Abstract: The safety systems enhance the safety of confined spaces which can present a danger to human occupants who may become entrapped within the confined space during a dangerous condition. The safety systems are particularly useful with confined spaces having access openings and a door or other movable barrier for the access opening. The safety systems having movable safety gates proximate the access openings. The disclosed safety gates are movable from a closed position where the safety gate forms a physical barrier which inhibits human entry into the confined space to a safety position where the safety gate prevents the door from closing and entrapping a person within the confined space.

Abstract: A mirror apparatus that includes a mirror that is at least partially covered by a decorative door that is movable away from the mirror so that the mirror can be cleaned. The mirror apparatus includes a frame having an inner surface that defines a display opening. The mirror which is coupled to the frame may have a reflective front surface that is exposed within the display opening. The decorative door may be pivotably coupled to the frame between a closed state whereby the decorative door overlies the mirror and an open state whereby the decorative door does not overlie the mirror. In the open state, the mirror is completely exposed for cleaning. The mirror apparatus may also include a locking assembly for locking the decorative door in the closed state.

Abstract: A window assembly for a vehicle includes a frame, one or more panes secured to the frame, and a shade movably coupled to the frame. The shade is configured to be moved between an open position and a closed position. The shade includes an illuminator that is configured to allow ambient light from outside of the vehicle to pass through and illuminate the illuminator.

Abstract: A pet door connects to the door and to the door frame in both a closed and open position with an opening therein to allow the pet to leave and enter the residence at any time. The pet door also prevents the air-conditioned air from leaving the residence and insects and pests from entering while the door is in the open position.

Abstract: A protective window attachment for use with a vehicle includes a frame assembly detachably coupled to the vehicle and having an upper assembly pivotably mounted to the lower assembly, the upper assembly having an upper outer frame placed against edges of the window and upper bars having top ends coupled to the upper outer frame, each upper bar extending over the window and having a convex curvature, the lower assembly having a lower outer frame pivotably mounted to the upper outer frame, and a plurality of lower bars, the lower bars having top ends pivotably mounted to bottom ends of the upper bars and bottom ends coupled to the lower outer frame. The convex curvature of the upper bars creates sufficient space between the upper bars and the window to prevent external impact forces from reaching the window.

Abstract: Some embodiments of the present disclosure include a structural attachment system for easily and quickly erecting a structure. The structural attachment system may include a hollow tube unit having at least one T-slot positioned between a pair of square slots configured to engage with a unit connector. The unit connector may include a T-unit sandwiched between a pair of composition units and a pair of locking plates. The T-unit may have a first unit T-tab configured to engage with the T-slot on the hollow tube unit, and the locking plates may engage with the square slots, resulting in the unit connector being slidably fastened to the hollow tube unit. Paneling may also be attached to the hollow tube unit to create walls, a roof, and flooring.

Abstract: An escape window assembly having a structure attachment frame for attaching the assembly to a structure; a window located on the outer side of the structure and pivotally attached to the structure attachment frame, the window corresponding to the structure attachment frame and comprising a window frame and a window pane; and a window release mechanism. The window release mechanism has a window release actuator; a first connection portion attached to the window; a second connection portion attached to the frame, the second connection portion releasably holding the first connection portion; and a biasing mechanism for pushing open the window.

Abstract: Some embodiments relate to an access point security unit which, when deployed, provides a hindrance for passing through an access point. Such a unit includes a deployment apparatus and a plurality of lengths of barbed strip material which can be moved between a stowed position, in which the access point is not obstructed by barbed strip material and a deployed position, in which the plurality of lengths of barbed strip material lie across the access point. In the deployed position, the barbed strip material is, in some embodiments, fully enclosed unless the access point is breached.

Abstract: A gate is mounted to pivot about a pivot axis between opened and closed positions. The gate includes a pivotable first panel and a movable second panel coupled to the pivotable first panel.

Abstract: A liquid resistant barrier for structural openings such as doors, windows, vents, or the like for use during floods or storms is disclosed. A barrier frame is placed within and about the periphery of the opening, with a gasket located on the structural side, to form a seal. A barrier frame cover, with a corresponding barrier frame cover gasket, is placed over the barrier frame and compression fittings used to hold them together. The gaskets form a seal that is impermeable to liquids and the barrier frame cover prevents damage by flotsam or dynamic pressure.

