Abstract: A threshold assembly is disposed below a closure. The threshold assembly includes a sill having a first end and a second end spaced from each other and having an entry portion sloping downwardly from a proximate end to a distal end between the first and second ends. A pair of jamb pedestals are disposed at the first and second ends of the sill, respectively. Each jamb pedestal supports a jamb spaced above the sill. A first wall extends upwardly from the proximate end of the entry portion and a second wall extends upwardly from the sill and along the first wall to define a channel extending longitudinally between the jamb pedestals. The first wall defines an opening which establishes fluid communication from the channel to the entry portion of the sill between the jamb pedestals for directing water from the channel away from the threshold assembly along the entry portion.

Abstract: A threshold system includes modular plastic substrate sections of predetermined lengths that are attachable together end-to-end in a number of configurations to form substrates of various total lengths. A threshold assembly of a desired length is assembled by attaching selected substrate sections together to form a support substrate having a length corresponding to the sums of the lengths of the substrate sections, mounting an extruded aluminum sill to the support substrate, and mounting a threshold cap in the upwardly open channel formed by the attached substrate sections and the sill. A nosing strip may be secured along the inside of the finished threshold to cover the intersections between joined substrate sections and to provide an aesthetically pleasing appearance from the inside of a building in which the threshold is installed.

Abstract: A locking strut for use on sliding doors, windows and other sliding closures. The locking strut is supplementary to any closure lock. The strut has at least one receiver in the bottom surface to receive one or more guide rails included in the guide channel of the casement. The apparatus also preferably includes a hold or holds that allow easier insertion and handling. One strut may be used in the casement both when the sliding door is in the open position and the closed position. This is allowed by having one end received in the casement upright in a first orientation for a first slider position. The other end does not fit within the casement in a second slider position. This allows the strut to serve as both a supplementary locking device and as a threshold cover to exclude debris from the guide channel when the slider is open.

Abstract: A threshold for installation atop a sub-sill of a building wall frame comprises a sill frame and a sealing fin including an upwardly extending upper panel substantially covering the entire forward edge of the sill frame. The sealing fin reduces moisture penetration and provides an attractive finished appearance.

Abstract: A door sill restrictor for preventing the entry of foreign matter such as water and airborne particulates into a building is shown and described. The door sill restrictor is one selected from a foam member and a sponge member. In one exemplary door assembly, the door sill restrictor is disposed in a space defined by a door and the sill.

Abstract: A door jamb assembly for an entryway has a wooden jamb plate to which an extruded plastic brick mold and stop member is attached. The brick mold and stop member forms the raised stop of the jamb assembly also may form the brick mold thereof. The extruded plastic brick mold and stop member has a core made of economical cellular PVC plastic at least partially encased in a stabilizing layer of a plastic material, such as SAN, having a heat distortion temperature greater than that of the PVC plastic of the core. The stabilizing layer holds the core material in place and restrains it against distortion and shrinkage due to extreme temperatures, such as those found between a storm door and a door exposed to direct sunlight.

Abstract: In recent decades within the building industry, there has been a trend toward mass production of building components. The trend has included every part of structures except for the concrete slab the building is built on. The “Threshold Tray and Clip System” uses mass-produced products to be applied to construction of slabs and foundations, allowing sill steps to be built in rough openings with pre-fabricated form parts. The forms remain in the concrete and are permanent. This means that consistent results can be expected. Other mass-produced products, such as door systems, will fit into rough openings more accurately. Over-all quality of the structure will be increased.

Abstract: A door threshold may include upper and lower members for sandwiching carpet and/or carpet padding therebetween. The threshold may, in certain example embodiments, grip the carpet in order to prevent it from being pulled out from between the upper and lower threshold members. Thus, in certain example instances, the need for tacks (or carpet tack strip(s)) proximate the threshold can be reduced and/or eliminated. In certain example embodiments of this invention, the threshold structure may include a locating bracket that is provided proximate the door frame for frame alignment and security purposes, and/or one or more pans located under the threshold for locating and/or securing purposes. Levelers, shims and/or the like may be used in certain example embodiments in order to compensate for non-level flooring proximate the door.

Abstract: A threshold assembly includes a unitary compression molded plastic composite body formed to define an upwardly open threshold cap channel, jamb boots at its ends, and a support substrate outboard of the channel. An extruded aluminum sill plate is snapped into place on the plastic body and a vertically adjustable threshold cap is disposed in the upwardly open channel. Drain channels may be formed in the plastic body to direct water outwardly and away from the threshold assembly. The plastic body forms a stable foundation that will not rot, swell, or rack in the presence of moisture and fabrication of the assembly is greatly simplified as compared to traditional threshold assemblies.

