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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Dec. 22, 2009
Filed:
Aug. 26, 2005
Edward R. Digirolamo, Raleigh, NC (US);
Michael L. Torres, Raleigh, NC (US);
Nabil Abdel-rahman, Raleigh, NC (US);
Edward R. diGirolamo, Raleigh, NC (US);
Michael L. Torres, Raleigh, NC (US);
Nabil Abdel-Rahman, Raleigh, NC (US);
The Steel Networks, Inc., Durham, NC (US);
Abstract
An attachment is provided for connecting two building members together such as a header and an adjoining support member. The attachment includes a plate having an engaging surface for extending across and in engagement with the two building members. At least one L-shaped bracket projects from the plate. The L-shaped bracket includes first and second tabs that form an angle of approximately 90° and which are offset with respect to the plate. The first and second tabs as well as the plate are adapted to be secured to the two building members.