Unitary Mount

The present subject matter relates to, a unitary mount for supporting/mounting, vertical and/or horizontal constructional components/elements detachably on a wall-like or any other suitable vertical surface.

Known market available mounts, have several drawbacks and disadvantages, such as but not limited to, Metal-on-Wood grinding/wear, cleaving, bending/failing, corrosion, wear/tear of the walls as well as the vertical surface being used for coupling the detachable mount, complex coupling arrangements, costly, limited long-term endurance and many other well-known drawbacks within this domain.

The first drawback being that when prior art mount/support, such as when a metal stucco-clip are used for supporting scaffolding element/components. Since, they are made of metal and modern qualities such as possessing, a non-corrosive, weather-resistant layer, in such cases metal-on-wood grinding may cause, the topmost protective paint or galvanized-layer to chip-off during use, exposing inner layers that may get corroded due to weathering over time. Further, metal-on-wood contact reduces endurance, as both the materials have a tendency to change their structural form due to wear/tear.

Secondly, a common drawback of other market available mount/support is that, they usually have a modular design of construction, essentially having multiple components for each specific purpose (supporting various constructional components/elements) that are coupled to each other permanently (by for e.g. welding, gluing, riveting, thermal bonding, slots, channels, bolts, screws, etc.), within this type of supporting system, this negatively impacts the life-time of these solutions. Due to a well-known design principle within the engineering domain, which states that, as the number of individual parts/portions (vertical receptacle, vertical-facing flange, horizontal flange, horizontal receptacle, ribs, fillet, etc.) of any system/unit increase, the chance of a system's failure also increases.

Thirdly, another drawback most of the market available mount/support have is that, they are not applicable for all weight class or purposes. As, they have separate portions, made of separate materials, each part needs to be tested for strength and weight carrying capabilities, based on the specific dynamics and boundary conditions, simulating the stress/strain that is going to be applied on this portion, during use of this market available solution. Hence, development of such designs and structures, takes time and excessive testing in various conditions, before reaching a final design is a crucial, from the safety point-of-view. Then, again if suppose only mechanical testing is conducted and the design is finalised, in such a case, when it is used in a climate or temperature which it was not tested for, it may show signs of new issues, due to uneven expansion/contraction or other unexpected causes of failure, all due to the fact that they have multiple parts/portions/pieces. This essentially, makes these solutions unusable in different climates and conditions, for long-durations, hence reducing their applicability.

Fourthly, other solutions may show, creases and undesired undulating-patterns, on the structure of the mount/support, causing loss of aesthetic appeal. Further, as time passes the mounts having rivets, welding, gaskets, rubber seals, etc. may begin to appear unpleasant due to wear/tear.

Further, a major disadvantage of previous mounts/supports, is that they are prone to wear-tear and usually perform poorly in terms of long-term endurance, detachability, re-use and need to be designed specifically for each type of weather/climate conditions. As, there is no solution, which provides a single piece solution for various specific purposes, which can be produced as a single-piece.

All other existing floor mount guardrail mounts are not useable after the finished flooring is installed (tile, carpet, hardwood, laminate) as the existing products would irreparably damage the finished flooring during reinstallation and hence cannot be employed in an area where the construction is finished. This leaves many months in a standard construction project with no viable solution, from safety point-of-view. The disclosed product or the invention disclosed in the present subject matter, can change from floor mountable configuration, to a wall mountable configuration, in order to overcome this issue and allow a safe-work environment to persist for the entirety of a construction project. Common areas where this is issue is prevalent, are interior-stairs and stair-landings where workers traverse unprotected, more often than naught. Approximately 33% of all workplace fatalities are due to falls from a height.

The purpose of the present subject matter presented below, is particularly to provide a simple, economic, swift and efficient solution to the all the above described drawbacks within the art, in order to, at least partially overcome most of the above-mentioned disadvantages.

