Abstract: The window frame is entirely made of plastic and has a glazing frame to be mounted in an opening of a door and a panel frame for fitting on the glazing frame from an opposite side of the door. The frames are made of extruded plastic elements and sandwich a window frame therebetween. The elements of the glazing frame have a lip for receiving the elements of the panel frame in slide friction-fit manner. A dual durometer bead is disposed between the interfitted elements for sealing purposes. Glazing beads are also mounted in an extruded element of the glazing frame to hold a window unit in place.

Abstract: Metal cladding as jamb cover assemblies and mullion cover assemblies, for door frames and mullions, using extrusions as cladding over substrates. A jamb cover assembly includes a jamb plate, a nosing, and a nailing fin. The nailing fin extends from a distal side of the assembly. Accordingly, the frame can be secured in a rough opening of a building with the nosing assembled to the jamb plate, and using the nailing fin for the securement, without any assembly or disassembly of the frame at the construction site. Regarding the mullion cover assembly, first and second jamb plates are on opposing sides of a mullion substrate. A mullion nosing is assembled to the jamb plates, and bridges the jamb plates to join together the two jamb plates and the nosing, to provide complete overlayment of the outer surface of the mullion substrate and to space the front panel of the nosing from the outer surface of the substrate.

Abstract: Injection molded casement window frames completely ready for assembly into windows with the frames for swinging sash windows formed for mounting of all necessary hardware. Also hardware which mates with such frames and casement window assembled with such frames and hardware.

Abstract: The present embodiments provide methods and apparatuses for use in reinforcing access door apertures and other apertures formed in fairings. Some embodiments provide an apparatus that includes a door aperture formed in a facesheet and a first load deflector having a length, wherein the first load deflector is curved along at least a portion of its length. The first load deflector is secured with the facesheet proximate the aperture such that the first load deflector deflects a load. In some embodiments the first curved load deflector comprises a majority of layers having orientations along the load to be deflected. The apparatus can further include a patch bonded with the facesheet proximate the aperture such that the patch surrounds the door aperture.

Abstract: A door and frame for electronic component cabinets features a peripheral vent with a baffle that substantially encompasses the entire 360-degree periphery of the door. This vent and baffle combination provides ventilation for the purposes of the electrical equipment when the door and frame are mounted to an electronic component cabinet. It also helps to avoid dust invasion and helps to eliminate dangers that can arise due to the insertion of objects into the cabinet by small children. In addition, it is invisible from the front of the component cabinet and is sleekly attractive from the front and side.

Abstract: The invention discloses a universal window/door frame comprised of a group of components that can be used singularly or in combination to form a plurality of window/door types. The components forming the various window and door types are a frame, sash and T-bar of standard thickness that forms the frame and glass holding elements of the window or door. The hardware defining the window type uses one or more of a plurality of concealed channels contained within the frame. When necessary, access to and use of the channels is obtained by removing material forming the interior wall of the frame providing access to the concealed channel or channels that will be used to define the windows functional components, such as having a screen or a sliding member. Some types, i.e. jalousie and direct set picture windows, do not require the use of the concealed channels. The use of the T-bar provides for the inclusion of various window types having the potential for common glass lines on the vertical and horizontal.

Abstract: A door includes a U-shaped frame having opposing side channels. The channels include peripheral, inner and outer walls with the inner wall being of a larger size and configuration than the outer wall. A glass insert slightly smaller than the size of the inner wall is inserted therethrough and is guided to a centered position seated upon the outer wall. An open frame insert is slid into the two side channels, and a plurality of opposing pairs of walls deflect the open frame insert into bearing engagement with the glass insert. A peripheral edge of the open frame insert defines a peripheral channel with a terminal edge of the door frame inner wall for receipt therein of a peripheral securing boss of an elastomeric peripheral seal.

Abstract: A door includes a U-shaped frame having opposing side channels. The channels include peripheral, inner and outer walls with the inner wall being of a larger size and configuration than the outer wall. A glass insert slightly smaller than the size of the inner wall is inserted therethrough and is guided to a centered position seated upon the outer wall. An open frame insert is slid into the two side channels, and a plurality of opposing pairs of walls deflect the open frame insert into bearing engagement with the glass insert. A peripheral edge of the open frame insert defines a peripheral channel with a terminal edge of the door frame inner wall for receipt therein of a peripheral securing boss of an elastomeric peripheral seal.

