Abstract: A barricade system (100) comprising at least one clip (102) having a first engagement formation (104A, 105A) adapted to secure the clip (102) to a fixed structure, the clip further having a second engagement formation (104C, 105G). The system (100) includes a joiner element (106) having a third engagement formation (106A) located on a first side, and a fourth engagement formation (106B) located on an opposing second side, the third engagement formation (106A) being adapted to engage the second engagement formation (104C, 105G) to secure the joiner element (106) to the clip (102). The system (100) includes at least one mesh panel (101) and a stopper element (107) having a fifth engagement formation (107A). The fifth engagement formation (107A) is engageable with the fourth engagement formation (106B) to secure the stopper element (107) to the joiner element (106) with a portion of the mesh panel (101) located therebetween.

Abstract: A balcony fence includes an integrated wind shield of adjustable glazed panels that can be raised and lowered. The balcony fence with the integrated glazed panels is provided with lamellar glass both in its lower fixed part and in the part that can be raised and lowered. The balcony fence with the integrated glazed panels also includes a counterweight balancing mechanism.

Abstract: A wire-mesh security fence panel and security fence is provided. In at least on example the fence panel includes: a first set of substantially parallel wires, each wire having a first and a second end; a second set of substantially parallel wires, the second set of wires being welded across the first set on one picket-wire side of the first set; a cross-wire-side connection strip welded across the first end of the first set on the picket-wire side of the first set; and an opposite side connection strip welded across the second end of the first set on the opposite side of the picket-wire side. In one such example each connection strip has an outside edge and each outside edge is equally spaced from the end of the wires to which the strip is welded.

Abstract: An accent top panel is selectably installed on a base panel. The installation is made using one of a number of techniques, including, press-fit, clamp fit and clip fit. The base panel can be one of a fence panel, railing panel or gate.

Abstract: A modular infant furniture having crib and play-pen configurations as well as versatile connectors therefor are disclosed, where modular infant furniture includes a bar assembly having superior and inferior connectors, and where a bar element, compatible with female connectors and/or male connectors, extends between the superior and inferior connectors.

Abstract: A barrier material comprising a plurality of frame members adapted to form a frame; a plurality of support rods positioned in between the frame members; a plurality of vineyard canes intertwined around the plurality of support rods; and at least one rail positioned in between the frame members, the rail being adapted to support the frame members.

Abstract: A fence panel includes a sheet (12, 52) of mesh material with a first side (16) and an opposed second side (20) and, secured at least to the first side, a plurality of elongate reinforcing members (14, 18). The elongate reinforcing members (14, 18) are spaced from one another and are made from or include a material which has a hardness which is greater than the hardness of the material from which the sheet (12) is made.

Abstract: A gate configured to be shipped in a compact disassembled state and assembled in situ into a structurally rigid frame around an area is provided. In one embodiment, the gate includes first and second vertical support posts, a lower horizontal support, a cross-brace, first and second upper vertical posts, a screen, first and second elbow joints, and first and second Tee joints. The elbow joints are configured to couple the vertical support posts to the lower horizontal support. The Tee joints are configured to couple the vertical support posts, the upper vertical posts, and the cross-brace together. The screen is configured to be coupled to the vertical support posts, the upper vertical posts, and the lower horizontal support post. The cross-brace is configured to extend between the first and second vertical support posts at a distance below the upper end of the screen and rearwardly away from the screen.

Abstract: A protective wall releasably connectable to a floor, the wall comprising panels, a U-section rail with legs extending in parallel, and a web gripping the panels and locked thereon. A U-shaped holding pocket is disposed on free ends of the legs of the rail and is disposed such that a holding plate is insertable into each holding pocket, the holding plates being attached to a holding fixture fixed onto a floor, a holding groove is provided on an outside of the web, and a locking body is disposed in the holding groove, such that the locking body is supported on the holding fixture and is mounted such that it is moveable in a horizontal direction relative to the holding fixture.