Abstract: An entryway system includes an elongated threshold assembly and a pair of plastic jamb boots attached to the ends of the threshold assembly. The jamb boots have flat level upper faces and a pair of jambs having square-cut bottoms are secured to the jamb boots and extend upwardly from the threshold assembly. A head jamb completes a door frame. The jamb boots may be formed with integral drains that receive water from within the threshold cap channel of the threshold assembly and direct it away from the entryway. The plastic jamb boots prevent rotting and eliminate the need to mill the bottoms of jambs with haunches configured to fit the threshold assembly. Plastic mull post boots also are provided for supporting square-cut bottom mull posts in sidelight or double door entryways.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a skid plate and a method for attaching the skid plate to the bottom surface of a pre-hung door assembly to improve wear and moisture resistance. The skid plate includes a first side having a first shaped portion configured to conform to the bottom end of a first doorjamb arrangement and a second side having a second shaped portion configured to conform to the bottom end of a second doorjamb arrangement. The method for attaching the skid plate to the pre-hung door bottom surface includes applying an adhesive to bond the skid plate to the bottom surface, positioning the skid plate so that the first shaped portion and the second shaped portion align with their respective doorjamb ends, engaging tabs against the frame side surface to the doorjambs, and driving fasteners through the skid plate and tabs.

Abstract: An elevator door sill assembly for use in elevator systems that have sliding doors. The door sill assembly comprises a sill plate, a support sill located below the sill plate having a rail that presents an inboard sliding surface and an outboard sliding surface. The assembly also comprises a first guiding surface that engages that inboard sliding surface and a second guiding surface that engages the outboard sliding surface. The assembly prevents that bottom of the elevator door from swinging while the door slides opened and closed. The sill assembly and guide system may be used with either hoistway doors or elevator car doors.

Abstract: The present invention provides a device for transitioning between a first floor covering and a second floor covering wherein the transition device includes an elongated core and a covering. The elongated core has a top, a bottom, opposing sides and opposing ends. The covering is attached to the elongated core and covers the top and opposing sides of the elongated core. The present invention also provides method for manufacturing the transition device. In addition, the present invention provides a system having an elongated core and a covering as described above. A first floor covering is attached to the floor and abuts one side of the transition device. Similarly, a second floor covering is attached to the floor and abuts the other side of the transition device.

Abstract: A sill assembly for doors and windows that provides a weep system for channeling water away from the sill assembly. The sill assembly includes an elongated frame member formed with a longitudinally extending upwardly open channel that defines a rear wall, a front wall and a floor that extends laterally and slopes downwardly from the rear wall to the front wall, and a sill that extends laterally from the front wall to a forward edge of the frame member. An end plug is securely mounted to one end of the elongated frame member and has a laterally extending drainage ramp disposed at a location flush with and immediately adjacent to the floor of the channel. The ramp leads to a drainage chamber which in turn has an opening closed by a hinged weep door.

Abstract: A removable draft excluder for excluding drafts by sealing a gap between a bottom surface of a door and an underlying floor surface includes a first and a second sleeve, each having a generally elongated configuration for respectively receiving a first and a second blocking member, and a base section extending between the sleeves and maintaining the latter in a generally parallel and spaced apart relationship relative to each other. At least one of the sleeves defines longitudinally opposed sleeve first and second ends. One of the ends of the at least one sleeve is open and foldable about a fold line towards the other end of the at least one sleeve, which is closed, into a folded configuration so as to retain a respective one of the blocking members inside the sleeve between the sleeve ends. A fastening device releasably maintains the sleeve foldable end in the folded configuration.

Abstract: The invention provides an elevator door sill assembly for use in elevator systems that have sliding doors. The door sill assembly comprises a sill plate, a support sill located below the sill plate having a rail that presents an inboard sliding surface and an outboard sliding surface. The assembly also comprises a first guiding surface that engages that inboard sliding surface and a second guiding surface that engages the outboard sliding surface. The assembly prevents that bottom of the elevator door from swinging while the door slides opened and closed. The sill assembly and guide system may be used with either hoistway doors or elevator car doors.