Abstract: Disclosed is a pivotally mounted window and screen assembly. The device includes a T-shaped vertical support bar that is hingedly attached to a screen and a window frame, in which a window sash is mounted. The window frame is adapted to swing outward, while the screen is adapted to swing inward so that the window sash is unobstructed and can swing open the full 180 degree range relative to the vertical support bar. The present invention further includes a locking mechanism that secures the window sash and the screen in an open position. In this way, a user can open the window to access and clean the exterior side of the window without extending any portion of the body outside of a building. The present invention may be constructed to be installed into any window opening of a building.

Abstract: A child safety gate having a locking device and a flexible retractable barrier sheet is disclosed. The locking device comprises a locking means having at least a locked position and an unlocked position. The locking means is configured to in its locked position prevent further extraction of the flexible retractable barrier sheet, and the locking means is configured to in its unlocked position allow at least extraction of the flexible retractable barrier sheet. Further, the locking device comprises a timer means configured to upon activation let a delay time elapse and then bring the locking means into its locked position. An advantage of the locking device is that it provides safe operation of a child safety gate by automatically locking the locking device after a delay time has elapsed.

Abstract: A hole in a door is fitted with an insert The insert includes a frame assembly and a mounting plate which are affixed together and sandwiching portions of the door adjacent the hole therebetween. The frame assembly further includes a lattice spanning the hole. An inner door is pivotably mounted to the mounting plate for selectively opening and closing the insert. The frame assembly is configured to support a screen adjacent thereto and inboard of the inner door.

Abstract: A gate is mounted to pivot about a pivot axis between opened and closed positions. A latch is mounted for movement relative to the gate to retain the gate in a closed and locked position.

Abstract: A window assembly (30) comprising a frame (36) in which are received sliding and security members. The security member has ventilating and non-ventilating parts (40, 32), with the sliding member (34) being slidably moveable over the security member between a first position in which air may pass through the ventilating part (40) so as to ventilate the room in which the window assembly (30) is located, and a second position in which no such ventilation can occur. The ventilating part 40 may comprise a grille, perforated sheet, lattice arrangement or the like.

Abstract: The present invention provides a safety barrier for open-air floors, rooftops and openings from which an individual is at risk of falling from a height, such as windows and balconies. More specifically, the present invention relates to a safety barrier that can be pivotally adjusted between an open and closed position.

Abstract: A security grille and frame construction provides a frame which can be connected to a building around a window. The frame preferably provides a front overhang assisting in defining a channel into which the grille is directed at a first side, such as the top. The grille has a second side opposite the first side when installed which has a security fastener with a shaft which can be cut by emergency personnel in the event of an emergency so the grille can be removed from the frame. A reflective exterior surface such as on a spacer may assist in locating the shaft. An adjustable leg may assist in holding the grille during cutting to prevent binding of the cutting tool.

Abstract: A gate within a gate within a barrier. A first, relatively small gate is engaged within a second, relatively large gate, which is engaged in the barrier for extending across a passageway of a residence. The relatively large gate can be closed to, for example, minimize access of toddlers to the passageway, while the relatively small gate can be opened to, for example, maximize access of small dogs to the passageway. One example of a passageway is the head or bottom of a stairway. The relatively large gate, when closed, minimizes toddlers from falling down or climbing up stairs. The relatively small gate, when open, permits small dogs to walk down or climb up the stairs.

Abstract: A safety fence includes a door unit, a locking unit mounted on the door unit, a switching mechanism mounted on the door unit and connected with the locking unit, and a positioning and restoring unit mounted on the door unit. The door unit includes a first rail, a second rail and a door. Thus, when the door unit is not opened to reach the predetermined angle, the door is driven by the positioning and restoring unit and is returned and moved backward relative to the first rail to abut the second rail so that the door is locked onto the second rail by the locking unit so as to close the door unit automatically.

Abstract: A gate assembly is provided including frame means for positioning in an opening through which selective entry is required. Barrier means are mountable on the frame means via hinge means and the barrier means are movable relative to the frame means between a closed position, wherein the opening is closed, to an open position, wherein the opening is open. An automatic closure mechanism is provided for moving the barrier means from the open position to the closed position without user intervention. The automatic closure mechanism is associated with the hinge means and includes at least one ramp or inclined surface on which at least part of the gate travels when moving between the open and closed positions.

