Abstract: A stone fence formed of a plurality of stone blocks and stone rails. Each block and each rail are formed with planar upper and lower surfaces and chipped outer side surfaces. The block are stacked with the planar surfaces in engagement forming fence post. At selected vertical heights, slots or cavities are formed on opposing sides of the post. The cavities receive end portions of the rails to retain the rails in spaced vertical positions. The planar surfaces allow full surface contact which provides the necessary stability and area for securing the block and rails together.

Abstract: A railing system for porches, decks, steps, ramps and the like having a top and bottom rail formed of wood containing a wood preservative that is corrosive to aluminum, aluminum alloys and the like. The system has hollow metal balusters formed of metals which may be harmed by the corrosive effects of the wood preservative. The metal balusters are protected from the corrosive effects of the wood preservative by inert fixtures interposed between the wooden components of the railing system and the metal of the balusters. The fixtures may be joined by runners that simplify installation of the railing system.

Abstract: A fence guard construction (10) for preventing the growth of vegetation in the vicinity of a fence line (100) wherein, the construction includes end cap members 20 40 and intermediate segments 30 30 each provided with a vertical mounting flange (60) and a horizontal mounting flange (50) and fabricated from hollow rectangular bodies (21) (41) and (31) that are adapted to be connected to one another, as well as, the ground and spaced fence posts (101) wherein, each of the bodies (21) (41) and (31) have external surfaces (24) (34) and (44) provided with a simulated brick appearance.

Abstract: The present invention is a thin profile prefabricated reinforced plastic fence. A preferred embodiment of the fence comprises a top rail having a bottom side with a plurality of picket apertures and a bottom rail having a top side with a plurality of member apertures. The bottom rail preferably contains a horizontal strengthening member and supports the top rail by way of vertical pickets. Each picket sheaths a strengthening member that is slideable inside the picket. The top of each picket is inserted into the picket apertures of the top rail and the strengthening member extends from the bottom of each picket into the member aperture of the bottom rail. The bottom of each picket rests upon the top side of the bottom rail. The fence ends have a first post and second post to which the top and bottom rails are fastened.

Abstract: A bracket system for forming gate assemblies. Four separate brace members are provided, and two of the brace members are rigidly attached to hinge assemblies. The brace members are adapted to be attached to support members to form the corners of a gate box functioning as the structural portion of the gate assembly. The hinge assemblies are adapted to be rigidly attached to a fence post to allow the gate assembly to pivot relative to the fence post. Gate assemblies of arbitrary height and width can be formed using the bracket system of the present invention.

Abstract: A temporary rooftop and stairway safety rail system (16a & 16b) adapted to prevent workers from falling from a work surface at a height. The system includes a plurality of safety rail support assemblies (16) having a vertical support member (52) with members for retaining horizontally disposed safety rail boards (58). The safety rail support assemblies (16) may be mounted on walls (22) and roof rafters (18), and the pitch of the vertical support members is easily adjusted to the slope of the work surface using a system of removable pins (32).

Abstract: Fence bottom shields prevent grass and weeds from growing up through the links or low openings in a fence. Two embodiments are disclosed. The first embodiment comprises a first strip and a second strip whose bottoms are integrally connected. Two end tabs are attached to one end of the first strip and the second strip, and a tab receiving slot is defined by the opposing end of the first strip and the second strip. A plurality of screw holes are defined by holes in the end tabs and the sidewalls of the first strip and second strip. Two fence bottom shields can be joined by inserting the end tab into the tab receiving slot and inserting two screws into the screw holes. The second embodiment comprises a first strip connected to a second strip by a bottom tab inserted into a bottom slot that is secured by a bolt and nut. Two end tabs are attached to one end of the first strip and the second strip, and a tab receiving slot is defined by the opposing end of the first strip and the second strip.