Abstract: At a truck loading dock, a flexible draft shield helps seal a lower inner corner of a dock shelter. Instead of a foam core, the draft shield includes a resiliently flexible frame that supports a pliable cover. In some embodiments, the frame includes a spring steel loop that is able to flex upon being squeezed between two members of the dock shelter. In some cases, the draft shield is hollow and open at the bottom.

Abstract: In order to provide a durable loading dock shelter with an effective seal, the dock shelter is provided with a face panel that is relatively lightweight and firm, yet moveable for sealing against vehicles of various size and position. The face panel can be used as a side curtain or a head curtain. To provide the face panel with durability while minimizing its weight, the face panel is thermoformed of twin sheets of plastic to provide a durable outer shell with a hollow interior. In some embodiments, the face panel is moveable by virtue of an integral living hinge that connects the face panel to a generally stationary support panel.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for mounting one or more glazing panes or insulating glass units into a window sash frame member having spaced side walls joined by an inner facing frame surface with a spacing structure disposed on the frame surface. Glazing panes are placed against strips of adhesive sealant within the window sash frame. Folding glazing beads hingedly attached to the side or inner walls of the frame member are folded against the glazing panes to secure them to the window sash frame member and/or to cover the glazing pane edges.

Abstract: A window frame including a pair of frame halves having integral fasteners for interconnecting the frame halves. The fasteners include mating barbed connectors that interfit with one another to permanently intersecure the frame halves. The fasteners further include integral cooperating alignment pins and receivers for aligning the fasteners and hence the frame halves. The alignment pins and receivers are laterally offset from the fasteners.

Abstract: A hollow plastic section, includes a frame section defining a longitudinal axis and having an interior subdivided in several inner chambers by a plurality of partition walls extending in a direction of the longitudinal axis, Received in the interior is a plurality of stiffening elements arranged separate from one another, without interconnection, for realizing a reinforcement of the frame section. The stiffening elements may be made of metal or may be configured as bands or strips of fiber-reinforced plastic.

Abstract: A fenestration brickmould having an integral J-channel formed therein, along with a fastening and flashing flange extending therefrom, such that the brickmould may be attached to the perimeter of the fenestration assembly and may become an integral part thereof. Accordingly, the fenestration assembly, in combination with the brickmould of the present invention, preferably are attached to the frame of the building as a single unit. The J-channel is formed between the flange and the decoratively molded portion for receiving a variety of sidings, including, but not limited to, vinyl, cementious siding, and wood. The present invention eliminates the need for separate J-channel attachments when utilizing vinyl siding.

Abstract: A connection structure for side bracket of door/window Venetian blind comprises a pair of Venetian door/window units, two decoration connection boards, an upper and a lower frames mounted onto the top and bottom edges of both Venetian door/window units respectively, and a stop plate fixed to the middle of a preset frame for location of both door/window units thereof in closing manner. Each Venetian door/window unit has a plurality of pivot couplers equidistantly disposed at one side thereof to be pivotally registered with coupling holes disposed at a stepwise pivot face of each decoration connection board. The other side of each decoration connection board has a front decoration face with various kinds of patterns disposed thereon, and a rear adjustment section via which the door/window Venetian blind thereof can be adjusted to preset frames of a wide range.

Abstract: A hollow metal door having a foam retained tapping structure includes a hollow metal door, at least one tapping structure, and a quantity of foam injected into the hollow metal door. The hollow metal door includes a pan member and a lid member which is attached to the pan member to form the hollow metal door. The tapping structure preferably includes a fastening tube and an attachment pedestal extending from the fastening tube. A bottom of the pedestal is attached to an inside perimeter wall of the pan member adjacent where a door component is to be attached. The tapping structure is preferably attached to the inside perimeter wall of the pan member with double sided tape, but other fastening methods may also be used.