Abstract: An access panel for use in conjunction with a horizontal opening; recesses (41, 42) incorporated in the sides of longitudinal edges of the horizontal opening the access panel (11) comprising a parallel array (12) of members (14, 15, 16) with a longitudinal axis; the lateral extent (W) of the array (12) corresponding to a lateral extent (D) of the opening and first (17) and second (18) end members of the array (12) defining a length (L) of the panel (12) characterised by at least two pantograph units (20, 21) extending between the first (17) and second (18) end members; each member (14 16, etc) in the parallel array (12) being pivotably linked to each pantograph unit; the combination of members (14, 15, 16 etc) and units (20, 21) providing for the panel (11) to function as a planar structure and enabling the (L) of the panel (11) to be varied between a first configuration wherein the panel has a minimum length (L1) measured between the first (17) and second (18) end members; a second configuration wherein the

Abstract: A safety gate for efficiently controlling ingress or egress for children, pets, and the like into and out of a designated area. The safety gate generally includes a support adapted to be secured to a sliding door structure, a gate including a first end and a second end, wherein the gate is movably attached to the support and a latching mechanism extending from the second end of the gate to selectively secure the gate in a closed position. The gate is adapted to extend across an opening formed between a sliding door and a door frame of the sliding door structure. The first end is movably connected to the support on a first side of the opening and the second end moves about an opposing side of the opening to adjust the gate to an open position or a closed position with respect to the opening.

Abstract: The present invention provides a product line of precisely fitted, flow-through, hinged metal frames, analogous to exterior shutters, but mounted on the interior of the building, designed to be permanently mounted to windows and sliding-glass doors, and to swing and lock into the opening created when the window or door is opened, allowing the free flow of fresh air and preventing any forced entry or intrusion. The size of the grid-style frame depends on the on the style of window, traditional sliding-sash, casement, etc., or door being fitted. In each case, the Fresh Air Safety Bars frame are double-hinged on one side, and feature a pre-drilled mounting plate, welded or bolted to the hinge assembly. This mounting plate is fastened to the wall immediately adjacent to the window or sliding-glass door. Each Fresh Air Safety Bars unit, once mounted in proper position and alignment with the window or door to be fitted, swings on its hinges to snugly and securely occupy the window or door opening.

Abstract: To open a two-action gate, a sliding of a latch and a lifting of the gate to disengage a double stop is required. Performing one step without the other fails to open the gate. The gate is engaged in a frame which may in turn be engaged in a partition or doorway. Via a thumb tab, a portion of the latch can be slid out of the frame. Then the gate is lifted to lift the double stop up and clear of a lower portion of the frame such the gate is swingable. The gate is journaled to a vertically running frame member which serves as the swinging and sliding axis for the gate.

Abstract: A safety barrier for an inside of a house for partitioning off a portion of the house. The safety barrier includes a number of individual barrier sections where two adjacent barrier sections are engaged via a connector. The connector has an upper connection, a lower connection, and an elongate central member interconnecting the upper and lower connections. Each of the connections has a pair of relatively swingable arms. Each of the arms engages a barrier section. A threaded member draws the upper and lower connections closed simultaneously to fix the arms relative to each other and to thus fix the barrier sections relative to each other. The arms, prior to being fixed, are swingable relative to each other from about zero degrees to about 270 degrees such that a zig-zag, linear, or circular barriers can be made. A gate or door that can be opened and closed for access to the partitioned section of the house is engaged in one of the barrier sections.

Abstract: An exterior security gate for preventing passage through a passageway includes a grate structure shaped and dimensioned to fit over and cover the passageway. The grate structure includes a first side frame member and a second side frame member. A first hinge is secured to the first side frame member for pivotally mounting the grate structure to an exterior wall of a building structure. A chain with a plurality of apertures is secured to and extends from the second side frame member. The chain is of a length sufficient to pass through a bore formed in the building structure in the area proximate to the passageway with the grate structure positioned over the passageway. A tamper shield bracket is secured along an interior wall of the building structure in alignment with the bore. The tamper shield bracket includes a locking pin selectively positioned within an aperture of the chain to securely lock the grate structure in a closed orientation.

