.The central plate 30 further comprises the mounting area 32 of the first side, the mounting area 34 of the second side, first side handle openings 36 and second side handle openings 38, wherein the mounting area 32 of the first side and the mounting area 34 of the second side both define several openings 33, 35 extending substantially through the outer surface 26 and inner surface 28. It is considered that the upper wall mounting bracket (as well as the lower wall mounting bracket) is formed from a single material, the various plates having substantially the same thickness throughout. As used herein with respect to all embodiments, the ‘vertical’ direction refers to the direction parallel to the wall surface 700 and perpendicular to the floor, i.e.,in the direction of the distance between the upper and lower rack mounting assemblies 12, 14; the ‘horizontal’ direction refers to the direction that is parallel to the wall surface 700 and parallel to the floor, i.e. the direction of the distance between the first and second ends 24 of the upper wall mounting bracket 20; and the ‘longitudinal’ direction refers to the direction that is perpendicular to the wall surface 700 and parallel to the floor, i.e. in the direction of the distance between the outer and inner surfaces 26, 28 of the upper wall mounting bracket 20.

[0052] The first end 22 and the second end 24 are substantially opposed to each other, with the outer surface 26 and inner surface 28 extending substantially between each end. The outer surface 26 and inner surface are substantially opposed with respect to the upper wall mounting bracket 20, such that the outer surface 26 faces substantially in the opposite direction to the inner surface 24. The mounting area 32 of the first side of the center plate is located near the first side end 22, and the mounting area 34 of the second side of the center plate 30 is located near the second side end 24. Openings 33 of the mounting area 32 of the first side are separated, in the configuration shown, by a general amount of material along the center plate 30, which is generally located closer to the first side end 22 than the first side handle opening 36.The openings 35 of the mounting area 34 of the second side are separated in the illustrated configuration by a general amount of material along the central plate 30, which is generally located closer to the second side end 24 than the second side handle opening 38. The first side handle opening 36 and the second side handle opening 38 generally extend through the outer surface 26 and inner surface 28 and are located adjacent to the central axis of the upper frame mounting arrangement 12. The first and second side handle openings 36, 38 in the embodiment shown are... Fig. 1 to 7 are located entirely within the central plate 30, between the mounting areas 32, 34 of the first and second sides, and between the first and second offset plates 48, 49. It is understood that the size of the openings 33, 35, the first side handle opening 36 and the second side handle opening 38, as well as the distance of the separation between them along the upper wall mounting bracket 20 in the exemplary figure are variable and may change in the considered configurations of the design.

[0053] The center plate 30, the upper wall mounting plate 40, and the lower wall mounting plate 44 extend from the first side end 22 to the second side end 24 and are parallel to each other. In the configuration shown, the upper wall mounting plate 40 and the lower wall mounting plate 44 are substantially coplanar to each other, such that a reasonably flat surface engaging the inner surface 28 of the upper wall mounting plate 40 engages substantially the inner surface 28 of the lower wall mounting plate 44. In the vertical plane, the center plate is located substantially between the upper wall mounting plate 40 and the lower wall mounting plate 44, with the lower wall mounting plate lying substantially beneath the center plate 30 and the upper wall mounting plate 40.In the configuration shown, the multiple slots 42, defined by the upper wall mounting plate 40, and the multiple slots 46, defined by the lower wall mounting plate 44, extend from the first end 22 to the second end 24. It is understood that the number of slots 42, 46 and their size are variable with respect to the horizontal and vertical spacing and may change in the considered configurations of the design.

[0054] The middle plate 30 and the upper wall mounting plate 40 are coupled by the first offset plate 48. In the configuration shown, the first offset plate 48 forms an angle with each of the parallel surfaces of the middle plate 30 and the upper wall mounting plate 40. It is understood that the angle of the distance between the first offset plate 48 can be any suitable amount such that the middle plate 30 and the upper wall mounting plate 40 are separated with respect to the horizontal plane. The middle plate 30 and the lower wall mounting plate 44 are coupled by the second offset plate 49. In the configuration shown, the second offset plate 49 forms an angle with each of the middle plate 30 and the lower wall mounting plate 44.The first and second offset plates 48, 49, as well as the connections between the offset plates 48, 49 and the middle plate 30 and the upper and lower wall mounting plates 40, 44, extend across the entire width of the upper wall mounting bracket 20, i.e., between the first end 22 and the second end 24. It is understood that in considered configurations of the design, the angle of the spacing of the second offset plate 49 can be any suitable amount such that the middle plate 30 and the lower wall mounting plate 44 are separated with respect to the horizontal plane, including movement of the middle plate 30 such that the upper wall mounting plate 40 and the lower wall mounting plate 44 are interchanged with respect to the horizontal plane.The offset plates 48, 49 create a gap between the central plate 30 and the upper and lower wall mounting plates 40, 44, defining a space 39 between the central plate 30 and the wall surface 700. In one embodiment, this space 39 extends the entire distance between the ends 22, 24.

[0055] The side handle openings 36, 38 of the wall mounting bracket 20 of Fig. 1 to 7 can also be used to mount one or more accessories. Such accessories can be mounted using various mechanical engagement structures to engage one or more edges of the side handle openings 36, 38, such as hooks, clamps, jaws, flanges, tongues or other such structures, which may be fixed or movable (e.g. lockable and / or releaseable). Fig. Figure 29 illustrates an example of an accessory in the form of a hook accessory 856, comprising at one end a mounting hook 857 configured to receive a section of an edge of the side handle opening 36 for mounting the hook accessory 856, and at the other end a support hook 858 configured to support another accessory or device. The body of the hook accessory 856 in this embodiment is contoured similarly to the surface of the wall mounting bracket 20 and generally extends in surface-to-surface contact with sections of the center plate 30, the second offset plate 49, and the lower wall mounting plate 44, which is located below the side handle opening 36. The mounting structure in Fig. 29 (i.e., mounting hook 857) can also be used with other accessories. It is understood that such accessories can be used similarly in conjunction with other embodiments disclosed herein.

[0056] The upper frame swivel bracket of the first page 50, shown in Fig. Figure 4 comprises the base 52, the upper pivot wall 54, and the lower pivot wall 56. The base 52 includes the outer surface 60, the inner surface 61, the central area 62, the first side wing area 64, the second side wing area 66, the first side mounting opening 68, and the second side mounting opening 69. The upper pivot wall 54 comprises the inner surface 70, the outer surface 71, and the pivot opening 72. The lower pivot wall 56 comprises the inner surface 73, the outer surface 74, and the pivot opening 75. It is understood that the base 52 connects the upper pivot wall 54 and the lower pivot wall 56 by extending the central area 62. In the exemplary figure, the upper pivot wall 54 and the lower pivot wall 56 are generally parallel to each other, including other configurations.

[0057] The inner surface 61 of the base 52 is generally interlocked with the outer surface 26 of the upper wall mounting bracket 20, with the outer surface 60 generally opposite the inner surface 61. Generally, the base 52 extends from the first side wing section 64 through the middle section 62 and to the second side wing section 66. The first side wing section 64 defines the opening first side mounting opening 68, and the second side wing section 66 defines the opening second side mounting opening 69. It is understood that the wing sections of the base 52 are connected to the middle section 62 of the base. The mounting openings 68, 69 are coaxially aligned with the openings 33 of the mounting area 32 of the first side of the upper wall mounting bracket 20. It is understood that any change in the position of the openings 33 of the upper wall mounting bracket is substantially similar to changes in the positions of the openings 68, 69.Furthermore, the fastening openings 68, 69 in the configuration shown have a variable size, which can change in the configurations under consideration.

[0058] The inner surface 70 and outer surface 71 of the upper pivot wall 54 generally face each other, with the pivot opening 72 defined by the upper pivot wall 54 and extending through the inner surface 70 and outer surface 71. The inner surface 73 and outer surface 74 of the lower pivot wall 56 generally face each other, with the pivot opening 75 defined by the lower pivot wall 56 and extending through the inner surface 73 and outer surface 74. The inner surface 70 of the upper pivot wall 54 and the inner surface 73 of the lower pivot wall 56 generally face each other such that the corresponding outer surfaces 71, 74 point in opposite directions relative to each other. The pivot openings 72, 75 of the upper pivot wall 54 and the lower pivot wall 56 are generally coaxial with each other. It is understood that the size of the openings 72, 75 in the exemplary figure is variable and can change in the considered configurations of the design.

