Abstract: In a spring-loaded curtain mount, the mount includes a pole interface at a proximal end, a compressive mechanism, and a head at a distal end. The pole interface is adapted to receive the end of a standard length adjustable pole or a painter's pole. The compression mechanism is disposed between the proximal end of the mount and the head. The mount includes a coupling device adapted to receive a portion of a curtain. During installation, the curtain mount is coupled to the end of an extension pole and the length of the pole is adjusted such that the combined length of the pole and mount is slightly longer than the distance between the floor and ceiling. At ground level, a portion of the curtain is attached to the head of the curtain mount. The curtain and mount are raised to the ceiling and the mount and pole are compressed between the floor and the ceiling. This compressive force operates to urge the head toward the ceiling, securing the mount in place.

Abstract: The disclosure encompasses a privacy barrier (curtain) to be temporarily attached to a vehicle without requiring any substantial modification to the vehicle. This privacy barrier mounts to a vehicle and spans the gap formed between an open door and the body of the vehicle, or alternatively between a plurality of open doors. These can be side doors, or rear doors. The fasteners used to attach the curtain to the vehicle can be clips, magnets, suction cups, or similar devices that can be attached to, and removed from, the vehicle without any substantial modification to the vehicle. The disclosure may utilize fasteners having a non-marring surface or an intermediate, non-marring material between the fastener and the vehicle.

Abstract: The disclosed system includes a flexible door covering dimensioned to cover all of a door opening, including at least a part of trim of the doorframe and at least part of a door threshold. The flexible door covering includes a sound reduction layer. The system further includes a flexible door covering retraction mechanism that can selectively let-out and retract the flexible door covering to selectively cover and uncover the door opening of the doorframe. The system includes a hold-down mechanism for holding the flexible door covering against the doorframe. The method includes mounting the sound reduction door covering and the flexible door covering retraction mechanism to a doorframe, such that the flexible door covering is let-out from the flexible door covering retraction mechanism until the flexible door completely covers the doorframe.

Abstract: An interchangeable fastener, such as a magnetic hook is insertable within tracks of a rectangular backing plate which has a reciprocal fastener, such as surface magnet, attached to its back side. The two-part hook, such as a curtain hook, with an adhesively attached base plate supports a removable curtain hook plate. The hook plate is made to slide horizontally into a holder which can be a section of extrusion with lips which would retain the hook plate regardless of any magnetic attraction. The base holder is adhesively bonded to any surface by a back surface with pressure sensitive adhesive which is uncovered prior to attachment by removal of a release sheet.

Abstract: A construction zone sign cover for covering a highway and/or roadway sign during construction or other events is provided. The sign has a top edge and a bottom edge. The sign cover comprises a first sign portion having a first side surface, a second side surface, first side edge, a second side edge, a top edge, and a bottom edge and a second sign portion having a first side surface, a second side surface, a first side edge, a second side edge, a top edge, and a bottom edge. A connecting mechanism slidably connects the first sign portion to the second sign portion. A biasing mechanism biases the first sign portion and the second sign portion in a general direction toward each other. A first securing mechanism releasably secures the top edge of the first sign portion to the top edge of the sign. A second securing mechanism releasably secures the bottom edge of the second sign portion to the bottom edge of the sign.

Abstract: Fuel Pump Assembly Access Panel is an easily removable panel that offers access to a fuel tank and fuel pump and allows work on these components to be done from above the car or other vehicle. The preferred embodiment of Fuel Pump Assembly Access Panel is comprised of an access panel and six screw holes around the perimeter of the access panel for use with a pick-up truck. To use the preferred embodiment of Fuel Pump Assembly Access Panel, an individual would install the access panel using the appropriate number of screws. The access panel would cover an opening over the fuel tank and fuel pump area. When access to the fuel pump was required, the screws would be taken out, and the access panel would be removed. The necessary work would be performed, and the access panel would then simply be screwed back into place.

Abstract: A mounting for sheet signage which includes a base structure of frame elements, an elongate support having frame members and sheet attachments. Mounts on the base and on the elongate supports facilitate placement of the mounting on the base structure. Interlocking elements are engageable through relative longitudinal displacement between the elongate supports and the base which are neither engageable nor disengageable through relative lateral displacement between these elements. A mounting for sheet signage also contemplates the integration of a vehicle frame with sheet attachments.

