US20080315065A1 - Bracket assembly for facilitating the installation of a concrete wall on a concrete footing and a method of forming the wall - Google Patents
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A bracket assembly is disclosed for facilitating the installation of a concrete wall on a concrete footing. The bracket assembly includes a bracket having a base member with an upper surface and a lower surface. First and second spaced apart flanges extend upwardly from the base member. The bracket assembly also includes a cavity formed in the base member having an opening aligned with the lower surface. An aperture is formed through the base member and is aligned with the cavity. A sealant is positioned in the cavity. The bracket assembly further includes a movable fastener positioned in the aperture which is capable of being driven through the sealant and into the concrete footing to secure the bracket assembly thereto.
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- This invention relates to a bracket assembly for facilitating the installation of a concrete wall on a concrete footing and a method of forming the wall. More specifically, this invention relates to a bracket assembly that can be used to position forms on a concrete footing for forming a concrete wall and the bracket assembly has a seal which will prevent moisture and/or water from seeping between the concrete wall and the concrete footing.
- In constructing a building, many foundation walls are formed by pouring concrete between interior and exterior wall forms. Typically, the first order of construction is to dig beneath the nominal surface of the ground, to a depth from which the building will be supported. In a mild climate, e.g. in a southern climate, where no basement is being included in the building, a typical digging depth is about 3 to 4 feet. In a colder climate, e.g. in a northern climate, the minimum depth is typically about 4 feet. Where a basement is being included, the digging depth is approximately 8 to 10 feet.
- Once the excavation has been completed, the next order of activity is to form a concrete footing which generally extends about the perimeter of the building. The concrete footing is intended to underlie all other load-bearing portions of the building and can transmit the load of the building to the underlying soil. The dimensions of the concrete footing is about 12 to about 24 inches for a typical single-family home. The width of the footing is typically greater than the width of the upstanding foundation wall which extends upward therefrom. The concrete footing is wider so as to be able to spread the load of the building over a wider foot-print of soil than that which directly underlies the foundation wall. Another advantage of forming a wide concrete footing is that the footings are typically laid out in a more casual fashion than the foundation walls. This means that the footings do not have to exactly conform to the dimensions, angles, widths, etc. shown on the construction drawings.
- Typically, after the concrete footing has set or cured for at least two days, one or more workers will have to spend several hours laying out and marking the precise locations where the building foundation walls are to be build on the footing. These locations are typically marked on an upper surface of the concrete footing with chalk, such as a powdered, colored chalked line, known in the trade as a “chalk line”. Powdered colored chalk is applied to a chalk line by a special tool. The line is then stretched taut directly over and adjacent to a length of the footing being marked by two construction workers. The taut line is then drawn or stretched slightly away from the footing and is allowed to snap back. The stretch in the chalk line causes the chalk line to “snap” against the footing, applying a line of colored chalk to the cured concrete footing. This process is repeated, as necessary, until the entirety of the perimeter of the concrete footing is marked or chalked, indicating exactly where the foundation walls are to be constructed.
- A foundation wall is normally constructed between an interior foundation wall form and an exterior foundation wall form. The interior and exterior foundation wall forms can consist of one or more panels attached together to provide the required length. The interior and exterior foundation wall forms can be united or secured together at regularly spaced intervals by metal ties which maintain the spacing of the interior and exterior foundation wall forms from each other when the foundation wall forms are erected in place on the concrete footing.
- The interior and exterior foundation wall forms can be erected separately and be held in place by temporary supports while the metal ties are being inserted and fixed in place. Alternatively, the metal ties can be attached before the interior and exterior foundation wall forms are placed on the concrete footing, whereby the interior and exterior wall forms are placed on the concrete footing as a single pre-assembled unit. Finally, it is known to attach ties between the interior and exterior foundation wall forms at the tops of the foundation wall forms.
- One problem with such conventional foundation wall construction is that the only thing holding a foundation wall forms on the concrete footing is gravity. Accordingly, any substantial lateral force applied at the base of the interior and/or exterior foundation wall forms can move the wall forms laterally relative the concrete footing. On a typical 10 to 40 foot length of wall form, the force of a worker accidentally kicking the wall form adjacent to the concrete footing can move the wall form by one or more inches, sometimes up to 3 to 4 inches. If concrete is then poured between the interior and exterior wall forms with the wall forms being misaligned, the resulting concrete foundation wall will not straight. In addition, misalignments at the base of the foundation wall can typically be magnified, and in opposing direction, at the top of the foundation wall. The overall result is that the upright wall of the building is formed crooked, typically crooked longitudinally and off-specification with respect to its, typically vertical, upright angle. Such a crooked foundation wall can result in all variety of compromises having to be made in that portion of the building which is supported by the misaligned foundation wall.
- A second problem encountered when the chalking system is used to mark the locations for the interior and exterior foundation wall forms is that rain or inclement weather can readily erase the chalk lines. The chalk lines are usually made the day before the interior and exterior foundation wall forms are set into place. If a rain shower occurs in the meantime, it will be necessary for the construction people to again rechalk the positioning lines, thus doubling the work.
- Now a bracket assembly and method of using such bracket assemblies has been invented to solve the above-identified problems.
- Briefly, this invention relates to a bracket assembly for facilitating the installation of a concrete wall on a concrete footing. The bracket assembly includes a bracket having a base member with an upper surface and a lower surface. First and second spaced apart flanges extend upwardly from the base member. The bracket assembly also includes a cavity formed in the base member having an opening aligned with the lower surface. An aperture is formed through the base member and is aligned with the cavity. A sealant is positioned in the cavity. The bracket assembly further includes a movable fastener positioned in the aperture which is capable of being driven through the sealant and into the concrete footing to secure the bracket assembly thereto.
