Abstract: A foundation for a system for protecting a surface is disclosed. The foundation comprises a base, a suction assembly, a shield and one or more supports. The suction assembly may include a suction member having a rim, and a pump. The suction member is configured to be releasably sealed against the surface. The shield may be mounted to the outer face of the base. The shield is disposed opposite to the suction member and is configured to obstruct penetration by a fastener into the portion of the outer face covered by the shield. The one or more supports are mounted to the outer face. Each support includes a ledge that extends outward from the base. Also disclosed is a system for boarding-up a window disposed in a structure.

Abstract: Structure heating systems and methods of making and use. One embodiment has a unitary or integral roof edge heating element with a single heating cable mounted in a heating cable channel running laterally through the heating element and a roof edge heating panel extending from the portion of the heating element bearing the heating cable. Another embodiment includes a single heating cable mounted in a heating element surrounded by a heating element cover. Some embodiments can reduce the amount of heat transfer contact with supporting roof or adjacent structure, reducing heat transfer to the supporting roof or other adjacent structure.

Abstract: A window device comprising: a window, window frame, a window holder element, to which the window is attached along a periphery of the window, a window-motion dampening element, and a coupling device via which the window holder element is in engagement with the window frame. The coupling device comprises a projection and a guide recess and is arranged at the inner periphery of the window frame and, from a normal operation position of window, it allows motion of the window holder element in a first direction in which the window holder element is arranged to compress and deform the dampening element, but prevents the window holder element from moving in an opposite second direction.

Abstract: According to the present embodiment, a display device includes a frame having an opening, a roller assembly having a roller and mounted on the frame, a display module wound on the roller or unrolled from the roller, and a display operating mechanism mounted on the frame and connected with the display module to be unrolled in a direction crossing a direction of opening the opening or to be wound on the roller.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a panel includes forming a path segment on a surface of a substrate from a photoluminescent material. The method further includes overlaying the path segment with an overlay material. The overlay material is configured to render the path segment substantially invisible under an ambient photopic condition and render the path segment visible under an ambient mesopic or scotopic condition.

Abstract: A wall for an electrical equipment enclosure includes an outer panel, an inner panel having a first side facing a chamber of the enclosure and a second side facing the outer panel, and at least one flange spaced apart from the outer panel and facing at least one peripheral portion of the inner panel and configured to prevent movement of the at least one peripheral portion of the inner panel towards the outer panel. The first panel is configured to press the at least one peripheral portion against the at least one flange responsive to pressure generated by an arc flash to form a seal between a periphery of the inner panel and the at least one flange that impedes passage of arc flash gases.

Abstract: The present double door gate apparatus has a first lowermost frame member with a first inner end and a second lowermost frame member with a second inner end. The first and second inner ends are spaced apart and engaged by a first connector that engages exterior portions of the inner ends and a second connector that engages interior portions of the inner ends. First and second gates have inner ends that confront each other more closely than the inner ends of the lowermost frame members confront each other.

Abstract: Apparatus for protecting the interior of a structure from flood water includes a panel which is shaped and dimensioned to cover the opening in the structure. The panel is fabricated from foam which is covered by a skin. The panel is positioned over a window or other opening of the structure and removably connected to the structure. In another embodiment, multiple panels are connected together to span a wide opening. The panel(s) can be made in different shapes and sizes to accommodate different opening configurations.

Abstract: Examples herein describe systems and methods for securing an opening and disorienting an active shooter. A command device can send a deployment command to a zone in a building. In response, canopies in the zone can deploy a roll-up door made of Kevlar that electromagnetically locks shut. The canopies can include blindingly bright lights and deafening sirens that disorient the shooter. The doors can block off rooms or other areas of a school where children can huddle safely until the shooter is apprehended. Canopies without doors can also be used at some openings to disorient the shooter.

Abstract: A glazing shield system for retrofitting glazing systems of buildings is disclosed. The glazing shield system includes a support frame and a unitized panel. In certain embodiments, the glazing shield system may be mounted on an existing glazing system in a non-intrusive and non-destructive method. In one embodiment, the support frame may be attached to an infill panel of an existing glazing system using structural adhesives, and the unitized panel may be mounted on the support frame, creating an insulating glazing shield.

