Patents Assigned to PN II, Inc.
  • Publication number: 20110271621
    Abstract: The present invention is an improved method of making cornice assemblies and other trim members utilizing the process of pultrusion. The cornice assemblies and the other trim members made by the method of the present invention exhibit superior strength to weight ratios, low expansion and contraction due to changes in temperature and humidity, as well being less labor intensive to install.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 21, 2011
    Publication date: November 10, 2011
    Applicant: PN II, INC.
    Inventor: William J. Pulte
  • Patent number: 8006441
    Abstract: The present invention is an improved method of making cornice assemblies and other trim members utilizing the process of pultrusion. The cornice assemblies and the other trim members made by the method of the present invention exhibit superior strength to weight ratios, low expansion and contraction due to changes in temperature and humidity, as well being less labor intensive to install.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2011
    Assignee: PN II, Inc.
    Inventor: William J. Pulte
  • Publication number: 20100186310
    Abstract: A self supporting panel system used to fabricate ceilings, floors, walls, or roofs. The panel system is assembled from a plurality of panels, each having a core that is sandwiched between opposing plate members. In a preferred embodiment, the core of each panel includes a unifying material to enhance the load bearing capacity of the panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 31, 2010
    Publication date: July 29, 2010
    Applicant: PN II, Inc.
    Inventors: Lawrence J. Wrass, James K. Petersen, Robert Patrick Broad
  • Patent number: 7614152
    Abstract: The present invention is an improved method of making cornice assemblies and other trim members utilizing the process of pultrusion. The cornice assemblies and the other trim members made by the method of the present invention exhibit superior strength to weight ratios, low expansion and contraction due to changes in temperature and humidity, as well being less labor intensive to install.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2009
    Assignee: PN II, Inc.
    Inventor: William J. Pulte
  • Publication number: 20090049780
    Abstract: A three-dimensional edge cladding for an architectural opening that includes a forward facing portion having a substantially constant first profile along a longitudinal axis. The forward facing portion includes a plurality of spaced apart nailing flanges, stepped surface topography projecting generally forward and away from the flanges. A longitudinally extending channel receives a side facing portion having a substantially constant second profile that include a portion that is generally orthogonal to the nailing flanges. A joint cover portion for covering the section where two or more edge cladding members meet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2007
    Publication date: February 26, 2009
    Applicant: PN II, Inc.
    Inventors: William J. Pulte, Larry Wrass, William M. Harkins
  • Publication number: 20080250750
    Abstract: The present invention is an improved method of making cornice assemblies and other trim members utilizing the process of pultrusion. The cornice assemblies and the other trim members made by the method of the present invention exhibit superior strength to weight ratios, low expansion and contraction due to changes in temperature and humidity, as well being less labor intensive to install.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2007
    Publication date: October 16, 2008
    Applicant: PN II, Inc.
    Inventor: William J. Pulte
  • Patent number: 7430833
    Abstract: A universal rake-ridge cap for a gable roof design that includes a first surface, a second surface, and at least one stepped arcuate surface intersecting the first surface and the second surface. The universal rake-ridge cap is employed to conceal any gap at the junction of two rake boards in a gable roof design. The universal rake ridge cap can be cut so that the arcuate surface will tangentially intersect the stepped surfaces of rake members to provide an aesthetically pleasing transition from rake board to universal rake-ridge cap to rake board. The universal rake-ridge cap can quickly be fitted to any gable roof pitch simply by culling the universal rake-ridge cap to the angle or pitch required by the gable roof. No special tools are needed and the final result is both aesthetically pleasing as well as a significant time saver.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2008
    Assignee: PN II, Inc.
    Inventor: William J. Pulte
  • Publication number: 20080036109
    Abstract: A self supporting panel system used to fabricate ceilings, floors, walls, or roofs. The panel system is assembled from a plurality of panels, each having a core that is sandwiched between opposing plate members. In a preferred embodiment, the core of each panel includes a unifying material to enhance the load bearing capacity of the panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2007
    Publication date: February 14, 2008
    Applicant: PN II, Inc.
    Inventor: Lawrence Wrass
  • Publication number: 20080016806
    Abstract: The present invention is an improved method of making cornice assemblies and other trim members utilizing the process of pultrusion. The cornice assemblies and the other trim members made by the method of the present invention exhibit superior strength to weight ratios, low expansion and contraction due to changes in temperature and humidity, as well being less labor intensive to install.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2005
    Publication date: January 24, 2008
    Applicant: PN II, Inc.
