Abstract: A liquid draining structure can pass a liquid from a first side of a barrier to a second side of the barrier. The liquid draining structure can include a liquid conductor, including an entry end located at the barrier first side and a discharge end located at the barrier second side. The liquid conductor can define a passageway that extends through the liquid conductor. The liquid draining structure also can include a securing member releasably attachable to the liquid conductor at any one of a plurality of positions. The securing member can engage the barrier, preventing the movement of the liquid conductor. The securing member can be attached to the second side of the barrier. The liquid draining structure can include a flange secured at the entry end of the liquid conductor and engaging the first side of the barrier, preventing the movement of the liquid conductor.

Abstract: A sump system for use in basement waterproofing systems. A sump liner may be generally rectangular in geometry, and may include two side elements with apertures to exchange groundwater while blocking debris. An adjustable inlet may be provided in another side element to fluidly connect other elements of a basement waterproofing system to the sump liner. The sump liner may further include a base configured to provide a built-in stand for a sump pump. The pump stand may contain a lip with notches to allow debris to fall and collect in a trough around a periphery of the base. The base may further provide an underside cavity for accommodating an obstruction in the floor of a sump hole. A removable lid may facilitate access to the sump liner interior, and may contain a break-away feature to accommodate discharge piping, as well as a groove to lodge a pump power cord. The sump liner may be strategically oriented within the sump hole to protect the basement foundation from erosion.

Abstract: A method for roof drainage for reducing urban waterlogging, the method including: arranging a drainage device on a roof, the drainage device including a drainage exit and a drainage pipe including a wall; increasing the height of the drainage exit to allow the drainage exit to be between 5 and 10 cm higher than the roof; arranging a water outlet hole having a drainage capacity on the wall of the drainage pipe at a position that has the same height as the roof or is lower than the roof; disposing a siphon including an inlet and an outlet on an upper part of the drainage pipe, allowing the inlet to face the roof, and allowing the outlet to extend into the drainage pipe; and disposing a ball cock mechanism on the wall of the drainage wall to control the water outlet hole to open or close.

Abstract: A damage prevention housing for a roof pipe may include a hollow body having an interior dimensioned to enclose a roof pipe on a roof, the hollow body having an open proximal end suitable for positioning over the roof pipe and a partially closed distal end dimensioned to preclude access by rodents but allow movement of gases therethrough. The hollow body may further include an aperture positioned adjacent to the proximal end for allowing liquids and gases to move through the aperture and a fastener for securing the hollow body in a fixed position relative to the roof pipe and the roof.

Abstract: A plate is provided that spans a space between a bleeder hole in a wall and a drainage trench in a floor adjacent the wall. The plate includes a base and a wall extension, substantially perpendicular to one another. The base extends from a point proximate to the wall to the trench where the base and the wall extensions are spaced apart from the floor and the wall, respectively.

Abstract: A flush plug and a collar are used in installing a drain or cleanout. A flush plug is temporarily attached to the nipple of a cleanout or to a drain base and leveled. Concrete is then poured flush with the top of the flush plug. After the flush plug is removed from the cured concrete, a collar is installed in the hole in the concrete left by the flush plug. The outside of the lower portion of the collar is beveled like the flush plug. The upper portion of the collar includes a sleeve rising above the top surface of the surrounding concrete by an amount equal to the thickness of the specific floor finish. Tile or other finish may then be laid to around the collar. The installed drain will be flush and level with the flooring around it.

Abstract: An apparatus for increasing the insulation value of a window system with a weep hole includes a flapper valve with a buoyant flap articulating relative to a non-moving portion. The flap is positioned on the window frame over the weep hole proximate the inside of the structure in which the window system is installed and the non-moving portion is attached to the window frame. The flap may be held against the frame around the weep hole by gravity and/or by the elastic memory of a portion of the flap, such as a plastic hinge. The flapper valve is closed when dry to diminish the flow of ex-filtration through the weep hole, but opens in response to being flooded with water due to the buoyancy of the flap, opening the weep hole and allowing the water to drain.