Abstract: The invention relates to a door (8) designed to be inserted between a cockpit and a cabin of an aircraft, the door comprising a cockpit side (8a) and a cabin side (8b). According to the invention, the door comprises at least one trapdoor (22) capable of closing off a passageway (20) passing through the door and secondly being opened towards the cabin side, the door also comprising a locking/unlocking mechanism (30) of the trapdoor arranged on the cockpit side and that can automatically unlock the trapdoor when the difference between a cockpit pressure and a cabin pressure corresponding to the air pressures applied on the cockpit side and the cabin side of the door respectively is greater than a predetermined value.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device and method for preventing entry into a room having an upper window such as a school classroom door. Specifically, the device is an entry resistant material positioned on the lower part of the inside of the classroom door which can be moved into position over the inside of the classroom door window and prevent or resist entry into the window and optionally restrict viewing into the classroom.

Abstract: A safety gate for efficiently controlling ingress or egress for children, pets, and the like into and out of a designated area. The safety gate generally includes a support adapted to be secured to a sliding door structure, a gate including a first end and a second end, wherein the gate is movably attached to the support and a latching mechanism extending from the second end of the gate to selectively secure the gate in a closed position. The gate is adapted to extend across an opening formed between a sliding door and a door frame of the sliding door structure. The first end is movably connected to the support on a first side of the opening and the second end moves about an opposing side of the opening to adjust the gate to an open position or a closed position with respect to the opening.

Abstract: A gate assembly prevents keyless ingress into, and enables keyless egress from, a gated area. The gate assembly comprises a gate frame and a gate. The gate frame comprises rectangular or 360 degree frame structure for maintaining a planar gate-receiving area despite ground deformations and the like. The gate comprises rectangular gate structure that defines a planar frame-engaging area. The gate-receiving area is greater in magnitude than the frame-engaging area. The gate further comprises a state of the art interior push bar latch for enabling keyless egress, and state of the art keyed lock for preventing keyless ingress into the gated or secure area. An inferior frame member is anchored in subterranean media for positioning the gate frame during installation for maintaining the gate-receiving area should ground deformations occur.

Abstract: A security shutter system for providing security against forced entry through a window. The security shutter system includes a securing frame being coupled to a wall of the structure around the window. A shutter frame is pivotally coupled to the securing frame and is selectively pivoted over the securing frame and secured to the securing frame over the window. The shutter frame is designed for inhibiting access into the structure through the window when the shutter frame is positioned over the window. A plurality of slat members are pivotally coupled to the shutter frame. Each of the slat members is selectively pivoted between a vertical orientation and a horizontal orientation. Each of the slat members controls light passage and visibility through the window.

Abstract: A golf ball deflecting window cover includes a window frame and a window that is mounted therein. A panel of transparent plastic material has a first side, a second side, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge and a second side edge. At least one hinge member hingedly couples the first side of the panel to the window frame. The panel is positionable in a closed position positioned in front of the window or in an open position extending away from the window. At least one latching assembly is adapted for selectively locking the panel in the closed position.

Abstract: Disclosed is a protective door for drivers' cabins, in particular for utility vehicles. The design achieves maximum flexibility for protecting the driver both against influences of weather and injury. The protective door has a first door element, with a restraining arrangement, which can be locked on a front pillar of a driver's cab for securing against the driver falling out laterally. Further included is a weather protection unit for the door.

Abstract: A rackable gate having a gate panel with spaced-apart rails connected to a plurality of first pickets and a second picket. The second picket attaches to the respective rails on a side edge opposing the attachment of the first pickets to the rail. Distal opposing ends of the rails are received and pivotally secured in openings defined in opposing gate posts. The gate racks or moves so that the rails are disposed at an oblique angle relative to the pickets. The opposing fastening of the second picket and the opposing distal end of the rail received in the post restrict the rail from pivoting away from the pickets when the panel is racked to track the contour of the terrain. A method of making a rackable gate is disclosed.

