Patents Issued in December 2, 2004
  • Publication number: 20040237414
    Abstract: A method for manufacturing a lapping board having abrasive grains fixed on its surface, which is performed by the steps of: preparing a rotatable metal board having a surface of soft metal, an abrasive slurry-supplying tool arranged over the surface of the metal board, an abrasive-pressing tool which is placed on the metal board and has a hard surface, and a ultrasonic oscillation-generating tool attached to either or both of the abrasive-pressing tool and the metal board; rotating the metal board while supplying an abrasive slurry onto the surface of the metal board and while supplying electric power to the ultrasonic oscillation-generating tool to generate and apply ultrasonic oscillation to either or both of the abrasive-pressing tool and the metal board, whereby introducing the supplied abrasive slurry between the metal board and the abrasive-pressing tool and partly embedding some abrasive grains onto the metal board; and removing unfixed abrasive grains from the metal board.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 25, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Kazumasa Ohnishi
  • Publication number: 20040237415
    Abstract: There is provided a heat shielding member for a thermal insulation structure which does not form a heat accumulator even if it receives a heating load from the outside and which is easily fixed and installed from the indoor side when it is applied to the thermal insulation structure between timbers such as rafters, vertical frames of a wall and the like of a house.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2003
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventors: Setuya Matumoto, Keiji Matumoto
  • Publication number: 20040237416
    Abstract: A partition panel system that requires no tools, is easy to handle and is quickly assembled. The partition panel system includes a panel of barrier material surrounded by a frame and several sets of connectors. Each connector of one set of connectors has an “H” shaped configuration for attaching to panels for linear alignment of the panels. Each connector of another set of connectors has a configuration for attaching panels at right angles. Other angles may be used by providing variation connectors. The connectors are inexpensive because they may be made from extrusions that are cut to a predetermined length.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2003
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventors: Terry W. Pitsch, Sean A. Ross
  • Publication number: 20040237417
    Abstract: A prefabricated fireplace enclosure (10) configured and arranged for compact packaging which comprises first and second side panels (20, 21), first and second mounting members (40, 44) securable to the exterior wall of a building, a rear panel (22, 23) and a bottom panel (24) adapted for positioning between the first and second side panels, and a roof assembly (25) adapted for support by the first and second side panels, wherein each of the panels, mounting members and roof assembly are configured and arranged so as to allow for compact packaging and shipment to the construction site in a disassembled condition.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2003
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Applicant: Countryside Stove & Chimney Inc.
    Inventor: Michael D. Rupp
  • Publication number: 20040237418
    Abstract: A system and method for assembling a prefabricated portable building that meets flat pack pallet standards of the North Atlantic Trade Organization (NATO) are provided. The prefabricated building, includes 2 end units, wherein each end unit includes an outer wall, an inner wall, a roof, and a floor, wherein the outer wall and the floor converge to form an edge having an angle of less than 90 degrees, and wherein the inner wall and the floor converge to form an angle of about 90 degrees. The assembly system includes custom designed clips and pins that allow the prefabricated building to be assembled quickly and without conventional tools.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2003
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: David MacBeth MacWatt
  • Publication number: 20040237419
    Abstract: A prefabricated portable building that meets flat pack pallet standards of the North Atlantic Trade Organization (NATO) is provided. The prefabricated building, includes 2 end units, wherein each end unit includes an outer wall, an inner wall, a roof, and a floor, wherein the outer wall and the floor converge to form an edge having an angle of less than 90 degrees, and wherein the inner wall and the floor converge to form an angle of about 90 degrees.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2003
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: David MacBeth MacWatt
  • Publication number: 20040237420
    Abstract: An insert type building model, comprising layer members, wall members and accessories such as doors and windows. Said layer members are jointed to one another with joint pieces embedded at jointing portions thereof. Said wall members include plate pieces and switchover pieces connected to each other in an embedment fashion. Said layer members are combined with said plate pieces and said switchover pieces in an embedment fashion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Changqing Zhang
  • Publication number: 20040237421
    Abstract: The invention relates to an automobile service building with sufficient useful area for all the functions that are required for this purpose. In order to make it possible to offer services with an acceptable investment cost outlay in this building, even close to the center of large cities, without any restriction to the useful area to the scope of the servicin, all the facilities for the various functions are, according to the invention, arranged one above the other on a large number of floors in a standard, tower-like building with a small ground area requirement, with a tower diameter based on approximately four times the length of a passenger vehicle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 26, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Hans-Juergen Franz
  • Publication number: 20040237422
    Abstract: A method for manufacturing an equipment housing, comprising: locating together a first housing part (1) and a second housing part (2) so that the first housing part overlaps the second housing part at a join (15) between the housing parts; and irradiating the region of the join with radiation to which the first housing part is substantially transparent and the second housing part (2) is absorptive so as to heat the second housing part and fuse the housing parts (1,2) together at the join (15).
