Strip Mounted On Sill Patents (Class 49/304)
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Patent number: 11952830Abstract: A threshold system with an insulated thermal break device configured to provide a thermal break for insulating a door opening and related methods is provided.Type: GrantFiled: March 29, 2023Date of Patent: April 9, 2024Inventor: Griffin Dussault
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Patent number: 11391085Abstract: A threshold seal apparatus for a doorway, the threshold seal apparatus comprising a floor-mountable channel portion, a seal configured to be received within the channel portion, and an actuation mechanism operable to move the seal with respect to the channel portion between a retracted position and an extended position in which the seal is configured to contact the underside of a door mounted within the doorway.Type: GrantFiled: May 15, 2017Date of Patent: July 19, 2022Assignee: LORIENT POLYPRODUCTS LTDInventors: Maria Powell, Jason Williams, Simon Klippel, Kerry Hicks
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Patent number: 10407975Abstract: A threshold includes a substantially vertically upstanding nosing extending along a longitudinal axis of the threshold and a substantially vertically upstanding dam spaced from and substantially parallel to the upstanding nosing. A threshold cap is disposed at least partially across a gap between the upstanding nosing and the upstanding dam. A support, which supports the threshold cap, is located at least partially within the gap. The threshold cap is adjustable between at least a raised position and a lowered position. The threshold cap is biased toward the raised position when the door panel of the entryway is in an open position. The threshold cap pivots about a pivot axis parallel with the longitudinal axis. The pivot axis is not a central axis of the threshold cap.Type: GrantFiled: August 8, 2018Date of Patent: September 10, 2019Assignee: Endura Products, Inc.Inventors: Brent Van Camp, Bruce E. Procton
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Patent number: 9874054Abstract: A threshold having a threshold cap. The threshold cap has an aperture through its top wall. The threshold also includes a pin capture positioned below the threshold cap and corresponding in location to the aperture. The pin capture is positioned to receive a pin passing through the aperture.Type: GrantFiled: November 30, 2016Date of Patent: January 23, 2018Assignee: Endura Products, Inc.Inventors: Mike Mitchell, Tomasz Jaskiewicz
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Patent number: 9562387Abstract: A door bottom system is used with an entryway system having a door panel movable between open and closed positions. The door bottom system includes a door sweep movable with the door panel between first and second positions corresponding with the open and closed positions, respectively. The door bottom system includes a threshold assembly including a sill that defines a channel adapted for accepting a fluid. The threshold assembly includes a seal extending downwardly toward the sill to a distal end and movable between initial and sealed positions. The door sweep selectively engages and moves the seal from the initial position in the first position to the sealed position in the second position. The seal extends over and covers the channel in the initial position. The seal at least partially uncovers the channel in the sealed position such that the distal end of the seal is positioned above the channel.Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2015Date of Patent: February 7, 2017Assignee: QUANEX HOMESHIELD LLCInventor: James W. Meeks
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Patent number: 9260905Abstract: A kit, door and method of installing an adjustable horizontal adapter bar for a storm, security, screen or other door to a building involves adjustment of a bar for a bottom or a top edge of a door to get a better fit than a standard door. Adjustable bars may comprise multiple telescoping parts, adjustable width vertical bars and fasteners for coupling the adjustable bar to a door. A kit may further comprise a threshold plate and a bug sweep for further resisting entry of bugs small animals and debris to create a better seal.Type: GrantFiled: March 4, 2014Date of Patent: February 16, 2016Assignee: Unique Home Designs, Inc.Inventor: John Brogan
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Patent number: 8991101Abstract: A door entryway system can include a door sweep capable of attachment to a bottom of a door panel. The system also includes a threshold assembly having a self-articulating threshold cap configured to self-adjust toward the door sweep and interact therewith to form a sealing barrier when the door panel is in a closed position.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2013Date of Patent: March 31, 2015Assignee: Endura Products, Inc.Inventors: Brent Van Camp, Bruce E. Procton
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Patent number: 8991100Abstract: A door entryway system can include a door sweep capable of attachment to a bottom of a door panel. The system also includes a threshold assembly having a self-articulating threshold cap configured to be biased toward the door sweep and interact therewith to form a sealing barrier when the door panel is in a closed position.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2013Date of Patent: March 31, 2015Assignee: Endura Products, Inc.Inventors: Brent Van Camp, Bruce E. Procton
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Patent number: 8627606Abstract: A combined sealing system comprises a frame, a panel, a first sealing system, a second sealing system, and a third sealing system. The panel is within and movable, relative to the frame, between at least an open position and a completely closed position, and the panel includes a plurality of subpanels hinged relative to one another. The first sealing system is configured to engage a sill rail of the panel with a sill of the frame. The second sealing system is configured to engage a stile rail of the panel with a jamb of the frame. The third sealing system is configured to engage a meeting rail of the first panel with a header of the frame. In the closed position, the first and second sealing systems movable between a locked configuration and an unlocked configuration.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2009Date of Patent: January 14, 2014Assignee: Tyto Life LLCInventors: Don S. Salerno, W. Kip Speyer