    Inventor: William Pulte
  • Patent number: 7318282
    Abstract: The present invention is an improved method of making cornice assemblies and other trim members utilizing the process of pultrusion. The cornice assemblies and the other trim members made by the method of the present invention exhibit superior strength to weight ratios, low expansion and contraction due to changes in temperature and humidity, as well being less labor intensive to install.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 15, 2008
    Assignee: PN II, Inc.
    Inventor: William J. Pulte
  • Patent number: 7225596
    Abstract: A self supporting panel system used to fabricate ceilings, floors, walls, or roofs. The panel system is assembled from a plurality of panels, each having a core that is sandwiched between opposing plate members. In a preferred embodiment, the core of each panel includes a unifying material to enhance the load bearing capacity of the panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2007
    Assignee: PN II, Inc.
    Inventor: Lawrence J. Wrass
  • Publication number: 20060075700
    Abstract: The present invention is directed towards a window sill flashing comprising a base having a substantially rectangular shape. A front flange projects perpendicularly downward from a front edge of the base and at least one side flange extends vertically from a side edge of the base. The side flange includes a front surface. The window sill flashing is made from a rigid homopolymer vinyl film.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2005
    Publication date: April 13, 2006
    Applicant: PN II, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Broad, Jay McDonald
  • Patent number: 6848232
    Abstract: A casting tool for forming precast concrete wall sections. A base is disposed generally in a horizontal plane and has an upper surface. A pair of opposing sidewalls are disposed proximate the upper surface. Each of the sidewalls has a first position in which the sidewall is located substantially in a vertical plane. First and second opposing bulkheads are disposed proximate the upper surface, each having a respective first position in which the bulkhead is located substantially in a vertical plane. The bulkheads are arranged to abut the pair of opposing sidewalls so that the inner surfaces of the sidewalls, the bulkheads, and the upper surface of the base define a form for receiving concrete to make the precast concrete wall section. The first bulkhead is configured for movement so as to vary a first dimension of the form, and thus the dimension of the concrete wall section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 1, 2005
    Assignee: PN II, Inc.
    Inventors: William J. Pulte, Lawrence J. Wrass, Robert P. Broad
  • Publication number: 20040261356
    Abstract: A self supporting panel system used to fabricate ceilings, floors, walls, or roofs. The panel system is assembled from a plurality of panels, each having a core that is sandwiched between opposing plate members. In a preferred embodiment, the core of each panel includes a unifying material to enhance the load bearing capacity of the panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 31, 2004
    Publication date: December 30, 2004
    Applicant: PN II, Inc.
    Inventor: Lawrence J. Wrass
  • Publication number: 20030163963
    Abstract: A casting tool for forming precast concrete wall sections. A base is disposed generally in a horizontal plane and has an upper surface. A pair of opposing sidewalls are disposed proximate the upper surface. Each of the sidewalls has a first position in which the sidewall is located substantially in a vertical plane. First and second opposing bulkheads are disposed proximate the upper surface, each having a respective first position in which the bulkhead is located substantially in a vertical plane. The bulkheads are arranged to abut the pair of opposing sidewalls so that the inner surfaces of the sidewalls, the bulkheads, and the upper surface of the base define a form for receiving concrete to make the precast concrete wall section. The first bulkhead is configured for movement so as to vary a first dimension of the form, and thus the dimension of the concrete wall section.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2003
    Publication date: September 4, 2003
    Applicant: PN II, Inc.
    Inventors: William J. Pulte, Lawrence J. Wrass, Robert P. Broad
  • Patent number: 6550215
    Abstract: A casting tool for forming precast concrete wall sections. A base is disposed generally in a horizontal plane and has an upper surface. A pair of opposing sidewalls are disposed proximate the upper surface. Each of the sidewalls has a first position in which the sidewall is located substantially in a vertical plane. First and second opposing bulkheads are disposed proximate the upper surface, each having a respective first position in which the bulkhead is located substantially in a vertical plane. The bulkheads are arranged to abut the pair of opposing sidewalls so that the inner surfaces of the sidewalls, the bulkheads, and the upper surface of the base define a form for receiving concrete to make the precast concrete wall section. The first bulkhead is configured for movement so as to vary a first dimension of the form, and thus the dimension of the concrete wall section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2003
    Assignee: PN II, Inc.
    Inventors: William J. Pulte, Lawrence J. Wrass, Robert P. Broad
  • Publication number: 20020124485
    Abstract: The present invention is an improved method of making cornice assemblies and other trim members utilizing the process of pultrusion. The cornice assemblies and the other trim members made by the method of the present invention exhibit superior strength to weight ratios, low expansion and contraction due to changes in temperature and humidity, as well being less labor intensive to install.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2002
    Publication date: September 12, 2002
    Applicant: PN II, Inc.
    Inventor: William J. Pulte