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FABRICATION LAYOUT DEVICE & METHOD
20250178137 · 2025-06-05 ·

Methods and devices are disclosed for a fabrication layout device and assembly table. The device includes a table with a work surface. The work surface being a continuous surface and configured to support a plurality of railing pieces for fabrication of a railing assembly. The device further includes a beam located above the work surface. The beam is operatively coupled to the table, such that the beam moves relative to the work surface in a first direction. Attached to the beam is an ink dispenser. The ink dispenser is configured to move along the beam in a second direction different from the first direction. The ink dispenser is further configured to dispense ink onto the work surface of the table in the form of a pattern of the railing assembly. Railing pieces can be positioned on the pattern so that they can be assembled to one another.

Handrail element connector and handrail assembly including the same
12352052 · 2025-07-08 · ·

A handrail element connector for connecting together first and second handrail elements, the connector comprising: at least one connecting portion for engaging a first handrail element internal cavity defined in one of the first and second handrail elements, the connecting portion including: at least one connector axial coupling portion couplable to a corresponding handrail element axial coupling portion located in the first handrail element internal cavity to prevent axial movement of the connector relative to the handrail element; and at least one connector angular coupling portion couplable to a corresponding handrail element angular coupling portion located in the first handrail element internal cavity to prevent rotation of the connector relative to the handrail element.

Light Emitting Handrail
20250277371 · 2025-09-04 ·

A handrail that includes a cover, a first endcap, a second endcap, a support member, and a lighting element is provided. The support member includes a longitudinal axis, first and second ends along the longitudinal axis, first and second lateral sides, and first and second longitudinal sides. The first lateral side of the support member is configured to be secured against a mounting surface. The first endcap is configured to mate with the first end of the support member and the second endcap is configured to mate with the second end of the support member. The cover is placed over the second lateral side of the support member and engages the first longitudinal side and the second longitudinal side of the support member. The lighting element is configured to couple to the support member in a lighting channel and emit light toward the mounting surface.

Telescopic hand rail
12428851 · 2025-09-30 · ·

A telescopic handrail that includes first and second telescoping members adapted to move from a first contracted position to a second expanded position. The telescoping members each having a free end and an opposing telescoping end. The handrail includes locking arrangement to releasably secure the telescoping members in the first contracted position. The handrail includes restraining arrangement to prevent the telescoping members from separating more than the second expanded position. The handrail includes a first fixing device to secure a free end of the first telescoping member to a fixed point. The handrail includes a second releasable fixing device to releasably secure a free end of the second telescoping member to a fixed point.

Glass fencing system

A glass fencing system includes glass panels, rails, gaskets, and spigots. The rails extend across the upper edges of the glass panels. The gaskets are fitted within the rails. The spigots support one of the glass panels and comprise a base, a first arm, a first pad, a second arm, and a second pad. The first pad has a first pad surface and a lower surface. The first pad surface is in contact with the first arm and the glass panel. The lower surface extends from the first pad surface and is in contact with the glass panels. The second arm has bores. The second pad has a second pad surface, a backing, a plate, and fasteners. The second pad surface is in contact with the glass panel. The backing is spaced apart from the second pad surface and has backing openings aligned with the bores. The plate is located between the second pad surface and the backing. The fasteners pass through the bores and the backing openings to contact the plate.

Stair Railing System
20250314073 · 2025-10-09 ·

A stair railing system is provided. The system is comprised of a handrail system comprising at least two handrails positioned at varying or identical heights relative to the stairs of a staircase to enhance accessibility and safety for users of differing physical needs. Each handrail includes a body with customizable cross-sectional shapes, constructed from materials such as metals, composites, polymers, or natural materials, and features grip-enhancing surface textures. Mounting brackets secure the handrails to walls, accommodating diverse installation angles. The handrails may be tiered at non-continuous heights, providing superior support by enabling users to easily stabilize themselves during falls. Optionally, handrails may overlap or leave gaps and can incorporate flat surfaces for aesthetic or functional use. The system further includes a method for installation and use, ensuring stability and usability when navigating staircases.

Assembly and method for attaching extruded members

An assembly of extruded members including: an extruded housing member including one or more holes formed along at least one side thereof for entry of ends of one or more second extrusions therethrough; and at least one extruded aluminum clamping member including one or more pairs of opposed clamping portions for clamping the ends of the one or more second extrusions therebetween.

Dual-axis swivel bracket

A dual-axis swivel bracket for a deck railing section is disclosed. The bracket is simultaneously adjustable along a first axis and a perpendicular second axis. When one end of the bracket is attached to a post and the other is attached to a rail, the position of the rail may be moved through a wide range of motion to allow for a wide range of installation designs.

TUBULAR MEMBER FLANGE ATTACHMENT AND METHODS OF ATTACHING A FLANGE TO A TUBULAR MEMBER
20250381591 · 2025-12-18 ·

In an example embodiment, the flange 10 has one or more openings 90 for accommodating fasteners 92 for fastening the flange and tubular member (e.g., for fastening the grab bar) to a structure such as a wall, as for example shown in FIG. 6. In example embodiment as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, flange covers 94 that extend over the flange 10, so as to cover the flange, may be used. The flange cover may be installed over the tubular member prior to the bucking, or from the opposite end of the tubular member after buckling. As can be understood, if flanges are connected to both ends of the tubular member in accordance with the example embodiment herein, the flange covers must be placed over the tubular member at least prior to the bucking of the second end portion of the tubular member. In an example embodiment, each flange cover has an opening 96 having a diameter larger than the outer surface diameter of the tubular member but smaller than the outer surface diameter of the buckled section of the tubular member. A such, the flange cover can be axially retained by the its corresponding buckled section of the tubular member. If the flange cover opening has a diameter greater than the diameter of the buckled section of the tubular member, the cover will be axially retained by the flange. The flange cover should have an appropriate area to cover its corresponding flange. In the example embodiment shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, the flange cover 94 has a radially extending surface 98 from which extends an axially extending surface 100. With this example embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6, the radially extending surface 98 covers the flange 10, while the axially extending surface 100 surrounds the flange 10.

Tubular member flange attachment and methods of attaching a flange to a tubular member

A tubular member and flange combination includes a tubular member having a buckled section proximate an end of the tubular member. A flange is penetrated by an end of the tubular member where an end section of the tubular member is bent over the flange such that the flange is axially retained by the buckled section and the bent end section of the tubular member. A method of forming the tubular member and flange combination includes buckling the tubular member at a location proximate an end of the tubular member forming a buckled section, placing the flange over the tubular member end section such that the tubular member end section penetrates an opening of the flange, and bending an end section of the tubular member to extend over the flange, such that the flange is axially retained by the buckled section and the bent end section of the tubular member.