Abstract: A cap assembly for a fence post comprises a molded upper base member, with a molded cap, preferably snapped together by internal prong-and-ear fasteners, or molded as a single piece, or as vertical halves fastened together. Various ornamental configurations are disclosed, such as New England cap, Ball cap or Gothic Spire cap. The components are brought together to make a hollow structure giving the appearance of a machined wood or plastic ornamental fence post cap.

Abstract: A two-part rail is formed from a channel element which includes internal runners and stops which form a tray holder. A separate tray element may slide into the channel element, where it is supported on and confined by the tray holder. The tray element and channel element define boundaries of a retainer channel. Pickets traversed by alignable retainer passages are inserted through registering picket openings in the channel and tray elements of a rail. The pickets are secured to the rail by inserting a rod-like retaining element into the retainer channel of the rail and through the aligned retainer passages of the pickets.

Abstract: A fence slat. The fence slat may include a longitudinal body. The longitudinal body may include a first side with a first sidewall positioned thereon and a second side with a second sidewall positioned thereon. The sidewalls may include a locking portion positioned thereon. The sidewalls may be curved.

Abstract: A fence device and method for constructing a fence support which comprises a sleeve for over a supporting member such as a rod extending vertically from a concrete base. The sleeve can be constructed of extruded insulating material and includes deformable internal projections to secure the sleeve by friction to the supporting member. The sleeve comprises at least one web or flange extending longitudinally and normally therefrom which has slots or incisions therein for a supporting lengths of material such as electrified wires. In one embodiment a pair of slots are disposed at opposing angles to facilitate securing lengths of wire.

Abstract: In general, the present invention includes a fence cap for covering the openings between two sides of a fence at the top of the fence and/or the end of the fence. The fence cap includes a first recess adapted to receive a first component of a fence. This first recess is defined by a first wall, a second wall, and a third wall. The first wall and the third wall are substantially parallel one to another, and the first wall and the third wall are each substantially perpendicular to the second wall. The cap further includes a second recess adapted to receive a second component of the fence. This second recess is defined by a fourth wall, a fifth wall, and a sixth wall. The fourth wall and the sixth wall are each substantially parallel one to another, and the fourth wall and the sixth wall are each substantially perpendicular to the fifth wall. In the fence cap of the present invention, the third wall and the sixth wall are substantially parallel one to another.

Abstract: A counter-balance weight for a modular safety rail comprises substantially only a solid body of a compact shape wherein the volume of the material of the body is at least 20% of the volume of the smallest cuboid which is able to contain the body, the body defining a through-bore for receiving an end of a spacer member and the body further defining a screw-threaded aperture which extends through the body to communicate with said through-bore. The body may have a substantially triangular shape in transverse cross-section.

Abstract: A modular protection device for underpinning for protecting underpinning from lawn care equipment includes an elongated trough having a first end and a second end. The first and second ends are open. The elongated trough includes a bottom wall, a front wall and a back wall each extending between the first and second ends. The trough has an open top side and defines a channel for selectively receiving a bottom edge of the mobile home underpinning. A foot is attached to and extends outwardly from the front wall. A plurality of troughs is provided. A coupler assembly for selectively couples a pair of the troughs together.

Abstract: A tape barrier consisting of flexible material, has generally parallel edges and substantially greater length than width. Cuts are made into the tape at intervals along the tape forming slits that define cross members that extend generally along the length of the tape. The slits may be completed cuts so that the cross members are free to fall away from the tape or perforations that enable the cross members to be separated from the tape by tearing along the perforations. When the tape is deployed generally horizontally, the cross members will fall vertically so as to provide cross members along the length of the resulting tape structure.

Abstract: A vine wire support post molded as integral unit from plastics has an elongate tapered supporting portion having upper end and lower end, a wire attachment provided on the supporting portion, a peg for holding support post in ground joined to lower end of supporting portion, a foot at the join between peg and supporting portion. The supporting portion is flexible and has variable sectional strength decreasing over a length of supporting portion from a position of higher sectional strength nearer lower end to a position of lower sectional strength nearer upper end.

