Haworth, Inc.

Richard D Elushik

Harold R Wilson

Ross S Johnson

Dave Emery

Paul M Pierce

Thomas J Osterman

Derek Crow

Randy Borgman

A modular multi-component power distribution system is provided having a plurality of modular components which are configurable into a bus-bar based system, a flexible cable base system and a hybrid configuration wherein the bus-bar and flexible cable components are interconnected together. The components allow for configuration of the power distribution system into a variety of office systems including wall panel systems, desking or freestanding furniture systems and raised flooring systems either individually or in various combinations. The system components include a bus-bar-like power distribution assembly (PDA), branching connectors, flex connectors, which are useable to join power distribution assemblies together, and receptacles which are pluggable into either the power distribution assembly, the branching connectors or the flex connectors. Additionally, the power distribution assembly includes solid-wire electrical conductors which are accessible through multiple groups of plug openings to which any of the connectors and receptacles may be plugged. Still further, the flexible branching connectors are joinable serially together to distribute power and also may plug into the PDAs. The branching connectors further include at least one group of openings on each end to allow for the connection of additional system components like a branching connector or a receptacle.

Solid wire modular electrical system for office areas

A raceway structure which is fixedly attached to and extends longitudinally along one horizontally extending edge of a panel assembly. The raceway structure includes a U-shaped channel member which resiliently but releasably snaps into engagement with longitudinally spaced supports which are fixed to and project downwardly from the bottom frame rail of the panel. The supports occupy only minimal space within the channel member. The raceway channel member is provided with increased height relative to its width to provide upper and lower interior channel regions which accommodate power and telecommunication cabling systems. The supports are releasably engaged with upper edges of the channel member and provide the primary support for securing the channel member to the panel. The supports also provide a support or backing for the side covers of the channel member at a location disposed vertically intermediate upper and lower edges thereof so that the side covers, even with their increased vertical extent, retain their desired flat vertical configuration and can withstand side impacts which are typically imposed thereon.

Raceway construction for panel

A portable and transportable workstation having a cabinet having top and bottom walls joined by opposed side walls all joined to an upright rear wall, the cabinet defining an interior compartment accessible through an open upright front side, and a door connected by a hinge along a front edge of the cabinet for horizontal swinging movement of the door between open and closed positions. The cabinet mounts therein furniture components such as a shelf, and a slidable drawer unit. The door includes a vertically enlarged front panel secured to a peripheral edge wall which defines a shallow compartment which is accessible when the door is open. A table top is stored in a vertical upright orientation and positioned within the shallow compartment and supported by the door. A height-adjustable braking roller assembly is mounted on a lower free corner of the door and has a height-adjustable roller adapted for load-bearing engagement with a floor.

Transportable workstation

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Zeeland, MI, United States of America

Richard D Elushik