Abstract: A portlight assembly for installation in an opening in a wall of a vessel includes an outer frame having a flange and a cylindrical wall portion extending from the flange, with the flange overlying a portion of the outer surface of the vessel wall surrounding the opening and the cylindrical wall portion extending through the opening, a window mounted to the outer frame. It further includes an inner securing ring threadedly received onto a threaded section of the cylindrical wall portion and overlying a portion of the inner surface of the vessel wall. The outer frame includes an initial attachment structure for holding the outer frame in place within the vessel wall opening until the inner securing ring is threaded onto the cylindrical wall portion.

Abstract: A double or single hung window assembly includes a rectangular main frame formed by a pair of vertical jamb members rigidly connected by a horizontal sill member and a horizontal head member, and each of the members comprises an extrusion of rigid plastics material. The frame members have outer walls for the rough window opening and laterally spaced inner sloping walls, and the inner and outer walls mate at mitered welded corner joints. The jamb members also have inner channel walls for receiving sliding hardware for at least one sash frame formed of extrusions of rigid plastics material. The inner sloping wall of the sill member has an upwardly projecting integral rib which cooperates with a downwardly projecting stop member or rib on the bottom of the sash frame to limit deflection of the sash frame under high negative windloads.

Abstract: A door wire routing system for efficiently routing wiring from a door jam to a swinging door in a concealed and protective manner. The door wire routing system includes a flexible tubular member that receives and protects a wire, and a pair of guide members that slidably receive the tubular member. One of the guide members is installed within an opening within a doorjamb and the other guide member is installed within an opening within an inner edge of a door member. The wire is extended through the tubular member for providing electrical power and data communications to the door member. When the door member is opened or closed, the tubular member slides within the guide members while protecting the wire from damage or sabotage.

Abstract: A service door assembly for a recreational vehicle including a sidewall defining an opening, the sidewall including an inner panel, an outer panel and a cavity therebetween filled with an insulation material. The service door assembly includes a door frame and a door. The door frame is adapted to be disposed in the opening. The door frame includes a plurality of integrally formed mounting tabs interconnected to a remainder of the frame through a living hinge. Each mounting tab is articulable between a first position and a second position such that in the second position a portion of the locking tab extends into the cavity of the sidewall. The door is mounted to the door frame. The door includes an inner member and an outer member connected with a securing arrangement integrally formed therewith. The securing arrangement includes an opening defined by the outer member of a pair of walls of the outer member and a mounting member integrally formed with the inner member.

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: A frame assembly for making a gate or door comprising an upper horizontal member, a lower horizontal member, a first vertical member and a second vertical member, one or more support members provided along the length of each of the upper and lower horizontal members, first connection means to connect an upper end of the first vertical to one end of support member provided along the length of the upper horizontal member, second connection means to connect lower end of the first vertical to one end of support member provided along the length of the lower horizontal member, third connection means to connect an upper end of the second vertical to a second end of support member provided along the length of the upper horizontal member and fourth connection means to connect a lower end of the second vertical to a second end of support member provided along the length of the lower horizontal member.

Abstract: In a method for producing a window section (1), especially a sash section (2) or frame section (3), for timber/aluminum windows, for timber/plastic windows and for wooden windows, the window section (1) is to be profiled as an elongate timber section with glass rebate, gear channels, grooves, etc.

Abstract: A door lock system for use in commercial restroom establishments. The door lock system is installed on a doorjamb having a swing door. The door lock system primarily comprises a latch assembly, a faceplate assembly, and a stop-plate assembly. The latch assembly comprises a support bracket having a channel, which is mounted on the interior face of the doorjamb. A slide bolt slides within the channel by a handle and through the faceplate assembly, when operated by a user. To lock the swing door, it is closed against the stop-plate assembly, which is mounted onto the exterior face of the doorjamb, and the slide bolt is positioned snugly over the interior face of the swing door, thus locking the swing door in place.

Abstract: A doorframe includes a header having a header jamb and a pair of header casings. The header has first and second ends. The doorframe further includes a pair of legs, each having a leg jamb and a pair of leg casings. Each leg jamb has means for connection with the respective end of the header, at least two recessed hinge placements on a first side of the leg jamb and at least two recessed hinge placements on a second side of the first leg jamb. Each of the recessed hinge placements are suitable for receiving a first side of a hinge. A pair of precut striker plate placements and striker holes are provided on one of the leg jambs for receiving a striker of a door when the doorframe is assembled and a door is attached to the recessed hinge placements on the other leg jamb.

