Patent ID: 7351075
Filing Date: 2008-04-01
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
1. An electrified ceiling system comprising: a ceiling supported by a ceiling grid framework, the ceiling grid framework having a plurality of support members, wherein at least one support member has a vertical surface; first and second conductive materials having opposing polarities, the first and second conductive materials being electrically isolated from one another and mounted on at least one of the plurality of support members, wherein the first and second conductive materials are mounted on opposing sides of the vertical surface of the at least one support member; a connector having a conductive body having a first end and second end, the first and second ends being positioned on opposing sides of the vertical surface of the at least one support member; the first end being arranged and disposed to provide selective electrical contact to the first conductive material; the first end comprising a conductive, mechanically biased member capable of maintaining physical contact with the first conductive material; the second end comprising a surface arranged and disposed adjacent the second conductive material, the second end providing selective electrical contact to a device selected from the group consisting of a power source, a third conductive material, an electrical device and combinations thereof; and wherein the conductive body provides electrical connectivity between the first conductive material and the device.