Abstract: A safety fencing system is provided which includes a plurality of two-part poles. These poles have a flat edge and a curved edge providing a substantially “D” shape. In the preferred embodiment each flat edge includes a substantially concave portion and a substantially convex portion. These contours nest together when two flat edges are placed adjacent to one another, leaving a curved or round external shape. The nested contours and the flat edges receive a pliable material. These contours assist in “grabbing” the material to prevent it from slippage over time. Fasteners are used to secure the two parts of the poles together, capturing the material there between. Inserts are used in the ground to receive one the bottom end of the poles. Section locks are used to secure one section of fence to an adjacent section of fence. A gate is provided with two gate frame members. A first gate frame member supports the gate door and the second gate frame member supports the gate stop.

Abstract: A railing system for porches, decks, steps, ramps and the like having a top and bottom rail formed of wood containing a wood preservative that is corrosive to aluminum, aluminum alloys, paint and the like. The system has hollow metal balusters formed of metals which may be harmed by the corrosive effects of the wood preservative. The metal balusters and, if painted, the paint is protected from the corrosive effects of the wood preservatives by inert connectors interposed between the wooden components of the railing system and the metal or paint of the balusters. The connectors are also useful with untreated wood such as cedar or with synthetic materials.

Abstract: A fence post and rail assembly with concealed strengthening bars in a fence system unit is disclosed. The strengthening bars have two paling slots at either end for receiving paling members. The rails connect to the posts and the palings connect to the rails. The connection between the posts and the rails is strengthened by inserting the strengthening bar through a post opening of a post to engage the palings on either side of the post with the paling slots.

Abstract: A landscape timber anchoring system uses a series of posts that each having openings that receive an end of a landscape timber. Pairs of posts are located in spaced apart fashion and the ends of the timbers are received within respective openings on the posts. Additional openings can be located above the initial openings to receive additional timbers in stacked fashion. Further openings can be disposed on the posts in an orientation that is different relative to the orientation of the first openings to receive an end of additional timbers with the opposing end of such timbers received within appropriate openings located on additional posts. Planks can be received within slits located on the posts in lieu of or in addition to the timbers.

Abstract: A portable, fold-over fence panel for delineating athletic fields and controlling crowds includes a frame having a pair of vertical members and a pair of horizontal members; a panel of flexible material supported by the frame; first and second springs removably connected to the vertical members, each of the springs having a mounting spike integrally formed therewith for insertion into a soft, outdoor surface; first and second tubular feet interchangeable with said springs and suitable for supporting the frame on a hard surface; and wherein said springs allow the frame to fold over upon impact.

Abstract: An injection molded plastic fence panel that includes an upper horizontal rail and a lower horizontal rail. The panel also includes multiple spaced-apart vertical members extending between and interconnecting the upper and lower horizontal rails. The upper and lower horizontal rails each have a concave front surface and a concave rear surface with a pair of edges interconnecting the front and rear surfaces. The front and rear surfaces each have central regions intermediate the edges, with the central regions being separated by a distance less than the front-to-back depth of the edges.

Abstract: A weed guard that prevents weeds from growing along fences, buildings and other structures. The weed guard may be secured to the bottom of a fence, to vertically oriented structures, such as buildings or walls, or to horizontally oriented structures, such as sidewalks and driveways. The fence protecting weed guard has a plurality of linear guard links. The weed guard also has a plurality of post securing slots that secure adjacent linear guard links to one another while they are positioned around a fence post. The weed guard for building structures is a flexible, elongated body with a plurality of planar projection portions. One of the projection portions is mounted against the structure that is protected, one of the projection portions extends into the ground and one of the projection portions rests on top of the weeds.

Abstract: A child barrier for installation in a passage or the like comprises a frame with two side portions (4) which, in use, are positioned adjacent the walls of the passage, each side portion (4) carrying one or more vertically spaced abutment members (20) for engagement with an adjacent wall. The abutment members on at least one of the side portions is connected thereto by an adjustment mechanism, each adjustment mechanism comprising an elongate threaded member (18), one end of which is connected to the associated abutment member (20) and the other end of which is longitudinally slidably received in the associated side portion. Each adjustment mechanism also includes an adjustment member (24) in screw threaded engagement with the threaded member (18).

