Abstract: A water gap managed breakaway device includes a frame including an opening for fixing the frame relative to a fence post within a water gap and including at least one projection substantially perpendicular to a fence passing over the water gap, and a joining member configured to join the at least one projection with the fence by maintaining tension between the fence and the at least one projection, the tension releasable by operation of debris on the joining member while the debris passes through the water gap.

Abstract: The present invention provides a guard which is a surface that is adapted for mounting over the open end of the tread of a step of an open stairway such that when associated with a stairway: the exposed area of the OTEP is reduced. The present invention further provides for a retention means to maintain stable association of the guard with the stairway. The present invention further comprises kits comprising one or more guards, one or more retention means and instructions for use.

Abstract: The present invention provides a guard which is a surface that is adapted for mounting over the open end of the tread of a step of an open stairway such that when associated with a stairway: the exposed area of the OTEP is reduced. The present invention further provides for a retention means to maintain stable association of the guard with the stairway. The present invention further comprises kits comprising one or more guards, one or more retention means and instructions for use.

Abstract: A plasticized fence clipping system comprises fence posts, fence rails, wire panels, having top wires, plasticized rail clips having wire recesses for locking the top wires therein, and plasticized double-locking-head arms. The plasticized rail clips and plasticized double-locking-head arms are for quickly and easily locking and releasing the top wires to and from the inside of the fence rails, respectively, such that the plasticized fence clipping system absorbs vibrations exerted on the fence and prevents the metal components of the fence from contacting and grinding against one another, to keep the fence quiet and to prevent the metal components from rusting. The plasticized fence clipping system is affordable and reliable, is quick and easy to install, requires no tools, saves materials, eliminates personal injuries, can be operated by hand, and requires only one person to install the fence.

Abstract: A safety barrier system is a visual barrier having a rigid and detachable top and bottom rail. The barrier is of light weight construction, its main components being made of aluminum and nylon. It consists of a top and bottom T-shaped aluminum rail, the rails being joined by means of nylon straps of various widths that are suspended between the rails, the widths and spacing of the straps depending on the particular configuration, of which there may be a number of variations. At each rail end, both top and bottom rails, there is a loop of nylon strap. The straps are used to fix the barrier to the T-top bollards or star pickets. The top rail ends can include secondary straps for binding the ends of the top rail to the ends of a bottom rail when a section of the safety barrier is rolled up for storage or transport.

Abstract: Devices, systems and methods of mounting plastic translucent panels and/or colored panels and/or advertising panels to balconies, banisters and stair railings using magnetic fasteners and clips, to protect pets and small children. The panels can be attached by a plurality of strips of double sided magnetic tape to the posts of the banister. Snapable clips can be attached to the posts above and below the panel to further hold the panel to the banister.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a security barrier for preventing trespass onto a water vessel. The security barrier includes one or more modular frame members, a strand of razor wire attached to the frame member and a suspension fastener for removably suspending the security barrier from a mounting surface of a water vessel.

Abstract: A security barrier system includes a security barrier unit including a first panel group, a second panel group, a connecting member for connecting the first panel group and the second panel group. The first and second panel groups are disposed substantially in parallel and face each other. Each of the first and second panel groups includes one or more sub-panel groups, each of which includes barrier panels arranged in line, intermediate members each disposed between adjacent barrier panels, rope tubes and ropes. Each barrier panel has a front face, a rear face and side faces and has channels passing through from one side face to another side face. The rope tubes are disposed in the channels, respectively, so that the rope tubes pass through the barrier panels and the intermediate members. The barrier panels and the intermediate members are connected by the ropes disposed in the rope tubes.

Abstract: A fence that bounds the outfield of a game played with bat and ball comprises a plurality of mesh panels suspended from a plurality of support posts, with foul posts at either end. The fence can be readily assembled and disassembled. The support posts' anchors can be covered when the fence is disassembled, so that the field is usable for other sports. The function of the fence is twofold: (1) to minimize injury to a player who runs into the fence and (2) to confine such a player within the field of play should the player impact the fence.