The present subject matter relates to, a unitary mount/support that comprises, a vertical receptacle, at least one flange and a vertical support-chute which is disposed, between the vertical receptacle and the flange which is facing in a vertical plane.

In some embodiments of the unitary mount/support as provided within the present subject matter, the unitary mount/support comprises, a vertical receptacle, two flanges and a vertical support-chute which is disposed, between the vertical receptacle and a flange which is facing in a vertical plane. Here, amongst the two flanges of the mount/support, first flange is a vertical-facing flange and the second flange is a horizontal-facing flange.

Further, in some embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the vertical receptacle of the mount, has one or more external supporting structures. Furthermore, in yet other embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the vertical receptacle of the mount, has internal surface-augmentations.

Further, in some embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the mount has a horizontal receptacle. Further on, in yet other embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the horizontal receptacle has a closed-profile with one open-face, and this open-face is parallel to the vertical-facing flange. Furthermore, in yet another embodiment of the unitary mount/support, the horizontal receptacle has an open-profile with two open-faces, and at least one of these faces is parallel to the vertical-facing flange. Moreover, in yet another embodiment of the unitary mount/support, the horizontal receptacle has an open-profile with three open-faces, and at least two of these faces are parallel to the vertical-facing flange.

Specifically, in further another embodiment of the unitary mount/support, the horizontal receptacle of the mount, shares one of its walls with the vertical receptacle. In other words, in this specific embodiment, a portion of the vertical receptacle, also forms a portion of the horizontal receptacle.

Further, in some embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the horizontal receptacle of the mount, has internal surface-augmentations. Furthermore, in yet other embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the horizontal receptacle of the mount, has one or more external supporting structures.

Further, in some embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the horizontal receptacle of the mount, has a horizontal support-chute which is disposed, between the horizontal receptacle and the flanges which are facing in either, a horizontal or vertical plane.

Further, in some embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the length of the vertical-facing flange, extends same as the height of the vertical receptacle. Furthermore, in yet other embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the length of the vertical-facing flange, extends beyond the height of the vertical receptacle.

Further, in some embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the length of the horizontal-facing flange, extends same as the length of the horizontal receptacle. Furthermore, in yet other embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the length of the horizontal-facing flange, extends beyond the length of the horizontal receptacle.

Further, in some embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the one or more flanges, are provided with bolt-holes, for mounting them onto suitable planar surfaces. Furthermore, in yet other embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the one or more flanges, are provided with chamfered, filleted and/or tapered corners/edges, in order to increase the aesthetic appeal of the mount/support.

Further, in some embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the vertical/horizontal support-chute is divided into a plurality of vertical/horizontal segments, by suitable structural-supports. Furthermore, in yet other embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the vertical/horizontal receptacles and the vertical/horizontal support-chute have any type of custom shape/profile. Moreover, in more other embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the posterior-end of the support-chute is utilised as a receptacle for receiving an insert, in order to provide considerably higher stability against any kind of abruptly applied tipping-force, that is encountered by the mount/support. Lastly, in further other embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the unitary mount/support has a plurality of these support-chutes, as well as, other support-chutes which are segmented, both of which are able to receiving a pronged insert, or, a plurality of parallel-inserts, allowing for even more increased rigidity of the mount against any kind of suddenly applied twisting-force as well, apart from benefiting from the increased resistance against the lever-force as described above.

Further, in some embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the vertical receptacle, is provided with bolt-holes. Furthermore, in yet other embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the horizontal receptacle, is provided with bolt-holes.

In any of the embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the mount is made-up of any pre-defined material.

The present subject matter provides significant advantages compared to other mounts/supports, as it provides many benefits mainly it provides a single-body engineered design, which leads to direct reduction in FEA/DFMEA simulation-time of the CAD files due to this unitary-design, in order to ensure a design that complies with the safety standards and real-world conditions. This unitary design overcomes many of the previously listed well-known drawbacks within this domain. Further, the mount of the present subject matter, is more durable, cost-effective, failure-proof solution, as well as it provides significant ease-of-use and aesthetic advantages, compared to the other type of mounts/supports available in market.

