Abstract: A molding for concealing the edge of an automobile window, such as the rear window or the windshield, and the adjacent body panel, and also providing a seal and closeout for an adjacent access member such as the trunk lid or the hood. The molding is comprised of a first member having a portion composed of a soft polymeric member which retains and conceals an edge of the window, and has a harder integral portion; and a second member which acts as a seal and close-out for the nearer end of the access member. The second member has a harder portion which interengages the harder portion of the first member, and a softer portion which the access member contacts to provide the seal and closeout.

Abstract: A glass pane is equipped with an elastically resilient sealing profile. For fixing the sealing profile on the glass pane, a profile strand is glued to the glass pane and a sealing profile is secured to this strand. The profile strand consists of a hardened adhesive compound extruded directly onto the glass pane or onto a frame-like coating disposed on the glass pane. The profile strand has a channel-shaped cross-section and possesses lateral flanges which are equipped with inwardly oriented projections and thus form an insertion groove with back-cut zones for securing a push-in portion connected with the sealing portion of the sealing profile.

Abstract: An over-moulded frame for encapsulating motor vehicle windows in which in a plastics element over-moulded onto the edge of a window there is embedded a metal stiffening and support structure for the window edge and for a seal gasket for adjacent windows.

Abstract: A seal adapted to be mounted on an edge of an element such as, for example, a sheet metal panel or non-sliding glass of an automobile, and of the type comprising a sealing portion fixed to a channel or U-portion which can be engaged on the edge of the element, the seal comprising, at least one lip articulated to the channel and projecting into the interior of the channel, the lip having a portion for bearing elastically on a wall of the element, and of a profile in the form of an arc of a logarithmic spiral centered on a point of articulation of the lip on the channel, the sprial having a profile wherein the angle made by a radius vector of the spiral with the normal at the point of contact of the lip on the element is less than the angle of friction between the respective materials of the lip and the element.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a contoured window accessory for vehicles. The accessory is suited particularly for use in the rear view window space of a pickup truck or van. The accessory comprises a first panel integrally formed of a transparent material. The first panel preferably is wedge-shaped so that it protrudes from the vehicle. This gives the vehicle a sleek and stylish exterior appearance and at the same time creates additional usable space inside the vehicle. The window may further include a second panel also adapted for installation in the window space interior to the first panel. The second panel has apertures designed to support objects, such as the speaker components of a stereo system installed in the vehicle.

Abstract: A molding for a windshield has an upper molding portion, corner molding portions integral with opposite ends of the upper molding portion and side molding portions integral with the corner molding portion. Only the side molding portions have a groove lip extending therefrom for defining a rain water guide groove. The groove lip of each side molding portion has a projection length which progressively increases from the corner portion to the side portions. Further, each of the molding portions has an upper decoration portion, a lower clamp lip and a metal fitting connecting the upper decoration portion to the lower clamp lip.

Abstract: In a vehicle body, the aperture for the pane or window comprises a mounting flange stepped towards the interior of the vehicle. The pane of window is adhesively fixed to that mounting flange along a peripheral edge portion. Along the edge of the mounting flange remote from the aperture for the pane or window a gap sealing member is adhesively fixed to the stepped portion of the mounting flange. The gap sealing member is an endless hollow profile member corresponding in size to the perimeter of the pane or window and is elastically deformable. The use of such a gap sealing member is much less expensive that known sealing members of this kind, offers good appearance and may be easily mounted while it effectively seals the gap between vehicle body and pane or window against dirt and moisture.

Abstract: A dam rubber for a car window having a spacer function and a structure of an adhered window using the same are disclosed. The dam rubber comprises a laminate of at least two open-cell foamed layers having different compressive resistances.

Abstract: An automobile glass pane, intended for glueing to the fixing web of the window frame of an automobile body, is furnished along its edge with a profile strand of a hardened adhesive compound. This profile strand forms a no longer plastically deformable intermediate body between the glass pane and the adhesive strand. The profile strand is substantially of U-section and possesses anchorage projections. These anchorage projections produce a form-fitting and force-transmitting connection between the adhesive strand and the profile strand. They can additionally serve for the clamping fixing of different lugs, clips or profile strips.