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: An adjustable mounting system for use with a variety of window treatments comprises a head rail, an adjustable support rod, and one or more clips for coupling the support rod to the head rail. The mounting system is preferably non-invasive and does not damage window casings. The mounting system may be installed very quickly and easily, without the need for any tools. The head rail is adapted for use with a wide variety of window treatment assemblies.

Abstract: A window covering device includes a top rail, a middle rail, and a bottom rail. A window covering is connected to the middle rail and the bottom rail. Multiple roller groups are mounted in the top rail. Two cord controllers are mounted on the top rail, as well as two cord groups. Each cord group includes inner cords and outer cords. One of the inner cords winds the rollers and is mounted on the middle rail through the top rail and the other inner cord winds the rollers and is mounted on the bottom rail through the top rail, the middle rail and the blind. The top rail, middle rail and the bottom rail are all made of plastic and are tubular, which is convenient to adjust the lengths of the rails by cutting the pipe off with knife.

Abstract: A window shade (16) including a sheet of translucent shade material (1) to provide shade from light, a panel (3) with an electrically powered motor, light-emitting diodes (LED's) (6) and a speaker (11) for producing motion, light and/or sound, and suction cups (4) for detachably attaching the sheet of shade material (1) to a window.

Abstract: An end cap for use in a shade assembly in a vehicle. The end cap is capable of folding and includes a base and a linkage pivotally connected to the base. The end cap also includes an extension pivotally connected to the linkage. The folding end cap will allow for the effective length of the end cap to be reduced by pivoting the extension of the end cap in an approximate 180° arc such that it engages and is secured to the base on an outer surface thereof.

Abstract: The present application pertains to a system for adjusting the height of a covering, such as window or a wall covering formed of two or more covering segments that are axially aligned. The system includes a link that prevents the problem of telescoping coverings. The link includes a bracket with a bearing vertically movable within the bracket. A height adjusting member is provided that adjusts or sets the height of the bearing.

Abstract: A suspension system for a window covering that eliminates the use of pull cords is provided. The suspension system includes a control module having a winding drum and a spring disposed about an axle. A friction member or reaction member is also provided to offset difference in the force exerted by the spring on a suspension cord versus the weight of the window covering member.

Abstract: A system for suspending a rigid panel in an opening formed in a barrier structure comprises a sleeve of flexible material having an anchor portion attachable to the perimeter of the opening and a grip portion opposite the anchor portion. The grip portion is contoured so as to form a channel disposed between an anterior extension and a posterior extension of the grip portion. Each of the anterior extension and the posterior extension comprises a fold of the flexible material having an apex at its inner end. A first elongated tensioning member received within the apex of the anterior extension and a second elongated tensioning member received within the apex of the posterior extension. The edges of the panel are received within the channel and the first and second elongated tensioners may be made sufficiently taut to prevent easy removal of the panel from the channel.

Abstract: A hembar includes front and rear walls and top and bottom spline channels adjacent a top and a bottom of the hembar. Each spline channel receives a spline in an oblique orientation to a vertical line and is arranged to conceal the channel from any viewing location in front of the hembar. A shade fabric is received in the channels through longitudinal slots and the splines are received through an open end. A notch opposite the slot receives part of the shade fabric to facilitate spline insertion. A pocket for a weighting element is off-centered such that it is closer to the rear wall. The hembar is assembled using a support member having obliquely angled walls to support the hembar with one channel horizontally oriented. The front and rear walls of the hembar may be covered by the shade fabric in a full wrap option.

Abstract: A window protection structure for a building including novel structure for affixing a sheet of protection material over the window opening. The sheet material is cut to the size of the window opening in the building, and holes are formed therein. U-shaped clips are slid onto an upper edge of the sheet material, and a plurality of brackets are provided with a pair of holes formed therein. Cords loops are secured through the holes in the brackets. The brackets are adapted for receipt by the interior of the window and the cords are threaded to the exterior of the window. The cord loops are threaded through the holes in the sheet material. A bungee cord is then used for securing the ends of the cord loops, whereby the sheet material is held firmly against the window.