Abstract: A fence includes at least two uprights (1) and a plurality of panels (2) extending one above the other substantially horizontally between the uprights. The panels can be made from WPC. The uprights contain a longitudinal recess (3) receiving panel holding elements (4), each being adapted to hold and fix one or more panels in any of several angular positions. A siding system for a building comprises a plurality of panel-like siding elements (20) having an upper and lower side as well as a front and back side. The upper side (21) is strip-shaped extending at the back side of the siding element. The lower side has a recess (22) adapted to receive the strip-shaped upper side. The back side of the siding elements are provided with at least one cavity (23) between the upper and lower sides. A plurality of clips (25) are adapted to be attached to the building and are formed to snap into the cavity of the siding elements.

Abstract: An improved glass railing anchor system for multiple glass panels in high-rise buildings which can experience hurricane strength winds, and which includes an elongated base member having two hollow wall sections which create a channel for receiving the glass panels. Aligned with and beneath the hollow wall sections are integral keyways which receive T-shaped anchors that also elevate the base member to allow for drainage. The anchors are slidable and can be selectively positioned for easy and secure installation. The base member, hollow wall sections, keyway and drainage areas can be integrally incorporated into a unitary device.

Abstract: A base for supporting posts of fencing, which base includes a block of plastics provided with apertures for receiving the ends of fencing posts. Each end of the block is provided with a gripping portion which projects longitudinally away from the main body of the block. A first interlocking means is associated with one of the gripping portions and interlocks with a corresponding second interlocking means of a cover which is fitted to the block over the gripping portion. The cover is of enhanced visibility compared to the main body of the block which is of a dull color.

Abstract: A fence (10) comprising at least two spaced-apart substantially upright fence posts (12a, 12b) anchored into the ground or other fixed structure and a stack of at least two boards (14) extending between each pair of adjacent fence posts. Each board (14) extends in a substantially horizontal orientation relative to the upright fence posts and is supported at each end by a respective fence post (12a,12b). At least one pair of retaining components (16a,16b) are provided on each fence post (12a,12b) and each pair of retaining components forms a series of cavities that are each shaped to receive and retain a respective end of a board (14) of the stack to thereby support the respective end of the board (14) at the fence post (12a, 12b).

Abstract: A fence system, and method for making same, includes at least one support member, and at least one infill material having an edge. At least one union strip is coupled to the at least one support member, the at least one union strip including at least one channel configured for receiving the edge of the at least one infill material. In one embodiment of the invention, the at least one channel is U-shaped, and the edge is configured in a U-shape for matingly engaging the at least one U-shaped channel.

Abstract: A removable safety barrier for a construction site pit, in which piles support the sides of the pit, and having a plurality of upright barrier posts at spaced intervals, supported on the piles, the barrier posts extending below grade level around the edge of the construction pit and also above grade level; a plurality of retention panels, shaped to fit between adjacent posts; personal barrier supports secured to the barrier posts above grade level; and personal barrier members supported in the supports, extending substantially transversely between the upright barrier posts, and the retention panels being located below grade level extending between the barrier posts.

Abstract: A protective padding assembly for covering a section of chain link fence of the character found in sports venues, such as baseball fields, soccer fields, football fields and the like, wherein the section of chain link fence includes a hingeably connected swinging gate. The protective padding assembly uniquely includes a fence covering section, a gate covering section and an intermediate, wedge shaped portion for covering the gate hinges in a manner that will not interfere with opening and closing the gate.

Abstract: A security attachment comprising a channel iron having imbedded or attached protruding and slightly angled vertical spokes attached to the outer top surface of said channel iron. The security attachment is used in conjunction with, preferably, a chain link fence to present a formidable barrier to potential intruders and also display a visually pleasing symmetrical arrangement along the top of the fence. The channel iron of the security attachment comprises an inverted u-shaped cross section, thereby providing a means for securely attaching the interior of the channel iron onto the top rail of a chain link, or similar fence. The device provides a substantial measure of additional fence security.

