Abstract: A chromogenic window panel assembly, and a chromogenic skylight each includes an outer panel and a chromogenic member having an optical property which varies according to an applied signal. A chromogenic light pipe includes a light harvesting member and a chromogenic member having an optical property which varies according to an applied signal. A chromogenic vehicle sunroof, a chromogenic aircraft window assembly, and a chromogenic window assembly each includes a panel having a particular panel contour corresponding to a surface contour and a chromogenic panel having an optical property which varies according to an applied signal. A chromogenic block includes two panels and a chromogenic panel having an optical property which varies according to an applied signal.

Abstract: A self-adhesive laminate for sealing window frames includes an aluminum layer having a first side and a second side, a polyester layer adhered to the first side of the aluminum layer, an adhesive layer adhered to the second side of the aluminum layer, and a release paper overlying the adhesive remote from the aluminum layer. This laminate reduces or eliminates the overheating problems common in prior art tapes.

Abstract: The invention concerns a layout of shop window profiles (1, 2), assembled edge to edge, by their ends, (e1, e2), whereas said layout comprises means for fastening said profiles together.

Abstract: The invention concerns a layout of shop window profiles (1, 2), assembled edge to edge, by their ends, (e1, e2), whereas said layout comprises means for fastening said profiles together.

Abstract: The present invention provides a glass sheet having a hole for attachment of the sheet to a vehicle body. The hole includes a through hole and a thin part in contact with the through hole. A bolt is fitted so that the head of the bolt is fitted in the thin part.

Abstract: The subject of the invention is a roof window frame with two opposite parts (1) determining the window height, having in their outer side wall on their full length a rectangular recess (2) with a supporting surface (2a) facing the roof, and having through fixing holes (3) between the frame surface above the glazing plane and the parallel supporting surface (2a) of the recess (2). The method of embedding and fixing the window frame in the roof following the invention includes inserting the window frame in an opening of matching size in the roof surface so that the supporting surface (2a) of the recess (2) in the side parts (1) rests on the rafter framing elements of the roof, and then screwing it down to these elements with screws inserted in the through holes (3) in the side parts (1).

Abstract: A window case includes a main frame formed of a pair of vertical sections and a pair of horizontal sections. Each section has an outwardly open U-shaped channel extending longitudinally along the section, each channel having a front sidewall, an inner bottom wall and a rear sidewall opposite the front sidewall. A limb extends longitudinally along each of the sections and frontwards from an outer edge portion of the front sidewall thereof. The limbs of each of the vertical sections and the horizontal sections together define an intermediate window frame. A pane frame securing a window pane is mounted on the intermediate window frame.

Abstract: A flashing assembly includes an inner lip that fits within a rough opening. Bonded to the inner lip is an outer flange that covers a portion of a wall around a rough opening. An outer flap is bonded to the outer flange. Once a window or door is installed in the rough opening, the outer flap is sealed to a nailing flange of the window. In one embodiment of the invention, the inner lip and at least a portion of the outer flange and potentially the outer flap are formed of an extrusion. Alternatively, the inner lip and outer flange may be adhered to the window or door jamb and nailing flange.

Abstract: The invention concerns an arrangement for improving the thermal insulation of windows in which the outer face of the window frame (1) is provided with a casing (5) of weatherproof material which forms a cavity (17) and has the side of the casing not adjacent the masonry (8) turned inward toward the pane of glass (3) where it is fitted with a permanently elastic gasket (10) which makes contact with the glass. The cavity is filled completely with thermal insulation material. Using the arrangement according to the invention allows a thermal transmittance value for the complete window (Uw-value) of less than 1 to be achieved.

Abstract: A window assembly for a mass transit vehicle adapted to receive a transparent protective member to be positioned adjacent an inner surface of a piece of window glazing by a set of retaining brackets that provide rapid removal of the member without having to remove the retaining brackets. The retaining brackets enclose all four edges of the vehicle window glazing and incorporate a defined space between the window glazing an the inner surface of the retaining brackets. The protective member is positioned within the defined space and can be moved between a secured position and a release position.

Abstract: A force resistant door and window framing system has blast, forced entry, and ballistic resistant frame sections each formed of a single basic monolithic, homogenous steel component. Each section is extruded or drawn through a die to provide the desired cross sectional shape, incorporating features for precluding forced entry, whether by hand, ballistic firearm, or blast, at least to the limits of strength of the structure. The sections (jamb and header for doors, or stile, header, and sill for windows) are then welded at their mating ends to form a single, rigid structure, with an additional interior stop provided for the window within a window frame. The present invention is far superior to such structures of the prior art which are formed of a relatively large number of stock components, thus requiring extensive linear welds and resulting in a considerably heavier and yet weaker structure.