Abstract: A fence that bounds the outfield of a game played with bat and ball comprises a plurality of mesh panels suspended from a plurality of support posts, with foul posts at either end. The fence can be readily assembled and disassembled. The support posts' anchors can be covered when the fence is disassembled, so that the field is usable for other sports. The function of the fence is twofold: (1) to minimize injury to a player who runs into the fence and (2) to confine such a player within the field of play should the player impact the fence.

Abstract: Devices, systems and methods of mounting plastic translucent panels and/or colored panels and/or advertising panels to balconies, banisters and stair railings using magnetic fasteners and clips, to protect pets and small children. The panels can be attached by a plurality of strips of double sided magnetic tape to the posts of the banister. Snapable clips can be attached to the posts above and below the panel to further hold the panel to the banister.

Abstract: A compact, collapsible, wheel-anchored display barrier is anchored to the ground via the wheel of an automobile. The barrier post is a pivotable, telescoping arm that can be swiveled then locked about a 180° arc to allow the barrier to accommodate different sized vehicles. When a barrier is positioned under each vehicle tire, a retractable lanyard extends from the top of each telescoping arm and is connect to the telescoping arm of the adjacent barrier, located at the adjacent wheel.

Abstract: A rockfall protection system may include a plurality of supports that each have a support head, along with a catch net, an upper support cable guiding an upper edge of the catch net at the support heads, and an upper central cable and a lower central cable guiding the catch net in a central support area of the supports. The lower central cable may be tensioned using side anchors provided with at least one braking element. The system may also include a lower support cable guiding a lower edge of the catch net and being guided together with the lower edge of the catch net on the downhill side of and separated from the supports. The braking element may be connected to the side anchor and to the central cable by a cable loop. The side anchor and central cable may be connected via a predetermined breaking point.

Abstract: A security barrier for use in a water location includes a plurality of barrier units, each having a plurality of individual panels; toppers attached between the barrier units for connecting the barrier units to one another and for disengaging the barrier units from one another when an impact occurs on the security barrier; butt plates attached between the toppers; a rope and a tube containing the rope for connecting individual panels; and a vertical pin for engaging the toppers and the butt plates.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a glass barrier system including at least one post adapted to support at least one piece of glass above a base structure, such as a concrete slab or a masonry wall. The post is connected with a support member extending from the base structure. In one embodiment, aluminum posts are supported by steel members embedded into and extending from concrete so as to suspend the aluminum posts above the concrete. Some embodiments of the present invention also utilize a glazing bead to help hold the glass in place with respect to the posts. The glass barrier system can also include a rail connected with the glass.

Abstract: A molded plastic fence having a unitary front fence section and a unitary rear fence section is provided. The unitary front fence section and the unitary rear fence section are coupled together to form a fence without visible molding artifacts. To emulate a traditional wooden fence, the fence sections preferably include various fence elements such as posts, slats and rails. The fence elements on each fence section typically have a planar member with an inner side and a raised edge extending from the inner side. The molding artifacts are disposed on the inner sides of the fence elements. The unitary front fence section and a unitary rear fence section are coupled with the raised edges engaging each other. In this configuration the molding artifacts are hidden from view and the fence elements appear as solid.

Abstract: A high security fence which includes strengthening cables. The cables extend internally within the aligned rails of the fence, and through cable passageways formed in the posts which support the fence rails. The cables are anchored adjacent each end by a substrate. Anchors are installed on each end of the cable to resist pullout of the cable from the substrate, which may be a concrete-filled bollard post installed in a buried concrete deadman.

Abstract: A fence system for quickly establishing an outfield fence and possibly a back stop for a ball game uses a series of bases with a post receivable within each base. A section of tarp extends between adjacent posts such that clips are attached to each corner of the tarp and two clips at an end of the tarp are attached to a post. The clips are received within slots at the top and bottom of each post with the top capped to prevent clip discharge. Bulbous ends of the clip prevent lateral discharge of the clip from the slot. Alternately, a single section of tarp is removably attachable to each end post via cooperating hook and loop material with the tarp passing through slots on interior posts. An end brace may be used to stabilize end posts of the fence as well as to act as a visual aid for determining what constitutes a foul ball.