Abstract: An improved panel mounting system for curtain wall construction of the type comprising a plurality of transparent and non-transparent panels secured to structural millions and disposed adjacent each other wherein the panels are constructed with an outer hollow region integrally formed with structural interconnection means.

Abstract: A motor vehicle molding assembly for concealing the space between the edges of a window panel and a door which are mounted to a pillar. The molding assembly has a retainer mounted to the pillar. The retainer has a first projection projecting generally perpendicular to the pillar, with a hook formed at the end of the first projection. A dual durometer molding has a rigid portion having a groove with a catch portion adapted to receive and engage the hook of the retainer to secure the molding to the door pillar. A pliable portion encases the rigid portion and has a pair of legs depending towards and engaging the retainer mounted to the pillar for biasing the dual durometer molding away from the retainer and maintaining the engagement of the hook with the catch portion. A continuous flexible lip is extruded integral with the pliable portion and bridges across the top of the legs and the interposed rigid portion.

Abstract: A molding for windshield of an automobile comprises a molding main body and an auxiliary plate, the molding main body consists of a leg portion to be fitted into a gap between the peripheral portion of the windshield and a window opening of the automobile body and a decorative portion for covering the gap. The auxiliary plate consists of an upper portion, side portions and corner portions which are fitted to the inner peripheral side of the decorative portion. The thickness of the side portions is greater than that of the upper portion. The inner peripheral side of the side portions is recessed to function as a rain groove.

Abstract: A synthetic resin window, e.g. for automotive vehicles, includes a window body portion in the form of a sheet of transparent or semi-transparent synthetic resin, and a frame portion formed of the same resin as the body portion and molded integrally therewith to extend along peripheral edge of the body portion. The outer surfaces of the body portion and the frame portion are covered by a hard coated layer and an opaque coated layer, respectively. The frame portion has a profile greater in thickness than the window body portion, while a hollow inner space is formed in the frame portion to extend continuously in the longitudinal direction of the frame portion.

Abstract: A system for attaching automotive trim to a vehicle door is disclosed. The system includes a weather stripping adapted to be secured on a flange of the vehicle. The weather stripping has a member for retaining the weather stripping on the flange and a member for sealing the weather stripping with the vehicle. An automotive trim strip with a retaining portion is coupled with the weather stripping to retain the trim strip onto the vehicle.

Abstract: A static seal strip has a base and a bulb. The base is adapted to be secured to the object to be sealed. The bulb includes an encapsulated sealant and is adapted to release the sealant upon exertion of a force onto the bulb to enable the sealant to seal the object.

Abstract: A first fastener component (26) is secured to an inner aircraft skin surface (6) by a mounting flange (12) and extends across a discontinuity (8) in the skin (2). A second fastener component (28) is secured to a rib (24) on the inner surface of a resilient blade (22) and extends through the discontinuity (8) into engagement with the first component (26). Inward pressure on the blade (22) urges the components (26, 28) into releasable locked engagement with each other. The components (26, 28) secure the blade (22) in a flattened use position in which it is substantially flush with and sealingly engages the outer skin surface (4). The blade (22) may be removed by inserting a tool under it and exerting a lifting force to disengage the components (26, 28). The blade (22) may be dimensioned to cover the outer ends of adjacent fasteners (14) extending through the skin (2). The blade (22) is preferably conductive to provide a continuous electrical path along the outer skin surface (4) across the discontinuity (8).

Abstract: A vehicle window molding installation including a molding concealing a space between a flange vehicle body panel and an edge of a window panel mounted on the body panel flange by a curable adhesive. The molding is a C-shaped channel member of plastic material fitted onto the edge of the window panel and having spaced apart outer and inner legs which forcibly grip the opposed outer and inner faces of the window panel. The channel member receives a bead of adhesive by which the channel member is adhesively mounted onto the window panel. A continuous flexible lip is extruded integral with the channel member and extends therefrom in a direction coplanar with the outer surface of the window panel and is effective upon mounting of the window panel upon the the body panel flange by the curable adhesive to bridge across the space between the window panel and the body panel.