[0059] The upper frame swivel bracket of the second page 150, shown in Fig. 4, comprises the base 152, the upper pivot wall 154, and the lower pivot wall 156. The base 152 comprises the outer surface 160, the inner surface 161, the middle section 162, the first side wing section 164, the second side wing section 166, the first side mounting opening 168, and the second side mounting opening 169. The upper pivot wall 154 comprises the inner surface 170, the outer surface 171, and the pivot opening 172. The lower pivot wall 156 comprises the inner surface 173, the outer surface 174, and the pivot opening 175. It is understood that the base 152 connects the upper pivot wall 154 and the lower pivot wall 156 by extending the middle section 162. In the exemplary figure, the upper pivot wall 154 and the lower pivot wall 156 are generally parallel to each other, but this may change in the configurations considered and in future design modifications.

[0060] The inner surface 161 of the base 152 is interlocked with the outer surface 126 of the upper wall mounting bracket 20, with the outer surface 160 generally facing the inner surface 161. Generally, the base 152 extends from the first side wing section 164 through the middle section 162 and to the second side wing section 166. The first side wing section 164 defines the opening first side mounting opening 168, and the second side wing section 166 defines the opening second side mounting opening 169. It is understood that the wing sections of the base 152 are connected to the middle section 162 of the base. The mounting openings 168, 169 are coaxially aligned with the openings 35 of the mounting area 34 of the second side of the upper wall mounting bracket 20. It is understood that any change in the position of the openings 133 of the upper wall mounting bracket is essentially similar to changes in the positions of the openings 168, 169.Furthermore, the fastening openings 168, 169 in the exemplary figure have a variable size that can change in the configurations considered.

[0061] The inner surface 170 and outer surface 171 of the upper pivot wall 154 generally face each other, with the pivot opening 172 defined by the upper pivot wall 154 and extending through the inner surface 170 and outer surface 171. The inner surface 173 and outer surface 174 of the lower pivot wall 156 face each other, with the pivot opening 175 defined by the lower pivot wall 156 and extending through the inner surface 173 and outer surface 174. The inner surface 170 of the upper pivot wall 154 and the inner surface 173 of the lower pivot wall 156 generally face each other such that the corresponding outer surfaces 171 and 174 point in opposite directions relative to each other. The pivot openings 172 and 175 of the upper pivot wall 154 and the lower pivot wall 156 are generally coaxial with each other.It is understood that the size of the openings 172, 175 in the exemplary figure is variable and may change in the considered configurations of the design.

[0062] In the Fig. Figures 1 to 4 illustrate that the mounting and assembly of the upper rack support arrangement utilizes wall mounting elements 80, swivel mounting elements 82, and swivel pins 84. The upper wall mounting bracket 20, the upper rack swivel bracket of the first side 50, and the upper rack swivel bracket of the second side 150 in the exemplary figures are coupled to one another by swivel mounting elements 82. The swivel mounting elements 82 fit substantially and concentrically into the mounting openings 68, 69, 168, 169 of the upper rack swivel brackets and the openings 33, 35 of the upper wall mounting bracket. The upper rack swivel bracket of the first side 50 and the upper rack swivel bracket of the second side 150 are generally aligned with respect to the vertical plane and separated along the horizontal plane by the upper wall mounting bracket 20.

[0063] In the illustrated configuration, the upper frame swivel bracket of the first side 50 and the upper frame swivel bracket of the second side 150 interlock with the upper wall mounting bracket 20 via the swivel bracket mounting elements. In the exemplary figure, the upper wall mounting bracket 20 is generally coupled to the wall surface 700 by the wall mounting elements 80. The wall mounting elements 80 couple the upper wall mounting bracket 20 to the wall surface 70 via slots 42, 46 of the upper wall mounting plate 40, and the lower wall mounting plate 44 to the studs 702 of the wall surface 700.It is understood that the wall mounting fasteners 80 are oriented in such a way as to exert a sufficiently substantial force to restrict the vertical and horizontal movement of the upper wall mounting bracket 20 when coupled to the wall surface 700, and also to resist external forces. Pivot pins 84 couple to the upper frame pivot bracket of the first side 50 and the upper frame pivot bracket of the second side 150 through the pivot openings 72, 75, 172, and 175 to pivotally connect the first side frame assembly 16 and the second side frame assembly 18 to the upper frame pivot bracket of the first side 50 and the upper frame pivot bracket of the second side 150, respectively. The pivot pins 84 are generally concentric with the openings and fit together in such a way that the rotational movement is not generally restricted.The pivot pins 84 are vertically oriented and allow the first and second side frame assemblies 16, 18 to pivot or rotate parallel to the floor. It is understood that the number of fasteners, their size, and the fastening method used in the figures shown are exemplary and may change in the design configurations under consideration.

[0064] In the Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 8 and Fig. Figure 9 shows that the lower rack mounting assembly 14 is essentially identical to the upper rack mounting assembly 12. Thus, the same components have the same reference numbers, supplemented by 200. In particular, the lower rack mounting assembly comprises the lower wall mounting bracket 220, the first-side lower rack swivel bracket 250, the second-side lower rack swivel bracket 350, wall mounting fasteners 280, swivel bracket mounting fasteners 282, and swivel pins 284. The lower wall mounting bracket 220 comprises a first end 222, a second end 224, an outer surface 226, an inner surface 228, a center plate 230, an upper wall mounting plate 240, a lower wall mounting plate 244, offset plates 248 at the first end, and second offset plates 249.Furthermore, the upper wall mounting plate 240 and the lower wall mounting plate 244 define several slots 242, 246, which generally extend through the outer surface 226 and inner surface 228. The middle plate 230 further comprises the mounting area 232 of the first side, the mounting area 234 of the second side, first side handle openings 236 and second side handle openings 238, wherein the mounting area 232 of the first side and the mounting area 234 of the second side both define several openings 233, 235, which generally extend through the outer surface 226 and inner surface 228.

[0065] The first end 222 and the second end 224 generally face each other, with the outer surface 226 and inner surface 228 generally extending between each end. The outer surface 226 and inner surface face each other with respect to the lower wall mounting bracket 220, such that the outer surface 226 faces in the opposite direction to the inner surface 224. The mounting area 232 of the first side of the center plate is located near the first side end 222, and the mounting area 234 of the second side of the center plate 230 is located near the second side end 224. Openings 233 of the mounting area 232 of the first side are, in the configuration shown, separated by a general amount of material along the center plate 230, which is generally located closer to the first side end 222 than the first side handle opening 236.In the illustrated configuration, the openings 235 of the mounting area 234 of the second side are separated by a general amount of material along the center plate 230, which is generally located closer to the second side end 224 than the second side handle opening 238. The first side handle opening 236 and the second side handle opening 238 generally extend through the outer surface 226 and inner surface 228 and are located adjacent to the central axis of the lower rack mounting assembly 14. It is understood that the size of the openings 233, 235, the first side handle opening 236, and the second side handle opening 238, as well as the distance between them along the lower wall mounting bracket 220, are variable in the exemplary figure and may change in considered configurations of the design.

[0066] The center plate 230, the upper wall mounting plate 240, and the lower wall mounting plate 244 generally extend from the first side end 222 to the second side end 224 and are parallel to each other. In the configuration shown, the upper wall mounting plate 240 and the lower wall mounting plate 244 are coplanar to each other, such that a reasonably flat surface engaging the inner surface 228 of the upper wall mounting plate 240 generally engages the inner surface 228 of the lower wall mounting plate 244. In the vertical plane, the center plate is generally located between the upper wall mounting plate 240 and the lower wall mounting plate 244, with the lower wall mounting plate generally lying below the center plate 230 and the upper wall mounting plate 240.In the exemplary figure, the multiple slots 242, defined by the upper wall mounting plate 240, and the multiple slots 246, defined by the lower wall mounting plate 244, extend from the first end 222 to the second end 224. It is understood that the number of slots 242, 246 and their size are variable with respect to the horizontal and vertical spacing and may change in the considered configurations of the design.