Furthermore, a list of advantages of the embodiments of the present subject matter, as provided below:

Strength customization—By varying the composition and design parameters, of the mounts and/or the thickness of their walls, allows for customization of the strength and usage in accordance with specific needs of the users. Stronger mounts are utilised for heavy-duty applications (for e.g. the very-base of a scaffolding structure, where the weight of several constructional components/elements is directly dependent on that mount's reliability), ensuring a secure and reliable connection. Weaker mounts, on the other hand, are ideal for lighter applications, where excessive bearing-force is not required, or where the weight on the mount is negligible (for e.g. the very-top of a scaffolding structure, or, for mounting lamps/lights, etc.).

Durability—The use of a single casting/moulding process of production, ensures that the mount has fewer manufacturing defects, significantly enhancing the durability and endurance of these mounts. Essentially, the design incorporates several truss-based structures in order to enhance the strength of all the utilitarian-features of the mount, in the various embodiments provided below. Further, if in case the mount is produced using polymeric compounds, this will prevent corrosion of the mounts, ensuring their long-term functionality. The polymeric mounts provide physical protection against impacts, wear-tear and other environmental elements, as well as, safeguards the constructional components/elements against potential degradation of their end-portions, by protecting them from the elements in certain embodiments of the invention.

Aesthetic appeal—The mounts have specifically designed/styled in various shapes and structures, which are aesthetically pleasing, as well as, be customised as per the specific dimensions of the constructional components/elements, regardless of their, profiles, depths and sizes, allowing for more visually appealing mounts. This makes it a suitable choice for areas where the mounts are visible and contributes to the overall look and feel of the scenery. Further, if the mounts are made of a polymer, they may have any colour or surface augmentations, that allow the manufacturer to incorporate any type of colour and/or branding into the design of the mounts, and especially their portions, that are visible to the public when the mounts are being used. Furthermore, the custom shape/profile of the mount parts/portions provides versatility in design, to suit various kinds of constructional components/elements.

Versatile applications—The mounts can be used in a wide range of applications. It can be utilized in construction sites (residential, commercial, industrial, renovations, restorations, structural/object installations/replacements, roof repair/maintenance, etc.), architectural rigs, make-shift structures (temporary life-guard tower, camp watch, fishing industry, etc.), and many other similar industries, where an easy, quick, cheap and secure mounting method, is desirable. This method of designing/structuring the unitary mount as disclosed in the present subject matter, ensures efficient and stable integration of various elements into a single unitary mount, enhancing its' functional capabilities.

Easy maintenance—The mount/support is relatively easy to clean and maintain. Unlike traditional coupling mechanisms that may have small crevices or moving parts, the various parts/portions can be wiped clean easily with a cloth. This makes the mount more hygienic and significantly reduces the chance of dirt, debris, or organic-matter (especially, micro-organisms, viruses, etc.) accumulation.

User-friendly—The mount is extremely user-friendly for people of all levels of experience and/or abilities. It requires very little dexterity and strength on the part of the user, in order to utilise this mount, compared to many other traditional mounts/supports, making them especially, ideal for new users or, individuals with limited hand mobility.

Safety—This mount reduces the number of accidents by protecting unsuspecting, workers, repairmen, visitors, etc. from the hazards of falling over-board from a ledge or platform of any type. Further, these mounts will find extensive utilization in all the industries, where there are unacceptably high worker-injury and fatality-rates, especially due to people falling from heights.

Intuitive by Design—The embodiments of the design are intuitive in the sense, that it enables anybody to easily identify all the parts/portions of the mount and their function without any hassle. Further, the mount in some embodiments provides a significantly higher stability against sudden tipping forces or twisting forces, due to its ability to accept an insert protruding from the wall or the floor, allowing for increase in durability and utility of the mount.