Abstract: The present invention relates to glass package (10) for an oven door of a cooking oven. The glass package (10) includes an inner glass pane (12) and at least one further glass pane (14, 16), wherein the inner glass pane (12) is provided for an arrangement towards to an oven cavity (46) in an assembled and a closed state of the oven door, while the at least one further glass pane (14, 16) is provided for an arrangement opposite to the oven cavity (46) in the assembled and closed state of the said door. The glass package (10) includes connecting means (18, 20, 28) for a permanent connection between the inner glass pane (12) and the at least one further glass pane (14, 16). The inner glass pane (12) and the at least one further glass pane (14, 16) are arranged plane-parallel to each other. An intermediate space is formed between two adjacent glass panes (12, 14, 16).

Abstract: A flood barrier shield system for installation in a building opening such as a door frame includes a water impervious panel having a base edge and at least two side edges generally complementary in shape to the base and side edges of the opening into which it is to be installed. Channel shaped seal housings are mounted on the panels adjacent its base and side edges which contain seal bars including a relatively rigid bar having a flexible seal mounted thereon and extending the length of the housing. The seal is located to face the opposing surface of the opening and the bar is connected to the housing by selectively operable devices which move the bar and seal between retracted and extended positions for ease of positioning the flood barrier in the opening and then forming a water tight seal along the base and sides of the system.

Abstract: A fastener cap assembly for securing protective wrap to lumber includes a plurality of fastener caps spaced from one another by breakable tabs along a first axis extending through a center of the fastener caps, with each of the fastener caps and breakable tabs comprising a substrate formed from a paper-based material. The fastener cap assembly further includes a groove extending across a center portion of the breakable tabs and penetrating inward from the top surface of the breakable tabs to a predetermined depth, and a protective material applied to at least the top surfaces of the substrates that forms a non-waxy and moisture-resistant protective barrier when cured.

Abstract: An elongate member reinforcement system and associated methods are disclosed. The system can include an elongate member, a collar secured about an end portion of the elongate member, a support layer surrounding the end portion of the elongate member, and a structural filler disposed between the support layer and the end portion of the elongate member. The collar can be disposed in the structural filler and can include a structural filler interface feature that mechanically couples the collar to the structural filler to facilitate transferring loads between the elongate member and the structural filler.

Abstract: The door seal kit is configured for use with a door. The door seal kit is a gas impermeable structure. The door seal kit forms a gas impermeable seal around the door. The gas impermeable seal prevents the exchange of gas from the atmosphere on the side of the door seal kit that is proximal to the door to the side of the door seal kit that is distal from the door. The door seal kit is used to contain gases, and their associated smells, within the room the door accesses. The door seal kit comprises a jamb frame and a sealing structure. The jamb frame attaches the sealing structure to the door jamb. The sealing structure forms the gas impermeable barrier around the door.

Abstract: A trim assembly is disclosed. The trim assembly includes a trim, where the trim has a curved form, and a trim mounting bracket, where the trim is mountable on the trim mounting bracket.

Abstract: Fire block devices for application to a wall component. The fire-block device can be a wall component that includes a fire-resistant material strip that expands in response to sufficient heat to create a fire-resistant barrier. In some applications, the fire-block wall component is positioned to extend lengthwise along and across a gap between wallboard members. The fire-block wall component may have a U-shaped central portion and a pair of side portions extending in opposite directions from the central portion. The fire-resistant material may be positioned on the central portion of the fire-block device. The central portion may be positioned within the gap such that the fire-resistant material expands in response to sufficient heat to create a fire-resistant barrier.

Abstract: A display device includes: a light source unit; a holding frame that stores the light source unit therein; a display panel that is disposed to face the light source unit; and a transparent member that is disposed on a front surface side of the display panel, wherein the holding frame includes a planar portion which is formed to face a periphery portion of a rear surface side of the transparent member, and wherein the holding frame includes a bonding member which is disposed on the planar portion and bonds the transparent member and the holding frame, and wherein the planar portion provided with a convex protrusion protruding toward the transparent member.

Abstract: Embodiments of windows mainframe components, for example, head/jamb window mainframe components which meet the egress requirements for egress windows are provided herein.

Abstract: A dishwasher includes a treating chamber for receiving dishes for treatment according to a cycle of operation and a door assembly selectively moveable to close an access opening to the treating chamber, the door assembly having an interior door panel, an exterior door panel, a window assembly and a window assembly support frame provided on the interior door panel to support the window assembly.