[0067] The middle plate 230 and the upper wall mounting plate 240 are coupled by the first offset plate 248. In the configuration shown, the first offset plate 248 forms an angle with respect to the parallel surfaces of the middle plate 230 and the upper wall mounting plate 240. It is understood that the angle of the spacing of the first offset plate 248 can be any suitable amount such that the middle plate 230 and the upper wall mounting plate 240 are generally separated with respect to the horizontal plane. The middle plate 230 and the lower wall mounting plate 244 are coupled by the second offset plate 249. In the configuration shown, the second offset plate 249 forms an angle with respect to the parallel surfaces of the middle plate 230 and the lower wall mounting plate 244.The first and second offset plates 248, 249, as well as the connections between the offset plates 248, 249 and the middle plate 230 and the upper and lower wall mounting plates 240, 244, extend across the entire width of the lower wall mounting bracket 220, i.e., between the first end 222 and the second end 224. It is understood that in considered configurations of the design, the angle of the spacing of the second offset plate 249 can be any suitable amount such that the middle plate 230 and the lower wall mounting plate 244 are generally separated with respect to the horizontal plane, including the movement of the middle plate 230 such that the upper wall mounting plate 240 and the lower wall mounting plate 244 are interchanged with respect to the horizontal plane.

[0068] The lower frame swivel bracket of the first page 250, shown in Fig. 8 and Fig. 9, comprises the base 252, the upper pivot wall 254, and the lower pivot wall 256. The base 252 comprises the outer surface 260, the inner surface 261, the middle section 262, the first side wing section 264, the second side wing section 266, the first side mounting opening 268, and the second side mounting opening 269. The upper pivot wall 254 comprises the inner surface 270, the outer surface 271, and the pivot opening 272. The lower pivot wall 256 comprises the inner surface 273, the outer surface 274, and the pivot opening 275. It is understood that the base 252 connects the upper pivot wall 254 and the lower pivot wall 256 by extending the middle section 262. In the exemplary figure, the upper pivot wall 254 and the lower pivot wall 256 are generally parallel to each other, but this may change in the configurations considered and in future design modifications.

[0069] The inner surface 261 of the base 252 is interlocked with the outer surface 226 of the lower wall mounting bracket 220, with the outer surface 260 generally facing the inner surface 261. Generally, the base 252 extends from the first side wing section 264 through the middle section 262 and to the second side wing section 266. The first side wing section 264 defines the opening first side mounting opening 268, and the second side wing section 266 defines the opening second side mounting opening 269. It is understood that the wing sections of the base 252 are connected to the middle section 262 of the base. The mounting openings 268, 269 are generally aligned coaxially with the openings 233 of the mounting area 232 of the first side of the lower wall mounting bracket 220.It is understood that any change in the position of the openings 233 of the lower wall mounting bracket 220 is generally similar to changes in the positions of the openings 268, 269. Furthermore, the mounting openings 268, 269 in the exemplary figure have a variable size that can change in the configurations considered.

[0070] The inner surface 270 and outer surface 271 of the upper pivot wall 254 generally face each other, with the pivot opening 272 defined by the upper pivot wall 254 and extending through the inner surface 270 and outer surface 271. The inner surface 273 and outer surface 274 of the lower pivot wall 256 generally face each other, with the pivot opening 275 defined by the lower pivot wall 256 and extending through the inner surface 273 and outer surface 274. The inner surface 270 of the upper pivot wall 254 and the inner surface 273 of the lower pivot wall 256 generally face each other such that the corresponding outer surfaces 271, 274 point in opposite directions relative to each other. The pivot openings 272, 275 of the upper pivot wall 254 and the lower pivot wall 256 are generally coaxial with each other.It is understood that the size of the openings 272, 275 in the exemplary figure is variable and may change in the considered configurations of the design.

[0071] The lower frame swivel bracket of the second page 350, shown in Fig. 8 and Fig. 9, is essentially identical to each of the frame pivot brackets and generally comprises the base 352, the upper pivot wall 354, and the lower pivot wall 356. The base 352 comprises the outer surface 360, the inner surface 361, the middle section 362, the first side wing section 364, the second side wing section 366, the first side mounting opening 368, and the second side mounting opening 369. The upper pivot wall 354 comprises the inner surface 370, the outer surface 371, and the pivot opening 372. The lower pivot wall 356 comprises the inner surface 373, the outer surface 374, and the pivot opening 375. It is understood that the base 352 connects the upper pivot wall 354 and the lower pivot wall 356 by extending the middle section 362. In the exemplary figure, the upper pivot wall 354 and the lower pivot wall 356 are generally parallel to each other, but this may change in the configurations considered and in future design modifications.

[0072] The inner surface 361 of the base 352 is interlocked with the outer surface 326 of the lower wall mounting bracket 220, with the outer surface 360 ​​generally facing the inner surface 361. Generally, the base 352 extends from the first side wing section 364 through the middle section 362 and to the second side wing section 366. The first side wing section 364 defines the opening first side mounting opening 368, and the second side wing section 366 defines the opening second side mounting opening 369. It is understood that the wing sections of the base 352 are connected to the middle section 362 of the base. The mounting openings 368, 369 are generally aligned coaxially with the openings 235 of the mounting area 234 of the second side of the lower wall mounting bracket 220.It is understood that any change in the position of the openings 333 of the lower wall mounting bracket 220 is generally similar to changes in the positions of the openings 368, 369. Furthermore, the mounting openings 368, 369 in the exemplary figure have a variable size that can change in the configurations considered.

[0073] The inner surface 370 and outer surface 371 of the upper pivot wall 354 generally face each other, with the pivot opening 372 defined by the upper pivot wall 354 and extending through the inner surface 370 and outer surface 371. The inner surface 373 and outer surface 374 of the lower pivot wall 356 generally face each other, with the pivot opening 375 defined by the lower pivot wall 356 and extending through the inner surface 373 and outer surface 374. The inner surface 370 of the upper pivot wall 354 and the inner surface 373 of the lower pivot wall 356 generally face each other such that the corresponding outer surfaces 371, 374 point in opposite directions relative to each other. The pivot openings 372, 375 of the upper pivot wall 354 and the lower pivot wall 356 are generally coaxial with each other.It is understood that the size of the openings 372, 375 in the exemplary figure is variable and may change in the considered configurations of the design.

[0074] In the Fig. 1 and Fig. Figure 7 shows that the mounting and assembly of the lower rack mounting arrangement uses wall bracket fasteners 80, swivel bracket mounting fasteners 82, and swivel pins 84. The lower wall mounting bracket 220, the lower rack swivel bracket of the first side 250, and the lower rack swivel bracket of the second side 350 in the exemplary figures are coupled to one another by swivel bracket mounting fasteners 82. The swivel bracket mounting fasteners 82 fit concentrically into the mounting openings 268, 269, 368, 369 of the lower rack swivel brackets and the openings 233, 235 of the lower wall mounting bracket 220. The lower rack swivel bracket of the first side 250 and the lower rack swivel bracket of the second side 350 are generally aligned with respect to the vertical plane and separated along the horizontal plane by the lower wall mounting bracket 220.

[0075] In the illustrated configuration, the lower frame swivel bracket of the first side 250 and the lower frame swivel bracket of the second side 350 interlock with the lower wall mounting bracket 220 via the swivel bracket mounting fasteners. In the illustrated configuration, the lower wall mounting bracket 220 is coupled to the wall surface 700 via the wall mounting fasteners 80. The wall mounting fasteners 280 couple the lower wall mounting bracket 220 to the wall surface 270 via slots 42, 246 of the upper wall mounting plate 240, and the lower wall mounting plate 244 to the studs 702 of the wall surface 700.It is understood that the wall mounting elements 280 are oriented in such a way as to exert sufficient force to restrict the vertical and horizontal movement of the lower wall mounting bracket 220 when coupled to the wall surface 700, and also to resist external forces. Pivot pins 84 couple to the lower frame pivot bracket 250 of the first side and the lower frame pivot bracket 350 of the second side through the pivot openings 272, 275, 372, and 375. The pivot pins 84 are generally concentric with the openings and fit together in such a way that the rotational movement is not significantly restricted, but the vertical and horizontal movement is.The pivot pins 84 associated with the lower wall mounting bracket 220 are configured similarly to the pivot pins 84 associated with the upper wall mounting bracket 20 described herein. It is understood that the number of fasteners, their size, and the fastening method used in the figures shown are exemplary and may change in the design configurations under consideration. In each of the upper and lower wall mounting brackets, the offset center plate 30, 230 is spaced from the underlying wall surface 700 to allow the use of suitable fasteners 87 to attach the pivot brackets 50, 150, 250, 350 to it, e.g., by means of a screw or bolt. B. by receiving the fastening elements 87 through the fastening openings 68, 69, 168, 169, 268, 269, 368, 369 and the openings 33, 35, 233, 235. Fig. 12 and Fig. Figure 13 illustrates the distance provided by this offset on the fasteners 87.

