Abstract: A valance kit and mounting assembly secure a valance adjacent a window frame. A mounting block is securable in a clamp ring cavity of the window frame and includes a snap connector on the frame side thereof and a valance groove in each of the top and bottom sides thereof. The valance grooves extend in a width direction across the mounting block and have a depth dimension parallel with a plane of the window opening. A valance assembly includes a plurality of shrouds that together define the valance. Each of the shrouds is provided with a pair of snap ridges disposed facing each other and spaced substantially corresponding to a space between the top and bottom sides of the mounting block. The snap ridges are sized and positioned to engage the valance grooves in a snap fit. The universal mounting block is suitable for mounting various types of window treatments.

Abstract: A safety ventilation device for vehicles or other applications has a housing with one or more openings covered by a hinged flap with the flaps interconnected by a connecting element. A spring is attached to the connecting element or otherwise to the flaps such that in a first position the spring keeps the flaps open and air can pass through the openings. In a second position, upon the application of force to the flaps, such as airflow caused by a moving vehicle, the spring compresses, and the flaps close. The housing of the device includes a protrusion at the top and a channel at the bottom to facilitate an interference fit between a window and a window or door frame.

Abstract: A system for providing shade onto a surface is described herein. The system includes a canopy configured for engagement with, and aerial suspension by, a frame. The frame includes a plurality of sections configured for end-to-end alignment from a left end to a right end of the frame. Each section is configured to engage with any adjacent sections to form the frame. The ends of the frame are secured to the surface, thereby aerially suspending the canopy and providing shade to the surface.

Abstract: A deployable mobile stage system including a remote mobile computing device which acts as a controller. The mobile computing device can be any basic personal computing device such as a smart phone, tablet computer, laptop, or proprietary control unit. The mobile computing device interfaces wirelessly with a receiver unit located on the mobile stage. The receiver unit relays commands to a hydraulic system which then commands various valves to open and/or close, thereby transforming the mobile stage from a first, deployed position to a second, transport position or back.

Abstract: A deployable mobile stage system with an automatic leveling system. A remote controlling device interfaces with an internal controller of the mobile stage for transforming the stage from a transport position to a deployed position. Multiple level sensors provide feedback to the controller of the stage to automatically level the stage using jacks and outriggers hydraulically or mechanically controlled by the controller. The level sensors could be 3-axis sensors which provide level data to the CPU of the internal controller, which then forms determinations as to which jacks to raise or lower, when, and at what rate.

Abstract: A plant cultivation apparatus according to the present technology includes a cultivation space where a cultivation environment is controllable, and a plurality of cultivation shelves disposed in the cultivation space. An air conditioner for supplying airflow to the cultivation shelves is provided in an upper region of the cultivation space. An induced draft fan for inducing the airflow supplied from the air conditioner to the cultivation shelves is provided at least at an end of the cultivation space. The induced draft fan is configured to induce the airflow supplied from the air conditioner to the cultivation shelves.

Abstract: A modular valance fixture includes at least one elongated light fixture including a channel frame having a first end and a second end and to which a plurality of lights are mounted. At least two identical bases each have a distal end and a mounting end that mounts to a wall. At least two identical sleeves each include a slide end that telescopically receives the distal end of one of the bases, a distal end and a tube having a first side and a second side. Each of the at least two identical sleeves are oriented to either act as a left-handed support or as a right-handed support for the at least one elongated light fixture. The first side of each tube of the identical sleeves includes a cutout that faces one of the first and the second ends of the channel frame of the light fixture.

Abstract: A mounting device for installing a track for a curtain or blind has an engagement portion for cooperation with the track by a snap-type engagement. A resiliently deformable release means has a tongue portion (29) that has a free end that is positioned in a cavity of the track when the engagement portions are fully mutually engaged and a connected end that is connected to the mounting portion and spaced from the free end and that is positioned externally of the cavity of the track when the engagement portions are fully mutually engaged. The tongue portion (29) has an abutment face (33) disposed for assisting with prising apart the mounting device and the track by turning a tool, simultaneous with the operation of the tool against the tongue portion. The abutment face is opposed to and spaced from the track in use.

