Abstract: A wall framing system for supporting an interior wall in spaced proximity to an exterior wall includes one or more stud members extending between upper and lower frame channel members, which are configured to self-locate in relation to the exterior wall in a manner which establishes a moisture and air barrier between the exterior wall and the interior wall supported by the wall framing system. The interior wall supported by the wall framing system is resistant to moisture degradation, and maintains desired R-value insulation properties throughout the wall.

Abstract: Disclosed is a floor assembly for a modular building unit that avoids the need to turn the floor assembly frame over for installation of a floor subsheet, and that likewise provides a modular floor subsheet that may be fitted to the modular building unit without welding, rivets, screws, or other tooling. A floor assembly frame includes side rails that form the exterior, bottom perimeter of the modular building unit, and joists that extent between parallel side rails of the floor assembly frame. The joists are configured at their base on one side with a slot configured to receive one end of a section of a floor subsheet. An opposite end of the floor subsheet is then positioned overtop the joist element that forms the top portion of the slot on an adjacent joist, which opposite end may then be held in place with a pin, clip, or other fastener requiring minimal effort to install.

Abstract: As substrate for making a sensitive floor includes a first frame made of high-conductivity sensing elements having a first orientation; a second frame made of high-conductivity sensing elements, which is adapted to be laid on the first frame and has a second orientation, other than the first orientation, the second frame forming a support layer for floor finishing products; and an element made of a conductive material, which includes an elastically compressible layer having a thickness, two opposite faces contacting the first and second frames, and an electric resistor whose resistance is proportional to the thickness.

Abstract: A sub-flooring panel with improved impact and/or sound deadening (ISD) properties that is adapted to adjoin other sub-flooring panels to form a sub-flooring panel assembly, includes a base body having an upper surface formed with a groove for receiving a heating/cooling element, such as hydronic piping. A sub-flooring system with significantly improved ISD properties includes the sub-flooring panel assembly and an underlayment assembly which comprises a plurality of generally rigid stabilizing panels and pistons, each piston being adjustable in height, to support at least sub-flooring panels, and any sound trapping panels.

Abstract: A lighting system for ceiling grid systems advantageously uses a grid member designed to cooperate with a strip light to secure the strip light generally aligned beneath the grid system. The grid system can be initially installed with the cooperating grid members at specified locations. The strip lights can then be installed to the grid system. This arrangement simplifies installation particularly installations in commercial type spaces and larger scale architectural projects.

Abstract: Disclosed is a connecting system for connecting wall panels to the support frame, and more particularly to the rigid corner support posts of a support frame, of a modular building unit. The connecting system includes a modular bracket assembly and is configured so that two modular connecting brackets attach to each corner vertical support column, which modular brackets are configured to receive the vertical edge of a wall panel. The brackets themselves are configured for easy replacement and/or adjustment through minimal effort, are fully symmetrical to allow use of bracket elements at varied locations, and may be replaced or adjusted particularly without removing, altering, or otherwise disturbing the corner vertical support column of the frame of the modular building unit.

Abstract: Disclosed is a modular building construction having interlocking wall panels that mate with one another and with the frame of the building unit without screws, bolts or other fasteners, but while ensuring a water-tight fit. This configuration significantly simplifies installation of the wall panels into the skeletal frame of the modular building unit, allowing a first wall panel to be joined to an adjacent wall panel in a quick and easy installation step while maintaining the ability to later adjust and/or replace the wall panel.

Abstract: A shingle, a method of making it, and a roof embodying the shingle is provided, in which an exterior surface of the shingle is provided with an attached reinforcement layer through which fasteners may be applied when the shingle is applied to a roof.

Abstract: Shingle blanks including a first fold region, a second fold region, a third region, a lower edge and an upper edge are provided. The shingle blank has a length. The first and second fold regions extend substantially across the length of the shingle blank. The second fold region is positioned between the first and third fold regions. A first perforation line is positioned between the second and third fold regions. A second perforation line is positioned between the first and second fold regions. A reinforcement material is positioned over the first perforation line and configured to reinforce the first perforation line. The reinforcement material includes apertures configured to allow an asphalt coating to bleed through the reinforcement material. The first and second perforation lines facilitate folding of the first and second fold regions on top of the third region to form a three layered stack.

