Abstract: An inflatable, portable treatment device for the treatment of an item, such as fumigation and/or extermination of vermin creature. The item is to be placed in an inner area of the inflatable bladder. A fan positioned in the inner area may propel a chemical agent in the interior area. According to certain embodiments, a heating element may increase the temperature of the interior area. A power cord for the fan or heating element may be plugged into an electrical extension assembly that is connected to the treatment device and is configured to prevent or minimize gas and/or fumigant and/or pesticide vapor from escaping from the inner area. The opening may be sealed by closing an air seal. An airway assembly may be attached to the treatment device to deliver gas from a gas delivery source, such as a blower or gas tank, into the interior area.

Abstract: In certain embodiments, a system for killing pests in an affected area includes a heat exchanger unit and an electric heater. The heat exchanger unit is placed within the affected area and is coupled to a faucet. The heat exchanger unit is configured to receive a flow of water from the faucet and to emit heated air by transferring heat from the flow of water to air flowing through the heat exchanger unit. The electric heater further heats the air emitted by the heat exchanger unit to a target temperature greater than 120 degrees Fahrenheit.

Abstract: The invention provides a system and method for the treatment of insect pests and their eggs. A collapsible enclosure is provided which operates under positive pressure to heat treat household or other items placed therein. A controller may be provided in certain embodiments to allow programming of a treatment cycle.

Abstract: This invention is in the field of expandable, exothermic gel-forming compositions that are predominately useful in the consumer products and medical industries. More particularly, it relates to the use of expandable particulate exothermic gel-forming compositions with efficient and long-lasting heat production for heating surfaces and objects without the need for electricity or combustible fuel.

Abstract: Multiple catalytic processing stations enable a method for producing volatile gas streams from biomass decomposition at discrete increasing temperatures. These catalytic processing stations can be programmed to maximize conversion of biomass to useful renewable fuel components based on input feedstock and desired outputs.

Abstract: An additive composition for blending with fuel, the additive composition at least 3% w/w of a viscosity index (VI) improving polymer; and a solvent mixture including in the range of from 10 to 85% v/v of a middle distillate gas oil and at least 15% v/v of one or more components selected from aromatic hydrocarbons and oxygenates.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods for converting biomass-derived hydrocarbon streams into products suitable for use as fuel additives. These methods involve the acidic condensation of hydrocarbon monofunctional alcohols comprising five or six carbon atoms to form ether condensation products containing at least ten carbon atoms. The oxygenated condensation products can be separated from un-reacted alcohols and gasoline range hydrocarbons to provide an oxygenated fuel additive that may be mixed with a diesel or kerosene-type liquid hydrocarbon fuel to provide an improved fuel that may have an increased cetane number, decreased emissions of environmental pollutants during combustion, or both.

Abstract: For producing a liquefied material from a glycerin-based solid material, a glycerin-based solid material is allowed to be efficiently liquefied to produce a liquefied material that can be used as, for example, a fuel or the like. A glycerin-based solid material, such as a glycerin-based solid material produced as a byproduct in the production of a biodiesel fuel from a plant oil, is mixed with at least one oil selected from the group consisting of a mineral oil, an animal oil, and a plant oil; and an acid to produce a liquefied material, the acid being mixed in such that the pH of the liquefied material is 3 to 12.

Abstract: A mushroom compost compacting system and method includes a roller assembly mounted to a compost receptacle to form a nip, and a web or conveyor to convey mushroom compost to the nip. Mushroom compost is compacted at the nip from an initial compost height to a final compost height. The roller assembly has a roller, a shaft, and fixtures coupled to each end of the shaft. The fixtures are adjustable to define the roller nip height. In one embodiment, the fixtures are mounted to sleeves that engage the sidewalls of the compost receptacle. In another embodiment, the ends of the fixtures are mounted to a support, which may be a joist or a separate channel extending under the floor portion of the compost receptacle, or which may be a post that forms support structure for the compost receptacle.

Abstract: A self-contained hydroseeding packet comprised of seed, mulch, fertilizer and optional color, that when combined with water dissolves in a slurry for use in a portable hydroseeding system.

Abstract: A power-saving flowerpots capable of serial connecting with other flowerpot includes a planting tank having a horizontal plane and an inclined plane at an upper side thereof for planting; a water tank connected to a lower side of the planting tank; the connection of the planting tank and the water tank being formed as an L shape; an interior of the water tank being formed with a water draining channel; an upper side of the water draining channel being formed with a communication hole so that when the water level in the water tank is over a lower edge of the communication hole; water will flow into the communication hole from the water tank. A plurality of flowerpot can be installed as a first row by a retaining rod to pass through all hooks of the flowerpots;and the water tubes of the flowerpot are connected one by one.

