Patent ID: 7299597
Filing Date: 2007-11-27
Classification: E04B

Abstract:
1. A clip used to secure metal plates in a wall constructed with blocks, the clip comprising: at least one base; a plate portion extending out from the at least one base, the plate portion having a first member and a second member that form a first opening to receive a plate; a block portion extending out from the at least one base in a direction different from the plate portion, the block portion having a third member and a fourth member that form a second opening to receive a block, the first member of the plate portion and the fourth member of the block portion forming a frangible and substantially planar surface; a line of weakness formed in the base near the first member and the fourth member to facilitate the removal of the frangible and substantially planar surface, the line of weakness comprising a first portion of the base near the first member and the fourth member having a thickness that is less than a thickness of a second portion of the base near the second and third member; and a gripping portion extending out from the third member and adapted to grip the block.