Abstract: A clip for coupling and mounting courses, such clip comprising a longitudinally extending upper support member coterminous with a longitudinally extending lower support member. The clip further comprises a longitudinally extending cavity formed between a front side and a rear side of the lower support member, wherein a top edge of a second course is secured within the cavity. The clip further comprises a longitudinally extending tongue member coterminous with a front side of the upper support member and separated therefrom by a groove. At least a portion of the tongue member fits within a groove of a first course. Additionally, a tongue member of the first course fits within the groove of the clip.

Abstract: A method for forming shingles from cellular polyvinyl chloride boards comprising brushing, parting, cutting and coating the boards to desired dimensions and finish. The method comprises passing cellular polyvinyl chloride boards through one or more of a specially designed brushing assembly, cross cut saw assembly, parting assembly, and sizing saw assembly, wherein the assemblies are in-line. The method may further include an in-line, high speed application and accelerated curing of a uniquely formulated solar reflective, ceramic-based finish.

Abstract: A trim assembly for use in concealing open spaces created by siding materials, wherein the assembly comprises a trim member configured to cover and conceal the terminal edges of the siding while simultaneously creating an expansion channel which allows the siding to expand or contract without causing premature bulging, bowing, splintering, cracking, and the like. The assembly may further comprise an insert wherein the insert is configured to readily engage with the trim member, and where the insert in combination with the trim member creates the look of butted cedar siding. The insert is configured to allow the siding to expand and contract in both a horizontal and a vertical direction.

Abstract: A trim assembly for use in concealing open spaces created by siding materials, wherein the assembly comprises a trim member configured to cover and conceal the terminal edges of the siding while simultaneously creating an expansion channel which allows the siding to expand or contract without causing premature bulging, bowing, splintering, cracking, and the like. The assembly may further comprise an insert wherein the insert is configured to readily engage with the trim member, and where the insert in combination with the trim member creates the look of butted cedar siding. The insert is configured to allow the siding to expand and contract in both a horizontal and a vertical direction.

Abstract: A punching apparatus for forming a series of slots in a board, comprising: an upper wheel and a lower wheel, wherein the upper wheel is opposed to the lower wheel, and further wherein: the upper wheel comprises a series of punches disposed on a frame of the upper wheel, wherein each punch comprises a shearing portion that extends from the frame, and which is configured in the shape of a slot; and the lower wheel comprises a series of mating dies, wherein each mating die of the series of mating dies comprises a cavity, wherein the shearing portion of a particular punch is gradually disposed within the cavity of a particular mating die of the series of mating dies as the upper wheel and the lower wheel move in relation to each other.