- In another embodiment, the bracket assembly includes a bracket having a base member with an upper surface and a lower surface. First and second spaced apart flanges, each integral with the base member, extend upwardly from the base member. The bracket assembly also includes a pair of channels formed in the base member. Each of the pair of channels has an opening aligned with the lower surface of the base member. A pair of apertures is formed through the base member and each of the pair of apertures is aligned with one of the pair of channels. A sealant is positioned in each of the pair of channels and extends across the width of the lower surface of the bracket. The bracket assembly further includes a pair of movable fasteners each positioned in one of the pair of apertures. The pair of fasteners is capable of being driven into the concrete footing to secure the bracket assembly thereto. As the bracket assembly is secure to the concrete footing, the sealant forms a watertight seal under the bracket and adjacent to the concrete footing.
- This invention also relates to a method of facilitating the installation of a concrete wall on a concrete footing. The method includes the steps of marking a pair of spaced apart lines on an upper surface of a concrete footing. Two or more bracket assemblies are then positioned between the pair of spaced apart lines at predetermined distances. Each of the bracket assemblies includes a bracket having a base member with an upper surface and a lower surface. First and second spaced apart flanges, each integral with the base member, extend upwardly from the base member. A pair of channels is formed in the base member. Each of the pair of channels has an opening aligned with the lower surface of the base member. A pair of apertures is formed through the base member and each of the pair of apertures is aligned with one of the pair of channels. A sealant is position in each of the pair of channels and extends across the width of the lower surface of the bracket. A pair of movable fasteners is present with each being positioned in one of the pair of apertures. The pair of fasteners is driven into the concrete footing to secure each of the bracket assemblies thereto. As the bracket assembly is secure to the concrete footing, the sealant forms a watertight seal under the bracket and adjacent to the concrete footing. An interior and an exterior foundation wall form are positioned on either side of the bracket assemblies and concrete is then poured therebetween to create a concrete foundation wall.
- The general object of this invention is to provide a bracket assembly for facilitating installation of a concrete wall on a concrete footing. A more specific object of this invention is to provide a method of facilitating installation of a concrete wall on a concrete footing.
- Another object of this invention is to provide inexpensive bracket assemblies that can be easily and quickly secured to an upper surface of a concrete footing so as to align interior and exterior foundation wall forms into which concrete can be poured to form a concrete foundation wall on top of a concrete footing.
- A further object of this invention is to provide bracket assemblies that are permanently secured between a concrete footing and an upstanding concrete foundation wall and which form a watertight seal between a lower surface of the bracket and the upper surface of the concrete footing.
- Still another object of this invention is to provide bracket assemblies that are inexpensive to manufacture and are easy to use to ensure that a concrete foundation wall which is to be poured onto a concrete footing is correctly positioned.
- Still further, an object of this invention is to provide a unitary bracket assembly that will reduce the time it takes to correctly position interior and exterior wall forms on a concrete footing.
- Other objects and advantageous of the present invention will become more apparent to those skilled in the art in view of the following description and the accompanying drawings.
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FIG. 1 is a top view of a bracket assembly. -
FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view of the bracket assembly shown inFIG. 1 taken along line 2-2. -
FIG. 3 is a bottom view of the bracket assembly shown inFIG. 1 depicting the sealant positioned across the width of the bracket. -
FIG. 4 is a top view of an alternative embodiment of a bracket assembly. -
FIG. 5 is a side view of the bracket assembly shown inFIG. 4 taken along line 5-5. -
FIG. 6 is a bottom view of the bracket assembly shown inFIG. 4 depicting the sealant positioned in a pair of channels and extending across the width of the bracket. -
FIG. 7 is a plan view of interior and exterior foundation wall forms positioned on a concrete footing and spaced a set distance apart by a plurality of bracket assemblies. -
FIG. 8 is a top view of a concrete foundation wall set between an interior foundation wall form and an exterior foundation wall form which are separated by a bracket assembly and the foundation wall is formed on the upper surface of a concrete footing. -
FIG. 9 is an elevation cross-sectional view of the various elements shown inFIG. 8 taken along line 9-9. -
FIG. 10 is a flow diagram of a method of facilitating the installation of a concrete wall on a concrete footing. - Referring to
FIGS. 1-3 , abracket assembly 10 is shown for facilitating installation of a concrete wall on a concrete footing. Thebracket assembly 10 includes abracket 12 having abase member 14 with anupper surface 16 and alower surface 18. Each of the upper and lower surfaces, 14 and 16 respectively, can be planar and/or smooth in appearance or either can have an irregular appearance. Thebracket 12 can be formed from almost any material, including but not limited to: aluminum, tin, zinc, plastic, a thermoplastic such as polyethylene or polypropylene, a composite material formed from two or more different materials, an alloy, a metal alloy, or from any other material known to those skilled in the art. Desirably, thebracket 12 is formed from a non-ferrous material or a non-metallic material so that it will not rust. By “nonferrous” it is meant a material that is not composed of or contains iron. By “nonmetallic” it is meant a material that is not metallic or being a nonmetal. More desirably, thebracket 12 will be constructed from a thermoplastic material since it is inexpensive compared to an alloy or composite material. A thermoplastic material can be formed by any known process, including but not limited to: injection molding, extrusion, etc. Even more desirably, thebracket 12 is constructed of a waterproof and rust-proof plastic. - Referring to