Abstract: Fire block devices for application to a wall component. The fire-block device can be a wall component that includes a fire-resistant material strip that expands in response to sufficient heat to create a fire-resistant barrier. In some applications, the fire-block wall component is positioned to extend lengthwise along and across a gap between wallboard members. The fire-block wall component may have a U-shaped central portion and a pair of side portions extending in opposite directions from the central portion. The fire-resistant material may be positioned on the central portion of the fire-block device. The central portion may be positioned within the gap such that the fire-resistant material expands in response to sufficient heat to create a fire-resistant barrier.

Abstract: A multi-layered window structure of the present invention includes: a first window pane made of glass; a second window pane made of polycarbonate, being smaller in both height and width than the first window pane, and formed to a thickness of 5 mm to 30 mm; a hollow annular spacer disposed so as to extend along edges of the first window pane and the second window pane, and having holes in a side wall facing an air layer between the first window pane and the second window pane; and a primary sealer being an elastic body, with a thickness of 0.5 mm or more and a width of 6 mm or more, that extends along the edges of the first window pane and the second window pane, and is disposed between the first window pane and the spacer, and between the second window pane and the spacer.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing an insulated frame member including first and second frame components held in a spaced relationship by a first, glazing unit facing connector component and by a second connector component, the first and second frame components together defining a void substantially filled with a foamed material, wherein the first connector component is of width greater than or equal to the thickness of the glazing unit.

Abstract: A reinforcing structure for a concrete column is provided, which is capable of preventing the concrete column from being destroyed. A reinforcing structure for a concrete column comprises: a plurality of steel plates 6, overlapping portions of which are arranged to be slidable with each other by vibration due to an external force; grout material 7 filled into a space portion 3 formed in between the plurality of steel plates 6 and a concrete column 1; and a reinforcing sheet 5 with adhesive wound around an outer circumference of the plurality of steel plates 6, wherein: the plurality of steel plates 6 are bound by the reinforcing sheet with adhesive. Preferably, a restricting portion 12 is provided for restricting sliding movement of the overlapping portions, at the overlapping portions of the plurality of steel plates 6.

Abstract: A system and method for installing a window panel onto an aircraft including providing a retaining device having an outside edge that is sealed against an inboard surface of the aircraft. A biasing member mounted to an inside edge of the retaining device includes spring clips that press against the window panel. The spring clips push the window panel outward against the outside edge of the retaining device to maintain a seal around the edge of the window panel.

Abstract: An insulating window panel for removable installation into a custom size window opening recess includes longitudinally extending frame pieces configured with joints for interconnecting the frame pieces to form a frame around a transparent flexible glazing sheet. Each frame piece has a longitudinal keder channel with a slot that opens out of a glazing side of each frame piece. The glazing sheet has edges corresponding to the frame pieces; and a keder formed on each of the edges, with a corner cut that spaces apart intersecting kedered edges, all being shaped and sized for sliding each keder edge into the keder channel of each corresponding frame piece such that the frame pieces form joints at the corner cuts and the frame pieces are pulled together at the joints by tension relative to the glazing sheet. Preferably a weatherstrip surrounds the frame perimeter with compressible fins for sealed but removable installation.

Abstract: An article for securing a window film to a window frame includes an elongate body having a first end and a second end, a first portion having a first attachment surface extending from the first end to the second end, a connecting portion extending outwardly from the first portion opposite the first attachment surface, and a second portion joined with the end of the connecting portion opposite the first portion. Methods of anchoring an applied window film to a window frame using the article are also disclosed.

Abstract: A gas filling apparatus comprising a lance and control unit remote from the lance is disclosed. The lance has a dispensing nozzle for dispensing gas through an aperture. The lance additionally has a manually operable switch for sending a signal to the control unit to commence dispensing of gas. The provision of the manually operable switch on the lance should result in less errors being made during the filling process, particularly where a plurality of lances are simultaneously operated by a single operator. The lance may additionally comprise a visual indicator indicating the state reached in the dispensing cycle.

Abstract: A building opening provides both a burglar protection and egress from the building during emergency such as fire. The system utilizes a protective cover having securable apertures for engaging and releasable securing a protective panel to the outer wall over the building by applying clamp fasteners configured for locking and releasing the securable aperture from the inside of the building. Also included is the method of utilization.