Abstract: An entryway door system comprising a frame and a door slab positioned to move from an open to a closed position on a hinge installed in the frame. At least the hinge side and bottom having weather-strip segments cooperating with a threshold member to provide a weather tight seal.

Abstract: A threshold assembly (111) has a frame (12) that defines an upwardly open channel (16) in which a threshold cap (18) is vertically adjustably disposed. A gap (21) is formed between the threshold cap and the outside wall of the channel and a flexible polymer layer (22), such as a strip of double sided 100 percent closed cell foam tape, is disposed in the gap. The polymer layer seals the gap against water leakage and deforms up to 300 percent of its dimension in any direction to accommodate vertical adjustment of the threshold cap and other relative movement between the cap and the outside wall of the channel while maintaining a high integrity seal.

Abstract: A threshold system includes modular plastic substrate sections of predetermined lengths that are attachable together end-to-end in a number of configurations to form substrates of various total lengths. A threshold assembly of a desired length is assembled by attaching selected substrate sections together to form a support substrate having a length corresponding to the sums of the lengths of the substrate sections, mounting an extruded aluminum sill to the support substrate, and mounting a threshold cap in the upwardly open channel formed by the attached substrate sections and the sill. A nosing strip may be secured along the inside of the finished threshold to cover the intersections between joined substrate sections and to provide an aesthetically pleasing appearance from the inside of a building in which the threshold is installed.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a skid plate and a method for attaching the skid plate to the bottom surface of a pre-hung door assembly to improve wear and moisture resistance. The skid plate includes a first side having a first shaped portion configured to conform to the bottom end of a first doorjamb arrangement and a second side having a second shaped portion configured to conform to the bottom end of a second doorjamb arrangement. The method for attaching the skid plate to the pre-hung door bottom surface includes applying an adhesive to bond the skid plate to the bottom surface, positioning the skid plate so that the first shaped portion and the second shaped portion align with their respective doorjamb ends, engaging tabs against the frame side surface to the doorjambs, and driving fasteners through the skid plate and tabs.

Abstract: The present application generally relates to door frame assemblies and door sill assemblies. One aspect relates to a door sill assembly having an open fluid receiving trough in its sub-sill. Another aspect relates to a door sill assembly having a tread structure that includes a lip for supporting a rectilinearly movable door panel with a groove adjacent the lip for guiding fluid on the tread structure to opposing ends thereof.

Abstract: A width adaptable threshold and sill assembly has an elongated extruded aluminum body profiled to define an upwardly open channel from which a sloped sill extends outwardly to an edge. An edge plate projects further outwardly from beneath the edge of the sill to an extreme outside edge of the assembly. An extender plate is selectively attachable to the edge plate to extend the body in an outside direction to accommodate wider entryways for inswing doors. Alternatively, an extender nose is selectively attachable to the inside edge of the body to extend the body in an inside direction to accommodate wider entryways for outswing doors.

Abstract: A threshold assembly for a garage door for preventing moisture and air drafts from entering the garage under the garage door. The threshold assembly for a garage door includes at least one elongate base member being made of pressure treated wood; and also includes an elongate channel member being securely fastened about the at least one elongate base member; and further includes two height-adjustable mounting bracket securely attached to the ends of the at least one elongate base member and the elongate channel member and being height-adjustably mounted to the garage door track with the elongate channel member being disposed in vertical alignment with the garage door.

Abstract: A continuous handicap threshold assembly for an entryway has an elongated extruded aluminum body with a threshold portion for extending continuously beneath a closed door and at least one fixed panel such as a sidelight or patio door. An exterior sill extends outwardly and slopes downwardly from said threshold portion and an interior sill extends inwardly from said threshold portion. The threshold portion projects a small distance upwardly from the sills to define exterior and interior dams to prevent water leakage. To accommodate the fixed panel, a plastic sidelight cap is adapted to be selectively positioned along the length of the body covering a section of the threshold portion to underlie and support the fixed panel of the entryway.

Abstract: A threshold assembly comprising a sill and a pair of lateral brackets which are upwardly extending and oppositely facing. Each lateral bracket is attached at the lower, outside part of each jamb of a door frame.

Abstract: A threshold protector to be used during the construction of a house or building is an apparatus made of durable material covering the threshold, contacting the back and front of the threshold and removably attached to the threshold.