Abstract: A garden support system according to one embodiment includes a plurality of support poles having a generally elongated pole body. At least one of the support poles has a first end that includes a tapered portion for insertion into a support medium. The system includes a plurality of alignment members for joining the support poles in a grid arrangement for supporting at least one plant. The alignment members each have a pair of channels each for receiving a corresponding support pole therein. When the alignment members and support poles are joined, the alignment members hold the support poles in place by a friction fit between the respective pole bodies and channels and permit adjustment of the grid arrangement by sliding an alignment member along a corresponding pole body.

Abstract: A growth-enhancing element for enhancing plant growth includes a substrate and a plurality of discrete portions of fertilizer. The substrate includes at least one first layer of polymer and at least one second layer of polymer disposed over the at least one first layer of polymer. The discrete portions of fertilizer are encapsulated in the substrate such that the plurality of discrete portions of fertilizer are disposed between the at least one first layer of polymer and the at least one second layer of polymer. The discrete portions of fertilizer each have a flat side that abuts the at least one first layer of polymer and a rounded side that abuts the at least one second layer of polymer. The substrate is configured and arranged to controllably release the fertilizer from the substrate over a period of time.

Abstract: A method for cultivating one or more plants in an apparatus which has at least one first chamber and at least one second chamber separated from one another by a first partition wall, wherein the first partition wall has one or more communication openings which connect the inner space of the first chamber to the inner space of the second chamber, wherein the plant and/or the first partition wall are displaced so that an area of the plant which was initially located in the second chamber is located in the first chamber after the displacement of the plant and/or of the first partition wall. The plant may be offset relative to the apparatus such that a region of the plant which was originally not located in the second chamber is located in the second chamber after displacement of the plant relative to the apparatus.

Abstract: A plant culture apparatus includes: a culture container including a transparent surrounding wall, a top opening, and a cover to close the top opening; a liquid culture medium disposed inside the culture container and having a liquid surface distal from the cover; a plant support fixed inside the culture container; a plant supported by the plant support; and a solid culture medium disposed within the culture container above the liquid surface. The solid culture medium is dissolvable in the liquid culture medium when the liquid culture medium is caused to contact the solid culture medium.

Abstract: In accordance with exemplary embodiments, the present disclosure comprises a device, system and methods for water and/or nutrient-efficient hydroponic gardening. In accordance with exemplary embodiments, the device comprises a grow cup which allows plants to develop and grow roots in one or more of a hydrozone, an aerozone, and a biozone. A system in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure comprises a grow cup within a tray. Exemplary methods of enhanced hydroponic gardening comprise providing a grow cup, adding one or more grow media to each of a hydrozone, an aerozone, and a biozone within the grow cup, submersing the hydrozone in a highly oxygenated water and/or nutrient solution, and planting a plant in the biozone.

Abstract: The invention relates to an automaton useful in cultivating or phenotyping a plurality of plants in a controlled environment, including a plate on which a plurality of movable cultivation substrate holders is placed, said movable holders being capable of consecutively taking every possible position on the surface of said plate. The invention also relates to a facility useful in cultivating or phenotyping a plurality of plants in a controlled environment, particularly including said automaton, and further to a method useful in cultivating or phenotyping a plurality of plants in a controlled environment.

Abstract: A pot assembly includes a pot having an inner part with a recessed space and a transparent outer part which supports the inner part. A hollow area is defined between the inner and outer parts. The inner and outer parts are connected to each other by two respective connection parts. The inner bottom of the space has a recess and a hole is defined through the inside of the recess and communicates with the hollow area. A water-guide member is located in the recess and the other end of the water-guide member is located adjacent to conjunction area between the hole and the hollow area. The water-guide member includes multiple particles and liquid spreads in the soil in the space via the paths between adjacent particles. A hollow hose is connected to the inner or outer parts for communication between the air inside and outside of the hollow area.