Abstract: A finishing arrangement for an exterior wall of a building includes a weather or water barrier against at least the exterior of the wall; an outer hardboard panel; an insulating foam panel between the weather or water barrier and the outer hardboard panel, the insulating foam panel attached to the outer hardboard panel and having drainage channels therein; and a drainage guide that extends from the weather or water barrier to at least the outer hardboard panel, for guiding moisture away from the wall.

Abstract: A window or door assembly and/or system having a drain method and device that is less invasive than previous implementations. The assembly can include slidable window or door panels and an upright support allowing translational movement of the panels. Distal thereto, a weeping upright is provided. The upright support and the weeping upright can form a channel therebetween where the liquid is collected, wherein the channel in one embodiment is L-shaped. To remove liquid from the channel, an accumulator that is perpendicular to the channel can receive the fluid through an opening. Liquid can also be removed through a drainage opening within the upright support or weeping upright. An aperture along with a connector along a bottom portion of the channel can also be used to remove the liquid within the channel.

Abstract: An example of a pre-assembled, moisture, water, and gas impermeable fire-barrier system for use in expansion-joint spaces includes a fire-barrier having a layer of outermost protective cloth layer overlain by an insulation blanket overlain by stainless steel foil, overlain by a second insulation blanket, overlain by a limited layer of intumescent material, overlain by impermeable silicon coated cloth to completely or partially surround all of the other layers of the barrier. If desired, a first attachment apparatus for attaching a first long edge of the fire-barrier to a building unit and a second attachment apparatus for attaching the opposing second long edge to an opposing spaced building unit may be fixedly attached to the barrier. The barrier system may be fitted with a drain aperture and a drainage hose emanating from the aperture, the hose protected from the heat of a fire.

Abstract: A water barrier trim has a base, a top flange, and an overhang section. The base has at least one ridge extending away from the base in a first direction and a projection extending in the first direction. The top flange section is positionable adjacent to the base. The overhang section is positionable adjacent to the base and defines a drip cap. The at least one ridge is sized and configured to rest on a top of a trim board. The projection is sized and configured to fit into a slot defined in the top of the trim board to provide an interference connection.

Abstract: A height-adjustable shower waste for a bathroom floor having a non-flexible waterproof floor covering material, the shower waste comprising a waste body (12) for mounting in the bathroom floor and having a base (20), one or more sides extending from the base (20), a waste water inlet (26), and a waste water outlet (30) connected or connectable to a drain; a cover support element (16) on which a cover element (18) is or can be provided to cover the waste water inlet (26); distance setting means (54, 66) for selectively setting a distance between an in use upper edge of the cover support element (16) and the waste body (12); and retaining means (90, 104) for positively retaining the cover support element (16) at the said set distance. A method and an adapter device are also provided.

Abstract: A system and method for providing a deck drain vent system is disclosed. The deck drain vent system includes at least one panel disposed below a lower surface of a deck. The panel is substantially planar and has a bottom side and a top side facing and spaced apart from the lower surface. At least one vent penetrates the panel to allow fluid communication between the cavity and the bottom side. The deck drain vent system further includes a shaft lock secured to the vent. The shaft lock hinders liquids and debris from entering the vent, yet allows air to freely circulate between the cavity and a surrounding atmosphere.

Abstract: A venting device and system for subterranean basement structure walls to provide interior wall flow-through ventilation. Multiple venting devices are positioned strategically in the wall at intervals there along in an inter-dependent pattern allowing for convection intake and outflow of ambient interior air through the walls. The venting devices define a continuous insertable conduit with size specific restriction exposed end access fixtures. The strategic placement of the venting devices facilitates thermal exchange and creates a homeostatic static temperature and dew point between communicating spaces by means of pressure differential, air density and temperatures.

Abstract: A drain support pan assembly has a drain body support pan which has a rectangular-shaped body connected to a rectangular-shaped drain receptacle body for use in floor drains. The distance between the support pan and receptacle body can be adjusted according to the depth of the floor space by selecting a predetermined length for the fasteners. The support pan has a center passageway for receiving a drain pipe and several slots that align with threaded passageways in the receptacle body for receiving the fasteners. The support pan contains concentric knock-out sections which can be removed for enlarging the diameter of the center passageway to accommodate varying diameter drain pipes or pipe connections for particular use in a deep floor space, and also has a rectangular knock-out section which can be removed for receiving the rectangular-shaped drain receptacle for use in a narrow floor space.