FIGS. 1 and 2 , thebracket 12 has a length l, a width w and a thickness t. The length l, width w and the thickness t of thebracket 12 can vary depending upon the material from which it is constructed and the process used to form thebracket 12. The length l can be any desired length but normally will correspond to the standard width at which concrete foundation walls are poured so as to meet city, town, county, state and/or federal building codes. For a residential house, the concrete foundation walls are normally 6 or 8 inches in thickness. For commercial buildings, the concrete foundation walls are typically 8, 10 or 12 inches in thickness. However, depending upon the load of the building, the concrete mix and the presence of any reinforcement members or chemicals used in the concrete, the width of the concrete foundation wall can vary from 4 inches up to about 2 feet. Some government installations can actually use concrete foundation walls that are greater than 2 feet in width. - It should also be recognized that new materials, such as sheets of insulation formed from Styrofoam and other materials, are being used in place of the conventional aluminum, steel, metal or wood concrete foundation wall forms. When such insulation sheets are used, they normally stay in place after the concrete cures and therefore the finished width of the concrete foundation wall located between these sheets can result in some odd dimensions. Because of this, the length l of the
bracket assembly 10 may have to be constructed at 8.25 inches, 8.5 inches or 8.75 inches versus the standard 8 inches. - The width w of the
bracket 12 can range from between about 0.25 inches to about 12 inches. Desirably, the width w of thebracket 12 can range from between about 0.5 inches to about 6 inches. More desirably, the width w of thebracket 12 can range from between about 0.75 inches to about 3 inches. Even more desirably, the width w of thebracket 12 can range from between about 1 inch to about 2 inches. A width w for thebracket 12 of about 1 inch is sufficient for most residential construction of concrete foundation walls. - Referring to
FIG. 2 , the thickness t of thebracket 12 can be very dependent upon the process used to form thebracket 12 especially when thebracket 12 is formed from a thermoplastic material, such as polyethylene. The thickness t of thebracket 12 can range from about 0.05 inches to about 0.5 inches. Desirably, the thickness t will range from about 0.08 inches to about 0.4 inches. More desirably, the thickness t of thebracket 12 will range from about 0.1 inches to about 0.3 inches. Even more desirably, the thickness t of thebracket 12 will range from about 0.12 inches to about 0.2 inches. A thickness t for thebracket 12 of about 0.125 inches is sufficient for most residential construction of concrete foundation walls. - Still referring to
FIGS. 1 and 2 , thebracket 12 also includes afirst end 20 and an oppositesecond end 22. Thebracket 12 further has afirst flange 24 and asecond flange 26. The first and second flanges, 24 and 26 respectively, are spaced apart from one another with thefirst flange 24 being located adjacent to or abutting thefirst end 20 and thesecond flange 26 being located adjacent to or abutting thesecond end 22. The first and second flanges, 24 and 26 respectively, are aligned approximately at a right angle or 90 degrees to thebase member 12. Desirably, the first and second flanges, 24 and 26 respectively, are aligned at a right angle to thebase member 12. In other words, the first and second flanges, 24 and 26 respectively, are aligned perpendicular to thebase member 12. Desirably, the first and second flanges, 24 and 26 respectively, are integrally formed with thebase member 14 and extend upwardly therefrom. By “integral” it is meant a unitary or complete unit, essential or necessary for completeness. By forming thebracket 12 as an integral unit, one can decrease the cost of manufacturing thebracket 12 since the first and second flanges, 24 and 26 respectively, do not have to be adhered, glued, joined, screwed, bolted or somehow mechanically or chemically joined to thebase member 14. - Referring to
FIG. 2 , one can clearly see that thebracket assembly 10 has a C-shaped or U-shaped configuration. However, thebracket assembly 10 can have any desired configuration. Desirably, the first and second flanges, 24 and 26 respectively, will square off the first and second ends, 20 and 22 of thebase member 14 and give thebracket 12 the appearance of half of a rectangle. InFIG. 2 , one will also see that each of the first and second flanges, 24 and 26 respectively, has a height h. The height h is measured from theupper surface 16 of thebase member 14 to a free or terminal end, 28 and 30 respectively, of the first and second flanges, 24 and 26 respectively. The height h of the first and second flanges, 24 and 26 respectively, can vary to suit one's particular needs and requirements. However, it has been found that the height h of the first and second flanges, 24 and 26 respectively, should range from between about 0.5 inches to about 3 inches. Desirably, the height h of the first and second flanges, 24 and 26 respectively, should be at least about 0.6 inches, and more desirably at least about 0.75 inches. A height h for the first and second flanges, 24 and 26 respectively, of between about 0.75 inches to about 2 inches works well for most residential construction of concrete foundation walls. - Another way of calculating a sufficient height h for the first and second flanges, 24 and 26 respectively, is to adjust the height h of the first and second flanges, 24 and 26 respectively, relative to the length l of the
bracket 12. Typically, the height h of each of the first and second flanges, 24 and 26 respectively, should range from between at least about 5% to at least about 50% of the length l of thebracket 12. Desirably, the height h of each of the first and second flanges, 24 and 26 respectively, should be at least about 7%, more desirably, at least about 8%, and even more desirably, at least about 10% of the length l of thebracket 12. By using a height h dimension for the first and second flanges, 24 and 26 respectively, within the above ranges, one can be assured that thebracket assembly 10 will work well for its intended purpose. - Referring now to
FIGS. 2 and 3 , thebracket assembly 10 also has at least onecavity 32 formed in thebase member 14. Thecavity 32 has anopening 34 aligned with thelower surface 18. Thecavity 32 can be almost any desired geometrical shape or configuration. InFIG. 3 , thecavity 32 is shown as having a round or circular opening similar to what can be produced by a counter bore or a counter sink. By “counter bore or counter sink” it is meant a hole with the exposed part enlarged adjacent to thelower surface 18. Theopening 34 can be sized to be smaller than, equal to or be larger than the dimensions of thecavity 32. Depending upon the configuration of thecavity 32, in most cases theopening 34 should be larger than the dimensions of thecavity 32. - In
