Patent ID: 6044593
Filing Date: 2000-04-04
Classification: E04F

Abstract:
A free-hanging metal canopy comprising:a framework comprising a plurality of trusses and transverse members, wherein each truss is comprised of a vertical member, a horizontal member that is longer than said vertical member, and a hypotenuse member generally defining a right triangle and wherein said trusses include strengthening members, and wherein said transverse members are positioned across the hypotenuse member of each truss to connect the trusses in a parallel arrangement;an inclined top covering which covers the top of said framework; andan affixing means designed for connecting at least two of said vertical members to a building structure at an anchoring site, and said affixing means comprises an upper affixing means and lower affixing means connected to the anchoring site that provides at least 1500 lbs. tensile strength, and wherein said upper affixing means is releasably attachable, and said lower affixing means is pivotably attachable.