Abstract: A high security fence which includes strengthening cables. The cables extend internally within the aligned rails of the fence, and through cable passageways formed in the posts which support the fence rails. The cables are anchored adjacent each end by a substrate. Anchors are installed on each end of the cable to resist pullout of the cable from the substrate, which may be a concrete-filled bollard post installed in a buried concrete deadman.

Abstract: A portable safety barricade meeting known safety standards and having a plurality of horizontally attached straps and vertically attached straps. The horizontal straps are preferably attached to support poles or other structural members and then ratcheted to a desired tension. The vertical straps are preferably attached between and in a perpendicular fashion to the horizontal straps. Preferably, a ratcheting device is attached at one end of the horizontal straps to allow tensioning of the barricade. The barricade may be attached to poles which can be attached to a grating or to another surface as desired to maintain a safety barricade. The barricade is easy to assemble, is portable and meets safety requirements of offshore rigs, as well as construction sites in order to keep machinery and personnel out of harms way.

Abstract: A fence assembly includes anchor brackets mountable to a first support wall. An anchor post is conjoined to the anchor brackets, has opposed top and bottom ends and is formed from rigid and non-corrosive material. Couplings are conjoined to the anchor post, are detachable therefrom and positional along a length thereof. A cylindrical housing defines a cavity therein, is provided with a slot and is formed from rigid and non-corrosive material. A screen passes through the slot, is formed from transparent material and can be adapted along at least a 180 degree arcuate path when extended. A rectilinear auxiliary post is permanently attached to a distal screen end, travels along an entire length thereof and is situated to an exterior of the housing. Latching brackets are connected to the auxiliary post and are engageable to a second support wall.

Abstract: A removable barricade system having a first sleeve to be affixed to a first bollard, a second sleeve to be affixed to a second bollard, and a barricade attached to the first and second sleeves, the barricade blocks the area between the first and second bollards.

Abstract: The invention relates to an improved design of wire tensioner for use in electric wire fences. As well as attaching a wire to a fence post, and tensioning the wire, the device also insulates the wire from the metal post. The device comprises an insulating means or body which has an engagement face for engaging with internal surface of a fence post and a spring for applying a tensioning force to the wire. Any changes in the length of the wire due to ambient temperature variation can be absorbed by the spring, thus minimising maintenance adjustments of the wire tension. The spring may also be used to press the engagement face against the surface of the fence post, and therefore hold the device in position. The present invention also provides for installing the (wire tensioner) devices inside a fence post (which is fitted with a cover) and which contains the high voltage (HV) and earth wire connections.

Abstract: An ornamental guardrail system that has an improved base assembly, which allows water and debris to escape from the deck surface. The system uses a mounting arrangement that supports the glass panels above the surface of the deck without using full-height posts. This mounting arrangement makes a structural glass railing useful in many types of construction projects that require the surface water to sheet flow under the railing system, or to achieve a certain visual style.

Abstract: A defense barrier for protecting a target from critical damage from the impact of a predetermined group of aircraft comprises: a plurality of towers spaced from the target, each tower being spaced from a neighboring tower by a distance less than the wingspan of an aircraft in the predetermined group of aircraft having the smallest wingspan in the group; each tower being spaced from the target at least a distance d given by the formula: d=h/tan(theta) where h is the height of the tower and theta is the smallest vertical approach angle of any aircraft from the predetermined group of aircraft sufficient to inflict critical damage to the target.

Abstract: A weather resistant fence covering that is attachable to the top rail of fence, while covering most of the rail of the top railing and any exposed ends thereof, and a side covering component that is attachable to the boards of a wooden fence so as to prevent weathering, hide knots, splintered wood, discolored wood, and cracks in the wood while providing a uniform look that will not rot. The weather resistant fence covering includes a top covering component, a corner covering component and a side covering component. The top covering component covers most of the rail of the railing. The corner covering component joins facing ends of the top covering component that are adjacent and not collinearlly-aligned.