Abstract: A moisture barrier assembly for the end grain at the lower end of a wood casing such as door jambs, molding for exterior building sidings and window frames is disclosed. The barrier includes a moisture impervious plate such as plastic attached to and covering the entire lower surface of the casing. As an additional protective measure, a layer of a wood end grain sealant such as paraffin or other olefin wax is applied to the lower surface of the casing prior to attachment of the plate to the casing. The plate may also include one or more grooves or flutes across an upper surface portion thereof to permit air circulation between the plate and casing for drying the casing end grain in the event moisture seeps into the end grain through cracks or disruptions in the sealant layer from around the upper edges of the plate.

Abstract: A threshold assembly adapted to be mounted at the threshold of a conventional barrier free shower in order to reduce the amount of water from the shower contacting the floor of the bathroom. The threshold assembly includes cooperating catch and cap members extending longitudinally across the threshold of the shower. A locking device extends between the catch and cap members for facilitating retention of the cap member on the catch member.

Abstract: A moisture barrier assembly for the end grain at the lower end of a wood casing such as door jambs, molding for exterior building sidings and window frames is disclosed. The barrier includes a moisture impervious plate such as plastic attached to and covering the entire lower surface of the casing. As an additional protective measure, a layer of a wood end grain sealant such as paraffin or other olefin wax is applied to the lower surface of the casing prior to attachment of the plate to the casing. The plate may also include one or more grooves or flutes across an upper surface portion thereof to permit air circulation between the plate and casing for drying the casing end grain in the event moisture seeps into the end grain through cracks or disruptions in the sealant layer from around the upper edges of the plate.

Abstract: A floor covering assembly and method for use in an interior compartment of an automotive vehicle includes a floor covering having a sill trim attached thereto. The floor covering assembly is prefabricated, thus it forms a unitary, modular assembly which may be easily installed in the interior of the vehicle in a timely and efficient manner. The floor covering assembly includes a sill trim having a U-shaped channel which accepts a leading edge of the floor covering. The floor covering is then wrapped around at least one surface of the sill trim and secured thereto by a suitable adhesive. A staple or other fastening mechanism may also be used to further secure the floor covering to the sill trim.

Abstract: A sliding window structure has a window frame comprising an upper frame member, a lower frame member and bilateral side vertical frame members which are assembled in substantially rectangular shape, and an indoor side sash and an outdoor side sash fitted to the window frame. The lower frame member comprises an indoor side portion to which the indoor side sash is mounted and the outdoor side portion to which the outdoor side sash is mounted and has a step-like configuration in which the indoor side portion has a height higher than a height of the outdoor side portion. An attachment is mounted to the outdoor side portion of the lower frame member so as to cover the outdoor side portion. An upper end of the attachment is substantially at the same height level as an upper end of the indoor side portion of the lower frame member.

Abstract: A modular threshold system that includes multiple components that are joined together to form various threshold configurations. Each component includes an irregularly shaped channel adapted to receive a conforming projection on a second component. The channel and the projections are shaped so as to allow the components to be installed serially, while providing a secure joint between the components.

Abstract: A joint-masking device (10) for joints in wall or floor coverings consists of a base profile (12) with a proud ball head (22) and a masking profile strip (14) with a socket pointing downwards which is formed from two coaxial walls (34, 36) curved into a circular cylinder. The walls (34, 36) extend around the ball head (22) by more than 180.degree., so that the two strips (12, 14) can lockingly engage. The masking profile strip (14) can be pivoted to a limited degree, so that inclined positions are possible.

Abstract: An extruded aluminum sill member is supported by and attached to a wood base member which also supports a longitudinally extending inner wood trim member. The sill, base and trim members define a longitudinally extending cavity which receives a vertically adjustable rail member. The rail member has longitudinally spaced captive screws which are threaded into inverted T-nuts confined within laterally extending slots formed within the wood base member, and the trim member covers the slots. The sill member also extends under a jamb or mullion and a fixed side panel, and a snap-in extruded plastic cap covers the cavity under the panel and has an upwardly projecting and inwardly curved flange with a flexible lip for engaging the outer surface of the panel to form a water-tight seal.

Abstract: A door sill garnish trim piece for concealing and protecting a vehicle door or hatch opening flange is described that has a cross-section featuring a seating member opposite a pair of curved projects. As the door sill garnish trim piece is snapped onto the flange, the curved projection deflect around and provide clearance for a line of rivet heads on the flange allowing it to seat snugly within the door sill garnish trim. A closed cell structure attached to the seating member provides support for the occupant as he or she enters or exits the vehicle. A narrow U-shaped channel looping behind the seating member establishes a rigid surface for a vehicle door seal. A piece of carpeting is affixed to the outside and tucked into the U-shaped channel. Prior to installation, the door sill garnish trim piece is trimmed to a predetermined length.