Abstract: A mixer (10) for mixing a combustible gas and a combustion supporting gas comprises a tubular mixing section (1) which extends between one end (1a) having a combustible gas supply port (2) and the other end (1b) having a mixed gas discharge port (3); and a combustion supporting gas supply tube (4) which is inserted into the tubular mixing section (1) between the one end (1a) and the other end (1b) of the tubular mixing section (1) and has a combustion supporting gas supply port (5) at its tip (4a) to open towards the other end (1b) of the tubular mixing section (1). A juxta-tip part (4b) of the combustion supporting gas supply tube (4) has an outer shape tapered towards the combustion supporting gas supply port (5) at the tip (4a).

Abstract: A closure device is provided for opening and/or re-closing a wall element, with an unlocking locking device for opening and re-closing the wall element. A holding device is provided by which the wall element is arranged in a first function position from which it is re-closed again or by which the wall element is arranged in a second function position, from which the wall element is openably held. A control device is provided that releases a tensioning device of the unlocking locking device. For a first release period with which the wall element is loaded with a force in the direction of the second function position. When the wall element on actuation of an actuating device is closed or arranged in the first function position and at least locks the tensioning device after the second release period when the wall element on actuating the actuating means is opened.

Abstract: The invention relates to a door drive device (11) for driving a door leaf (18) of a door (10), comprising a traction mechanism (13) designed in particular as a rope drive, the mechanism comprising a traction means monitoring device (28) for monitoring a breakdown of a traction means (Z1, Z2). In order to provide a simple design, which can be installed with particular ease, yet ensures safe operation, the traction means monitoring device (28) consists of mechanical blocking devices (150, 160) acting in opposing door movement directions and blocking when the traction means tension of an associated traction means (Z1, Z2) decreases and a load monitoring device (78) for a motor drive assembly (49) for load interruption when one of the blocking devices (150, 160) blocks.

Abstract: A cover for an automatic vehicle door latch. The cover comprises a first wall having a free top and bottom edge, and a second edge intersecting an edge of a second wall. The second wall also includes top, free and bottom edges, wherein the bottom and top edge of the first and second walls are contiguous. The first and second walls are angled relative to one another at the intersecting edges. A top ridge protrudes from the walls adjacent the top edges, and a second ridge protrudes from the wall between the top and bottom ridges such that the top ridge and the second ridge define a channel therebetween.

Abstract: Provided are a method of modifying a cemented carbide and a cemented carbide modified by the method. Particularly provided is an advantageous method of modifying a cemented carbide layer formed by a thermal spraying method on a surface of a metal substrate. The method of modifying a cemented carbide includes applying a friction stir process to a cemented carbide, thereby allowing crystal grains in a binder phase included in the cemented carbide to become finer. It is possible to achieve modification effectively by applying the friction stir process particularly to a cemented carbide layer formed on a surface of a metal substrate by using the thermal spraying method.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fused grit having the following chemical analysis, in wt %: ZrO2+HfO2: 38.0-46.0%; Al2O3: the remainder up to 100%; SiO2: 0.20-0.60%; Y2O3: 0.45 to 0.70%; TiO2: 1.00 to 2.00%; other oxides: <1.00%, the ratio of Y2O3/SiO2 being 0.80 to 2.00, and the tetragonal phase being 60 to 90% of the weight of the zirconia, the remainder being in monoclinic form.

Abstract: The invention relates to a diamond tool comprising a tool body (1, 2, 3) provided with diamond segments (4) manufactured by sintering and each segment comprising at least one diamond part (5) and a base part (6), or base (6), which base (6) is fixed to the tool body (1, 2, 3), so that the diamond part protrudes from a cutting edge (10) of the tool body in a protruding direction. More specifically a number of notches (7) are arranged to cross through the cutting edge (10) in a lateral direction compared to the protruding direction, and at least one, and preferably all, of the diamond segments (4) are fixed to the tool body (1, 2, 3) through attachment of the base (6) of the diamond segment to at least one notch (7) by fixing methods comprising a base deforming force applied in a lateral direction to the base (6), compared to the protruding direction.

Abstract: A rain gutter guard comprises a downward leg for abutting gutter hangers when the guard is urged down into the gutter. A shoulder of the guard accommodates the shoulder of the gutter hangers. A front attachment flap secures the front of the guard to the gutter while the rear is retained by friction fit of an angled segment against the building fascia. An upstanding wall separates the central portion from the attachment flap. The central portion is inclined rearward and the attachment flap inclines to the front.