Abstract: A sliding screen door mechanism (100) includes a bottom channel (122), top channel (124) and side channel (126). The bottom channel (122) has a web (132) and a bottom mount (134) which is screw fastened to a surface surrounding an entry door (112). The top channel (124) includes a top web (152), top door track (156) and top mount (154).

Abstract: A composite shield comprises a panel including an outer thin metallic strike surface layer, a highly strain rate hardening polymer layer and an inner structural armor plate layer. The structural armor plate layer has a multiplicity of traversing ports. The traversing ports have sufficient lateral area to allow deformation of the thin metallic strike surface layer and highly strain rate hardening polymer layer through the structural armor plate layer on the occurrence of explosive blast.

Abstract: Disclosed is an operating-fixed-operating window with a common frame. The window frame includes a sill with a sill lock and sill tower upwardly extending from the sill. The window frame also includes a head disposed atop the window frame, at least one jamb and at least one operating window frame. The window also includes at least one fixed window frame with a sill cover disposed atop the sill, the sill cover engaged with the sill lock and the sill tower.

Abstract: A system and method for a quick release of a second object from a first object, e.g., quick release of hurricane panels (second object) from the inside of a habitable structure (first object). A stepped quick release bolt assembly or a dual quick release car assembly may be employed. In the preferred embodiment, a pin passing through a cross bored hole in a stepped bolt disposed in a receiving structure attached to a first object is releasable in order to disconnect the second object from the first object.

Abstract: A window covering assembly, including a generally convex panel defining a perimeter. The panel further includes structural outer and inner layers and an impact absorbing layer disposed between the structural outer layer and the structural inner layer. A flange portion is connected to the generally convex panel and has a plurality of apertures formed therethrough. A plurality of fasteners are extendable through the apertures for engaging a structure.

Abstract: This disclosure provides a device and a method to protect building openings with plywood panels during storm. The device and method is also provided to protect inside of buildings when windows or doors are broken. The bracket of this disclosure is simple and easy to make, and it allows attachment of plywood panels without shaping to cover windows and other building openings of any shape.

Abstract: A deployable flood shield, and associated method, prevents ingress of water through an opening. An outer frame is positioned to surround the opening and has a top channel, a bottom channel, a left channel and a right channel. A flexible shield is stored within the bottom channel prior to deployment and has a left edge retained by the left channel and a right edge retained by the right channel. Seals are configured with each of the bottom, left, and right channels for sealing between the bottom, left, and right channels and the flexible shield when deployed. A controller deploys the flexible shield to prevent the ingress of water into the opening. A deploy command is received and a motor is driven, for a predefined period, to deploy a flexible shield to block the opening and preventing the flexible shield from retracting.

Abstract: A window covering assembly, including a generally convex panel defining a perimeter. The panel further includes structural outer and inner layers and an impact absorbing layer disposed between the structural outer layer and the structural inner layer. A flange portion is connected to the generally convex panel and has a plurality of apertures formed therethrough. A plurality of fasteners are extendable through the apertures for engaging a structure.

Abstract: A wall panel arrangement is adapted to be used in a wall panel system provided with at least one pair of spaced apart vertical frame members having inwardly facing sidewalls for retaining at least one existing panel therebetween. The wall panel arrangement includes an add-on wall panel assembly constructed with opposed face structure connected to opposed side structure, and adapted to cover at least a portion of the existing panel. Mounting structure is provided on the wall panel assembly, and is configured with flexible resilient retainers extending outwardly relative to the side structure, and adapted to frictionally engage the inwardly facing flat walls of the vertical frame members, and hold the wall panel assembly over the existing panel and between the vertical frame members.

Abstract: The present invention provides a panel, a flood control assembly, a flood control device and a flood control barrier.

Abstract: An armored door panel includes a planar device having a layered arrangement including a protection layer comprised of a ballistic material and an outer surface layer arranged on the outer side of the protection layer. The planar device is affixed to an existing door to prevent ballistic projectile from penetrating the door.

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: A roof tarp system includes a roof surface located at the roof of an existing structure. Such a roof surface includes an inner layer and an outer layer spaced therefrom, wherein the outer layer has a plurality of first roof tiles. The roof surface further includes a continuous opening passes through the inner layer and the outer layer such that an uninhibited line of sight passes through the roof surface. A tarp is removably engaged with the roof surface in such a manner that the tarp completely covers the opening and becomes camouflaged with the outer layer. Such a tarp includes a body having a plurality of second roof tiles identical to the first roof tiles such that the tarp is camouflaged when positioned over the opening and onto the roof surface. In this manner, the outer layer is coplanar with the body of the tarp.