Abstract: The door reinforcement assembly includes a reinforcement plate secured to the interior surface of one of the door jambs in an overlying relationship with a projection of the door hardware. A portion of the reinforcement plate is visible when it has been secured to the door jamb, and a decorative cover is retained on the plate to conceal the visible portion thereof. The decorative cover and reinforcement plate are preferably configured so that the cover is retained without the use of fasteners (e.g., the cover snaps onto the reinforcement plate). The door hardware associated with the reinforcement plate may comprise a strike plate or an inventive high security door hinge. The high security door hinge includes a door plate fastened to the door, a jamb plate fastened to the corresponding jamb and pivotally interconnected with the door plate, and a reinforcement projection projecting transversely from each of the plates to engage and extend along the interior surface of the door or jamb.

Abstract: A double hung window assembly includes a rectangular frame formed by a pair of vertical jamb members connected by a horizontal sill member and a horizontal head member. Each of the members comprises a one-piece extrusion of rigid plastics material, and the members are rigidly connected with upper and lower welded mitered corner joints. The jamb and sill members have outer walls for the rough window opening and laterally spaced inner sloping walls which mate at the bottom corner joints. The jamb members also have inner channel walls spaced laterally inwardly of the corresponding sloping walls to define channels for receiving hardware for upper and lower sash frames each including extrusions of rigid plastics material.

Abstract: A door assembly allows one to easily and freely change a hinged side and an opening direction of a door when or after a resident moves into a house. Detachable inner frames having doorstop portions, flat portions, and locking nails are mounted to locking grooves in left and right vertical outer frames around spacers and a door main body is mounted to a heelpost side flat portion through hinges. By dividing a doorframe into the vertical outer frames and the inner frames, in order to change a hinged side of the door, the inner frames are pulled out from the vertical outer frames and inserted into the locking grooves in the vertical outer frames after changing orientation of the inner frames according to the hinged side or exchanging the inner frames for the inner frames suitable for the hinged side and the opening direction to thereby easily change the hinged side of the door main body.

Abstract: The invention relates to a holding device for holding glass closures (20) formed by individual glass profile elements, especially U-shaped glass profile elements (21, 21′), or other long glass elements, especially insulating glass elements. In order to prevent water condensation inside the glass closure (20), the holding device comprises at least one holding rail (2; 32, 36, 37; 34, 64, 65; 34, 64′, 76; 79; 80) for holding or mounting and for laterally guiding and supporting the individual long glass elements or glass profile elements (21, 21′) or the glass closure (20).

Abstract: A reinforcing system for strengthening a door frame having two parallel vertical doorjambs separated from one another by a top horizontal doorjamb. The reinforcing system comprises two elongated channel-shaped 90° corner members positioned in the upper opposite corners of the door frame. Each corner member comprises one elongated flat panel with two substantially parallel sides extending along and outward from the opposite edges of the flat panel. The flat panel has a width and the parallel sides extend in a direction permitting each of the parallel sides to be positioned adjacent one of the opposing sides of a doorjamb when the flat panel is positioned adjacent the exterior side of the doorjamb. The reinforcing system further comprises at least one elongated straight channel-shaped member otherwise similarly formed positioned on the doorjamb opposite where the door hinges will be attached.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a fire door having a core, stiles, and rails formed of resin bonded exfoliated vermiculite, wherein the core has a density which exceeds that of the stiles and rails. The invention is also directed to such a fire door additionally having an intumescent material placed on some or all of the exposed edges of the stiles and rails.

Abstract: A roof window assembly is composed of a window component, a main frame component and, optionally, an integrated flashing component. The window component may be used independently and without modifications for a roof window installation employing a curb-frame. The window component features a novel design with an glazing element fitted in a profiled sheet metal frame, which can be made from a single continuous sheet metal profile bent into a polygonal frame shape with corner junctions. In both fixed and ventilating versions of the roof window assembly identical connecting members into open mutual engagement at the top side of the window and main frame components provides for easy mounting and dismounting of the window component with respect to the main frame component.

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 surfaces 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 are 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. Stops are provided in one embodiment at the bottoms of the weather strip kurfs to position the bottom ends of weather strips above the sill of the threshold to prevent weather strip wicking and consequent leakage in wind-blown rains.

