METHOD AND ARRANGEMENT FOR LEVELING OF PREFABRICATED WALL PANELS

Abstract

A leveling assembly for a wall panel is described. The leveling assembly includes a floor track, a leveling track, and a leveling mechanism. The leveling mechanism comprises a leveling bolt configured to pass through a leveling square nut and into a floor track channel of the floor track, such that rotating the leveling bolt in a first direction causes the leveling square nut to push towards a first horizontal protrusion and a second horizontal protrusion of the leveling track, lifting the leveling track upwards away from the floor track.

Claims

1. A leveling assembly for a wall panel comprising: a floor track comprising a floor track channel formed between a first protruded arm and a second protruded arm, the floor track channel defining a first alignment profile; a leveling track comprising a leveling track channel formed between a first vertical member and a second vertical member coupled together by a first plate, wherein the first vertical member includes a first horizontal protrusion and the second vertical member includes a second horizontal protrusion such that the first plate, the first horizontal protrusion, and the second horizontal protrusion form a slot in the leveling track channel; and a leveling mechanism comprising: a leveling square nut configured to be received in the slot in the leveling track channel; and a leveling bolt configured to pass through the leveling square nut and into the floor track channel, wherein, the leveling bolt resides into the floor track channel aligning with the first alignment profile; and rotating the leveling bolt in a first direction causes the leveling square nut to push towards the first horizontal protrusion and the second horizontal protrusion such that the leveling track lifts upwards away from the floor track.

2. The leveling assembly of claim 1, wherein the floor track further comprises: a first set of vertical members comprising a first blade and a second blade; and a second set of vertical members comprising the first protruded arm and the second protruded arm defining the floor track channel formed between the first protruded arm and the second protruded arm.

3. The leveling assembly of claim 2, wherein the leveling track further comprises: a first U-shaped channel defined by the first vertical member and a third vertical member, wherein the first vertical member comprises the first horizontal protrusion; and a second U-shaped channel defined by the second vertical member and a fourth vertical member, wherein the second vertical member comprises the second horizontal protrusion, wherein: the first U-shaped channel is configured to receive the first blade of the floor track; and the second U-shaped channel is configured to receive the second blade of the floor track.

4. The leveling assembly of claim 3, wherein the leveling track further comprises the leveling track channel defined by the first vertical member and the second vertical member such that an opening of the leveling track channel is in an opposite direction to an opening of the first U-shaped channel and an opening of the second U-shaped channel.

5. The leveling assembly of claim 1, wherein rotating the leveling bolt in a second direction causes the leveling square nut to push towards the first plate such that the leveling track moves downwards towards the floor track.

6. The leveling assembly of claim 1, wherein the leveling track further comprises a hole in the first plate corresponding to the leveling bolt such that the leveling bolt passes through the hole towards the floor track channel.

7. The leveling assembly of claim 1, wherein the leveling mechanism further comprises a fastener that couples to the leveling bolt over the first horizontal protrusion and the second horizontal protrusion to hold the leveling track in place relative to the floor track.

8. The leveling assembly of claim 7, wherein the fastener comprises a hexagonal nut.

9. The leveling assembly of claim 3, wherein the leveling assembly further comprises one or more gaskets in the first U-shaped channel and the second U-shaped channel creating a mechanical seal between each of the first blade and the first U-shaped channel, and the second blade and the second U-shaped channel.

10. The leveling assembly of claim 1, wherein the leveling track at least partially supports a wall panel, such that a leveling motion of the leveling track results in a corresponding leveling motion of the wall panel relative to the floor track.

11. The leveling assembly of claim 10, wherein the leveling assembly further comprises: a wall panel interface configured to interface with the leveling track, wherein the wall panel interface comprises: a wall panel interface channel configured to receive at least a portion of the wall panel; and one or more interfacing clips configured to couple the wall panel interface to a closed end of the first U-shaped channel and the second U-shaped channel, wherein the one or more interfacing clips further include protruding portions configured to hold one or more other portions of the wall panel.

12. The leveling assembly of claim 1, wherein the floor track is configured to be fastened to a floor of a construction site.

13. The leveling assembly of claim 1, wherein the floor track channel is configured to maintain the leveling bolt in alignment with the first alignment profile while rotation of the leveling bolt.

