Abstract: A vehicle with a vehicle frame and a windshield assembly that is mounted to the vehicle frame and closes an associated opening provided in the vehicle frame. The windshield assembly comprises at least one flexible element and at least one windshield. The at least one flexible element connects the at least one windshield to the vehicle frame for at least partially absorbing loads resulting from an impact on the at least one windshield. The at least one flexible element connects the at least one windshield to the vehicle frame such that the at least one windshield pivots relative to the vehicle frame by means of the at least one flexible element upon occurrence of an impact on the at least one windshield such that the at least one flexible element defines a hinge element.

Abstract: A retrofit adaptor is provided for retrofitting a glazing structure comprising an inner frame body and an outer frame body with windowpanes therebetween forming a glazed window. The retrofit adaptor comprises outer and inner connecting elements and a thermal break interposed therebetween and connected thereto. The outer connecting element for being connected to the outer frame body and defines an outer clearance hole therethrough. The inner connecting element for being connected to the inner frame body. The thermal break defines a cavity for receiving insulation therein. A mechanical fastener is insertable through the outer clearance hole of the outer connecting element when unconnected to the outer frame body and through the inner connecting element when mounted to the inner frame body, via the cavity, for being fastened to the inner frame body. The outer frame body is connectable to the outer connecting element for closing the outer clearance hole.

Abstract: A rupture valve is formed on a wall of a container and has a break line along which a wall thickness of the rupture valve is decreased. The break line has an outer edge line which defines an outer edge of an opening region and a plurality of division lines which divide the opening region. The outer edge line has: a first base line and a second base line formed discontinuously such that the first base line and the second base line extend in a first direction, and are formed in a spaced-apart manner in a second direction orthogonal to the first direction; a first support portion forming line formed on a breaking portion of the first base line and extending from the first base line toward the second base line; and a second support portion forming line formed on a breaking portion of the second base line.

Abstract: A window member is joined to a surface of a window-opening peripheral edge on an inside of a vehicle cabin through an adhesive to cover a window opening. A dam member for separating the window-opening peripheral edge and the window member from each other at a predetermined interval is interposed between the window-opening peripheral edge and the window member. The dam member is set at a position closer to an inner peripheral end of the window-opening peripheral edge than a set position of the adhesive when viewed in a penetrating direction of the window opening.

Abstract: A window for an above-ground pool is provided. The window includes a window portion (200) and a retainer bracket (250). The window portion (200) includes a window pane (210) and a peripheral rim (220) around a perimeter of the window pane (210). The peripheral rim (220) defines grooves (230) between inner and outer flanges (245, 235) on opposite side of the peripheral rim (220). The retainer bracket (250) includes a peripheral rim junction (260), a peripheral plate (270) and a joint (265) connecting the peripheral rim junction (260) and the peripheral plate (270).

Abstract: To prevent stress concentrations in the structure of an aircraft, an aircraft windshield assembly includes a peripheral frame, a windshield surrounded by the peripheral frame, the windshield comprising panes having respective lateral edges facing each other and respective other edges attached to the peripheral frame, and a pillar formed of at least one respective fishplate that covers the respective lateral edges facing each other and is bolted to the respective lateral edges facing each other, with no connection to the peripheral frame other than via the panes.

Abstract: Described is an anti-ligature enclosure for a wall-mounted apparatus. The enclosure includes a mounting box configured to be installed at least partially on a surface of a wall and at least partially within a space behind the wall. The mounting box includes a planar frame configured to be fastened to the surface of the wall and a recessed portion extending through the surface of the wall. The enclosure includes a mounting plate configured to contact and support the wall-mounted apparatus in an outward-facing position in the mounting box. The enclosure includes a cover plate configured to be securely fastened to at least part of an outer surface of the planar frame of the mounting box with one or more cover plate fasteners. The cover plate extends over and covers the wall-mounted apparatus and the mounting plate. An outer surface of the enclosure is flush-mounted to the surface of the wall.