Abstract: A slide lock to releasably secure a roller blind fascia to the end plate of a roller blind. The slide lock comprises a lock body slidably received along an interior surface of the fascia. The lock body has an engaged position, where the lock releasably secures the fascia to the roller blind end plate, and has a disengaged position, where the lock releases the fascia from the end plate to permit the fascia to be removed therefrom. The lock body includes a flexibly resilient leg member that releasably engages between the fascia and the roller blind end plate. The leg member includes a deflection zone such that when the leg member engages between the fascia and the roller blind end plate at least a portion of the leg member is compressed or deflected about the deflection zone to releasably secure the lock body between the roller blind end plate and the fascia, thereby releasably securing the fascia to the end plate.

Abstract: An apparatus for use with a commercial grill to increase safety, efficiency, and organization. The apparatus includes a barrier extending upwardly from the cooking surface, and extending along the backsplash of the grill, the barrier having an accessory staging feature along a topmost portion, the topmost portion being at least eight inches above the cooking surface. The accessory staging feature can support one or more accessories. The invention may thereby increase usable grill surface area. The apparatus can also include an attachment assembly for attaching the barrier to a standard backsplash, or the barrier can be an integral extension of the backsplash. The invention substantially reduces the likelihood of ventilation/exhaust well fires. The invention makes cleaning the factory backsplash much easier, because the backsplash is substantially protected from splatter by the invention. The invention substantially protects the stainless steel or tile kitchen back wall from splatter, smoke, grease, and soot.

Abstract: A safety roman blind includes a shielding web unit disposed rearwardly of a blind curtain and having a web sheet attached to the blind curtain at a plurality of attached and attaching spots arranged along fold lines, and a casing disposed on the web sheet to receive and shield a pulled cord segment of a lift cord so as to prevent strangulation accidents.

Abstract: In a curtain assembly with a bracket, a guide apparatus includes a guide with a surface alignment tab and a bracket connector, for removable connection with a bracket, connected with the surface alignment tab. A first exit guide and a second exit guide locate a curtain within an opening front to back while the guide locates the curtain assembly within an opening side to side and front to back.

Abstract: A magnetic driving device comprises a slider disposed on an inside of a glass; a handle disposed on an outside of the glass; a plurality of magnets respectively disposed in the slider and the handle, the polarities of the adjacent magnetic poles of the magnets disposed in the slider being opposite to each other, the polarities of the adjacent magnetic poles of the magnets disposed in the handle being opposite to each other; and a spacing layer disposed between the adjacent magnets to space the adjacent magnets from each other, the spacing layer being made of a material that is not a magnet, wherein positions of the magnets in the slider and positions of the magnets in the handle correspond to each other one by one, and the polarities of the magnetic poles, which are toward the glass, of the magnets in the slider are opposite to the polarities of the magnetic poles, which are towards the glass, of the corresponding magnets in the handle, respectively.

Abstract: An adjustable hanging apparatus for blind valances is provided. The hanging apparatus includes a hanging device and a mounting device. The hanging device has a hook, which can be slidably hooked over a headrail. In addition, a base of the hanging device has an opening. The opening is disposed with two resilient mounting plates, and each mounting plate has a plurality of troughs. A neck portion is formed therebetween the mounting plates. The mounting device has a joint portion, which can engage with the valance. Also, a jam portion passes through the neck portion and mounted therein. Positioning flanges can be engaged with the troughs of the mounting plates so as to limit the vertical movement of the mounting device, and the mounting device can be inserted through the opening in the vertical direction of any positions to adjust the valance to desired positions.

Abstract: An emergency vehicle shelter designed for women, senior citizens, and/or individuals with limited disabilities in mind; including an inflatable unit configured for nested engagement with a vehicle for covering the vehicle's upper and outer surfaces. The unit may be inflated by a remotely activated inflation unit. Provision is made in the unit member to allow a vehicle operator to reenter the vehicle for shelter from inclement weather.

Abstract: A structure according to the present invention provides spaces having improved temperature stability. The structure may be modular in nature and, when assembled, provides a gas circulation path comprised of a plurality of fluid flow ducts. Circulation of gas through the path may occur by way of natural convection and/or forced air assistance. A structure according to the present invention includes a thermal mass which contacts at least a portion of the gas circulation path. The thermal mass may provide structural support while providing the thermal retention to warm a portion of the circulation path.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a panel (20) for use in the assembly of a modular hot work habitat (10) so as to form an enclosure to facilitate hot working. The panels (20) comprise a first layer of flexible structural material (22), and a second layer of flexible fireproof material (24) fixed to the structural layer. A habitat (10) comprising a plurality of interconnected panels (20) is described.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method and apparatus for treating goods, such as, for example, fumigating and re-cooling perishable goods, such as fruit, using a tarp and floor seal. The apparatus encloses goods on a surface and includes a canopy that is substantially impermeable to flowable materials, such as gas, liquid, or a combination thereof; an upper perimeter for supporting an upper portion of the canopy; a lower perimeter for supporting a lower portion of the canopy, the lower perimeter to be placed in proximity to the surface; a support structure for supporting the upper perimeter and lower perimeters; and a gasket in communication with the lower perimeter, wherein the gasket is deformable to substantially seal the chamber by compressing the gasket against the surface. The apparatus may also include an intermediate support structure for providing support to the canopy and a conduit in communication with the chamber to supply cool air to the chamber.