14. A method of operating a leveling assembly to level a wall panel, the method comprising: coupling a leveling track to a floor track, wherein the coupling comprising: inserting a first blade of the floor track into a first U-shaped channel of the leveling track; and inserting a second blade of the floor track into a second U-shaped channel of the leveling track; inserting a leveling square nut into a slot in a leveling track channel of the leveling track, wherein the leveling track channel is defined by a first vertical member and a second vertical member coupled together by a first plate, wherein the first vertical member includes a first horizontal protrusion and the second vertical member includes a second horizontal protrusion such that the first plate, the first horizontal protrusion, and the second horizontal protrusion form a slot in the leveling track channel; inserting a leveling bolt through the leveling square nut and into a floor track channel, wherein the floor track channel is formed between a first protruded arm and a second protruded arm, the floor track channel defining a first alignment profile such that the leveling bolt resides in the floor track channel in alignment with the first alignment profile; and rotating the leveling bolt in a first direction causing the leveling square nut to push towards the first horizontal protrusion and the second horizontal protrusion such that the leveling track lifts upwards away from the floor track.

15. The method of claim 14, further comprising: rotating the leveling bolt in a second direction causing the leveling square nut to push towards the first plate such that the leveling track moves downwards towards the floor track.

16. The method of claim 14, wherein the coupling further comprises placing one or more gaskets in the first U-shaped channel and the second U-shaped channel creating a mechanical seal between each of the first blade and the first U-shaped channel, and the second blade and the second U-shaped channel.

17. The method of claim 14, further comprising coupling a fastener to the leveling bolt over the first horizontal protrusion and the second horizontal protrusion to hold the leveling track in place relative to the floor track.

18. The method of claim 14, further comprising supporting a wall panel, at least partially, by the leveling track, such that a leveling motion of the leveling track results in a corresponding leveling motion of the wall panel relative to the floor track.

19. The method of claim 14, further comprising fastening the floor track to a floor of a construction site.

20. A leveling assembly for a wall panel comprising: a floor track comprising: a first set of vertical members comprising a first blade and a second blade; and a second set of vertical members comprising a first protruded arm and a second protruded arm defining a floor track channel formed between the first protruded arm and the second protruded arm, the floor track channel defining a first alignment profile; a leveling track comprising: a first U-shaped channel defined by a first vertical member and a third vertical member, wherein the first vertical member comprises a first horizontal protrusion, the first U-shaped channel configured to receive the first blade of the floor track; a second U-shaped channel defined by a second vertical member and a fourth vertical member, wherein the second vertical member comprises a second horizontal protrusion, the second U-shaped channel configured to receive the second blade of the floor track; and a leveling track channel, defined by the first vertical member and the second vertical member coupled together by a first plate such that the opening of the leveling track channel is in an opposite direction to an opening of the first U-shaped channel and an opening of the second U-shaped channel, wherein the first plate, the first horizontal protrusion, and the second horizontal protrusion form a slot in the leveling track channel; a leveling mechanism comprising: a leveling square nut configured to be received in the slot in the leveling track channel; and a leveling bolt configured to pass through the leveling square nut and into the floor track channel such that the leveling bolt resides into the floor track channel aligning with the first alignment profile, wherein, rotating the leveling bolt in a first direction causes the leveling square nut to push towards the first horizontal protrusion and the second horizontal protrusion causing the leveling track to lift upwards away from the floor track.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0027] Further advantages of the disclosure will become apparent by reference to the detailed description of preferred embodiments when considered in conjunction with the drawings. In the drawings, identical numbers refer to the same or a similar element.

[0028] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a prefabricated wall assembly, in accordance with some embodiments.

[0029] FIGS. 2A and 2B are detailed views of a floor track of a leveling assembly, in accordance with some embodiments.

[0030] FIGS. 3A and 3B are detailed views of a leveling track of the leveling assembly, in accordance with some embodiments.

[0031] FIG. 4A is a perspective view of the leveling track in a first leveling position relative to the floor track, in accordance with some embodiments.

[0032] FIG. 4B is a perspective view of the leveling track in a second leveling position relative to the floor track, in accordance with some embodiments.

[0033] FIG. 5 is a detailed view of a wall panel interface, in accordance with embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0034] FIG. 6 is a detailed view of another prefabricated wall assembly, in accordance with some embodiments.

