Abstract: A seismic energy damper includes a pair of structure members subject to relative motion during a seismic event, and a pair of friction washers each fixed to a respective one of the structure members and moving relative to one another during the seismic event. A tie bolt resiliently urges the pair of friction washers toward frictional cooperation, and a friction member cooperates with the pair of friction washers to dissipate seismic energy.

Abstract: The invention provides a sandbag having a waist portion. The waist has a smaller cross-sectional area than the remainder of the bag, forming a bag shape that has greater resistance to movement when embedded in the backfill material supported by a sandbag wall. In use, the sandbags with a waist portion are positioned so as to extend from the wall face into the backfill, thus stabilizing the wall.

Abstract: A header arrangement has an elongated, lower, and substantially horizontal flange with a downwardly open U-shape for embracing a wall structured along at least part of the length of the lower flange, an elongated, and substantially vertical web connected along and extending upwardly from the lower flange, and an elongated, upper, and substantially horizontal flange connected along an upper edge of the vertical web and also having a U-shape. Web stiffeners and end stiffeners are engaged to the flanges and web to brace the header arrangement against static and dynamic loads.

Abstract: A barrier assembly for sealing the gap between the frame of a window and the rough opening of a building in which the window is received comprises an adaptor attached to the window frame and a sealing membrane providing an air and moisture barrier between the window frame and the framing members defining the building's rough opening. The flexible sealing membrane is formed from multiple membrane sections, at least one of which is formed from a flexible sheet and a projection integral with the flexible sheet, the projection being received in a channel defined by the adaptor to provide an air and moisture-proof barrier seal between the window frame and the associated building framing members.

Abstract: The device which serves for the adjustable mounting of a panel (1) to a frame element (5) provided with a lower assembly profile (51) comprises an anchoring bolt (4) serving to hold the panel (1) which comprises anchoring pins (42) on both sides which are held in grooves which lie opposite each other within the assembly profile (51). According to the invention the panel consists of two glass panels (1a, 1b) connected to each other which comprise at least two recesses (11a, 11b) corresponding to each other, in which preferably cylindrical, outer eccentric elements (2a, 2b) are held preferably in a clearance-free way, which comprise eccentrically arranged, preferably cylindrical openings (21a, 21b) which are orientated concentrically with each other after assembly and preferably hold the introduced shaft (31) of an inner eccentric element (3) in a clearance-free way, which shaft (31) comprises an eccentrically arranged, preferably cylindrical opening (311), in which the anchoring bolt (4) is held.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a brick for pipe laying that is comprised of pipe entrance or pipe groove on the body that has the following characteristics; it is designed to make it easy for the pipe to go in and out of the pipe entrance or pipe groove; it enables the mason work to be carried out by using the standard bricks; it eliminates a series of drilling work thus, saves the labor cost and the construction time; it does not create dust during the construction work so it is more pleasant to carry out the work; it not only prevents the occurrence of cracks on the wall owing to no vibration but also reduces the chances of making mistakes and carry out the construction work more precisely following the specified drawings; especially when connecting the hot/cold water pipes to the pump dwelling it prevents from collapsing; it simplifies the construction progress dramatically; and it is also suitable for the pipe work that is constructed to water dwelling that is formed different heights each.

Abstract: A precast concrete I-deck is provided. The I-deck comprises a bottom slab member, or soffit, with a plurality of I-beams evenly spaced along the width of the soffit, the I-beams being parallel to each other along the length of the soffit. The I-deck has diaphragm members on either end, perpendicular to the I-beams Pre-stress wires are embedded in the soffit and I-beams between the diaphragms. The spaces between the I-beams may be used to run wiring, plumbing, or ducts, or they may be filled with a filling material. The I-deck may be used in bridging and support systems for roofing or flooring.

Abstract: A fire collar (10) including a housing defining an opening (18) and a passage (20) adapted to receive a conduit therethrough. A layer of intumescent material (43) surrounds the conduit and is supported by the housing adjacent the opening. Torsion springs (34) are mounted between the housing and the intumescent material to surround the conduit and are held in a non-operational position by fusible links (41). When the heat of a fire melts the links, each torsion spring acts in a longitudinal plane of the passage to assist the intumescent material to collapse the conduit and seal the passage against advancement of the fire.