Abstract: A barrier, which is intended to intercept a crashing airplane before it reaches a target, comprises an array of spaced towers. Each tower is several hundred feet tall. Each tower comprises a trusswork including three steel tubes, which are filled with a cementitious material, such as grout, in a triangular array wherein one tube is closer to the target. Guys interconnect the towers to one another and to ground anchors. Each tube comprises plural sections having end flanges, at which those sections are bolted to one another, and gaskets to prevent the cementitious material, as it is being pumped, from being extruded between the flanges before it has cured.

Abstract: A stable portable handrail system able to withstand significant weight and stress through sound securement of surface-engaging components thereof. The system first includes a plurality of spaced-apart vertical members each having at a base a pivoting vacuum cup assembly for vacuum engagement with a substantially horizontal surface upon which the handrail system is to be accommodated. At least one horizontal member is connected to each vertical member, and at least one brace member extends in outrigger fashion to the horizontal surface at an angle with respect to the vertical members. The base of the brace member likewise is a pivoting vacuum cup assembly for vacuum engagement with the horizontal surface. Preferably, all vacuum cup assemblies include respective valves for external application of a vacuum source for stable system vacuum securement throughout the term of use of the handrail system.

Abstract: A fence structure made from steel rods approximately five eighths inch in diameter and having a tensile strength of about ninety thousand pounds, the fence structure comprising a plurality of horizontally extending and vertically spaced rods interconnected by a plurality of horizontally spaced vertical rods which are welded at their points of intersection to the horizontal rods.

Abstract: A lattice girder generally including a top rail, a bottom rail, vertical end posts and slanted crossbeams, wherein all of the members consist of uniform hollow sections that may be fitted into one another and thereby rigidly interconnected. The girder rail consists of two half-sections (18,19) internally provided with longitudinal flanges (20, 21) having transverse serrations so that the two half-sections may be permanently secured to one another by pressing them together with the serrations in mutual engagement. The end of a slanted crossbeam (24) having notches (at 25 and 26) is inserted into openings (22,23) in the half-sections to lock and engage the rail. Weldless lattice girders may thus be produced, in particular for forming a walkway guardrail.

Abstract: Crane swing warning system is disclosed for a crane that has an undercarriage, which is independent from its cab body, connected by a turntable that the upper crane body rotates about on a vertical axis. The crane swing warning system consists of a continuous plastic caution tape extended out and around the upper crane body by supports adjustable in 360 degrees, and in length, fully retractable or completely removed. This crane swing warning system is to warn individuals of the movement of the upper crane body as to prevent the individuals from being struck by or being caught between the rotating upper crane body and the crane undercarriage.

Abstract: A wildlife barrier is provided for preventing certain species of wildlife, such as alligators and turtles, from crossing a boundary between two areas, thereby preventing potentially harmful encounters with humans and other animal species. The wildlife barrier includes one or more sections extending along the boundary, each section including a pair of stakes structured and disposed to be driven into the ground so that an upper portion of the stakes extends vertically above the ground surface. Panels are vertically supported between the stakes on a wire cord pulled taut and secured to the stakes. Spacer elements fitted to the cord maintain the panels at equally spaced intervals, in parallel relation to one another, with the panels hanging from the cord so that a bottom edge of the panels is maintained close to the ground surface.

Abstract: An improved electric fence wire construction, especially for intensive grazing, is comprised of an electrically conductive wire core, sandwiched between the two halves of a single strip of thin metallic foil. The foil is folded upon itself, enveloping the wire core. The halves are bonded together by a suitable adhesive which does not inhibit flexibility of the improved wire. The foil serves to purposes, the first being to enhance visibility for the animals. Secondly, the foil offers much more electrically conductive surface area than a bare wire, so a more effective deterrent is presented to the animal. The wire can be used as a component of a permanent electrified perimeter fence, or in a temporary movable electric fence. The improved wire is especially useful in a method of intensive grazing wherein the improved wire is a component of at least two temporary fences that are moved at regular intervals.