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventors: Tee Chin Tat, Thomas Tang
  • Publication number: 20040237423
    Abstract: The collapsible shelter includes a truss and a canopy framework that provides a flexible, collapsible canopy that is capable of flexing and moving, in whole or in part, between a raised position and lower positions having a reduced profile from the raised position. The collapsible shelter includes at least three legs supporting a flexible framework mounted to the tops of the legs and forming the framework of the canopy. Truss pairs of link members are connected to each of the legs on each side of the shelter between adjacent legs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Mark C. Carter
  • Publication number: 20040237424
    Abstract: A foaming cement (1), cooperates with the steel member (5), forms the fender structure (111), which could solely resist the load in horizontal or vertical direction, or cooperate with the columniation (222). The whole lightweight steel (5) is embedded in the foaming cement or the floor slabs. The fender structure (111) cooperates with the roof board, the ceiling (555) and the various floor slabs (333) in forming the structural system, which is capable of preserving heat and bearing the load and beautifying the environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 12, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Zhi Fan
  • Publication number: 20040237425
    Abstract: A fortified adobe-type construction composition includes soil, from about 12 to about 14 parts; water, from about 3 to about 4 parts; flyash, from about 2 to about 4 parts; and cement, from about 1 to about 2 parts. A wall structure includes a frame structure having spaced-apart frame elements and a support structure affixed thereto to form an interior space. A core material resides within the space, and the overlay composition is applied to an exterior surface. A method of constructing a building element includes the steps of erecting a frame structure comprising spaced-apart frame elements and affixing a support structure to the elements to form an interior space. A core material is inserted into the support structure interior space, and the overlay composition is applied to an exterior surface of the support structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 19, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventors: Thomas Worrell, John W. Szerdi
  • Publication number: 20040237426
    Abstract: A ramp member is provided for attachment with an edge of a floor mat to facilitate transportation of an object from a floor to an upper surface of the mat. A tab is provided which extends from the ramp member and defines a plane. Two projections extend from the plane of the tab out of alignment with the plane. Additionally, two cavities are formed in the ramp member adapted for receiving at least one of the two projections therein. A method of connecting ramp members is also included.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Michael W. Dolinski
  • Publication number: 20040237427
    Abstract: A conveyor specialized to convey people, and more particularly a conveyor which may serve as a conventional staircase, comprises treads that can individually raise and lower by the amount of the tread rise. To ascend, a user stands on the lowest level, and the tread lifts to match the height of the next tread. The user steps forward to the next tread. That tread likewise lifts to match the height of the next tread, and so on. In this way the user is able to ascend the height of the staircase without having to step up. A corresponding process permits descending the height of the staircase without having to step down. The conveyor can work even if the staircase winds or curves or goes around corners. Optionally a platform is caused to move laterally from each step to the next, so that the user need not even step forward during the process.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 27, 2003
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventors: Ioannis Milios, Dimitrios Korres
  • Publication number: 20040237428
    Abstract: A ridge vent has an elongated body having a width sufficient to span the ridge of a roof along which the ridge vent is installed. Tear lines of relative weakness are formed at spaced intervals along the elongated body. The tear lines may be formed by score lines, perforations, or otherwise and are configured to allow the body of the ridge vent to be separated manually at a selected tear line by grasping the body and tearing along the tear line. Depending partitions may be disposed on the underside of the body on either side of each tear line to form end walls at new ends formed when the ridge vent is separated along a tear line.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventors: J. Charles Headrick, John C. Headrick
  • Publication number: 20040237429
    Abstract: According to the present invention there is disclosed a glazing bar upper cover (70) for use at an angle to the horizontal on a conservatory roof, which glazing bar upper cover comprises a first vent and a second vent (86), the first and second vents (86) providing, in use, a vent from one side to the other of the glazing bar upper cover wherein the first vent is spaced from the second vent along the length of the glazing bar upper bar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 17, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Barry McMahon
