Patents by Inventor John R. Dixon, III

John R. Dixon, III has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Insulation support system for metal frame construction and method relating thereto
    Patent number: 5701709
    Abstract: An insulation support system for metal frame construction is provided. The system comprises an insulation support material and a metal frame. The metal frame comprises a plurality of metal members, wherein at least two opposing metal members have at least one portion thereof stamped out to protrude on one side. An exterior sheathing is attached to an opposing side of the metal frame. The stamped out protrusion engages the insulation support material. This system is particularly useful for steel frame construction and does not require the use of adhesives or additional tools. The method of the present invention involves providing a metal frame having a plurality of metal members wherein at least two opposing members have at least one portion thereof stamped out to protrude on one side and an exterior sheathing attached to an opposing side.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 1996
    Date of Patent: December 30, 1997
    Inventor: John R. Dixon, III