[0076] In Fig. Figure 5 shows that the first side frame arrangement 16 comprises a main rod 400, an upper crossbar 402, and a lower crossbar 404. The main rod includes the upper end 406, the lower end 408, and openings 409. The upper crossbar 402 includes the proximal end 410, the distal end 411, the front flange 412, openings 414, and the pivot opening 416. The lower crossbar 404 includes the proximal end 420, the distal end 421, the front flange 422, openings 424, and the pivot opening 426. It is understood that the main rod 400, the upper crossbar 402, and the lower crossbar 404 have square, rectangular, or other generally similarly shaped cross-sections. In the exemplary configuration, the main rod 400 is generally perpendicular to the upper crossbar 402 and the lower crossbar 404. Furthermore, the upper crossbar 402 is generally parallel to the lower crossbar 404.Sufficiently qualified professionals understand that the existing rods can be solid rods or sleeves made of suitably rigid materials, such as metal alloys. In the exemplary figure, the thickness of the metal is isometric across the extension of the rod systems; however, it should be noted that this thickness may change in future embodiments of the device. Furthermore, the lengths of the main rod 400, the upper crossbar 402, and the lower crossbar 404 are variable and may change in future modifications of the device.

[0077] The upper end 406 and the lower end 408 of the main rod 400 are generally opposite each other, such that the main rod extends at the distance between the two ends. The openings 409 are defined by the main rod 400 and generally extend through the front, back, and opposite sides of the main rod 400. The upper crossbar 402 has a proximal end 410 proximal to the wall surface 700 and a distal end 411 proximal to the main rod 400, and these are generally opposite each other with respect to the upper crossbar 402. The front flange 412 is located at the distal end 411 of the upper crossbar and engages the main rod 400. The extension of the flange is variable and may change in future modifications of the device.Openings 414 are defined by the upper crossbar 404 and generally extend through the front, rear, and opposite sides of the upper crossbar 404, with the pivot opening 416 extending through the proximal end 410 along the vertical plane of the upper crossbar 404. The lower crossbar 404 has a proximal end 420 proximal to the wall surface 700 and a distal end 421 proximal to the main bar 400, and these are generally opposite each other with respect to the lower crossbar 404. The front flange 422 is located at the distal end 421 of the lower crossbar and engages the main bar 400. The extension of the flange is variable and may change in future modifications of the device.Openings 424 are defined by the lower crossbar 404 and generally extend through the front, rear, and opposite sides of the lower crossbar 404, with the pivot opening 426 extending through the proximal end 420 along the vertical plane of the lower crossbar 404. It is understood that the number and size of the openings are variable and may change in the configurations under consideration.

[0078] In Fig. Figure 9 shows that the second side frame assembly 18 is essentially a mirror image of the first side frame assembly and comprises a main bar 500, an upper cross bar 502, and a lower cross bar 504. The main bar includes the upper end 506, the lower end 508, and openings 509. The upper cross bar 502 includes the proximal end 510, the distal end 511, the front flange 512, openings 514, and the pivot opening 516. The lower cross bar 504 includes the proximal end 520, the distal end 521, the front flange 522, openings 524, and the pivot opening 526. It is understood that the main bar 500, the upper cross bar 502, and the lower cross bar 504 have square, rectangular, or other generally similarly shaped cross sections. In the exemplary configuration, the main rod 500 is generally perpendicular to the upper cross rod 502 and the lower cross rod 504.Furthermore, the upper crossbar 502 is generally parallel to the lower crossbar 504. Sufficiently qualified persons understand that the rods can be solid rods or sleeves made of suitably rigid materials, such as metal alloys. In the exemplary figure, the thickness of the metal is isometric through the extent of the rod systems; however, it should be noted that this may change in future embodiments of the device. Furthermore, the lengths of the main rod 500, the upper crossbar 502, and the lower crossbar 504 are variable and may change in future modifications of the device.

[0079] The upper end 506 and the lower end 508 of the main rod 500 are generally opposite each other, such that the main rod extends at the distance between the two ends. The openings 509 are defined by the main rod 500 and generally extend through the front, rear, and opposite sides of the main rod 500. The upper crossbar 502 has a proximal end 510 proximal to the wall surface 700 and a distal end 511 proximal to the main rod 500, and these are generally opposite each other with respect to the upper crossbar 502. The front flange 512 is located at the distal end 511 of the upper crossbar and engages the main rod 500. The extension of the flange is variable and may change in future modifications of the device.Openings 514 are defined by the upper crossbar 504 and generally extend through the front, rear, and opposite sides of the upper crossbar 504, with the pivot opening 516 extending through the proximal end 510 along the vertical plane of the upper crossbar 504. The lower crossbar 504 has a proximal end 520 proximal to the wall surface 700 and a distal end 521 proximal to the main bar 500, generally oriented opposite each other with respect to the lower crossbar 504. The front flange 522 is located at the distal end 521 of the lower crossbar and engages the main bar 500. The flange extension is variable and may change in future modifications of the device.Openings 524 are defined by the lower crossbar 504 and generally extend through the front, rear, and opposite sides of the lower crossbar 504, with the pivot opening 526 extending through the proximal end 520 along the vertical plane of the lower crossbar 504. It is understood that the number and size of the openings are variable and may change in the configurations under consideration.

[0080] In each of the first and second side frame assemblies, a pin can be inserted through the proximal end of the upper and lower crossbars and through the pivot brackets to lock the two structures against each other during rotation and to generally prevent any significant relative rotational moment. Such pins can be configured to be removable by sliding them through appropriate openings in each of the structures.

[0081] The crossbar arrangement 19, which is in the Fig. 1 and Fig. As shown in Figure 4, the middle rod section 600 comprises the first-side frame coupling 602, the second-side frame coupling 602, the first pin element 606, and the second pin element 608. The middle rod section 600 comprises the first end 610 and the second end 612. The first-side frame coupling 602 comprises the outward channel 614 and pin openings 616. The second-side frame coupling 602 comprises the outward channel 624 and pin openings 626. The first end 610 of the middle rod section 600 is proximal to the first side frame assembly 16, and the second end 612 of the middle rod section 600 is proximal to the second side frame assembly 18. The outward channel 614 of the first side frame coupling 602 extends and generally surrounds the first side frame assembly 16. The pin openings 616 are defined by the outward channel 614 and are axially aligned at openings along the first side frame arrangement 16.The outward channel 624 of the second side frame coupling 604 extends and generally surrounds the second side frame assembly 18. The pin openings 626 are defined by the outward channel 624 and are axially aligned with openings along the second side frame assembly 18. The first pin element 606 is a pin of suitable size to extend through pin openings 616 of the first side frame coupling and openings of the first side frame assembly 18. It is known that the first pin element 606 is generally axially aligned with openings and generally prevents vertical and horizontal movement. The second pin element 608 is a pin of suitable size to extend through pin openings 626 of the second side frame coupling and openings of the second side frame assembly 18. It is known that the second pin element 608 is generally axially aligned with openings and generally prevents vertical and horizontal movement.Future configurations of the device are envisaged in which the number of openings and pins, and their size, are variable and can change.

[0082] This document describes a procedure for assembling the foldable weightlifting rack assembly into the exemplary system shown. The procedure, sequence, and tools required for assembling the weightlifting rack are considered to vary in different configurations, depending on the size, face, and materials used to construct and secure the metal bars and brackets. For example, heavier structures may use similar components but include a greater number of wall-mounting fasteners and slots.

[0083] Assembly can begin by identifying the uprights 702 below the wall surface 700 and aligning them with the upper wall mounting bracket 20. The multiple slots 42, 46 of the upper wall mounting bracket, including the length of the slots between the first side end 22 and the second side end 24, allow for a range of spacings for the uprights 702. Holes can be pre-drilled in the wall surface 700 and in the uprights 702. These holes are drilled a sufficient number of times along the upper end of the uprights 702, and also at the lower end at a spacing generally similar to that of the main bars 400, 500 of the first and second side frame arrangement. It is recommended to use the upper wall mounting bracket 20 to mark the necessary locations before drilling.

