Reinforcement devices, systems and methods for constructing and reinforcing the foundation of a structure

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to reinforcement devices, systems and methods for use in constructing new structures, including post frame structures. Specifically, the present disclosure relates to reinforcement devices, systems and methods for replacing traditional wood and/or precast concrete columns utilized in building a new construction foundation, with a height adjustable foundation column assembly constructed from a corrosion resistant material. The present disclosure also relates to reinforcement devices, systems and methods useful for reinforcing existing post frame structures, particularly those with framing elements requiring repair.

We claim: 
     
         1 . A system for constructing and supporting a foundation for a structure, the system comprising:
 a supporting column for a structure;   a bracket secured to the supporting column; and,   a grade board configured for engagement with the bracket.   
     
     
         2 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein the bracket comprises an upper portion, an opposing lower portion and a center section positioned between and connecting the upper portion and the lower portion. 
     
     
         3 . The system of  claim 2 , wherein the upper portion comprises a first section angled outward from a top of the center section and a second vertical section connected to the first section. 
     
     
         4 . The system of  claim 2 , wherein the lower portion comprises a first section extending horizontally from a bottom of the center section and a second vertical section connected to the first section. 
     
     
         5 . The system of  claim 1  wherein the bracket is configured for securing the grade board between the upper portion and the lower portion. 
     
     
         6 . The system of  claim 1 , wherein grade board comprises a first section, a middle second and an opposing second section. 
     
     
         7 . The system of  claim 6 , wherein the first section is connected through the middle section to the second section forming a U-shaped configuration. 
     
     
         8 . The system of  claim 6 , wherein the first section of the grade board includes a center longitudinal ridge. 
     
     
         9 . The system of  claim 6 , wherein the second section of the grade board includes a center longitudinal ridge. 
     
     
         10 . The system of  claim 8 , wherein the longitudinal ridge is configured for engagement with a corresponding longitudinal ridge on a complementary grade board. 
     
     
         11 . The system of  claim 10 , wherein the engagement of the grade board with another grade board form a stacked structure for forming a foundation for a structure. 
     
     
         12 . A device for constructing a foundation for a structure, the device comprising
 a bracket; and,   a grade board configured for engagement with the bracket.   
     
     
         13 . The device of  claim 12 , wherein the bracket comprises an upper portion, a center section and an opposing lower portion. 
     
     
         14 . The device of  claim 13 , wherein the the bracket is configured for securing the grade board between the upper portion and the lower portion. 
     
     
         15 . The device of  claim 14 , wherein the bracket is configured for securing more than one grade board between the upper portion and the lower portion. 
     
     
         16 . The device of  claim 12 , wherein the grade board comprises a first section connected through a middle section to a second section forming a U-shaped configuration. 
     
     
         17 . The device of  claim 12  wherein the grade board is configured for engagement of one grade board with a second grade board. 
     
     
         18 . The device of  claim 17 , wherein the grade board includes a ridge within the first section and the second section. 
     
     
         19 . The device of  claim 17 , wherein the ridge of one grade board is configured for engagement with the ridge of a second grade board. 
     
     
         20 . The device of  claim 17 , wherein the engagement of the grade board with another grade board form a stacked structure for forming a foundation for a structure.