For purposes of summarizing the invention and the advantages achieved over the prior art, certain objects and advantages of the invention have been described above. Of course, it is to be understood that not necessarily all such objects or advantages may be achieved in accordance with any one particular embodiment of the invention. Thus, for example, those skilled in the art will recognize that each embodiment of the invention, may be embodied or carried out, in a manner that achieves or optimizes, one advantage or a group of advantages.

Various constructional structures and/or features, are claimed in the independent/dependent claims, these embodiments may be, combined, or, applied separately, with respect to each other. To the accomplishment of the foregoing and related ends, certain illustrative aspects of the disclosed innovation are described herein, in connection with the following description and the annexed drawings. These aspects are indicative, however, of but a few of the various ways in that the principles disclosed herein may be employed and are intended to include all such aspects and their equivalents. Other advantages/applications and novel/inventive features will become apparent from the following detailed description when considered in conjunction with the drawings/illustrations provided.

In the accompanying drawings, a non-underlined number is employed to represent an item over that the non-underlined number is positioned, or, an item to that the non-underlined number is adjacent. An underlined number relates to an item identified by a line linking the underlined number to the item. When a number is underlined and accompanied by an associated arrow, the underlined number is used to identify a general item, at that the arrow is pointing to.

The features and advantages of the present subject matter, just as they are stated in the claims, will now be described in detail with reference to the appended drawings, showing several examples of deployment configurations/embodiments for the present invention.

In the case, where there are two or more definitions of a term/feature that is used and/or accepted within the known art, the definition of the term/feature as used herein, is intended to include all such meanings unless explicitly stated to the contrary.

For purposes of the detailed description of the preferred embodiments, the following definitions are used:

Throughout the present subject matter, the term/feature “unitary mount” or “unitary support” is referring to a single-body engineered design of the mount. This kind of utilitarian design of the mount, primarily encompasses parts/portions, such as but not limited to, receptacle/s, flange/s, rib/s, fillet/s, and many other minor portions having less significance. Further, a singular/unitary mount design incorporating all the various functional portions of the mount, enables a CAD designer to identify an efficient design specifically, for the purpose of each portion of the mount. This further leads to direct reduction in FEA/DFMEA simulation-time of these CAD files due to this unitary-design, in order to ensure quick production of a purposed-design that complies with the occupational safety standards and real-world conditions. This design may be provided for production of the mount, further due to only a single-body design, there is no assembly time in the manufacturing process of this mount, allowing for a high-speed manufacturability of the mount. This enables a manufacturer to produce such a mount, with significant ease, using any of the known processes such as, Injection-Moulding, 3D-Printing, Computer-Assisted Machining, Casting, Stamping, Pinching, Extrusion, etc. One of the primary purposes of the mount is to provide, a vertical receptacle for receiving vertical constructional components/elements, along with at least one Flange (preferably vertical-facing flange), for detachably coupling with any suitable vertical surface. Further in this primary embodiment, there exists a support-chute in between the vertical receptacle and the vertical-facing flange. Further on, in another embodiment of the present subject matter, a secondary purpose of the mount is to provide, a horizontal receptacle for receiving horizontal constructional components/elements. Furthermore, in yet other embodiment of the present subject matter, a tertiary purpose of the mount is to provide, a horizontal flange (horizontal-facing flange) for detachably coupling with any suitable horizontal surface. Moreover, in yet another embodiment of the present subject matter, a quaternary purpose of the mount is to provide, bolt-holes on the flanges and the receptacle-walls, in order to ensure a rigid as well as secure coupling of the suitable planar surfaces and the constructional components/elements with the mounts, respectively. Lastly, in further another embodiment of the present subject matter, a pentanary purpose of the mount is to provide, one or more external supporting structures for the receptacles (vertical and/or horizontal), so as to increase their functional durability and strength.