[0084] During the drilling of the holes, the upper frame swivel brackets 50, 250 of the first side and the frame swivel brackets 150, 350 of the second side are suitably coupled to the upper wall mounting bracket 20 and the lower wall mounting bracket 220. The mounting openings of the frame swivel brackets are generally axially aligned with the openings of the suitable wall mounting brackets. The swivel bracket mounting fasteners 82, 282 are used to couple the brackets to one another in a manner that may include, among other things, screws, bolts, adhesive bonding, or other such pin-to-pin coupling methods, and preferably by the use of screws and nuts as shown.It is understood that multiple pairs or groups of openings can be provided to change the spacing, for example to make the upper wall mounting bracket usable with rack assemblies of different sizes (i.e., where, for example, the generally square / rectangular tubes of the rack assemblies have different cross-sectional dimensions).

[0085] The upper rack mounting assembly 12 is positioned over the pre-drilled holes in the wall surface, with the wall mounting fasteners inserted in such a way that they are adequately able to hold the mounting assembly along the wall. At this point, a leveling tool may be used to ensure that the extension of the wall mounting assembly is generally parallel to the floor. Once this is achieved, the wall mounting fasteners 80 can be tightened into the wall surface 700 and the uprights 702. The same process is repeated for the lower rack mounting assembly 14, with the further step of ensuring that the brackets, ends, and suitable holes are aligned with the horizontal plane.

[0086] The first side frame assembly 16 and the second side frame assembly 18 are mounted separately from the upper and lower frame mounting assemblies 12, 14. The upper crossbar 402 and the lower crossbar 404 are coupled to the main bar 400 by the appropriate front flange 412, 424 and the fasteners extending between them.

[0087] The first side frame assembly 16 and the second side frame assembly 18 are raised to the upper and lower frame mounting assemblies 12, 14 such that the proximal ends 410, 420 are proximal to the wall surface and the frame mounting assemblies. These proximal ends are appropriately fitted into the frame swivel brackets. That is, for the first side frame assembly 16, the proximal end 410 of the upper crossbar 402 is fitted to the upper frame swivel bracket 50 of the first side, and the proximal end 420 of the lower crossbar 404 is fitted to the lower frame swivel bracket 250 of the first side. Then, for the second side frame arrangement 18, the proximal end 510 of the upper crossbar 502 is adapted to the upper frame pivot 150 of the second side, and the proximal end 520 of the lower crossbar 504 is adapted to the lower frame pivot bracket 350 of the second side.When the rods are suitably positioned within the pivot brackets, pivot pins 84, 284 are placed vertically through the pivot openings of the brackets and the crossbars. This couples the rack assemblies to the wall mounting assemblies in such a way that, generally, horizontal and vertical movement of the rack assemblies with respect to the wall surface 702 is prevented, but a reasonable amount of rotational movement about the pivot pins 84, 284 is permitted. As described above, the rack assembly 10 can be pivoted by rotating the first and second side rack assemblies 16, 18 to the wall surface 700 between an articulated configuration as shown in the figures. Fig. 1 to 3 shown, and a folded configuration as in the Fig. They will be moved between 10 and 11. Fig. Figures 10 to 11 show the first and second side frame assemblies 16, 18 both pivoted towards each other (i.e., inwards) to position the frame assembly 10 in the folded configuration. It is understood that one or both of the first and second side frame assemblies 16, 18 can be pivoted away from each other (i.e., outwards) in other configurations. Furthermore, locking pins 85 can be inserted into further corresponding locking pin openings 86 to engage the first side frame assembly 16 and the upper frame pivot bracket of the first side 50, and also the second side frame assembly 18 and the upper frame pivot bracket of the second side 150 to limit the relative rotational movement between them. These locking pins 85 generally define an axis that is substantially parallel to and spaced apart from that of the pivot pins 84.The upper frame pivot bracket of the first side 50 and the upper frame pivot bracket of the second side 150 each have three different pairs of locking pin openings 86 to receive the locking pins 85 and allow the first and second side frame assemblies 16, 18 to be locked in three different positions. The locking pins 85 can, in one embodiment, be cotter pins or other pins with a releaseable retaining structure. The locking pins 85 as shown in the . Fig. Figures 10 to 11 illustrate that the components are inserted into locking pin openings 86 to abut the ends of the crossbeams 402, 404, 502, 504, but can also be inserted into the locking pin openings 86 on opposite sides of the pivot brackets 50, 150, 250, 350 to be inserted through holes in the crossbeams 402, 404, 502, 504, as similarly shown in the Fig. 1 and Fig. 3 shown.

[0088] The crossbar assembly 19 can be attached when the rack assemblies are positioned appropriately and fits over the first end of each main bar. The crossbar assembly 19 can further be secured to the assemblies by the first pin element in openings in the main bar of the first assembly and the second pin element in openings in the main bar of the second assembly, both of which pass through the corresponding side rack coupling sections. This coupling secures the crossbar assembly 19 to the first side rack assembly 16 and the second side rack assembly 18. The user can use the crossbar for chin-ups, pull-ups, and similar exercises. Furthermore, the crossbar provides the desired fixed alignment of the main bars to limit shear forces on the pins and thus maintain the relative position even under heavier weights.

[0089] When the foldable weightlifting rack 10 is separated, the crossbar assembly 19 is decoupled from the side assemblies by unlocking the pin elements and removing the bar assembly. Furthermore, all pins locking the pivot brackets on the upper and lower crossbars are removed to allow relative rotation between them. After removal, the bar assemblies of the first and second sides can be rotated towards the wall rack mounting assembly, while the main bar on each side is moved more proximal to each other. This folding and rotation around the pivot pins 84, 284 folds the bar assemblies of the first and second sides of the weightlifting rack 10 and reduces the surface area occupied by the device.

[0090] The upper and lower wall mounting brackets allow the folding weightlifting bar assembly to be mounted to a wall in multiple positions and generally do not require the construction of additional structures or the addition of other supports to the wall surface (such as horizontal stands or similar). This allows for a more compact and less obtrusive setup. Furthermore, the upper and lower wall mounting brackets allow for variable positioning of the folding weightlifting bar assembly on the wall, without being limited to specific, discrete positions based on the underlying stand position. Therefore, the assembly can not only be placed in more locations but also maintains a configuration that is as compact as possible when folded.

[0091] Fig. Figures 14 to 20 illustrate another embodiment of a weightlifting rack assembly 810, configured for mounting on a wall surface 700. The rack assembly 810 uses a wall mounting bracket 800, similar to the upper wall mounting bracket 20 of Fig. 17 and 10 to 13 is configured. For the sake of brevity, the shared components and features of the upper wall mounting bracket 20, already described herein, will not be described again in detail, and the same reference numbers will be used to refer to the wall mounting bracket 800 of the Fig. 14 to 20 and the upper wall mounting bracket 20 of the Fig. To describe 1 to 7 and 10 to 13. The wall mounting bracket 800 in the Fig. 14 to 20 therefore primarily concerns the differences between the wall mounting bracket 800 and the upper wall mounting bracket 20 of the Fig. 1 to 7 are described. For example, one difference is that the wall mounting bracket 800 of the Fig. 14 to 20 has three slots 42 in the upper wall mounting plate 40 and three slots 46 in the lower wall mounting plate 44, while the upper wall mounting bracket 20 of the Fig. 1 to 7 and 10 to 13 have four of each of these slots 42, 46. It is noted that the single mounting bracket 800 facilitates the assembly of the rack arrangement 810. Fig. 14 to 20 on a wall surface 700 above a door 701 are permitted, as in Fig. 20 shown.

