Gutter apron with alternating diagonal fastener slots

- METAL-ERA, INC.
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Description

FIG. 1 is a top perspective view of a gutter apron with alternating diagonal fastener slots incorporating our new design;

FIG. 2 is a bottom perspective view thereof;

FIG. 3 is top plan view thereof;

FIG. 4 is a bottom plan view thereof.

FIG. 5 is a left side view thereof;

FIG. 6 is a front elevation view thereof; and,

FIG. 7 is a rear elevation view thereof.

The broken lines shown in the drawings illustrate portions of the gutter apron with alternating diagonal fastener slots that form no part of the claimed invention.

The dash dot broken lines depict boundaries of the claim that form no part of the claim.

The end of the gutter apron with alternating diagonal fastener slots is shown with a symbolic break in its length. The appearance of any portion of the article beyond the break forms no part of the claim.

Claims

The ornamental design for a gutter apron with alternating diagonal fastener slots, as shown and described.

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Other references
  • Rail fascia installation instructions including a corner fascia with diagonal slots on p. 1, captions 3 & 4, the drawing is dated Nov. 23, 2010.
Patent History
Patent number: D821551
Type: Grant
Filed: Dec 1, 2016
Date of Patent: Jun 26, 2018
Assignee: METAL-ERA, INC. (Waukesha, WI)
Inventors: Scott A. Kittilstad (Waukesha, WI), Brad D. Van Dam (Menomonee Falls, WI)
Primary Examiner: Eric L Goodman
Assistant Examiner: Amy C Wierenga
Application Number: 29/586,144
Classifications
Current U.S. Class: Gutter (D23/267)