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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Dec. 21, 2004
Filed:
Dec. 19, 2003
James D. Gaboury, Andover, MN (US);
James E. Gifft, Maple Grove, MN (US);
Michael A. Andreini, Stillwater, MN (US);
Alan L. Carlson, St. Paul, MN (US);
Donald J. Smith, Perrysburg, OH (US);
Brian C. Beth, Hinsdale, IL (US);
Kevin J. Ward, Anoka, MN (US);
Select Comfort Corporation, Minneapolis, MN (US);
Abstract
A bed foundation is provided which is constructed of blow-molded plastic and may be assembled without using tools. The components of the bed foundation all have lengths of less than 60 inches and may be packaged together in a container having a length less than 60 inches and a girth less than 84 inches, so as to avoid shipping penalties. The components are constructed and arranged to allow disassembly and storage when the foundation is not in use. One embodiment provides a bed foundation that, when assembled, has a top panel which overhangs the side rails to permit an oversized mattress to be placed thereon.