Abstract: Disclosed is a roof assembly for a modular building unit that comprises a roofing sheet that is welded to the frame of the modular building unit to form a unitary, continuous sealed weld between the roofing sheet and the generally horizontal structural frame of the modular building unit, and that is pitched to downwardly direct water toward one end of the modular building unit. The welded roof assembly prevents water infiltration into the modular building unit, and such watertight structure may then receive any gutter configuration the user wishes to implement without risking water infiltration into the building unit. The welded roofing sheet avoids the use of screws or other fasteners, and the associated possibility of water leakage around the screws and into the building unit.

Abstract: A system of components, which, when assembled, form a rainwater separator for a downpipe is disclosed. The system includes, among other things, a screen for fine filtering of the rainwater. In a first assembly arrangement, the parts are assembled to form a rainwater separator with the screen so that the filtered water can be used as non-potable water for the household. In a second assembly arrangement, the screen is omitted, so that the water obtained from the rainwater separator may be utilized for watering the garden, for example.

Abstract: This invention relates to a stair assist apparatus for assisting individuals to move up or down stairs, ramps or inclined structures and is connected to a wireless communication system that can provide status and location of the apparatus or the individual using the apparatus to a remotely located caregiver. The wireless communication systems within this invention contains at least one transmitter and one receiver capable of communicating voice or analog or digital formatted information of the state of sensors incorporated into the stair assist device. The stair assist apparatus also provides a secure transition for the person at both the top and bottom of the stair or ramp so that they can make the last steps with the help of the assist of the apparatus.

Abstract: A panel system includes a pair of panels coupled together at corresponding vertical ends by a mechanical fastener accessory including first and second protrusions respectively piercing each panel to provide a composite panel with a substantially planar surface.

Abstract: A method for constructing a concrete structure with light sources embedded therein is provided. An array of light sources with associated circuitry is positioned on a support member. A mold is positioned around the light sources and the associated circuitry on the support member. A binder material is filled in the mold containing the light sources and the associated circuitry on the support member to embed the light sources and the associated circuitry within the binder material. The binder material is allowed to set within the mold containing the embedded light sources and the associated circuitry. The mold and the support member are then removed to obtain the concrete structure embedded with the light sources and the associated circuitry. The embedded light sources illuminate the concrete structure when the embedded light sources are powered on. A decorative upper layer may be created by marbling, veining, etc., in the concrete structure.

Abstract: A framing assembly for crown molding includes a mounting bracket and a plurality of mounting blocks. The mounting bracket is elongated in a length direction and adapted for mounting in a construction joint with the length direction extending in parallel with the joint axis. The mounting blocks are connected to the mounting bracket and spaced apart in the length direction. The crown molding is secured in the joint via connection to the mounting blocks.

Abstract: Methods, systems and apparatuses for providing high electrical resistance for an upper control assembly (including control handles) of an aerial lift are provided through an isolation member that is integral to the upper control assembly and interposed between fluid lines in the control assembly and a set of fluid conduits that extend from the control assembly towards other portions of the aerial lift. The isolation member is a dielectric element that comprises a manifold that is made of material that is substantially electrically non-conductive, and that has a plurality of through-holes or hoses configured to allow hydraulic fluid to flow through the isolation member into and out of the fluid lines and conduits. These methods, systems and apparatuses are preferably used in upper control assemblies of aerial platforms that can carry one or more operators in order to prevent such operators from electrocution when controlling the lift.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device (1) for conveying high-viscosity materials, preferably for conveying concrete, comprising a conveyance conduit (5), wherein the conveyance conduit (5) can be extended by inserting at least one conduit segment (4) and wherein a distance between the conduit segment (4) and the conveyance conduit (5) can be compensated by a distance compensation device (3).