Abstract: A channel cover for an aluminum extrusion member or other formed structural member having a channel longitudinally formed in a side of the member includes an upper portion or member having an exterior surface, a first side portion or member connected to and extending from the upper member, a second side portion or member connected to the upper member opposite from the first side member at a first distance from the first side member, and a lower member having an exterior surface, the first side member attaching to the lower member, and the second side member attaching to the lower member at a second distance from the first side member, the second distance being different from the first distance. In a preferred embodiment, the first and second side members converge towards each other as they extend from the upper member towards the lower member.

Abstract: Assembly line production plant and process for producing prefab panels. Assembly line production plant includes a plurality of individual assembly frames selectively openable and closable for assembling individual prefab panels, an opening station structured and arranged for opening the individual assembly frames, and first assembling and mounting station for assembling a first wall side of the panel. Assembly line production plant includes reinforcing iron station for supplying a reinforcing iron arrangement for the panel, second assembling and mounting station for assembling a second wall side, closing station structured and arranged for closing the individual assembly frames, filling station for filling a space between the first and second wall sides with cement mortar, maturing station for maturing the cement mortar, and plurality of individual trailers structured and arranged to transport the plurality of individual assembly frames. Each individual assembly frame is mountable to an individual trailer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cornice/skirting mounting system and, in particular, to a 2-part system involving an anchor member (26) and an outer fascia member (28) which is removably attachable to the anchor member (26). The cornice/skirting mounting system of the present invention thus provides a complete system for fitting out a home with wall-wall, wall-ceiling, and wall-floor lining, with benefits prior to installation, and post-installation.

Abstract: A protective structure for protecting buildings, bridges, roads and other areas from explosive devices such as car bombs and the like comprises: (a) a mesh structure having an outer surface and an inner surface, wherein the inner surface defines an annular space; (b) a plurality of structural steel cables in contact with the mesh structure; (c) a composite fill material which resides within the annular space of the mesh structure and within the mesh structure; (d) at least one reinforcement member which resides within the composite fill material; and (e) a composite face material which resides upon the outer surface of the mesh structure. The mesh structure may be made up of, for example, steel wire.

Abstract: An anchor assembly for use in joining together a masonry wall structure and a supporting back wall structure wherein the back wall structure is preferably formed using insulated concrete form (ICF) blocks each having a pair of opposed ICF panels associated therewith, the anchor assembly including an anchor member and a tie member. The anchor member includes an anchor portion adapted to penetrate one of the ICF panels and having at least one opening associated therewith so as to lie between the opposed ICF panels when attached thereto for allowing poured concrete to flow therethrough, and an attachment portion having a tab member positioned and located to overlay an ICF panel flange member when the anchor member is inserted within the ICF panel, the tab member being attachable to the ICF panel flange member.

Abstract: A substrate element 14 with a face 18 is provided, which includes two attachment formations 28,30 that extend along edges of the element that protrude beyond the face and two attachment formations 38,40 that extend along two edges of the element that are recessed from the face. The attachment formations on each protruding edge are complementary to the attachment formations on each recessed edge. One attachment formation 28 on a protruding edge and its complementary attachment formation 38 on a recessed edge of an adjacent element, are lockingly engagable to form a lockable set of attachment formations. One attachment formation 30 on a protruding edge and its complementary attachment formation 40 on a recessed edge of an adjacent element, are slidingly engagable with an interference fit to form an adjustable set of attachment formations. The invention also extends to a modular tiling element 12, a system of interlocking mechanisms and a method of tiling, all incorporating the substrate element.

Abstract: A roofing sailcloth for a building includes a substrate of woven cloth, anti-slipping material woven to the substrate to increase surface roughness of a face of the substrate, and a leakproof layer bonded to the other face of the substrate. The roofing sailcloth is waterproof and leakproof and has high tensile strength and high tearing strength. Furthermore, the roofing sailcloth has improved anti-slipping effect to allow a worker to walk on the sailcloth safely and easily. Furthermore, the roofing sailcloth is light and allows easy transport to improve constructing efficiency. Furthermore, the roofing sailcloth possesses excellent anti-aging properties.