Abstract: A releasable seal assembly is provided that may include a first extension profile and a second extension profile extending from a core. The first extension profile may include a first exit panel side wing resiliently hinged to the core, and a first host panel side wing extending from the core. The first exit panel side wing and the first host panel side wing may define a first key cavity, and the first exit panel side wing has a first arcuate surface that may define a first retention tongue recess of the first key cavity. Additionally, the first host panel side wing has a second arcuate surface that defines a second retention tongue recess of the first key cavity. The first exit panel side wing may include a first exit panel side wing tongue configured to be received within the second retention tongue recess.

Abstract: A fastening system has a fastening element and at least one fastening device having a flanged housing, a closure element, a hollow-sphere element and a spherical insert. The hollow-sphere element pivots about a first pivoting axis relative to the flanged housing, while the spherical insert pivots about a second pivoting axis in the hollow-sphere element. First engagement means in an opening of the spherical insert are of complementary design to second engagement means of the fastening element. The first and second engagement means are designed such that, in a first rotational position, the fastening element can be inserted freely into the opening and, in a second rotational position, the first and second engagement means engage in one another.

Abstract: Prior to dry-in of a building, constructing an outer frame within an external opening of the building by attaching a top piece to a top, attaching a first side piece to a first side, attaching a second side piece to a second side, and attaching a bottom piece to a bottom of the building opening. After constructing the outer frame within the external opening of the building, the method includes mounting glass to glass receiving surfaces of the top piece, the first side piece, the second side piece, and the bottom piece. After dry-in and interior wall finishing of the building, the method includes attaching a plurality of inner base caps to an interior of the outer frame. After dry-in and exterior wall finishing of the building, the method includes attaching a plurality of outer base caps to an exterior of the outer frame.

Abstract: It is provided a carrier for a vehicle window lifter comprising a pane holder that comprises two opposed clamping parts between which a gap is provided for receiving a portion of a window pane and which are to be connected to each other via at least one fastening element when the window pane is inserted into the gap. The pane holder forms a bearing portion for one of the clamping parts, on which a swivel axis for the one clamping part is defined, and a swivel element protruding into the gap is provided, by means of which the one clamping part is pivotable in the direction of the other clamping part about the swivel axis by inserting the window pane into the gap.

Abstract: A utility vehicle comprises a vehicle body frame including: right and left side frame sections, a cabin frame section surrounding a riding space where seats are provided, a cross frame section extending in a rightward and leftward direction at a location that is forward of the seats and connecting the side frame sections to each other, and a front frame section supporting a hood at a location that is forward of the cross frame section; a frame upper cover section disposed rearward of the hood and covering the cross frame section from above; and a windshield assembly which is detachably mountable on the vehicle body frame, at a location that is forward of the seats. A groove extending in the rightward and leftward direction is provided in an upper surface of the frame upper cover section, and a lower end portion of the windshield assembly is disposed at the groove.

Abstract: A window for use in a vehicle includes a plastic base sheet having an inner surface and an outer surface. A glass sheet is attached to the plastic base sheet. The glass sheet has an inner surface and an outer surface. The inner surface of the glass sheet faces the outer surface of the plastic base sheet. A plastic frame sheet is attached to the plastic base sheet. The plastic frame sheet has an inner surface and an outer surface. The inner surface of the plastic frame sheet faces the outer surface of the plastic base sheet. The plastic frame sheet has an opening exposing at least a portion of the glass sheet through the opening.

Abstract: A veneer panel may comprise an outer surface, and a heat resistant system coupled to the outer surface comprising at least one of a thermal barrier layer or an intumescent layer.

Abstract: A curved viewing window assembly for an electrical assembly having a non-flat curved surface such as an isophase bus duct or electrical motor housing, includes a curved lens assembly having a lens section disposed between a curved front grille and a curved rear grille and is transparent to infrared (IR), ultraviolet (UV), or visible light. The curved lens assembly is attached to an aperture disposed through a curved wall of the bus duct at a point proximate to the location in which electrical equipment within the bus duct is to be monitored. Disposed through each at the front and rear grilles is a plurality of viewing apertures permitting the IR, UV, or visible light from the electrical equipment or components to pass therethrough. A curved door is pivotably attached to the front grille to allow selective access to the curved infrared viewing window.

