Abstract: A prefabricated wall system for free-standing subdivision partitions, highway sound and visual barriers, privacy walls, or walls of a building having a plurality of prefabricated modular panels that are removably interconnected and installed. Each panel is essentially a factory-built sandwich having an expanded plastic foam core between two composite reinforcing wafers. Each wafer is comprised of an inner layer of fiberglass coated with an exterior layer of concrete reinforced with a grid of steel bars. The foam core has a pair of vertical cylindrical voids sized and spaced to mate with foundation columns pre-poured on site. The ends of each panel are reinforced with a steel sling lifting assembly embedded in concrete that includes removable eyebolts at the top edge whereby the panels can be attached to cables at each end for hoisting above the foundation columns and then lowering into place. A vertical groove or trough at each end of the panels receives a connector, such an expansion joint filler.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a gate latch comprising an integrated latch/handle assembly, a mounting bracket, a return spring and a flat head shoulder bolt. The integrated latch/handle assembly is a flat bar section comprised of various radiused and right angled bends allowing the assembly to wrap around the leading edge of the fence gate with one of the bends forming the actual latch bolt. The ends of the assembly are bent to form handles which operate the mechanism, the handles having radiused ends. The mounting bracket is a flat steel bar section with two holes provided for attaching the bracket to the gate. The return spring is held in place by the shoulder bolt which attaches the handle assembly, mounting bracket and spring firmly together.

Abstract: A fence includes upright metal posts and a brace or rail clamped between the posts, where clamping the rail squares the posts with respect to the rail. The posts are anchored in the ground vertically, and the rail is installed horizontally, providing a rigid, H-shaped fence brace. Fence corners are provided by having at least three posts and two rails clamped together, although an additional post and rail can be used for added stability. Each rail preferably has a fixed, U-shaped clamp on each end, and a free, U-shaped clamp is bolted to the fixed clamp, the clamps encircling a fence post and squaring the fence post with respect to the rail. Gate hangers can be clamped to one of the posts to provide a gate post, where the gate hangers can be slid up or down or rotated about the post, providing flexibility for receiving and supporting a gate.

Abstract: A gate is disclosed for positioning between a hinge post and a latch post. The gate comprises horizontally spaced-apart end members which are channel-shaped. Each of the end members has a base portion and spaced-apart side walls extending therefrom. A plurality of metal rail members are initially secured to and extend between the end members by means of pivot bolts. When the metal gate has been adjusted to conform to elevational differences between the hinge post and the latch post, the relationship of the rail members and the end members is fixed by means of screws extending through the side walls of the end members into the ends of the rail members.

Abstract: A fence structure made from steel rods approximately five eighths inch in diameter and having a tensile strength of about ninety thousand pounds, the fence structure comprising a plurality of horizontally extending and vertically spaced rods interconnected by a plurality of horizontally spaced vertical rods which are welded at their points of intersection to the horizontal rods.

Abstract: Pivotably mounted barriers extending across a portion of and staggered in an alternating manner from opposite sides and spaced apart as to permit directed travel up or down stairs or staircase. Barriers extend across staircase to the extent that in addition to acting as an aid in ascending or descending, should a person stumble or lose their footing, their fall would be interupted within a few feet instead of tumbling all the way to the bottom suffering certain injury and possible death.

Abstract: A section rod is a component of a protective fence and serves for fastening a protective screen. A U-shaped receptacle, where the protective screen can be secured, is provided in the section rod. For this purpose, the receptacle has an internal width that is at least in part somewhat less than a thickness of the protective screen. An increased securing action can be achieved through additional sawtooth-shaped elevations. The section rod allows the protective screen to be mounted in a simple and reliable manner without additional fastening or securing parts.

Abstract: A prefabricated fence post assembly comprising a slotted fence post which slideably receives an adjoining prefabricated modular panel, picket fence, lattice or ornamental section for the construction of fences, walls and other structures incorporating panels.