Abstract: An office workwall assembly includes a work frame assembly that includes a pair of vertical frame members, a horizontal frame member extending between and operably coupled to the pair of vertical frame members, wherein the pair of vertical frame members each include at least one longitudinally-extending channel. The frame assembly further includes a pair of frame mounting bracket secured within the at least one channel by at least one mechanical fastener and adapted to be secured to a wall structure and support the frame assembly from the wall structure, wherein the vertical frame members may be vertically, horizontally and/or angularly adjusted with respect to the mounting bracket positioned within the channel. The workwall assembly also includes an office utility assembly operably coupled with and supported by the pair of vertical frame members, wherein the office utility assembly is cantilevered from the frame assembly.

Abstract: A load bearing structure including a first fixed net layer, a second fixed net layer and a non-linear structure in between. The first fixed net layer may include a first layer of flexible fabric and a fixing material that fixes the shape of the first layer of flexible fabric. The second fixed net layer may include a second layer of flexible fabric and a fixing material that fixes the shape of the second layer of flexible fabric. The non-linear reinforcing structure may be in communication with the first and second fixed net layers and may be configured to share with the first and second fixed net layers a load applied to the load bearing structure.

Abstract: A foldable structure is adjustable between a folded condition for storage and shipping, and an unfolded condition for occupation by one or more users. The foldable structure may be substantially prefabricated at a manufacturing facility, transitioned into its folded condition, and placed into a shipping container for shipping to a destination site. A single foldable structure may be placed in the shipping container, or multiple foldable structures may fit in a standard shipping container. For example, in some embodiments, as many as six foldable structures may fit in a single standard shipping container.

Abstract: Disclosed are various building facade surface configurations and related methods. An exemplary facade includes grooved cavities that are configured in a manner that reflects summer (cooling season) insolation and absorbs winter (heating season) insolation. The effective absorptivities of the exemplary facade for various cavity reflectance characteristics, i.e., a wide range of diffuse and specular reflectance characteristics, are evaluated using a Monte Carlo model. The calculations in an illustrated embodiment are performed for the latitude of 41° N where both heating and cooling loads are significant. Embodiments of facades and other structures are similarly within the scope of the disclosure for locations of different latitudes and longitudes.

Abstract: A perforating gun loading and storage facility is disclosed. In one aspect of the present disclosure, the perforating gun loading and storage facility includes, a floor without venting, a roof comprising a layer of steel and a vent for energy release, and a set of external walls enclosing a region between the floor and the roof forming an internal region within which a perforating gun is to be loaded and handled; each of the set of external walls having a layer of steel.

Abstract: The present invention is a roof mount ballast solar racking system that includes a plurality of tri-member assemblies that form a plurality of U-shaped channels to receive and hold a plurality of solar panels, a plurality of wind screens attached onto the back of the tri-member assemblies to assist in preventing uplift of the system and the tri-member assemblies during high wind conditions and a plurality of channel connecting components that connect the tri-member assemblies and form a plurality of horizontal rows of the tri-member assemblies. The system also has plurality of heavy duty strut connections that connect the plurality of horizontal rows together, a plurality of ballast trays that are placed between two tri-member assemblies that serve as a ballast and a plurality of fasteners that are utilized to secure one or more components of the system together and to secure the system to the roof.

Abstract: Wall panel systems are provided. The systems use interlocking brackets to attach photovoltaic (PV), ceramic, or other rigid wall panels to an exterior wall of a building. The interlocking components include a plurality of wall mounting brackets configured to carry the dead loads of the respective wall panels, and a plurality of panel brackets that may be quickly hung from the wall mounting brackets. The wall mounting brackets are configured to be operatively fastened to an exterior wall surface, while each of the panel brackets is adhesively attached to the rear surface of a respective panel. Each of the wall mounting brackets and the nested panel brackets is substantially similar in dimension and configuration. Further, the system is configured to allow wall panels to be attached to the bracket assemblies in any sequence. A method for attaching architectural wall panels is also provided herein.

Abstract: A device for removably securing the edge, provided with a profiling, of a floor covering to a profile construction delimiting the floor covering, the profile construction being in particular a step nosing profile with an angular step profile and a base profile which can be secured on a step and the angular step profile having a step leg with a covering wing and a stop leg, wherein an interchangeable insert which is configured as a profile rail and is arranged such that it can be removed and can be adapted in its position to the profile construction and on which is configured, at least on one of its two mutually opposite longitudinal edges, a retainer which cooperates with the profiling of the edge of the floor covering and is configured to be at least partly complementary to the profiling.