FIG. 3 , thecavity 32 is shown having a width w1. The width w1 should extend across at least about 75% of the width w of thebracket 12. Desirably, the width w1 should extend across at least about 85% of the width w of thebracket 12. More desirably, the width w1 should extend across at least about 95% of the width w of thebracket 12. Even more desirably, the width w1 should extend completely across the width w of thebracket 12. The reason for this size dimension will be explained shortly. - Still referring to
FIGS. 2 and 3 , thebracket assembly 10 further includes anaperture 36 formed through thebase member 14 and which is aligned with thecavity 32. Theaperture 36 is shown extending from theupper surface 16 of thebracket 12 down into thecavity 32. Desirably, theaperture 36 is coaxially aligned with thecircular opening 34. The length of theaperture 36 will partly depend upon the thickness of thebase member 14. - A
sealant 38 is positioned in thecavity 32. Desirably, some of thesealant 38 will extend downward a slight amount below thelower surface 18 of thebracket 12. More desirably, some of thesealant 38 will extend across the width w of thebracket 12. It is important to have thesealant 38 extend across the width w of thebracket 12 so as to form a moisture and/or watertight seal under thebracket 12. Thesealant 38 can initially extend below thelower surface 18 of thebracket 12 by from between about 0.01 to about 0.25 inches. Since the upper surface of a cured concrete footing can be rather rough or coarse, theextra sealant 38 present below thelower surface 18 of thebracket 12 will assure that a good seal is formed when thebracket assembly 10 is secured to the concrete footing. - The
sealant 38 can be any material that can be used to form a moisture and/or water barrier on thelower surface 18 of thebracket 12 to prevent moisture and/or water from passing from the outside of the foundation wall to the inside of the foundation wall. Thesealant 38 should be capable of forming a moisture proof, watertight, waterproof or water repellant seal between thelower surface 18 of thebase member 14 and an upper surface of a concrete footing. Various materials known to those skilled in the art can be used for thesealant 38. A number of polymers are readily available that can perform this intended function. One material that works well as thesealant 38 is silicone. Silicone is any of a group of semi-inorganic polymers of siloxane, characterized by high lubricity and therefore stability, extremely water repellence, and physiological inert. Silicone is a water repellant, pliable material that remains receptive to change in physical dimensions during its useful life. Silicone is commercially available from a number of vendors. Thesealant 38 can also be a foam, an insulating foam, an expandable foam, a polyurethane or any other material known to those skilled in the art which has moisture and/or water resistance and/or water repellant properties. - The
sealant 38 should be pliable so that it can be inserted into thecavity 32 and can extrude outward from the perimeter of the cavity 32 a predetermined amount so as to form a moisture and/or watertight seal across the width w of thelower surface 18 of thebracket 12. By “pliable” it is meant that thesealant 38 can be easily shaped and is receptive to change and adaptable. As pressure is exerted on theupper surface 16 of thebracket 12, thesealant 38 will form a tight seal against the upper surface of the concrete footing. - It should be noted that the
sealant 38 does not have to set or acquire a final configuration but instead can be fluid such that it can change shape over its useful life. Silicone has this unique characteristic. - Referring again to
FIGS. 1 and 2 , thebracket assembly 10 further includes amovable fastener 40 sized and configured to be positioned in and at least partially pass through theaperture 36. Thefastener 40 can be almost any kind of mechanical device known to those skilled in the art. For example, thefastener 40 can be a nail, a nail having a plurality of slits, grooves, or threads to facilitate its ability to enter into cured concrete, a screw, a bolt, a rivet, a stud, etc. Thefastener 40, as shown inFIG. 2 , has anenlarged head 42 at its upper end and asharp point 44 at its opposite end. Thefastener 40 can be movably retained in theaperture 36 by an interference fit and can also be retained by thesealant 38. Desirably, the diameter or cross-section of theaperture 36 will be slightly less than the diameter or cross-section of thefastener 40, so that an interference fit is present. However, thefastener 40 should still be capable of being hammered or driven down through theaperture 36 and thesealant 38 into the concrete footing. The interference fit will also assist in retaining thefastener 40 to thebracket assembly 10. Theenlarged head 42 on thefastener 40 allow a construction worker to strike thefastener 40 with a hammer and drive or move it down through theaperture 36, through thesealant 38 and into a concrete footing. However,fasteners 40 withoutenlarged heads 42 can also be utilized. As thefastener 40 passes through thesealant 38, it will displace some of thesealant 38 and force it to extend downward and/or outward across the entire width w of thebracket 12. This action, along with theexcess sealant 38 that is present below thelower surface 18 of thebracket 12, will create a moisture proof, watertight, waterproof or water repellant seal between thelower surface 18 of thebracket 12 and the upper surface of the concrete footing. By “moisture proof” it is meant that thebracket assembly 10 is secured to the concrete footing such that moisture cannot enter or escape under thelower surface 18 of thebracket 12. By “watertight” it is meant that thebracket assembly 10 is secured to the concrete footing such that water cannot enter or escape under thelower surface 18 of thebracket 12. By “waterproof” it is meant that thebracket assembly 10 is secured to the concrete footing such that water cannot penetrate under thelower surface 18 of thebracket 12. - The
sealant 38 is made of or treated with rubber, plastic, a polymer or a sealing agent to resist water penetration. By “water repellant” it is meant that thebracket assembly 10 is secured to the concrete footing such that it is resistant to water but not entirely waterproof. Thefastener 40 will also permanently secure thebracket assembly 10 to the concrete footing. Thebracket assembly 10 is not designed to be removed once it is attached to the concrete footing unless it is incorrectly positioned. - Still referring to