Abstract: A brickmold assembly for application to a building defining an opening, the brickmold assembly comprising a brickmold comprising an interior face and an exterior face, cladding comprising an inner face provided over and in contact with at least a portion of the exterior face of the brickmold, and a channel integrally molded with the cladding.

Abstract: The present invention provides a stud component of a cleanroom wall system that, in addition to supporting wall panels also supports a door, thereby doing away with the need for a separate, standard doorframe. Thus, the universal nature of the wall and door stud components substantially reduces the material and labor cost associated with acquiring and constructing doorframes in a cleanroom wall system.

Abstract: A reinforced door jamb is provided. The reinforced door jamb comprises a security plate that is interconnected with hardware (latch plate, lock plate, and hinges) on the front face of the door jamb for securing the door. The interconnected security plate provides greater shear strength and enhances security of the door when an attempt is made to force the door. In an exemplary embodiment, the security plate comprises a lip extending into a groove formed in the back face of the door jamb.

Abstract: A backlight unit for a liquid crystal display is disclosed. The unit includes a light guide plate, a reflector, a light source and a frame. The light guide plate further includes a protrusion located on the side surface of the light guide plate, and the frame further includes a first groove, a second groove and a fixing portion. The first groove is connected with the fixing portion, and the second groove is also connected with the fixing portion. The light guide plate is combined with the frame by gliding and inserting the protrusions into the fixing portion through the first and second grooves.

Abstract: Perimeter frame rails and door frames rails are described for a more thermally efficient and cost-effective display case such as for refrigerated display cases. The frames are preferably formed from cold rolled steel. A perimeter frame may include first, second and third walls defining an opening or a recess that can be closed by a contact plate. A door for a refrigerated display case may include a glass unit and a forward portion extending inwardly from a perimeter frame edge portion toward an edge of the forward glass pane and a first side portion extends rearwardly to a groove. An insulating member insulates the door rail from the cold area and includes a portion engaging the groove. A glass door is also provided for a refrigerated display case having a first glass panel, a second glass panel, and low emissivity coatings on the inside surfaces of the first and second glass panels. One or more intermediate glass panels can also be included.

Abstract: Perimeter frame rails and door frames rails are described for a more thermally efficient and cost-effective display case such as for refrigerated display cases. The frames are preferably formed from cold rolled steel. A perimeter frame may include first, second and third walls defining an opening or a recess that can be closed by a contact plate. A door for a refrigerated display case may include a glass unit and a forward portion extending inwardly from a perimeter frame edge portion toward an edge of the forward glass pane and a first side portion extends rearwardly to a groove. An insulating member insulates the door rail from the cold area and includes a portion engaging the groove. A glass door is also provided for a refrigerated display case having a first glass panel, a second glass panel, and low emissivity coatings on the inside surfaces of the first and second glass panels. One or more intermediate glass panels can also be included.

Abstract: A door frame and gusset system for adjustably attaching a strike plate to a door frame. The door frame includes an emboss indentation having slots and tabs. The tabs engage and align a gusset mounted on the back side of the door frame opposite the strike plate. The gusset has threaded holes for engaging screws which attach the strike plate to the gusset through the slots in the emboss indentation. The gusset also has slots which engage the tabs to allow the gusset to move horizontally with respect to the frame and prevent vertical movement of the gusset with respect to the frame. The slots in the emboss indentation allow relative movement of the gusset and strike plate with respect to the door frame to adjust the position of the strike plate. A separate dust box may also be incorporated between the gusset and the door frame. In addition, integral gusset and dust box assembly may be used in connection with the door frame and gusset system.

Abstract: A jamb assembly for a door and/or window opening in a wall, wherein a jamb member and a fascia member are mechanically connected, by various expedients that do not involve making a screw of nail hole in the fascia member. Such expedients include protrusion-and-groove connection and adhesive attachment.

Abstract: A frame for an electromechanical prison door lock. The frame includes multiple arrays of indicia that indicate which apertures match the locations of mounting holes in at least two locks each having a different mounting configuration. A cutout formed in a face and side member of the frame form a pocket in which one of the locks is mounted. A lock cover plate is removably mounted to the frame to cover the cutout in the face and includes an opening for a lock cylinder. A latch cover plate is carried by the lock cover plate and is positioned to cover the cutout in the side member. Cutouts are provided in the latch cover plate for a lock latch bolt and a latching roller. The frame may be installed in an opening in a cell or passage wall prior to selection of the lock type.