Abstract: A cornice includes a substantially U-shaped return having a substantially horizontal base plate with a first end and a second end. A first substantially vertical plate has an upper end attached to the first end of the base plate. A second substantially vertical plate has an upper end attached to the second end of the base plate. A façade is removably coupled to the return via at least one fastening device. Each fastening device is configured to be repeatedly fastened and unfastened.

Abstract: A jamb and casement system for a window opening defined by a window opening frame is disclosed. The jamb and casement system has a jamb that is sized and configured to fit within the window opening. The jamb has a first side, an opposite second side, a front face extending between the first side and the second side and a rear face extending between the first side and the second side. A casement is connected to the first side of the jamb. An inner covering trim is also provided. A portion of the inner covering trim overlays a portion of the front face of the jamb and extends beyond the front face of the jamb adjacent the second side of the jamb.

Abstract: Window treatment structures formed from a felted fibrous material such as needle punched felt as the material of construction. The felted fibrous material is adapted to accept grooved score lines to define living hinges for bending of the material to form top and/or side portions of the finished structure using a singe panel of such material.

Abstract: A vertically adjustable bracket for mounting a valance to a headrail includes a clip having a tongue and an arm for attachment to a headrail. A slide has a groove which receives the tongue and a twist and lock cam connector which releasably and lockingly engages an elongated groove on the rear of a valance. A rib on the slide and a ridged surface on the tongue make the bracket adjustable in small increments. Another embodiment includes a second tongue and groove connection which makes the horizontal distance between the valance and the headrail similarly adjustable.

Abstract: A closure (10) for a building which is inhibitive to explosive effects and with which an opening in a building can be closed off comprises a filling (3) as well as frame elements (1, 2) which enclose the same substantially in a circular fashion. Said frame elements (1, 2) are connected in a non-positive way by means of fastening elements with parts (6) of the building which are adjacent to the opening. In order to achieve a secure connection which withstands high loads between the closure (10) and the part (6) of the building made of building materials of low strength, it is proposed rectangular brackets (4) are fastened to the frame elements (1) on at least two opposite sides of the closure (10). At least one tensile leg (7) each of the brackets (4) extends close to the reveal (L) of the opening. At least one supporting leg (8) each of the brackets (4) extends at a distance from the visible side (9) of the part (6) of the building adjacent to the opening.

Abstract: A floor grommet for use in building and office structures supplied with air conditioning via under floor plenum. Directed flow of conditioned air is optimized by limiting the escape of air from the plenum into the space above the floor by leakage through floor openings provided for power cables, data cables and the like. Specialized floor grommets installed in the cable openings are comprised of a surrounding frame mounting sealing elements comprised of thin, flexible elements which are anchored at one end in the grommet frame and extend toward the center of the opening, from each side, to effectively close the opening against significant flow of conditioned air from the plenum below. Cables passing through the grommet opening cause minimal deflection of the flexible elements to limit the escape of conditioned air. Preferably, the resilient, flexible elements are filamentary in nature.

Abstract: A closure operating device comprises a control unit for controlling a power actuator operatively connected to a closure to selectively open and close the same. The control unit and the power actuator are mounted to a casing adapted to be mounted on a wall. The casing defines an interior space which is normally closed by a lid which defines itself a compartment for receiving parts of the control unit. A limit switch mechanism is mounted in the compartment for automatically interrupting power transmission to the power actuator when the closure reaches a fully open position or a fully closed position thereof. The limit switch mechanism includes a pair of switch actuators threadably engaged on a shaft. The switch actuators are normally locked against rotation by an anti-rotation member. The anti-rotation member is adapted to be independently disengaged from the switch actuators to prevent accidental displacement of one of the switch actuators while the other one is being manually adjusted.