FIGS. 1 and 2 , thebracket assembly 10 is also depicted as having ashock absorber 46. Theshock absorber 46 can be formed from various materials. Theshock absorber 46 can be constructed of almost any flexible, malleable, ductile, plastic, pliable, pliant, supple and/or adaptable material which has the ability to readily undergo change or modification without breaking. One material that works well as theshock absorber 46 is rubber. Rubber is an amorphous, elastic, solid polymer of isoprene. Rubber is generally prepared by coagulation and drying of the milky sap or latex of various tropical plants, especially the rubber tree, and subsequently vulcanized, pigmented, and otherwise modified. However, other numerous synthetic elastic materials, synthetic rubber, polymers, etc. of varying chemical composition, with properties similar to those of natural rubber, can also be used. Theshock absorber 46 is shown having anaperture 48, seeFIG. 2 , sized to permit a portion of thefastener 40 to pass there through. A slight interference fit between theshock absorber 46 and thefastener 40 is beneficial in keeping theshock absorber 46 attached to thefastener 40. Theshock absorber 46 can also be constructed such that it only partially surrounds a portion of thefastener 40. InFIG. 2 , theshock absorber 46 is depicted as a disc or thick washer situated above theupper surface 16 of thebase member 14. Theshock absorber 46 can also be formed in a variety of other geometrical shapes. - Optionally, an adhesive 50 can be positioned between a lower surface of the
shock absorber 46 and theupper surface 16 of thebase member 14 to hold theshock absorber 46 secure to thebracket 12. When the adhesive 50 is present and an interference fit is present between thefastener 40 and theaperture 48, one can feel secure in the fact that thefastener 40 will be joined to thebracket 12. This will ensure that thefastener 40 is not separated from thebracket assembly 10. One of the clear benefits of thebracket assembly 10 is that it is a unitary device that does not require additional elements or items to be attached or to be joined to it. At the construction site, the construction worker simply has to place or position thebracket assembly 10 onto the upper surface of the cured concrete footing and secure it in its proper alignment by hammering thefastener 40 into the concrete footing. Each of thebracket assemblies 10 will remain in place and it is not necessary to remove any of thebracket assemblies 10 after the concrete foundation wall is poured and cured. - The
shock absorber 46 functions to permit thefastener 40, i.e. a nail, screw, etc. to be driven through both theaperture 36 and thesealant 38 and into the concrete footing by a hammer, nail gun, etc. to secure thebracket assembly 10 thereto. As thefastener 40 is driven down into the concrete footing, theenlarged head 42 on thefastener 40 will contact theshock absorber 46. Theshock absorber 46 can flex and contract while providing resistant which prevents thefastener 40 from being driven further downward by an appreciable amount. In short, theshock absorber 46 will prevent thebracket 12 from breaking or cracking as thefastener 40 is inserted into the concrete footing. As thefastener 40 passes through thesealant 38, it will displace some of thesealant 38 and cause it to move downward and/or outward. This helps assure that a good water tight seal is created between thelower surface 18 of thebracket 12 and the upper surface of the cured concrete footing. - Referring now to
FIGS. 4-6 , another embodiment of abracket assembly 10′ is shown for facilitating the installation of a concrete wall on a concrete footing. Thebracket assembly 10′ includes abracket 12′ having abase member 14′ with anupper surface 16′ and alower surface 18′. Theupper surface 16′ is not planar but instead is irregular while thelower surface 18′ is planar. Thebracket 12′ has a length l′, a width w′ and a thickness t′. The length l′, the width w′ and the thickness t′ of thebracket 12′ can vary depending upon the material from which it is constructed and the process used to form thebracket 12′. Thebracket 12′ also includes afirst end 20′ and an oppositesecond end 22′. Thebracket 12′ further has afirst flange 24′ and asecond flange 26′. The first and second flanges, 24′ and 26′ respectively, are spaced apart from one another with thefirst flange 24′ being located adjacent to or abutting thefirst end 20′ and thesecond flange 26′ being located adjacent to or abutting thesecond end 22′. The first and second flanges, 24′ and 26′ respectively, are aligned approximately at a right angle or 90 degrees to thebase member 12′. In other words, the first and second flanges, 24′ and 26′ respectively, are aligned approximately perpendicular to thebase member 12′. Desirably, the first and second flanges, 24′ and 26′ respectively, are integrally formed with thebase member 14′ and extend upwardly therefrom. By forming thebracket 12′ as an integral unit, one can decrease the cost of manufacturing thebracket 12′ since the first and second flanges, 24′ and 26′ respectively, do not have to be adhered, glued, joined, screwed, bolted or somehow mechanically or chemically joined to thebase member 14′. - Referring to
FIG. 5 , one can clearly see that thebracket assembly 10′ has a C-shaped or U-shaped configuration. However, other configurations can also be utilized. Desirably, the first and second flanges, 24′ and 26′ respectively, will square off the first and second ends, 20′ and 22′ of thebase member 14′ and give thebracket 12′ the appearance of half of a rectangle. InFIG. 5 , one will also see that each of the first and second flanges, 24′ and 26′ respectively, has a height h′. The height h′ is measured from theupper surface 16′ of thebase member 14′, adjacent eachflange 24′ or 26′, to a free or terminal end, 28′ and 30′ respectively, of the first and second flanges, 24′ and 26′ respectively. The height h′ of the first and second flanges, 24′ and 26′ respectively, can vary to suit one's particular needs and requirements. However, it has been found that the height h′ of the first and second flanges, 24′ and 26′ respectively, should be at least about 0.5 inches, desirably, at least about 0.6 inches, and more desirably at least about 0.75 inches. A height h′ for the first and second flanges, 24′ and 26′ respectively, of between about 0.75 inches to about 2 inches works well for most residential construction of concrete foundation walls. - Referring now to
FIGS. 5 and 6 , thebracket assembly 10′ differs from the embodiment shown inFIGS. 1-3 , in that it has a pair ofcavities 32′, 32′ formed in thebase member 14′. The pair ofcavities 32′, 32′ is spaced apart from one another. Each of the pair ofcavities 32′, 32′ is formed or configured as achannel 50 having a central axis z—z, seeFIG. 6 . Each of thechannels FIG. 5 , each of thechannels channels channels first end 54 and asecond end 56. Each of thechannels bracket 12′ such that thefirst end 54 is located on one side of thebracket 12′ and thesecond end 56 is located on the opposite side of thebracket 12′. The central axis z-z of each of thechannels channels - Each of the pair of