[0035] FIG. 7 illustrates steps of a method of operating a leveling assembly to level a wall panel, in accordance with some embodiments of the present disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0036] The following detailed description is presented to enable any person skilled in the art to make and use the disclosure. For purposes of explanation, specific details are set forth to provide a thorough understanding of the present disclosure. However, it will be apparent to one skilled in the art that these specific details are not required to practice the disclosure. Descriptions of specific applications are provided only as representative examples. Various modifications to the preferred embodiments will be readily apparent to one skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be applied to other embodiments and applications without departing from the scope of the disclosure. The present disclosure is not intended to be limited to the embodiments shown but is to be accorded the widest possible scope consistent with the principles and features disclosed herein.

[0037] In accordance with the embodiments of the disclosure, a leveling assembly for a wall panel is disclosed. The leveling assembly comprises a floor track having a floor track channel formed between a first protruded arm and a second protruded arm, the floor track channel defining a first alignment profile. The leveling assembly further comprises a leveling track comprising a leveling track channel formed between a first vertical member and a second vertical member coupled together by a first plate, wherein the first vertical member includes a first horizontal protrusion and the second vertical member includes a second horizontal protrusion such that the first plate, the first horizontal protrusion, and the second horizontal protrusion form a slot in the leveling track channel. The leveling assembly further comprises a leveling mechanism comprising a leveling square nut configured to be received in the slot in the leveling track channel; and a leveling bolt configured to pass through the leveling square nut and into the floor track channel, wherein, the leveling bolt resides into the floor track channel aligning with the first alignment profile; and rotating the leveling bolt in a first direction causes the leveling square nut to push towards the first horizontal protrusion and the second horizontal protrusion such that the leveling track lifts upwards away from the floor track.

[0038] The embodiments of the disclosure are described in more detail with reference to FIGS. 1-7.

[0039] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a prefabricated wall assembly 100, in accordance with some embodiments. As shown in FIG. 1, the prefabricated wall assembly 100 includes a wall panel 102 and a leveling assembly 104. The prefabricated wall assembly 100 is mounted to a floor 106 of a construction site.

[0040] In some embodiments, the wall panel 102 is a building component that is manufactured off-site in a factory setting and then transported to the construction site for installation. In some embodiments, the wall panel 102 consists of an insulating foam core sandwiched between two structural facings. In some embodiments, the wall panel 102 is made from materials like steel and/or aluminum and includes insulation layers. Further, in some embodiments, the wall panel 102 is made from engineered wood products like plywood, oriented strand board (OSB), cross-laminated timber (CLT), and the like. It should be noted that the wall panel 102 is able to be fabricated and/or moulded as a single piece or as a panelized wall panel system having a plurality of prefabricated panels, such as framing with integrated insulation, windows, and/or exterior finishes. Each type of prefabricated wall panel offers unique benefits and is chosen based on a specific requirement of a construction project, such as structural needs, aesthetic preferences, and environmental considerations.

[0041] As discussed above, in some scenarios, a construction site may include an uneven floor and wall panels installed on an uneven floor result in stability and load distribution challenges. Thus, wall panel leveling on uneven construction floors is crucial for several reasons, such as, maintaining the structural integrity as uneven floors can lead to improper load distribution, causing stress on certain sections of the wall panels, which can weaken the structure over time. Wall panel leveling also ensures that the wall panels are stable and securely anchored, preventing potential shifting or collapse. Further, wall panel leveling ensures that wall panels are aligned correctly, resulting in a uniform and aesthetically pleasing appearance, and ensure better sealing against weather elements, reducing the risk of water infiltration, air leaks, and energy loss. Wall panel leveling is also required for the correct installation of doors and windows, ensuring they open and close smoothly and fit properly within the wall panels. Further, uneven wall panels result in challenges during the installation of plumbing, electrical wiring, and other utilities, potentially leading to functional issues and increased installation time. Thus, leveling wall panels on uneven construction floors is essential to ensure the structural integrity, aesthetic consistency, functionality, durability, and safety of the building.

