Abstract: A reduced, visibility window/door screen includes a particularly formed narrow profile frame and mesh applied to the frame. The frame is formed from a single elongated member that is bent to form four corners and four corresponding sides, with joining of the adjacent first and second ends. A high-strength adhesive bonds the mesh to the frame, which is pinch rolled thereon for exceptional pull-out strength. Another embodiment includes a leaf spring movably secured to the frame, to bias and center the screen within the master frame. Another embodiment further includes a plunger pin slidably disposed in the frame with one end fixedly secured to the leaf spring, and handle movably connected to the other end of the plunger pin. The handle member being movable between first and second positions to respectively actuate the leaf spring between an undeformed condition, and a deformed, flattened condition permitting installation/removal of the screen.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an insert holding system, a kit, and a method of installing the same. In several embodiments, the kit and/or system is constructed so that it can be installed in a standard interior door by modifying the existing door. In other embodiments, the insert holding system is installed in a door during the manufacturing of the door. The system and kit can also be configured to be installed in a wall, furniture, or another item or fixture. In several embodiments, the insert is constructed in a modular frame for easy replacement and exchange of the insert, if damaged, or if a different functionality is desired. For example, the insert could include a screen, a window, a mirror, a poster frame, a picture frame, a poster, a chalk board, a dry erase board, a cork board, or any combination thereof.

Abstract: A window well cover jack is disclosed. The window well cover jack has three arms: a base arm, a support arm and an actuator handle, all connected to aid in the lifting of a window well cover and to allow egress. In one embodiment, the jack is lockable in a stowed position. It is also possible to add a spring assist to aid in the lifting of a window well cover. Ideally, the window well cover jack is also lockable in a deployed position to aid in holding an ajar window well cover so as to facilitate escape. A simple link, which is easily broken by emergency crews with the proper tools but secure against intruders without said tools, connects the window well cover jack to a window well cover.

Abstract: The invention relates to a door module (1) of the type formed by a single part and from a single injected material, which module comprises a substantially flat supporting face (2) and at least one guide rail (34) of a window regulator system, said rail (34) being intended to guide and maintain a motor vehicle window supporting device (32). The rail (34) forms at least part of one of one of the side end parts (4) of the supporting face (2), said rail (34) extending continuously with the rest of the module (1) and forming a projection (40) in relation to the supporting face (2). The rail (34) extends in at least two planes different from the plane of the supporting face (2).

Abstract: A door assembly for a vehicle includes an outer panel configured for defining an exterior surface of the vehicle, and an inner panel matable to the outer panel to define a cavity therebetween. The inner panel includes a lower portion having a first longitudinal axis and a B-pillar assembly extending from the lower portion. The B-pillar assembly includes a casting having an external surface configured for defining the exterior surface of the vehicle, an internal surface spaced apart from the external surface, a length, and a second longitudinal axis. The casting extends from the portion along the second longitudinal axis, and the second longitudinal axis is substantially perpendicular to the first longitudinal axis.

Abstract: A window lifter includes a rope or a Bowden cable and is used in motor vehicles. The window lifter also includes guide rails that are integrated into the base surface of a carrier plate of a motor vehicle door. The window lifter also includes carriers that can be displaced along the guide rails and receive a window pane as well as reversing devices that are arranged at the ends of the guide rails. The rope engages with the carriers and a drive device and is guided via the reversing devices. The guide rails protrude from the base surface of the carrier plate, have a slot that extends in the longitudinal direction and are covered on the open base side of the carrier plate in a dampproof manner. The carriers can be at least partially situated on the external and internal side of the guide rails and pass through the respective slot to engage with the rails.

Abstract: A sliding door system for a motor vehicle. The vehicle has a body portion defining an aperture. The sliding door system includes a door assembly slidably movable along a path from a fully opened position to a fully closed position. A guide track is coupled to the body portion for guiding the door assembly. A guide assembly is coupled to the door assembly. The guide assembly includes a guide roller disposed in the track for guiding the door between the fully open position and the fully closed position. A track stabilizer is coupled to the guide track for opposing movement of the door assembly relative to the vehicle in a generally cross-car direction when the door assembly is closed.

Abstract: A jamb liner for a window assembly permits tilt-takeout sashes to be assembled to form a standard window assembly without tilt or takeout capabilities. The liner has an extruded body with a pair of channels for engaging the sashes. The channels are interconnected by two webs. One of the webs forms adjacent portions of sash runs, and the other web forms a bow-shaped spring for urging the channels against the sashes.

Abstract: A window mounting system including: a track member having a base for attachment to a window frame; a side wall extending transversely to the base; and a cover extending from the side wall parallel to the base having a curved shape facing the base, the distal end of the cover being spaced from the base to form an opening; and a slide member including a runner having a curved shape for nesting in the track member and slidingly engaging therewith, the width of the runner being greater than the width of the opening between the cover and base of the track member to allow for snap-insertion; a runner extension; and glazing support means fixed to the runner extension.

Abstract: In a window assembly of the kind including at least two window sashes having inwardly facing surfaces and outwardly facing surfaces, said sashes being fitted into a perimeter frame formed by spaced apart longitudinal members joined at their ends to the ends of spaced apart transverse members, and means mounting at least one of the sashes for sliding movement in said frame in a longitudinal direction between a closed position and an open position and for inward movement relative to the frame, the improvement comprising a sash retainer mounted on each longitudinal frame member for longitudinal sliding movement relative to the respective frame member, each retainer having a longitudinal dimension about equal to the longitudinal dimensions of said slidable sash and being slidable between a first position coextensive with said slidable sash and a second position in which the retainer is longitudinally offset from said slidable sash, each retainer having a longitudinal fin overlying the inwardly facing surface of t