Abstract: A fire resistant mine door sealing system is disclosed for use in an underground mine passage, and includes a door panel pivotably mounted to a stoppage. A fire resistant seal member is positioned between the door panel and the stoppage to form an airtight seal therebetween, even when the door, stoppage and seal are subjected to high temperatures associated with a mine fire. The seal member comprises a high strength reinforced elastomeric seal having a plurality of elastomer layers and a plurality of reinforcing layers. At least one of the plurality of elastomer layers may have a flame retardant. The reinforcing layers are sandwiched between the elastomer layers to provide high strength and toughness. A method of manufacturing a fire resistant seal member is also disclosed.

Abstract: An openable window includes a window frame defining a window opening which is typically neither square nor rectangular and a window pane assembly which typically is square or rectangular, although the window opening and window pane assembly may have other shapes. The window allows for a window opening having curved portions or various complex shapes while eliminating some of the complex construction to achieve such shapes, such as eliminating the need for a window sash having curved portions when the window opening has curved portions. The window pane assembly preferably slides open and closed. A window sash may or may not circumscribe the window pane or panes. Standard dividers may be used or an adhesive layer may be adhered to the window pane to create the appearance of multiple window panes, stained glass or various other patterns.

Abstract: A prefabricated roof truss which includes a bottom plate which attaches to the bottom chord of the roof truss in such a way that the bottom plate does not lift away from the top plate of an interior wall despite the vertical movement of the bottom chord of the roof truss.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a friction type retrofitting device for steel tower structures. The retrofitting device includes a coupling part which couples an outer column and an inner column of a post of a steel tower to each other using an angle bracket and a bolt. A slot is formed in a portion of the outer column to which the coupling part is coupled. A friction plate is provided to contact an outer circumferential surface of the slot. Thereby, wind energy transmitted to the steel tower is attenuated by friction between the outer circumferential surface of the slot of the coupling part and the friction plate.

Abstract: A diagonal brace channel having a U-shaped first portion and a C-shaped second portion that is disposed to received a first diagonal brace member. The C-shaped second portion having a first top flange and a first bottom flange that are configured such that friction forces retain the first diagonal brace member in the desired position. A pair of parallel grooves are formed on each outer surface of the U-shaped first portion so that a visual guide is provided for the locations to install permanent fasteners to secure the diagonal brace channel to a primary framing member. The diagonal brace channel further providing an inverse C-shaped third portion to retain a second diagonal brace member in the desired position until permanent fasteners are installed.

Abstract: An architectural member having a mounting bracket defining an interior cavity open to the rear and having apertured walls, a decorative body composed of rigid expanded foam and a bracket recess receiving the mounting bracket, and an expanded adhesive disposed within said interior cavity and bonding the decorative body to the mounting bracket and the mounting bracket to a building wall in addition to mechanical fasteners. The mounting bracket and decorative body are structured such that the decorative body is retained on the mounting bracket in a snap-fit manner independently of the adhesive. To mount the architectural member on a wall, the mounting bracket is fastened to the wall using mechanical fasteners, the adhesive is deposited in the bracket recess of the decorative member and/or the interior cavity of the mounting bracket and the decorative member is snapped onto the mounting bracket.

Abstract: A method of building a structure, the method including the steps of: 1. fabricating a generally longitudinal, non-steel sub-structure of the structure with a cable retainer attached to, or forming a part of, the substructure and that extends substantially longitudinally therealong; 2. assembling the sub-structure into the structure; 3. inserting a cable into the cable retainer; 4. after step 2, applying a tensile force to the cable relative to the cable retainer; and 5. after step 4, bonding the cable to the cable retainer.

Abstract: An automatic machine for versatile and alternative application of at least two types of sealant along the perimetric rim of an insulating glazing unit, whose spacer frame is constituted preferably but not exclusively by a continuous strip of expanded synthetic material. In particular, the machine allows simple and quick switching from one sealant to another, since the path of the plurality of sealants which starts from their feed, be they of the hot and/or cold extruded type, uses a plurality of ducts which reach the extrusion nozzles that are active proximate to the perimetric rim of the insulating glazing unit.