Abstract: A barrier system utilizing cutters that have been connected into strips, with the strips connected to form a substantially planar barrier sheet. The barrier sheet may be encased by breakable separators, which cover the cutters to prevent inadvertent injury but expose the cutters when broken upon an attempt to penetrate the barrier. The barrier may be retracted into an opening, preferably into a concealed compartment.

Abstract: A quick release security grating is coupled to a retention frame by a hinge assembly which permits swinging movement from a closed position preventing intrusion through the window opening to an open position allowing emergency exit of an occupant through the window opening. The security grating is held in the closed position by a quick release latch assembly which is locked by an actuator arm urged by the force of gravity into locking engagement with a latch receiver. The actuator arm includes a handle which is concealed behind the retention frame when the security grating is in the closed position, making the handle immediately accessible to an occupant inside the building structure and hiding it from an intruder. A utility hook is attached to the handle and overlaps the window opening at an easy-to-find location relative to the window opening when the security grating is closed and the actuator arm is in the locked position.

Abstract: A quick release security grating is coupled to a retention-frame by a hinge assembly which permits swinging movement from a closed position preventing intrusion through the window opening to an open position allowing emergency exit of an occupant through the window opening. The security grating is held in the closed position by a quick release latch assembly which is locked by an actuator arm urged by the force of gravity into locking engagement with a latch receiver. The actuator arm includes a handle which is concealed behind the retention frame when the security grating is in the closed position, making the handle immediately accessible to an occupant inside the building structure and hiding it from an intruder. A utility hook is attached to the handle and overlaps the window opening at an easy-to-find location relative to the window opening when the security grating is closed and the actuator arm is in the locked position.

Abstract: A window safety guard is used for preventing an intrusive person or object from entering a home through a window when it is left open by the owner. It is also easily removable during emergency situations as it has a simple locking mechanism and may be removed as a single unit. The assembly has a series of vertical bars with tapered ends that are inserted into corresponding holes in a windowsill and in a bottom frame edge of a raised lower window. Support bars are coupled to the vertical bars to add strength and to help block the window opening. The window safety guard assembly also has a locking mechanism wherein a small rod is inserted in a corresponding hole in a side edge of an upper window frame. The small rod, when inserted, is also abutting the top frame edge of the raised lower window to prevent the lower window from being raised and the window safety guard from being removed.

Abstract: A lock mechanism for releasably locking a security bar (14) over an opening (12) through a wall (10) includes a housing (30, 32, 60) for mounting to the wall adjacent the opening. An engagement mechanism (28) is coupled to the security bar (14). A keeper member (26) in the housing is movable to selectively engage a lock surface (102) on the engagement mechanism to restrain the engagement mechanism from movement relative to the housing; the engagement mechanism being allowed to move unrestrained relative to the housing when the keeper member does not engage the lock surface. A manually-operable latch mechanism (24) in the housing moves the keeper member out of engagement with the lock surface.

Abstract: An access cover for a receptacle fitting includes a cover plate connectable to the fitting at a location overlying a receptacle carried by the fitting. An access door includes a first portion slidably connected to the cover plate for movement between open and closed positions. The access door also includes a second portion having a first end pivotally connected to the access door first portion. The second end of the door second portion pivots to a first position overlying the receptacle in response to movement of the access door first portion towards its closed position, and pivots to a second position at which the receptacle is exposed and accessible through the cover plate in response to movement of the access door first portion towards its open position. Pivot features are formed on the cover plate and/or the access door for imparting rotational forces on the door second portion as the door first portion is slid between its open and closed positions.

Abstract: A removable window safety barrier includes two vertical frame members, two horizontal frame members, and additional horizontal and vertical members attached to the horizontal and vertical frame members. The barrier includes at each end of the vertical frame members flanges having holes of suitable size and shape to engage and be supported by pins affixed to the sides of a window with two such pins pointing upwardly from the bottom of the window, and two such pins facing downwardly from the top of the window.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a modular upright for building structures and a sliding safety grille which can be obtained by assembling these uprights. In a preferred embodiment, the modular upright (10) comprises a pair of anti-cutting reinforcing elements (1) which are lined by U-shaped modular elements (3) alternating with joining elements (2) and fastened together by at least one anti-pulling element (6) sliding vertically between two joining elements (2), in the space between the surface of the reinforcing elements (1) and the U-shaped modular elements (3).

