Abstract: A screened door covering made from mesh screening material hanging loosely in a doorway to create a mesh barrier against dirt and insects across the doorway, while permitting easy passage by humans and animals across the barrier. The mesh screening material has a width greater than the width of the doorway. The excess material is gathered in folds on the sides of the doorway. This configuration provides a good mesh barrier across a doorway without requiring that the sides or bottom of the mesh material be mounted in a rigid frame.

Abstract: A fabric closure for open end cargo containers of the type having a plurality of walls, a top wall, a bottom wall, and at least one open end, including a fabric panel formed of high-strength yams, multiple web strap pairs attached to the panel, and adjustable fasteners attached to the web strap pairs to prevent items of cargo stowed in the container from passing around or through the fabric closure.

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

Abstract: A mounting system mitigates or eliminates sags or gaps between an installed curtain and an abutting surface such as a wall or ceiling. The system accomplishes this in a manner that avoids permanent damage to the wall or ceiling surface. A head is provided having an elongated body and a compressible curtain interface. A spring-loaded adjustable pole is configured to urge the head against the curtain and abutting surface. In this manner, the curtain is made to conform to the abutting surface, and gaps are thereby mitigated or eliminated between mounting jacks.

Abstract: An inexpensive lightweight reusable detachable insulating cover device for residential and commercial dwellings and similar heated structures. The inner-portion of the insulating pad (02) will fit inside of a typical entrance or window unit (21) framing. The outer-portion of the insulating pad (01) will overlap the window unit or entrance framing. The outer portion of the insulating pad shall be secured to the building wall structure (20) surrounding the window or entrance framing by using Velcro Fasteners (06). 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, whereby creating a thermal barrier and improving the efficiency of the furnace thus creating a decrease in electricity or fuel consumption.

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

Abstract: The present invention is a system for shading the eyes which improves on the prior art in that it comprises a Ferro-magnetic screen through which light can pass and at least one thin magnet which is coupled to the screen and moved to different locations on the screen as needed in order to shade the eyes of the driver and/or passengers. When the magnet no longer shades the eyes as desired, it is very simple to merely slide it to a more appropriate location on the screen.

Abstract: A window and door treatment complex characterized by base pairs of hook and fastener strapping units removably affixed to a window to which units there is removably affixed via hook and fastener strapping affixed to a rear side of a first coverlet, a first coverlet made up of insulating fabric about which there is sewn an outer fabric and into which insulating fabric and outer fabric a through hole has been cut and affixed to near the top border and near the bottom border of the frontal side of which first coverlet there is hook and fastener material removably affixable to hook and fastener material attached to a rear side of a second coverlet made up of an insulating material about which there is sewn an outer fabric, the front side of which, near lateral borders thereof and near top and bottom borders thereof, is characterized by the presence of hook and fastener material.

Abstract: A plurality of barriers cover windows in French doors in which the window in each door has a first area smaller than a second area of the French door in which it is located. Each barrier includes a rigid frame defining a third area larger than the first area. First and second fabric covers stretched on opposite sides of the frame provide opacity and decoration. The barrier is hung on a French door so that the window is covered by the barrier without tools or manipulation of parts. The decorative fabric covers cooperate with one another to make a unitary decorative scene.

Abstract: A portable fire curtain system to provide a cloak to cover a vented opening. When deployed it will alleviate the incoming wind, which is fueling the fire. The fire curtain is made of one sheet of a fire resistant or fire proof material that is folded and sewn together. Encapsulated within the fire curtain are 6 bars of high-tempered aluminum running laterally. Each corner of the fire curtain has holes that are drilled through the top and bottom bars. Four 5 foot cable leaders with loops, (one to each corner) will be secured to these holes. Two 40 foot ropes with snaps on all ends will be connected to these cable leaders to be used in the deployment. The ropes are packed in two rope deployment bags in order to prevent the ropes from tangling.

Abstract: A method of assembling a frame assembly for a partition system is disclosed. The frame assembly includes a partition panel, a fabric covering the panel, and a frame component. The frame component automatically and evenly tensions the fabric about the panel. The frame component provided according to this method includes a support element, a lockable element, and an integral hinge defined between the support and lockable elements. The support element defines a cavity for receiving and supporting the panel. The lockable element extends from and is moveable relative to the support element. The panel is inserted into the cavity, and the fabric is mounted to the lockable element. Next, the lockable element is moved about the integral hinge such that the fabric mounted to the lockable element is automatically and evenly tensioned about the panel. A backing strip may be mounted to the frame component to protect the fabric from the integral hinge.

Abstract: The present invention provides an attachment system that can be used to interface between dissimilar camouflage systems and is particularly useful with ULCANS and LCSS camouflage systems. The present invention provides such compatibility while simultaneously maintaining quick disconnect capabilities with either system.

Abstract: The present invention provides an attachment system that can be used to interface between dissimilar camouflage systems and is particularly useful with ULCANS and LCSS camouflage systems. The present invention provides such compatibility while simultaneously maintaining quick disconnect capabilities with either system.