Abstract: A net web is supported by upper and lower float and weight lines by a connecting structure which is connected to the respective line to resist movement along the line. Each connecting structure has an outer portion with a locking opening therein and cooperates with a cord loop. An inner loop end portion of the cord loop cooperates with the line and the connecting structure to resist movement along the line. An outer loop end portion passes through the selvage of the fish net web and cooperates with an adjacent connecting structure and its associated loop. The cord loop of one connecting structure passes through the locking opening in an adjacent connecting structure, and a cord loop of the said adjacent connecting structure passes through the cord loop of the said one structure to interfere therewith to prevent separation of the cord loop of the said one structure from the adjacent connecting structure.

Abstract: A drift fence for retaining drifting snow and sand, and to be used as a barrier for people and animal control is disclosed. The drift fence is provided with tubular slats held together by parallel cords or cables and spaced apart by a plurality of retainers. Each retainer has an H-shape to receive tubular slats between the parallel legs and is held to the slats by the parallel cord or cables.

Abstract: When a piece of an upright 2" by 4" lumber is used as a cross member of a sawhorse, staging, or scaffolding, a drop over hanger is removably lowered down over the upright piece of 2" by 4" lumber. Thereafter, on opposite sides of the 2" by 4" lumber, this drop over hanger positions its integral respective two sets of four originally upstanding spaced top entry projecting slotted tabs, one set being on each side of the 2" by 4" lumber. When a like second drop over hanger, oriented upside down and rotated ninety degrees to the first one, is manipulated to interfit with a set of four originally upstanding spaced top entry projecting slotted tabs, but now facing downwardly, to a like set of the first drop over hanger, then this second drop over hanger is positioned to support another piece of 2" by 4" lumber at right angles to the first piece of 2" by 4" lumber.

Abstract: A guard fence system is useful for preventing persons from falling off bleachers. The guard fence system comprises at least two upright posts mounted to the bleachers. Each post has a lower U-channel and an upper U-channel spaced a predetermined distance apart. The lower and upper U-channels have respective slots that open into the top ends of the U-channels. A guard fence member comprises a rectangular frame covered with a grill material. Upper and lower pins extend oppositely from the frame vertical members. The lower pins of the guard fence member are inserted into the slots of the lower U-channel. The guard fence member is pivoted to a generally vertical attitude such that the guard fence member upper pins are proximate the upper U-channels on the posts. The guard fence member is lifted and further pivoted until the upper pins thereof are vertically over the slots of the corresponding upper U-channels on the posts.

Abstract: A fastener for sheet material includes a fork member mounted on a fixture and having a pair of outwardly diverging arms, and a keeper member which is placeable in a locking position between the arms. A portion of sheet material disposed between the fork member and the keeper member is held therebetween even when a tensioning force is applied to the portion, since the portion thereby applies a torsional force to the keeper member to bias the keeper member into a locking position within the fork member.

Abstract: A permanent fence post fabricated of cement incorporating reinforcement elements 10 interacting with and secured to straps 6 which extend through the post transverse to the length thereof and serve to support framing members 4.

Abstract: An elemental net for a multiple element aircraft arresting net system. The elemental net has a single upper horizontal strap, several vertical straps having top ends and bottom ends, and at least two lower horizontal straps. The top ends of the vertical straps are directly affixed to the upper horizontal strap at spaced intervals along the upper horizontal strap. The bottom ends of the vertical straps are alternatingly affixed to one of the lower horizontal straps so that the lower horizontal straps are free to move relative to each other to a significant degree and so that lifting of one vertical strap will tend to lift only one of the lower horizontal straps in the vicinity of the vertical strap being lifted. The present invention provides a variable window which is free to expand or contract during aircraft engagement, permitting easier penetration of the net by a greater mix of aircraft.