Throughout the present subject matter, the term/feature “vertical receptacle” refers to a receptacle with an opening on the top, for receiving vertically-oriented constructional components/elements, such as, but not limited to, Guard-Rails, Posts, Uprights, Poles, Legs, etc. Further, this vertical receptacle, in any of the embodiments of the present subject matter, has any suitable custom cross-sectional shape/profile, in order to be able to accept vertically-oriented constructional components/elements without any compromise over the coupling/mounting parameters, such as fitting of, or, the hold of the receptacle on, the component/element. Further on, the vertical receptacle, in other embodiments of the present subject matter, has internal surface-augmentations. Furthermore, the vertical receptacle, in another embodiment of the present subject matter, has external supporting structures. Moreover, the vertical receptacle, in yet other embodiments of the present subject matter, has a plurality of bolt-holes located at strategically designated locations. In various other embodiments of the present subject matter, the vertical receptacle is formed by walls, which exhibit uneven/non-uniform, lengths, curvatures, reinforcements, lip/edge regions, vent/cut-out regions, etc. with respect to each other, apart from the fact that these walls form any custom shape/profile of the vertical receptacle.

Throughout the present subject matter, the terms “flanges” or just “flange” refers to a flat/planar portion of the mount, that is utilised for detachably coupling the mount to any planar surface, such as, but not limited to, Walls, Floor-edges, floor, ground, earth, base, Beams, Scaffolding Components, etc. It is a primary objective of the present subject matter to provide, at least one vertical-facing flange, in order to enable the mount to be securely mounted on a vertically-planar surface. Further, in a different embodiment of the present subject matter, it is a secondary objective to provide, at least two flanges, wherein one of the flanges is vertically-oriented, while the second flange is horizontally-oriented, to facilitate secured mounting on a horizontally-planar surface. This vertically-oriented flange, may also be referred to as, “vertical-facing flange” as used within the claims and the present subject matter. Similarly, this horizontally-oriented flange, may also be referred to as, “horizontal-facing flange” as used within the claims and the present subject matter. Further on, the flange/s have a plurality of bolt-holes that are located at strategically designated locations on each flange, specifically chosen based on the strength/durability performance of the mount and the various related conditions. These bolt-holes, allow the mount to be securely yet detachably mounted on to a suitable planar surface. Moreover, in yet other embodiments, the flange/s, have chamfered, filleted and/or tapered corners/edges, in order to increase their aesthetic appeal and reduce unnecessary/unusable portions or weight of the flange/s portion of the unitary mount. Finally, it should be noted that as known within the art, any planar surface that has a slight-angle with respect to a horizontal/vertical plane, may also be utilised to mount the vertical and/or horizontal constructional components/elements, hence one or more of the flanges of the unitary mount may have a diagonal orientation (at an angle from the horizontal/vertical), in certain embodiments, of the present subject matter (not shown). Ultimately, it should be noted that as known within the art, that any of the one or more flanges presented in this subject matter, may have non-uniform, undulating, chequered, mesh, and/or ridged, surface augmentations, in order to obtain a design/material optimized unitary mount, which has high stress durability, while exhibiting less weight.