Abstract: A door includes a U-shaped frame having opposing side channels. The channels include peripheral, inner and outer walls with the inner wall being of a larger size and configuration than the outer wall. A glass insert slightly smaller than the size of the inner wall is inserted therethrough and is guided to a centered position seated upon the outer wall. An open frame insert is slid into the two side channels, and a plurality of opposing pairs of walls deflect the open frame insert into bearing engagement with the glass insert. A peripheral edge of the open frame insert defines a peripheral channel with a terminal edge of the door frame inner wall for receipt therein of a peripheral securing boss of an elastomeric peripheral seal.

Abstract: A frame mount is provided for an electromechanical prison door lock. The frame includes multiple arrays of mounting apertures which allow fasteners to be extended through selected apertures which match the locations of mounting holes in the lock. A cutout formed in a face and side member of the frame form a pocket in which the lock is mounted. A lock cover plate is removably mounted to the frame to cover the cutout in the face and includes an opening for the lock cylinder. A latch cover plate is carried by the lock cover plate and is positioned to cover the cutout in the side member. Cutouts are provided in the latch cover plate for the lock latch bolt and latching roller. The frame may be installed in an opening in a cell or passage wall prior to selection of the lock type, thereby reducing construction delays that may be experienced with conventional frames that are fabricated only after the lock type has been selected.

Abstract: A window frame including a pair of identical frame halves that can be interconnected without fasteners. Two different connector systems are integrally formed with the frame halves, and the frame halves have two possible orientations with respect to one another—a ship orientation and an install orientation. The first connector system releasably interconnects the frame halves in either orientation. The second connector system essentially permanently interconnects the frame halves only in the install orientation—not in the ship orientation.

Abstract: The window frame is entirely made of plastic and has a glazing frame to be mounted in an opening of a door and a panel frame for fitting on the glazing frame from an opposite side of the door. The frames are made of extruded plastic elements and sandwich a window frame therebetween. The elements of the glazing frame have a lip for receiving the elements of the panel frame in slide friction-fit manner. A dual durometer bead is disposed between the interfitted elements for sealing purposes. Glazing beads are also mounted in an extruded element of the glazing frame to hold a window unit in place.

Abstract: An adjustable door frame assembly. The door frame assembly is to be adapted to fit door openings of different sizes. The door frame assembly utilizes co-extrusion technic for the components, including PVC foamed plastics frames, a corner connecting metal piece, a U-shape reinforced metal piece and co-extruded soft strips. The corner connecting metal piece fixes two adjacent frames such as the left and the top to form a “ ” type frame, and then to be joined with the bottom threshold to complete this door frame assembly. The door frame assembly is height or width adjustable by cutting off parts of the side frames to change the dimensions of the door to fit the door openings for different sizes of various buildings.

Abstract: A door for a RF shielded and acoustically insulated room. The door includes a door panel and door frame adapted to electrically and pivotally contact the door panel. The door panel includes a noise absorbing material and a noise insulating gap disposed between outer sections of the door panel. The door frame includes a noise absorbing material and a perforated region adjacent to the noise absorbing material. The perforated region includes a number of apertures spaced apart at varying distances along the door frame.

Abstract: A window shutter frame defining a recess in which various selected decorative strips may be inserted. The shutter frame also carries a flexible flap so the frame may be pre-manufactured and installed in window recess or other installation location which are not dimensionally accurate without the necessity of cutting and trimming. Preferably the frame components are extruded from synthetic polymeric material.

Abstract: Procedure for the installation of a landing door, in which a threshold module is mounted on the lower edge of a door opening of the elevator shaft, whereupon side posts are mounted at the edges of the opening and a lintel connecting the side posts as well as an overhead supporter for the suspension of the door panels are mounted in the upper part of the opening. The equally long side posts are mounted on top of the threshold module while the side posts are connected to each other by the lintel mounted on top of them. The overhead supporter is lifted up onto the lintel and fixed to the wall by its ends.