Abstract: A retractable screen is provided for covering a structural opening by mounting it within the opening. The screen comprises a screen panel, first mounting means for mounting the side edges of the screen panel, and second mounting means for mounting the top edge of the screen panel. The first mounting means is further selectively releasably secured to the respective side edges of the screen panel by zipper means such that unfastening the zipper means at both side edges permits the screen panel to be retracted generally upwardly while the mounting means remain generally in place.

Abstract: This invention is directed to an apparatus and method for restricting light from entering through a window's structure. An opaque cloth is secured by a plurality of flexible securing members. The securing members are held in place by flexible securing members to secure the opaque cloth in the window. The opaque cloth can include perimeter portions which help restrict light from leaking around the edges of the opaque cloth. This invention also includes the method for restricting light using an opaque cloth and flexible securing members.

Abstract: A novel clamping device for use in conjunction with a temporary partition system is provided. The present invention is a telescoping pole system having a unique clamping end that retains a sheet of plastic or other sheeting material for the establishment of temporary partitions such as the type typically used in connection with dust control. The principal elements of the system include an adjustable, telescoping pole, a clamping end with a mechanism thereon for retaining sheeting material and the sheeting material itself. In conjunction, the elements of the system are installed in the desired location between supporting structure to provide a temporary partition as necessary.

Abstract: A partitioning apparatus. At least some of the illustrative embodiments are apparatuses comprising a base, and a panel coupled to the base. The apparatus is configured to partition a space.

Abstract: In a spring-loaded curtain mount, the mount includes a pole interface at a proximal end, a compressive mechanism, and a head at a distal end. The pole interface is adapted to receive the end of a standard length adjustable pole or a painter's pole. The compression mechanism is disposed between the proximal end of the mount and the head. The mount includes a coupling device adapted to receive a portion of a curtain. During installation, the curtain mount is coupled to the end of an extension pole and the length of the pole is adjusted such that the combined length of the pole and mount is slightly longer than the distance between the floor and ceiling. At ground level, a portion of the curtain is attached to the head of the curtain mount. The curtain and mount are raised to the ceiling and the mount and pole are compressed between the floor and the ceiling. This compressive force operates to urge the head toward the ceiling, securing the mount in place.

Abstract: A transparent temporary replacement window that can be conveniently and easily attached to cover the opening that is left when there is a broken window. The material consists of clear Acetate film that can be cut to size to fit over the opening of a broken vehicle window. Either a side window or rear window can be covered by the temporary window. Magnetic tape will be used to attach the film to the frame. the present Invention relates to a temporary window that can be used to cover the opening left when there is a missing window. To be specific, a sheet of flexible film will be cut to size then attached to the frame by magnetic tape. The magnetic tape will allow easy removal, with no damage to the vehicle's paint. The original idea derived from my experience with a broken rear window. I had no means to purchase another glass window at the time, so I covered the opening with cardboard. I have seen many other individuals resort to various methods, such as, being exposed to the elements.

Abstract: Display panels made at least partially of stretch fabric are disclosed. Different ways of mounting these display panels onto supporting structures such as folding frames are disclosed. The display panels can be used indoors and outdoors. The versatility of the display panels makes them an excellent display media for trade shows and temporary exhibitions.

Abstract: An apparatus positionable across a window includes a body formed from one-way viewing material. The apparatus further includes a plurality of brackets secured to a stationary surface adjacent a window and are disposed at opposed corners thereof. A plurality of elongated rods are attached to opposed side portions of the body. The plurality of rods each has opposed end portions engageable with the plurality of brackets respectively. One of such rods is conveniently movable in a direction substantially transverse to the axis between expanded and retracted positions for advantageously moving the body between stretched and non-stretched positions respectively.

Abstract: A shade assembly includes a plurality of fastening blocks and a shade with a flexible frame. Each of the plurality of the fastening blocks is adhered onto a top edge or a bottom edge of a window frame of an automobile and has a lengthwise groove with a narrower opening for receiving the shade. Thus, the shade doesn't need to be removed when lifting or lowering the side window. Further, the shade can be easily removed because of the flexible frame.

Abstract: In a spring-loaded curtain mount, the mount includes a pole interface at a proximal end, a compressive mechanism, and a head at a distal end. The pole interface is adapted to receive the end of a standard length adjustable pole or a painter's pole. The compression mechanism is disposed between the proximal end of the mount and the head. The mount includes a coupling device adapted to receive a portion of a curtain. During installation, the curtain mount is coupled to the end of an extension pole and the length of the pole is adjusted such that the combined length of the pole and mount is slightly longer than the distance between the floor and ceiling. At ground level, a portion of the curtain is attached to the head of the curtain mount. The curtain and mount are raised to the ceiling and the mount and pole are compressed between the floor and the ceiling. This compressive force operates to urge the head toward the ceiling, securing the mount in place.