Abstract: The present invention provides a fumigation tent which includes a frame suspended from a structure by support cables, the frame having an underside; a tarp adapted to be mounted to the top side of the frame, the tarp hanging from the frame defining a tent having a top and side curtains having a lower periphery that defines a bottom perimeter; a sealing arrangement for connecting and sealing the top of the tarp to the frame; a first plurality of cables for raising and lowering the side curtains and being connected to the side curtains and to means for raising and lowering the first plurality of cables; a second plurality of cables for raising and lowering the frame and being connected to the frame and to means for raising and lowering the second plurality of cables.

Abstract: The present invention provides a mechanized fumigation tent with a composite closing structure. The composite closing structure is connected to the bottom perimeter of side curtains for sealing the bottom perimeter of the side curtains. The composite closing structure has at least a first component and second component. The first component is a structural support component and has sufficient rigidity to flex no greater than 6 inches over a 10 foot length with a fulcrum weight of 100 pounds. The second component is a sealing component and is formed of flexible material. Further, the sealing component may be a flexible base mounted along the bottom perimeter for receiving, holding and releasing water from an external water supply. When the sealing component holds water, it will seal the tent to a floor. In a preferred embodiment, the structural support component is formed of a triangular cross-sectional shape.

Abstract: A window treatment assembly comprising a conventional curtain rod which is formed to be longitudinally telescopic to the accommodate various widths of windows. The curtain rod is attachable to a wall by way of brackets having hooks which cooperate with apertures in the curtain rod members. Shaping members, preferably formed from Styrofoam having a circular cross section a receivable over the curtain rods to provide shaping formation to draperies, valances, and various other window treatments which are slidably receivable over the assembly.

Abstract: A hinged connection between a removable housing closure and a stationary housing part, wherein a terminal configuration of the housing closure has a convex molding, with a web that is contiguous with the molding and which web has a tapering cross section. Adjacent to the web there is an indentation, in which a convex molding that is on the stationary housing part and is offset at an angle of 90 degrees from a projecting leg and is connected to the projecting leg by a contiguous web that has a tapering cross section is engaged. The housing closure can thereby be pivoted with respect to the stationary housing part and re-engaged with it. Additionally, when the housing is closed, no parts project either inside or outside in the vicinity of the housing closure and the stationary housing part.

Abstract: The present invention is a decorative assembly joint for decorative window treatments. The joint comprises a soft, moldable piece of material, preferably soft foam, that has a least one slit or angular cut on at least one side. These slits, or angular cuts, allows the joint to “move” or “give” to non-perpendicular angles typically found in bay window applications. Additionally, these slits or cuts further allow the joint to follow a curved window application, such as an eyebrow arch window application.

Abstract: A cornice board has a base panel made of a relatively stiff foam material such as polystyrene. Padding and fabric cover the face side of the panel. The back side has a pair of brackets attached thereto and those brackets are affixed to a supporting surface, which in the case of a window cornice, would be a wall. Soft decorative objects such as dolls, landscaping, flowers, toys, etc. are easily attached in any location on the face side of the panel by means of special pins. Each bracket is of a simple two-piece construction that is separable and slidably justable to enable separate attachment of the bracket halves to the wall and panel back.

Abstract: A valance assembly for use with a blind having a headrail includes an elongate valance member having a substantially planar rear face. A T-shaped groove is disposed in the rear face of, and oriented longitudinally with respect to the elongate valance member. A pair of valance return members are mounted at opposite ends of the elongate valance member, each valance return member having a substantially planar rear face. A corresponding T-shaped groove is disposed in the rear face of, and oriented longitudinally with respect to each respective valance return member.

Abstract: Universal supports for the side guides of a rolling shutter include a tang (4,4') fixed to the rear end (2) of the base (3) of each flank (1,1') of the rolling shutter box and a plurality of different interchangeable stems (7,7') engageable at one end with the rolling shutter side guides and at the other end (9,9') with-the tang (4,4').

Abstract: An assembly for decorating the top of a window. Generally, the assembly includes a pair of linear members with side panels attached at each end. The side panels have integral mounting posts being received by slots in the linear members. Optionally, the linear members are attached to the side panels with discrete couplings that are received by both the side panels and the linear members. A fabric covering is applied over the assembly and attached to the rear of the assembly by use of glue. Optionally, the fabric covering is attached via a mechanical fastening system located on the rear of the assembly. Mounting brackets are used to secure the window top decorating assembly directly to the wall surrounding the window or, if a window covering unit is in place, to the headrail of the window covering unit.