cavities 32′, 32′ orchannels channels adjacent flange 24′ or 26′. This clearance is needed to provide sufficient room for a construction worker to drive afastener 40′ down through therespective channels bracket assembly 10′ is being secured to an upper surface of a concrete footing. It is also desirable to have at least 3 inches of clearance, measure along the length l′ of thebracket 12′, between each of thechannels cavities 32′, 32′ has anopening 34′ aligned with thelower surface 18′ of thebracket 12′. InFIG. 5 , each of theopenings 34′ is narrower than the remainder of thecavity 32′. This is another difference from the embodiment shown inFIGS. 1-3 . Desirably, each of theopening 34′ have a minimum dimension, measured parallel to the length l′ of thebracket 12′, of at least 0.1 inches, and more desirably, of at least 0.2 inches. This size dimension will help ensure that thesealant 38, positioned in thechannels lower surface 18′ of thebracket 12′ and an upper surface of the concrete footing. - Still referring to
FIGS. 5 and 6 , thebracket assembly 10′ further includes a pair ofapertures 36′, 36′ each aligned with one of thecavities 32′, 32′ or one of thechannels apertures 36′, 36′ extends from theupper surface 16′ of thebracket 12′ down into thecavities 32′, 32′. Desirably, each of theapertures 36′, 36′ is equally spaced across the width w′ of thebracket 12′ between the first and second ends, 54 and 56 respectively, of each of thechannels apertures 36′, 36′ will partly depend upon the thickness of thebase member 14′. - A
sealant 38′, as described above, is position in each of the pair ofcavities 32′, 32′ or pair ofchannels sealant 38′ will extend downward a slight amount below thelower surface 18′ of thebracket 12′. Since each of thechannels bracket 12′, thesealant 38′ will also extend completely across the width w′ of thebracket 12′. Thesealant 38′ can initially extend below thelower surface 18′ of thebracket 12′ by from between about 0.01 to about 0.25 inches. Since the upper surface of a cured concrete footing can be rather rough or coarse, theextra sealant 38′ present below thelower surface 18′ of thebracket 12′ will assure that a good seal is formed when thebracket assembly 10′ is secured to the concrete footing. - Referring again to
FIGS. 4 and 5 , thebracket assembly 10′ further includes a pair ofmovable fasteners 40′ each sized and configured to be positioned in and at least partially pass through one of theapertures 36′. Each of the pair offasteners 40′ can be constructed as described above with reference to the embodiment shown inFIGS. 1-3 . Each of the pair offasteners 40′, as shown inFIG. 5 , has anenlarged head 42′ at its upper end and asharp point 44′ at its opposite end. Each of the pair offasteners 40′ can be movably retained in one of theapertures 36′ by an interference fit and can also be retained by thesealant 38′. Desirably, the diameter or cross-section of theaperture 36 will be slightly less than the diameter or cross-section of thefastener 40 so that an interference fit is present. However, thefastener 40 should still be capable of being driven or hammered down through theaperture 36. Theenlarged head 42′ allows a construction worker to strike each of the pair offasteners 40′ with a hammer and drive or move it down through therespective aperture 36′, through thesealant 38′ and into a concrete footing. As each of thefasteners 40′ passes through thesealant 38′, it will displace some of thesealant 38′. This action, along with theexcess sealant 38′ that is present, will create a moisture proof, watertight, waterproof or water repellant seal between thelower surface 18′ of thebracket 12′ and the upper surface of the concrete footing. The pair offasteners 40′ will also permanently secure thebracket assembly 10′ to the concrete footing. Thebracket assembly 10′ is not designed to be removed once it is attached to the concrete footing unless it is incorrectly positioned. - Still referring to
FIGS. 4 and 5 , thebracket assembly 10′ is also depicted as having a pair ofshock absorbers 46′. Each of the pair ofshock absorbers 46′ can be formed as described above. Each of the pair ofshock absorbers 46′ is shown having anaperture 48′, seeFIG. 5 , sized to permit a portion of one of thefasteners 40′ to pass there through. A slight interference fit between each of theshock absorbers 46′ and therespective fastener 40′ is beneficial in keeping each of theshock absorbers 46′ attached to itsrespective fastener 40′. Each of theshock absorbers 46′ can also be constructed such that it only partially surrounds a portion of one of thefasteners 40′. InFIG. 5 , each of theshock absorbers 46′ is depicted as a disc or thick washer situated above theupper surface 16′ of thebase member 14′. As explained above, each of theshock absorbers 46′ can also be formed in a variety of other geometrical shapes, if desired. - Optionally, an adhesive 50′ can be positioned between a lower surface of each of the
shock absorbers 46′ and theupper surface 16′ of thebase member 14′ to hold each of theshock absorbers 46′ secure to thebracket 12′. When the adhesive 50′ is present and an interference fit is present between each of thefasteners 40′ and itsrespective aperture 48′, one can feel secure in the fact that each of thefasteners 40′ will be joined to thebracket 12′. This will ensure that each of thefasteners 40′ is not separated from thebracket assembly 10′. One of the clear benefits of thebracket assembly 10′ is that it is a unitary device that does not require additional elements or items to be attached or to be joined to it. At the construction site, the construction worker simply has to place or position thebracket assembly 10′ onto the upper surface of the cured concrete footing and secure it in its proper alignment by hammering each of thefasteners 40′ into the concrete footing. Each of thebracket assemblies 10′ will remain in place and it is not necessary to remove any of thebracket assemblies 10′ after the concrete foundation wall is poured and allowed to cure. - The pair of