[0092] The rack arrangement 810 in the Fig. Figures 14 to 20 are configured for use as a fixed pull-up bar and comprise a first side mounting bracket 801, a second side mounting bracket 802, and a bar 803 connected to the mounting brackets 801 and 802 and extending between them. Each of the mounting brackets 801 and 802 comprises a base 805 configured for connection with the wall mounting bracket 800 and a support arm 806 extending outward from the base 805 to the support of the bar 803. The base 805 is, in the embodiment of Fig. 14 to 20 are formed as a rectangular plate, but in other embodiments they can be formed from a differently shaped plate or a different structure. The first side mounting bracket 801 is connected to the mounting area 32 of the first side, and the second side mounting bracket 802 is connected to the mounting area 34 of the second side by fasteners 87, which are received through mounting openings 804 in the bases 805 of the mounting brackets 801, 802 and openings 33, 35 in the central plate 30 of the wall mounting bracket 800. The openings 33, 35 in the wall mounting bracket 800 of the Fig. Openings 14 to 20 (not shown) are different from openings 33, 35 in the upper wall mounting bracket 20 of the Fig. 1 to 7 are positioned, aligned vertically and spaced horizontally apart. In the wall mounting bracket 800 of the Fig. From 14 to 20, the openings 33, 35 are offset and have a vertical and horizontal distance from each other, and the fastening openings 804 in the bases 805 of the fastening brackets 801, 802 are similarly positioned to align with the openings 33, 35 in the wall mounting bracket 800.

[0093] The arms 806 of the mounting brackets 801, 802 each have a first end 807 that is connected to the base 805, and a second or distal end 808 that has a connection structure for connection to the rod 803. In the embodiment shown Fig. In Figures 14 to 20, the arm 806 of each mounting bracket 801, 802 is formed from a single integral piece (e.g., a metal plate) with the base 805, and the connection between the arm 806 and the base 805 is formed by a bend (e.g., 90°) in the material of the mounting bracket 801, 802. Each arm 806 extends outward from the respective base 805 and downward from the first end 807, and in one embodiment, the second ends 808 of the arms 806 extend downward below the lowest point of the wall mounting bracket 800 (e.g., the lower edge of the lower wall mounting plate 44), as shown in the figures. Fig. Figures 16 to 17 show the connection structure of each arm 806 in the embodiment of Fig. 14 to 20 has the form of a receptacle 809, which is connected to the second end 808 of the arm 806 and configured to receive one end of the rod 803 in it. The receptacles 809 in the Fig. 14 to 20 are separate pieces connected to the arms 806, for example by welding and / or fasteners, but in another embodiment each may be part of a single integral piece with the corresponding arm 806. In this embodiment, the receptacles 809 include adjusting screws 813 ( Fig. 19) for engaging the ends of the rod 803 and securing the rod 803 in the receptacles 809. Each of the fastening brackets 801, 802 in the Fig. Sections 14 to 20 also include a strut 811 extending downwards and backwards from an arm 806 and having a distal or free end 812 configured to engage a vertical surface (e.g., the wall mounting bracket 20 or the wall surface 700). The free ends 812 of the struts 811 in the Fig. Struts 14 to 20 engage buttress into the lower wall mounting plate 44 of the wall mounting bracket 800. These struts 811 provide support and rigidity to the arms 806 against transverse bending forces exerted on the rod 803. The struts 811 in the Fig. Figures 14 to 20 are also formed from a portion of the single integral piece with the arms 806 and the bases 805 of the corresponding mounting brackets 801, 802. It is understood that the mounting brackets 801, 802, including the bases 805, the arms 806, the connecting structure, and the struts 811, may have different configurations in other embodiments. For example, in another embodiment, the mounting brackets 801, 802 may be configured to support a different type of weightlifting equipment than a pull-up bar 803.

[0094] Fig. Figures 21 to 22 illustrate another embodiment of a weightlifting rack assembly 820, configured for mounting on a wall surface 700. The rack assembly 820 uses one and lower wall mounting brackets 821, which are similar to or identical with the upper and lower wall mounting brackets 20, 200. Fig. 1 to 13 are configured. For the sake of brevity, the upper and lower wall mounting brackets 821 are in the Fig. 21 to 22 with reference to the upper wall mounting bracket 20 of the Fig. 1 to 7 and 10 to 13 are described, and the split components and features of the upper wall mounting bracket 20, which have already been described herein, are not described again in detail here. The same reference numbers are used to refer to the wall mounting brackets 821 from Fig. 21 to 22 and the upper wall mounting bracket 20 made of Fig. To describe 1 to 7 and 10 to 13. The wall mounting brackets 821 in the Fig. Sections 21 to 22 therefore primarily address the differences between the wall mounting bracket 821 and the upper wall mounting bracket 20. Fig. 1 to 7 and 10 to 13 are described. It is understood that the upper and lower wall mounting brackets 821 of the Fig. 21 to 22 are identical to each other, but the rack arrangement 820 may include upper and lower wall mounting brackets 821 which differ from each other.

[0095] The rack arrangement 820 in the Fig. 21 to 22 is configured for use as a stationary weightlifting rack and comprises a first side mounting bracket 822 and a second side mounting bracket 823, each connected to the upper and lower wall mounting brackets 821. The mounting brackets 822 and 823 are configured to connect to a first weightlifting rack 824 in order to support the weightlifting rack 824 and fix it in position. Each of the mounting brackets 822 and 823 comprises a base 825 configured to connect to the wall mounting brackets 821, a beam 826 extending outward from the base 825, and a connecting end 827 configured to connect to the weightlifting rack 824. The base 825 and the connecting end 827 of each of the mounting brackets 822, 823 in Fig. 21 to 22 are in the embodiment of the Fig. 21 to 22 are each formed as a rectangular plate, but in other embodiments they can be formed from a differently shaped plate or a different structure. Furthermore, the rectangular shapes of the base 825 and the connecting end 827 are described in the Fig. 21 to 22 are extended in perpendicular directions, such that the base 825 is extended horizontally and the connecting end 827 is extended vertically. In one embodiment, the base 825 and the connecting end 827 each have several openings 828 to accommodate fastening elements 87 for connection to the wall mounting brackets 821. In this embodiment, the base 825 has Fig. 21 to 22 have two openings 828 on opposite horizontal sides of the beams 826, and the connecting end 827 has two openings 828 on opposite vertical sides of the beams 826. The first side mounting bracket 822 is connected to the mounting area 32 of the first side of the upper or lower wall mounting brackets 821, and the second side mounting bracket 823 is connected to the mounting area 34 of the second side of the upper or lower wall mounting brackets 821 by fasteners 87 that are received through the mounting openings 828 in the bases 825 of the mounting brackets 822, 823 and openings 33, 35 in the center plate 30 of the respective wall mounting bracket 821. The openings 33, 35 in the upper or lower wall mounting brackets 821 of the Fig. 21 to 22 are similar to or identical to openings 33, 35 in the upper wall mounting bracket 20 of the Fig. 1 to 7 are placed, aligned vertically and spaced horizontally apart.

[0096] The weightlifting rack 824 is a stationary weightlifting rack comprising a frame 829 formed by several frame elements 830 connected to one another and one or more articles of weightlifting equipment connected to the frame 829. The frame 829 is configured to stand on the ground and to support such weightlifting structures, including any weightlifting structures shown and described elsewhere herein. The frame 829 can have various different shapes, and in an embodiment as shown in the Fig. As shown in Figures 21 to 22, the frame 829 comprises at least one first vertical element 831 located between the first ends 22 of the wall mounting brackets 821 and a second vertical element 832 located towards the second ends 24 of the wall mounting brackets 821. The first and second vertical elements 831, 832 engage the ground and are also connected to and / or support other frame elements 830. At least some of the frame elements 830 include several openings 833 for receiving fasteners for connecting to other components. In the embodiment shown in Fig. 21 to 22 all have frame elements 830, including the first and second vertical elements 831, 832, with several openings 833 distributed axially along the length of each of the frame elements 830 and along all four sides of the frame elements 830. The frame 829 in the Fig. 21 to 22 has two bars 834 which are connected between two longitudinally extending frame elements 830 using fastening elements which are received in the openings 833 and it is understood that other weightlifting equipment can be connected in the same or a similar manner.

[0097] The mounting brackets 822 and 823 are connected to the weightlifting rack 824 to anchor the weightlifting rack 824 to the wall and to support the weightlifting rack 824 more securely. The connecting end 827 of each of the mounting brackets 822 and 823 is inserted into the Fig. 21-22 is connected by fasteners 88, which are received through the openings 828 and openings 833 in the elements 831, 832, to one of the vertical elements 831, 832 of the weightlifting rack 824. It is understood that the fasteners 87, which connect the mounting brackets 822, 823 to the wall mounting brackets 821, and the fasteners 88, which connect the mounting brackets 822, 823 to the weightlifting rack 824, may be the same or different fasteners. As shown in the Fig. As shown in Figures 21 to 22, both the upper and lower wall mounting brackets 821 have a first side mounting bracket 822 that connects the wall mounting bracket 821 to the first vertical element 831, and a second side mounting bracket 823 that connects the wall mounting bracket 821 to a second vertical element 832. In another embodiment, the first and / or second side mounting brackets 822 can be configured for connection to a horizontal frame element 830 or for connection to multiple frame elements 830.