Abstract: The present invention provides generally a support post system comprising a support member. The support member comprises at least one recess in a surface of the support member for receiving a rail member. The support post further comprises at least one attachment member which extends outwardly substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the support member. The attachment member extends through the recess. The support post system further comprises a finish plate for being placed over the rail member when after the rail member is seated in the recess. The finish plate has a passage formed therein to allow passage of the attachment member therethrough. The support post system also comprises a mechanism for removably securing the finish plate to the attachment member.

Abstract: The figure eight hinge of the present invention allows a gate to be quickly and safely attached to a support structure. The hinge includes two legs having two different radii of curvature. The legs also include a slot which allows the hinge to have the desired figure eight configuration. The present invention advantageously eliminates pinch points and minimizes the distance between the gate and the support structure. In particular, the hinge remains stationary with respect to the support structure while allowing the gate to rotate within one end of the hinge. The figure eight hinge is preferably used with animal enclosures such as kennels or pens because it reduces the risk that an animal will catching its feet or other body parts between the gate and the support structure.

Abstract: A dasher board system for providing a surrounding barrier for the playing surface of a hockey rink. The dasher board system includes lower dasher board sections and extended continuous transparent upper shielding elements. The lower dasher board sections are formed by pultrusion. This gives the dasher board sections a high concentration of fiberglass and a high strength-to-weight ratio. This enables the sections to be made in longer lengths and reduces assembly time. The dasher board sections include horizontal ribs formed therein during the pultrusion process. A mounting system includes supports that are mounted to the horizontal ribs to stabilize the dasher board sections. Curved dasher board sections are formed by cutting the horizontal ribs and flexing the dasher board sections in the regions of the cuts. The transparent upper shielding is formed from by unrolling an elongated length of relatively thin polycarbonate material.

Abstract: A portable structure is provided including a plurality of wall sections each having a front face, a rear face, and a periphery formed therebetween. The periphery is defined by a horizontally oriented linear top and bottom edge and a pair of vertically oriented linear side edges. Each top edge has an elongated slot formed therein along an entire length thereof and in communication with the side edges. Further included is a plurality of interconnects adapted to be removably situated within the slots of adjacent wall sections to maintain the lateral relationship thereof. The interconnects include planar interconnects and angled interconnects.

Abstract: A fence gate having a first horizontal member, a second horizontal member in parallel relationship to the first horizontal member, a first vertical member affixed to the first and second horizontal members, and a second vertical member affixed to the first and second horizontal members in parallel relationship to the first vertical member. Each of the first and second horizontal members have an end extending outwardly of a side of the first vertical member opposite the second vertical member. Each of the first and second horizontal members have an opposite end extending outwardly of a side of the second vertical member opposite the first vertical member. These outwardly extending ends of the first and second horizontal members can be cut to size so that the fence gate can be properly affixed between fence posts of an existing fence structure.

Abstract: A high security fence and post assembly including a T-section post for installation in the ground and having an elongated, upwardly extending first plate portion defining a front surface and a rear surface and an elongated second plate portion projecting transversely from a longitudinally extending section of the rear surface.

Abstract: A fence gate support device which in its broad embodiment comprises a pair of first and second post members which, when driven into the ground and clamped together with upper and lower clamp bars, provide a lateral stabilizing first unit for a gate adapted to hang on gate hinge pins affixed to the clamp bars. A fence line stabilizing second unit is provided and has a third post member having a connector on one end and having its other end adapted to be driven into the ground at a distance of several feet from the first unit generally along the fence line and then bent to an angle appropriate to slide the connector over the top of one of the first or second post members. A locking mechanism is provided on the connector and on the third post member such that the connector cannot slide any substantial distance on the third post member when the locking mechanism is engaged.

Abstract: Bamboo panels and method for forming from bamboo culms and rods are provided. Curved culms from clump bamboo having holes in a selected plane are placed on rods having diameters slightly smaller than the holes, such that forces on the tough skin of bamboo culms are used to hold the culms in a straight or other selected configuration. The panels may be used in fences, furniture, walls and other structures.

Abstract: An adjustable-width panel assembly for the construction of fences, walls, and other structures incorporating panels, which minimizes the need for separate fasteners to inter-connect successive panel members.