shock absorbers 46′ functions to permit the pair offasteners 40′, i.e. nails, screws, etc. to be driven through both therespective aperture 36′ and therespective sealant 38′ and into the concrete footing by a hammer, nail gun, etc. to secure thebracket assembly 10′ thereto. As each of thefasteners 40′ is driven down into the concrete footing, theenlarged head 42′ on each of thefasteners 40′ will contact therespective shock absorber 46′. Each of theshock absorbers 46′ can flex and contract while providing resistant which prevents therespective fastener 40′ from being driven further downward by an appreciable amount. In short, each of theshock absorbers 46′ will prevent thebracket 12′ from breaking or cracking as therespective fastener 40′ is inserted into the concrete footing. As each of thefasteners 40′ passes through therespective sealant 38′, it will displace some of thesealant 38′ and cause it to move downward and outward. This helps assure that a good moisture tight and/or water tight seal is created between thelower surface 18′ of thebracket 12′ and the upper surface of the cured concrete footing. - Referring now to
FIG. 7 , a plan view of a rectangular shapedconcrete footing 58 is shown having anupper surface 60. Theconcrete footing 58 is at least partially cured or hardened so that it can support weight, such as a foundation wall. Secured to theupper surface 60 of theconcrete footing 58 is a plurality of thebracket assemblies bracket assemblies concrete footing 58. Normally, abracket assembly adjacent bracket assembly concrete footing 58 or at a bend, at a curved portion, at a shoulder, etc, thebracket assemblies adjacent bracket assemblies - Still referring to
FIG. 7 , an interiorfoundation wall form 62 and an exteriorfoundation wall form 64 are shown being positioned on theupper surface 60 of theconcrete footing 58 adjacent to the upstanding first andsecond flanges bracket flanges bracket assemblies bracket assemblies FIG. 7 . - The interior
foundation wall form 62 has a smoothinner surface 66 and the exteriorfoundation wall form 64 has a smoothinner surface 68. The two smooth inner surfaces, 66 and 68, face one another when the interior and exterior foundation wall forms, 62 and 64 respectively, are correctly positioned on theupper surface 60 of theconcrete footing 58. The interior and exterior foundation wall forms, 62 and 64 respectively, are commonly constructed of aluminum, steel, metal, wood or a combination of two or more different materials. The interior and exterior foundation wall forms, 62 and 64 respectively, can be obtained in a variety of sizes, such as: 1 foot by 8 feet, 2 feet by 8 feet, 4 feet by 8 feet, etc. or in smaller sizes such as 1 foot by 2 feet, 2 feet by 4 feet, 4 feet by 4 feet, etc. The interior and exterior foundation wall forms, 62 and 64 respectively, can also be obtained in various shapes to extend around corners, to form an arc, a semi-circle, a rounded or circular shape, or to form some other geometrical profile. For example, the interior and exterior foundation wall forms, 62 and 64 respectively, can be L-shaped, C-shaped, U-shaped, etc. - Turning now to
FIGS. 8 and 9 , one can clearly see that the interior and exterior foundation wall forms, 62 and 64 respectively, are not secured, joined or attached to the first andsecond flanges 24′ and 26′ but instead abutsuch flanges 24′ and 26′. When properly assembled, thebracket assemblies inner surfaces bracket assemblies concrete footing 58 by thefasteners 40′ and are designed to stay in place after the foundation wall is poured. Thebracket assemblies concrete footing 58. Concrete is then poured between the smoothinner surfaces concrete foundation wall 70. The curing time is dependent on: the composition of the concrete mix, the length, width and depth of the concrete, the outside temperature, the relative humidity, the climate, and any chemicals added to the concrete mix, as well as other factors known to those skilled in the art. - Once the
concrete foundation wall 70 has at least temporarily cured, the interior and exterior foundation wall forms, 64 and 66 respectively, are removed. The interior and exterior foundation wall forms, 64 and 66 respectively can be reused multiple times on various buildings. With thebracket assemblies upper surface 60 of theconcrete footing 58 and a lower surface of thefoundation wall 70, a seal will be formed by thesealant sealant foundation wall 70 to the inside of thefoundation wall 70. - Referring now to
FIG. 10 , a flow chat is depicted of a method for facilitating the installation of a concrete wall on a concrete footing. The method includes the steps of marking a pair of spaced apart, parallel lines on theupper surface 60 of aconcrete footing 58. The set of parallel lines can be formed by using a string encased in a powered, colored chalk. The string is stretched to a taut position directly above and in close proximity to theupper surface 60 of theconcrete footing 58. The string is then pulled upward and released so that it will snap against theupper surface 60. This action causes the powered, colored chalk to exit the string and form a line on theconcrete footing 58. One or two chalked positioning lines can be formed on theupper surface 60 of theconcrete footing 58. When one positioning line is used, it should be the exterior positioning line. After the one positioning line is marked, one ormore bracket assemblies upper surface 60 of theconcrete footing 58. After the two parallel positioning lines are marked, one ormore bracket assemblies upper surface 60 of the curedconcrete footing 58 by driving the fastener(s) 40 or 40′ into theconcrete footing 58, such as by the use of a hammer. Desirably,multiple bracket assemblies bracket assemblies bracket assembly bracket assemblies bracket base member upper surface lower surface bracket base member base member cavities base member cavities lower surface bracket more apertures base member aperture cavities sealant cavity lower surface bracket sealant bracket movable fastener aperture bracket assemblies upper surface 60 of theconcrete footing 58 by driving the fastener(s) 40 or 40′ through thesealant concrete footing 58. An interiorfoundation wall form 62 is then positioned adjacent to and outside of thefirst flange foundation wall form 64 is simultaneously or sequentially positioned adjacent to and outside of thesecond flange upstanding foundation wall 70. - Once the concrete has cured or set, the interior and exterior foundation wall forms, 62 and 64 respectively, are removed. The
bracket assemblies upper surface 60 of theconcrete footing 58 and a lower surface of thefoundation wall 70. Thesealant lower surface brackets bracket concrete foundation wall 70 and theupper surface 60 of theconcrete footing 58. It is important to prevent moisture and/or water from seeping from the outside of thefoundation wall 70 to the inside of thefoundation wall 70. - While the invention has been described in conjunction with several specific embodiments, it is to be understood that many alternatives, modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art in light of the aforegoing description. Accordingly, this invention is intended to embrace all such alternatives, modifications and variations which fall within the spirit and scope of the appended claims.