  • Publication number: 20040237430
    Abstract: A window with an opaque coating including a surface region that has opaque surface portions and that is perforated by surface portions allowing light to pass through and be distributed over the surface. At least one flat electroluminescent light element with plural layers, including a transparent electrode, is placed in at least some of the opaque surface portions of the surface region, which element, after applying an electrical supply voltage to the side of the transparent electrode, radiates light through at least one of the faces of the window.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 13, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventors: Bernhard Reul, Volkmar Offermann, Horst Mercks, Walter Goerenz, Dieter Linnhofer
  • Publication number: 20040237431
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a tension member removable anchoring apparatus and a method of removing the tension member by separating the tension member from an anchor by using a repulsive force occurred at the time of removing tensility in order to pull out the tension member. The above features and other advantages of the present invention will make a disassembly and an installation easier.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Byung Gu Park
  • Publication number: 20040237432
    Abstract: A foundation component (1) is disclosed which is suitable for forming part of a modular foundation for a building structure. The foundation component (1), defines at least one receptacle (2) which, in use, may be filled with a suitable particulate material. A plurality of protrusions (5) extending generally downwards from the base (6) of the foundation component (1) engage a foundation surface on which the foundation component is located. In a preferred embodiment the foundation component may include tongue in groove interengagement of adjacent foundation components (1), and may also include provision for service channels and reinforcing rods.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventors: Colin Lawrence Melvin Baker, Bruce Philip West
  • Publication number: 20040237433
    Abstract: A decorative pattern application kit includes polymer plastic panels with an adhesive adapted to adhere the panels to a smooth surface. A smoothing tool is provided which is adapted to help free the panels of any underlying air pockets or wrinkles and ensure the adhesive adheres to the surface. Instructions are provide to guide the homeowner in the use of the kit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Ruth Marie Smith
  • Publication number: 20040237434
    Abstract: An improved joint edge assembly, of the type used in the construction of concrete slabs, is disclosed. The assembly comprises a longitudinal joint rail, preferably of steel, which is supported off the ground by temporary formwork. The joint rail is secured to the formwork by mounting brackets. The joint rail comprises first and second joint edge members that are connected to each other by connectors with self-release elements. A plurality of studs extends downward and outward from each of the joint edge members into the concrete slabs provide a positive mechanical connection between the slab and the joint rail. As the concrete shrinks during hardening, the self-release elements of the connectors allow the joint to freely open. The joint edge assembly thus provides a self-releasing expandable joint between adjacent slab sections, and protects the edges of the adjacent slab sections from damage. A dowel aligner may also be integrated into the assembly, to allow proper positioning of dowels within the slab.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Applicant: Permaban North America, Inc.
    Inventors: Russell Boxall, Nigel A. Parkes, Patrick Harrison
  • Publication number: 20040237435
    Abstract: A reinforced-concrete column contains reinforcing cage and inserts made monolithic with concrete mix and comprises the upper bearing and lower foundation parts. The method of construction of the column includes operations of manufacture of the column reinforcing cage with inserts, placement of concrete in the non-removable casing in the project position in single- or multi-slit pit with the column making monolithic. The column reinforcing cage is loaded vertically into the pit, centered vertically, and the upper part is fixed from horizontal displacements, the lower foundation part of the column and the inner part of the non-removable casing with the closed-type casing in the upper bearing part of the column are made monolithic with concrete from down to top. After making monolithic, the soil base is widened and cemented via the process pipeline placed inside the reinforcing cage; the space between the non-removable casing and the pit walls in the upper bearing part is filled with granular material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 25, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Applicant: Yurkevich Engineering Bureau Ltd.
