Abstract: A system for mounting wall panels to a wall, includes wall panels, each including a main wall panel, and at least two bent end sections with a cut-out section and a wall thickness; and a plurality of main fastening extrusions, each including a base section to be secured to the wall, and two parallel, spaced apart flexible and resilient bent end securing walls extending from the base section, each bent end securing wall including a projection facing the other bent end securing wall, the bent end securing walls spaced apart corresponding to the wall thickness of two bent end sections, such that pressing of the bent end sections into the spacing between the bent end securing walls causes biasing away of the bent end securing walls until the projections engage in respective cut-out sections with the bent end sections being at least in near abutting relation.

Abstract: A modular system for a sub-ceiling composed of a plurality of substantially horizontal side-by-side panels includes a plurality of beams, which are designed to be secured to a floor in substantially horizontal positions, each beam having a substantially U-shaped cross section, with a pair of substantially vertical side walls, and a plurality of interface members, which are designed to be coupled to the side walls for securing respective sub-ceiling panels to each of the beams. The interface members have quick connection system for snap connection with no universal connection members to the outer side surfaces of the substantially vertical side walls. Each beam has at least one pair of lateral connecting members outwardly projecting and each firmly associated with a respective substantially vertical lateral wall.

Abstract: A fence includes at least two uprights (1) and a plurality of panels (2) extending one above the other substantially horizontally between the uprights. The panels can be made from WPC. The uprights contain a longitudinal recess (3) receiving panel holding elements (4), each being adapted to hold and fix one or more panels in any of several angular positions. A siding system for a building comprises a plurality of panel-like siding elements (20) having an upper and lower side as well as a front and back side. The upper side (21) is strip-shaped extending at the back side of the siding element. The lower side has a recess (22) adapted to receive the strip-shaped upper side. The back side of the siding elements are provided with at least one cavity (23) between the upper and lower sides. A plurality of clips (25) are adapted to be attached to the building and are formed to snap into the cavity of the siding elements.

Abstract: A screw device for fixing insulating panels together is made in one piece from synthetic material and includes a head and a shank. The head has a flat surface for abutment on one of the insulating panels, a surface opposite the abutment surface having at least one drive wing, which extends to a distance greater than 10 mm from the opposite surface. The shank includes an elongate body extending from the head and substantially perpendicular to the abutment surface. The screw has a point arranged at an end of the body opposite the head, and at least one helical thread, which extends at least over part of at least one of the point and body, and is spaced from the head. The helical thread has a diameter that increases towards the head, a portion having a frustum-shaped envelope, and a pitch greater than 8 mm.

Abstract: An external insulation wall having grid-reinforced insulation board anchored with mechanical devices includes: a base course wall (1), wherein a leveling and bonding layer (2), grid-reinforced insulation boards (3), plastic expansion anchor bolts (4), a thin plaster protecting layer (5), and a finishing layer (6) are provided on the base course wall (1) from inside to outside in turn. Holes are dilled on the grid-reinforced insulation boards (3), and the grid-reinforced insulation boards (3) are directly fixed on the base course wall with the plastic expansion anchor bolts (4), in such a manner that all load of an external insulation system is born by the plastic expansion anchor bolts (4), and the plastic expansion anchor bolts (4) transmits the load to the base course wall (1). The external insulation wall can solve technical problems of low bearing capacity and difficult surface treatment caused by an old base course wall.

Abstract: A construction method for insulating a building exterior. The method includes fixing an L-shaped anchor provided with a vertical portion and a horizontal portion on a building exterior wall, fixing a bracket, and fixing a plurality of lightweight stone insulating panels. The bracket includes a horizontal support portion, an upward fixing portion bent upward from the horizontal support portion, a downward fixing portion bent downward from the horizontal support portion, and an extending support portion extending forward from the horizontal support portion to the L-shaped anchor. The lightweight stone insulating panels includes an insulating board, a stone plate attached to a front surface of the insulating board, and a reinforcing board attached to a rear surface of the insulating board to the building exterior wall. The stone plate is supported by the extending support portion.

Abstract: A system for mounting wall panels to a wall, includes wall panels, each including a main wall panel, and at least two bent end sections with a cut-out section and a wall thickness; and a plurality of main fastening extrusions, each including a base section to be secured to the wall, and two parallel, spaced apart flexible and resilient bent end securing walls extending from the base section, each bent end securing wall including a projection facing the other bent end securing wall, the bent end securing walls spaced apart corresponding to the wall thickness of two bent end sections, such that pressing of the bent end sections into the spacing between the bent end securing walls causes biasing away of the bent end securing walls until the projections engage in respective cut-out sections.