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Patent number: 8522483Abstract: A door entryway system can include a door sweep capable of attachment to a bottom of a door panel. The system also includes a threshold assembly having a self-articulating threshold cap configured to self-adjust toward the door sweep and interact therewith to form a sealing barrier when the door panel is in a closed position.Type: GrantFiled: August 23, 2011Date of Patent: September 3, 2013Assignee: Endura Products, Inc.Inventors: Brent Van Camp, Bruce E. Procton
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Patent number: 8484899Abstract: A combination sealing system includes a driving sealing system, a driven sealing system, and a drive system. The driving sealing system includes a tongue attached to and extending away from a sash of a first panel, and a receiver attached to and within a frame. The driven sealing system includes a rotational member connected to a meeting rail of a second panel, and a first catch connected to a meeting rail of the first panel. The drive system is attached to the receiver and the rotational member. The first catch is configured to engage the rotational member. The receiver is configured to receive the tongue. The first panel is movable between an open position and a completely closed position. Prior to the first panel being in the completely closed position, the drive system transfer motion within the drive sealing system to the driven sealing system.Type: GrantFiled: February 25, 2009Date of Patent: July 16, 2013Assignee: Tyto Life LLCInventors: William Kip Speyer, Bryan D. Dervarics, Don S. Salerno
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Publication number: 20110203180Abstract: A solid skirt seal mounted to the bottom edge of a slide-glide door panel hinged to rotate about an axis generally parallel to the bottom edge of the door panel, a spring biasing the hinged skirt seal to rotate the lower edge of the skirt seal in a downward direction, and a flexible cover extending between the lower edge of the skirt seal and the lower edge of the door panel.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 22, 2009Publication date: August 25, 2011Applicant: WABTEC HOLDING CORP.Inventors: Peter Heidrich, David C. Griffis
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Publication number: 20100077665Abstract: A combination sealing system includes a driving sealing system, a driven sealing system, and a drive system. The driving sealing system includes a tongue attached to and extending away from a sash of a first panel, and a receiver attached to and within a frame. The driven sealing system includes a rotational member connected to a meeting rail of a second panel, and a first catch connected to a meeting rail of the first panel. The drive system is attached to the receiver and the rotational member. The first catch is configured to engage the rotational member. The receiver is configured to receive the tongue. The first panel is movable between an open position and a completely closed position. Prior to the first panel being in the completely closed position, the drive system transfer motion within the drive sealing system to the driven sealing system.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2009Publication date: April 1, 2010Applicant: SPEYER DOOR AND WINDOW, INC.Inventors: W. Kip Speyer, Bryan D. Dervarics, Don S. Salerno
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Patent number: 7685775Abstract: A combined sealing system for connecting a panel to a frame includes a first sealing system and a second sealing system. The first sealing system connects a first surface of the panel to a first surface of the frame, and the second sealing system connects a second surface of the panel to a second surface of the frame. The combined sealing system has an unlocked configuration and a locked configuration. In the unlocked configuration, the panel moves relative to the frame along a plane substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the first or second surfaces of the frame. In the locked configuration, each of the first and second sealing systems separately prevent movement of the panel relative to the frame along the plane.Type: GrantFiled: December 30, 2005Date of Patent: March 30, 2010Assignee: Speyer Door and Window, Inc.Inventors: William Kip Speyer, Jonathan D. Thielmann, Robert E. Pruss
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Patent number: 7685774Abstract: A closing system for moving a sealing system between an unlocked configuration and a locked configuration includes first and second inner control members and first and second outer control members. The sealing system connects a panel to a frame and includes an anchor disposed between first and second opposing docking collars. The first and second inner control members are respectively connected to the first and second docking collars, and the first and second outer control members are respectively disposed proximate to the first and second inner control members.Type: GrantFiled: December 30, 2005Date of Patent: March 30, 2010Assignee: Speyer Door and Window, Inc.Inventor: Jonathan D. Thielmann
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Patent number: 7685776Abstract: A sealing system connects a panel to a frame and includes an anchor and a pair of opposing docking collars. The anchor extends from the frame or panel, and the opposing docking collars are disposed within a guide portion in the other of the frame or panel. The sealing system has an unlocked configuration and a locked configuration. In the unlocked configuration, the panel moves relative to the frame along a plane substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the anchor. In the locked configuration, the anchor is positioned between the docking collars, and the anchor is engaged by the docking collars to prevent movement of the panel relative to the frame along the plane.Type: GrantFiled: December 30, 2005Date of Patent: March 30, 2010Assignee: Speyer Door and Window, Inc.Inventors: William Kip Speyer, Jonathan D. Thielmann, Robert E. Pruss