[0042] With reference to FIG. 1, the wall panel 102 installed on the floor 106 is leveled using the leveling assembly 104. In some embodiments, the leveling assembly 104 includes a floor track 108 and a leveling track 110. As shown in FIG. 1, the floor track 108 is coupled to the floor 106 using a coupling means, such as, but not limited to, one or more screws. Further, the leveling track 110 is coupled to the floor track 108 and is configured to move upwards and downwards relative to the floor track 108, as will be described in detail later. The leveling track 110 is configured to be coupled to and/or support the wall panel 102, such that, a leveling motion in the leveling track 110 results in a corresponding leveling motion in the wall panel 102 relative to the floor track 108 and/or the floor 106.

[0043] FIGS. 2A and 2B illustrate perspective views of the floor track 108, in accordance with some embodiments. Specifically, FIG. 2A depicts a first view 202 of the floor track 108. The floor track 108 includes a first set of vertical members that run along a length of the floor track 108. The first set of vertical members includes a first blade 206 and a second blade 208. The floor track 108 further includes a second set of vertical members that run along a length of the floor track 108. The second set of vertical members includes a first protruded arm 210 and a second protruded arm 212. The first protruded arm 210 and the second protruded arm 212 form a floor track channel 214 as shown in FIG. 2A. The floor track channel 214 defines a first alignment profile, as will be discussed in detail later. The floor track 108 further includes a first horizontal protrusion 216 and a second horizontal protrusion 218, as shown in FIG. 2A.

[0044] As described above, in some embodiments, the floor track 108 is coupled to the floor 106 of the construction site. The floor track 108 is able to be coupled to the floor 106 using various coupling means as known in the art, such as, but not limited to, mechanical fasteners, such as, screws, adhesive bonding, concrete casting, and the like. In some embodiments, the floor track 108 further includes gaskets 220 and 222 to provide a compressible mechanical seal between the floor 106 and the floor track 108. Gaskets 220 and 222 also provide an acoustic seal for the structure by filling the small gaps and seams between the floor 106 and the floor track 108. Gaskets 220 and 222 act as a flexible barrier that absorbs vibrations and dampens sound waves, preventing them from passing through the structure.

[0045] FIG. 2B depicts a front view 204 of the floor track 108. As shown in FIG. 2B, the floor track 108 includes the first blade 206, the second blade 208, the first protruded arm 210, the second protruded arm 212, and the floor track channel 214 defined by the first protruded arm 210 and the second protruded arm 212.

[0046] FIGS. 3A and 3B illustrate perspective views of the leveling track 110, in accordance with some embodiments. Specifically, FIG. 3A depicts a first view 302 of the leveling track 110. The leveling track 110 includes a first U-shaped channel 306 and a second U-shaped channel 308. As shown in FIG. 3A, the first U-shaped channel 306 is defined by a first vertical member 312 and a third vertical member 310. The second U-shaped channel 308 is defined by a second vertical member 316 and a fourth vertical member 314. In some embodiments, the first U-shaped channel 306 is configured to receive the first blade 206 of the floor track 108 and the second U-shaped channel 308 is configured to receive the second blade 208 of the floor track 108.

[0047] As shown in FIG. 3A, the first vertical member 312 and the second vertical member 316 are coupled to each other through a first plate 318, forming a leveling track channel 320 defined by the first vertical member 312, the second vertical member 316, and the first plate 318. Further, as shown in FIG. 3A, an opening of the leveling track channel 320 is in an opposite direction to an opening of the first U-shaped channel 306 and an opening of the second U-shaped channel 308.

[0048] FIG. 3B depicts a front view 304 of the leveling track 110. As shown in FIG. 3B, the leveling track 110 includes the first U-shaped channel 306, the second U-shaped channel 308, the first vertical member 312, the third vertical member 310, the second vertical member 316, and the fourth vertical member 314. Further, as shown in FIG. 3B, the first vertical member 312 comprises a first horizontal protrusion 322 protruding within the leveling track channel 320. The second vertical member 316 comprises a second horizontal protrusion 324 protruding within the leveling track channel 320.

[0049] Further, as shown in FIG. 3B, the first vertical member 312 and the second vertical member 316 are coupled together by the first plate 318 such that the opening of the leveling track channel 320 is in an opposite direction to the opening of the first U-shaped channel 306 and the opening of the second U-shaped channel 308. Further, the first plate 318, the first horizontal protrusion 322, and the second horizontal protrusion 324 form a slot 326 in the leveling track channel 320, as shown in FIG. 3B. In some embodiments, the slot 326 runs throughout a length of the leveling track 110.