Abstract: A roof drain sump box (10) is utilized for positioning a roof drain (12) on a flat roof. The sump box is formed with a horizontally oriented flat plate (20) with a central opening (22) making a peripheral flange (24). The central opening has a width less than a distance between building roof joists providing attachment of the sump box onto the flat roof top of a building without altering the building structure. An angular transition portion (46) is integrally formed with the flange contiguous with the central opening. A vertically oriented downwardly depending step (48) is formed integrally with the angular transition portion and a horizontally oriented flat sump deck (50) is integrally formed with the step. The sump deck, is coplanar with the flange, and incorporates a roof drain opening (52) to receive the roof drain (12). The sump deck is positioned sufficiently below the flat plate permitting water to flow uninhibited into the roof drain without ponding.

Abstract: The water drain is a hollow body defining a drainage aperture. The hollow body is adapted for installation in a screen base channel in a lanai, verandah, or screened porch. The hollow body is preferably a flat tube made of plastic, and has a mounting flange around the periphery of one end of the tube. A web or divider wall may bifurcate the hollow body from front to back, adding strength to the walls of the tube. A cap fits over the drainage aperture to limit fluid flow therethrough. The water drain may alternatively be made of aluminum or other corrosion-resistant metal.

Abstract: A sump system for use in basement waterproofing systems. A sump liner may be generally rectangular in geometry, and may include two side elements with apertures to exchange groundwater while blocking debris. An adjustable inlet may be provided in another side element to fluidly connect other elements of a basement waterproofing system to the sump liner. The sump liner may further include a base configured to provide a built-in stand for a sump pump. The pump stand may contain a lip with notches to allow debris to fall and collect in a trough around a periphery of the base. The base may further provide an underside cavity for accommodating an obstruction in the floor of a sump hole. A removable lid may facilitate access to the sump liner interior, and may contain a break-away feature to accommodate discharge piping, as well as a groove to lodge a pump power cord. The sump liner may be strategically oriented within the sump hole to protect the basement foundation from erosion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a structural element comprising of a rigid, hollow body having upper and lower, essentially parallel sides and interjacent side sections and configured in such a way that it can be positioned above a similarly configured structural element, and that it is locked to prevent movement orthogonally in relation to a subjacent, similarly configured structural element by such positioning, and that the structural element comprises one filling orifice (3) on the upper side of the structural element and one drain orifice (4) on the lower edge of one of the side sections of the structural element.

Abstract: A relatively flat roof of a structure is provided with a restricted flow roof drain assembly. The roof drain assembly includes a roof drain extending through an opening in the roof for receiving water collected on the roof. The drain has a predetermined maximum flow rate capacity. A flow restrictor is set on the roof, and surrounds the roof drain. The restrictor has a dam including at least one aperture. The at least one aperture has a variable flow rate capacity which is less than the maximum flow rate capacity of the roof drain.

Abstract: A wall panel 100 has an elongate hollow body portion 102 having a storage cavity 103 provided therein for retaining water. The body portion 102 has a rectangular cross-section defined by an inner wall 104 and an outer wall 106 held in spaced apart relation by two side walls 108a and 108b. Each side wall 108 is adapted to be joined to the side wall 108 of an adjacent wall panel 100? so as to form a wall tank 110 for a building. Each wall panel 100 thus forms a structural component of the wall 110, which is sufficiently strong to support a roof structure 112 thereon. The side walls 108 are provided with an opening 120 therein, adapted to align with a matching opening 120? in the side wall 108? of an adjacent wall panel 100?, to permit the communication of water from the cavity 103 in one wall panel to the cavity 103? in the adjacent wall panel. The storage cavity 103 is bounded at the top by a lid 132 and at the bottom by a base tray 130.