Abstract: A barricade system (100) comprising at least one clip (102) having a first engagement formation (104A, 105A) adapted to secure the clip (102) to a fixed structure, the clip further having a second engagement formation (104C, 105G). The system (100) includes a joiner element (106) having a third engagement formation (106A) located on a first side, and a fourth engagement formation (106B) located on an opposing second side, the third engagement formation (106A) being adapted to engage the second engagement formation (104C, 105G) to secure the joiner element (106) to the clip (102). The system (100) includes at least one mesh panel (101) and a stopper element (107) having a fifth engagement formation (107A). The fifth engagement formation (107A) is engageable with the fourth engagement formation (106B) to secure the stopper element (107) to the joiner element (106) with a portion of the mesh panel (101) located therebetween.

Abstract: A fence having a plinth formed from sheet material, which in one embodiment is pre-painted galvanized steel, has spaced apart end margins and is profiled to include stiffening formations that extend along the sheet between the end edge margins. The plinth is ideally suited to be used in conjunction with a fence that incorporates fence posts including channels in which the edge margin of the plinth can locate. A method of forming the plinth is also described.

Abstract: A fence includes a plurality of bases, each base having a body having a floor, a top wall, side walls and end walls defining an interior chamber; a first projection extending from one of the end walls and having a top wall; and a second projection extending from another one of the end walls and having a bottom wall; wherein the bottom wall of the second projection and the top wall of the first projection are both configured to receive a pole and wherein the first projection of a first base of the bases can overlap the second projection of a second base of the bases when the floor of the first and second bases are resting on a common surface. The fence further includes a plurality of poles, each inserted into and maintained erect by one of the bases; and a mesh fencing material tensioned between the poles.

Abstract: This invention relates to a modular fencing system composed of panels affixed to modular composite columns mounted onto base footings and encased with preformed laminate façades with custom designs. The panels consist of opposing pairs of composite sandwich core laminate sheets separated and affixed to a polymer filament truss matrix. Each of the panel's two laminate sheets is constructed from fiber reinforced polymer layers laminating segmented sandwich core discs. Modular composite columns consists of two parallel vertically standing fiber reinforced polymer laminate flange plates oriented perpendicular to the panel, linked with two horizontal winged web plates between, forming what resembles an double I-beam. Decorative column façades constructed using the same sandwich core laminate material used in the panels are installed to veil and cover the modular composite column, corner posts, support brackets, and an associated hardware and allow for custom decorative finishes.

Abstract: The safety barricading system includes at least one mesh panel that is secured against an existing surface, object, or structure via a plurality of uniquely defined clips. The safety barricading system is designed to adaptively attach onto a building or structure in a temporary or permanent basis, and prevent objects from falling there from. The safety barricading system includes tools that remove the clips after use as well as joiner assemblies that abut adjacent sections of mesh panels at varying angles. The uniquely defined clips each include an eccentric pin joiner and mesh clip button that attach to one another as well as onto the respective clip, and sandwich the mesh panel there between so as to secure the mesh panel to the respective clip.

Abstract: A railing assembly comprising at least one infill assembly formed from a top member, a bottom member and a barrier member extending between the top and bottom members. At least one post member is included having an upper support to engage the top member and a lower support to engage the bottom member. At least one of the upper support and the lower support is lockably engagable with the top member and the bottom member, respectively, to retain the at least one infill assembly on the at least one post. The assembly may also include a top rail adapted to lockably engage with the top member. The railing assembly provides a quickly constructed unit that does not require any fasteners to connect together the assembly components while still providing a rattle-free construction.

Abstract: A fence includes a plurality of posts, and fence panels having rails which extend across the plurality of posts, and are secured thereto. Jambs may be formed onto the fence system, and one or more gates may be hung to the jambs.

Abstract: A barrier system includes at least first and second reinforced concrete posts, each concrete post including at least one conduit formed therethrough having first and second ends and a strain relief sector formed therein at the first end of the conduit. At least one tension cable extends between the posts. The tension cable extends through the conduit of each post and has a cable end secured to the post at the second end of each post's conduit.