Abstract: A cornice box assembly (10) for forming a cornice box (66) of a desired shape that hangs on a wall (74) is provided. The assembly (10) includes a face member (12) of a lightweight rigid material and first (14) and second (16) side members of the lightweight rigid material. Additionally, the assembly includes a top member (18) of the lightweight rigid material. A back member (20) is also provided of the lightweight rigid material having a first side tab member (50) at a first end and a second side tab member (52) at a second end. Each tab member (50 & 52) may be placed in a position generally perpendicular to the back member (20) at an interface between each tab member (50 & 52) and the back member (20). The assembly (10) also includes an adhesive (22) for joining the members such that a hingeable joint is formed between any two adhesive joined members.

Abstract: A casing for a projection screen and a motorized projection screen system and method for controlling the same are disclosed herein. The casing includes a fascia and endcaps which are affixed to the casing spine without the use of tools thereby providing easy access to the working components housed within the casing and providing flexibility to the consumer in the appearance of the casing. The motorized projection screen system includes a roller having a projection screen attached thereto and a reversible motor operatively connected to the roller such that rotation of the motor causes the roller to rotate and the projection screen to be raised or lowered. The system also includes a biasing mechanism operatively connected to the roller such that rotation of the roller to lower the projection screen biases the roller toward rotation in the opposite direction. The biasing mechanism reduces the power requirements of the reversible motor of the system as it assists in lifting the weight of the projection screen.

Abstract: A decorative article for interior decorating purposes such as a cornice, lambrequin or valance for an opening forming a door or window in a wall of a building. The article includes a padded board and at least one opening extending therethrough in the shape of a particular object. The board includes a front layer of fabric overlying a compressible pad on the front face thereof. The edges of the board and the opening are covered with suitable decorative trim. An insert can be provided in the opening to simulate a part of the object represented by the opening. In particular, the opening in the board can represent a bow and the insert can represent a knot in the middle of the bow. Ribbons can also be provided extending downwardly from the lower edge of the insert.

Abstract: The no-sew window treatment of the invention comprises a form of semi-soft foam which is covered by fabric through a wrap and tuck process. The form incorporates a straight slit cut into an exterior surface running along its entire length. The form additionally incorporates a cross-shaped slot running through its center, also along its entire length. The fabric employed is wrapped around the form, cut to the length desired, and its ends are then fitted into the straight slit; the sides of the fabric are then tucked into the cross-shaped slot. Because of the semi-soft characteristics of the foam, and the close-fit force exerted on the ends and sides of the fabric, the result is to provide a form which holds the fabric in place--yet, one which is easy to install, cover and assemble (even by the purchaser) and without the need for any sewing to give a customized look.

Abstract: A decorative valance has a body with an upper and lower edge. The upper edge is turned back on the body of the valance and spaced from the body to form a downwardly facing groove, while the lower edge is turned back on the body of the valance and spaced from the body to form an upwardly facing groove. Cornice padding has upper and lower edges and two ends, with the padding upper edge being received by the downwardly facing groove in the valance, and the padding lower edge being received by the upwardly facing groove in the valance. A mechanism is provided for mounting the valance to a wall.

Abstract: A window cornice assembly having a semi-circular front plate formed with an upper edge having an upper channel and a lower edge having a lower channel. A lower curtain rod is slidably disposed through the lower channel and an upper curtain rod is slidably disposed through the upper channel. A method for hanging curtains by sliding a fabric over the window cornice assembly, mounting the upper and lower curtain rods to a wall, and securing a middle curtain rod to the wall in between the upper and lower curtain rods. A curtain is hung from the middle curtain rod.

Abstract: A valance comprising a support for at least one elongated strip on the front side of an upwardly opening, channel-shaped headrail for a venetian blind. The support includes a U-shaped clip having downwardly extending front and rear arms and a generally horizontal flange projecting forwardly and upwardly from the front arm. A relatively flat strip holder has a horizontal slot in the rear side thereof, the flange on the clip being receivable into and releasably held within the slot. The strip holder has two or more hook elements extending from the front side thereof which engage the lateral edges of at least one elongated strip to support the strip. Cooperating means on the clip and holder oppose relative movement thereof in the horizontal direction parallel with the headrail.

Abstract: An attractive canopy means, for covering a toilet tissue roll mounting, including a flexible skirt-like panel supported by upper and lower support members each of a general C-shape, and being movable for easy access to the roll of toilet tissue and for replacing such a roll.