Abstract: The present invention relates particularly to photovoltaic roofing systems in which photovoltaic elements are integrated on a roof deck with conventional roofing materials. In one aspect, a photovoltaic roofing system includes a two-part tee element disposed on a roof deck, the two-part tee element comprising a base piece including a central portion; two opposed horizontally-extending first and second flanges extending from the central portion, and a top piece attachment feature formed in the central portion, and a top piece including a base piece attachment feature mated with the top piece attachment feature of the base piece; and a vertically extending portion extending from the base piece attachment feature. A first photovoltaic element can be disposed on the roof adjacent the base piece with its edge disposed on the horizontally-extending first flange of the base piece of the two-part tee element.

Abstract: Described is a method for making façades of buildings, comprising the following operations: fixing on an external wall (6) of a building a plurality of support elements (2), each projecting from the wall (6) and equipped with an insulating sleeve (4); applying and bonding to the wall (6) a plurality of insulating panels (15) made of expanded polystyrene, letting terminal ends (14) of the support elements (2), each surrounded by the respective insulating sleeve (4), protrude beyond the insulating panels (15); putting on the insulating sleeves (4) a plurality of bearing panels (16) made of fibre cement; applying and bonding the bearing panels (16) on the insulating panels (15); constraining a plurality of discrete finishing elements (23), such as stone slabs or tiles, to the bearing panels (16).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system and a method for covering a surface of a wall, preferably the surface of a wall of a ship, more preferably the surface of the deck of a ship. The system according to the invention comprises: a number of first wall-covering elements; two mounting assemblies, each comprising a second wall-covering element and a connecting assembly for releasable connection of the second wall-covering element to the surface of the wall for covering; and a number of first coupling elements for coupling the first wall-covering elements to the mounting assemblies.

Abstract: The invention relates to a thermal insulation composite system, comprising a plurality of panel-shaped thermal insulating bodies and a plurality of fixing devices for fixing the thermal insulating bodies to an external wall of a building, wherein each of the fixing devices contains a fixing plate for fixing the fixing device to the outer wall, a connecting bridge mounted on the surface side of the fixing plate, and an insert plate that is fixed to the fixing plate via the connecting bridge in a plane substantially parallel to the fixing plate. At least a first portion of the insert plate is designed for relative engagement in the first slot of at least a first of the thermal insulation bodies. The connecting bridge is designed for complete relative engagement in a second slot of the at least one first thermal insulation body, said second slot corresponding to the thickness of the connecting bridge.

Abstract: A mounting clip and a system for mounting a vertical panel from a support member suspended from a ceiling. The mounting clip has a panel mounting section, a support member receiving portion, and a movable mounting section. The support member receiving portion extends from the panel mounting section. The movable mounting section can be rotated relative to the support member receiving portion to secure the mounting clip to the support member.

Abstract: [Problem] To be able to reliably fix a solar battery module in an appropriate position on a roof, to have light weight and few components, and to be able to reliably prevent slipping and perform grounding during temporary placement when the fixing position of the solar battery module is adjusted. [Solution] The present invention comprises: a base metal fitting fixed to a rooftop surface; a height-adjusting metal fitting capable of sliding in a vertical direction relative to the base metal fitting; a position-adjusting metal fitting capable of sliding in a horizontal direction relative to the height-adjusting metal fitting; and a fixing metal fitting for sandwiching and fixing the solar battery module between the fixing metal fitting and the position-adjusting metal fitting from the top and bottom, the fixing metal fitting being attached relative to the position-adjusting metal fitting.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for mounting modular panels in elevators cabs and on building walls with a plurality of side assemblies including frame member for supporting modular panel and for wall mounting the panels. Devices and method are disclosed for alignment of multiple panels fitted to a wall.

Abstract: A wall surfacing system for providing a secondary ceiling or wall covering structure adjacent a primary structure. The system provides a plurality of elongated structural support rails, each of these support rails have a coupling web with a bearing surface for attachment to the primary structure, a coupling mechanism, and a stringer portion integrally formed with and connecting the coupling web to the coupling mechanism. A plurality of generally planar surface panels are provided. Each panel has an integral interlocking member configured to mate with the coupling mechanism on the support rail. The elongated support rails are secured to primary structures, thereby extending the surface panels to form an aesthetically pleasing covered surface.

Abstract: A lining comprising at least two profiled frame elements extending in a longitudinal direction along the surface to be covered in spaced relationship to each other and at least one membrane element having a face side and a reverse side remote from the face side and disposed between the profiled frame elements and connected to the profiled frame elements, at least partially, by means of rearwardly engaging attachment means, wherein the membrane element, when in a loose state, is capable of moving freely in the longitudinal direction and, in particular, is free to move into and out of an space between the profiled frame elements. The lining further comprises means adapted to one-dimensionally or two-dimensionally taughten the membrane element in the transverse and longitudinal directions between the profiled frame elements.