    Inventor: Pavel Borisovich Yurkevich
  • Publication number: 20040237436
    Abstract: A construction assembly for interior works including prefabricated elements, wherein the prefabricated elements include a coating layer formed of at least one skim coat deposited on the prefabricated elements by a coating device; and at least one jointing material, e.g. a sealing coat, joint coat and/or joint pointing coat, which joints adjacent said prefabricated elements to form a substantially plane outer surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Applicant: LAFARGE PLATRES
    Inventors: Francois Zuber, Claude Leclercq, Pascal Bourne-Chastel, Elizabeth A. Colbert, Pierre Gagne, Roland Boucher, Sylvie Bilodeau
  • Publication number: 20040237437
    Abstract: Formwork system for the process of casting prefabricated wall and slab panels that is flexible in width and height is provided. This formwork system includes two types of retractable bracing structures that are located on the sides and ends of mould structure. The height and width of panels can be varied by moving the linear retractable bracing structure, while the lever retractable bracing structure holds the side form firmly by clamping down the side form to the platform of the support structure. The thickness of the panel to be cast can be varied by using different modules of side form that are designed to produce a series of modules of various heights. Various patterns on the wall can be designed by incorporating specially designed channels in the mould.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2003
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Teow Beng Hur
  • Publication number: 20040237438
    Abstract: An elongate sleeve tie is used with casting form ties in the manufacture of composite wall structures. The casting form ties and sleeve ties act to secure one or more casting forms in a rigid position relative to an insulating layer positioned between the casting forms during the manufacture of composite wall structures. The casting form tie is received in a central recess of the elongate sleeve tie. Once the composite wall has been formed, the casting form ties may be pulled out of the wall, leaving the elongate sleeve ties in place. Removal of the casting form ties eliminates the thermal bridges that metal casting form ties would otherwise create. At least a portion of the sleeve tie is formed of a material having a high thermal resistance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2003
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventors: David O. Keith, Mark Donaldson
  • Publication number: 20040237439
    Abstract: A structure assembled from a combination of stackable modules, each module assembled from multiple prefabricated, transportable blocks. The blocks are typically reinforced cast concrete formed in reusable molds. Module framing blocks may include arched corner blocks, key blocks that interlock with a pair of corner blocks, and optional center blocks. Other structural elements include roof, floor, and wall components that interlock with the framing modules. Modules may be stacked or nested to form structures including buildings, elevated roadways, and parking garages. Utilities may be provided through optional conduits formed in the corner elements. The framing supports raised floor modules for ease in mechanical system installation and modification. The roof elements support usable terraces and rainwater collection. The blocks are demountable and reusable. The modules are self-supporting during erection, and may be assembled without fasteners.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 3, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: David W. Powell
  • Publication number: 20040237440
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a wall reinforcement system, in particular for tying a veneer wall (21) to a back up wall (22). The system can protect a building against adverse seismic or wind loading conditions. A helical wall tie (1) is driven into a back-up wall (22) using a percussion tool. A connector (10) is then placed over the end of the wall tie, the connector engaging with the helical fins to prevent its removal without unscrewing the connector (10). A reinforcement wire (20), which preferably extends around a building, is then threaded through a hole in the connector to lock the rotation of the connector (10). The reinforcement wire is used to link a series of connectors together. The wire is then encased in mortar (24) within the bed joint between two courses of bricks. In preferred embodiments, more than two reinforcement wires extend in parallel along the bed joint.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Applicant: Helifix Limited
    Inventors: Robert I. Paterson, Brian A. Breeze
  • Publication number: 20040237441
    Abstract: A method of packaging and shipping compressible structural panels is disclosed. Compressible structural panels are provided, typically with first and second sheets separated by compressible or collapsible dividers. The structural panels are stacked and thereafter compressed thereby causing the dividers to compress and the thickness of the panels to become substantially less. In this compressed and stacked configuration, the structural panels are packaged and shipped. At the point of installation of the structural panels, the structural panels are unpackaged, unstacked and allowed to regain the expanded configuration, either by way of natural resiliency or heat setting. The structural panels, once expanded, are ready for installation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventors: Paul G. Swiszcz, Ko Kuperus
  • Publication number: 20040237442
    Abstract: A method and apparatus which includes the use of an S-Tile mold, combined with a scoring/knifing process for providing a channel, which allows for an S-Tile to be produced which appears to be two separate but cooperating tile sections having a general C-shaped cross section. The longitudinal channel 9 may also be painted, colored, or otherwise darkened in order to accent a “shadow” effect which causes the eye to better perceive separation of the two portions 6 and 7 of the tile 5.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2003