Throughout the present subject matter, the term/feature “support-chute” is essentially referring to both types of support-chutes; vertical support-chute as well as horizontal support-chute portions of the mount. Here, the vertical support-chutes, are specific structurally essential features, that are disposed between, the vertical receptacle and the vertical-facing flange of the mount. Similarly, the horizontal support-chutes, are specific structurally essential features, that are disposed between, the horizontal receptacle and the horizontal-facing flange of the mount. Further, the support-chutes may also be deployed, between the vertical receptacle and the horizontal flange, as well as, between the horizontal receptacle and the vertical flange, as depicted by some of the embodiments of the present subject matter. Furthermore, the support-chutes in any of the embodiments of the present subject matter, are divided into a plurality of vertical segments or horizontal segments, based on the specific-type of the support-chute, respectively. This division of the support-chute, into a plurality of vertical/horizontal segments, is accomplished by providing suitable structural-supports also referred to as a “segmenter”, which is essentially an internal wall-like structure that runs parallel to the entire-length or partial-length of the individual support-chute, respectively. This segmenter/s provide additional strength, rigidity and/or stability to the unitary mount, during use. Further, in some specific embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the posterior-end of the support-chute is utilised as a receptacle for an “insert”. This ability of the mount to receive an insert in this manner, provides considerably high-stability against any abrupt tipping-force, that may be encountered by the unitary mount/support. Here, the insert is any type of fixedly component attached to the floor/wall, where the said unitary mount/support is being mounted on this protruding component. Furthermore, this said insert may be of any kind, type and/or number, such as protrusions, prongs, pegs, projections, parallel-pegs, or having any other more complex structure that are paraphernaliac in nature compared to the ones, that are mentioned before. Additionally, the insert and the receiving support-chute may have any predefined custom shape/profile. For example, in case a person/load is leaning against the guard-rail or beam which utilises the unitary mount/support as disclosed in the present subject matter, the insert of the wall/floor provides considerable resistance to any kind of lever-force against the mount/support. Furthermore, in some specific embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the insert in further other embodiments of the unitary mount/support, the unitary mount/support has a plurality of these support-chutes, as well as, other support-chutes which are segmented, both of which are able to receiving a pronged insert, or, a plurality of parallel-inserts, allowing for even more increased rigidity of the mount against any kind of suddenly applied twisting-force as well, apart from benefiting from the increased resistance against the lever-force as described above. Finally, in yet completely different embodiments, the unitary mount is clamped by a clamp as is known within the art, wherein the clamp latches on to either, one or both distal ends of any of the support-chutes presented here, in order to clamp and rigidly fix the disclosed mount in place (not shown).

Throughout the present subject matter, the term/feature “horizontal receptacle” as referred to a receptacle with an opening on the top, for receiving horizontally-oriented constructional components/elements, such as, but not limited to, beams, bearers, scaffolding, joists, putlogs, transoms, etc. Further, this vertical receptacle, in any of the embodiments of the present subject matter, has any suitable custom cross-sectional shape/profile, in order to be able to accept horizontally-oriented constructional components/elements without any compromise over the coupling/mounting parameters, such as fitting of, or, the hold of the receptacle on, the component/element. Further on, the horizontal receptacle, in other embodiments of the present subject matter, has internal surface-augmentations. Furthermore, the horizontal receptacle, in another embodiment of the present subject matter, has external supporting structures. Moreover, the horizontal receptacle, in yet other embodiments of the present subject matter, has a plurality of bolt-holes located at strategically designated locations. Specifically, it should be noted that, the horizontal receptacle of the mount, in any of the embodiments of the present subject matter, accepts a constructional component/element in a cantilever-loading condition, with respect to the vertical-facing flange of the mount. In various other embodiments of the present subject matter, the horizontal receptacle is formed by walls, which exhibit uneven/non-uniform, lengths, curvatures, reinforcements, lip/edge regions, vent/cut-out regions, etc. with respect to each other, apart from the fact that these walls form any custom shape/profile of the horizontal receptacle.

Further, it would be clear to a person skilled in the art, that the above defined terms/features, “vertical receptacle” and “horizontal receptacle” of the mount, are in close proximity to each other, hence in any of the embodiments of the present subject matter, they may both share a portion of, one of their walls with the other. Essentially, a portion of the horizontal receptacle, also forms portion of the vertical receptacle, in such embodiments.