Abstract: A post and rail assembly comprising a rail having one end of a flexible tether secured thereto, and a post provided with an aperture through which the flexible tether can be passed. The other end of the tether is provided with an enlarged head which in at least one orientation with respect to the aperture is incapable of passing therethrough. A locking element is releasably engageable with the post to restrict the aperture and prevent both passage of the enlarged head therethrough and removal of the end of the tether therefrom.

Abstract: A safety netting for use at construction sites to prevent objects from falling from upper stories comprises a unitary web including a main portion provided with apertures to form a net-like lattice and a continuous bendable toeboard portion. The toeboard portion is bent along a longitudinally extending line to form an edge strip and a contiguous toeboard strip oriented at approximately a 90 degree angle with respect to one another. The edge strip is then attached to a horizontal floor surface, while the lattice portion of the netting is attached to pillars or other vertical supports at the construction site.

Abstract: A safety barrier assembly for a building under construction comprises a continuous barrier in sheet form having a height several feet above the floor and a toeboard secured to a cable spaced only a few inches from the floor, the free end of the toeboard lying on but being unsecured to the floor.

Abstract: A barrier or safety guard for preventing the escape of small children from a safe area, having as its basic element a panel of flexible material, preferably in the form of netting with relatively small apertures therein. A border of flexible material is provided for the periphery of the panel and has a plurality of spaced openings around the entire periphery of the panel. These openings are provided with grommets and a plurality of ties or laces by which the borders of the panel can be fastened to points on the supporting structure. The panel can be folded in either or both dimensions to adjust its size to smaller dimensions. Small sub-panels can be used to prevent the main panel from being dislodged.

Abstract: The head of a hammock is maintained in a spread condition and attached to its support ropes by an extruded elongate member having open and closed longitudinal slots within which the ends of the hammock support ropes and the corresponding head of the hammock are respectively secured, with the transverse profile of each slot being of a substantially C-shaped configuration.

Abstract: A tether anchorage is provided for supporting barrier planks of free standing posts of portable barrier systems wherein an elongated plug with a head, flat intermediate tongue and body has a tether secured to one end of the plug and with the head of the plug being receivable in a slot and apertures in the wall of the post to suspend the plank by the tether.

Abstract: Partially submerged, buoyant portable marine fence has netting material attached to series of float-supported longitudinally spaced upright fence poles which extend from bottom of water to above the surface of water. Floats are attached to each pole at the low water elevation on each pole. When horizontal wind or water forces are exerted upon fence, poles pivot about detachable ballasts located at the base of each pole.

Abstract: The protective barrier comprises a sheet of netting substantially following the ground transverse to the slope and held spread out upright by posts. The posts are held by upstream and downstream stays on a guide in the direction of the slope, the guide being formed by a loop of cable stretched between two pulleys anchored in the ground and having a bearing strand to which the stays and the post are attached. A mooring cable upstream of the netting retains the attachment place of the upstream stay on the bearing strand. The cable is equipped with shock-absorbing means adapted to allow a length of reserve cable to run when subjected to strong tension. The impact of blocks of stones causes the posts to fall back on either side of the place of impact, the motion being slowed down by the shock-absorbing means. The sheet of netting remains stretched and the posts do not bend.

Abstract: Wire latticework for a fence composed of vertical wire members and horizontal wire members. The latticework is formed at least at its upper with a cylindrical part which are provided by forming the end portions of the vertical wire members and the horizontal wire members thereon.

Abstract: A flexible barrier element for a passageway defined by two spaced posts is held in a raised taut position to block the passageway by placement of a hand lever having a lost motion connection with the barrier element in a level position of engagement with a bracket fixed on one post. Swinging of the hand lever to a depressed position relative to the bracket on which it is pivotally mounted slackens the flexible barrier element and lowers it to a ground level position allowing unobstructed passage between the posts defining the passageway. A second bracket on the second post has a flexible barrier element attached to it.