Abstract: A glass reveal molding has a U-shaped clamping portion and an umbrella-shaped crown portion. The clamping portion is positioned on a bevel edge of a glass window or the like to provide a flush appearance with the glass window or the like.

Abstract: A device for mounting double-glazing onto a fixed frame is formed by two distinct members, the first of which at which is mechanically bonded to the double-glazing and the second is secured to the frame. The two members are coupled together by a pivotal connection. This device enables any stress applied to the glass to be considerably reduced, thus prolonging the life thereof and reducing the quantity of adhesive required.

Abstract: An insert which forms the show or finish surface (this surface exposed to the weather) for an elastomeric gasket in an encapsulated window assembly is thermo formed from a sheet of plastic and placed in the lower half of a mold. A sheet of glazing material is also placed in the lower mold half and an upper mold half is utilized to close the mold cavity. Gasket forming material is injected into the mold cavity to form a gasket in situ which adheres to both the peripheral marginal areas of the transparent sheet and the insert. The insert can be formed with a gate portion which extends into the gate area of the mold and prevents the gasket forming material from flowing onto the surface of the insert which is to be exposed in the final glazing. In one embodiment, the insert can be formed in its final configuration with a central opening leaving the transparent sheet exposed.

Abstract: An insulated, weatherproof window frame of synthetic resin material. The frame is comprised of inner and outer one-piece molded peripheral frame members both secured together with fasteners isolated from an outer surface of the outer frame member. The outer frame member also has an upper sash frame molded integral therewith and is formed with a sill provided with a water-evacuation slope and an integrally formed backsplash support wall disposed rearwardly on the sill. A lower moving sash is guidingly retained between the opposed parallel inner side walls rearwardly of the upper sash and sash has a lower sash frame member provided with a horizontal lower seal member for sealing support engagement with the backsplash support wall. The lower sash frame member has a depending protective flange spaced forwardly and overlying the seal member and cooperating with the backsplash support wall to isolate the seal member from water directed at the backsplash.

Abstract: According to the present invention, apertures are stamped in the outer flange of the vehicle body and a plurality of depressions are stamped into the inner panel of the vehicle body at a spacing corresponding with the spacing of the apertures of the outer panel. The panels are welded together with the outer panel flange overlying the inner panel flange and the plurality of apertures communicating with the plurality of depressions. The adhesive is applied and flows through the aperture and into the depressions. When the adhesive cures, the bead of adhesive has both an adhesive connection to the outer flange and also a mechanical connection with the inner and outer panels by virtue of having flowed into the depressions.

Abstract: A molding for mounting a window panel in a window opening larger than the window panel includes a yieldable elastomeric body having a first groove adapted to receive an edge of the window panel and a second groove adapted to receive an edge of the body panel. The molding has a deformable hollow tubular member embedded therein and extending in parallel relationship with the grooves. After the molding and the window panel are installed in the opening the tubular member is crushed and the deformation of the tubular member spreads the elastomeric molding into permanent engagement with the window panel and/or the body panel to thereby permanently and sealingly mount the window in the vehicle body. The molding preferably includes a base portion which fits between the edge of the glass and the edge of the body panel and first and second spaced apart legs which define the groove receiving the edge of one of the panels.

Abstract: An improved mounting system for attaching an automotive window panel to a window regulating mechanism for raising and lowering the window panel as a mounting bracket for connecting the window panel to the window regulating mechanism. The mounting bracket has a horizontal base member and a pair of leg members extending upwardly from the base member, thereby forming a U-shaped channel for receiving a bottom edge of the window panel. Each of the upwardly extending leg members has at least one opening therein for receiving a curable adhesive applied between the bottom edge of the window panel and the mounting bracket to adhesively hold the window panel in the generally U-shaped channel. The curable adhesive flows into the at least one opening to form a supplemental mechanical interlock between the mounting bracket and the window panel upon curing.