Abstract: The window frame structure of the roof window is secured to the main frame structure within a predetermined range of the opening angle by means of a securing device comprising at least one torsion member. The torsion member is torsionally biased in the opening direction of the window and includes engagement means at a distance from the pivot axis for engagement with corresponding engagement means on the window frame structure. The securing device is automatically activated and deactivated during mounting and dismounting of the window frame from the main frame.

Abstract: A two-piece mullion reinforcement is provided for use in forming an assembly of windows. A first member is fastenable to a portion of a first window frame, and includes at least one piloting tab that extends along and projects outwardly from a surface of the first member. A second member is likewise fastenable to a portion of a second window frame, and includes at least one pilot receptacle that is formed on a surface of the second member. The pilot tab and pilot receptacle comprise mutually complementary profiles so as to be engagable with one another when the first window frame is assembled to the second window frame. The first member also includes a first portion of at least one latch and the second member includes a second portion of the at least one latch that is complementary to the first portion so that when the first window frame is assembled to the second window frame the first member and the second member cooperate to form at least one latch.

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: Disclosed is a window assembly for use in mass transit vehicles which allows the quick and easy removal and replacement of transparent sacrificial glazing panels which protect the glazing of the window from vandalism and wear. The window assembly utilizes a sacrificial protective panel and mounting arrangement which allows quick and easy replacement of protective panels on one or both sides of the window assembly, but inhibits removal by non-maintenance personnel such as vandals. The frame of the window assembly incorporates one or more retainers which fit into slots along the interior sides of the window frame and sandwich the glazing between the frame and the retainers. In turn, the retainers are essentially “locked” into position in the frame by an inner protective panel, which significantly inhibits the removal of the retainers from the window assembly when the protective panel is in its desired position against the windowpane.

Abstract: A brace for protecting windows and buildings during a high wind storm is disclosed. The brace includes a rigid member sized so as to fit within a window frame containing the window to be protected, and double-sided tape affixed to one side of the rigid member for affixing the rigid member to the window to be protected. Various method for imparting a force to the brace to cause it to become firmly wedged within the window frame of the window and building to be protected are also disclosed, and include the use of the installer's hands, the use of a hinged member rotatably connected to the brace which is capable of being wedged against the window frame, the use of a swing arm connected to the brace which can be firmly wedged against the window frame, and the use of a ratchet to advance a dampening member from within the brace to firmly engage the window frame. Methods of using the disclosed brace are also disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed is a window assembly for use in mass transit vehicles which allows the quick and easy removal and replacement of transparent sacrificial glazing panels which protect the glazing of the window from vandalism and wear. The window assembly utilizes a sacrificial protective panel and mounting arrangement which allows quick and easy replacement of protective panels on one or both sides of the window assembly, but inhibits removal by non-maintenance personnel such as vandals. The frame of the window assembly incorporates one or more retainers which fit into slots along the interior sides of the window frame and sandwich the glazing between the frame and the retainers. In turn, the retainers are essentially “locked” into position in the frame by an inner protective panel, which significantly inhibits the removal of the retainers from the window assembly when the protective panel is in its desired position against the windowpane.

Abstract: A support for a window, includes a plurality of edge parts defining an opening to receive a window wherein at least one of the edge parts includes a first abutment surface and a second abutment surface, the fist abutment surface being substantially planar and the second abutment surface being curved, each abutment surface being adapted to engage a window of a corresponding configuration.

Abstract: A window system using air loops to completely isolate air seals from water seals. As a result of the separation of air seals from water seals, the window system can tolerate imperfect seals anywhere in the system while maintaining high resistance to water infiltration.

Abstract: Window drain comprises, in general, a base having a horizontally extending lower surface and a sloping downwardly and outwardly upper surface. To the base are connected: a front flange, an upstanding rear rib, an end flange at each end, window supports and spacers attached on the front flange. In one embodiment, the window drain is made for a window of a specific width. In another embodiment, the window drain, is versatile so it can be used for windows of different widths. In a third embodiment, the window drain can be made, in situ, for different window widths.