Abstract: There is described a method for wrapping an article using a web of packaging film having at least one tear line thereon in the MD, the method comprising the steps of: (a) forming at regular intervals in the MD a tab on the film, the tab having a free end connected by free sides to an opposite end of the tab attached to the film, the tab being positioned on the film so the axis of at least one tear line in the MD passes through both ends of the tab; (b) severing the film web to form sheets by cutting substantially along an axis across the TD of the web, the axis passing across the tab between its ends, where the tab along said axis is not substantially severed there through so the tab protrudes from the leading edge of the sheet; (c) wrapping a sheet formed from step (b) around an article to form a tube with the cut sides of the sheet overlapping, where the free end of the tab lies on the top of the overlap on the outside of the tube and where the cut sides of the sheet overlap at least to the extent that the

Abstract: A case sealing device is provided for applying a sealing tape to a surface of a case to be sealed. The device includes a work surface. A first portion of the work surface defines an entry region and a second portion of the work surface defines an exit region. A taping assembly is mounted adjacent the work surface between the entry region and the exit region. The taping assembly includes a taping head and a taping head linkage. The linkage has a rotatable first end and a second end. The second end is secured to the taping head. The taping head is adapted to hold an associated roll of tape. The taping head and the taping head linkage are configured to cooperate to dispense a strip of the tape from the taping head onto the surface of the case to be sealed as the case to be sealed is brought into contact with the taping assembly during sliding movement from the entry region to the exit region of the work surface.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for folding a tab over a peelable panel on an end structure comprising a ring/panel. The ring and panel are formed from the same flexible material which has no inherent deadfold characteristic. In one embodiment an upper tab fold tool includes a pivotable plate for holding the folded edge of the tab in position prior to heat sealing to the peelable panel.

Abstract: Described is an apparatus and method for applying to a palletized load protective corner elements having first and second sides designed to protect contiguous sides of at least one corner of the load. The apparatus comprises a transfer system for conveying at least one corner element from an initial position to a position where the sides of the corner element are close to the corresponding edges of the corner to be protected, this transfer system comprising an actuating system for transferring the corner element by a rotational movement through predetermined angles ? and ? from the initial position to a position where at least a first side of the corner element is substantially aligned with a first side of the corner of the load.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to various embodiments and alternatives for vertical form fill and seal methods and apparatus. In particular, two sheets of web are fed by forming collars to a fill tube (or in some embodiments, side by side fill tubes) wherein the sheets of web are wrapped approximately 180 degrees around the periphery of the fill tube. Zippers can be provided mounted transversely on the first sheet of web, mounted in the machine direction on the first sheet of web, or fed as a continuous length between the two longitudinal edges of the two sheets of web. Additionally, some embodiments fill side by side bags from a single fill tube. Other embodiments fill side by side bags from side by side fill tubes.

Abstract: An automated packaging system has a plurality of dunnage dispensing stations that can dispense dunnage and a transport network for conveying containers to and from at least two dispensing stations for dunnage to be placed therein. At at one loading station upstream of a dispensing station articles are placed in the containers for shipping. Optionally, an intermediate void determination station determines how much dunnage to dispense.

Abstract: A round bale wrapping mechanism that employs a pivoting carrier for two wrapping material rolls, one a stored roll and the other the working roll being dispensed. When the storage roll is to be employed, it is pivoted into contact with the material being dispensed from the working roll and pulled through the threading components of the wrapper. The storage roll thus becomes the working roll and a new storage roll may be installed in place of the empty storage roll (previously the working roll).

Abstract: A method and device to form packing units (12) consisting of at least two packs (10, 11). To this end, the successively conveyed packs (10, 11) are tilted by 90° in the region of a turning line (20) in such a way that the associated packs (10, 11) are oriented towards each other in the correct relative position for the packing unit (12). Every second pack (11) is delayed during the turning process so that it can be oriented towards the associated pack (10).

Abstract: A filling machine and a filling monitoring method are provided which can monitor the condition of a pressure roller and do not deteriorate the quality of fluid food. The filling machine includes a first rotary member rotatably disposed at the inside of the joining surface of a longitudinally sealed portion of a packaging material (11) being fed; a second rotary member rotatably disposed in opposition to the first rotary member with the packaging material (11) pinched therebetween; a rotation detection signal generator for generating a rotation detection signal in association with rotation of at least one of the first and second rotary members; and monitoring processing means for reading the rotation detection signal and detecting abnormality of rotation of at least one of the first and second rotary members.