Abstract: A vinyl gate structure includes a frame which has spaced-apart upright members and top and bottom cross-piece members extending there between. Each upright member includes a cross-piece receiver for the cross-piece members. Vinyl cross-piece covers, or cross-piece members, are provided, and vinyl web members generally extend between the cross-piece covers to provide a web for the fence. A typical fence is held together with four fasteners, located in the corners thereof, which fasteners secure the upright members, the cross-piece members and the vinyl cross-piece covers, thereby forming a solitary unit.

Abstract: A fence frame is disclosed that preferably comprises galvanized steel posts that provide an accessible flat surface or surfaces parallel with the surface of the transverse rails and through which are applied holding bolts for securing the post to adjoining ends of rail sections. The posts and rail sections are preferably made of standard length L-shaped galvanized angle irons that are readily available. The rails are stripped at their ends to fit over the posts and to present a flat plane of fence frame parts for the installation of a covering. Such covering can conveniently be paneling secured to the fence rails by self-tapping, self-drilling screws or by flexible galvanized wire tie rods.

Abstract: A fortified gate system and locking mechanism is disclosed which utilizes spring loaded locking mechanisms, triggered by the impact of an object such as a vehicle, to interlock a gate, a brace, and fortified anchoring devices. This interconnected structure forms an energy absorbing, impenetrable barrier. Because the gate system functions as a normal gate until an instance of attempted crashing entry, it provides reasonable accessibility while maintaining a high level of security.

Abstract: An adjustable-width panel assembly for the construction of fences, walls, and other structures incorporating panels, which minimizes the need for separate fasteners to inter-connect successive panel members.

Abstract: A lightweight portable fencing system comprises a plurality of support panels each being formed in a planar configuration with a top edge, a bottom edge and two side edges, each of the side edges including coupling devices; and a plurality of support poles each being formed in a generally cylindrical configuration, each pole having a lower end formed as a large screw, each pole being rotated to secure its lower end within the ground, each support pole including coupling devices extending therefrom in a diametrically opposing orientation, each panel being positioned between two poles with the coupling devices of the poles and panels secured together, in an operative orientation the poles and panels of the apparatus being positioned vertically and arranged in a rectangular configuration.

Abstract: An adjustable gate is suitable for use with a fence and includes a pair of spaced apart vertical members, upper and lower first slip members, which are attached to the vertical member, upper and lower second slip members, which extend between the upper and lower first slip members, respectively, and which are slip-fit thereon and slidable relative thereto, allowing the gate width to be slidably adjustable to a predetermined distanced such that the gate substantially fills an opening in a fence. Upper and lower fixed-length members are mounted on the assembled upper and lower slip members for fixing the gate to a selected width. The upper and lower first slip members may be pivotally attached to the vertical members and a truss provided, which mass extends between the upper portion of one vertical member and the lower portion of the other vertical member to maintain the gate in a predetermined parallelographic orientation.

Abstract: Reinforced fence and building wall construction having upright tubular posts supporting lightweight foam wall panels extending from post to post. The vertical side edges of the panels are recessed to accommodate enough of the post circumferential extent to conceal the posts from exterior view. The panels have reinforcing members, preferably both upper and lower, extending horizontally between and to the panel vertical side edges. Each end of a reinforcing member is similarly recessed and has an adjacent lip, preferably formed from the end of the reinforcing member before its recessing, fitting closely about the post. During installation of such a wall the lips of the reinforcing members are fastened to their respective posts.

Abstract: The invention aims to make outdoor structure such as gate post suitable for mass production by achieving weight reduction of such structure so that the structure can be manually transported, installed, on one hand, and by facilitating adhesive fixation of artificial stones, on the other hand. A substrate of the structure is molded from foam plastics and a nail is partily embedded in each artificial stone during a process of molding this stone so that the nail may partily project out from the rear surface of the artificial stone. Adhesive mortar is applied to the substrate and/or the artificial stone and then the artificial stone is pressed against the substrate so that the nail may penetrate the substrate and thereby the artificial stone may be adhesively fixed. In this manner, the structure is effectively weight-reduced and the nail is held by the substrate under an elasticity of the foamed plastics until the adhesive mortar is set.