Abstract: A novel valance support is disclosed and described. The valance support includes a first and a second side portion disposed at substantially right angles to one another by means of a gusset. A first and a second arm are connected to the first and the second side portions, respectively. Four valance supports are disposed above the four corners of a standard bed and rigidly connected to the ceiling by means of a toggle bolt. Corner draperies are then suspended from the valance support by means of drapery hooks which hook into apertures disposed in the side portions and arms. Such suspension converts a standard bed into what is commonly referred to as a poster bed. The invention further includes an outside ruffle attachment which is secured relative to the valance support. An elastic cord or the like is stretched between each pair of attachments and connected thereto by means of a clip.

Abstract: A horizontal venetian blind and a valance bracket therefor, in which the bracket is formed as a unitary structure formed in one single piece, and including a main body dimensioned to bridge the gap between the rims at the top of the front and rear walls of the headrail of the blind, an end portion at one end of the body overlying one of the rims. One or more tongues are cantilevered from the body at a location spaced from the one end, the tongues being located below and extending away from the body at an acute angle thereto, either sideways or downwardly, and being resiliently engageable on the one rim of the blind. An abutment member extends downwardly from the body and has an inclined surface which lockingly engages under the other rim of the headrail and is urged thereagainst by the resilient interaction between the rim and the tongue or tongues. The valance support member is connected to the main body to depend in front of the headrail when the bracket is mounted thereon.

Abstract: A device for mounting the headrail of a vertical Venetian blind and for holding a valance to the headrail in which a bracket has the valance mounted on it and carries a rearwardly extending arm which is engageable in a rearwardly extending channel formed in a clip body. The clip can be hooked on to and snap in to elongate recesses in the front and rear flanges of the headrail and the clip carries members which mount the clip, the headrail and the bracket to a support thereabove. The clip also carries detents which engage in holes in the rearward arm of the bracket so that the position of the valance can be adjusted.

Abstract: A composite film structure which is useful as a non-brittle, impact-resistant, exceptionally durable, window pane in greenhouses and similar structures, or as storm windows, solar collector covers, etc., comprises an oriented polycarbonate support film laminated to a weather-resistant oriented film of polymethylmethacrylate.

Abstract: The invention provides a trim unit for use, for example, as a valance, or for application to sliding and bifold doors to screen the unsightly gap that usually is left between the bottom edge of the door supporting channel and the top edge of the door or doors. The unit consists of a U- or L-shaped base member having a first horizontal portion that is fastened in some convenient way to the ceiling or door header and a second vertical portion that extends downward when the unit is installed. A supplementary movable member is mounted on the second portion and can be adjusted in its vertical position thereon. Thus in the case of a door trim unit the supplementary member can be moved to screen the gap between the bottom edge of the channel and the top of the door without fouling the door as it is opened and closed. This gap cannot be predetermined and may be changed, e.g. when carpet is installed.

Abstract: A protective air filter intake hood with an air deflecting intake screen for internal combustion engines and other air-aspirating machinery, the protective screen which covers the air intake opening having a series of slats forming intake flow gaps inclined at an acute angle to a horizontal vector line, so as to force the intake air to execute a change in flow direction of more than 180 degrees, in order to enter the intake duct, thereby ejecting heavier-than-air matter from the intake air.

Abstract: A floor grommet for use in building and office structures supplied with air conditioning via under floor plenum. Directed flow of conditioned air is optimized by limiting the escape of air from the plenum into the space above the floor by leakage through floor openings provided for power cables, data cables and the like. Specialized floor grommets installed in the cable openings are comprised of a surrounding frame mounting sealing elements comprised of thin, flexible elements which are anchored at one end in the grommet frame and extend toward the center of the opening, from each side, to effectively close the opening against significant flow of conditioned air from the plenum below. Cables passing through the grommet opening cause minimal deflection of the flexible elements to limit the escape of conditioned air. Preferably, the resilient, flexible elements are filamentary in nature.

Abstract: A floor grommet for use in building and office structures supplied with air conditioning via under floor plenum. Directed flow of conditioned air is optimized by limiting the escape of air from the plenum into the space above the floor by leakage through floor openings provided for power cables, data cables and the like. Specialized floor grommets installed in the cable openings are comprised of a surrounding frame mounting sealing elements comprised of thin, flexible elements which are anchored at one end in the grommet frame and extend toward the center of the opening, from each side, to effectively close the opening against significant flow of conditioned air from the plenum below. Cables passing through the grommet opening cause minimal deflection of the flexible elements to limit the escape of conditioned air. Preferably, the resilient, flexible elements are filamentary in nature.