Abstract: A panel, for retaining a heating or cooling tube relative to a substrate, has a standoff extending from a primary flap, wherein the standoff includes a tube contacting surface. A lateral fold extends from the standoff and includes a jaw having a tube retaining surface, wherein the tube contacting surface and the tube retaining surface are located to define a tube retaining channel in a closed position of the jaw. The panel can be formed of a single piece of sheet metal, wherein the sheet metal and configuration of the panel bias the jaw to the closed position.

Abstract: Modular safety cell for residential, industrial and commercial buildings, suitable for protecting people who take refuge in it during earthquakes or other natural disasters, constituted by tubular elements (1) of high-resistance steel which are connected by couplings (2) also of high-resistance steel, said tubular elements (1) being disposed parallel to each other to form flat or curved surfaces, wherein said surfaces connect to each other by couplings (2), said surfaces and said couplings (2) are at least three, that said tubular elements (1) are fixed in said couplings (2) by adequate blocking means (3), said cell is covered externally by means of anti-detritus protection (4) and said cell is covered internally by lining panels (5) which imitate the materials of the walls, the ceiling and the flooring of the home, office or workshop.

Abstract: An assembly for integrating an elongate structural member such as a post or a beam, and one or more panels is provided. The elongate structural member includes a notch defined within the elongate structural member. The notch includes a base surface and two side surfaces at opposite ends of the base surface. At least one of the side surfaces is tiered, with the tiered side surface including an inner portion and an outer portion that are substantially parallel to each other. The inner portion is substantially perpendicular and is adjacent to the base surface. The outer portion is offset from the inner portion and is positioned further away from the other side surface compared to the inner portion. A first panel is positioned within the notch and in contact with at least the base surface and the inner portion of the tiered surface. A second panel may also be positioned within the notch.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a permanent plastic formwork system formed by two parallel surfaces, namely an outer surface and an inner surface, comprising a plurality of flat or longitudinally curved, hollow plastic slats obtained by means of extrusion, provided internally with a rebar mesh providing them with rigidity and joined longitudinally by means of tongued-and-grooved ends with separators existing between the two surfaces. The separators are provided with a threaded area and an inclined appendage for securing the rebar mesh located between the surfaces. The slats are secured to the ground using U-shaped parts containing a threaded rod that can be used to clamp and fix the same. In addition, in closed structures, reinforced internal elements can be incorporated diametrically, such as metal bars with flat surfaces at their ends enabling the same to be secured to the above-mentioned inner surface.

Abstract: The invention proposes an arrangement for the construction of a structure from panel-like material, for example a glazed weatherproof structure, in the case of which no framing of the panels (21, 22) is necessary and the construction can be carried out with little outlay. This is achieved according to the invention in that there is provided a support (2) which can be fastened on a supporting tube (3) and by means of which at least panels (21, 22) are retained, the supporting tube (3) having a slot for the variable installation of the support (2).

Abstract: A sheet of plastic used with a perimeter structure (e.g., fence) to prevent certain animals from climbing up the fence. The sheet of plastic is characterized by a smooth, slippery surface so that animals are unable to obtain a foothold on the sheet. Apertures may be preformed in the plastic sheet for permitting a fastener to be coupled to the sheet to enable the sheet to be mounted to the outside surface of the perimeter fence. Backing strips having preattached fasteners may be placed on the inside surface of the fence to facilitate attachment of the plastic sheet on the outside surface and to permit some degree of natural movement thereof after installation. The plastic sheet preferably comprises polyethylene having a thickness between about 0.050-0.060 inches.

Abstract: A cladding support system includes rounded tubular members having an arcuate face. The tubular members are connected to extend outwardly from hubs. A cladding support member is mounted on the arcuate face of the tubular members and extends transversely across the tubular members. The support member is substantially "U" shaped including a raised closed end and a pair of sides terminating at an open end. A flange extends outwardly from each side. Each flange is attached to the arcuate face of the tubular member. Cladding is attached to the raised closed end of the support member.

Abstract: A fastener system for securing a grating to an underlying structural support member when the grating experiences extremely high wave pressures. The fastening system includes elongated generally L-shaped connectors for fastening the longitudinal edges of grating sheets to structural members and plate fasteners in a wave zone area of the platform. The plate fasteners have a top plate for mounting on an upper surface of the grating sheets, a bottom plate for attaching to the structural members in a laterally extending direction for supporting the grating sheet and bolt assemblies for clamping the top and bottom plates together in order to secure the grating sheets to the structural members. A combination of the elongated L-shaped connectors and the plate fasteners provide fastening support for the gratings sheets so as to resist vertical and horizontal wave pressures when secured to the supporting members.

Abstract: A space partition having an inner volume for accommodating electrical wires and the like, and providing convenient access thereto. The space partition is generally formed by a framework having a pair of vertical members with a cross member connecting therebetween. The cross member includes a pair of connectors, each engaging one of the vertical members, and a linking element connecting the connectors to each other, the linking element including a pair of parallel rods. Features are provided for facilitating temporary removal of panels and covers of the space partition, thereby enabling easy access to the inner volume of the space partition.