Abstract: A protective cover unit for temporarily sealing an opening 13 of a floor sleeve as a floor remains almost flat includes a disk-like protective cover 3 large enough to cover the opening, an upper compression plate 5 provided under the protective cover 3, fixing water-resistant rubbers 6a, 6b provided under the upper compression plate 5, a lower compression plate 7 provided under the fixing water-resistant rubbers 6a, 6b, and a bolt 1 and nut 8 for integrating the protective cover 3, upper compression plate 5, fixing water-resistant rubbers 6a, 6b and lower compression plate 7. The fixing water-resistant rubbers 6a, 6b seal the opening of the floor sleeve when the protective cover 3, upper compression plate 5, fixing water-resistant rubbers 6a, 6b and lower compression plate 7 are integrated by the bolt 1 and nut 8. The disk-like protective cover 3 and fixing water-resistant rubbers 6a, 6b double-seal the opening of the floor sleeve.

Abstract: A roofing system has at least one roof panel, located above the base surface, having at least one longitudinally extending projection; a gap defined between the base surface and the projection; and a venting material located within the gap that both vents the gap and prevents ingress of moisture into the gap.

Abstract: Fireblocking device for preventing transfer of fire through ventilating apertures or similar passages, in openings for thermal fire ventilation, in ventilation ducts, in process plants or in vented facade exteriors, in vented fire blankets, vented fire protective curtains or vented protective screens against explosions. The device includes a combination of a heat absorbing and heat storing body, and an element which includes and/or adsorbs and intumescent material.

Abstract: A system for storing water in or under a concrete slab of the type in which one or more void forming elements are used to form one or more voids in the concrete slab. The system comprises one or more water storage means, such as pipes (12, 14, 26, 18 and 20) positioned in the one or more void forming elements (10) and at least one port (26) for supplying water to the one or more water storage means. The void forming elements may be boxes.

Abstract: An anchor plug for use capping in-ground anchors is disclosed. The anchor plug may be used in capping masonry anchors located in pool decks, for example, capping the anchors used to retain pool covers. The anchor plug typically has a cylindrical body, for example, a hollow circular cylindrical body, having a first end and a second end; and a cap mounted to the first end of the cylindrical body. The cap may vary in thickness from a minimum at an edge of the cap to a maximum at about the center of the cap. The cap may include human readable indicia, such as, safety warnings or provider name. The anchor plug may minimize or prevent personal injury or damage to the anchor.

Abstract: A rooftop drainage device is provided for use in protecting rooftop drainpipes from clogging. An exemplary embodiment of the drainage device includes a filter comprising at least three sides, wherein at least one of the sides includes a plurality of apertures for allowing liquid to pass-through the at least one side into the drainpipe, while filtering debris; and an object receptacle mounted to a top of the filter for removably retaining an object, wherein a weight of the object holds the rooftop drainage device on the rooftop and over the drainpipe without need for mechanical fasteners.

Abstract: A drain cover assembly for sealing a drain pipe that extends vertically from the top surface of the deck of a floating roof on a liquid storage tank includes a circular cover and at least two buoyant members, or pontoons, secured to the underside of the cover for imparting a buoyant force to raise the cover upon the accumulation of excess water on the deck. The pontoons are spaced apart from each other to allow water to pass between them and into the drainpipe.

Abstract: A basement floor drain for use in basement waterproofing systems. The floor drain contains an upper chamber for collecting water, and an air resistant lower chamber to promote the establishment of a closed waterproofing system. A valve regulates flow of water from the upper chamber to the lower chamber. An outlet in the lower chamber may be fluidly connected to a basement sump to facilitate extraction of collected water. A basket may be included in a base of the upper chamber to protect the valve from clogging, and the basket may be removable to aid cleaning. The floor drain may be a modular assembly, multiple components of which may be coupled for customizable size and functionality.

Abstract: Next to a window opening (4) an inlet air pipe (14) and an exit air pipe (17) are arranged vertically a distance apart in an outer insulation (1), each of which connect an outer inlet air opening (15) and an outer exit air opening (18), respectively, to an inner inlet air opening (13) and an inner exit air opening (16), respectively, which are located in a depression (12) of a cladding (9) into which a fan (19) is inserted with a back. It connects the inner inlet air opening (13) via an inlet air channel to an inlet air outlet (21) and the inner exit air opening (16) via an exit air channel, which, together with the inlet air channel, forms a heat exchanger, to an exit air entrance (22). The exit air entrance (22) and the inlet air outlet (21) are arranged one on top of the other and a distance apart on the front of the fan (19). Instead of the fan (19), a closure plate (23) can also be inserted into the depression (12).

