Patents by Inventor James D. Colfer

James D. Colfer has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 5685115
    Abstract: An integrated wall panel for building construction comprising a framing structure secured to a reinforced concrete stemwall. The framing structure comprises two vertical end studs and the stemwall comprises a mass of concrete surrounding reinforcing means and extending between lower portions of the studs. Additional framing members including horizontal framing members and intermediate studs are secured to the end studs and the stemwall. A mass of concrete surrounds the reinforcing means and fills the stemwall form, making an integral panel. Preferably, the concrete extends into a channel in the end studs to secure the stemwall to the end studs. The integrated wall system may be configured to receive floor joists or may have additional reinforcing rods extending perpendicularly from the panel to support a poured concrete floor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 1995
    Date of Patent: November 11, 1997
    Inventor: James D. Colfer