Abstract: A unit masonry fence and method for its installation. The unit masonry fence has footings, structurally rigid support posts extending upwardly from the footings and fence panels mounted over the support posts and supported by the footings. Each fence panel is made up of a beam extending generally the length of the panel and having a receptacle toward the ends thereof for receiving the support posts. A number of unit masonry courses are laid on the beam. The unit masonry courses terminate at each end with a pilaster made from pilaster masonry units laid integrally. The pilaster masonry units have a main body portion broader than the adjacent unit masonry courses and an opening extending through the body portion for receiving the support posts.

Abstract: The substantially leak proof glazing system comprises a plurality of panels, each of which comprises a sheet of glass surrounded by a frame. The frame is formed of two angle members along each edge of the sheet which are slightly shorter than the edge of the sheet so that there is an open diagonal gap at the corner of the panel which leaves the corner open for receiving sealant. A resilient bezel is between each outer angle member and the outer surface of the corresponding sheet. The balance of the space between the edge of the sheet and the angle members is filled with a silicone sealant applied wet and cured in place. Channels in the faces of the bezel permit the detection of gas leakage through the seals. The glazing system has a generally U-shaped bond breaker covering a portion of the supporting structure. A quantity of silicone sealant is bonded between the edges of adjacent panels and the bond breaker, forming a substantially air tight seal between the panels.

Abstract: The invention offers a suspended ceiling without an exposed framework. Lugs mounted on the back of the panel snap into a downward pointing "C" shaped channel which are mounted to the ceiling joists. This allows for ease of installation, removal for cleaning, and for easily changing the finish of the ceiling while maintaining a very short distance. Pre-spaced mounts for the channels ensure ease of installation with a minimum of work and skill and ensure a close fit of the panels. Optionally, an electrical system can be employed which places an outlet within easy reach of every ceiling panel. Panels equipped with an electrical device including lighting fixtures, fans, speakers, smoke alarms, or home security sensors can thus be easily installed and readily moved as the furnishings of the room change, with seasonal variations, or just to add a bit of variety.Because no external frame is used, the invention also permits the use of non-rectangular panels which allows the user to custom design his ceiling pattern.

Abstract: A structure for use as a wall, floor or roof comprising a plurality of panels with a pair of spaced apart elongated edges; each panel having front and back metal layers of substantially the same shape joined to an insulating concrete core of substantially uniform thickness; the panels being arranged edge-to-edge with an elongated metal member between the edges of two adjacent panels; and the edges of the panels being joined to the adjoining elongated metal member.

Abstract: A suspended ceiling has a grid formed from a number of parallel first support sections and a number of parallel second support sections extending perpendicular to and between the first support sections.The support sections are extruded from a metal having good heat conduction properties and are adapted to be interconnected by cruciform connectors thereby to form a lattice of regular quadrilaterals. The grid carries a pipe through which flows a heated fluid and which extends in a serpentine path along an upper surface of the first support sections and along upper surface of the second support sections at the edges of the ceiling. The pipe is secured in good heat conducting relationship to the first support sections by a series of clips. Ceiling panels made from a heat-insulating material occupy the spaces between the first and second support sections. The supporting grid thereby constitutes a heating system for the room below the ceiling.

Abstract: The invention relates to a metal ceiling panel for a heat radiating ceiling which can be arranged in a coplanar array with like ceiling panels or it can be secured to the upper side of selected metal sheets which are arranged in a coplanar array. The panel of the invention has a central, lengthwise extending broad rib formation defining a channel of part-cylindrical form which is adapted to receive a heating pipe in good heat conducting contact therewith. The rib formation also has portions adapted to receive the ends of a one-piece band used to hold the heating pipe in the channel. The portions of the rib which receive the ends of a one-piece band may have enlarged inner end portions adapted to receive pins inserted at the ends of the panels for aligning the ends of adjoining panels in a line extending parallel to the pipe. The edges of the panels may have a tongue and groove arrangement for engaging adjoining panels.

Abstract: A spring clip for resiliently retaining a post cover in place between a pair of space dividing wall panels interconnected and supported by a cylindrical support post disposed therebetween. Detents on the spring clip retain flanges on the post cover to complementary flanges on the adjacent ends of the wall panels.

Abstract: A pin for holding and/or cooling of a ceramic coating in hot reaction chambers has a pin shaft and a pin cap connected with one another in firm and heat-conductive manner, wherein the pin shaft is composed of material corresponding to the reaction conditions in the hot reaction chamber, and the pin cap is composed of a material corresponding to the material of the wall of the hot reaction chamber.

Abstract: A panel rigidizer for maintaining linear alignment of a plurality of space dividing wall panels interconnected by cylindrical support posts. The panel rigidizer spans the interconnection of a pair of wall panels and associated connecting post and includes a pair of linearly aligned leg portions which are secured to the top edge of the wall panels and a central hub portion which overlies the cylindrical post and receives therethrough the post cap.

Abstract: Construction means for wall and/or roof structures, e.g. for exhibitions etc. has a stanchion profile section (10) with protruding webs (11) forming mortise-shaped pockets (12) and wall and/or roof supports (13, 14) each provided with a turnbuckle (15) consisting of three fixing elements (16, 17, 18) insertable into three adjacent pockets (12) of the stanchion (10), the fixing elements being urged towards each other by transverse tensioning means such as a screw (24) to grip the intervening webs (11) and simultaneously to urge the outer pair of fixing elements (16, 17) against the inner wall (71) of a support box (72) housing the turnbuckle (15).