Abstract: The present application relates to an adjusting device (1) for adjusting a masonry guide (20) relative to a brick wall to be laid (11), comprising an elongate adjusting body (2), wherein the adjusting device is releasably attachable to both the wall and the masonry guide, and the adjusting device comprises a hinge (3) for rotating at least a part of the adjusting body out of the plane running parallel to the wall when the adjusting device is connected only to the wall.

Abstract: A safety net support system is provided. The system includes a plurality of support members having a material positioned there between to create a barrier between neighboring support members. The system further includes a pneumatic anchorage member functionally coupled to a source of pressurized air. An anchorage member is configured to sustain a corresponding support member. Each anchorage member includes a vacuum cup and a control input that can transition the anchorage member between an engaged state and a disengaged state. In the engaged state, the anchorage member utilizes the pressurized air to establish a vacuum between the vacuum cup and a surface in contact with the vacuum cup. In the disengaged state, the anchorage member utilizes the pressurized air to establish an air cushion between the vacuum cup and the surface.

Abstract: A cleaning device to be used on vertical surfaces such as windows that includes a horizontal row or number of horizontal rows of pressure washing nozzles. The nozzles are to be aimed at the surface to be cleaned and so protrude orthogonally from a horizontal pipe. The pipe is to be supported with a structure such as tubing or truss and winched or otherwise pulled up and down the surface of the building. A stability system can be provided to tension the guide cables that guide the cleaning device while constraining excessive horizontal movement of the stability system.

Abstract: A modular wall system for use in trade shows includes a wall or header panel formed of frame parts, and a connecting bracket for detachably connecting the end of the panel to an upstanding column. Perpendicular sections of a corner connector are received in the hollow end of different ones of the frame parts to connect the frame parts. A fabric cover defines a recess with an open end adapted to receive the frame parts. A closure device is provided for at least partially closing the open end of the fabric cover. A vertical support member extends from the frame parts to a surface to transmit the weight of an accessory to the surface. The accessory may be an adjustable garment rack, a coupling grid, a shelving unit, or a peg-board unit and a hook. The system includes a crate adapted to receive a plurality of members for transport.

Abstract: A system for limiting the flow from a dispensing valve when a dispensing cartridge is replaced with the system including a dispenser cartridge with a cam and a water socket with a flow limiter therein that is activeable in response to the position of the dispenser cartridge in the dispensing valve and operable in response to an upstream fluid pressure in the dispensing valve.

Abstract: A modular antimicrobial and antifungal treatment system for a spa or pool includes a main module. The main module comprising a transition metal mesh configured to allow fluid to enter and exit the main module. An anti-microbial and antifungal plastic material arranged in an interior portion of the main module. Individual modules in the main module includes a time release anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, or both, components, a sea salt component, and an adsorbent material. Further, a modular antimicrobial and antifungal treatment system for a spa or pool includes a support member coupled to the main module configured to hold the main module within an interior portion of a filter.

Abstract: A swimming pool cleaning system for removing stains and deposits on the bottom and walls of a swimming pool. The cleaning system includes a cleaning tool having an elongated handle pivotally secured to a tool head, wherein the tool head dispenses a cleaning solution for removing stains and deposits. The tool head may also include an absorbent or sponge-like material thereon and one or more scrapers to help remove deposits. The tool head is in fluid communication with a container in which a cleaning solution can be stored. The container includes a pump thereon for allowing the user to selectively deliver the cleaning solution to the cleaning tool. Thus, the cleaning system allows a user to more easily remove stains and deposits from the walls and bottom of a pool.

Abstract: An adjustable enclosure and method related to the same, with the adjustable enclosure comprising a frame, one or more cables extending from one frame location to at least one other frame location, and material extending from the one or more cables, the material comprising at least one enclosure side.

Abstract: An elongated tension-only or centering brace for a structural frame is provided where the brace is anchored at a first attachment point and to a second attachment point that is removed from the first attachment point. The elongated tension-only brace has one or more elastic restoring force elements that have effective lengths greater than the length of the tension only brace between the attachment points.

