Patent ID: 6868944
Filing Date: 2005-03-22
Classification: E04F,E04G

Abstract:
1. A method for forming an adjustable stair assembly having a pair of parallel stringers and employing a plurality of riser/tread support brackets adjacent to each other along said parallel stringers, and individual means for spacing and aligning said riser/tread support brackets with respect to adjacent riser/tread support brackets along said parallel stringers, said riser/tread support brackets being duplicate elements defining said riser/tread support brackets and having at least a reference surface, side surfaces, and means for accommodating fastening means, said means for spacing and aligning said adjacent riser/tread support brackets along said parallel stringers comprising an elongated spacer bar having an integrally formed first portion cooperating with said reference surface of adjacent riser/tread support brackets to establish spacing and alignment of adjacent riser/tread support brackets and a second portion integrally formed with said spacer bar and extending laterally therefrom cooperating with said parallel stringers to establish spacing and lateral positioning of said parallel stringers, said method comprising the steps of: