CA2205133A1 - An armored anti-theft computer tower restraint with a shielded double-locking mechanism; plus server shield - Google Patents
An armored anti-theft computer tower restraint with a shielded double-locking mechanism; plus server shieldInfo
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- CA2205133A1 CA2205133A1 CA 2205133 CA2205133A CA2205133A1 CA 2205133 A1 CA2205133 A1 CA 2205133A1 CA 2205133 CA2205133 CA 2205133 CA 2205133 A CA2205133 A CA 2205133A CA 2205133 A1 CA2205133 A1 CA 2205133A1
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- tower
- computer
- restraint
- computer tower
- theft
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- E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
- E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
- E05B—LOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS
- E05B73/00—Devices for locking portable objects against unauthorised removal; Miscellaneous locking devices
- E05B73/0082—Devices for locking portable objects against unauthorised removal; Miscellaneous locking devices for office machines, e.g. PC's, portable computers, typewriters, calculators
Abstract
In an effort to impede the efforts of thieves in the pursuit of stealing the computer towers and other similar style computer hardware, this invention; an anti-theft computer tower restraint caging system was born.
Surrounding the hardware tower in a steel and alloy steel caging system comprised of a specific shape, combined with a solid anchoring platform and shielded double-locking mechanisn. This produces a direct deturent to the removal and tampering of the computer tower. The invention is comprised of a pair of alloy steel formings running vertically to the computer tower, across both the front and back of the computer tower. Connecting these alloy steel formings are a fully welded groupings of steel plates, flat bars and angles of specific dimentions and location that encase the computer tower or other simular style electronic hardware. This makes a formatable and possibility impervious anti-theft restraint, yet does not interfere with the use of the system by the owner nor the need for adequate air ventalation.
Direct access to the computer tower is guarded by a solid steel flat bar of specific width, with a pair of double-locking keyed locks that are shielded so as to remove the ability of tampering.
In addition, the invention is designed to anchor to a solid surface (i.e. the floor or an office item of sufficient mass as to prevent removal; a table with folding legs is not recomended), with a choice of fasteners available to the customer.
To top off the solid design is a compatible powder coating as to make the invention blend in with the computers tower's own colour so as to give it a non-descript appearance. Thus making the anti-theft restraint invention blend in with the office decor and add that professional look while giving, peace of mind.
Surrounding the hardware tower in a steel and alloy steel caging system comprised of a specific shape, combined with a solid anchoring platform and shielded double-locking mechanisn. This produces a direct deturent to the removal and tampering of the computer tower. The invention is comprised of a pair of alloy steel formings running vertically to the computer tower, across both the front and back of the computer tower. Connecting these alloy steel formings are a fully welded groupings of steel plates, flat bars and angles of specific dimentions and location that encase the computer tower or other simular style electronic hardware. This makes a formatable and possibility impervious anti-theft restraint, yet does not interfere with the use of the system by the owner nor the need for adequate air ventalation.
Direct access to the computer tower is guarded by a solid steel flat bar of specific width, with a pair of double-locking keyed locks that are shielded so as to remove the ability of tampering.
In addition, the invention is designed to anchor to a solid surface (i.e. the floor or an office item of sufficient mass as to prevent removal; a table with folding legs is not recomended), with a choice of fasteners available to the customer.
To top off the solid design is a compatible powder coating as to make the invention blend in with the computers tower's own colour so as to give it a non-descript appearance. Thus making the anti-theft restraint invention blend in with the office decor and add that professional look while giving, peace of mind.
Description
CA 02205133 1997-0~-13 Specifications This invention relates to the securing of a computer hardware tower and the detouring of the theft and tampering of the tower, yet giving full access to the computer tower at the owners need.
To my knowledge there is no item, that fulfils all the functions which this invention does with the direct approach that my invention;an Shielded Anti-theft Restraint does.
The other types of approaches are full of inconvenience to the owner and yet do nothing to hinder effectively a thieves actions toward the access and tampering of the computer hardware tower.
This caging system eliminates the effectiveness of bolt cutters and chain cutters due to types of materials used in the construction of the invention. With the shapes and positioning of same in the invention make it impossible to get a good enough of a bite on the unit and the materials in any of the vulnerable areas are~comprised of hard alloy steel.
The cage itself is anchored to a solid object or surface that prying the unit loose, loses its lustre. The placement of the computer tower within the anti-theft restraint is through one side of the invention that is secured by a Shielded double-locking mechanism which even stops the effective use of liquid Nitrogen against the locks within. This prevents the chance of shattering of either one of the two double locking locks to gain access to the computer tower.
The industry has been flooded with many different styles of securing hardware towers but all with many pitfalls and -short comings. The Poly-Urethane gluing approach that adheres the base of the tower to a surface, which does nothing to stop the thief from removing the top of the case and stealing the hardware inside.
This method makes servicing or upgrading a problem, should the tower need to be taken in to be worked on by a technician , the base must be hot-knifed off. Then when the work has been completed the computer tower must be re-glued down, at an average price of $850.00 per application(here-say estimate) this makes Poly-Urethane gluing a expensive option. With my invention, the owner has open access without the repetitive costs.
The approach of cables to secure the tower is easily bypassed with a simple pair of bolt cutters. A time period of 10 seconds and the thief is walking away with the computer tower. Bolt cutters and chain cutters are ineffective against this invention.
The attempts at using simple wire cages some off which are patented, are bypassed with a pair of bolt cutters as well, or just walked off with to be cracked into elsewhere at the thief's own time of choosing.
(Page 1) CA 02205133 1997-0~-13 Other styles have tried to put the computer tower in a solid box or cabinet, with this method; the problem of heat will soon destroy the computers mainframe due to heat damage. Plus this restricts the use and overall access to the disk drives and CD-ROM's, as well with the patch cables at the back of the computer tower.
This invention takes all of these restrictions and gets rid of them, then adds a firm and secure solution to the problem of theft and tampering.
The following drawings and accompanying photographs illustrate the directness of the design and the ability to conform to any computer tower case manufactured in today's and tomorrow's market.
Drawing one(l) is a front view of the unit without a computer case inside, as are the following drawings. Drawing two(2) is a left side view of the lock bar and the shielded double-locking mechanism with the locks installed. Please Note that there are two shields present within this mechanism, each protecting its own lock. Drawings three "A"(3a) and three "B~(3B) show two views of the Shielded Double-Locking Mechanism with the supplied locks installed. Drawing three ~A~ (3a) shows a hatched view, of the invention to clarify the positions of the locks supplied. Drawing three"B"(3b) shows a side view of just the locking mechanism.
Drawing four (4) shows a right side view of the invention which shows a fully welded face. Drawing five (5) is an illustrated cutaway view of the base of the invention. these pieces are fully welded and drilled to suit the fasteners chosen for each of the individual applications. The anchoring of the invention is achieved by either a anchor lag screw or a ~Hilti-style~ anchor-bolt, or similar fastener which achieves the same anchor qualities.
An addition to the invention is an option of a special designed covers plate comprised of a 14.0 gauge fo~ming that covers the front of the invention. This cover plate slips into the front base of the invention and locks and the top of both the cover plate and the invention~s top front face. Note that the plate wraps around the front face of the unit at a length of one and one-half inches(l-l/2") on both the sides and top of the invention. This addition is generally meant for server-unit type applications, but not restricted to only use of same.Drawing seven(7) shows the rear view of the invention.
The embodiments of the invention in which an exclusive property or privilege is claimed are defined as follows:
A: In the case of the apparatus- The Shielded Double-Locking Mechanism comprised of a formed 10 gauge mild steel forming, caped on both the top and the bottom; seal welded all around and ground flat on the outside surfaces.
(Page 2) CA 0220~133 1997-0~-13 This forming surrounds both the primary and secondary double locking locks. The Primary, being a 4-mushroom-pin style; barrel and shank lock. The Secondary, a Double locking, 4-mushroom-pin style padlock inclosed within its own HSS 2"x 2"x 0.188"x 4.0" long box with a cap plate on the top.This is to prevent direct access from above to the enclosed padlock, even when the Primary Shield is removed. Without the unlocking of the Secondary and removal of the lock, the side bar cannot be opened. This side bar is the only access to the inside of the invention.
The Primary forming and lock have a double purpose as well.
The forming wraps around the secondary lock shield and then wraps around the back of the main cage frame as well as interlocking with the swing bar that closes the left side of the invention. Once again the only access to the interior of the invention is this side bar and Shielded Double-Locking mechanism.
B: In the case of the Frame itself, the surrounding frame is comprised of a two(2), one-half inch(1/2") solid alloy steel formings. The over-all molecular structure can vary as ~ong as a Brinell Hardness of a min. of HB321 to 363 is maintained. Also important is a Charpy V-Notch factor of 15 ft.-lbs min. at -50'F.
needed.This factor is at the discretion of the inventor. The following product was instrumental in the proto-type design and development of the invention: a 4-1/4~ Nickel-Chromium-Molybdenum Alloy Steel (EN30B Bar, supplied by British Steel Alloys whose metallic properties fulfil the requirements quite well. The composition of the EN30B Bar has the following characteristics:
C:.28/33,Sl:.10/.35, Mn:.40/.60, P:.025 max.,S:.015 max, Ni:4.00/4.30, Cr:1.10/1/24, Mo:20/40. These frames are welded to two(2) 1-1/2~xl-1/2"x3/16~ A36 mild steel angles with a length to achieve an overall length clearance of approximately 7/8", in comparison to the length of the computer tower case itself.
The height clearance within the invention is 7/8", and the width clearance is approximately 1" overall(both side clearance measurements combined)once the computer tower is placed and locked within the invention.
The Base and Width of the invention is comprised of two(2)-
To my knowledge there is no item, that fulfils all the functions which this invention does with the direct approach that my invention;an Shielded Anti-theft Restraint does.
The other types of approaches are full of inconvenience to the owner and yet do nothing to hinder effectively a thieves actions toward the access and tampering of the computer hardware tower.
This caging system eliminates the effectiveness of bolt cutters and chain cutters due to types of materials used in the construction of the invention. With the shapes and positioning of same in the invention make it impossible to get a good enough of a bite on the unit and the materials in any of the vulnerable areas are~comprised of hard alloy steel.
The cage itself is anchored to a solid object or surface that prying the unit loose, loses its lustre. The placement of the computer tower within the anti-theft restraint is through one side of the invention that is secured by a Shielded double-locking mechanism which even stops the effective use of liquid Nitrogen against the locks within. This prevents the chance of shattering of either one of the two double locking locks to gain access to the computer tower.
The industry has been flooded with many different styles of securing hardware towers but all with many pitfalls and -short comings. The Poly-Urethane gluing approach that adheres the base of the tower to a surface, which does nothing to stop the thief from removing the top of the case and stealing the hardware inside.
This method makes servicing or upgrading a problem, should the tower need to be taken in to be worked on by a technician , the base must be hot-knifed off. Then when the work has been completed the computer tower must be re-glued down, at an average price of $850.00 per application(here-say estimate) this makes Poly-Urethane gluing a expensive option. With my invention, the owner has open access without the repetitive costs.
The approach of cables to secure the tower is easily bypassed with a simple pair of bolt cutters. A time period of 10 seconds and the thief is walking away with the computer tower. Bolt cutters and chain cutters are ineffective against this invention.
The attempts at using simple wire cages some off which are patented, are bypassed with a pair of bolt cutters as well, or just walked off with to be cracked into elsewhere at the thief's own time of choosing.
(Page 1) CA 02205133 1997-0~-13 Other styles have tried to put the computer tower in a solid box or cabinet, with this method; the problem of heat will soon destroy the computers mainframe due to heat damage. Plus this restricts the use and overall access to the disk drives and CD-ROM's, as well with the patch cables at the back of the computer tower.
This invention takes all of these restrictions and gets rid of them, then adds a firm and secure solution to the problem of theft and tampering.
The following drawings and accompanying photographs illustrate the directness of the design and the ability to conform to any computer tower case manufactured in today's and tomorrow's market.
Drawing one(l) is a front view of the unit without a computer case inside, as are the following drawings. Drawing two(2) is a left side view of the lock bar and the shielded double-locking mechanism with the locks installed. Please Note that there are two shields present within this mechanism, each protecting its own lock. Drawings three "A"(3a) and three "B~(3B) show two views of the Shielded Double-Locking Mechanism with the supplied locks installed. Drawing three ~A~ (3a) shows a hatched view, of the invention to clarify the positions of the locks supplied. Drawing three"B"(3b) shows a side view of just the locking mechanism.
Drawing four (4) shows a right side view of the invention which shows a fully welded face. Drawing five (5) is an illustrated cutaway view of the base of the invention. these pieces are fully welded and drilled to suit the fasteners chosen for each of the individual applications. The anchoring of the invention is achieved by either a anchor lag screw or a ~Hilti-style~ anchor-bolt, or similar fastener which achieves the same anchor qualities.
An addition to the invention is an option of a special designed covers plate comprised of a 14.0 gauge fo~ming that covers the front of the invention. This cover plate slips into the front base of the invention and locks and the top of both the cover plate and the invention~s top front face. Note that the plate wraps around the front face of the unit at a length of one and one-half inches(l-l/2") on both the sides and top of the invention. This addition is generally meant for server-unit type applications, but not restricted to only use of same.Drawing seven(7) shows the rear view of the invention.
The embodiments of the invention in which an exclusive property or privilege is claimed are defined as follows:
A: In the case of the apparatus- The Shielded Double-Locking Mechanism comprised of a formed 10 gauge mild steel forming, caped on both the top and the bottom; seal welded all around and ground flat on the outside surfaces.
(Page 2) CA 0220~133 1997-0~-13 This forming surrounds both the primary and secondary double locking locks. The Primary, being a 4-mushroom-pin style; barrel and shank lock. The Secondary, a Double locking, 4-mushroom-pin style padlock inclosed within its own HSS 2"x 2"x 0.188"x 4.0" long box with a cap plate on the top.This is to prevent direct access from above to the enclosed padlock, even when the Primary Shield is removed. Without the unlocking of the Secondary and removal of the lock, the side bar cannot be opened. This side bar is the only access to the inside of the invention.
The Primary forming and lock have a double purpose as well.
The forming wraps around the secondary lock shield and then wraps around the back of the main cage frame as well as interlocking with the swing bar that closes the left side of the invention. Once again the only access to the interior of the invention is this side bar and Shielded Double-Locking mechanism.
B: In the case of the Frame itself, the surrounding frame is comprised of a two(2), one-half inch(1/2") solid alloy steel formings. The over-all molecular structure can vary as ~ong as a Brinell Hardness of a min. of HB321 to 363 is maintained. Also important is a Charpy V-Notch factor of 15 ft.-lbs min. at -50'F.
needed.This factor is at the discretion of the inventor. The following product was instrumental in the proto-type design and development of the invention: a 4-1/4~ Nickel-Chromium-Molybdenum Alloy Steel (EN30B Bar, supplied by British Steel Alloys whose metallic properties fulfil the requirements quite well. The composition of the EN30B Bar has the following characteristics:
C:.28/33,Sl:.10/.35, Mn:.40/.60, P:.025 max.,S:.015 max, Ni:4.00/4.30, Cr:1.10/1/24, Mo:20/40. These frames are welded to two(2) 1-1/2~xl-1/2"x3/16~ A36 mild steel angles with a length to achieve an overall length clearance of approximately 7/8", in comparison to the length of the computer tower case itself.
The height clearance within the invention is 7/8", and the width clearance is approximately 1" overall(both side clearance measurements combined)once the computer tower is placed and locked within the invention.
The Base and Width of the invention is comprised of two(2)-
2"x2"x3/16" A36 Mild Steel angles which are welded to the base of the 1/2" round Alloy steel formings across the bottom open width and connected length by a 3"x3/16" A36 Mild Steel flat bar, cut to a length to achieve a '~square" form through the lnvention.This flat bar is drilled in four(4) corners to size for the fasteners that pass through and form the solid anchor of the base.
The Side bar and the locking shield combine to form the left side of the invention. The side bar is welded to a piece of round HSS of an internal diameter of one-half inch(1/2") and a length of three and one-half inches(3-1/2"). This piece connected to the side bar rests on an identical sized piece of round HSS that is welded to the vertical alloy bar to maintain a level height for the locking side bar. (page 3) CA 0220~133 1997-0~-13 The Right side of the unit has a 3"x3/16" mild steel flat bar running the length of the invention and an identical height and length as the left side to maintain a perfect form based on 90.0 degree rectangular shape around the computer tower on all sides and views.
Once the unit is fully welded, a baked on powder-coat is applied to the invention with a choice of colours and textures that are supplied by the powder-coating service. The standard coating is to be similar to the case of the computer itself. This gives the invention an ability to blend in with the office's appearance so as to not be overly obvious or clash with the decor.
Due to the floating Height, Width and Length specs which the invention works within, it makes this invention completely compatible to wrap its shape to every computer tower or hardware design style that need protection from assault.
This invention will become one of the most effective deterrents to the theft and tampering of computer towers~ for time to come.
(page 4)
The Side bar and the locking shield combine to form the left side of the invention. The side bar is welded to a piece of round HSS of an internal diameter of one-half inch(1/2") and a length of three and one-half inches(3-1/2"). This piece connected to the side bar rests on an identical sized piece of round HSS that is welded to the vertical alloy bar to maintain a level height for the locking side bar. (page 3) CA 0220~133 1997-0~-13 The Right side of the unit has a 3"x3/16" mild steel flat bar running the length of the invention and an identical height and length as the left side to maintain a perfect form based on 90.0 degree rectangular shape around the computer tower on all sides and views.
Once the unit is fully welded, a baked on powder-coat is applied to the invention with a choice of colours and textures that are supplied by the powder-coating service. The standard coating is to be similar to the case of the computer itself. This gives the invention an ability to blend in with the office's appearance so as to not be overly obvious or clash with the decor.
Due to the floating Height, Width and Length specs which the invention works within, it makes this invention completely compatible to wrap its shape to every computer tower or hardware design style that need protection from assault.
This invention will become one of the most effective deterrents to the theft and tampering of computer towers~ for time to come.
(page 4)
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Priority Applications (2)
| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
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| CA 2205133 CA2205133A1 (en) | 1997-05-13 | 1997-05-13 | An armored anti-theft computer tower restraint with a shielded double-locking mechanism; plus server shield |
| CA 2214699 CA2214699A1 (en) | 1997-05-13 | 1997-09-04 | Armored anti-theft device |
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| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
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| CA 2205133 CA2205133A1 (en) | 1997-05-13 | 1997-05-13 | An armored anti-theft computer tower restraint with a shielded double-locking mechanism; plus server shield |
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| CA2205133A1 true CA2205133A1 (en) | 1998-11-13 |
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| CA 2205133 Abandoned CA2205133A1 (en) | 1997-05-13 | 1997-05-13 | An armored anti-theft computer tower restraint with a shielded double-locking mechanism; plus server shield |
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