Abstract: Fence walls comprising flanged supporting posts spaced on centers and uniform lightweight panels doubly slotted at their ends fitting between adjacent posts and engaging such flanges. The engaged post flanges are substantially concealed from view. At least one face of such panels is grooved horizontally so as to accommodate facing brick or other decorative material. Any ungrooved face of the panels may be covered with stucco or like cementitious material, preferably containing elastomeric and lightweight bulking ingredients, as well as desired coloring.

Abstract: A gate assembly for tensioned fences, particularly those which encircle home swimming pools and are removable for swimming pool use. The gate in its preferred form is "U" shaped with no rigid bar at the top and has the space between the bars of the gate filled with tensioned mesh fabric similar to the tensioned fence. The gate is supported by poles on each edge which provides spring closed hinging on one edge and an automatic latch at the opposite edge. The poles are in fact pairs of poles at each side which together react to the tension of the fence without transferring the fence tension to the gate. In one form, the two poles at each edge are rigidly connected by bars which define a truss. The gate supporting poles are secured to the pole decking as by insertion in drilled holes which are at cant angles in the order of 5.degree. away from the direction of the fence tension. A process for installing the fence and gate is described.

Abstract: A sheet metal fence of very few different components. A bottom fence panel assembly includes a corrugated panel with a lateral stiffener compression fit to each corrugated panel edge. A top panel assembly is identically formed. The ends of the top and bottom panel assemblies are inserted into respective channel-shaped half-posts that are anchored in the ground. Eight fasteners fasten the panel assemblies via only two of the lateral supports, to the half-posts, to thus provide a fence section with only eight total components, with three being different.

Abstract: A gate which hingedly fits closely between two spaced apart fence posts is provided. The gate has a hinge side member which extends directly adjacent a fence post. The hinge side member includes offset portions, each of which is displaced from the respective fence post by a gap. A hinge extends from the fence post across the gap of each offset portion to hingedly couple the gate to the fence post. The gate also has a latch side member which may be removably secured about another fence post. A sleeve having a gate latch coupled thereto is rotatably coupled about the latch member. The latch member has a slot extending therethrough and the sleeve has a notch extending therethrough. The sleeve may be rotated to a locking position on the latch side member where the notch is located over a portion at the slot. A rod extends inside of the latch side member. The rod has a cap end and a hooked end. The hooked end of the rod may be adjusted in the slot and notch by moving the cap end.

Abstract: A gate assembly for use on a mobile home having an adjacent driveway and a carport roof includes a gate and associated components to facilitate sliding movement and securement of the gate between the mobile home and a vertical post that supports the roof. The rear face of the gate has a horizontally disposed track. The bottom of the gate has a wheel adapted to roll in a vertical plane upon the driveway. The associated components include rail members adapted to be mounted to the mobile home and post to receive the track on the gate and thereby support the gate.

Abstract: A guard rail assembly having a vertical support stanchion and a horizontal rail. The rail and stanchion have polymerized sheathing extending about the stanchion and rail to protect the assembly from the environment. The guard rail assembly may also include a seal interposed of the polymerized sheathing to further protect the assembly from the environment. The guard rail assembly may also be pivotable about a vertical rail to allow access to the guarded area.

Abstract: This invention relates to fence apparatus that is constructed from modular assemblies which permit compact transport of the fence from the manufacturer to the field where set up and assembly of the modular elements may be quickly and effectively made into a perimeter fence to prevent entry of animals and bovine into the area fenced.

Abstract: Reinforced fence and building wall construction having upright tubular posts supporting lightweight foam wall panels extending from post to post. The vertical side edges of the panels are recessed to accommodate enough of the post circumferential extent to conceal the posts from exterior view. The panels have reinforcing members, preferably both upper and lower, extending horizontally between and to the panel vertical side edges. Each end of a reinforcing member is similarly recessed and has an adjacent lip, preferably formed from the end of the reinforcing member before its recessing, fitting closely about the post. During installation of such a wall the lips of the reinforcing members are fastened to their respective posts.

