LCI Industries has been granted a patent for an innovative awning connector assembly that allows for easy installation of an awning assembly above a slide-out room. The assembly includes a mounting bracket with elongated beads and an extension bracket with corresponding grooves for lateral sliding engagement. GlobalData’s report on LCI Industries gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Awning connector assembly for slide-out room awning installation
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11999220B2) discloses an innovative awning connector assembly designed to secure an awning assembly above a slide-out room. The assembly includes a mounting bracket with a planar base and an elongated arm ending in a bead, creating a concave configuration away from the slide-out room. An extension bracket can be attached to the mounting bracket, featuring grooves to receive the beads for lateral sliding engagement. The extension bracket also includes a connecting arm to support the awning assembly, providing a secure and stable connection.
Additionally, the mounting bracket may have a locating tab for engagement with a slide-out room molding, ensuring proper positioning. The extension bracket can have multiple grooves for alternative engagements with the beads, offering flexibility in installation. Furthermore, the assembly includes a connector to secure the extension bracket to the mounting bracket, along with a bar receiving extension for the awning assembly. The components are made of extruded material, enhancing durability and strength. Overall, this patented awning connector assembly offers a practical and efficient solution for securing awnings above slide-out rooms, with features designed to improve stability and ease of installation.
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