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Adjustable loop-type support device

CA 1288751 C · Owner: Patton, Duncan R. · Inventors: Patton, Duncan R.; Mellor, John R.

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This invention relates to an adjustable support device (1) that can be attached to a ceiling or a wall to provide a simple, multi-purpose storage system. The device is used in connection with a cord (7) having one end held within a hollow body portion (3) and having the other free end threaded through first, second and third openings (21 23, 25) that, communicate with the interior of the device to form a loop, (9) external to, and supported by the device Means for, locking (17) the cord are provided in the device so that, pulling on the external loop does not alter the length of the loop, whereas pulling on the free end (14) of the cord shortens the loop. The device is provided with a hook …

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  • Granted September 10, 1991. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended September 10, 2008.
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FiledMarch 12, 1987
GrantedSeptember 10, 1991
Term endedSeptember 10, 2008
Patent numberCA 1288751 C
Classification (IPC)F16M13/02 +2 more

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1988199119941997200020032006Application filedMarch 12, 1987Patent grantedSep 10, 1991Term endedSep 10, 2008

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