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: 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: The present invention defines a screen mounting apparatus for mounting a graphic display screen for use with display stands or booths, such as those used in trade shows and other exhibitions. The apparatus of the present invention is designed to receive, generally by adhesive affixation, a display graphics screen such that generally the entire length of one of the screen edges is affixed to the apparatus, with the length of the screen edge and the apparatus generally equaling that of the corresponding display frame segment. Additionally, the screen mounting apparatus includes an elastic portion which permits a limited degree of spring-like movement when force is placed upon the screen at assembly and disassembly.

Abstract: A bed curtain divider for individuals sharing a bed, the bed curtain includes a substantially flexible barrier for shielding light rays from an individual on lying on the bed, the barrier comprising a first section having a first releasable attachment for attaching to a wall proximate a head portion of the bed, a second section operably adapted to maintain a first edge of the barrier intermediate the first corner and the second corner in tension, and a third section proximate the head portion of the bed.

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 acoustical panel assembly for a suspended ceiling comprising a rigid frame, sound absorbing material, sound transmission attenuation material and a face fabric. The frame is an assembly of extruded members secured together in a polygonal pattern such as a square or a rectangle. The fabric is secured to the frame by gripping elements integral with the frame. Marginal portions of the fabric are captured and hidden in receiving chambers formed by the frame members.

Abstract: The present invention provides an opening/closing device, comprising an opening disposed on a partitioning system, driving wheels mounted on each side of lower end of the opening, driven wheels mounted on each side of upper end of the opening, and flexible members to be run between the driving wheels and the driven wheels, wherein one end and the other end of each of the flexible members are engaged with an opening/closing panel respectively, the driving wheels on both sides are driven synchronously and the opening/closing panel is moved up and down.

Abstract: A curtain rod assembly includes a curtain rod and a plurality of inserts coupled to the curtain rod. Distributed about the polygonal cross-section of the curtain rod are surfaces disposed substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis and non-coplanar with respect to each other. The inserts are coupled to these surfaces such that the inserts' respective external faces, having a first portion of a hook and loop fastener thereon, are disposed for attachment thereto from different directions. Preferably, the inserts may slide along the curtain rod to be positionable at any desired position. One or more window treatment panels may be attached to the curtain rod via the inserts using hook and loop fastener of a complementary type to the hook and loop fastener on the inserts.

Abstract: A fastening device of a top rod of a window shade is formed of a locating seat and a pressing seat. The locating seat has a top plate and a back plate. The top plate is provided with a plurality of through holes, and a cross retaining rib. The back plate is provided with two L-shaped portions, a slide slot, a threaded rod, and a long slot hole. The pressing seat has a position confining plate which is provided with an edge retaining rib, a top retaining rib, and a slide frame plate. The slide frame plate is provided with a bolt pillar and a wing portion having a frame slide rib. The structural strength of the fastening device is reinforced by the L-shaped portions of the locating seat, the bolt pillar and the frame slide rib of the pressing seat.

Abstract: Apparatus for displaying images on doors especially sectional overhead garage doors comprises a lattice of interconnected horizontal and vertical members removably attached to each horizontal door panel. The horizontal members are looped around the top and bottom of the panel and detachably joined at the back of the panel to form a complete loop. The horizontal members are held by removable attachment to the vertical members on the outer side of the panel using split pin connectors as a means of attachment. The pin connectors may also be used as an attachment point for lighting displays.

Abstract: A tethering system for a flexible window of a land vehicle. The system includes a number of releasable fastener portions secured to both a flexible window and the frame supporting the window. A number of anchors may be releasably joined to any of the releasable fastener portions. An elastic cord connects the anchors together so as to assist a user in opening the window and prevent the window from flapping in a wind. The length of the cord may be adjusted by way of slide anchors.

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 wind deflecting device for use with a convertible automobile or jeep type vehicle with side windows and a front seat and/or a rear seat area. This new design wind deflecting device has cloth plus either vinyl plastic (for a windshield) or see-through netting (for a windscreen) spread in back of both front seats extending horizontally from the left inner car wall to the right inner car wall and vertically from the top edge of side windows to the seat interface of the rear seating area. The completed wind deflector will be universally adjustable for use in any motor vehicle. This simplicity of design, with a reduced number of components, makes this device uniquely simple and cheap to produce while at the same time being completely adjustable for use in any convertible vehicle. The device will deflect wind that comes from the rear of the vehicle when traveling.

Abstract: A portable screen device provides an easily installed barrier against insects and a level of privacy. The device includes one or more screen panels the top edges of which are suspended from a wire. The ends of the wire are mounted in an opening such that the screen panels cover the opening. The bottom edges of the screen panels are weighted for stability and to prevent movement in the wind.

Abstract: A wall system is disclosed including a covering member for covering a wall. A support structure is affixed to the wall for supporting the covering member. A support bracket is secured to the covering member and removably engages the support structure, in order to retain the covering member along a vertical wall.