[0098] Fig. Figures 23 to 28 illustrate another embodiment of a weightlifting rack assembly 840, configured for mounting on a wall surface 700. The rack assembly 840 uses a wall mounting bracket 841, which is similar in some respects to the upper wall mounting bracket 20 of Fig. 1 to 7 and 10 to 13 is configured. For the sake of brevity, the shared components and features of the upper wall mounting bracket 20, already described herein, will not be described again in detail, and the same reference numbers will be used to refer to the wall mounting bracket 841 of the Fig. 23 to 28 and the upper wall mounting bracket 20 of the Fig. To describe 1 to 7 and 10 to 13. The wall mounting bracket 841 in the Fig. 23 to 28 therefore primarily concern the differences between the wall mounting bracket 841 and the upper wall mounting bracket 20 of the Fig. 1 to 7 are described. For example, one difference is that the wall mounting bracket 841 of the Fig. 23 to 28 has a greater height (parallel to the wall), and the middle plate 30 has mounting areas 32, 34 configured to be attached to brackets 842, 843 that are vertically extended, e.g. by having holes 33, 35 that are horizontally oriented and vertically oriented, while the upper wall mounting bracket 20 of the Fig. 1 to 7 and 10 to 13 have a lower height and vertically oriented holes 33, 35. As another example, the wall mounting bracket 841 of the Fig. 23 to 28 side handle openings 839, which have greater heights and / or smaller horizontal widths than the side handle openings 36, 38 of the embodiment of Fig. 1 to 7.

[0099] The rack arrangement 840 in the Fig. 23 to 28 is configured for use as a stationary weightlifting rack and comprises a first side mounting bracket 842 and a second side mounting bracket 843, which are connected to the wall mounting bracket 841. The mounting brackets 842, 843 are configured to connect to a first weightlifting rack 844 in order to support the weightlifting rack 844 and to fix the weightlifting rack 844 in its position. Each of the mounting brackets 842, 843 comprises a base 845, which is configured to connect to the wall mounting bracket 841 and is also configured to connect to one or more elements of the weightlifting rack 844. In the embodiment shown in Fig. 23 to 25, the weightlifting frame 844 comprises one or more beams 846, which are connected to each base 845 and extend outwards from the base 845 to the support of the weightlifting frame 844. The base 825 of each of the mounting brackets 842, 843 in Fig. 23 to 28 is each formed as a rectangular plate, but in other embodiments it can be formed from a differently shaped plate or a different structure. Furthermore, the rectangular shape of each base 845 is in the Fig. 21 to 22 are extended in a direction that is vertical when the mounting brackets 842, 843 are connected to the wall mounting bracket 841. In one embodiment, the bases 845 of the mounting brackets 842, 843 each have multiple openings 848 to accommodate fasteners 87 for connection to the wall mounting bracket 841. Each base 845 has three openings 848 in the embodiment of Fig. 23 to 25, which are spaced apart and vertically aligned with each other, and are located next to the upper end, the lower end and the center of the base 845. As described above, the fastening areas 32, 34 of the first and second sides of the wall mounting bracket 841 have three openings 33, 35, which are also vertically aligned and spaced apart to correspond to the openings 848 in the mounting brackets 842, 843. The first side mounting bracket 842 is connected to the mounting area 32 of the first side of the wall mounting brackets 841 and the second side mounting bracket 843 is connected to the mounting area 34 of the second side of the wall mounting brackets 841 by fastening elements 87 which are received through the fastening openings 848 in the bases 845 of the mounting brackets 842, 843 and openings 33, 35 in the center plate 30 of the wall mounting bracket 841.The openings 33, 35 in the wall mounting bracket 841 made of . Fig. 23 to 28 are aligned horizontally to each other and at a vertical distance from each other, as described above. In one embodiment, which is described in the Fig. As illustrated in Figures 23 to 26, the wall mounting bracket 841 has at least three openings 33, 35, positioned such that one of the openings 33, 35 is located above both beams 846, another of the openings 33, 35 is located below both beams 846, and a third of the openings is located between the beams 846. The mounting brackets 842, 843 have at least three corresponding openings 848, positioned in the same manner.

[0100] The beams 846 of the weightlifting frame 844 can be connected to the mounting brackets 842, 843 in various different configurations, including by the use of welding, soldering, adhesive or other joining materials, or various mechanical connection structures such as locking structures or screws, bolts, rivets or other fasteners. In the embodiment shown Fig. In Figures 23 to 26, the beams 846 are received in openings 853 in the mounting brackets 842, 843 and then fastened by welding, soldering, adhesives, or other joining materials. The beams 846 are connected to a frame 849 configured to stand on the ground and support various weightlifting structures, including any weightlifting structures shown and described elsewhere herein. The frame 849 may comprise various frame elements 850 and may have various different shapes, and in an embodiment as shown in Figure 23 to 26, the ... Fig. As shown in Figure 23, the frame 849 comprises at least one first vertical element 851 located between the first end 22 of the wall mounting bracket 841 and a second vertical element 852 located towards the second end 24 of the wall mounting bracket 841. The first and second vertical elements 851, 852 engage the ground and are also connected to and / or support other frame elements 850. The frame elements 850 may be configured similarly to other frame elements described herein or may have a different configuration. The frame elements 850 may further comprise crossbeams 854 between the vertical elements 851, 852, and / or each set of beams 846 may include, for strength and stability, one or more supports 855 extending between them, as shown in Figure 23. Fig. 23 is shown. In the embodiment from Fig. In figures 23 to 28, the beams 846 are connected at or near the top edges of the vertical elements 851, 852, and the vertical elements 851, 852 do not include any further supports between the vertical elements 851, 852 and the wall surface 700. The first side mounting bracket 842, the first vertical element 851, and the beams 846 connecting them can be considered as representing the first side of the weightlifting rack assembly 840, and the second side mounting bracket 843, the second vertical element 852, and the beams 846 connecting them can likewise be considered as representing the second side of the weightlifting rack assembly 840. In one embodiment, the distance between the wall surface 700 and the first and second vertical elements 851, 852 is greater than the lateral distance between the first and second vertical elements 851, 852.In another embodiment, several rack arrangements 840 can be used as in the . Fig. 23 to 28, arranged side by side and mounted along one or more wall surfaces, and these side-by-side rack arrangements 840 can be connected to each other by further frame elements, e.g. crossbeams 854, to form a larger combined rack arrangement.

[0101] Various embodiments of weightlifting rack assemblies, mounting assemblies configured for use with such rack assemblies, and accessories therefor have been described herein with various components and features. In other embodiments, these structures may be provided with any combination of such components and features. It is also understood that in other embodiments, the various devices, components, and features of the weightlifting rack assemblies, mounting assemblies, and other structures described herein may be constructed with similar structural and functional elements exhibiting different configurations, including various decorative appearances.