Abstract: A curtain wall system including panel units to be secured to a building structure between the building structure and an external space. Each panel unit includes a first mullion segment, a second mullion segment, and one or more panels. The first mullion segment of each of the panel units is attachable to a secured second mullion segment of an installed one of the panel units, to provide a mullion assembly defining a central cavity therein in which a central volume of air is isolated for at least partially thermally insulating the building structure relative to the external space, and a boundary region between the central cavity and the external space. Each mullion assembly includes one or more thermal insulator elements to at least partially define one or more thermal breaks between the external space and the boundary region.

Abstract: A panel mount including a base, a first jaw, and a second jaw is provided. The panel mount includes a first and second threaded hole in the first jaw having fasteners received therein. The first threaded hole is nearer to the base than the second threaded hole. The panel mount includes a first and a second protrusion when fasteners are adjusted to protrude from the first jaw towards the second jaw. The panel mount includes a pivot protrusion on the second jaw. A panel is to be fastened between the pivot protrusion and at least one of the first protrusion or the second protrusion. Further, when one of the threaded fasteners protrudes from the first jaw at a greater distance than the other of the threaded fasteners, the panel may pivot about an axis centered on the pivot protrusion.

Abstract: A method for producing blocks of windows (1). The method comprises the following steps: i) providing a frame consisting of frame profiled elements (2) having one or more panes (3) arranged therein, wherein a gap (4) can be formed between at least one frame profiled element (2) and the one or more panes (3), ii) inserting adaptable, particularly temporary, boundaries (7) for bounding the application region into the gap (4), wherein the application region is bounded by the boundaries (7) in the peripheral direction, the frame profiled element (2), and the one or more panes (3), and iii) introducing the curable plastic (6) into the application region.

Abstract: A sealing reducing washer is formed from a metallic reducing washer having a front surface, a rear surface, an outer periphery, and an inner periphery with a pliable rim secured over the outer periphery of the metallic reducing washer, a portion of the rim circumferentially depending below the rear surface of the metallic reducing washer adjacent the outer periphery of the metallic reducing washer so as to form a weathertight seal against a surface of an electrical enclosure when the sealing reducing washer is secured to the enclosure, and a pliable toroid circumferentially positioned adjacent the inner periphery of the metallic reducing washer and extending circumferentially above the front surface of the metallic reducing washer in the region adjacent the inner periphery of the metallic reducing washer, the toroid dimensioned to form a weathertight seal with an electrical conduit or raceway.

Abstract: A laminated transparency includes a first ply having a No. 1 surface and a No. 2 surface. A second ply is spaced from the first ply and has a No. 3 surface and a No. 4 surface, with the No. 2 surface facing the No. 3 surface. A polymeric interlayer is positioned between the first and second plies. At least one failure strip is incorporated into the interlayer to provide a predetermined failure orientation for the transparency.

Abstract: An armored window construction for a window opening of a body of a vehicle includes a bullet resistant pane, an armored inner frame arranged inside of the vehicle and overlapping at least part of a peripheral area of the bullet resistant pane, and a mounting frame for mounting the inner frame on the bullet resistant pane. The mounting frame is arranged within a peripheral step of the bullet resistant pane. The mounting frame includes a first part fixed on an inner surface of an outer glass pane of the bullet resistant pane within the peripheral step, and mounting protrusions protruding from the first part. The inner frame is fixed on the mounting protrusions. The first part of the mounting frame is pressed against a lowered window rabbet on an outside surface of the body of the vehicle.

Abstract: The pane module is composed by a border element (2) molded around the pane element (1) encasing it on the edge and interior faces. The frame may be of a rectangular configuration, but it is to be understood that more complex configurations may be necessary for achieving a water proof connection to the structure in which the window is mounted or to a surrounding window frame. A fitting (42) is embedded in the border element (2) during its manufacture and is subsequently or simultaneously connected to the frame (3). When using a wooden or extruded frame the fitting may be driven into the finished frame member and when using a molded frame the fitting may be embedded therein during molding.

Abstract: A composite material includes a polymeric matrix, at least one transparent region including a plurality of optically clear elements provided in the polymeric matrix and at least one opaque region including a plurality of opaque reinforcing elements provided in the polymeric matrix generally adjacent to the at least one transparent region. A structural window and a method for reinforcing a composite material are also disclosed.