Abstract: A continuous sidelight threshold and door sill assembly for use with entryways having at least one fixed sidelight panel and a hinged door panel comprises an extruded aluminum frame having an elongated channel and a sloped sill. A vertically adjustable threshold cap is shorter than the channel is configured to fit in and be selectively positioned at a predetermined location along the channel. A separate panel cap is also configured to fit in the channel and be selectively positioned therealong. The assembly is universally adaptable to be used either with left handed, right handed, or double sided sidelight door entryways simply by positioning the threshold cap and the panel cap at respective appropriate locations along the channel. A removable paint shield is provided to protect the threshold and sill assembly from paint and damage during construction of a building in which the assembly is installed.

Abstract: A continuous sidelight threshold and door sill assembly for use with entryways having at least one fixed sidelight panel and a hinged door panel comprises an extruded aluminum frame having an elongated channel and a sloped sill. A vertically adjustable threshold cap is shorter than the channel is configured to fit in and be selectively positioned at a predetermined location along the channel. A separate panel cap is also configured to fit in the channel and be selectively positioned therealong. The assembly is universally adaptable to be used either with left handed, right handed, or double sided sidelight door entryways simply by positioning the threshold cap and the panel cap at respective appropriate locations along the channel. A removable paint shield is provided to protect the threshold cap from paint during construction of a building in which the assembly is installed.

Abstract: A threshold assembly may be installed without requiring wet cement and after a door frame and adjoining wall structure are completed by first securing an inner bushing and securing plate to the ground at the threshold location and securing an elongate threshold base to plate and bushing by engaging outwardly extending flanges of the plate with hooks provided on the inner walls of the base. A cover plate may be secured on the top surface of the base by engaging inwardly extending flanges of the cover plate within corresponding longitudinally extending grooves on the base.

Abstract: An extruded aluminum sill member is supported by and attached to a wood base member which also supports a longitudinally extending inner wood trim member. The sill, base and trim members define a longitudinally extending cavity which receives a vertically adjustable rail member. The rail member has longitudinally spaced captive screws which are threaded into inverted T-nuts confined within laterally extending slots formed within the wood base member, and the trim member covers the slots. The sill member also extends under a jamb or mullion and a fixed side panel, and a snap-in extruded plastic cap covers the cavity under the panel and has an upwardly projecting and inwardly curved flange with a flexible lip for engaging the outer surface of the panel to form a water-tight seal.

Abstract: An extruded aluminum sill member is supported by and attached to a wood base member which also supports a longitudinally extending inner wood trim member. The sill, base and trim members define a longitudinally extending cavity which receives a vertically adjustable rail member. The rail member has longitudinally spaced captive screws which are threaded into inverted T-nuts confined within laterally extending slots formed within the wood base member, and the trim member covers the slots. The sill member also extends under a jamb or mullion and a fixed side panel, and a snap-in extruded plastic cap covers the cavity under the panel and has an upwardly projecting and inwardly curved flange with a flexible lip for engaging the outer surface of the panel to form a water-tight seal.

Abstract: A new and improved walkable secure patio door threshold with a lower extrusion having a lower surface and a vertical extension. The lower surface has a plurality of apertures vertically therethrough. The vertical extension is integral with the lower surface of the lower extrusion. An upper extrusion has a plurality of guide grooves and a plurality of break grooves. Each of the guide grooves function to receive a sliding door. Each of the break grooves function to allow adjustment to accommodate a various number of sliding doors. A convoluted end portion is formed adjacent the sliding groove. A plurality of countersunk apertures are formed within the plurality of guide grooves. The countersunk apertures are aligned with the plurality of apertures formed in the lower surface of the lower extrusion for securement thereon.

Abstract: A continuous sidelight threshold and door sill assembly for use with entryways having at least one fixed sidelight panel and a hinged door panel comprises an extruded aluminum frame having an elongated channel and a sloped sill. A vertically adjustable threshold cap is shorter than the channel is configured to fit in and be selectively positioned at a predetermined location along the channel. A separate panel cap is also configured to fit in the channel and be selectively positioned therealong. The assembly is universally adaptable to be used either with left handed, right handed, or double sided sidelight door entryways simply by positioning the threshold cap and the panel cap at respective appropriate locations along the channel. Also, the threshold and sidelight caps preferably are formed from extruded plastic material and can be easily cut and fitted to virtually any entryway configuration.