Abstract: A building block for constructing a wall comprises a main body. The main body has an insulating core with concrete inner and outer shell members. The inner and outer shell members respectively cover inner and outer lateral surfaces of the insulating core. A vertical throughbore in the main body receives a vertical structural member. Top and bottom surfaces of the main body have complementary shapes for mating engagement when blocks are assembled one on top of the other. A female connector at a first end of the main body defines a retaining cavity. A male connector at a second end of the main body has a captive portion of shape complementary to the retaining cavity of the female connector, and blocks engagement in vertical and longitudinal directions when the blocks are assembled end to end. A construction system is also provided.

Abstract: A safety cap assembly for use with a coupler for a point glass structure is disclosed. In exemplary embodiments, the safety cap assembly may include a base having a top edge portion defining a top aperture; a bottom edge portion defining a bottom aperture; a wall extending from the top edge portion to the bottom edge portion; a channel extending from the top aperture to the bottom aperture, the channel adapted to receive at least a first portion of the coupler and to receive filler material that provides support to the point glass structure; and a cover disposed on the top edge portion of the base, the cover having a top surface having an aperture formed therein adapted to receive at least a second portion of the coupler.

Abstract: The present invention relates to wall molds for forming concrete columns and beams using a structural insulating core wall comprising of structural support members with spacer blocks or spacer insulation with inner and outer boards between the support members. The spacer blocks interlock vertically and horizontally between spacer blocks and/or the spacer insulation with its inner and outer boards, between the support channels and connectors, between the trough, horizontal tongue and the horizontal bracing channel all interlocking between each other and the column and beam molds into which concrete is poured into the molds when erected vertically. The beam and column molds use various types of connectors, the structural insulating core, the structural support members within the wall extending above the structural insulating core and the inner and outer boards.

Abstract: A suspended ceiling system has a series of nodes interconnected by grid members to define a grid network. Each node includes a connection plate having a central port area that is adapted to form a recessed part of the finished surface of the ceiling system that is visible between adjacent suspended ceiling panels that conceal the grid members. The connection plate preferably includes grid member connecting arms extending outwardly from the connection plate. The central port area includes a cavity adapted for different purposes. This cavity can receive ceiling components, for example various light fixtures, securing devices or a removable access panel that covers the central port area.

Abstract: A force transmitting connection element having an insulation body limited by two oppositely located support surfaces which are at a distance corresponding to a height H of the force transmitting connection. A first support surface faces a first cast structural component part and has a length L1 and a width B1. A second support surface limiting the insulation body faces a second cast structural component part and has a length L2 and a width B2. A longitudinal center axis runs through a center of the insulation body. A element penetrates the insulation body. An element for transmitting transverse force projects beyond the compressive force transmitting connection element in direction of the first cast structural component part and a ratio between transmissible compressive force and transmissible transverse force is between 1.5:1 and 15:1 and a distance LK is less than (B1+B2)/6.

Abstract: A roof assembly for covering a building includes a first structural layer coupled to the framework of the building, a second structural layer positioned above the first structural layer, and an insulating layer including a roof insulation panel positioned between the first and second structural layers. A ventilating purlin extends between and contacts the first and second structural layers along at least one edge of the roof insulation panel. The ventilating purlin transfers loads from the second structural layer to the first structural layer without using the insulating layer for structural support. The ventilating purlin also includes at least one ventilation opening positioned to enable air flow through the ventilating purlin into a ventilating layer of air space formed between the insulating layer and the second structural layer. Thus, the ventilating purlin permits full ventilation of the roof assembly.

Abstract: The embodiments of the invention includes a retrofitting system for the insulation of existing interior walls such as basements; a retrofitting system for the insulation of exterior walls of a structure such as a home needing further insulation without a convenient or economical method to do so within the interior walls, the inclusion of insulation within the concrete walls of a structure constructed by the tilt-up construction method and a use of elements of the insulated wall system to effectively insulate and provide continuous studding in a conventional “cast-in-place” concrete wall assembly, subsequent to placing concrete. The insulated wall systems of these embodiments provide an economical and efficient method of providing the installation of insulation panels to each of the walls described. The insulation panels are generally of a foam structure supported by connecting and/or corner studs.

Abstract: A cover for closing an access opening that leads to an infrequently used space within a building, such as an attic, that generally provides an air seal, thermal insulation and/or acoustic insulation at the access opening. The cover may be in one or two portions, including a closure alone or a closure and a frame having an aperture that can be closed by engagement between the closure and the frame. When the cover is used alone it engages a frame or a wall circumscribing the access opening. The cover is sized and shaped to close a stairwell, or the opening at one end of a stairway, an opening in a generally vertical wall, a hatch, or a pull down ladder. The closure and frame are each made of one or more components.