Abstract: A watchtower (100) useable as a secure shelter for at least one observer is disclosed. The aforesaid watchtower (100) comprises (a) a base (130) placeable on the ground; (b) a body vertically erected onto the base; the body is formed by a plurality of substantially hollow members (110, 112) placed one upon the other; (c) an observer's compartment (120) crowning the body; and (d) means (115) for mechanically interconnecting said base, substantially hollow members (110, 112) and observer's compartment (120) therebetween. The means (115) is configured for releasably interconnecting the base (130), substantially hollow members (110, 112) and observer's compartment (120) therebetween such that the erected watchtower (100) is demountable in sections.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a high-capacity drilling rig system that includes novel design features that alone and more particularly in combination facilitate a fast rig-up and rig-down with a single set of raising cylinders and maintains transportability features. In particular, a transport trailer is disclosed having a first support member and a drive member which align the lower mast portion with inclined rig floor ramps and translate the lower mast legs up the ramps and into alignment for connection. A pair of wing brackets is pivotally deployed from within the lower mast width for connection to the raising cylinder for raising the mast from a horizontal position into a vertical position. A cantilever is pivotally deployed from beneath the rig floor to a position above it for connection to the raising cylinder for raising the substructure from a collapsed position into the erect position.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a high-capacity drilling rig system that includes novel design features that alone and more particularly in combination facilitate a fast rig-up and rig-down with a single set of raising cylinders and maintains transportability features. In particular, a transport trailer is disclosed having a first support member and a drive member which align the lower mast portion with inclined rig floor ramps and translate the lower mast legs up the ramps and into alignment for connection. A pair of wing brackets is pivotally deployed from within the lower mast width for connection to the raising cylinder for raising the mast from a horizontal position into a vertical position. A cantilever is pivotally deployed from beneath the rig floor to a position above it for connection to the raising cylinder for raising the substructure from a collapsed position into the erect position.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a high-capacity drilling rig system that includes novel design features that alone and more particularly in combination facilitate a fast rig-up and rig-down with a single set of raising cylinders and maintains transportability features. In particular, a transport trailer is disclosed having a first support member and a drive member which align the lower mast portion with inclined rig floor ramps and translate the lower mast legs up the ramps and into alignment for connection. A pair of wing brackets is pivotally deployed from within the lower mast width for connection to the raising cylinder for raising the mast from a horizontal position into a vertical position. A cantilever is pivotally deployed from beneath the rig floor to a position above it for connection to the raising cylinder for raising the substructure from a collapsed position into the erect position.

Abstract: A support assembly includes a plurality of support arms coupled to a pole or tower structure. The plurality of support arms project radially from the pole or tower structure in a spaced relationship. A plurality of adjustable foot assemblies are coupled to respective distal ends of the plurality of support arms. Each of the plurality of adjustable foot assemblies is configured for coupling to an embedded helical pier. Each of the plurality of adjustable foot assemblies is capable of movement in each of three dimensions relative to the respective support arm to which it is coupled during installation of the support assembly.

Abstract: A structure includes a collapsible frame, a skin configured to be supported by the collapsible frame, a divider arranged to divide an interior of the structure into at least two compartments, and a mattress attachment structure secured to at least one of the collapsible frame and the skin.

Abstract: Systems and methods relating to post or pole installation wherein a post-attachable member with outward projections is fastened to a post or pole prior to installation.

Abstract: The invention relates to an improved aesthetically appearing and easy to install door hardware, including a flanged housing door hardware mounting plated having a built in drilling/screw positioning guide.

Abstract: A clutch and handle for applying rotation to a lockable mechanism is disclosed. In particular, the handle is adapted to prevent damage to the handle or a lockable mechanism when excess pressure or torque is applied to the handle. The torque limiting clutch mechanism limits the torque which can be applied by the handle such as to a lockable mechanism for securing a leaf within a frame. The torque limiting clutch mechanism comprises first and second rotors in confrontation to transmit rotational drive from the handle to the lockable mechanism. The first and second rotors are arranged to slip against each other beyond a maximum transferred torque.