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Patent number: 7124538Abstract: A doorway assembly, preferably for a sliding door, includes a barrier plate extending across the lower portion of the doorway to prevent the intrusion of water during severe weather conditions. A notch within the barrier plate, provides a substantially obstruction-free passageway through the doorway and, is sealed by compressing a compressible gasket, attached to a compression panel mounted to move with the sliding door, against the barrier plate. An actuator is structured to move the compression panel toward the barrier plate in response to operation of a latch lever, thereby compressing the compressible gasket and providing a seal between the compression panel and the barrier plate adjacent the notch.Type: GrantFiled: January 18, 2005Date of Patent: October 24, 2006Inventor: C. Walter Kline
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Patent number: 7028740Abstract: An apparatus for providing a smoke barrier through a doorway comprising a door coupled to a doorframe and a threshold on the floor between the doorframe. A movable seal assembly is coupled to the threshold and a first seal is coupled to the doorframe for contacting a top and two sides of the door when the door is in the closed position. A bottom seal is coupled to the movable seal assembly for contacting a bottom of the door when the door is in the closed position.Type: GrantFiled: August 8, 2003Date of Patent: April 18, 2006Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: Michael J. Clarady, Lance A. Cutler, John A. Bitker
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Patent number: 6082047Abstract: A draft strip device for a door includes a channel support section which is fixed at a base of the door. A movable part is mounted in the channel support section. The movable part is movable towards and away from the floor under the door. At least one weather strip seal is supported by the movable part and rests on the floor when the movable part is lowered. A pushing element is at one end of the movable part. The pushing element is intended to be engaged with a respective doorjamb to bring about a lowering of the movable part and the resting on the floor of the weather strip seal when the door is closed. At least one adjusting element is provided to adjust a position of the movable part. A first brace and a first attachment slide and an adjusting slide are provided. The first brace is connected at its ends to the first attachment slide, which is inserted and can be moved longitudinally in the support section, and to the adjusting slide, which is inserted and can be moved longitudinally in the movable part.Type: GrantFiled: October 22, 1997Date of Patent: July 4, 2000Inventors: Aldo Comaglio, Caterina Vezzola
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Patent number: 6061967Abstract: A door sealing assembly for closing the gap between the lower edge of a door and an underlying floor surface includes an elongated threshold mounted to the floor beneath an overhead door. The threshold presents a plurality of slots which can be aligned with and coupled to fasteners anchored to the floor surface itself. The lower surface of the threshold further includes an adhesive layer which further contributes to the secure mounting of the threshold to the floor as well as inhibiting draught between the floor and threshold. The upper surface of the threshold presents a recess extending along the length thereof. A seal is attached to the lower edge of the door and is configured to nest within the recess. A resilient sheet of impervious material extends across the recess when the door is in an open position and is depressed into the recess by the seal when the door is moved to a closed position to close the gap between the lower edge of the door and the underlying floor surface.Type: GrantFiled: January 19, 1999Date of Patent: May 16, 2000Inventor: Raymond E. Judds
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Patent number: 5327681Abstract: A guide rail device is provided for hanging doors. The device is effective to accurately guide the hanging door without deviation, yet does not project up from the floor when the doors are open, as is the case with a guide rail or a groove-rail mounted on the floor surface. When the hanging doors are open, guides of the device are retracted into a guide rail in the floor surface and thus do not project from the floor surface. When the hanging doors are closed, the guides are projected from the floor surface and are fitted in a long groove from in a bottom end surface of the hanging doors, such that the hanging doors are prevented from deviating while being moved.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 1992Date of Patent: July 12, 1994Assignee: Osaka Kanagu Co., Ltd.Inventor: Saburo Minami
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Patent number: 4198785Abstract: A door seal for an inside compartment of a railway passenger vehicle. A door that moves on rollers laterally into and from a door opening to a stored position in a hollow portion of an adjacent wall. The lower portion of the door is located adjacent a threshold having a movable, flexible seal that moves between a flat position covering a roller track portion of the threshold to a substantially upright position against the bottom of the door when the door is located in a closed position. The seal is constructed of a resilient material and bends to be urged against the lower portion of the door in such a fashion as to seal out noise, debris, light and the like. When the door is open the seal returns to a flat, horizontal position to prevent an accumulation of debris or dirt in the door track which would interfere with movement of the door.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 1978Date of Patent: April 22, 1980Assignee: Pullman IncorporatedInventors: Walter J. Marulic, Jack E. Gutridge
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Patent number: 4156989Abstract: A door comprising a supporting framework, a closure member supported by the framework and a mechanism for sealing the door at least at the bottom thereof and including a base member lying below the closure member in its closed position and apparatus for lifting the base member to close any gap between it and the closure member.Type: GrantFiled: February 3, 1977Date of Patent: June 5, 1979Inventor: Leslie F. Sparrow