[0102] Various alternative embodiments and examples have been described and illustrated herein. A person skilled in the art would recognize the features of each embodiment and the possible combinations and variations of the components. A person skilled in the art would further recognize that each of the embodiments could be provided in any combination with the other embodiments disclosed herein. It is understood that the invention may be embodied in other specific forms without departing from its spirit or central features. These examples and embodiments are therefore to be regarded in all respects as illustrative and not limiting, and the invention is not to be limited to the details given herein.Terms such as "top," "bottom," "front," "back," "side," "rear," "proximal," "distal," and the like are used herein for purely illustrative purposes and do not in any way limit the embodiments. Nothing in this specification should be construed as requiring a specific three-dimensional orientation of structures to fall within the scope of this invention, unless expressly provided for in the claims. Furthermore, the term "plurality" as used herein indicates a number greater than one, either disjunctive or conjunctive as necessary, up to an infinite number. Accordingly, although specific embodiments have been illustrated and described, numerous modifications are apparent without substantially departing from the spirit of the invention, and the scope of protection is limited only by the scope of the accompanying claims. QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION

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Claims

[1] Weightlifting arrangement comprising: a first wall mounting bracket configured for attachment to a wall surface, comprising: a first intermediate plate with an inner surface facing the wall surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface, wherein the first intermediate plate has a first fixing area and a second fixing area spaced apart from each other along the first intermediate plate; a first upper wall mounting plate located above the first middle plate and configured to overlap the wall surface; a first lower wall mounting plate located below the first intermediate plate and configured to overlap the wall surface, wherein the first upper and lower wall mounting plates are offset from the first intermediate plate in a first direction perpendicular to the outer and inner surfaces of the first intermediate plate, the first upper wall mounting plate and the first lower wall mounting plate each having a first slot, the first slots being configured to receive first wall mounting fasteners through them in order to couple the first wall mounting bracket to the wall surface; and first offset plates, each extending between the first middle plate and the first upper wall mounting plate and between the first middle plate and the first lower wall mounting plate, wherein the first offset plates are each angled to the first middle plate and the first upper wall mounting plate and the first lower wall mounting plate; a second wall mounting bracket configured for attachment to the wall surface at a point below and spaced apart from the first wall mounting bracket, comprising: a second middle plate with an inner surface configured to face the wall surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface, the second middle plate having a third fixing area and a fourth fixing area spaced apart from each other along the second middle plate; a second upper wall mounting plate located above the second middle plate and configured to overlap the wall surface; a second lower wall mounting plate located below the second middle plate and configured to overlap the wall surface, wherein the second upper and lower wall mounting plates are offset from the second middle plate in the first direction, wherein the second upper wall mounting plate and the second lower wall mounting plate each have a second slot, the second slots being configured to accommodate additional wall fixing elements by coupling the second wall mounting bracket to the wall surface; and second offset plates, each extending between the second middle plate and the second upper wall mounting plate and between the second middle plate and the second lower wall mounting plate, the second offset plates being angled towards the second middle plate and the second upper and lower wall mounting plates; and A weightlifting rack assembly connected to the first wall mounting bracket and the second wall mounting bracket, wherein the weightlifting rack assembly comprises a first bracket connected to the first center plate of the first wall mounting bracket in the first mounting area by a first fastener, a second bracket connected to the first center plate of the first wall mounting bracket in the second mounting area by a second fastener, a third bracket connected to the second center plate of the second wall mounting bracket in the third mounting area by a third fastener, and a fourth bracket connected to the second center plate of the second wall mounting bracket in the fourth mounting area by a fourth fastener. wherein the first upper and lower wall mounting plates, which are offset from the first middle plate, are configured to create an initial space between the inner surface of the first middle plate and the wall surface to provide space for the first and second mounting elements, and wherein the second upper and lower wall mounting plates, which are offset from the second middle plate, are configured to create a second space between the inner surface of the second middle plate and the wall surface to provide space for the third and fourth mounting elements. [2] Weightlifting arrangement according to claim 1, wherein the first offset plates are arranged at an angle to the first intermediate plate and the first upper and lower wall mounting plates, and wherein the second offset plates are arranged at an angle to the second intermediate plate and the second upper and lower wall mounting plates. [3] Weightlifting arrangement according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the first fastening area comprises a first opening in the first intermediate plate which receives the first fastening element, the second fastening area comprises a second opening in the first intermediate plate which receives the second fastening element, wherein the third fastening area comprises a third opening in the second intermediate plate which receives the third fastening element, and the fourth fastening area comprises a fourth opening in the second intermediate plate which receives the fourth fastening element. [4] Weightlifting arrangement according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the weightlifting frame arrangement is foldable and comprises a first side frame arrangement connected to the first and third supports, and a second side frame arrangement connected to the second and fourth supports, wherein the first, second, third, and fourth supports are each pivot supports, and wherein the first side frame arrangement is foldable by pivoting on the first and third supports, and the second side frame arrangement is foldable by pivoting on the second and fourth supports. [5] Weightlifting arrangement according to claim 4, wherein the first side frame arrangement and the second side frame arrangement are movable by pivoting between a folded configuration next to the wall surface and a hinged configuration distal to the wall surface. [6] Weightlifting arrangement according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the weightlifting arrangement further comprises several frame elements comprising a first vertical element and a second vertical element spaced apart from each other, a first crossbar connecting the first support to the first vertical element, a second crossbar connecting the second support to the second vertical element, a third crossbar connecting the third support to the first vertical element, and a fourth crossbar connecting the fourth support to the second vertical element. [7] Weightlifting arrangement according to claim 6, wherein the first and the second vertical element are configured to engage in a floor surface which is connected to the wall surface. [8] Weightlifting arrangement according to claim 6 or 7, wherein the multiple frame elements further comprise a cross member connecting the first vertical element to the second vertical element. [9] Weightlifting arrangement according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the first slots are extended along a length of each of the first upper and lower wall mounting plates and the second slots are extended along a length of each of the second upper and lower wall mounting plates. [10] Weightlifting arrangement according to claim 9, wherein the first upper wall mounting plate and the first lower wall mounting plate each have multiple first slots, including the first slot, arranged sequentially along the length of each of the first upper and lower wall mounting plates, wherein the multiple first slots are configured to accommodate first wall mounting elements to connect the first wall mounting bracket to the wall surface, and wherein the second upper wall mounting plate and the second lower wall mounting plate each have multiple second slots, including the second slot, arranged sequentially along the length of each of the second upper and lower wall mounting plates, wherein the multiple second slots are configured to accommodate additional wall mounting elements to connect the second wall mounting bracket to the wall surface. [11] Wall mounting bracket for attaching weightlifting equipment, comprising: a central plate which is substantially planar and has an inner surface configured to face a wall surface and an outer surface opposite the inner surface, wherein the central plate extends between the first and second ends of the wall mounting bracket, wherein the central plate has a first lateral mounting area located near the first end and having a first opening extending through the central plate, and a second lateral mounting area located near the second end and having a second opening extending through the central plate, wherein the first and second openings are configured to receive fasteners thereby in order to connect the weightlifting equipment to the wall mounting bracket; an upper wall mounting plate located above the middle plate and configured to overlap the wall surface, wherein the upper wall mounting plate is offset from the middle plate in a first direction perpendicular to the outer surface and the inner surface of the middle plate, wherein the upper wall mounting plate has a top slot extending thereby a lower wall mounting plate located below the middle plate and configured to overlap the wall surface, the lower wall mounting plate being offset from the middle plate in the first direction such that the upper and lower wall mounting plates are substantially coplanar and offset from the middle plate by equal distances in the first direction, the lower wall mounting plate having a lower slot extending therein; a first offset plate extending between the middle plate and the upper wall mounting plate, the first offset plate being angled to both the middle plate and the upper wall mounting plate; and a second offset plate extending between the center plate and the lower wall mounting plate, wherein the second offset plate is angled to both the center plate and the lower wall mounting plate, wherein the upper and lower slots are configured to accommodate wall fixing elements in order to attach the wall fixing bracket to the wall surface, and wherein the upper and lower wall mounting plates, which are offset from the middle plate, are configured to create a space between the inner surface of the middle plate and the wall surface, extending from the first end to the second end of the wall mounting bracket, the space being configured to provide space for the fasteners connecting the weightlifting equipment to the wall mounting bracket. [12] Wall mounting bracket according to claim 11, wherein a plane defined by the middle plate is substantially parallel to a plane defined by the upper and lower wall mounting plates. [13] Wall mounting bracket according to one of claims 11 or 12, wherein the upper and lower wall mounting plates are also offset in a vertical direction to the middle plate, so that the first and second offset plates extend obliquely to the middle plate and to the upper and lower wall mounting plates and extend both in the first direction and in the vertical direction between the middle plate and the upper and lower wall mounting plates. [14] Wall mounting bracket according to one of claims 11 to 13, wherein the upper slot and the lower slot are extended in a second direction extending between the first and the second end. [15] Wall mounting bracket according to any one of claims 11 to 14, wherein the upper wall mounting plate has several upper slots, including the upper slot, arranged sequentially in the second direction along the upper wall mounting plate, and the lower wall mounting plate has several lower slots, including the lower slot, arranged sequentially in the second direction along the lower wall mounting plate.

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