James H Mccutcheon

US Patent:

60668059, May 23, 2000

Filed:

May 30, 1995

Appl. No.:

8/454047

Inventors:

Mark Bordwell - Memphis TN
James McCutcheon - Athens TN
Darrell Dumont - Englewood TN
Jessica Henderson - Memphis TN

Assignee:

Thomas & Betts Corporation - Memphis TN

International Classification:

H02G 314

US Classification:

174 66

Abstract:

An electrical receptacle cover is securable over an electrical receptacle. The cover includes a generally planar cover plate for positioning over the receptacle. The cover plate includes an outlet opening therethrough for accessing the outlet of the electrical receptacle. The cover plate also includes an aperture therethrough for passage of a threaded fastening element. A threaded nut-like securement member is formed integrally with the planar cover plate. The securement member is frangibly removable so that it may be attached to the receptacle for accommodating the fastening element extending through the cover plate.

US Patent:

58249524, Oct 20, 1998

Filed:

Jan 17, 1995

Appl. No.:

8/375438

Inventors:

Mark A. Bordwell - Memphis TN
James D. McCutcheon - Athens TN

Assignee:

Thomas & Betts Corporation - Memphis TN

International Classification:

H02G 308

US Classification:

174 53

Abstract:

An improved electrical ceiling box including a top portion bounded by a peripheral side portion, with a pair of diametrically opposed ear lugs rigidly secured to the side portion. Each ear lug has a pair of ears integrally formed therewith extending inwardly into the interior cavity of the box. A first ear fits within a recess formed in the bottom edge of the box, while a second ear extends through a slot formed in the side portion of the box. The second ear has a mounting hole formed therein adapted for threaded engagement with a self-tapping screw, while the first ear has a receiving hole formed therethrough for supporting the distal end of the screw. In a preferred embodiment, the box has a substantially hexagonal configuration. In an alternative embodiment, the box has a circular configuration and is shallower, thereby eliminating the need for a pair of slots for receiving the first ears. Preferably, the ear lugs are formed from a heavier gauge material than the remainder of the box for improved strength and resistance to breakage from fatigue.