Further on, it would also be clear to a person skilled in the art, that the above defined terms/features, “vertical receptacle”, “horizontal receptacle”, “vertical-facing flange”, “horizontal-facing flange” and “support-chute” of the mount, are in close proximity to each other, hence in any of the embodiments of the present subject matter, they may share one or more of their walls with the other. Essentially, a portion of the vertical receptacle also forms portion of the vertical support-chute, as well as, a portion of the vertical-facing flange also forms portion of the vertical support-chute, in such embodiments. Similarly, a portion of the horizontal receptacle also forms portion of the horizontal support-chute, as well as, a portion of the horizontal-facing flange also forms portion of the horizontal support-chute, in such embodiments. Furthermore, the mount in yet other embodiment of the present subject matter, has flanges (horizontal/vertical) that are either, equal or extend-beyond, with respect to the height/length of each of the receptacles (horizontal/vertical), that are provided on the mount.

Specifically, in any of the embodiments of the present subject matter, the shape/profile of the horizontal receptacle has a closed-profile with one open-face, and this open-face is parallel to the vertical-facing flange. Similarly, specifically in any of the embodiments of the present subject matter, the shape/profile of the horizontal receptacle has an open-profile with two open-faces, and at least one of these faces is parallel to the vertical-facing flange. More particularly, in any of the embodiments of the present subject matter, the shape/profile of the horizontal receptacle has an open-profile with three open-faces, and at least two of these faces are parallel to the vertical-facing flange.

Throughout the present subject matter, the term/feature “external supporting structures” specifically refers to any kind of supporting structures, that have been formed on the vertical/horizontal receptacle's exterior portion, where the receptacle/s is/are utilised to engage with the vertical/horizontal constructional components/elements, respectively. The major purpose of these supporting structures is to provide additional structural-strength and/or rigidity, to the respective receptacle-walls of the mount. There are various types of supporting structures, that may be employed for this purpose, such as but not limited to, fillets, chimes, fins, channels, flutes, corrugations, undulating surfaces, zig-zag structures, etc, in order to provide extra durability/strength to the respective receptacle, or, in other words essentially increasing the factor-of-safety, rigidity, strength and endurance, of the respective receptacle/s of the mount. Further, four broad types of “external supporting structures” are exhibited in some of the embodiments of the present subject matter, namely, vertical structures, horizontal structures, fillet/diagonal structures and roof/parapet structures.

Throughout the present subject matter, the terms “internal surface-augmentations” specifically refers to any kind of surface-augmentations, that have been performed on the vertical/horizontal receptacle's interior portion, which is/are utilised to engage with the vertical/horizontal constructional components/elements, respectively. The major purpose of these surface-augmentations is to provide additional-grip, snap-fit and/or a snug-fit, of the respective receptacle, with respect to, the respective constructional component/element. There are various types of surface-augmentations, that may be employed for this purpose, such as but not limited to, ribs/fingers, embossed/debossed patterns, corrugations, undulating surfaces, flexing surfaces/edges, grooved/channelled surfaces, dotted, sand-blasted surfaces, etc, in order to provide extra gripping strength to the respective receptacle, or, in other words essentially increasing the coefficient of friction between, the respective receptacle and the respective components/elements, that are being mounted/held by the unitary mount. Further, two broad types of “internal surface-augmentations” are exhibited in some of the embodiments of the present subject matter, namely, vertical structures and horizontal structures.

Further, it would be clear to a person skilled in the art, that the above defined terms/features, “external supporting structures” and “internal surface-augmentations”, both are being provided on both receptacle (horizontal and/or vertical) walls, primarily. Hence, in some other embodiments of the present subject matter, the receptacle walls, may have a combination of both the “external supporting structures” and “internal surface-augmentations”, in such a way that it is difficult to clearly separate one from the other, when they are provided on the same portion of any of the either (horizontal and/or vertical) receptacle walls. Further, portions of the support-chute also blend with the “external supporting structures”, in certain embodiments of the present subject matter. These types of external support structural designs seamlessly blending with one another, in order to form a single structure/form which looks appealing as well as exhibits higher structural-integrity, is a well-known process of design, within the art.

that adding such gripping features of a receptacle, will also provide greater structural strength/rigidity to the receptacle.