| Northern States Metals Company Patent applications |
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| 20120124922 | SUPPORT SYSTEM FOR CARPORT WITH SOLAR PANELS - A roof panel support system is supported by at least two structural beams, and includes a support matrix for panels, such as solar panels, that can constitute the roof of a structure. The support matrix includes panel rails that can hold panels installed from beneath the support matrix. | 05-24-2012 |
| 20120031039 | HINGED CLIP TO ELIMINATE RAIL - A panel array support assembly has a lower support joist to which are directly connected panel holding devices or clips. The panel clips are configured so that the length of each clip extends along the length of the lower support joist. The panel clips are preferable configured to have a sliding top arm, which holds the upper edge of the panel, and slides back so that they panel can be placed on a lower holding arm. | 02-09-2012 |
| 20120031030 | HINGED CLIP TO ELIMINATE RAIL - A panel array support assembly has a lower support joist to which are directly connected panel holding devices or clips. The panel clips are configured so that the length of each clip extends along the length of the lower support joist. The panel clips are preferable configured to have a sliding top arm, which holds the upper edge of the panel, and slides back so that they panel can be placed on a lower holding arm. | 02-09-2012 |
| 20110220596 | SUPPORT SYSTEM FOR SOLAR PANELS - A panel support and wiring system is used as part of a bi-directional solar panel support matrix having lower support joists and upper panel rails. Both the panel clip and wiring arrangements are configured to facilitate rapid deployment and installation of the entire solar panel system, including supports and interfaces with the underlying substrate. A standardized wiring system is one of the factors facilitating rapid installation. | 09-15-2011 |