Abstract: A new and improved rolling gate stopping and locking system comprising a steel pole having a first end, a second end, and an intermediate extent therebetween. The steel pole has an aperture drilled therethrough upwardly of the first end. The steel pole is positionable within an aperture drilled through a stationary portion of a rolling gate. Included in the system is a rubber head having a flat upper surface and a contoured lower surface. The rubber head is secured to the second end of the steel pole. The second end of the steel pole extends upwardly through the contoured lower surface. The contoured lower surface corresponds with the stationary portion of the rolling gate to prevent the rolling gate from advancing thereby opening the rolling gate. A padlock is securable to the aperture drilled through the steel pole. The padlock serves to lock the steel pole to the rolling gate.

Abstract: An economical metal fence includes a lateral channel frame structure and corrugated panels that fit together without requiring fasteners. The lateral channel structures firmly engage the corrugated panels for support, while the lateral channel structures are held within vertical channels with very few fasteners. The lateral channel structures and associated corrugated panels do not bottom out laterally against the vertical channels. In this manner, the spacing between fence posts is not critical.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a modular security fence and, more particularly, to a plurality of interconnectable fence panels, each fabricated of weather proof recyclable materials. The fence panels can be produced in a variety of colors and sizes ranging from decorative landscaping fences to privacy fences. No staining or painting is required. These fence panels are formed to interconnect with one another and are secured together, preferably, through the use of threaded fasteners. Each successive panel conceals the unsightly fasteners which secure the preceding interconnected panel. The fence panels require virtually no maintenance. A number of panels can be interconnected prior to distribution, thus providing preassembled sections of fence. Optional panels may be formed to include utility boxes to accommodate electrical devices such as light fixtures, receptacles, and security devices. A fence of this type is durable, demanding little repair, and is not likely to fall prey to vandalism.

Abstract: Building walls comprising flanged supporting posts spaced on centers and uniform lightweight panels doubly slotted at their ends fitting between adjacent posts and engaging such flanges. The engaged post flanges are substantially concealed from view.

Abstract: The present portable fence is durable, lightweight and easily transported, erected and dismantled. In use, it will collapse upon impact, due to a break away, in the first embodiment, a joint between the fence post and its supporting leg, and in the second embodiment a joint in the supporting leg, yet in both embodiments the fence may be quickly and easily re-erected.

Abstract: A fencing system which utilizes coated steel to simulate wrought iron fencing and which comprises prefabricated sections of fence comprised of steel, the length of which can vary, ground or floor-anchored post members to which the fence sections attach using novel connectors. An ornament adorns each top vertical member of each fence section. Novel fence gate structure is also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention is an improved fence made of plastic materials and comprising four parts. A central post, removable cap for the post, fence portions and adapter portions for connecting the fence portions with the central post. The adapter portions have bolt holes oriented in three directions to provide a securing arrangement for the fence and post portions.

Abstract: A crowd control barrier system is formed by regular barrier units interlocked end to end, with special wheeled units at intervals which provide elevated platforms for crowd surveillance. The special units can be converted to provide mobile storage racks for the regular units, which mobile racks can be wheeled onto a trailer or other vehicle for transportation and storage. The regular barrier units are formed of two continuous tubular members, one forming a frame for a vertical panel and one side of a base frame, and the other forming the other side of the base frame and vertical members welded to vertical portions of the first member to form vertical stanchions supporting the panel.

Abstract: A railing member comprising a hollow extrusion having a picket-receiving channel along the bottom thereof. The channel has an open bottom. The sides of the member have bottom edges which extend downwardly at least as far as the bottom of the channel. A railing assembly includes the top railing member, a bottom railing member below the top railing member, a plurality of spaced-apart support posts extending between the members and a plurality of pickets between the posts. The support posts have flat tops which are received against the bottom of the top railing member and are connected thereto.