Abstract: A window assembly, adapted to be positioned within a window frame, includes a retainer attachable to the window frame, a transparent panel having an edge, and a frame member attached to the edge and including a lip extending along a substantial length of the frame member. The lip is secured to the retainer by a snap-fit.

Abstract: Embodiments disclose an apparatus for enclosing and insulating an opening in a structure such as for an air conditioning unit or a sleeve. The apparatus includes a cover having a first section and a second section, wherein the first section is designed to be adjustable in relation to the second section; one or more insulating members positioned along an interior of the cover; two or more fasteners designed to secure the cover to an A/C unit sleeve or a structure. In another embodiment the apparatus cover is a single section and not adjustable. A method of installing the same is provided, as are other aspects.

Abstract: A cover device kit includes: a plurality of heat insulation components comprising a lightweight construction material such as synthetic resin foam capable of being transported in a disassembled state and then quickly assembled into a box-shaped heat barrier structure having six sides including an opening on an open side for covering an opening in a floor or wall of a building. Four of the plurality of heat insulation components 14, 16, 18, 20 each includes two complimentary connections for uniting with two corresponding adjacent heat insulation components of the plurality of heat insulation components when assembled into four side walls of the box-shaped heat barrier structure 10. The cover 12 serves as a fifth heat insulation component and unites with the four components 14, 16, 18, 20 that constitute side walls of the box-shaped structure and is situated opposite the opening on the open side.

Abstract: Disclosed is a sheet that comprises protrusions comprising a first portion extending from a base by a second portion where a second portion diameter is less than a first portion diameter. Also disclosed is a sheet that comprises a first portion and a second portion extending from a symmetry plane, where the protrusions repeat across a length of the sheet along the symmetry plane where the first portion has a first portion diameter and the second portion has a second portion diameter and where the second portion diameter is less than the first portion diameter. A sheet comprising a plurality of cavities across a width of the sheet where each cavity extends the length of the sheet and the cavity has an opening diameter that is smaller than a body diameter is also disclosed.

Abstract: A roof load support structure supports a load on a sloping metal panel roof such that substantially all of the load is conveyed through rails, which are mounted on roof panel ribs, thence through the roof panel ribs, and to underlying building support structure. Minor portions of the load can be conveyed through an upper diverter and a lower closure. The upper diverter diverts water laterally away from the support structure, in two opposing directions to two opposing sides of the support structure.

Abstract: An attic stairway insulator assembly configured for placement within a building scuttle is provided. The building scuttle has a length and a width. The attic stairway insulator assembly includes a base configured to cover the building scuttle. The base has a length and a width corresponding generally to the length and the width of the building scuttle. A bag is seated on the base and has insulative material within a jacket. The bag has a length that is longer than the length of the base and a width that is wider than the width of the base such that portions of the bag having the insulative material drape over portions of the base.

Abstract: Disclosed are an inorganic fireproof and heat-insulating material and an article thereof. The material comprises the following components in weight ratio: 5 parts of A component, 5.5-7 parts of a bonding agent, and 1-1.5 parts of a curing agent, wherein the A component comprises perlite and vermiculite in a weight ratio of 1:4 to 4:1. Both the perlite and vermiculite are in particle form after expansion, and the bonding agent is an inorganic bonding agent. The material is formed by mixing the abovementioned components, then pouring same into a forming mold, and pressing. The present invention has good fireproof performance and heat insulation performance. A fireproof and heat-insulating plate made by mixing the expanded perlite, vermiculite, and elutriated mud (i.e. pottery clay) improves the strength thereof, and satisfies the requirements for an external wall on waterproofing, fireproof and heat insulation.

Abstract: A solar ridge vent includes an elongated laterally flexible panel having edge portions and ventilation grids extending along the edge portions. Channel members extend along the edge portions of the panel and define channels that have channel openings facing inwardly. The channels are sized to receive edges of auxiliary components to hold the auxiliary components on the ridge vent. The auxiliary components may be ridge cap shingles, slate cap shingles, light emitting emergency location panels, or fluid heating panels. In a preferred embodiment, solar power generating panels are configured to be mounted on the ridge vent with its edges held in the channels. A remote electrical box has chargeable batteries, a power inverter, and an AC outlet to provide electrical power in an emergency.