Abstract: A clip (10) is provided for securing fencing (12) to a support structure (14) having at least one vertically extending structure member (18) with opposed edge surfaces (38). The clip (10) includes a main body portion (22) having a first (22a) and second (22b) surface, attachment arrangement (24) extending from the first surface (22a) and being adapted for removably engaging to the edge surfaces (38) of the support structure member (18), and retaining arrangement (26) extending from the second surface (22b) configured for removably supporting the fencing (12) relative to the support structure (14).

Abstract: An improved plastic fencing system is disclosed. In one exemplary embodiment, the improved plastic fencing system is constructed by manufacturing fence posts and rails of extruded vinyl plastic. The posts come in a variety of cross-sectional shapes and sizes. The posts and rails include grooves, slats, or channels that allow the attachment of numerous decorative inserts or attachments. The inserts or attachments allow for multiple aesthetic looks, to include various colors, textures and styles of fencing including stucco, rock, brick, and the like.

Abstract: A block for use in construction has opposed front and rear surfaces, opposed top and bottom surfaces, and a pair of opposed ends. The top and bottom surfaces are complementarity profiled to mutually interfit. The end surfaces are shaped to permit a plurality of blocks to be laid in a course with no mortar in between blocks in a course.

Abstract: The post and rail assembly comprises a post member, rail members, stiffening bars and a plurality of paling members. The rail members connect to the post member, the paling members connect to the rail members. Stiffening bars are entered into said rail member until they straddle one established paling member. Stiffening bars project an equal distance past the sides of the post member. Stiffening bars are adapted to pass through the rail and post members. Stiffening bars are adapted to straddle fence palings and to fill the cavity between the palings and the internal walls of the fence rails.

Abstract: A masonry block wall system is disclosed comprising a plurality of piers positioned at predetermined intervals with a pilaster mounted on each of the piers. The pilasters are formed by vertically stacked masonry blocks that are attached to the pier by a reinforcing rod extending upwardly from the pier through a vertical mortarless void in the blocks. A plurality of courses of masonry blocks form block wall panels, each of the blocks in the panels having horizontal mortarless voids therein, the horizontal and vertical joints between adjacent courses being interlocking and mortarless. Selected courses of masonry blocks have a horizontal reinforcing rod attached to each block in the course without mortar or grout.

Abstract: The invention concerns a safety barrier for highways or the like, including rails in abutted assembly and fixed on posts spaced apart and driven into the ground. At least one rail of the barrier is made of wood and has synthetic fibers fixed on at least a rear part of the rail, extending over substantially the entire length of the rail.

Abstract: A fence made of foaming agent is disclosed. A bottom of the fence has at least one inserting portion, and the inserting portion is inserted to a seat. The seat is inserted to an inserting hole for being inserted by the inserting portion.

Abstract: A synthetic fence post assembly for realizing enhanced decorative capabilities of a synthetic fence. The assembly provides an apparatus for securely attaching accessories to the end of a synthetic fence post without structurally degrading the fence post. The apparatus comprises a connector member with a first and second interface surface one of which securely interfaces with the top of a synthetic post and the second of which is available to interface with various fencing accessories. In one embodiment, the connector member is substantially transparent, such that the connector forms a lens that is securely fastenable to a fence post and is capable of supporting a light mounted thereon.

Abstract: Plastic panels are thermoformed to include a variety of three-dimensional features resembling masonry patterns, various types of walls, and fencing sections. The thermoformed panels are incorporated into fencing and wall assemblies. A fencing assembly includes plastic panels thermoformed to resemble a plurality of stakes. Panels are disposed between a pair of posts with side portions configured to overlap. Each stake includes a top return projecting rearwardly. Horizontal reinforcements couple the panels to the posts. A double-sided wall assembly employs plastic panels thermoformed to resemble bricks and other wall patterns. Each sub-assembly includes a pair of panels coupled to a frame in a back-to-back arrangement. The sub-assemblies are disposed side-by-side in between a pair of posts.