Abstract: A packing machine and a packing method which can prevent the knife in a cutter from having adverse effect on induction heating, and control a packing/filling machine by monitoring trouble with the knife and leakage of content due to that trouble. The packing machine, comprising a heat sealer for sealing packing materials to each other, and a cutter for cutting the packing materials by means of a conductive knife, is further provided with an arrangement for detecting an output from an induction heater generating a high frequency current being applied to a conductive material layer as a monitored phase angle, and a knife monitor for monitoring the cutter based on the detected phase angle data.

Abstract: Methods for recharging a machine which is used to pack groups of products with the aid of a plastic film wherein the film of a distributor reel is unwound, the film of a full reel is subsequently engaged into an injection device in such a way that said reel becomes a distributor reel in turn, then the empty distributor reel is replaced with a new full reel.

Abstract: A heat tunnel for applying heated air to articles enclosed in shrink-wrap film includes at least one air supply unit; a conveyor; and a heat shroud spaced from the conveyor. The air supply unit includes a source of heated air, a fan, a heated air plenum, air ducts, and a return air plenum. Multiple air supply units can be provided along the conveyor to create a heat tunnel of desired length.

Abstract: An apparatus for strapping a packaged item using at least two strapping elements, which can be placed crosswise on the packaged item. A transport unit moves the packaged item into a strapping position a guide device for the strapping elements. The guide device arranges the strapping elements around the packaged item and defines intersecting areas of movement for the strapping elements. A binding device inserts and/or tensions the strapping elements and connects overlapping areas of the strapping elements. In order to permit the strapping of a greater number applications, a connection mechanism is provided to connect the strapping elements in the immediate environment of a crossover location of the strapping elements and/or at the crossover location of the strapping elements. It is also possible to effect the connection using a single sealing stamp.

Abstract: The present invention is custom-colorable protective tack for horses. Preferably, the tack is “bell boots”, “splint boots” and “skid boots”. By “custom” we mean that the tack is conveniently and economically colorable by the rider, owner, groom, etc., after delivery by the finished tack vendor, with commonly available utensils and raw materials that may be applied by hand by any normal person, for example, on white FABLENE™ material with a SHARPIE™ pen. Also, by “custom” we mean that the tack material is conveniently and economically colorable by the tack vendor, or at its direction, before assembly of the finished tack. By “colorable” we mean that contrast in color may be applied to the tack so that images are created thereon. Also, the present invention is a method for custom-coloring such tack.

Abstract: A horse-used protective mask including at least one mask composed of symmetrical thermoplastic meshworks and having a configuration adapted to a horse's face for shielding the horse's face. A first connecting section is disposed on a corner of the lower portion of the mask. A second connecting section is disposed on another corner of the lower portion of the mask. The first connecting section can be wound around the chin of a horse to connect with the second connecting section. At least one outward swelling section is formed on the mask near the eyes of the horse. When the mask is fixed on the face of the horse, the inner face of the mask will not touch or abrade the eyes of the horse. In addition, the swelling section is held by small crimped sections away from the eyes of the horse so that the eyesight of the horse will not be obstructed.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for cleaning the filter of a vacuum cleaner which has a dirt collecting container with a suction inlet, to which a suction tube is connected, the dirt collecting container being connected to at least one suction unit via at least one filter and at least one suction line, and at least one closing valve closing an external air inlet, via which the suction line is connected to an external air supply, in which method, for cleaning the filter, the closing valve is opened and the side of the filter that is oriented away from the dirt collecting container is impinged upon by external air.

Abstract: There is disclosed a porous honeycomb filter whose trapping efficiency does not drop even when a porosity fluctuates and which is capable of balancing the trapping efficiency and a pressure loss. The porous honeycomb filter is a filter whose pore distribution has been controlled. A volume of pores having a pore diameter of 15 ?m or less is 0.07 cc/cc or less, and a volume of pores having a pore diameter of 40 ?m or more is 0.07 cc/cc or less.

Abstract: A filter system for an internal combustion engine of a motor vehicle has a housing with a top housing part and a bottom housing part. A filter element is arranged inside the housing. An unfiltered air connector is connected to the housing. A clean air connector is connected to the housing The top housing part has a support grate embedded in foam material. The support grate and the foam material are configured such that bending of the top housing part in a direction of the bottom housing part is ensured when a load is applied.