Abstract: In a window pane mounting arrangement, there is proposed an improved window moulding which can be neatly fitted to a clearance defined between the edge of the window pane and the peripheral flange of the window opening. The window moulding comprises an elongate band portion adapted to cover the clearance and a leg portion depending from the inboard surface of the band portion and disposed in the clearance. The improvement consists of openings in the leg portion to permit the flow of sealant therethrough to relieve pressure in the sealant while it cures, which pressure, if not relieved, would lift or otherwise adversely effect the positioning of the moulding.

Abstract: The present invention provides a retention system for use with a curable adhesive for retaining a glass window pane supported on a flange of an automotive vehicle body. The system has a glass window pane secured to the inner surface of a moulding. A flange is spaced a first distance from the outer surface of the moulding, and this flange is spaced a second distance from the rear surface of the moulding. The rear surface of the molding contains a trapezoidal or conical shaped recess. A curable adhesive is received within the first spaced distance, the second spaced distance and the trapezoidal or conical shaped recess to form a mechanical interlock within this recess.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to the mounting of windows in a frame, particularly to the mounting of windows of a vehicle, e.g. an automobile, in the body frame work. The invention provides a method for manufacturing a window ready to be mounted comprising, along its edges, a first profiled bead of adhesive material, already cured and having the general cross section of a U-profile. This first bead is elastic but not plastically deformable. The first bead comprises in its interior a second bead of plastically deformable not yet cured adhesive material consisting of a substance chemically compatible to the material of the first bead. The second bead, serving as the real adhesive material, is protected from environmental influences e.g. by covering it by a protection foil which is removed just prior to mounting the window.

Abstract: An optical transparency assembly suitable for use in applications where substantial pressure, temperature and humidity differentials between the air spaces on its opposite sides must be withstood, with one of its external surfaces maintaining a precise contour. One embodiment of the transparency assembly meets these requirements by including two separate transparent panels joined together at their peripheries with a narrow air space defined between them, with a unit being provided for conditioning the air in this narrow space such that it has a pressure, temperature and humidity substantially the same as that in the space adjacent the surface whose contour is to be maintained. Pressure, temperature and humidity gradients across one panel of the transparency assembly are minimized and that panel's contour is thereby precisely maintained.

Abstract: A closure device for access openings having a face plate attractively complementing the surface in which said opening occurs and manufally driven spring biased latching mechanisms for securing the device in closing relationship to such opening. Optional gasket means and insulative batt enhance the versatility of the device.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a molding member, for instance for automobile windshields, formed at least partly of an extruded body of a synthetic resin material, as well as a method of manufacturing such molding members. The molding member has an integral lip section in the form of a ridge which extends throughout the entire length, as well as a core element embedded in the main body to extend into the lip section. Typically, the lip section bears against the outer surface of the window pane along the upper portion to form a flush outer surface along junctions between the upper edge of the window pane and the body panel, but is spaced therefrom along the side portions to define a weir. The weir is formed by plastically deforming a predetermined portion of the core element. The weir prevents flow of rain water across the molding member and around the side of the vehicle the driver's or navigators' sight through a window.

Abstract: A vehicle door has a front loading glass run channel frame assembly. The glass run frame assembly is adapted to receive a vehicle window and enable movement of the same within a channel. The glass run frame assembly includes a mechanism to enable securing of the frame assembly to a flange of the vehicle door. Also, the frame assembly includes mirror trim which enables mounting of a side view mirror or the like. The frame assembly may be front loaded onto the vehicle door.

Abstract: A stationary window arrangement for a motor vehicle door is connected with an upright extending holding web by the interposition of a seal, and a holding rail being mounted at the lower edge area of the window. The holding web, the window, the holding rail, the seal, and an upper end piece for the holding web are prefabricated in a single operation to form a unit that is ready to be installed in the door.

Abstract: The blind panel is attached by an adhesive to an inner circumferential flange portion of a window frame panel of the automobile in position to externally cover a window frame panel opening. The structure includes the inner frame for supporting the blind panel. The structure is further provided with an adhesive apply portion for receiving the adhesive. A damming member for damming an outward flow of the adhesive is provided between each member.