Abstract: Disclosed is a system and method for a decorative, easy to install privacy fencing system and method therefor. A customizable fencing and privacy enclosure system is provided comprising vertical clamp members and a preferably decorative fabric sheet providing at least some level of ventilation therethrough, such system being configured for attachment to existing fence posts or newly installed fence posts. Such system is comprised of a small number of simplistic components that allow a do-it-yourself homeowner (or other person not particularly advanced as a skilled craftsman) to easily install, customize, and adjust the system to fit the homeowner's particular needs and aesthetic desires.

Abstract: A fence section includes an upper rail, a lower rail, a first fence panel, and a second fence panel. The first fence panel has a first upper end adjacent to the upper rail, a first lower end adjacent to the lower rail, and a first vertical side extending between the upper and lower ends. The second fence panel has a second upper end adjacent to the upper rail, a second lower end adjacent to the lower rail, and a second vertical side extending between the upper and lower ends. A male engagement element is formed along at least a portion of the first vertical side, and a female engagement element is formed along at least a portion of the second vertical side. The male engagement element and the female engagement element are configured to cooperate to releasably secure together the first fence panel and the second fence panel.

Abstract: A fence panel and method of assembly. The fence panel includes end brackets that are affixed to panel facing sides of fence uprights. A top rail and a base rail span between the uprights. Panel and spacer members are secured between the top and base rails. The fence panel construction method facilitates construction of lengths of fence by a single person by first installing uprights in the ground, then affixing the base rail to the uprights. A magnetic strip spans between the uprights. Spacers and panels are supported by the base rail and by the magnetic strip. After placement of the spacers and panels, a top rail is positioned between the uprights and adjacent to upper ends of the spacers and panels, thereby securing the spacers and panels between the top rail and the base rail to form a fence panel.

Abstract: A multi-length barrier panel for use in a play area comprises a front panel, a rear panel, and extendable panels. The multi-length barrier panel further comprises attachment collars and adapter brackets for attaching the multi-length barrier panel to play area equipment. Recesses in the front and rear panel allow for the attachment collars and adapter brackets to fit within the front and rear panels when the multi-length barrier panel is in a retracted configuration. The extendable panels can be extended or retracted as needed to fit between the play area equipment.

Abstract: An adjustable baluster assembly for mounting in a fence section comprises a first baluster and a second baluster. The first baluster is mounted to the second baluster such that an angle of the first baluster with respect to the second baluster is adjustable. A method for assembling a fence section comprises providing an adjustable baluster assembly comprising a first baluster and a second baluster, adjusting an angle of the first baluster with respect to the second baluster, and mounting the baluster assembly between a horizontally extending upper rail of the fence section and a horizontally extending lower rail of the fence section.

Abstract: A fence that bounds the outfield of a game played with bat and ball comprises a plurality of mesh panels suspended from a plurality of support posts, with foul posts at either end. The fence can be readily assembled and disassembled. The support posts' anchors can be covered when the fence is disassembled, so that the field is usable for other sports. The function of the fence is twofold: (1) to minimize injury to a player who runs into the fence and (2) to confine such a player within the field of play should the player impact the fence.

Abstract: A sound barrier wall suitable for new installations and for retrofitting existing sound barrier walls includes a plurality of vertically extending posts and a plurality of wall sections disposed between pairs of the posts. The posts may have generally I-shaped cross sections with oppositely disposed channels defined by flanges on opposite sides of the posts. The sound barrier may further include post covers coupled with the respective posts. The post covers may have lip portions that are received over the flanges of the posts. The wall sections are received within the respective channels and may contact at least one of the lip portions of the post covers.