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Troy Simmons
  • Publication number: 20040237443
    Abstract: A series of brackets that are inexpensively cut and bent from sheet metal in a stamping process, and are used as an aid in construction projects. The brackets are designed for support and alignment of wall panels; wallboards or lap boards while the same are being positioned for attachment to the structure. These fixtures are configured to align with the support structure, automatically aligning the wall panel, wallboards, or lap boards to be attached, and continuing to support and align the boards during and after attachment. The brackets are inexpensive to manufacture and can remain on the structure, thereby providing continual support and alignment. Ledge portions with bent up outer corner points engage and support the wall members.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2003
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventors: Christopher Haley, Jim Alfonso
  • Publication number: 20040237444
    Abstract: A building block is described, which has a recessed grout trough at its mid-perimeter, top, bottom and ends. It has a hollow core and beveled edges. After each row of block has been positioned, a liquid grout is poured into the grout trough at the end of each block and flows downwardly and into the bottom trough, before setting up.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2003
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Samuel Jackson Dunavant
  • Publication number: 20040237445
    Abstract: A construction block for use with other like construction blocks to build a retaining wall. The block has substantially parallel top and bottom surfaces, and two substantially parallel sides. The front of the block is “bullet shaped,” with a front nose surface being substantially perpendicular to the top, bottom, and side surfaces. Angled front sides join the nose surface to the sides, forming a 45° angle with the front and side surfaces. The rear portion of the block is generally a mirror of the front portion, with a rear surface that is substantially parallel to the front nose surface and substantially perpendicular to the top, bottom, and side surfaces. Angled rear “tail” surfaces connect the side surfaces to the rear surface at a 45° angle. The edges where the top surface joins the side and front surfaces may be beveled. At least one hole is located in the front portion of the block, passing vertically through the block from the top surface through the bottom surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 2, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: John C. Kliethermes
  • Publication number: 20040237446
    Abstract: A substantially planar locating device for locating tiles has a plurality of spacers upstanding from a first side of the device. The second side of the device is substantially planar for placing against a substantially planar surface. The device has a plurality of through holes extending through the device from the first side to the second side. In use, tiles can be placed against the first side of the device and be spaced apart from each other by the spacers. Adhesive can pass from the first side through the through holes to the second side to fix tiles to a surface against which the second side is placed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Anthony D Precey
  • Publication number: 20040237447
    Abstract: The invention concerns hard panels for floor coverings, which are provided, at least on two opposite edges, with coupling devices made in one piece with the panels wherein similar panels may be coupled together to form a floor covering, wherein these coupling devices provide for an interlocking in a direction perpendicular to the plane of coupled panels, as well as in a direction perpendicular to the edges concerned and parallel to the plane of coupled panels. These coupling devices comprise a tongue and a groove. A lip which is situated on the bottom side of the groove is longer than a lip located on the top side of the groove. The edge which is provided with the tongue is made elastically flexible.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventors: Bernard Paul Joseph Thiers, Mark Gaston Maurits Cappelle
  • Publication number: 20040237448
    Abstract: The invention concerns hard panels for floor coverings, which are provided, at least on two opposite edges, with coupling devices made in one piece with the panels wherein similar panels may be coupled together to form a floor covering, wherein these coupling devices provide for an interlocking in a direction perpendicular to the plane of coupled panels, as well as in a direction perpendicular to the edges concerned and parallel to the plane of coupled panels. These coupling devices comprise a tongue and a groove. A lip which is situated on the bottom side of the groove is longer than a lip located on the top side of the groove. The edge which is provided with the tongue is made elastically flexible.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventors: Bernard Paul Joseph Thiers, Mark Gaston Maurits Cappelle
  • Publication number: 20040237449
    Abstract: A SprialNet device is disclosed. The device is consisted by its number of spiraled bends according to request geometric shape of a concrete column, where FIG. 1 shows a SpiralNet for a rectangular shape frame of a concrete column. The spiraled bends are starting from point 1 to point 2 with 135 degrees, and continuously followed by 90 degree spiraled bends from point 2 to point 3 along a side of a concrete column, and from point 3 to point 4 along an adjacent side of the same column, and from point 4 to point 5 the next adjacent side of the same column, and from point 5 to point 6 the continuous adjacent side of the same column, and then finished with the last 135 degree spiraled bend from point 6 and to point 7. The measurement of bends are according to any section view which is perpendicular to all edges. The device can be used to construct any shape of concrete column by assembling SpiralNet in a unique order.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Alexee A Gulikov