Abstract: A filter element for removing contaminant from a dirty stream, such as an air filter element for removing and/or coalescing liquid contaminant from an incoming dirty air stream. The filter element has a polygonal shape, with radiused corners. Such a shape mitigates pleat bunching, reduces airflow resistance, thus increasing in the volume of incoming air when compared to conventional cylindrical filter elements having the same surface area and pleat heights. Examples of polygonal shapes include rectangular (including square) and triangular. The filter element may be tapered.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods for making a microporous ceramic material using a metal silicon powder and including a reaction sintering process of the silicon. A material for forming a microporous ceramic material used in these methods includes a metal silicon powder, a silicon nitride powder and/or a silicon carbide powder, and if desired, a yttrium oxide powder and/or an aluminum oxide powder. These methods can make a microporous ceramic material that can be used preferably as a gas or liquid filter, a catalyst carrier or a support of a gas separation membrane.

Abstract: The grain holding bin of a combine harvester can be rapidly unloaded either on-the-go or at a standstill by an inclined unloading conveyor having its intake end at a low point in the bin adjacent the far side of the bin. The unloading conveyor extends gradually upwardly and outwardly in a straight line from its intake end to a point above and beyond the opposite side of the bin to provide a straight, unrestricted run for grain being unloaded without twists, turns and significant breaks in auger flighting. The outer end of the unloading conveyor can be pivoted back into a rearwardly extending transport position about a simple generally upright pivot hinge.

Abstract: The grain holding bin of a combine harvester can be rapidly unloaded either on-the-go or at a standstill by an inclined unloading conveyor having its intake end at a low point in the bin adjacent the far side of the bin. The unloading conveyor extends gradually upwardly and outwardly in a straight line from its intake end to a point above and beyond the opposite side of the bin to provide a straight, unrestricted run for grain being unloaded without twists, turns and significant breaks in auger flighting. The outer end of the unloading conveyor can be pivoted back into a rearwardly extending transport position about a simple generally upright pivot hinge.

Abstract: A mower includes a mower base unit and a cutting reel assembly having a plurality of cutting blades rotatable about an axis extending substantially parallel to the ground. The mower also includes at least one leading link pivotally interconnecting the cutting reel assembly and the mower base unit such that the cutting reel moves independently relative to the mower base unit as the cutting reel assembly traverses undulating terrain. Furthermore, the mower includes at least one tracking rod interconnecting the mower base unit and the cutting reel assembly. The tracking rod is configured to cause the cutting reel assembly to track in a substantially straight line along a mowing direction while reducing lateral movement of the cutting reel assembly relative to the mower base unit.

Abstract: One or two conventional picking units are mounted on a two-wheel, high clearance running gear or frame. A two-point hitch is coupled to the draft links of a tractor or an equal-angle hitch is coupled to the tractor drawbar. Hitch and tongue interface on the harvester facilitates sharp turn angles between the implement and the tractor through use of a pivoting member containing the driveline powering the units from the tractor. A center pivot tongue allows offset for appropriate row alignment and provides improved maneuverability and implement steering on headlands and turn rows. A hydraulic cylinder connected to the tongue or a crossed four-bar linkage structure controls tongue angle. A basket is supported at the rear of the frame and the row units are located forwardly of the frame to provide counterbalancing forces about the wheel axis.

Abstract: A corn head includes a tension control system that adjusts tension or biasing force of each deck plate of the corn head based upon user inputs, sensor signals, or both.

Abstract: A crop harvesting header with a cutter bar and a draper assembly has a draper canvas with a plurality of transverse slats with a resilient strip across a front edge of the outer surface in front of the front end of the slats to cooperate with a rearwardly projecting element of the cutter bar extending over the upper run of the draper canvas to engage the upper surface of said strip to form a seal to inhibit entry between the cutter bar and the draper canvas of materials carried by the cut crop. There is also provided a bead on the canvas on the surface opposite the strip within the width of the strip. The arrangement can be symmetrical with a strip at each of the front and rear edges spanned by the slats extending between them, with beads on each edge opposite the front and rear strips respectively.

Abstract: A mower unit includes a mower deck, a plurality of blades mounted inside said mower deck and rotatable about vertical shafts supported to the mower deck, the mower deck defining, on one lateral side thereof, a discharge outlet for discharging cut grass cut by the plurality of blades, and an opening/closing member configured to be movable to a closing position for closing the discharge outlet and also to an opening position away from the discharge outlet for opening the discharge outlet, the opening/closing member at the opening position being disposed along an outer face of the mower deck.