Abstract: A reinforced locking mechanism for a casement window comprising at least one first eye hinge attached to any of a hanging stile, a shutting stile, a top rail and a bottom rail of the window sash, and at least one corresponding second eye hinge attached to a shutting jamb, a hanging jamb, an upper frame head and a lower frame sill of the window frame, respectively. Corresponding first and second eye hinges have coaxial eye portions and defining between them a longitudinal axis. A locking rod is displaceable along the longitudinal axis between a locked state in which it engages both the first and second eye hinges, and an unlocked state in which it is disengaged from at least one of the first and second eye hinges.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device and method for installing muntin bars and in particular a muntin grating, i.e. a muntin cross, into a frame, i.e. a spacer frame of an insulated glass window, comprising a device for realizing an accurate graded positioning of the muntin bars or the muntin grating within the spacer frame and also for an accurate junction provided there between. Said device further comprises a rectangular mounting frame having four frame pieces, which frame is inclined with respect to the vertical plane, and tie-bars movably supported by the frame for fixing and machining spacer frames of different sizes together with respective muntin bars, i.e. a respective muntin grating, and an apparatus for arranging and fixing said muntin bars or the muntin grating within the spacer frame of for example an insulated glass window.

Abstract: A system for forming a glazed structure, such as a wall of a conservatory or sun room, comprising a base member, support posts mountable on the base member and capable of receiving on at least one side a window frame and an eaves beam mountable on the support posts.

Abstract: A composite frame or profile member for windows, doors, facades and the like, has low thermal conductivity between the region separated by the frame member and has two spaced apart profiles connected by conductivity-limiting webs which have cleats engaged in grooves of the structural shapes. The webs are bridged by two or more ribs which can be perpendicular to the webs or inclined to them and the sum of the rib and web thicknesses when the ribs are perpendicular to the web should be not less than 3.8 mm, and when the ribs are inclined to the webs should be not less than 1.6 mm.

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.

Abstract: A window or door has a glass pane (2). In order to secure the pane (2), e.g. against fall-out under impact load or against forced entry, an adhesive film (3) covers the pane (2) and overlaps the surrounding inside surface (4) of a frame (1). Clamping profile (5) is attached along the inside surface (4) of the frame (1) adjacent the pane (2) to clamp the overlapping edge (31) of the film (3) against the frame (1). The clamping profile (5) has a gasket (11) abutting against the film (3) on the pane (2). In order to secure against increased impact loads and hinder tearing of the film (3), the profile (5) has a curved portion (8) and the gasket (11) protrudes from the profile (5) so as to form a space (15) around the curved portion (8) and allow stretching movement of the film (3) around the curved portion (8) during an impact.

Abstract: A security window or security door that impedes forced entry or penetration by projectiles includes a jamb frame (2) and a panel frame (3) that is pivotably mounted in the jamb frame. The jamb frame and the panel frame are constructed from hollow profile members (5, 6, 8, 9) having hollow chambers (17, 18) extending longitudinally therein and including solid edge portions (14, 15). The solid edge portion (14) of the jamb frame (2) overlaps the solid edge portion (15) of the panel frame (3) in an overlap area (25) when the door or window is closed, while leaving a convoluted or non-linear gap (16) between the jamb frame and the panel frame through the overlap area. Inserts (23, 24) that help impede forced entry and/or bullet penetration can optionally be disposed in the respective hollow chambers, to easily adapt the degree of security provided by the door or window to the security requirements of any particular situation.

Abstract: A two-piece mullion reinforcement is provided for use in forming an assembly of windows. A first member is fastenable to a portion of a first window frame, and includes at least one piloting tab that extends along and projects outwardly from a surface of the first member. A second member is likewise fastenable to a portion of a second window frame, and includes at least one pilot receptacle that is formed on a surface of the second member. The pilot tab and pilot receptacle comprise mutually complementary profiles so as to be engagable with one another when the first window frame is assembled to the second window frame. The first member also includes a first portion of at least one latch and the second member includes a second portion of the at least one latch that is complementary to the first portion so that when the first window frame is assembled to the second window frame the first member and the second member cooperate to form at least one latch.

Abstract: A multi-sheet glazing unit includes a closed spacer frame, the spacer frame has one side having a pair of legs joined to a base to provide the spacer frame with a U-shaped cross-section. An inner sheet has an edge mounted in an edge receiving member mounted between the legs of the U-shaped side of the spacer frame. The remaining edges of the inner sheet are within the interior of the closed spacer frame and spaced from the spacer frame. The inner sheet is held within the spacer frame by sheet retaining members mounted to the spacer frame. A sheet e.g. glass sheet is secured by a moisture-impervious adhesive to outer surface of each of the legs of the spacer frame. One type of sheet retaining members has a horizontal member and a vertical member, and a locking member. The locking member is mounted on the horizontal member spaced from the vertical member to form a groove to hold the inner sheet within the closed interior of the spacer frame.

