SUPPORT APPARATUS

摘要

A modular stand system is adjustable in the transverse direction and height and is adapted for HVAC system components that need to be elevated above a support surface. In certain embodiments, the modular stand systems herein are advantageously used to support HVAC variable refrigerant flow (VRF) units.

主权项

1. A modular stand having an axial dimension and a transverse dimension, the stand comprising:
a first U-bar including first and second opposing leg members, each of the opposing first and second leg members including a vertical segment transitioning to a horizontal segment, the first U-bar including a first generally horizontal extension member, the first generally horizontal extension member having a first end telescopically received within the horizontal segment of the first opposing leg member and a second end of the first generally horizontal extension member telescopically received within the horizontal segment of the second opposing leg member; a second U-bar axially spaced apart from the first U-bar, the second U-bar including third and fourth opposing leg members, each of the opposing third and fourth leg members including a vertical segment transitioning to a horizontal segment, the second U-bar including a second generally horizontal extension member, the second generally horizontal extension member having a first end telescopically received within the horizontal segment of the third opposing leg member and a second end of the second generally horizontal extension member telescopically received within the horizontal segment of the fourth opposing leg member; at least one support peg attached to each horizontal segment and extending an axial direction; first and second cross rails extending in the axial direction between the first and second U-bars, the first and second cross rails transversely spaced apart from each other, the first and second cross rails each defining a channel; the first cross rail having a first end receiving and supported on one of the at least one support peg on the first U-bar and a second end receiving and supported on one of said at least one support peg on the second U-bar; and the second cross rail having a first end receiving and supported on another one of said at least one support peg on the first U-bar and a second end receiving and supported on another one of said at least one support peg on the second U-bar.