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1. A bracket assembly for facilitating installation of a concrete wall on a concrete footing, comprising:
a) a bracket having a base member with an upper surface and a lower surface, and first and second spaced apart flanges integrally formed with said base member and extending upwardly therefrom;
b) at least one cavity formed in said base member, said cavity having an opening aligned with said lower surface;
c) an aperture formed through said base member and aligned with said cavity;
d) a sealant position in said cavity; and
e) a movable fastener positioned in said aperture, said fastener capable of being driven through said sealant and into said concrete footing to secure said bracket assembly thereto.
2. The bracket assembly of claim 1 wherein said bracket has a width and said cavity extends across at least about 75% of said width.
3. The bracket assembly of claim 2 wherein said cavity extends completely across said width.
4. The bracket assembly of claim 3 wherein said cavity is a channel aligned parallel to said first and second flanges.
5. The bracket assembly of claim 3 wherein said fastener extends into said channel and is movably retained therein by said sealant.
6. The bracket assembly of claim 2 wherein said bracket is a C-shaped member formed from a nonmetallic material.
7. The bracket assembly of claim 6 wherein said bracket is formed from a thermoplastic material.
8. The bracket assembly of claim 1 wherein said bracket has a length and said first and second flanges each having a height which is at least about 8% of said length.
9. The bracket assembly of claim 1 wherein said sealant is water repellant.
10. A bracket assembly for facilitating installation of a concrete wall on a concrete footing, comprising:
a) a bracket having a base member with an upper surface and a lower surface, and first and second spaced apart flanges integrally formed with said base member and extending upwardly therefrom, and said bracket having a length, a width and a thickness;
b) a pair of channels formed in said base member, each of said channels having an opening aligned with said lower surface;
c) a pair of apertures formed through said base member and each of said apertures being aligned with one of said channels;
d) a sealant position in each of said channels;
e) a pair of fasteners, each positioned in one of said apertures; and
f) a pair of shock absorbers each positioned about one of said fasteners and situated above said upper surface of said base member, each of said shock absorbers permitting said respective fastener to be driven through said sealant and into said concrete footing to secure said bracket assembly thereto.
11. The bracket assembly of claim 10 wherein each of said fasteners is a nail having an enlarged head, and said nail can be driven through said sealant and into said concrete footing until said enlarged head contacts said shock absorber.
12. The bracket assembly of claim 10 wherein said base member has a first end and a second end and each of said first and second flanges is located at one of said first and second ends.
13. The bracket assembly of claim 12 wherein each of said pair of flanges is aligned at a right angle to said base member, each of said pair of channels is located adjacent to and inward of one of said first and second flanges, and said sealing material is silicone.
14. The bracket assembly of claim 13 wherein silicone is a water repellant, pliable material that remains receptive to change in physical dimensions.
15. The bracket assembly of claim 10 wherein said sealing material is a foam which extends outward below said lower surface of said bracket and extends across the width of said bracket.
16. A method of facilitating installation of a concrete wall on a concrete footing, said method comprising the steps of:
a) marking a pair of spaced apart lines on an upper surface of said concrete footing;
b) positioning at least two bracket assemblies between said pair of spaced apart lines at a predetermined distance, each of said bracket assemblies including a bracket having a base member with an upper surface and a lower surface, and first and second spaced apart flanges integrally formed with said base member and extending upwardly therefrom, a pair of channels formed in said base member, each of said channels having an opening aligned with said lower surface, a pair of apertures formed through said base member and each of said apertures being aligned with one of said channels, a sealant position in each of said channels, and a pair of movable fasteners each positioned in one of said apertures;
c) securing each of said bracket assemblies to said concrete footing by driving said pair of fasteners through said sealant and into said concrete footing;
d) positioning an interior and an exterior wall form adjacent to said first and second flanges; and
e) pouring concrete between said interior and exterior wall forms to create a concrete wall.
17. The method of claim 16 further comprising the step of removing said interior and exterior wall forms after said concrete wall has at least partially cured.
18. The method of claim 16 wherein multiple brackets assemblies are secured to said upper surface of said concrete footing at predetermined distances.
19. The method of claim 16 wherein said sealant is a water repellant silicone which functions to prevent water from seeping between said concrete wall and said concrete footing.
20. The method of claim 16 wherein said pair of spaced apart lines formed on said upper surface of said concrete footing are formed using powdered, colored chalk.
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