Abstract: A lock assembly includes a lock housing with an annular wall separating an end wall and a face. A core is received in an opening disposed in the face. The core defines a keyway disposed in rotational engagement with an end portion for actuating the lock assembly between locked and unlocked positions. A drive member is rotationally interconnected with the end wall of the housing. The drive member is disposed in driven engagement with the end portion of the core. An adapter defines a generally X-shaped slot and is fixedly attached to the end portion. A tail piece is received by the slot. The tail piece defines an elongated substantially flat appendage including a proximal end retained in the adapter and a distal end extending outwardly from the adapter. The proximal end is twisted relative to the distal end between generally 40 and 50 degrees.

Abstract: A locking device and system are disclosed. The locking device includes a barrel within which sets a plug. A plurality of pins sit in pin pathways that extend partially through the barrel and plug and the pins prevent rotation of the barrel within the plug when the ends of the pins are not aligned with a shear line. One of the pins has a recess formed therein within which a locking ball can sit. The engagement or otherwise of the locking ball in the recess is controlled by a linear actuator. When the linear actuator allows the locking ball to disengage the recess the pin with the recess in can engage the key and a line the end of the pin with the shear line.

Abstract: A cylinder lock and key combination is disclosed, comprising a key (10, 10?, 10?) with an elongate key blade (11), and a lock having a rotatable key plug (20) with a key slot (15) and at least one dual tumbler assembly (50) for locking the key plug against rotation. The dual tumbler assembly includes an outer pin (51) which is movable elevationally in a chamber in the key plug, and an inner pin (52) which is movable telescopically in a cylindrical bore (51a) in said outer pin. The outer pin is provided with at least one key contacting end portion (51b) for engagement with a first code portion (12b) of said key blade upon insertion thereof in the key slot of the lock, and the inner pin (52) is also provided with at least one key contacting end portion (52b), for engagement with a second code portion (12a) of the key blade.

Abstract: A locking assembly including first and second hubs rotatably mounted in a case, a latch assembly which retracts in response to rotation of either of the hubs, and a locking member which selectively prevents rotation of at least one of the hubs. A sensor assembly is associated with at least one of the hubs, and is configured to transmit a signal in response to rotation of the at least one hub.

Abstract: A lock core for a lock assembly is provided including a housing having a first end. An operating member is configured to move between a retracted position and an extended position. When the operating member is in the retracted position, the operating member is at least partially recessed within the housing. A control member is arranged within the housing and is configured to selectively limit movement of the operating member between the retracted position and the extended position. The control member is operably coupled to the controller via an actuator.

Abstract: A door and locking assembly is disclosed for the electronic control of a door. The assembly includes a door having an exterior side, an interior side, a latch edge and an interior portion. An electronic control unit is provided. The control unit is located inside the door and is in communication with an antenna that is located on the external latch edge of the door. The control unit may be located in housing designed to fit within a mortised pocket in the door and the antenna may be protected by a cover that resembles a faceplate.

Abstract: A fire door lock is provides. A first opening unit is installed in a fire door panel to move a door locking bolt. A second opening unit laterally located on the fire door has a pressing handle coupled with an actuating block for operating the locking bolt. When the pressing handle is pushed and pressed, the actuating block activates an actuating rod and a linking arm to move horizontally. One end of the linking arm is coupled to a driving lever which is induced by the linking arm to swing. One end of the driving lever has a pulley extending into the first opening unit to activate a locking bolt base connected to the locking bolt to move horizontally. The locking bolt is accordingly adapted to extend from or retract into the first opening unit in a horizontal direction to facilitate the release or engagement of the lock.

Abstract: A closing assembly is provided for a luggage case, particularly a top case for a motorized two-wheeled vehicle, which can be mounted on a support. The closing assembly has at least one base plate and a lock mechanism, which is mounted on the base plate and has at least a first and a second movable bolt structure. One of the bolt structures can be coupled to a cover of the luggage case, while the other bolt structure can be coupled to a mounting of the luggage case on the support. The first bolt structure is locked and unlocked by a push function and the second bolt structure is locked and unlocked by a rotary function of the lock mechanism.