Abstract: A weather resistant fence covering that is attachable to the top rail of fence, while covering most of the rail of the top railing and any exposed ends thereof, and a side covering component that is attachable to the boards of a wooden fence so as to prevent weathering, hide knots, splintered wood, discolored wood, and cracks in the wood while providing a uniform look that will not rot. The weather resistant fence covering includes a top covering component, a corner covering component and a side covering component. The top covering component covers most of the rail of the railing. The corner covering component joins facing ends of the top covering component that are adjacent and not collinearlly-aligned.

Abstract: An insert consisting of a plastic square that is fastened to a plastic garden-lattice that affects the lattice's functional and ornamental characteristics. This device is dispersed throughout the lattice according to personal preference to achieve varying degrees of both function and ornamentation, with regards to protection from the elements, colors, composition, letters, numbers, embossing, etc.

Abstract: A deck railing section comprises synthetic posts held spaced from one another by top and bottom rail members. Each of the rail members has a multiple piece construction including first and second interlocking synthetic rail pieces and a metallic reinforcing insert. The insert has holes at post attachment locations along the insert. Each post has screw ports to opposite ends of the post. Rail members are secured to the posts by threaded attachment members passing through the holes in the inserts and into the screw ports of the posts. The first rail pieces are trapped between the posts and the inserts. The second rail pieces lock onto the first rail pieces hiding the reinforcing inserts internally of the rail members.

Abstract: A guard rail system fabricated from standard-sized components, preferably extruded, comprises balusters fastened to a lower rail and to an upper retainer at fixed intervals. The balusters are provided with central bores for receiving fasteners such as screws through predrilled holes in the upper retainer and lower rail. A hand rail is slip-fitted over the upper retainer in locking relation, to provide integrated guard rail sections. Guard rail sections so assembled are fastened to end posts, preferably using mounting brackets having a flanged arm which nests in grooves or recesses in the upper retainer and lower rail to provide a safe, secure and aesthetically appealing guard rail.

Abstract: A light weight, folding, portable jump unit for use in horse jumping constructed of durable and weather proof materials. The unit is constructed in two halves that fold together so that their flat backs are touching. Fasteners hold the unit in a folded position and handles are provided on the top of the halves as a way of carrying the unit. In use, the halves are extended so that they are aligned with each other and are placed between the traditional jumping standards. Each half is provided with a broad base so that the unit is free standing and stable. The bases are optionally provided with grommets for admitting bouquets of artificial flowers, provided with a curtain for draping over a pole that extends between the jumping standards, and with one or more flaps onto which pole are placed for further stabilizing the unit.

Abstract: A baluster retaining member for connecting an end of a baluster to an opening in a rail of a railing system includes a rail section dimensioned to fit within the opening and a baluster section dimensioned to be secured to an end of the baluster. The rail and baluster sections are oriented with respect to one another at a predetermined angle so that when the baluster is connected to the rail by the member and the rail is positioned for use adjacent a stairway at an angle from the horizontal, the baluster is oriented vertically.

Abstract: A finial for placement atop a post and a related method for molding and assembling the finial is provided. The finials have unisex molded halves that are pressure fitted to create a high-gloss finial, which is capable of withstanding variable weather conditions. Further enhancements of the finial design are realized by the finial mold structure, which allows additional supplemental finials/skirts to be connected to the base finial.

Abstract: An adjustable post stabilization support device that includes a multiple sided post receiving sleeve having oppositely disposed pairs of extensible ground engagement leg assemblies thereon. Locking cam levers securing the sleeves on said posts with the extensible leg assemblies being hinged to the bottom of the sleeve. Each of the leg assemblies is independently adjustable and has a ground engagement foot on its extensible portion. Vertical orientation provided for alignment of the sleeve and associated post by two horizontal planes.