Abstract: A removable window covering for an arched window is formed of a reinforcing frame and fabric enveloping the frame. The frame has joints to allow for folding of sections of the window covering for ease in transporting and storing the covering. An attachment means is provided to allow for the window covering to be installed over an arched window and easily removed when it is desired to have the window exposed. The window covering may also have UV resistant and thermally insulative properties.

Abstract: A system for suspending a rigid panel in an opening formed in a barrier structure. The system comprises a sleeve of flexible material having an anchor portion attachable to the perimeter of the opening and a grip portion opposite the anchor portion. The grip portion is contoured so as to form a channel disposed between an anterior extension and a posterior extension of the grip portion. Each of the anterior extension and the posterior extension comprises a fold of the flexible material having an apex at its inner end. A first elongated tensioning member is received within the apex of the anterior extension and a second elongated tensioning member is received within the apex of the posterior extension. The edges of the panel are received within the channel and the first and second elongated tensioners may be made sufficiently taut to prevent easy removal of the panel from the channel. Another aspect includes a method of suspending a rigid panel in a barrier structure by employing the suspension system.

Abstract: A sign system particularly useful for point of purchase displays is provided. The sign system includes an elongated trough for carrying one or more folding sign members. The trough is provided with a slot which because of its dimensions allows a media portion of the sign member to pass through the slot and hang below the trough member while the top of the sign member is retained in the trough. In one embodiment the elongated troughs are carried by vertical supports which attach to an existing shelving system. Other embodiments are disclosed for supporting the elongated trough. The folding sign members have a display position for displaying any messages or graphics carried by the sign member, and a shelving accessibility position in which the sign member may be folded allowing access to any shelving hidden by the sign members while the sign member is retained in the folded position by the trough.

Abstract: An apparatus secures ventilation cloth to a screen frame. A screen frame is oriented in an approximately vertical position. The screen frame has a plurality of segments. Each segment has a mounting surface on a face thereof. At least one of said segments has adhesive on the mounting surface thereof. A ventilation cloth is hung across the mounting surface of said one segment. The adhesive in said one of the segments is melted. The ventilation cloth is inserted in the adhesive across a length of said one of the segments.

Abstract: A foldable automobile shade for use in an automobile prevents sunlight from entering the automobile. The shade comprises a storage accessory having at least one a pocket or chamber, at least one mounting strap used to mount said storage accessory to a visor of said car; a pleated screen operatively connected to the storage accessory near a bottom of the storage accessory and a closure which maintains said screen in its folded position.

Abstract: In a spring-loaded curtain mount, the mount includes a pole interface at a proximal end, a compressive mechanism, and a head at a distal end. The pole interface is adapted to receive the end of a standard length adjustable pole or a painter's pole. The compression mechanism is disposed between the proximal end of the mount and the head. The mount includes a coupling device adapted to receive a portion of a curtain. During installation, the curtain mount is coupled to the end of an extension pole and the length of the pole is adjusted such that the combined length of the pole and mount is slightly longer than the distance between the floor and ceiling. At ground level, a portion of the curtain is attached to the head of the curtain mount. The curtain and mount are raised to the ceiling and the mount and pole are compressed between the floor and the ceiling. This compressive force operates to urge the head toward the ceiling, securing the mount in place.

Abstract: A shade includes a frame member being formed from a flexible twistable material and a membrane. The shade includes a strap coupled to two ends of the membrane.

Abstract: In a spring-loaded curtain mount, the mount includes a pole interface at a proximal end, a compressive mechanism, and a head at a distal end. The pole interface is adapted to receive the end of a standard length adjustable pole or a painter's pole. The compression mechanism is disposed between the proximal end of the mount and the head. The mount includes a coupling device adapted to receive a portion of a curtain. During installation, the curtain mount is coupled to the end of an extension pole and the length of the pole is adjusted such that the combined length of the pole and mount is slightly longer than the distance between the floor and ceiling. At ground level, a portion of the curtain is attached to the head of the curtain mount. The curtain and mount are raised to the ceiling and the mount and pole are compressed between the floor and the ceiling. This compressive force operates to urge the head toward the ceiling, securing the mount in place.