Abstract: A fencing system which utilizes coated steel to simulate wrought iron fencing and which comprises prefabricated sections of fence comprised of steel, the length of which can vary, ground or floor-anchored post members to which the fence sections attach using novel connectors. An ornament adorns each top vertical member of each fence section. Novel fence gate structure is also disclosed.

Abstract: Fence wall construction materials, method, and resulting wall. Flanged fence posts spaced apart at intervals corresponding to the end-to-end length of wall panels have their vertical edges slotted to accommodate the post flanges. Preferably the posts are I-beams or back-to-back C-members, and the panels are preformed lightweight material, such as foamed polystyrene, doubly slotted on their vertical edges to sandwich the post flanges within the slots.

Abstract: A livestock pen includes a rectangular horizontal platform having a plurality of sidewall assemblies connected thereto and extending around the perimeter thereof. At least one of the sidewall assemblies includes first and second vertical posts spaced apart from one another to form a gate opening therebetween. An upper horizontal rail is connected to the upper end of one of the gate posts and extends horizontally away from the gate opening. A horizontal slide rail is attached to the one sidewall assembly and extends across the gate opening adjacent the lower end thereof. A gate includes an upper channel member slidably mounted over the upper rail of the rear wall assembly and a lower sleeve member telescoped over the slide rail at the bottom of the wall assembly so as to permit the gate to slide between open and closed positions.

Abstract: A knock-down barrier positioned and supported about the circumference of an area or pool for preventing admittance into the area or pool. The knock-down barrier includes a plurality of barrier members, each being of singular construction in a hollow, tubular, airtight manner. The barrier members are supported within support holes positioned proximate the circumference of the area. Each barrier member can be separately removed or positioned within the support holes. The support holes are located within support posts embedded within the ground proximate the area. When the knock-down barrier is not in use, a plug is provided for each support hole so that the support holes do not have to be circumnavigated in order to avoid tripping or falling over them.

Abstract: Fence wall construction including panels of polymeric material. The vertical edges of such panels are slotted to accomodate flanges of upright supporting posts. The horizontal edges of such panels are slotted to accommodate added reinforcing flanges. A fence wall is made up of a row of flanged posts, adjacent posts being spaced the width of a panel apart, with each pair of posts having a panel interposed, with the post flanges inserted substantially entirely within the slots on the panel vertical edges and thereby concealed.

Abstract: A collapsible portable corral for confining and directing the movement of livestock and the like. The corral has a front chute for providing an exit and entrance for livestock. A first and second front section are pivotally secured to the front chute, and a first and second intermediate section is respectively pivotally secured to the first and front section. A first and second rear section is respectively pivotally secured to the first and second intermediate section. Each of the first and second front sections is provided with a lever apparatus which is capable of raising or elevating a contiguous intermediate section relative to a front section and for holding the intermediate section in an elevated posture relative to the front section. Furthermore, each of the first and second intermediate sections has a similar lever device for elevating a contiguous rear section relative to the intermediate section and for holding the contiguous rear section in an elevated posture relative to the intermediate section.

Abstract: A guard fence system is useful for preventing persons from falling off bleachers. The guard fence system comprises at least two upright posts mounted to the bleachers. Each post has a lower U-channel and an upper U-channel spaced a predetermined distance apart. The lower and upper U-channels have respective slots that open into the top ends of the U-channels. A guard fence member comprises a rectangular frame covered with a grill material. Upper and lower pins extend oppositely from the frame vertical members. The lower pins of the guard fence member are inserted into the slots of the lower U-channel. The guard fence member is pivoted to a generally vertical attitude such that the guard fence member upper pins are proximate the upper U-channels on the posts. The guard fence member is lifted and further pivoted until the upper pins thereof are vertically over the slots of the corresponding upper U-channels on the posts.

Abstract: Recycled lumber is used to create modular units of fencing that is superior both economically and in strength to new lumber. Composite redwood boards are comprised of three 5/8".times.7" panel sections and two elongated 1".times.1" rails having a dado running the length of the rail. The panels are lap jointed together, and the dadoed rails brace the panels and provide stability. The rails are stapled to the panels and create a nominal 1".times.8" composite board.