Abstract: A molding construction for concealing the edge of a window of an automobile and the adjacent body structure and the space between, comprising outer and inner members. The outer member is made of a polymeric material, and the inner member is made of a softer polymeric material. The inner member is snapped around the edge of the window, and the outer member, which has a smooth continuous surface, is inserted into a portion of the inner member and provides an improved decorative effect. The outer member may be easily inserted or removed for touch-up or repair of the concealed portions.

Abstract: A window mounting assembly for the flush mounting of door lights or the like. The mounting assembly utilizes a pair of reversible female extrusions joined to a male extrusion secured within the mounting article. The male and female extrusions have dual durometer surfaces and flanges as sealing means between each other, the door, and the door light.

Abstract: A rubber sealing strip for use in conjunction with a curable adhesive for retaining an automotive window on a flange body pael in an automotive vehicle body has a cross section which allows improved retention of the window on the vehicle body. A flange on the flange body panel has an outer surface on which the window is retained by the curable adhesive. The rubber sealing strip has a first surface engaging an inner surface of the window and a second surface, opposite the first surface, engaging the flange. The first window engaging surface is wider than the second surface engaging the flange. The sealing strip has first and second side surfaces extending between the first and second surfaces forming a generally triangular cross-section. Upon assembly of the window to the flange, the sealing strip deforms in a manner wherein only a limited area of the flange is covered.

Abstract: A spacer for installation along the upper or lower horizontal edge of a vehicle windshield. The spacer is used to maintain the support bracket at a predetermined distance and perpendicular to the surface of the windshield. The spacer includes a first surface for contact with the windshield edge, a second surface for contact with the bracket, and a support surface which works a support element fastened to the bracket for maintaining the bracket substantially perpendicular to the edge of the windshield. The windshield, equipped with the spacer, can thus be positioned by itself by simple alignment of the spacer on the bracket support element while an adhesive is applied between the windshield and bracket and cures without further support.

Abstract: Preparation of a ready-to-assemble glazing intended to be glued in the frame of a window opening of the vehicle body. According to the invention, two adhesive beads (18,15) are deposited, simultaneously or immediately after one another, on glass sheet (1), or on an opaque coating (10) in the shape of a frame adhering to sheet (1). The adhesive compound that forms the first bead (18) is selected or treated so that this bead sets in a relatively short time. The adhesive compound forming the second bead (15) is selected or treated so that this bead (15) remains plastically deformable and adhesive for a sufficient period to be used directly for gluing the glazing in the window opening during its assembly. Adhesive bead (18), which sets in a short time, optionally makes it possible to fasten parts of the structure frame, for example a tearing wire (21), and it advantageously comprises a shaped sealing lip (20).

Abstract: A fire retardant window construction for a fire door comprises a trim strip having inner and outer members. The inner member is of a high density incombustible mineral material or ceramic and is nailed in position to securely and uniformly hold the pane of glass in the door opening. The outer trim member is of a fire retardant particle board and has an exposed wood veneer facing throughout. An intumescent caulking compound is applied between an inner portion of the outer trim member and the pane of glass.

Abstract: A glass reveal molding having a C-shaped clamping portion which applies a substantially even pressure on the windshield is disclosed. The equalized pressure of the clamping portion will substantially eliminate gapping around the radius and retain the molding on the windshield without gapping or rolling on the molding. The molding may include a mechanism to enable increased bonding area of the molding and the windshield. Also, the molding may include a metallic strip with one or more fingers forming one of the legs of the C-shaped retaining member. Also, a member to secure the molding onto the vehicle body may be included with the molding.

Abstract: An adjustable spacer for accurately positioning non-movable windows of an automotive vehicle within apertures formed in the vehicle bodies is provided which consists of a mounting member, an adjusting member molded together as a single unit joined by a strap, and engageable with each other in snap-fit relationship to a position where they are movable with respect to each other in a wedge-like action adjustably positioned by means of sets of ratchet teeth formed between them.

Abstract: An improved screen apparatus having a fabric frame and having a Velcro strip attached to one side of such fabric frame, with the mataching Velcro strip attached to the inside of a door frame or other opening at the top and sides thereof, whereby during use the screen device functions to form an adaptable, readily convertible screened-in enclosure.