Abstract: An apparatus comprising a magnetic sealing system for urging opposing sides of a cover toward the lateral margins of a portal to promote sealing of the sides of the cover to the lateral margins of the portal. The magnetic sealing system biases the opposing ends of a first or second rod directly toward the lateral margins to effect a proper seal.

Abstract: The window insulating system comprises a mesh scrim sized to fit substantially completely within a window frame and substantially over all of an inside surface of a window pane and positioning and holding means for positioning and holding said mesh scrim closely adjacent the inside surface of the window pane without adhesively fixing said mesh scrim to the window pane or to the window frame with the distance between the mesh scrim and the inside surface of the window pane being between approximately 0.005 inch and approximately 0.050 inch.

Abstract: A substantially rectangular or square sunshade formed of a static adhesive material is releasably mounted on an automobile's window. The sunshade includes an elongated guide member along a lower edge thereof. The guide member is formed of relatively hard plastics. The guide member is concealed in a lengthwise groove in an intermediate portion of the automobiles doorframe when the window is closed. A predetermined gap is formed between the guide member and an adjacent intermediate edge of the doorframe so as to permit free passing of the guide member either through the lengthwise groove into an interior cavity of the doorframe or out of the interior cavity prior to being concealed in the lengthwise groove.

Abstract: There is provided a framework for a construction enclosure system comprising a plurality of brackets, a plurality of rigid elongated frame members, and a plurality of reinforcement members. The brackets are adapted to be attached to a structure under construction. The frame members are adapted to be retained by the brackets in a desired spatial relationship with an outer face of the structure. The frame members are adapted to retain one or more sheet-like enclosure panels. The reinforcement members are adapted to be secured against respective frame members to increase the rigidity of such frame members. One embodiment of the invention provides a frame member comprising a pair of elongated bodies adapted to be retained in a mated configuration to cooperatively define first and second channels therebetween, wherein each channel is adapted to retain one edge portion of a sheet-like enclosure panel.

Abstract: A door opener error-start prevention device, comprising?a door opener machine, an output shaft of which forms a pair of axial sliding slots by means of passing through a central hole, a sliding pin being inserted into the sliding slots, a compression spring in the central hole abutting against the sliding pin; a sprocket assembly which is connected to the output shaft, one end of which comprises a sprocket that synchronously moves with a sprocket of a rolling shaft of a door through a chain, and the other end of which comprises a sleeve, a pair of V-shaped slots being formed in respect to the sliding slots of the output shaft, and respective engaging with both ends of the sliding pin.

Abstract: A flexible blast curtain will reduce casualties and property damage in the event of a terrorist bombing by intercepting flying debris and dissipating over pressure through deflection of the curtain. The blast curtain may be attached directly to buildings or mounted on frames anchored in close proximity to buildings. The curtain provides complete visibility and easy pedestrian ingress and egress for the buildings.

Abstract: Protective shrouds for temporarily protecting window assemblies, bathroom fixtures, and diverse prefabricated modules used in construction. The shrouds are fabricated from translucent plastic sheet material of polypropylene or polyethylene. A lower open port is selectively blocked by a foldable ventilation panel held in a deployed state by magnets. Rear mounted adhesive strips affix the shroud to the window. Top and side strips are bifurcated to enable rapid adjustments in height and length. When the tear away strips are removed, the exposed adhesive surface is pressed upon the target structure. Slight dimensional adjustments are made by pinching the sheet together, forming creases aligned with strip bifurcations, to gather material and shorten the shroud length or width. During subsequent dry-walling, shroud edges are captivated by wall board segments. Afterwards, the exposed junction between covered shroud and adjacent sheet rock portions is cut, and the shroud is torn away and discarded.

Abstract: A device for protection of property against high winds comprising a flexible material of predetermined strength and stretch characteristics, and in the form of a panel or several panels, utilized to protect the side of a structure including its windows and doors from the strong winds and debris impacts occurring during a hurricane. The device is anchored in a manner to space it out from the area being protected according to formula provided, and can safely dissipate substantial impacting energy. The preferred embodiment attaches to an overhanging eave and the ground below protecting in addition to the windows and doors, plantings, outdoor furniture, decorative shutters, downspouts, and such as are enclosed behind the barrier. Several methods of storage and deployment of said curtain are described including rolling, sliding, and converting to awning. The barrier has the added feature of acting as a tie down in certain applications.