  • Publication number: 20040237450
    Abstract: A compact and portable framing jig for positioning studs or other framing members to a fixed standard for spacing and alignment during framing. The framing jig is designed to remain in place while the stud is being secured and to act as a brace against movement during the process of securing the stud.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 2, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Michael Barborka
  • Publication number: 20040237451
    Abstract: A stud bridging/spacing member generally having at least three longitudinally spaced apart notches for receiving and engaging therein a web of a metal stud. At least one of the notches may have curved parallel sides.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: William L. Elderson
  • Publication number: 20040237452
    Abstract: A panel-type subfloor assembly for an anchored/resilient floor includes a plurality of elongated panels laid end-to-end in parallel rows along a first direction, the panels having elongated slots formed therein that are oriented at an oblique angle relative to the first direction. For the entire floor, this results in a plurality of aligned rows of elongated slots oriented at an oblique angle relative to the first direction. Each slot cooperates with an elongated fastener, namely an elongated dual flanged channel held by at least one pin. The fastener is positioned within the respective slot and adapted to hold the respective panel to the base along two longitudinal edges of the slots, in a manner that limits upward movement of the panel while permitting downward deflection. The slots are longitudinally and transversely oversized relative to the flanges of the fastener, and preferably each fastener is secured to the base via only a single pin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2003
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Applicant: Robbins, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael W. Niese, Paul W. Elliot, John Richard Puening
  • Publication number: 20040237453
    Abstract: An apparatus for impact insertion in and extraction from the ground includes a core with an upper section adapted for mounting a device, such as a sign, and a lower section with a pointed lower end. A reduced-diameter guide shaft extends between the upper and lower sections. An impact sleeve assembly includes a hollow tube and impact collar fixedly mounted therein. The core is reciprocally received in the sleeve with the impact collar adapted for sliding on the guide shaft between the core upper and lower sections for impacting same on extraction and insertion strokes respectively.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 26, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Roger G. Eaton
  • Publication number: 20040237454
    Abstract: The invention relates to a method for fabricating a decorative laminate panel, wherein the decorative laminate panel includes a decorative laminate layer and a core. The method is achieved by forming a decorative laminate of a predetermined size, placing the decorative laminate within a die cavity, injection molding the core within the die cavity while the decorative laminate remains within the die cavity to form a decorative laminate panel and releasing the formed decorative laminate panel from the die cavity. The invention further relates to a decorative laminate panel manufactured in accordance with the method defined above and a unitary edge profile member adapted for use in the fabrication of a compound injection molded decorative laminate panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 8, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Thomas J. Nelson
  • Publication number: 20040237455
    Abstract: The present invention discloses that an anti-sliding batten with preventing thermal expansion being applied on that setting up a shield on a roof with the batten and comprising a plurality of projecting blocks spread on at least one surface of the batten with a suitable interval for any two adjacent projecting blocks. By means of the present invention, the friction between the anti-sliding batten and the shield is increased, hence two of them are tightly touched each other for promoting working safety; further, careless workers being sliding to fall down is then prevented and the phenomena of shrink and expansion are no longer exist.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2003
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Shiang-Kwang Chen
  • Publication number: 20040237456
    Abstract: An elongate structural chase beam adapted for assembly in a building frame as a unit extending between a pair of upright columns. This beam includes an elongate, axially central, vertical through-passage located between its ends for accommodating the vertical passage through the beam of selected building infrastructure to extend between floors in a building.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2003
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Robert J. Simmons
  • Publication number: 20040237457
    Abstract: A process to enable the manufacture of tapered house building logs of various diameters, which would be used in hand-crafted round log construction, in both residential and commercial applications. A milling process would remove wood to create the lateral notches, also known as grooves or copes, on the underside of each wall log, while maintaining the natural taper of each whole log used. The convex curvature of the top of each log is milled to match the concave curvature on the bottom of the log sitting directly above it, using a common curvature for specified diameters; in the process of planing the top and the underside of each log, the same degree of taper is achieved. Whole, round trees are utilized and the natural taper of each log is always maintained.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Robert Charles Littler