Abstract: A system for providing a safety barrier around a work area on a high-rise structure includes at least one vertical rail detachably connected to the structure. The system also includes a safety screen assembly detachably connected to the structure. The system further includes an adjustment mechanism operable to translate the vertical rail(s) and safety screen assembly relative to the structure at appropriate times. A method for moving a safety screen system on a high-rise structure includes detachably coupling at least one vertical rail and safety screen assembly to the structure, and actuating an adjustment mechanism at appropriate times to move the rail(s) and safety screen system upwardly relative to the structure.

Abstract: Described is a fencing panel comprising a first rail having a plurality of first openings in a first side to receive elongate members. A longitudinal channel is provided along a second side of the first rail, the second side being perpendicular to the first side. A plurality of second openings are provided within the longitudinal channel, each of the second openings corresponding to one of the first openings. Wedge members are inserted into each of the second openings such that the wedge members engage with the first rail and the elongate member inserted into the corresponding first opening such that the elongate member is secured to the first rail. A side cover plate is securable across the longitudinal channel.

Abstract: A panel railing has a dimensionally stable U-shaped profile. Between the two limbs, the base region of a glass pane is held in a clamped manner. Spacer bodies are arranged in the opening region of the U-shaped profile between the glass pane and one limb. One of the spacer bodies is a wedge body provided in the upper, free edge region of one of the two limbs. The wedge body can be placed in a pressing manner with its one outer face against the limb and with its other outer face against the glass pane. A projection directed toward said limb is on the upper edge region of the wedge body. A projection directed away from said limb is on the inner side of the limb such that the wedge body rests on the projection of the relevant limb so that it is seated to the maximum extent in the U-shaped profile.

Abstract: A glass panel railing with a U-section comprises a first limb, a second limb, a first base part, a second base part, a first hook receptacle and a second hook receptacle. Between the two limbs, the foot region of the glass panel is held in a fixed manner. The U-section is composed of a two-part design; the first limb and second limb. The first limb can be fastened to the building while the second limb can be attached to the first limb so as to provide stability.

Abstract: A panel railing has a dimensionally stable U-shaped profile. Between the two limbs of the U-shaped profile, the base region of a glass pane is held in a clamped manner. A spacer body and a rod body are arranged in the opening region of the U-shaped profile between the glass pane and one limb. The rod body is provided in an upper, free edge region of at least one of the two limbs. The rod body is placed in a pressing manner with its one outer face against the limb and with its other outer face, which lies opposite the former, against the glass pane. On the inner side of the limb, there is at least one projection which protrudes from said limb in the direction of the glass pane and is present below the maximum width extent of the rod body.

Abstract: An enclosure having identical ribbed stanchions and panels, and a gate which may be pivotably hung from the stanchions such that it swings in either direction, and may be opened from either side, depending on the assembly of the enclosure, is described. This enables the enclosure to be assembled and disassembled without having to identify the supporting members and without having to purchase right- and left-handed gates. A latch which may be opened from both inside and outside of the enclosure is also described.

Abstract: A retractable fence system for a pool surround includes an array of ground tubes mounted around the pool. A resiliently upwardly biased substantially hollow post is slidably mounted in each ground tube. A retractable non-resilient flexible fence panel is mounted within each post so that, when the post is fully extended above ground, the fence panel maybe selectively extended laterally from the post, through a vertical slot in the sidewall of the post. The distal end of the fence panel, when extended, releasably mounts to a next adjacent post.

Abstract: A method for building a fence includes forming footings, the footings including a post therein which extends upwardly above a top of the footings. Front and back forms are positioned adjacent to the posts and extending between the posts, defining a void between the front and back forms. At least a portion of the void is filled with a setting material. The forms are removed after the setting material is substantially set, leaving a panel extending between the posts formed from the substantially set setting material.

Abstract: An animal-resistant fence preventing entry of animals includes a first post, a second post, and a first panel member extending between the two posts. The fence further includes a second panel member extending from an upper portion of the first panel member above the ground level, and a third panel member extending from a lower portion of the first panel member beneath the ground level.