Abstract: The present invention relates to various types of connectors used to form concrete columns and beams using a structural insulating core wall as a mold for forming column and beam molds. Some connectors can extend above the structural insulating core, used as support channels within the column and beam molds or are extensions of the support channels. Some connectors require grooves within the inner and outer boards so the connectors can twist and lock into the grooves while other slide within the grooves to form column and beam molds. Other connectors are installed horizontally interlocking the vertical support channels and connectors together. Some connectors are full height connectors while other can be short clip or brackets that attach to other connectors.

Abstract: A roof flashing that can be installed around a pipe, instead of over the pipe, is provided. The roof flashing can include a collar, a base, a foot, and a longitudinal opening. The collar can have a conical shape. The base can have a top edge and a bottom edge, the top edge of the base coupled to a bottom edge of the collar, the bottom edge of the base having a diameter larger than a diameter of the top edge of the base. The foot can be coupled to the bottom edge of the base and extend outwardly from the bottom edge of the base. The longitudinal opening can extend from an apex of the collar to an edge of the foot, and a width of the longitudinal opening can increase when first and second edges of the opening are pulled away from each other.

Abstract: A trim assembly for use in concealing open spaces created by siding materials, wherein the assembly comprises a trim member configured to cover and conceal the terminal edges of the siding while simultaneously creating an expansion channel which allows the siding to expand or contract without causing premature bulging, bowing, splintering, cracking, and the like. The assembly may further comprise an insert wherein the insert is configured to readily engage with the trim member, and where the insert in combination with the trim member creates the look of butted cedar siding. The insert is configured to allow the siding to expand and contract in both a horizontal and a vertical direction.

Abstract: A masonry anchor and method of use for connecting first and second spaced-apart walls defining a cavity therebetween, the anchor including an anchor bracket including a slot and a pintle engaging and carried by the anchor bracket and extending outwardly from the anchor bracket and bridging a cavity between the first and second walls. The pintle includes first and second laterally spaced-apart hooks for being positioned and locked in the slot of the anchor bracket. The hooks have a nominal spacing between them that is greater than a width of the slot, and are deformable into a position wherein the hooks are spaced apart by a distance that is less than the width of the slot for allowing the hooks to be inserted into the slot, and have sufficient positional memory to return from its deformed position to its nominal spacing when manual pressure is released.

Abstract: A thermally reflective panel assembly for use in a structure, the roof panel assembly comprising an exterior panel having opposing outer and inner surfaces separated by exterior panel edge surfaces; an interior panel having opposing outer and inner surfaces separated by interior panel edge surfaces that are aligned with the exterior panel edge surfaces; an intermediate section fixed to the inner surfaces of the exterior panel and the interior panel to define compartments between the exterior and interior panels; and at least one layer of metallic material fixed to at least one surface of the compartments.

Abstract: A swimming pool has a plurality of wall panels secured together in an edge-to-edge relation to define the perimeter of the pool. At least one of the panels includes: a generally rectangular main body having a generally planar face forming a portion of a pool side wall; a pair of opposed edge flanges for juxtaposition with edge flanges of adjacent wall panels, the flanges extending from the plane of the body face at an angle differing from orthogonal by a small draft angle; and a plurality of elongated ribs extending along each flange of the at least one panel in a direction generally orthogonal to the plane of the body face.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device intended for establishing a connection between two adjacent slabs, preferably concrete slabs, by fitting the expansion joint found between the two slabs. The device takes the form of a metallic profile or two metallic profiles. The device is provided with load transfer elements such as projections or dowels arranged at a first defined height as well as anchoring elements arranged at a second defined height. The anchoring elements are arranged on either side of the profile(s), either alternating or opposite each other. The anchoring elements take the form of a flat sheet that has a distal portion and a proximal portion. The distal portion has an opening or a reservation allowing the passage of a positioning and maintaining device for fastening a positioning and maintaining device.

Abstract: A movable safety barrier system includes a flexible barrier member having a barrier member length with first and second ends, and a width. The barrier member can have a construction that is flexible in both directions along the length and width of the barrier member. First and second end supports are provided which are capable of supporting respective first and second ends of the length of the barrier member when the barrier member is extended between the end supports. The end supports can allow the extended barrier member to move in a direction transverse to the width of the barrier member when desired.