Abstract: An improved system for draining bunkers on golf courses and other sports playing areas, and for draining landscaped areas. A receptacle is positioned below the surface for receiving drain water and for discharging the water through an outlet. A perforated pipe water collection system can be attached to the receptacle to direct water to the receptacle interior space. A receptacle cover is removable to permit access to the receptacle interior space. The cover is sufficiently strong to support the overlying weight of people and equipment, and can have apertures for permitting water entry while resisting entry of sand and other solids into the interior space of the receptacle.

Abstract: A rain gutter clean out device has a gutter section with a bottom wall opening and a slidable cover which in one position overlies the opening and in another position uncovers the opening to allow gutter debris to be removed there through.

Abstract: A secondary drainage system for buildings utilizing pre-manufactured exterior panels. The system drains off moisture and condensation collected in joints and on the rear wall of the panels, under circumstances where the primary exterior seal or cladding have failed. An elongated collection channel is attached in inclined relation to the rear wall of a panel. The channel includes a top cover, comprised of a trough having inclined walls and oval apertures. The lower end of the channel includes an end cap with a drain tube, connected to an upper, inner portion of a receptacle box. The receptacle box is located within a vertical joint between two adjacent panels. A lower, outer portion of the receptacle box has a one-way discharge valve. Also provided are intermediate joint gutters, having open tops and a discharge outlet positioned over the trough of a collection channel.

Abstract: A method for repairing an insulating glass unit and apparatus to facilitate such repair. A bore is drilled through a frame encasing an insulating glass unit to expose the peripheral spacer of the unit, and a hole is drilled through a wall of the spacer to enable air to enter the space between the panes. The hole in the spacer is then sealed, for example, with a rivet, and the bore in the frame is then filled and sealed as well.

Abstract: A connector frame for use as a support member for mounting grilles at ventilation openings in a building structure. The connector frame allows the grills to be mounted in slightly different locations to hide imperfections at the edges of the ventilation openings. The connector frame may include a pair of single connector frames that may be separated into two singly usable frames.

Abstract: A pressure equalization valve enabling equalization of pressure between the between-pane space of an insulating glass unit and ambient pressure, and glass units containing such a valve. The pressure equalization valve generally includes a valve body having a cavity therein and opposed, open ends and an elongated valve plug received in said valve body and securably shiftable along its length between plugged and unplugged configurations. The valve may be secured about an aperture in a glass pane. The valve body has a shoulder at one end, and the pane thickness is sandwiched between the shoulder and a washer preferably press-fitted to the other end of the body.

Abstract: A weather strip is attached to the periphery of an organic glass plate. The organic glass plate is supported by a slide panel. A space is defined between the weather strip and an end face of the periphery of the organic glass plate. The space accommodates thermal expansion of the organic glass plate. A tube is located at a corner of the weather strip. Foreign matter trapped in the space moves from the space to the tube and then is discharged from the space.

Abstract: A vent cover plate system for the register of a ventilation system that securely and snugly fits over the register thereby blocking the flow of air from that register. The vent cover plate is releasably attached to the register by hook and loop fastening material, magnetic material and mixtures thereof, and can include a rectangular strip of rubber tubing insulation to provide an air tight seal. The vent cover plate system allows for the localized and selective control of airflow in a room or building. Therefore, the specific ventilation requirements of a room or building can be readily achieved.

Abstract: A gutter cleaner comprises a float portion and a stem portion. The float portion comprises a float piece that typically has a size larger than the downspout opening of a gutter in which the gutter cleaner is installed. Accordingly, the float will not flow down or become lodged in the downspout. The float piece is made of materials or in a manner such that the float piece will be raised within the gutter when water flows there through. The stem portion typically is attached to the float portion and extends downwardly into the downspout of the gutter. As rainwater flows into the gutter and down the downspout, the water will raise the float while the stem portion will remain extending downwardly into the downspout. The flow of the water agitates the stem and the float regions of the gutter cleaner. This agitation action reduces the buildup of small twigs and pine needles at the downspout region, thereby facilitating the flow of debris and water down the downspout and out of the gutter.