Abstract: The trim strip is used for trimming a periphery of a windshield. The trim strip has, in cross section, a T shape including a cross member and a base member, the base member comprising a locating member. The locating member depends from the cross member and is adapted to engage onto a locating fixture.The windshield glass and trim assembly comprises a windshield glass having a trim strip bonded along an edge thereof to form an assembly having predetermined dimensions.The method for forming the assembly includes the steps of:a. movably attaching a trim strip to an end edge of the windshield;b. providing locating means on the trim strip;c. providing a locating mixture, the dimensions of which relate to the size of the vehicle opening;e. laying the windshield over the locating fixture;f. adjusting the position of the trim strip on the windshield so that the locating means on the trim strip lock onto the locating fixture; andg.

Abstract: The specification discloses a door light including a frame incorporated structurally into the door and a glass removable from the frame. The frame is fabricated of coextruded members each having a coextruded seal of lower durometer. Removable glass retainers or glazing stops are snap-fitted within the frame to retain the glass against the seal. Preferably, the glass retainers are biased against the glass to improve the seal and to accommodate glasses having slight thickness variations.

Abstract: A window assembly to be installed to an automotive vehicle body, and a production method of the same. The window assembly is comprised of a plastic molding securely formed at the peripheral section of a transparent glass plate such as a windshield glass of an automotive vehicle, along the whole periphery of the glass plate. The molding is integrally formed with a flange-section tightly cotractable with the surface of an outer panel of the vehicle body, and a projection securely fittable with the vehicle body outer panel when the window assembly is installed to the vehicle body. The molding is further formed with a depression for effectively retaining adhesive between the molding and the vehicle body outer panel.

Abstract: A sealed double glazing unit includes a mounting system, disposed in at least one corner of the inner and outer panes, for mounting of the unit to a supporting member. The mounting system includes a torus extending between the panes coaxially with the pane apertures in the corner and having the end surfaces thereof secured to facing surfaces of the panes about the pane apertures, a sleeve extending through the hole of the torus and having its end portions disposed at least partially within respective ones of the pane apertures, and sealant securing the outer surface of the sleeve to the inner surface of the torus and preferably the pane apertures as well. A method of making the unit is also disclosed.

Abstract: A window molding which is made of nonrigid plastics and which is attached to a vehicle body and a window glass, wherein the molding has contacting portions which come into contact with the vehicle body and the window glass and which are made of softer nonrigid plastics.

Abstract: According to the present invention, apertures are stamped in the outer flange of the vehicle body and a plurality of depressions are stamped into the inner panel of the vehicle body at a spacing corresponding with the spacing of the apertures of the outer panel. The panels are welded together with the outer panel flange overlying the inner panel flange and the plurality of apertures communicating with the plurality of depressions. The adhesive is applied and flows through the aperture and into the depressions. When the adhesive cures, the bead of adhesive has both an adhesive connection to the outer flange and also a mechanical connection with the inner and outer panels by virtue of having flowed into the depressions.

Abstract: A molding having connection with high strength, which comprises: two moldings connected with each other, each of the two moldings including a decorative trim portion as an outer part and being provided therein with a core material having a notched portion with at least one concave portion and at least one convex portion; and a connecting portion for connecting the two moldings, the connecting portion including a connecting decorative trim portion of which the cross sectional shape is continuously varied so as to continuously connect the cross sectional shapes of the two moldings; the respective notched portions of the two moldings being engaged with each other, and the periphery of the engaged portions being molded into one body as the connecting decorative trim portion so as to form the connecting portion. And a method of producing the same.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to the mounting of windows in a frame, particularly to the mounting of windows of a vehicle, e.g. an automobile, in the body frame work. The invention provides a window ready to be mounted comprising, along its edges, a first profiled bead of adhesive material, already cured and having the general cross section of an U-profile. This first bead is elastic but not plastically deformable. The first bead comprises in its interior a second bead of plastically deformable not yet cured adhesive material consisting of a substance chemically compatible to the material of the first bead. The second bead, serving as the real adhesive material, is protected from environmental influences e.g. by covering it by a protection foil which is removed just prior to mounting the window.