Abstract: A wall installation system and method include providing a first wall panel with tape extending vertically from top to bottom on one side of the first wall panel and on a back of the first wall panel; securing the first wall panel at a site; placing a second wall panel adjacent to the first wall panel; and connecting the tape to the second wall panel to form a fire barrier seal between the first wall panel and the second wall panel.

Abstract: The invention comprises a method of forming a concrete structure. The method comprises placing plastic concrete in a form of a desired shape, encasing the concrete in insulating material having insulating properties equivalent to at least 1 inch of expanded polystyrene and allowing the plastic concrete to at least partially cure inside the insulating material. An insulated concrete form and a method of using the insulated concrete form are also disclosed.

Abstract: Distance piece, preferably for the manufacture of hollow or laminated walls, with at least three rods that are connected to each other, and where each rod has at least one supporting section, and the supporting sections of the three rods are spaced apart from each other to thus form a supporting plane.

Abstract: A modular architectural precast cladding system that is completely mortarless, and not subject to the inherent deficiencies of masonry materials and practice. Simple, rapid and uniform installation, with automatic alignment and self leveling features. A multi-purpose mechanical connector that is either cast-in-place at point of manufacture, or alternatively can be anchored later on the jobsite.

Abstract: A composite concrete shear wall for heat insulation comprises a wall (1) and a link beam (2). The wall (1) is composed of a prefabricated concrete wall for heat insulation (11) and a cast-in-place concrete wall. The prefabricated concrete wall (11) is a concrete panel (5), one surface of which is covered with heat insulation layer (4), and steel members (14) are embedded in the prefabricated concrete wall (11). One end of the steel members is embedded in concrete panels, and the other is projected from the heat insulation layer. The steel members are connected and located along the prefabricated concrete wall to form a framework of steel reinforcement. The prefabricated concrete wall (11) and the cast-in-place concrete wall (12) are cast and folded to be an integral.

Abstract: A method of forming a building panel is provided, with the building panel including facer and liner sheets surrounding a foam core. The method includes the steps of pre-notching the facer sheet at each false joint, roll forming the side joints of the facer sheet, bending the facer sheet, via a press operation, at the pre-notched area to form the false joint, such that the facer sheet is a continuous sheet across the false joint, and bonding the facer sheet having the false joint and the liner sheet to the foam core to form the building panel.

Abstract: Components and a system for limiting access and egress. A properly scaled barrier of the present invention meets varied requirements for applications that include: security, safety, order, privacy, and discipline. In one embodiment, pre-manufactured panels and connectors are delivered to a site that has been prepared for installation of the system. Local materials may be used for the panels in some cases. The panels and connectors can be assembled quickly by unskilled labor and, in some embodiments, the barrier just as quickly dismantled or repaired as necessary. One embodiment may be used as a temporary or emergency solution to access control while another may employ in-fill material to provide a permanent barrier. Another embodiment may be used in a residential setting, providing storage in some installations. In all embodiments, accessories for enhancing effectiveness may be installed on or within the barrier.

Abstract: The invention involves a manner of fabricating 3D construction forms by preparing first and second standard sized panels with a predetermined pattern of perforations and assembling same in spaced apart relationship by connecting the panels together with connectors designed to engage the perforations in the panels. The perforations of the panels are arranged in a specific pattern suitable for the assembly and use of the construction forms by means of an apparatus designed to form the perforations. The method also uses apparatus which assist in the orientation and alignment of the connectors to engage the panels. Modifications of the panels and connectors will allow the formation of 3D construction forms with corners of various configuration.

Abstract: An insulative building wall structure including parallel channel-bearing track and load plate structures with a plurality of spaced apart posts extending perpendicularly there between and a plurality of respective foam panels disposed between the posts. The panels are provided with a plurality of vertical slits such that width adjustment thereof can be accomplished on-site by removing an appropriate number of slitted strips from a panel. Each panel is maintained such that a void is formed between respective interior edges of the channels and the interior surfaces of the foam panels. A wall surface panel is secured to respective interior outer edges of the track and load plate structures to create an insulative dead air space, corresponding to the above-described void, between the interior surface of each foam panel and the wall surface panel.

Abstract: The current invention is directed to a holder (32) for adjustable positioning of reinforcing rods (49). The holder has a horizontal support structure and a means for holding a reinforcing rod (49). The holder is comprised of a first leg member (33), a second leg member (34), a spring (35) and a retaining member (41). The leg members are elongated for spanning one of the cells of a hollow block (20). The first and second leg members are configured and arranged to create a gap (37) therebetween for receiving the reinforcing rod. The spring is adapted to bias the leg members against the reinforcing rod to vertically suspend and selectively permit adjustment of the vertical position of the reinforcing rod during the construction of a hollow block wall (47). In the preferred embodiment, the leg members and the spring are integrally formed from a continuous wire member having a U-shaped profile.

Abstract: A riveted sidewall structure for a trailer body comprising a pair of upstanding side plate members and upstanding post members covering adjacent edges of the plate member. Rivets extend through aligned apertures in the plate members and the post member. The rivets have conical heads with an included angle for swaging the wall of the hole in the member through which the head extends for ensuring complete filling of the hole substantially at the sheer plane between the members.

Abstract: The present invention is a joint structure which is particularly adapted for the construction of a frame for windows and doors. The joint structure includes a tenon which is cooperatively connected to a first portion at a mortise which is formed in a second portion. The mortise is positioned and sized to receive the tenon. A first groove is formed in the tenon and is transverse to the tenon. A second groove is formed in the second portion wherein when the tenon is inserted into the mortise, the second groove is aligned with the first groove to form a dowel cavity. A locking dowel pin is inserted into the dowel cavity and provides a resistance to sheer force along substantially the length of the pin.

Abstract: A device for repairing a hole in a plasterboard wall formed of a flat relatively thin, stiff coverboard, an insulation board secured by adhesive to the coverboard rear surface, the insulation board being dimensioned less than the coverboard leaving a clear space around the peripheral of the coverboard rear surface, the insulation board being dimensioned to be received in the hole to be repaired, and screws or adhesive for securing the coverboard rear surface peripheral clear space to the wall to thereby retain the insulation board in the hole with the coverboard completely covering the hole.

Abstract: A method of forming a fabric covered end on a wallboard spline structure is disclosed herein. A fixture is provided with a series of recesses to position the fabric and the spline in a desired relationship. An adhesive is provided on a portion of the vertical web of the spline and the inserting of the fabric and the spline into the fixture positions the fabric on the desired portion of the spline.

Abstract: A fence and a fence post assembly for particular application in athletic fields is disclosed. Double-edged pressure sensitive tape is applied to a section of a fence post. The tape facilitates proper alignment of fencing on the post while securely attaching it to the post to prevent relative movement between the fencing and the post. An elongated holding member having an inside surface corresponding generally to the outside surface of the post holds the fencing against the tape. Bolts, or other suitable securing means, join the post and the holding member together thereby holding the fencing material against the tape and the post. The fencing material is preferably a fabric material, while the post is relatively flexible.