Abstract: The invention relates to a lock, in particular for a door or opening element of a motor vehicle, said lock comprising a locking mechanism with a rotary latch, a pawl for locking the rotary latch in a detent position, preferably a blocking lever for blocking the pawl in the detent position and a release lever for opening the locking mechanism, in particular by moving the blocking lever out of the blocking position. The lock is characterised in that a safety catch device of the lock, said device comprising in particular more than one catch position, is designed to prevent the opening of the locking mechanism during excessive acceleration, in particular during excessively violent acceleration of the release lever and/or handle of a door or opening element. An unplanned opening of the lock in the event of a crash can thus be avoided.

Abstract: A locking system including a latch assembly that actuates a cancel cable and thereby a cancel lever of a lock device includes a latch lever that has a first engaging surface and receives a striker positioned at the end of a rail of a vehicle, a cancel latch lever including an engagement tab that is engaged by the first engaging surface of the latch lever in an overstroke position of the latch lever, and a cancel cable that interrupts a transmission of power from an actuator to a lock device in accordance with a rotation of the latch cancel lever occurring from an engagement of the engagement tab with the engagement surface.

Abstract: In an embodiment, a latch includes a ratchet and pawl. A lock includes a link pivotable between unlocked and locked positions wherein a release lever operates the pawl, and the lever disconnects from the pawl respectively. A cam rotates between unlocking and locking positions wherein the link can move to the unlocked position, and the link pivots to the locked position respectively. An override member rotates between actuatable and non-actuatable positions wherein the lever can engage the override member to unlock the cam, and the lever disconnects from the override member respectively. The lock is positionable in an unlocked state wherein the link is unlocked, a locked state wherein the link is locked, the cam is in the locking position and the override member is actuatable, and a second locked state wherein the link is locked, the cam is in the locking position and the override member is non-actuatable.

Abstract: A door latch device includes a positioning seat having a positioning portion mounted to a top end or a bottom end of a door. The positioning portion includes a sliding groove having a sidewall with first and second insertion grooves. An actuation block includes a head and a body. The body is slideably received in the sliding groove. The body includes a receptacle. A ball is received in the receptacle of the actuation block and is biased by a spring. A latch is fixed to and jointly moveable with the actuation block between a latching position and an unlatching position corresponding to the locations of the first insertion groove and the second insertion groove. When the latch is in the latching or unlatching position, the spring biases the ball into a corresponding one of the first and second insertion grooves to retaining the latch in the latching or unlatching position.

Abstract: A device includes first and second elements. The first element includes a cross-linked thermoplastic. The second element is configured to engage and to strain the first element by a predetermined amount. The first and second elements are configured to move relative to each other and such that movement of the first and second elements produces a substantially repeatable shearing force between the first and second elements.

Abstract: A trunnion door hinge having a first hinge part, a second hinge part and a cam mechanism. The cam mechanism has a first cam part, which is nonpivotable relative to the first hinge part, a second cam part, which is nonpivotable relative to the second hinge part, and a first spring element which presses the first cam part and the second cam part towards one another. The cam mechanism further has a third cam part in-between the first cam part and the second cam part. The third cam part at one end interlocks with the first cam part, and at the other end with the second cam part. During the hinging, the third cam part is helically pivotable relative to the first and the second cam part in a first and a second pivot range, respectively.

Abstract: An image reading apparatus includes a housing; an opening/closing member that is switchable between a first position in which it covers the housing and a second position in which it uncovers the housing via pivoting about a pivot shaft; a document table that carries a document and is covered or uncovered by the opening/closing member; and a reading part that reads the document mounted on the document table. A bearing that receives the pivot shaft of the opening/closing member has a guide portion that guides the pivot shaft toward the inside of the housing when the opening/closing member is pivoted from the first position to the second position.