Patents by Inventor Mark A. Back

Mark A. Back 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: 9187945
    Abstract: A multi-component door frame assembly, including a door jamb having a length and contact surface. A plurality of ribs along the length of the door jamb and extending distally from the contact surface. A door stop detachably fixed to the door jamb and adapted to receive a door when the door is in a closed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2015
    Assignee: Diversified Structural Composites, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark A. Back, Geoffrey C. Card
  • Publication number: 20140165367
    Abstract: A screw attachment plug includes a proximal portion having a first diameter and a first height, a middle portion having a second, constant diameter, a second height and a means for preventing rotation of the plug relative to the substrate and the portion. The screw attachment also includes a distal portion including a distal end, proximal end, and an outer surface therebetween. The plug includes a bore through the proximal, middle and distal portions adapted to receive a screw and a plurality of slots in the distal section, each defined by an open space between the outer surface and the bore thereby separating the distal portion into a plurality of sections. The open spaces are adapted to expand when a screw is inserted into the bore to thereby expand at least the middle and distal portions within the substrate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2013
    Publication date: June 19, 2014
    Applicant: DIVERSIFIED STRUCTURAL COMPOSITES, INC.
    Inventors: Mark A. Back, Geoffrey C. Card
  • Publication number: 20140069038
    Abstract: A multi-component door frame assembly, including a door jamb having a length and contact surface. A plurality of ribs along the length of the door jamb and extending distally from the contact surface. A door stop detachably fixed to the door jamb and adapted to receive a door when the door is in a closed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2013
    Publication date: March 13, 2014
    Inventors: Mark A. Back, Geoffrey C. Card
  • Publication number: 20140069019
    Abstract: A device for providing a seal between a door and at least a part of a doorway includes a door sash having a length, a hinged edge, a front portion, a back portion, and a plurality of curls on the hinged edge. The device also includes a door jamb proximal to the hinged edge, a door stop, a weather strip configured to engage the door sash and adapted to provide a first seal when the door is in the closed position, and a plurality of sealing members extending from the curls and adapted to provide at least a second seal between the door sash and the jamb.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2013
    Publication date: March 13, 2014
    Inventors: Mark A. Back, Geoffrey C. Card
  • Patent number: 8381490
    Abstract: A skylight or other like panel comprising a dual glazed framing system is provided. The dual glazed framing system includes opposing glazing panels, a frame with supporting ledges, and translucent insulating particulate material is encapsulated in a insulating cavity defined by the frame and the opposing panes. A movable fill guide is provided and allows for the compression of the translucent insulating particulate material. A method of creating a dual glazed framing system filled with translucent insulating particulate material is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2013
    Inventors: Mark A. Back, J. Michael Riley, John E. Welsh
  • Publication number: 20110036027
    Abstract: A skylight or other like panel comprising a dual glazed framing system is provided. The dual glazed framing system includes opposing glazing panels, a frame with supporting ledges, and translucent insulating particulate material is encapsulated in a insulating cavity defined by the frame and the opposing panes. A movable fill guide is provided and allows for the compression of the translucent insulating particulate material. A method of creating a dual glazed framing system filled with translucent insulating particulate material is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 13, 2010
    Publication date: February 17, 2011
    Inventors: Mark A. Back, J. Michael Riley, John E. Welsh
  • Patent number: 7836641
    Abstract: An eaves beam for a glazed roof system includes a base member and an upper member. The base member includes a base plate adapted to rest on a building wall and includes upstanding wall members. The base member can be fastened from the top into the wall with the fastener extended between the two upstanding wall members. In turn, the upper portion of the eaves beam includes downwardly extended legs which are adapted to fit over the base member and are fastened to the base member by screws extended laterally through the legs into the base member. This facilitates installation of the eaves beam and allows the roof to be pre-assembled, taken to the work site and installed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 5, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2010
    Assignee: Park Lane Conservatories Ltd.
    Inventors: Mark A. Back, J. Michael Riley, John E. Welsh
  • Patent number: 7392623
    Abstract: An eaves beam with framing which includes an eaves beam with an upper member and a lower member. The framing is comprised of an upper beam and a lower beam. The eaves beam can be pre-attached to the framing, allowing for a more efficient installation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 1, 2008
    Assignee: Park Lane Conservatories Ltd.
    Inventors: Mark A. Back, John E. Welsh, J. Michael Riley
  • Patent number: 7392622
    Abstract: An external soffit system for a conservatory roof which prevents unwelcome insects or birds from forming nests and provides a more aesthetically appealing appearance of the conservatory. The soffit also provides a platform from which lights or speakers may be mounted. The soffit and supporting structure also provide added protection to the conservatory roof structure from the elements.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 1, 2008
    Assignee: Park Lane Conservatories Limited
    Inventors: Mark A. Back, John Michael Riley
  • Publication number: 20080010909
    Abstract: An eaves beam for a glazed roof system includes a base member and an upper member. The base member includes a base plate adapted to rest on a building wall and includes upstanding wall members. The base member can be fastened from the top into the wall with the fastener extended between the two upstanding wall members. In turn, the upper portion of the eaves beam includes downwardly extended legs which are adapted to fit over the base member and are fastened to the base member by screws extended laterally through the legs into the base member. This facilitates installation of the eaves beam and allows the roof to be pre-assembled, taken to the work site and installed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 5, 2007
    Publication date: January 17, 2008
    Applicant: PARK LANE CONSERVATORIES LTD.