[0050] In some embodiments, the leveling track 110 further includes gaskets 328 within the first U-shaped channel 306 and the second U-shaped channel 308 to provide a compressible mechanical and acoustic seal between each of the first blade 206 of the floor track 108 and the first U-shaped channel 306, and the second blade 208 of the floor track 108 and the second U-shaped channel 308.

[0051] FIG. 4A is a perspective view 402 of the leveling track 110 in a first leveling position relative to the floor track 108, in accordance with some embodiments. As shown, the leveling track 110 is coupled to the floor track 108 such that the first blade 206 of the floor track 108 is received within the first U-shaped channel of the leveling track 110, and the second blade 208 of the floor track 108 is received within the second U-shaped channel of the leveling track 110. In some embodiments, the first blade 206 and the second blade 208 pass through a set of gaskets placed within the first U-shaped channel and the second U-shaped channel of the leveling track 110 to maintain a grip and/or a seal with the first blade 206 and the second blade 208. In some embodiments, the gaskets are inserted into one or more corresponding slots in the first U-shaped channel and the second U-shaped channel prior to inserting the first blade 206 and the second blade 208 into the channels.

[0052] Further, as shown in FIG. 4A, the leveling assembly includes a leveling mechanism 404 having a leveling bolt 406, a leveling square nut 408, and a fastener 410. In some embodiments, the leveling square nut 408 is configured to be received in the slot 326 in the leveling track channel of the leveling track 110. The leveling square nut 408 is able to have a shape profile that matches an internal wall profile of the slot 326, such that the leveling square nut 408 resides within the slot 326 during an operation of the leveling mechanism 404. For example, in some embodiments, the leveling square nut 408 has a square-shaped external profile. That is, the leveling square nut 408 has four flat sides and sharp corners, forming a square when viewed from the top. The shape profile of the leveling square nut 408 provides a larger surface area in contact with the internal walls of the slot 326, which distributes the load and reduces the risk of deformation or damage. It should be noted that the shape profile of the leveling square nut 408 is not limited to a square shape. The leveling square nut 408 is able to have any shape that corresponds to the internal wall profile of the slot 326.

[0053] Further, as shown in FIG. 4A, the leveling mechanism 404 includes a leveling bolt 406 that passes through the leveling square nut 408 and into the floor track channel 214 of the floor track 108. In some embodiments, the leveling track 110 includes a hole in the first plate 318 corresponding to the leveling bolt 406 such that the leveling bolt 406 passes through the hole towards the floor track channel 214. In some embodiments, the leveling bolt 406 includes a threaded shaft having helical ridges and/or threads which engage with the threads of the leveling square nut 408 and/or any other nut or a tapped hole to secure the connection. The threads of the leveling bolt 406 are able to be of various profiles, such as V-shaped, square, and/or acme. For example, leveling bolt 406 with V-shaped threads has a 60-degree angle and is common in many applications. Leveling bolt 406 with square threads provides better load-bearing capability in applications where high torque is applied. Further, leveling bolt 406 with acme threads has a trapezoidal shape and is used in applications requiring high strength and ease of manufacturing.

[0054] In some embodiments, the leveling bolt 406 resides in the floor track channel 214 aligning with the first alignment profile defined by the floor track channel 214. The first alignment profile of the floor track channel 214 guides the leveling bolt 406 as it enters the floor track channel 214 and thereafter aids in aligning and securing the leveling bolt 406. In some embodiments, the first alignment profile of the floor track channel 214 includes a flat horizontal base that serves as a primary support surface for the leveling bolt 406. The base provides the foundational alignment and positioning for the leveling bolt 406. Further, the first alignment profile of the floor track channel 214 includes two parallel side walls, that is, vertical extensions from the base. The side walls maintain the lateral alignment of the leveling bolt 406. The side walls prevent side-to-side movement of the leveling bolt 406, ensuring the bolt remains centered within the floor track channel 214. In some embodiments, the first alignment profile of the floor track channel 214 also includes a defined channel depth, that is, a vertical distance from the base to a top edge of the side walls. The channel depth is designed to provide better vertical alignment and stability for the leveling bolt 406, reducing any wobbling or tilting. In some embodiments, the first alignment profile of the floor track channel 214 also includes a defined channel width, that is, a horizontal distance between the inner surfaces of the side walls. The channel width is designed based on the fit and clearance of the leveling bolt 406. The channel width is designed to be slightly larger than the diameter of the leveling bolt 406 to allow smooth insertion and movement without excessive wobbling and/or friction. Further, the first alignment profile of the floor track channel 214 is able to include additional design elements such as grooves, slots, and/or raised ridges on the base and/or the side walls. These features enhance the precision of the alignment of the leveling bolt 406 by providing specific pathways or contact points that guide the leveling bolt 406 into a desired position.