Abstract: A reversible threshold is provided for positioning beneath a door mounted in a door frame. The threshold includes a base and a riser which is removably connected to the base and provides a sealing surface for the bottom edge of the door. The riser has a sloped upper surface to carry water away from the door. The base can be placed in one orientation for an in-swing door mounting and another position for an out-swing door mounting. The riser is also reversible so that it can be placed with the top surface sloping away from the door when the base is in either orientation.

Abstract: A locking threshold has a hinged locking member receivable within a chamber within the threshold. The locking member is pulled from the threshold, and a locking flange is pivoted to a right angle from the threshold, and the floor. The locking member is then urged in, and moved sideways to lock the locking member with respect to the threshold. Screws extending through the threshold pass through the locking member, and slots in the locking member allow limited sliding movement of the locking member, and locking of the locking member.

Abstract: A locking door threshold having an elongated vertical slot within the upper surface, an elongated striker bar received in the slot, the striker bar being vertically slidable within the slot between a lower position and an upper position in which the striker bar intercepts a door pivoted over the threshold, and a slide bar positioned within the slot and below the striker bar, the slide bar being horizontally slidable between a first and second position, the surfaces of the slide bar and the locking bar interrelating so that when the slide bar is in one position the locking bar is elevated to prevent opening of the door and when in the second position the locking bar is vertically lowered in the threshold slot to permit the door to be opened. A locking lever extending from the threshold and connected to the slide bar is used to control the position of the slide bar.

Abstract: An improved bottom offset door pivot is disclosed which comprises an elongated threshold and a door pivot body. The threshold has a keyway formed therein in a direction generally parallel to the axis of elongation of the threshold. The door pivot body has a pivot spindle projecting upwardly therefrom for pivotably mounting a lower portion of a door to the pivot body. The pivot body further has a hook formed thereon configured to mechanically hook into the keyway in the threshold. A flange formed on the lower surface of the pivot body engages a groove formed in the upper surface of the threshold. The flange is disposed relative to the pivot spindle such that when the flange engages the keyway, the pivot spindle is properly offset with respect to the threshold. In the disclosed embodiment, when the lateral edge of the pivot body abuts the vertical door jamb, the pivot spindle is properly offset with respect to the doorjamb.

Abstract: Threshold system for a domestic door of the type comprising a pivotable panel, the threshold system including a stationary sill adn a weather-strip carrier mounted on the lower edge of the pivotable panel. When the pivotable panel is in the closed position, the sill and the weather-strip carrier are generally parallel and slightly spaced from one another along a vertical axis. The space between these elements is closed by two weather-strips mounted to the weather-strip carrier and extending on either side of a water-catch pan formed on the sill element. The water-catch pan collects water droplets passing through the outer weather-strip.

Abstract: A water stop for a window having improved resistance to the ingress of water due to rain or other precipitation regardless of the opening arrangement of the window. The stop consists of a low vertical wall member which extends parallel to and behind the outer sliding window pane or panes and which rises vertically from the sill to form a water barrier to stop any water migration across the sill.

Abstract: A threshold poison bait station having an opening or openings in a threshold frame that are narrow in width and short in length. "V" shaped directing guides are connected to the openings thereby preventing direct, straight line access from interior openings to exterior openings and also thereby creating an enclosed insect access channel which directs insects along the channel to an interior poison bait receiving station. By extending one of the "V" shaped directing guides in length, a deep, dark, interior poison bait receiving station, which is very attractive to insects, is provided. While the device may be "armed" with the poison bait of the user's choice, little fear of contact with the poison bait by children or pets arises because the openings are so small yet so attractive to insects. In another form, a permanent division is placed dividing the threshold poison bait station in two and preventing access from the interior to the exterior, or vice versa, by insects.

Abstract: A window guard assembly comprising a frame extending around three sides of a window opening and a shutter element received in the frame. The frame comprises channel sections and includes two vertical elements with a horizontal element fixed to the lower ends thereof; and with the channel sections facing one another to receive the shutter. One vertical element includes an upper section which is hinged to open its channel. The shutter comprises a lower section which slides vertically into the lower fixed frame and an upper section which slides horizontally into the upper frame when the hinged sections is opened. The shutter sections are horizontally corrugated and one section is provided with staggered leaves along its meeting edge into which the opposed edge of the other shutter section seats when installed.