Abstract: The present invention is a novel customizable and retractable enclosure system particularly suited for tennis courts. The customizable and retractable enclosure system of the present invention includes windscreen panel assemblies connected to vertical support members using a system of highly tensioned cables and eliminates the use of a chain link fence.

Abstract: A screening for separating a protected area has a plurality of vertical supports with removable panels between the supports. Upper attachment members on the supports have a vertical channel for slideably receiving a complementary attachment member on the panel. A hook on one attachment member engages a catch on the other to retain the attachment members together. The lower end of the panel is retained between parallel flanges on the vertical supports. A tool is provided to release the hook for removal of the panel from the vertical supports.

Abstract: The invention relates to a portable delimiting device comprising a plurality of single-piece posts (1) or multi-piece posts (11) arranged spaced apart from each other, each consisting of a flexible material at least in sections, characterized in that in the erected delimiting device, the post section (1a, 1b, 1c) consisting of the flexible material is arranged on all posts (1) or at least on some of the posts (1) such that said section runs in an arcuate manner in the direction of an adjacent post (1), and said section is under tension due to the flexible material properties, wherein the upper post section (1a), which follows the arcuate section, of a post (1) is removably connected to the adjacent post (1).

Abstract: A wire-mesh security fence panel and security fence is provided. In at least on example the fence panel includes: a first set of substantially parallel wires, each wire having a first and a second end; a second set of substantially parallel wires, the second set of wires being welded across the first set on one picket-wire side of the first set; a cross-wire-side connection strip welded across the first end of the first set on the picket-wire side of the first set; and an opposite side connection strip welded across the second end of the first set on the opposite side of the picket-wire side. In one such example each connection strip has an outside edge and each outside edge is equally spaced from the end of the wires to which the strip is welded.

Abstract: A gating system (100) for use in the construction of a temporary fence line is discussed. The gating system (100) includes a pair of frames (101,102). Frame (101) is hinged on its lateral end (101) d to an adjacent fencing panel (105) while frame (102) is hinged on its lateral end (102) d to an adjacent fencing panel (105) allowing the frames to be manoeuvred between an open and close position. In the closed position the first and second frame assemblies are brought into communication via an interlocking mechanism. As the frame assemblies are moved to the open position the interlocking mechanism maintains a coupling between the first and second frame assemblies unit to a predetermined distance from the closed position.

Abstract: A fencing system operable to define a barrier relative to a foundation. The fencing system includes a mount that is operable to be supported by the foundation. The mount includes an upright portion configured to extend from the foundation. The fencing system also includes a first barrier member having a lower bracket that receives the upright portion such that the mount supports the first barrier member generally upright. The fencing system also includes a second barrier member having an upper bracket that receives the upright portion such that the mount supports the second barrier member generally upright and such that the upper bracket substantially overlaps the lower bracket to limit movement of the first barrier member.

Abstract: A fence panel which is made from mesh material and which includes at least one rigidifying channel which, in a region adjacent a respective end of the channel is of decreasing depth.

Abstract: This invention relates to a barrier for fixing to an upper portion of a wall, the barrier comprising fixing means securable to the wall, and a barrier held by the fixing means that locates above the upper portion of the wall, wherein the barrier is removable from the fixing means to allow access to the upper portion of the wall as required. In one aspect, at least a portion of the barrier is moveable relative to a remainder of the barrier and between a first position where it is located above an upper edge of the wall, and a second position where access is then provided to the upper wall edge above which the movable barrier portion was previously positioned.

Abstract: The safety barricading system includes at least one mesh panel that is secured against an existing surface, object, or structure via a plurality of uniquely defined clips. The safety barricading system is designed to adaptively attach onto a building or structure in a temporary or permanent basis, and prevent objects from falling there from. The safety barricading system includes tools that remove the clips after use as well as joiner assemblies that abut adjacent sections of mesh panels at varying angles. The uniquely defined clips each include an eccentric pin joiner and mesh clip button that attach to one another as well as onto the respective clip, and sandwich the mesh panel there between so as to secure the mesh panel to the respective clip.