Abstract: A spacer, window assembly, method of manufacturing a window assembly, and method of manufacturing a spacer is described herein involving window assemblies having three sheets of material, which will be referred to as a triple pane assembly. Two interior spaces are defined within the window assembly: a first air space between the first sheet and intermediary sheet and a second air space between the second sheet and the intermediary sheet.

Abstract: An assembly fixture allows for the incorporation of a decorative trim piece into an encapsulated window assembly. A method of utilizing the assembly fixture to incorporate the decorative trim piece into the vehicle window assembly is also provided.

Abstract: A flexure ring for a window assembly includes a continuous annular portion and a segmented portion. The continuous annular portion defines a ring axis. The segmented portion defines a plurality of circumferential segments. The continuous annular portion is connected to each circumferential segment by a respective neck. Each neck extends from the continuous annular portion to a respective one of the circumferential segments. The continuous annular portion, the segmented portion and the necks are configured to circumscribe a window pane.

Abstract: A connecting arrangement is provided for connecting at least two body components of a motor vehicle. The connecting arrangement includes, but is not limited to a pulling device, an elastic clamping element and a pressure distributor provided with a passage opening, which pressure distributor with its passage opening, can be supportingly brought to bear against a surface portion of the body component overlapping with a passage opening of the body component and the clamping element can be interactingly arranged on an outside of the pressure distributor facing away from the body component with the pulling device extending through the passage openings of the body component and of the pressure distributor.

Abstract: A molded product configured to be arranged along at least a portion of a lower corner portion of a window pane, the molded product comprising: an inward portion that faces an inner circumferential side of the window pane and abuts against a surface of the window pane; and at least one drainage passage that is provided to a portion of the inward portion arranged along the lower corner portion and that passes through the inward portion in inner and outer circumferential directions of the window pane, wherein an inlet portion of the drainage passage opens toward the inner circumferential side of the window pane, and wherein an outlet portion of the drainage passage is arranged further toward an outer circumferential side of the window pane than an end surface of the window pane and is spaced apart from the surface of the window pane.

Abstract: A window system for a vehicle includes a glazing assembly, a frame member having a portion for receiving the glazing assembly, and a mounting clip having a body and an extension that extends outwardly from the body of the mounting clip. The body of the mounting clip is configured to be attached to a body portion of a vehicle and the extension is configured to be attached to the frame member.

Abstract: A method and device are presented that creates a channel adjacent a nailing flange of a window in between the window and the rough opening that receives the window. The channel is created by establishing a barrier that prevents foam insulation inserted into the space between the window and the rough opening from reaching the nailing flange. The channel then ensures proper drainage of water that enters the window cavity down to the window sill. A gasket is presented that can be attached to the window or the rough opening to create the barrier. Alternatively, a disintegrating object or a wicking object can be used to impede the flow of insulation foam and to create the appropriate channel. The present invention is equally applicable to doors or other framed objects received into the exterior shell of a building.

Abstract: An apparatus for fixing the rear glass of a cab on construction machinery is provided. The apparatus includes a window frame forming a cab window frame; a weather strip coupled to the window frame to seal a gap between the window frame and the rear glass of the cab; a glass interior fixing portion including an engagement portion inserted and engaged between the window frame and the weather strip, a body portion extending from the engagement portion at right angles and having a groove and a glass support portion supporting the rear glass of the cab; a glass exterior fixing portion engaged with the glass support portion of the glass interior fixing portion to support the rear glass of the cab; and a stopper having one side fixed to the window frame to support the rear glass of the cab.

Abstract: A liquid resistant barrier for structural openings such as doors, windows, vents, or the like for use during floods or storms is disclosed. A barrier frame is placed within and about the periphery of the opening, with a gasket located on the structural side, to form a seal. A barrier frame cover, with a corresponding barrier frame cover gasket, is placed over the barrier frame and compression fittings used to hold them together. The gaskets form a seal that is impermeable to liquids and the barrier frame cover prevents damage by flotsam or dynamic pressure.

Abstract: An interior window framing system comprising a standardized frame having predetermined dimensions proportionate to a standard window.