Abstract: A weep hole insect barrier is provided for existing and new construction that prevents insects from crawling into cavity walls in a typical house through weep holes. For existing construction, the insect barrier has a flap hinged to a frame. The frame is then secured to the outside of an existing weep hole. The flap contains a screen which prevents insects from crawling in while allowing moisture to escape from the cavity walls. For new construction, the insect barrier also has a flap hinged to a frame, but the frame has two portions, a first portion containing having a flap and a second portion containing a fixed screen. In this embodiment the frame can be secured within the weep hole.

Abstract: A molded floor covering for a vehicle floor includes a thermoplastic polymer layer with an integral, threaded drain tube extending therefrom. The drain tube is configured such that a distal end thereof can extend through a drain hole in a vehicle floor when the floor covering is installed within a vehicle. The drain tube includes a threaded bore that is configured to receive a correspondingly-threaded drain plug therein. A method of producing a molded floor covering having an integrally formed, threaded drain tube includes providing a mold having a contour of a vehicle floor with an outwardly projecting threaded member. A layer of thermoplastic polymer is vacuum formed over the mold and around the threaded member such that the layer follows the contours of the mold and threaded member to form an elongate tube extending therefrom.

Abstract: A water draining exterior wall structure for a building having a building framework is disclosed. The wall structure includes a plurality of prefabricated panel sections secured to a building framework to form a wall surface. Each panel section includes a support structure for attachment to the building framework which has a water barrier deck substantially co-extensive with the support structure. In addition, a plurality of fascia panels overly the water barrier deck and are attached thereto by beads of silicone adhesive so that a gap is provided between the deck and each fascia panel. A gutter is also provided in each panel which extends along the bottom of each panel section for collecting water entering the gap and carrying the collected water to a drainage end of said gutter so that water can drain out of said panel section. Water drainage dams are also provided, each of which is located in a joint between adjacent panel sections below the drainage end of a gutter of each panel section.

Abstract: A connector frame for use as a support member for mounting grilles at ventilation openings in a building structure. The connector frame allows the grills to be mounted in slightly different locations to hide imperfections at the edges of the ventilation openings. The connector frame may include a pair of single connector frames that may be separated into two singly usable frames.

Abstract: A flashing article for sealing out and draining away moisture from all types of stucco coated exterior wall surfaces, and for impeding the ingress of termites, rodents, and other animal infestation, having a generally flat sheet of a rigid material having a first section, a second section extending from and angled with respect to the first section, and a third section extending from and angled with respect to the second section, the third section having at least one aperture defined therein, and a hollow tube that passes through the aperture. A perforated conduit for distributing a pesticide or other fluid is carried by the second section and fastened to a conduit connector which extends through an aperture in the third section to provide access for injection of the pesticide.

Abstract: Floor drains are provided that can be inserted through floor coverings and through multiple floor panels of a vehicle body. An elongate hollow body terminates at an open distal end and at an open proximate end. A flange extends circumferentially around the open proximate end. One or more resilient members extend circumferentially around, and outwardly from, the body in adjacent spaced-apart relationship with the flange. The resilient members are configured to secure the floor drain within a vehicle floor panel such that the flange compressively engages the floor panel.

Abstract: A double divisible connector frame for use as a support member for mounting return grilles and louvers in a building structure which is rectangular in shape and having a planar surface on one side and a pair of precisely-similar spaced-apart continuous rectangular flanged frames on the other side, and a lineal line of severance equidistant between said smaller flanged frames for dividing said double frame into a pair of similar smaller frames for mounting said grilles and louvers.

Abstract: A method of assembling window or door frames includes the step of injecting, and partially setting, adhesive (14) in at least one intermediate space (13) between the glass (3) and the frame sections (1) whereby the gears and frame section are adhesively bonded. The frame section (1) has at least one intake channel (1) for adhesive (14) extending through it and connecting the intermediate space (13) for the adhesive (14) to the outside of the frame section, and the adhesive is injected therethrough.