Abstract: A firefighter training device, for training a firefighter proper techniques for breaking and clearing a window, using a frame defining a framed space, a plurality of transparent impact resistant panels which are arranged coplanarly to fill the framed space, and a plurality of panel retaining assemblies which selectively hold the panels in position. Once the panels are formed into a window like configuration, the panels are struck, causing one of the panels to break away as the panel retaining assembly releases that panel. Then, the remaining panels are struck to cause those panels to break away and to simulate the proper action of clearing the window after it has been initially broken. Following the exercise, the panels are restored to the frame so that the exercise may be repeated.

Abstract: A window sash (3) is mounted on a stationary frame (2) so as to be only rotatable about a horizontal axis but not tiltable using a lower corner bearing (5) such as is also used for turning-tilting fittings, and using an upper hinge bearing (9), which is connected to the sash via a support arm (11). The support arm (11) is sufficiently flexible in the vertical direction in order to be able to follow the vertical adjustment movements of the sash which are carried out at the corner bearing (5). Using a guide part (29a) engaging in the rabbet groove of the sash (3), the support arm (11) is guided vertically and is supported against motions perpendicular to the sash plane.

Abstract: The invention relates in particular to a separable fastener system for fixing together an element, e.g. a vehicle window, and at least one other member, such as a brake light. The system includes an intermediate structure such as a gasket made of elastically deformable material; intermediate fixing means; a positioning surface; and a stud with an expansion space around the stud, and an orifice associated with a housing for holding captive a shank without injuring the orifice.

Abstract: In order to provide a wall segment for a wall of a cabin, especially a cabin for a paint spraying plant, comprising a supporting construction which, for its part, comprises substantially vertically aligned posts and substantially horizontally aligned crossbeams, and planking which is held on the supporting construction and comprises a front face that faces the interior of the cabin when in its mounted state and extends over substantially the full height of the wall segment, and a window section arranged in the front face, which is easy to clean and is extremely reliable in operation, it is suggested that the front face of the planking is in the form of a plane surface free of horizontally extending bend- or fold-lines.

Abstract: A frame assembly includes a non-combustible rigid filler sheet supported within a surrounding support frame made from lengths of a structural frame member joined together. The structural frame member has an elongate body extruded from a heat meltable material and has longitudinally extending cavities. Intumescent material is located in selected cavities.

Abstract: A glazed roof comprises glazing bars supporting glazing panels secured to a supporting structure by means of screws through fixing blocks mounted at the glazing bar ends, the fixing blocks having provision for receiving and directing the fixing screws.

Abstract: An IR window frame assembly for use within an aircraft is manufactured at a high temperature with both the window pane and the window frame of the window frame assembly having beveled surfaces. These beveled surfaces are placed in direct contact during manufacture. As a result, the window frame assembly maintains a low radar cross section (RCS) while allowing the window assembly to be small enough to conform with aerodynamic tolerances required in an aircraft.

Abstract: The photochromic compounds of the invention correspond to the formula: in which Th2 represents a bithienyl group in one of the positions 5 to 10 of the naphthenic ring system system, R1 denotes a bithienyl or trithienyl group and R2 denotes a bithienyl, trithienyl, aryl, naphthyl, thienyl, furyl, pyrrolyl or N-alkylpyrrolyl group.

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 relatively high perm pliable moisture barrier material pliable sheet material exhibits a breathable perm value, e.g., over 0.4, that repels liquid water applied to a surface thereof and which permits water vapor to permeate therethrough in response to a pressure differential thereacross to preclude substantial condensation collection in the interior of said wall at the opening while providing a water barrier to liquid water applied thereto is applied to corners of the window opening in a wall as a plurality of corner seals with leg portions for application to the face of sheathing and leg portions for overlying the sill, jambs and head of the opening at the corners. Flanges may be included for sealing the sheet material to an interior vapor barrier material. Sill, jamb and head seals are applied over the corner seals and over the sill, head and jambs to completely seal the window opening with the sheet material.