Abstract: An inexpensive, lightweight, reusable and detachable or removable insulation device for residential and commercial dwellings and similar heated structures. The device has an inner-portion insulating pad adapted to fit inside of a typical entrance or window unit framing. The device further has an outer-portion insulating pad adapted to overlap the window or entrance framing. The outer-portion insulating pad is provided fasteners so as to be secured to the building wall structure outside of the framing and surrounding the window or entrance framing by. During cold weather months, the present invention will greatly restrict warm air from escaping between small crevices in inept window systems by fitting firmly into window framing using a insulating material, thus creating a thermal barrier and improving the efficiency of the furnace by reducing the demand for electricity or fuel consumption.

Abstract: A weighting assembly for a roller shade fabric includes an elongated hem bar having opposite open ends and defining an internal cavity communicating with the open ends. A spline secured to an end of the fabric is slidingly received in a pocket defined within the cavity through one of the ends. The pocket includes an opening communicating with the rest of the cavity for passage of the fabric to an exterior through an elongated slot in the hem bar. After the fabric is wrapped on an exterior surface of the hem bar, a portion of the fabric is fed into the cavity through the slot to form a loop for slidingly receiving an elongated rod through one of the ends. The rod has a diameter that is greater than a width of the slot to prevent removal of the rod through the slot.

Abstract: A custom window treatment made of fabric, that attaches to the top of a window's trim by use of hook and loop tape. The finished width and length of the window treatment matches that of the window for which it is intended. Primary ordering of the invention is via World Wide Web, although ordering and purchasing the invention may not be limited to this means.

Abstract: The porch sail is a combination of varying sized and shaped flat panels that shield a porch or other building structure from sunlight, wind and airborne debris. Each of the panels includes a main body with an outer support edge along the perimeter of the panel. Fastener receiving rings are positioned along the outer support edge. Each panel is attached to adjacent panels by fasteners that extend through the fastener receiving rings on each panel. The porch sails are also mounted to the building structures by the fasteners, which secure the panels to structure mounts positioned along the building structure. The porch sail panels are provided in a wide variety of colors to enhance the aesthetic appeal of the device.

Abstract: There is disclosed a system for suspending a rigid panel in an opening formed in a barrier structure. The system comprises a sleeve of flexible material having an anchor portion attachable to the perimeter of the opening and a grip portion opposite the anchor portion. The grip portion is contoured so as to form a channel disposed between an anterior extension and a posterior extension of the grip portion. Each of the anterior extension and the posterior extension comprises a fold of the flexible material having an apex at its inner end. A first elongated tensioning member received within the apex of the anterior extension and a second elongated tensioning member received within the apex of the posterior extension. The edges of the panel are received within the channel and the first and second elongated tensioners may be made sufficiently taut to prevent easy removal of the panel from the channel. Also disclosed is a method of suspending a rigid panel in a barrier structure employing structure as disclosed.

Abstract: In a spring-loaded curtain mount, the mount includes a pole interface at a proximal end, a compressive mechanism, and a head at a distal end. The pole interface is adapted to receive the end of a standard length adjustable pole or a painter's pole. The compression mechanism is disposed between the proximal end of the mount and the head. The mount includes a coupling device adapted to receive a portion of a curtain. During installation, the curtain mount is coupled to the end of an extension pole and the length of the pole is adjusted such that the combined length of the pole and mount is slightly longer than the distance between the floor and ceiling. At ground level, a portion of the curtain is attached to the head of the curtain mount. The curtain and mount are raised to the ceiling and the mount and pole are compressed between the floor and the ceiling. This compressive force operates to urge the head toward the ceiling, securing the mount in place.

Abstract: A device (6) for producing a folding top (2) of a convertible, which comprises a frame region (4) for gripping a windowpane (3), especially a rear window, at least partially, a part (5) of the folding top (2), including the frame region (4) being holdable and connectable with the windowpane (3), wherein the device (6) comprises a fixing device (8) for holding the windowpane (3) in an accurately fitting manner with respect to the frame region (4).