Abstract: A laminated plastic barrier type fence encapsulates a printed message or sign. The plastic fence is laminated. A message or sign which is printed on a portion of one side of a first sheet of plastic sheeting material. The first sheet is then laminated to a second sheet of plastic sheeting material. A regular array of apertures is made in the laminated sheet to either side of the printing.

Abstract: A mounting clip with a locking feature. The mounting clip is preferably utilized as part of a fencing system, in which the clip is attached to a fence rail and a hollow fence picket is slidably fastened to the rail using the clip. The clip features tabs that operate to lock the picket to the rail such that detachment of the picket from the rail is inhibited by an interference fit.

Abstract: A garden edging system is made up of (a) one or more straight edger units, (b) one or more curved edger units and (c) one or more corner units. Each unit has a connecting face at each of its ends for connecting and holding adjacent units in end-to-end alignment with one another. The connecting faces facilitate the layout of a myriad of garden edging designs. The curved units have both their convex side and their concave side formed on the same arc of curvature so that a plurality of the units may be nested together with the concave side of each unit engaged flush against the convex side of the next adjacent unit. This facilitates packing and shipping of the units and mitigates against damage to the units. The units are dimensioned and sized to be stronger, more damage resistant, more versatile and more user-friendly than conventional edger bricks or tiles. A process of making the edger units is also disclosed.

Abstract: A post cap comprising a roof portion, at least one support member, and a wall portion. The roof portion is adapted to extend over a top portion of a post. The support member(s) extend from the roof portion to rest against the top portion of the post such that the roof portion is supported. The wall portion also extends from the roof portion. The wall portion is adapted to fit around the outside of the post. The post can be made by injection molding a synthetic wood composition.

Abstract: An injection molded plastic fence panel that includes an upper horizontal rail and a lower horizontal rail. The panel also includes multiple spaced-apart vertical members extending between and interconnecting the upper and lower horizontal rails. The vertical members each have a diamond-shaped cross-section with a front-to-back depth and a side-to-side width. The depth of the vertical members is less than the width of the vertical members.

Abstract: A plastic fence section comprises a series of connected hollow chambers with at least upper and lower horizontal chambers extending the length of the fence section for receiving reinforcing members. The fence section is made of plastic material. The hollow chambers are separated by pinch off regions. The fence section provides a visual block and has a similar appearance on either side of the fence section. The fence section has a post edge and a panel joining edge. The panel joining edge is adapted to engage and overlap with a second fence panel section.

Abstract: A concrete fencing system uses a pair of end posts to support a pair of rails, which support a plurality of panels. The end posts and rails have rectangular cross-sections. Each end post has a blind hole and a notch, and each rail has a longitudinal slot. One section of the fencing system is constructed by setting a pair of the end posts in the ground. A lower rail is mounted between the lower ends of the end posts in their blind holes with its slot facing upward. An upper rail is mounted between the upper ends of the end posts in their notches with its slot facing downward. A set of the panels are placed between the end posts and seated in the slots of the rails to form a wall. No additional mechanical fasteners are required to join any of these components.

Abstract: An assembled fence includes multiple fence units. Each of the fence units have a body, a pin formed on a side of the body, a ring oppositely formed to the pin and defining therein a through hole to corresponding to the pin of another fence unit; and at least one leg extending from the body to support the assembled fence on a surface. The extending of the pin of one fence unit through the through hole of another fence unit combines two fence units so as to form an entire fence.

Abstract: Provided herein is an article which is by its nature readily clamped to the end portion of a metallic ware employed as a cable support rack, and driven into the ground. An insulative wedge according to the invention renders a linear metallic ware to not be in contact with the ground, and has the further advantage of comprising an end portion which penetrates earth readily but which is simultaneously deflected by subterranean conduits into which it may inadvertently come into contact with, thereby not interfering with the integrity of subterranean utilities, including wires, pipes, conduits, and the like.