  • Publication number: 20040237458
    Abstract: A method for the protection or defence of moving objects or persons, characterized in that in the case of endangerment, at least one sleeve-type element is inflated from a collapsed space-saving state by means of a gas which is introduced into said sleeve or by means of a gas generated medium to form a barrier. In this way, efficient and flexible protection of systems, buildings or the like can be protected with non-lethal means. As a result, the inventive method or device suitable for carrying out said method can be used in a multiplicity of ways such as to prevent access or influence groups of persons at large public events.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 16, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventors: Klaus-Dieter Thiel, Norbert Eisenreich, Jochen Neutz, Helmut Schmid
  • Publication number: 20040237459
    Abstract: A vapor and termite barrier and method for use in concrete slab construction includes applying an elastomeric-seal fluid in a liquid state that cures into an elastomeric seal of all ground surface, reinforcement, conduits and concrete on a slab area. A method for applying the elastomeric-seal fluid is preferably spraying, but can include pouring, hosing and dumping. The elastomeric-seal fluid can include a mixture of germicide grade of chemical, such as boron, and a conventional product that is preferably white and has a consistency that is produced commercially for tops of house trailers and motor homes. Preventing runoff of the elastomeric-seal fluid before it cures into the elastomeric seal can be provided by a preparation step of eliminating excessive ground porosity and providing slab-area walls to a height necessary to contain the elastomeric-seal fluid at a rate that it is applied before it cures. Depth of the elastomeric-seal fluid can be ten to twenty mills, depending on consistency of the product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 27, 2003
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Roland Paul Alesi
  • Publication number: 20040237460
    Abstract: An apparatus for laying decking comprises a longitudinally extending base member (10) attachable to, or integrally formed with, the upper surface (51) of a decking joist (50) and a plurality of spacers (20). The base member (10) has a plate portion (11) with a longitudinally extending slot (12) extending therethrough for engagement with the spacers (20). Each spacer (20) has a wall (21) upstanding from the plate portion (11) in a plane perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the base member (10) when the spacer (20) is engaged with the plate portion (11).
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventor: Andrew Green
  • Publication number: 20040237461
    Abstract: Siding installation apparatuses and methods for engaging a first siding piece and supporting a second siding piece are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a support member having a support surface to support the second siding piece, an engagement member projecting from the support member, and a securing assembly coupled to the support member to releasably restrict the support member from moving relative to the first siding piece. The engagement member is configured to engage the bottom portion of the first siding piece by contacting the back surface. It is emphasized that this Abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. 37 C.F.R. § 1.72(b).
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 26, 2003
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventors: Jonathan Edwards, Scott Fladgard, Joe Gaidjiergis, Randy L. Jennings
  • Publication number: 20040237462
    Abstract: A method of making a composite roofing material and the resulting material by depositing nail tabs made of a thermoplastic, thermosetting, adhesive or elastomer material, in a liquid state, onto the base substrate of the composite roofing material or onto the saturated or coated roofing material, or onto a transfer surface to be pressed or laminated onto the roofing material. A preferred embodiment transfers the nail tabs onto an engraved transfer impression roll and uses a pressurized applicator to inject the viscous tab material into engraved patterns depressed in raised areas of the impression roll., then deposits the material onto the roofing material. A preferred embodiment also includes the thermoplastic or thermosetting material in a liquid or viscous state hardened or cured by either its exposure to the air or by the use of ultra-violet or visible light.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 27, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventors: David Allan Collins, George William Jackson, Miguel E. Madero O'Brien
  • Publication number: 20040237463
    Abstract: A fixing bracket is described for joining wooden building components to each other and to a substrate, particularly of the kind used for joining boards used to cover balconies and decks outdoors. It is essential that the fixing bracket is a double angle consisting of two L-sections (2, 2′), having a double web (5) consisting of two section legs (3, 3′), whereby a fixing hole (9, 9′) is provided in the angle flanges (8, 8′). In an advantageous manner, the tongue-shaped spikes (6, 6′) are arranged near the upper edge of the web and are cut directly out of the web and bent out perpendicularly from the web.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2004
    Publication date: December 2, 2004
    Inventors: Dieter Reif, Joachim Bader