MARTIN MILLER
Architects in Anchorage, AK
License number
Alaska AELA12417
Issued Date
Nov 27, 2009
Effective Date
Nov 21, 2015
Expiration Date
Dec 31, 2017
Category
Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors
Address
Address
PO Box 242502, Anchorage, AK 99524
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Method Of Installing A Foundation System For Modular System—Smart Buildings
Method Of Installing A Foundation System For Modular System—Smart Buildings
US Patent:
8528296, Sep 10, 2013
Filed:
Jun 25, 2012
Appl. No.:
13/531886
Inventors:
Martin P. Miller - Anchorage AK, US
International Classification:
E04G 21/14
US Classification:
5274115
Abstract:
A method of installing a modular structure foundation system that requires no heavy equipment, minimal site preparation, and can be easily assembled by a small crew. The foundation consists of a number of box bar joists that are square units which are assembled based on a grid layout. The box bar joists are supported by foundation steel columns that are embedded into the ground. No forms or other complex structures are needed for the installation. Once the columns are installed, the box bar joists are installed using a unique leveling system. Once the box bar joists are level and secured to the columns, the foundation is complete. The use of the box bar joists also allows for expansion or contraction as additional box bar joists can easily be added or removed from the foundation. Once the box bar joists are in place, the foundation is ready for building.