Abstract: The pane module is adapted to be installed in a window frame and comprises a pane element and a border element (91). The pane element includes at least two sheet elements (92, 94), such as sheets of glass, separated by one or more spacer members (93). The border element (91) is made by moulding and surrounds the pane element, at least partially encasing the edge of at least one sheet element. In order to provide the pane module with a number of functionalities traditionally performed by the frame, the pane module comprises at least one functional face.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a fixing apparatus that makes it possible to easily attach/detach an ornamental glass sheet to the surface of an elevator door and provides an apparatus for fixing a glass sheet for an elevator door which includes: a rear sheet 10 that is made of an elastic material and disposed between the glass sheet 20, which is attached to the outer surface of the elevator door D, and the elevator door D to support the glass sheet 20; and a fixing means F that is installed along the edge of the glass sheet 20 and fixes the glass sheet to the elevator door D.

Abstract: A flood gate system for a doorway utilizes a frame having a slide panel guide located at lateral and bottom edges thereof. A slide panel is slidably adjusted within the slide guides. The slide panel guides, perimeter edges of the frame, and bottom of the slide panel are provided with seals to provide a waterproof abutment and securement of the system. The slide panel guide is permanently affixed to the front frame of a doorway and sealed to the structure supporting the doorway frame. When floodwaters become imminent, the slide panel is inserted into the slide panel guide and slid down to provide a waterproof gate for the doorway.

Abstract: A force resistant panel system is provided where a window pane is bordered by a sash and magnetically attracted to an exterior flange. The exterior flange is attached to an opening in a wall, facing outward. An interior flange with a channel is attached to the inside and facing inward. The exterior flange and interior flange combine to form a channel for which the window pane can travel in the event of a blast. Decorative trim snaps into a groove on the interior flange and generates static outward pressure against the sash.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of overmolding at least one portion of seal (J) onto a peripheral part of a glazed element (V), said seal comprising at least one insert (1), this insert having an overmolded portion comprising a baseplate (2) and a projecting portion (4) oriented along an axis (A) for prepositioning, positioning or fixing the glazed element (V) in an aperture that it is to close, said method being characterized in that, during injection, the insert is positioned in the molding cavity using at least one pin (11) collaborating with a positioning means (5) situated on said overmolded part so that said baseplate (2) comprises, on a face facing toward the glazed element, at least one bearing tab (6) extending toward the glazed element and coming into contact therewith and, on an opposite face, a mount (3) having a free face supporting said projecting part (4) and which is not covered with the plastic of which the seal is made and in that during release from the mold, the mold is opened an

Abstract: A window framing system has multiple pieces that are components of a primary frame. The pieces are pre-formed, and may be assembled so as to build the frame at a job site. The pieces include a sub-frame and a base. The sub-frame has a corner to receive a glazing unit. The base is to be assembled with the sub-frame so as to secure the glazing unit in the corner. Other embodiments are also described and claimed.

Abstract: A protective wall releasably connectable to a floor, the wall comprising panels, a U-section rail with legs extending in parallel, and a web gripping the panels and locked thereon. A U-shaped holding pocket is disposed on free ends of the legs of the rail and is disposed such that a holding plate is insertable into each holding pocket, the holding plates being attached to a holding fixture fixed onto a floor, a holding groove is provided on an outside of the web, and a locking body is disposed in the holding groove, such that the locking body is supported on the holding fixture and is mounted such that it is moveable in a horizontal direction relative to the holding fixture.

Abstract: A window reveal kit can include a window, a first connector, and at least one reveal trim. The window has an outer side, an inner side, and a frame portion about a perimeter of the window. The first connector can be formed on the frame portion, on the inner side of the window. The at least one reveal trim can have a second connector that is configured to engage the first connector so that the reveal trim extends from the first connector.

Abstract: A window frame assembly to secure a glass pane within a window opening in a door slab. The assembly preferably includes two identical frame halves carrying bosses on which modular clip members are secure. The clip members each carry a male post member and a female socket member. Each clip member on a half frame engages a corresponding clip member on the other half frame with their female and male socket members engaging the outer surface of the clip member carrying a key member complementary to the keying member.