[0055] As shown in FIG. 4A, once the leveling bolt 406 passes through the leveling square nut 408, a hole in the leveling track 110, and into the floor track channel 214, the leveling bolt 406 is rotated in a first direction to level the leveling track 110 relative to the floor track 108. For example, in some embodiments, the leveling track 110 when coupled to the floor track 108 is at a first level distance from the floor track 108. In some embodiments, the first level distance is the distance between the first plate 318 of the leveling track 110 and the base of the floor track channel 214. In some embodiments, the first level distance is the distance between the top end of the first blade 206 and the base of the first U-shaped channel 306 and/or the top end of the second blade 208 and the base of the second U-shaped channel 308.

[0056] As discussed above, to change the distance between the leveling track 110 and the floor track 108 from the first level distance to a second level distance, that is greater than the first level distance, the leveling bolt 406 is rotated in the first direction. In some embodiments, the first direction of rotation of the leveling bolt 406 is related to the threading on the leveling bolt 406. For example, for a leveling bolt 406 with a right-handed thread, the first direction of rotation is to the right, that is, a clockwise direction to move the leveling bolt 406 further into the floor track channel 214. Further, for a leveling bolt 406 with a left-handed thread, the first direction of rotation is to the left, that is, a counterclockwise direction to move the leveling bolt 406 further into the floor track channel 214.

[0057] As the leveling bolt 406 is rotated in the first direction, the leveling bolt 406 moves further into the floor track channel 214 and pushes against the base of the floor track channel 214, while maintaining alignment relative to the first alignment profile of the floor track channel 214. Thus, the rotation of the leveling bolt 406 is translated into a linear force applied on the base of the floor track channel 214 in a downward direction. As a result, an equal and opposing force is applied by the leveling square nut 408 onto the first horizontal protrusion 322 and the second horizontal protrusion 324 in an upward direction. That is, the leveling square nut 408 pushes towards the first horizontal protrusion 322 and the second horizontal protrusion 324 such that the leveling track 110 lifts upwards away from the floor track 108 to the second level distance, as shown in FIG. 4B.

[0058] Further, as shown in FIG. 4A, the leveling mechanism 404 further includes a fastener 410 that couples to the leveling bolt 406 over the first horizontal protrusion 322 and the second horizontal protrusion 324 to hold the leveling track 110 in place relative to the floor track 108. In some embodiments, once the leveling track 110 is leveled to a desired level distance and/or a desired leveling position, the fastener 410 secures the connection by securing the leveling bolt 406 in place. The fastener 410 acts as a lock nut, that is, when properly tightened, helps prevent the leveling bolt 406 from loosening and further prevents undue movements of the leveling track 110 relative to the floor track 108. In some embodiments, the fastener 410 is a hexagonal nut.

[0059] FIG. 4B is a perspective view 403 of the leveling track 110 in a second leveling position relative to the floor track 108, in accordance with some embodiments. For example, as shown in FIG. 4B, the leveling track 110 when coupled to the floor track 108 is at a second level distance from the floor track 108. In some embodiments, the second level distance is the distance between the first plate 318 of the leveling track 110 and the base of the floor track channel 214. In some embodiments, the second level distance is the distance between the top end of the first blade 206 and the base of the first U-shaped channel 306 and/or the top end of the second blade 208 and the base of the second U-shaped channel 308.

[0060] Further, to change the distance between the leveling track 110 and the floor track 108 from the second level distance to a first level distance, that is lesser than the second level distance, the leveling bolt 406 is rotated in a second direction, opposite to the first direction. In some embodiments, the second direction of rotation of the leveling bolt 406 is related to the threading on the leveling bolt 406. For example, for a leveling bolt 406 with a right-handed thread, the second direction of rotation is to the left, that is, a counterclockwise direction to move the leveling bolt 406 further away from the floor track channel 214. Further, for a leveling bolt 406 with a left-handed thread, the second direction of rotation is to the right, that is, a clockwise direction to move the leveling bolt 406 further away from the floor track channel 214.

