Bracing apparatus, system, and method for installation of sub-surface utility anchors

The bracing apparatus enables efficient installation of utility anchors by lifting and leveling them to precise alignment, addressing labor and equipment costs associated with traditional methods.

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Patent Information

Application Number
US18/942590
Authority / Receiving Office
US · United States
Patent Type
Applications(United States)
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2022-12-29
Filing Date
2024-11-09
Publication Date
2025-07-03

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The installation of sub-surface utility anchors is labor-intensive and costly due to the need for trial-and-error adjustments to achieve precise alignment, requiring heavy machinery and materials like concrete, which is difficult to remove and transport, leading to high labor and equipment costs.

Method used

A bracing apparatus that allows for the lifting and leveling of utility anchors from a horizontal to vertical orientation, using a leveling mechanism that adjusts to achieve a plumb or near-plumb orientation, with visual or digital indicators and automated control for precise alignment.

Benefits of technology

Facilitates time-efficient installation of utility anchors with reduced labor and equipment costs by minimizing trial-and-error, ensuring accurate alignment and reducing the need for heavy machinery and concrete use.

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Abstract

A bracing apparatus, system, and method for the installation of sub-surface utility anchors as used for utility poles, and other infrastructure which requires a sub-surface foundational element is disclosed. The bracing apparatus may be configured to interconnect to a mounting flange or mounting surface of a utility anchor, wherein the bracing apparatus allows the lifting of a utility anchor from a horizontal orientation to a suspended vertical orientation for placing the utility anchor vertically into a hole prepared for the installation of the utility anchor. The bracing apparatus comprises a leveling means wherein the bracing apparatus resides above grade and the leveling means bears on the surrounding ground surface, is adapted to raise or lower the utility anchor in relation to the grade level, and is adapted to achieve a level configuration of the mounting flange or mounting surface of the utility anchor and thus achieve a plumb or near-plumb orientation of an above-ground infrastructure mounted to the utility anchor.
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