Abstract: A window assembly for a mass transit vehicle adapted to receive a transparent protective member to be positioned adjacent an inner surface of a piece of window glazing by a set of retaining brackets that provide rapid removal of the member without having to remove the retaining brackets. The retaining brackets enclose all four edges of the vehicle window glazing and incorporate a defined space between the window glazing an the inner surface of the retaining brackets. The protective member is positioned within the defined space and can be moved between a secured position and a release position.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a four piece molded acrylic kit and method for trimming an interior window. Each piece is oversized in order to be cut down and fitted onto the existing window jamb. The pieces overlap and create a water barrier once the kit is sealed. Each piece is dimensioned, arranged, and interconnected to cover the window jamb and the wall surface that circumscribes the window opening. The pieces are attached to the window jamb by butyl tape and finished with silicone and a sealant finisher.

Abstract: A support for glazing panels for use in constructing pitched glazed roofs comprises a bracket securable to a glazing bar, a peg positionally adjustable relative to the bracket and securable thereby and a buffer mountable on the peg for abutment by a glazing panel.

Abstract: A muntin connector includes male and female connecting members each having a length, a thickness, and a width greater than the thickness. The connecting members are configured to be assembled together in a direction transverse to the length and width directions so that the connecting members cannot be disassembled by pulling apart in the length direction.

Abstract: A refrigerated enclosure frame including a frame member having a forward facing channel and at least one power transmission wire located within the forward facing channel.

Abstract: An insert for a glazing unit includes a body having a width and a height. The insert is configured to fit within the spacer of the glazing unit. A typical glazing unit has at least two outer glazing sheets separated by a substantially rigid, U-shaped spacer disposed about the perimeter of the sheets to create an interior cavity between the outer sheets and the spacer. The width and height of the body of the insert are adapted to allow the insert to fit within the U-shaped spacer. The spacer has a longitudinal length dimension substantially equal to the perimeter of the glazing sheets. The body of the insert also has a longitudinal length dimension substantially equal to the length of the spacer. The body of the insert is fabricated from a non-flowable material having substantially stable dimensions. In one embodiment of the invention, the insert includes an inwardly facing, intermediate glazing sheet-receiving channel that is adapted to slidably receive and position an intermediate glazing sheet.

Abstract: Fire door or window, comprised essentially of a glass pane that is embedded in a metal frame that surrounds it, whereby the fire door has a modular construction and thereby is comprised of at least one door panel that is formed by two glass panes that are separated by profiles, whereby the glass panes extend almost to the edge of the door panel and the profiles realized in the form of hollow chamber profiles are connected to form a frame, whereby the frame is covered by a partial enameling of the glass panes, and there can be a transparent fireproofing agent between the separated glass panes.

Abstract: The plastic back-up shear plate is laterally disposed with generally a spring fit into the outwardly facing mouth of a metal window frame. The outwardly facing frame mouth is formed and defined by the window frame elongated hollow body and particularly by outer wall elements which face each other in an opposing manner. The plastic back-up shear plate has laterally disposed opposite outer edge portions which are interlockable on corresponding outer wall elements of hollow body metal window frame which wall elements define the mouth of the window frame. In a perpendicular direction, the back-up shear plate has a opposing edge portions with interlock on window frame mouths having a slightly different dimension. The plastic back-up shear plate lateral lips to lock onto lateral frame mouths having different dimensions for different sized frames. The shear plate is constructed and arranged to fit, with appropriate change in orientation, window frames of two different mouth openings.

Abstract: A roof beam construction for use in constructing conservatory roofs comprises a glazing bar and an upper capping therefor having gaskets along edges thereof for sealing on a roofing panel to be supported by the glazing bar and means for locating the capping on the glazing bar, wherein the upper capping has its sides stepped inwardly and its gasket material on inwards ends of said stepped sides.

Abstract: A sliding structure, includes a frame, at least one sliding sash received in the frame, with the sliding sash having upper and lower locking bars. An actuating mechanism is provided for moving the upper and lower locking bars of the sliding sash in opposite directions, to thereby allow attachment of the sliding sash to the frame at several positions.

Abstract: A window or door sash of the type having a sash frame for receiving a transparent sheet, which is retained in the sash frame by a plurality of removably mounted glazing beads. A plurality of overlying wooden or other decorative covering members are each attached only to a glazing bead and extend over both the glazing beads and the interiorly facing surfaces of the sash frame. This arrangement provides the aesthetic beauty of wood, the durability of vinyl, aluminum, fiberglass or composite window working components, no unsightly fasteners and the easy and convenient replacement of a broken glass without damage to the wood or other components and without requiring complete replacement of the entire sash.