    Inventors: Mark Back, J. Riley, John Welsh
  • Patent number: 7246469
    Abstract: An eaves beam for a glazed roof system includes a base member and an upper member. The base member includes a base plate adapted to rest on a building wall and includes upstanding wall members. The base member can be fastened from the top into the wall with the fastener extended between the two upstanding wall members. In turn, the upper portion of the eaves beam includes downwardly extended legs which are adapted to fit over the base member and are fastened to the base member by screws extended laterally through the legs into the base member. This facilitates installation of the eaves beam and allows the roof to be pre-assembled, taken to the work site and installed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2002
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2007
    Assignee: Park Lane Conservatories Ltd.
    Inventors: Mark A. Back, J. Michael Riley, John E. Welsh
  • Patent number: 7191566
    Abstract: An internal drainage system for a conservatory roof which allows a conservatory to be used as dry living space. Condensation is channeled internally through the eaves beam and the supporting posts or mullions to an outlet outside of the conservatory. The condensed water is thus contained and prevented from adversely affecting the internal space of the conservatory.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2003
    Date of Patent: March 20, 2007
    Assignee: Park Lane Conservatories Ltd.
    Inventors: Mark A. Back, John E. Welsh, J. Michael Riley
  • Publication number: 20050166479
    Abstract: An eaves beam with framing which includes an eaves beam with an upper member and a lower member. The framing is comprised of an upper beam and a lower beam. The eaves beam can be pre-attached to the framing, allowing for a more efficient installation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 3, 2004
    Publication date: August 4, 2005
    Inventors: Mark Back, John Welsh, J. Riley
  • Publication number: 20040163329
    Abstract: An internal drainage system for a conservatory roof which allows a conservatory to be used as dry living space. Condensation is channeled internally through the eaves beam and the supporting posts or mullions to an outlet outside of the conservatory. The condensed water is thus contained and prevented from adversely affecting the internal space of the conservatory.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 25, 2003
    Publication date: August 26, 2004
    Inventors: Mark A. Back, John E. Welsh, J. Michael Riley
  • Publication number: 20040134134
    Abstract: An external soffit system for a conservatory roof which prevents unwelcome insects or birds from forming nests and provides a more aesthetically appealing appearance of the conservatory. The soffit also provides a platform from which lights or speakers may be mounted. The soffit and supporting structure also provide added protection to the conservatory roof structure from the elements.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 20, 2003
    Publication date: July 15, 2004
    Inventors: Mark A. Back, John Michael Riley
  • Publication number: 20040111985
    Abstract: An eaves beam for a glazed roof system includes a base member and an upper member. The base member includes a base plate adapted to rest on a building wall and includes upstanding wall members. The base member can be fastened from the top into the wall with the fastener extended between the two upstanding wall members. In turn, the upper portion of the eaves beam includes downwardly extended legs which are adapted to fit over the base member and are fastened to the base member by screws extended laterally through the legs into the base member. This facilitates installation of the eaves beam and allows the roof to be pre-assembled, taken to the work site and installed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 16, 2002
    Publication date: June 17, 2004
    Applicant: Park Lane Conservatory Roof Systems
    Inventors: Mark A. Back, J. Michael Riley, John E. Welsh
  • Patent number: 6308475
    Abstract: A sill for supporting a wall panel such as window panels for a modular solarium comprises a forward or outer sill, an intermediate rail, an inner channel, and an inner flange. The intermediate rail extends laterally inward from the outer sill. The rail includes a ramp and a raised surface. The ramp defines an outermost portion of the rail and extends upwardly from the outer sill to the raised surface. The rail terminates at the channel. The channel extends laterally between the rail and the flange. The bottom of a wall panel fits over the rail and has an inner leg which extends into the channel. Fasteners secure the inner leg on the wall panel to the inner flange.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 26, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 30, 2001
    Assignee: Modern Builders Supply, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas A. Crish, II, Jack Marstellar, Mark Back
  • Patent number: 5771640
    Abstract: A modular solarium includes (a) a plurality of prefabricated wall panels, each prefabricated wall panel including (i) at least one transparent sheet of material having a peripheral edge, and (ii) a peripheral frame of an L-shaped cross-section supporting the peripheral edge and positioned therearound, the peripheral frame having opposite exposed surfaces with an opening in at least one of the exposed surfaces; (b) a plurality of prefabricated ceiling panels, each prefabricated ceiling panel including (i) at least one transparent sheet of material having a peripheral edge, (ii) a peripheral frame of an L-shaped cross-section supporting the peripheral edge and positioned therearound, the peripheral frame having opposite exposed surfaces with an opening in at least one of the exposed surfaces; and (c) a plurality of joint members for connecting together the prefabricated panels, each joint member including (i) a joint frame member, and (ii) at least two protrusions extending from the joint frame member, each pro
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 30, 1998
    Inventor: Mark A. Back
  • Patent number: D435670
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 26, 2000
    Date of Patent: December 26, 2000
    Assignee: Modern Builders Supply, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas A. Crish, II, Jack Marstellar, Mark Back
  • Patent number: D788947
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2017
    Assignee: Gilkey Window Company
    Inventors: Michael Gilkey, Mark Back