Abstract: A security closure device to protect a building opening and a closure member. The device includes a main security panel and a narrower secondary security panel that are hingedly mounted to each other. The side of the main security panel opposite to the smaller security panel is hingedly mounted to a security casing assembly inside the building defining the protected opening. A user can readily unlock the narrower panel from the casing assembly from inside the building without requiring a key or combination. From the outside, a key or combination is required. To open the inwardly swinging security closure, a user opens the closure member a sufficient distance determined by the width of the secondary panel to unlock it. The angular travel of the secondary panel with respect to the main security panel is limited by a stopper assembly.

Abstract: A security grating (1) for securing store windows (2) is constituted of a mesh (3) of overlaying horizontal bars (4) and vertical bars (5). The security grating further comprises a vertical frame member (6) on each lateral edge. The frame member (6) has a recess (10) with a depth corresponding to at least half the mesh width (9) between vertical bars. Thus, the mesh can always be cut so that the outermost vertical bar is located in the recess (10). As the vertical bar (5) can be positioned at an arbitrary depth in the recess (10) there are no specific requirements for exact tolerances when mounting the security grating (1) around a window (2).

Abstract: An adjustable and pivotable window guard to be placed above a window inside a structure. The window guard provides an attractive appearance and excellent security. Hinge plates that have upwardly directed hinge tubes located thereon are secured on the inside wall proximal a window. A first window guard bracket having cooperating hinge bores is then placed on the hinge tubes so that it can pivot freely. The rectangular main central window guard is then placed over protruding members on the first window guard bracket and a second window guard bracket, also with similar protruding members, is inserted into the main central window guard on the opposite side from the first window guard bracket. Thus, all three of these elements are slidable horizontally in relationship to one another, which allows the user to adapt the device to variously sized windows.

Abstract: A self-aligning, simple to use and reliable child/pet safety gate (2) that is removably mounted by a support assembly (4) to an existing room door (12) by hanging the support assembly on the room side doorknob (10) without the use of mounting hardware is disclosed. This design allows the gate to be used or stored while so mounted to the room door. Further, with the gate in its stored, hidden position behind the door, the existing room door can still be opened and closed in a normal fashion. Yet, it is a simple matter to place and secure the gate's blocking assembly (6) in its operative or blocking position by pivoting it to block the open area and then latching it to the door frame using a locking strap (54) and pin (60) and the existing door lock bolt aperture (62) to secure the blocking assembly.

Abstract: An improved security apparatus including a security grill having an extending left section and right section. The left section includes a left vertical support member, a plurality of tubular lateral support members extending rightwardly therefrom, and a plurality of vertical bars attached to and supported by the lateral support members. The right section comprises a right vertical support member, a plurality of tubular lateral support members extending leftwardly therefrom, and a plurality of vertical bars attached to and supported by the lateral support members. A plurality of intermediate extension members are each inserted into a corresponding pair of the left and right tubular lateral support members and are slidable therein to allow extension of said left security grill section with respect to the right section.

Abstract: An animal transporting vehicle, such as a horse trailer, includes a wall defining a window opening or aperture that extends between the exterior and interior surfaces of the wall. A guard assembly for protecting the aperture includes a guard member pivotally mounted on one side of the aperture by a hinge assembly which includes cooperating surfaces that engage a projecting portion on a lower sill of the window opening to support the guard assembly in the window opening. A weather tight door is also pivotally mounted for movement from an open position permitting ventilation through the aperture to a closed position overlying the guard assembly and providing a weather tight closure for the window opening.

Abstract: According to the invention a releasable mounting system for retaining a protective cover (i.e., security grill) over an opening (i.e., window or door) in a wall of a structure is provided. The releasable system of the present invention includes a latch pin adapted to be rigidly connected to the protective cover. A housing assembly for accommodating the release means and for receiving the latch pin is also provided. The release means provided by the instant invention are pivotally mounted inside the housing assembly and include a latch member having a lever segment and a catch segment. Further provided are separation biasing means that facilitate movement of the latch member from a release position to a cocked position. Invention separation biasing means additionally facilitate movement of the latch pin away from the housing assembly when the latch member is in a release position. Also provided are remote actuating means that are connected to the latch member.