[0061] As the leveling bolt 406 is rotated in the second direction, the leveling bolt 406 moves further out of or away from the floor track channel 214. As a result, the leveling square nut 408 pushes downwards towards the first plate 318 such that the leveling track 110 moves downwards towards the floor track 108 to the first level distance.

[0062] Thus, a wall panel coupled to the leveling track 110 is leveled relative to the floor of a construction project using the floor track 108, leveling track 110, and the leveling mechanism 404, as described above. It should be noted that a wall panel is able to be associated with one leveling assembly, and/or a plurality of leveling assemblies disposed at regular intervals or at desired locations. Further, a leveling assembly is able to have one leveling mechanism, and/or a plurality of leveling mechanisms based on the size and/or length of a wall panel.

[0063] FIG. 5 illustrates a detailed view of a wall panel interface 500, in accordance with embodiments of the present disclosure. The wall panel interface 500 interfaces with the leveling track 110 to support, at least partially, a wall panel 102. For example, in some embodiments, the wall panel interface 500 receives at least a portion of the wall panel 102.

[0064] As shown in FIG. 5, the wall panel interface 500 includes a first bracket 502 and a second bracket 504 for supporting the wall panel 102. The first bracket 502 and the second bracket 504 are coupled to the wall panel 102 through coupling means, such as, but not limited to, screws. The wall panel interface 500 further includes a first interfacing clip 506 and a second interfacing clip 508 configured to couple the wall panel interface 500 to a closed end of the first U-shaped channel and the second U-shaped channel of the leveling track 110, as will be described later. The first interfacing clip 506 further includes a first protruding portion 510 configured to hold one or more other portions of the wall panel 102. The second interfacing clip 508 further includes a second protruding portion 512 configured to hold one or more other portions of the wall panel 102.

[0065] FIG. 6 is a detailed view of a prefabricated wall assembly 600, in accordance with some embodiments. As shown in FIG. 6, the prefabricated wall assembly 600 includes a wall panel 102 and a leveling assembly 104 mounted on a floor 106. In some embodiments, the wall panel 102 is a multiple piece and/or layer prefabricated assembly having an insulation layer 602, a first wall panel layer 604, and a second wall panel layer 606. The prefabricated wall assembly 600 enables leveling of the wall panel 102 using the leveling assembly 104, as described above.

[0066] As shown in FIG. 6, the wall panel interface 500 supports the wall panel 102, such that the insulation layer 602 is supported within the first bracket and the second bracket of the wall panel interface 500. Further, the first protruding portion 510 of the first interfacing clip is configured to support the first wall panel layer 604, and the second protruding portion 512 of the second interfacing clip is configured to support the second wall panel layer 606. As shown in FIG. 6, the first wall panel layer 604 is coupled to a third bracket 608 having a hook shaped member that is configured to clip onto the first protruding portion 510. Further, the second wall panel layer 606 is coupled to a fourth bracket 610 having a hook shaped member that is configured to clip onto the second protruding portion 512.

[0067] As described above, the leveling assembly 104 is configured to level the wall panel 102 relative to the floor 106. The leveling assembly 104 includes the floor track coupled to the floor 106 and the leveling track coupled to the floor track. The leveling track supports the wall panel 102 having the insulation layer 602, the first wall panel layer 604, and the second wall panel layer 606, through the wall panel interface 500. Further, as the leveling bolt is rotated in the first direction, the leveling track is lifted upwards relative to the floor track such that a leveling motion in the leveling track results in a corresponding leveling motion in one or more of the insulation layer 602, the first wall panel layer 604, and the second wall panel layer 606. Further, when the leveling bolt is rotated in the second direction, the leveling track moves downwards relative to the floor track such that a leveling motion in the leveling track results in a corresponding leveling motion in one or more of the insulation layer 602, the first wall panel layer 604, and the second wall panel layer 606.

[0068] FIG. 7 illustrates the steps of a method 700 of operating a leveling assembly to level a wall panel, in accordance with some embodiments of the present disclosure. Although specific operations are disclosed in FIG. 7, such operations are examples and are non-limiting. In different embodiments, to name only a few examples, the method 700 includes other steps, the sequence of the steps is modified, some steps are omitted, or any combination of these variations are able to be incorporated. The steps of method 700 are able to be automated or semi-automated. In various embodiments, one or more of the operations of the method 700 are able to be controlled or managed by software, by firmware, by hardware, or by any combination thereof. FIG. 7 will be explained in conjunction with the descriptions of FIGS. 1-6.

