Patent ID: 6314699
Filing Date: 2001-11-13
Classification: E04B,E04F

Abstract:
A deck-board securing device for securing deck boards in place as part of a decking structure, said securing device comprising:a securing member having a first portion and a second portion fixedly secured to the first portion, said first portion having an overhang portion extending outwardly to define an extension portion that extends outwardly with respect to the second portion, said extension portion being configured and dimensioned to extend into a receiving chamber formed in a deck board;turning means for (i) turning the securing member in a first rotational direction to thereby move the extension portion into engagement with a deck board, and (ii) turning the securing member in a second rotational direction to thereby move the extension portion out of engagement with the deck board; andfastening means for fastening the securing member to a decking support structure.