Patent ID: 7159262
Filing Date: 2007-01-09
Classification: E01D

Abstract:
1. An overhang bracket comprising, a top member, a side member, a diagonal member, a connector between the top member and the diagonal member that allows the top member to pivot relative to the diagonal member, a connector between the side member and the diagonal member that allows the side member to pivot relative to the diagonal member, and a connector between the side member and the top member that allows the side member to pivot and rotate relative to the top member, wherein the side and diagonal members are configured or connected together such that rotating the upper end of the side member causes the inner end of the diagonal member to move up or down relative to the side member and further comprising a tie rod holder, connected to the top member, wherein the tie rod holder and the connection between the side member and the top member are configured such that a tie rod attached to the tie rod holder will be offset from the side member in such a direction perpendicular to a longitudinal centerline of the top member.