[0069] In some embodiments, the method 700 includes processes in accordance with the present disclosure which are able to be controlled or managed by a processor(s) and electrical components under the control of a computer or computing device including computer-readable media containing computer-executable instructions or code. The readable and executable instructions (or code) are able to reside, for example, in data storage such as volatile memory, non-volatile memory, and/or mass data storage, as only some examples.

[0070] At step 702, the method 700 includes coupling a leveling track to a floor track. In some embodiments, the leveling track 110 is coupled to the floor track 108 such that the first blade 206 of the floor track 108 is received within the first U-shaped channel of the leveling track 110, and the second blade 208 of the floor track 108 is received within the second U-shaped channel of the leveling track 110. In some embodiments, the first blade 206 and the second blade 208 pass through a set of gaskets placed within the first U-shaped channel and the second U-shaped channel of the leveling track 110 to maintain a grip and/or a seal with the first blade 206 and the second blade 208. In some embodiments, the gaskets are inserted into one or more corresponding slots in the first U-shaped channel and the second U-shaped channel prior to inserting the first blade 206 and the second blade 208 into the channels.

[0071] At step 704, the method 700 includes inserting a leveling square nut into a slot in a leveling track channel of the leveling track. As described above, in some embodiments, the leveling square nut 408 is able to have a shape profile that matches an internal wall profile of the slot 326, such that the leveling square nut 408 resides within the slot 326 during an operation of the leveling mechanism 404.

[0072] At step 706, the method 700 includes inserting a leveling bolt through the leveling square nut and into the floor track channel. In some embodiments, the leveling bolt 406 resides in the floor track channel 214 aligning with a first alignment profile defined by the floor track channel 214. The first alignment profile of the floor track channel 214 guides the leveling bolt 406 as it enters the floor track channel 214 and thereafter aids in aligning and securing the leveling bolt 406.

[0073] At step 708, the method 700 includes rotating the leveling bolt in a first direction. As described above, in some embodiments, rotating the leveling bolt 406 in a first direction causes the leveling square nut 408 to push towards the first horizontal protrusion and the second horizontal protrusion such that the leveling track 110 lifts upwards away from the floor track 108, thus, leveling a wall panel 102 supported by the leveling track 110.

[0074] The terms comprising, including, and having, as used in the specification herein, shall be considered as indicating an open group that is able to include other elements not specified. The terms a, an, and the singular forms of words shall be taken to include the plural form of the same words, such that the terms mean that one or more of something is provided. The term one or single may be used to indicate that one and only one of something is intended. Similarly, other specific integer values, such as two, are able to be used when a specific number of things is intended. The terms preferably, preferred, prefer, optionally, may, and similar terms are used to indicate that an item, condition, or step being referred to is an optional (not required) feature of the disclosure. The term connecting includes connecting, either directly or indirectly, and coupling, including through intermediate elements.

[0075] The disclosure has been described with reference to various specific and preferred embodiments and techniques. However, it should be understood that many variations and modifications may be made while remaining within the spirit and scope of the disclosure. It will be apparent to one of ordinary skill in the art that methods, devices, device elements, materials, procedures, and techniques other than those specifically described herein may be applied to the practice of the disclosure as broadly disclosed herein without resort to undue experimentation. All art-known functional equivalents of methods, devices, device elements, materials, procedures, and techniques described herein are intended to be encompassed by this disclosure. Whenever a range is disclosed, all subranges and individual values are intended to be encompassed. This disclosure is not to be limited by the embodiments disclosed, including any shown in the drawings or exemplified in the specification, which are given by way of example and not of limitation. Additionally, it should be understood that the various embodiments of the building blocks described herein contain optional features that may be individually or together applied to any other embodiment shown or contemplated here to be mixed and matched with the features of that building block.

[0076] While the disclosure has been described with respect to a limited number of embodiments, those skilled in the art, having benefit of this disclosure, will appreciate that other embodiments may be devised which do not depart from the spirit and scope of the disclosure as disclosed herein.