Abstract: In a spring-loaded curtain 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 recieve 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 clamp adapted to recieve 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 slighty 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 window guard for preventing children, house pets or objects from inadvertently passing through an open window comprising, in combination, an upper nesting tube subassembly (40U) and a lower nesting tube subassembly (40L); a retaining net (52) coupled between the subassemblies; flange (20U), flange (20L), flange (32U), and flange (32L); and hitch pin (30A), hitch pin (30B), hitch pin (30C), and hitch pin (30D) used to secure the subassemblies to the flanges. The elongated subassemblies are offset from each other, then extended across the window opening. Metal screws are employed to secure the flanges, and thus the entire window net (18), to a window frame; thereby creating an extended configuration for shielding an open window. The window net is adaptable to a variety of window frame sizes or constructions, while providing complete coverage across the entire width of the window opening.

Abstract: A method is provided of placing pigmented material onto a screen mesh sheet made up of screen wires having forward surfaces and defining mesh openings between the screen mesh wires and having a screen mesh sheet forward face and a screen mesh sheet rearward face, using a foam sheet formed of yieldable material and having a foam sheet forward face and a foam sheet rearward face, and using a substantially planar support surface, comprising the steps of: placing the foam sheet rearward face against the substantially planar support surface; placing the screen mesh sheet rearward face against the foam sheet forward face; applying force against at least a region of the screen mesh sheet to receive the pigmented material, in the direction of the support surface, thereby pressing the region of the screen mesh sheet into the foam sheet forward face such that foam sheet material bulges into mesh openings in the screen mesh sheet; and spraying the pigmented material onto forward surfaces of the screen wires.

Abstract: A curtain rod assembly includes a curtain rod and a plurality of inserts coupled to the curtain rod. Distributed about the polygonal cross-section of the curtain rod are surfaces disposed substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis and non-coplanar with respect to each other. The inserts are coupled to these surfaces such that the inserts' respective external faces, having a first portion of a hook and loop fastener thereon, are disposed for attachment thereto from different directions. Preferably, the inserts may slide along the curtain rod to be positionable at any desired position. One or more window treatment panels may be attached to the curtain rod via the inserts using hook and loop fastener of a complementary type to the hook and loop fastener on the inserts.

Abstract: A magnetic customized garage door screen includes a screen surrounded by a border. The border includes magnetic strips that are designed to interface with metal strips located on a garage door. The magnetic strips can be secured to the border using adhesives and the metal strips can be secured to the door frame using double-sided tape. The door screen can also include a zipper or handles along a side thereof to allow entry into or exit from the garage. At least the border and metal strips are color matched to the color of the door frame so that the metal strips are inconspicuous when exposed and the border blends in with the door frame color when installed.

Abstract: A screen assembly for a door opening to a cargo bay area has mounting tracks for attaching around the top and opposite sides of the door opening. A screen panel of pliable material has a shape and dimensions substantially matching those of the door opening. A bead extends along at least part of each of the opposite side edges and upper edge for engagement in the track to secure the panel in the opening. The panel has a central portion which can be rolled up and stored out of the way for access to the cargo bay.

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 sign covering of the present invention is an all weather covering for concealing the insignia side of a sign, and more particularly a roadway sign. The covering is made of a weather resistant fabric, such as polypropylene, and is light enough for a single person to install. The sign covering does not damage the sign nor is it susceptible to the elements. Typically, straps affixed to a sheet covering the insignia side of the sign hold the cover in place. The straps are tied at the back of the sign using a cord fitted through the eyelets of grommets positioned at the free end of each strap and into the corresponding grommets that are positioned at the opposite edge of the sheet. Once securely attached, the sign cover effectively hides the insignia side of the sign from view.

Abstract: An attachment device (1) secures an enclosure to the roof frame (2) of a golf cart has a sleeve portion which wraps around the frame (2) and is secured by zipper teeth (9). An optional flap (14) extending from the sleeve portion has attachment means to secure an enclosure. Opening slots (13) in the flap allow windshield opening release brackets (7) to be inserted therethrough.

Abstract: An improved method and apparatus for displaying functional or decorative window treatments which permits one person to form and modify the window treatment without requiring specialized skills or training. The preferred method uses hook and loop type fastening means to secure various window treatment panels to an adjustable telescoping support bar such that a means is attached to all sides of the bar, and a means is attached to a portion of each window treatment panel. The invention permits multiple window treatment panels to be attached to a single support bar in a manner that achieves an overlapping of panels in multiple layers on a single rod. Interchangeable panels permit frequent reconfiguration of the panels.

Abstract: A screen retention system is provided for installing screen covers over large openings having polygonal frames comprising a plurality of mounting strips attached to a frame, each mounting strip having a plurality of posts. Each post has a substantial girth and has an enlarged head formed at its tip, the underside of the head forming a catch substantially around the entire underside. Screen material is mounted over the posts and the heads retain the screen thereon and therefore resist large lateral forces exerted by tension in the screen. A closure loop strip entangles the post heads to retain the loop strip thereon.

Abstract: An attachment device (1) secures an enclosure to the roof frame (2) of a golf cart has a sleeve portion which wraps around the frame (2) and is secured by zipper teeth (9). An optional flap (14 15) extending from the sleeve portion has attachment means to secure an enclosure. Opening slots (13) in the flap allow windshield opening release brackets (7) to be inserted therethrough.