Abstract: The present disclosure includes an adjustable door frame assembly and method for framing a door opening. The adjustable door frame assembly comprises first and second alignment members providing a first securing structure to a door opening, one of the first and second alignment members being rotatably connected to a door during installation. The adjustable door frame assembly further comprises an alignment header connecting the first and second alignment members along an upper end of the alignment members and an alignment assembly located within at least one of the first and second alignment members. The alignment assembly comprises an adjustable stop for locating the adjustable door frame assembly about the door opening. The adjustable door frame assembly also comprises first and second cover members providing a second securing structure to the door opening independently of the first securing structure.

Abstract: A plastic window frame trim is for installation of a window in a corrugated metal building wall having a cut opening with a top edge, bottom edge, and side edges, each of the edges being backed by framing members. The window frame trim includes: a frame header J-channel with a flange; a frame footer J-channel with a flange; a pair of nailing fins; and fasteners. The trim header J-channel, footer J-channel, and nailing fins are attached to the window frame. The window frame is lifted so frame header J-channel flange slides between the top edge of the metal building wall and a framing member at the top of the cut opening. The window is lowered so footer J-channel flange slides between the bottom edge of the metal building wall and a framing member at the bottom of the cut opening so that window frame rest on the window sill. Fasteners attach the window frame to the framing members through the metal building wall. Trim caps snap over the nailing fins to finish the trimmed window.

Abstract: A refrigerated display cabinet door includes inner and outer polygonal annular frames each formed as a single substantially homogenous polymeric/copolymeric injection molded member. An insulated glass unit is bonded to the inner and outer frames which are forcefully held together by a periphery snap fastening mechanism which avoids conventional use of clamps, vises or the like during adhesive cure/set-up. Conventional pivot pins carried by the display door are uniquely guided into pivot pin openings through guiding and locating members which can be snap-secured in openings of a frame in a display case.

Abstract: A plastic window frame trim is for installation of a window in a corrugated metal building wall having a cut opening with a top edge, bottom edge, and side edges, each of the edges being backed by framing members, the window having an accessory groove. The window frame trim includes: a frame header J-channel with a flange; a frame footer J-channel with a flange; a pair of nailing fins; and fasteners. The trim header J-channel, footer J-channel, and nailing fins are attached to the window at the accessory groove on the window frame. The window frame is lifted so frame header J-channel flange slides between the top edge of the metal building wall and a framing member at the top of the cut opening. The window is lowered so footer J-channel flange slides between the bottom edge of the metal building wall and a framing member at the bottom of the cut opening so that window frame rest on the window sill. Fasteners attach the window frame to the framing members through the metal building wall.

Abstract: A window frame system having a window frame and cavity frame formed to frictionally fit within the window frame. An opening is cut in a wall based on measurements of the cavity frame, and the ends of the cavity frame are trimmed based upon the opening cut in the wall. Jack screws are inserted through holes in the window frame to center and level the system by pushing the cavity frame away from the window frame to engage the edges of the opening.

Abstract: A method is provided for coupling individual fenestration units together and sealing the gaps between them so as to form a sealed compound fenestration unit. The individual fenestration units include mating channels and tabs, or other connectors, that are attached to outside frame surfaces of the individual fenestration units. When the connectors are coupled together, they attach the frames of the individual fenestration units securely together in such a way that gaps are formed between the units along their joined frame surfaces. The gaps are sealed by resilient sealing strips that are configured to be inserted into the gaps, and that are formed with seals that bear against the walls of the gaps to form impervious moisture seals.

Abstract: A method and device are presented that creates a channel adjacent a nailing flange of a window in between the window and the rough opening that receives the window. The channel is created by establishing a barrier that prevents foam insulation inserted into the space between the window and the rough opening from reaching the nailing flange. The channel then ensures proper drainage of water that enters the window cavity down to the window sill. A gasket is presented that can be attached to the window or the rough opening to create the barrier. Alternatively, a disintegrating object or a wicking object can be used to impede the flow of insulation foam and to create the appropriate channel. The present invention is equally applicable to doors or other framed objects received into the exterior shell of a building.

Abstract: An encapsulated vehicle window assembly has, as a component thereof, a polymeric seal member surrounding at least a peripheral portion of a transparent glass substrate, the polymeric seal having interlocking portions. A method of installing the encapsulated vehicle window assembly in a vehicle body opening is also an aspect of the invention.