Abstract: An architectural mesh hanging system including a hanger assembly for an architectural mesh panel of predetermined size and a mechanism for mounting the hanger assembly on a support surface, the mounting mechanism including a plurality of support brackets connected to the hanger assembly and at least one of the support brackets including a pivotable support bracket.

Abstract: The invention relates to a connecting device (1) for connecting a first part having the connecting device (1) to a second part comprising a latching part (3) with a base (6) on which at least one side wall (8) is disposed and which is configured for engaging receipt of a mating part disposed on the second part. A connecting element (2) made of a weldable polymer is disposed on the base (6) and/or on the at least one side wall (8).

Abstract: A removable load bearing textile clamp including a locking clamp portion configured to accept an internally positioned rod such that a textile sheet can be led around the rod and positioned inside the clamp and secured by closing the clamp and engaging the locking mechanism.

Abstract: A fastening system 60 for fastening a flexible web material, such as shade cloth, to a structure comprises an elongate fastening member 62 having a substantially cylindrical portion 64. The substantially cylindrical portion 64 is mounted spaced apart from a surface of the structure to facilitate securing of the flexible web material to the fastening member. The space between the substantially cylindrical portion 64 and the surface of the structure is filled with a skirt 72. A retaining member 74 is positioned over the substantially cylindrical portion 64 for securing the flexible web material on the fastening member 62. The fastening system allows for easy replacement of damaged or worn shade cloth, and allows for re-use of the existing fastening system for positioning of new shade cloth.

Abstract: A sliding screen door for facilitating access through an entryway by a child includes a frame and a screen mounted to the frame. In addition, an adult height handle having a bottom edge is mounted on the frame at a first height from a floor adjacent the door, and a child height handle is mounted on the frame at a height below the bottom edge of the adult height handle. It is also contemplated that the two handles can be combined into a single elongate handle. This ensures that a child, who cannot reach the adult height handle, has access to a door handle for opening and closing the sliding screen door.

Abstract: Lap beam connectors for allowing two beams to be joined together without having to use external fasteners such as screws. Each beam has at least one internal pair of receptacles for slidably receiving each end of a plate therein. The plate can be secured to inner walls of the beams by a crimping tool, and the like. The plate allows the weight of the beams and any structure being built to be distributed over the length of the beam instead of just being directly on the ends of the beams. The receptacles can be substantially U-shaped with triangular shaped sidewalls. Another part of the invention allows for attaching two U-shaped beam half sections together by having a nesting ledges/receptacles on at least one of the legs of one beam half sections. While the legs of each beam half overlapped against each other, the nesting ledges/receptacles hold the beam half legs to be held to fixed locations.

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: Lap beam connectors for allowing two beams to be joined together without having to use external fasteners such as screws. Each beam has at least one internal pair of receptacles for slidably receiving each end of a plate therein. The plate can be secured to inner walls of the beams by a crimping tool, and the like. The plate allows the weight of the beams and any structure being built to be distributed over the length of the beam instead of just being directly on the ends of the beams. The receptacles can be substantially U-shaped with triangular shaped sidewalls. Another part of the invention allows for attaching two U-shaped beam half sections together by having a nesting ledges/receptacles on at least one of the legs of one beam half sections. While the legs of each beam half overlapped against each other, the nesting ledges/receptacles hold the beam half legs to be held to fixed locations.

Abstract: A tensioning system for use in a retensionable frame used in silk screening wherein the fabric is precut and bordered with splines such that the appropriate tension is predetermined. A wrench including indicia to assure proper placement upon the tensioning hex extension is provided with a stop which assures appropriate tension.

Abstract: A fastening device for adjustably securing a flexible sheet comprising a first fastening component (62) having a recess (62a) formed therein. A portion of the flexible sheet is secured in the recess (62a) by cooperation of a second fastening component (61) after location of the portion in a desired position relative to the recess (62a). Canopies employing the fastening component are also disclosed.

Abstract: A locking device is provided for anchoring the side edges of a roll-up awning to prevent wrinkles in the awning. The awning includes a hem which is positioned in a groove of a roll-up bar. The locking device comprises a body portion which is sized to be slidably received in the groove for longitudinal sliding movement therein and a radially enlarged portion for clamping the awning against the wall of the groove. A screw on the body portion is screwed into engagement with the wall of the groove to anchor the locking device against longitudinal movement.

Abstract: A clamp strip is bolted to a frame member which may be one side or rail of the basket of a travelling water screen. The strip clamps a margin of the screening to the frame. The strip is of a durable non-metallic material of a high modulus of elasticity and of a general rectangular section. The strip initially is of an arcuate form so that the deformation effected by bolting exerts a force against an extended area of the screening to hold the latter securely. Each strip of one form is secured by a single central bolt. Each strip of another form is secured by two or more bolts including a bolt at each end of the strip.

Abstract: The commonplace laterally collapsible wheelchair is rendered more convenient and versatile by the addition thereto of several add-on attachments which can be readily installed by the purchaser of the chair at minimum cost and without structural alteration of the basic wheelchair. One or more of the attachments can be sold in "do-it-yourself" kits. The attachments include a chair width adjustment, curb climbing wheels, a quick removable seat back, wheel spoke protectors and a front wheel adjuster to compensate for inclines during use of the wheelchair.

Abstract: This invention is a trim lock for holding trim in relation to a frame member of upholstered furniture by wedging the edge of the trim in a slot in the frame with a flexible trim strip which prevents the trim from being pulled from the slot but can itself be pulled out to allow the trim to be released.

Abstract: A fastener for attaching a flexible cover or sheet, such as a canvas tarpaulin, to a structure to provide a cover for the structure, and also to provide an acceptable weather seal around the cover. The device comprises a channel member fixed to the structure to be covered, and used in cooperation with a lock member having a pair of bead portions attached to the cover. The bead portions are separated by a very flexible portion of material so that the outer bead portion will move easily with respect to the inner bead portion. The two bead portions are then inserted into the channel one at a time and once in the channel are held by a detent from releasing under normal tension loads on the cover.