Abstract: A ceiling tile suspension system comprising a clip member, a suspension track releasably securable to the clip member and a ceiling tile suspension rail releasably securable to the suspension track. The clip member is securable to a structural component of a ceiling and has an upper surface and a pair of downwardly depending sides. The suspension track is releasably securable to the clip member and has a pair of upwardly extending legs. At least the sides of the clip member or the legs of the suspension track are horizontally resiliently displaceable to releasably secure the suspension track to the clip member.

Abstract: A bracket apparatus for an insulated building structure includes: a sheathing mounting element including a mounting surface configured to receive a mechanical fastener; and at least one elongated spacer extending away from the sheathing mounting element by a predetermined stand-off distance, the spacer configured to penetrate fibrous insulation, and defining a contact pattern configured to prevent pivoting motion of the spacer relative to a planar surface.

Abstract: A system for mounting wall panels to a wall, includes wall panels, each including a main wall panel, and at least two bent end sections with a cut-out section and a wall thickness; and a plurality of main fastening extrusions, each including a base section to be secured to the wall, and two parallel, spaced apart flexible and resilient bent end securing walls extending from the base section, each bent end securing wall including a projection facing the other bent end securing wall, the bent end securing walls spaced apart corresponding to the wall thickness of two bent end sections, such that pressing of the bent end sections into the spacing between the bent end securing walls causes biasing away of the bent end securing walls until the projections engage in respective cut-out sections with the bent end sections being at least in near abutting relation.

Abstract: An insulated wall assembly including a plurality of pre-cast panels, a plurality of insulation panels, at least two J-shaped clips, and at least one I-shaped clip is provided. The pre-cast panels may be oriented such that the adjacent vertical edges are in an abutting relationship to form a wall, and the J-shaped clips comprise a trough portion and a wall engaging portion. The I-shaped clip comprises two wall engaging portions and a two retention portions, and the wall engaging portions of the J-shaped clips each define a substantially planar wall-engaging surface capable of attaching to the wall. The wall-engaging portions of the I-shaped clip each define a substantially planar wall-engaging surface capable of attaching to the wall.

Abstract: The present document describes a fastening device for fastening siding sheets to a surface, each one of the siding sheets comprising a first end, a second end and a projection portion, the fastening device comprising a strip for attachment to the surface; and braces spaced along the strip, at least one of the braces for engaging the first end of one of the siding sheets, wherein while fastening the one of the siding sheets to the surface, the second end of the one of the siding sheets is secured in place, then the first end of the one of the siding sheets is engaged in at least one of the braces.

Abstract: A building wall system has a plurality of panels positioned adjacent one another for securement to a frame structure of a building via a plurality of fasteners. A plurality of rails secures a façade to the panels. Each rail has a first, second and third portion. The first portion receives the fasteners to secure the bracket to the frame structure. The second portion provides a surface for securement with the façade. The second portion is spaced from the panel so that fasteners do not enter the panel. The third portion rests against the panel to provide rigidity for the rail.

Abstract: A cladding for facades or walls which is made up of a plurality of panels, where adjacent panels have different curvatures, in which said cladding (1) is comprised of a plurality of convex panels (2) and a plurality of concave panels (3), which are alternately installed in a contiguous manner; in which each of the panels (2, 3) which form the plurality of convex panels (2) and concave panels (3) is installed on a first profile (4) and a second profile (5); said profiles (4, 5) are formed by a first portion (6) in a “C” shape and a second portion (7) in an inverted “C” shape, in which the first portion (6) in a “C” shape has in the outer part of its wings a first plurality of serrated teeth (8) and the second portion (7) in an inverted “C” shape has on the inside of its wings a second plurality of serrated teeth (9), which, once pushed against one another, are joined by the tongue and groove connection generated by the serrated teeth (8, 9); where the first portion (6) in a “C” shape is fastened to the wall (1

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a wall structure of a building, including a first plate-shaped support body made of a solid foam material, the surface of which to be directed toward the inside of the building adjoins an insulation layer, a first wavelike metal wire grille, which is foamed at least partially into a surface of the first support body to be directed toward the outside of the building, and first fastening elements, which penetrate both the first metal wire grille and the first support body in order to fasten support elements, between which the insulation layer is accommodated.

Abstract: A building insulation system for roofs and walls supported from the interior side of the building, which eliminates thermal bridges and bottom side ceiling fasteners to support the insulation system materials during the insulation and exterior sheeting process of the building construction. The insulation system creates an air gap space layer in roofs and in walls between the exterior wall and roof sheeting panels and the interior sheet material, which supports the insulation material layer. An air gap space enables active solar energy collection and its use to reduce the overall purchased energy for operation of the building. The insulation system preferably includes a support sheet material, a sheet material tensioning devices, an insulation material layer, insulation hanger retention devices, heat and air collection and distribution ducts, dampers, louvers, pipes, dehumidification and condensate collection devices used in the air gap layers of the building to improve the building energy efficiency.

Abstract: A rod hanger for securing a rod to a substrate includes a mounting portion configured for engaging the substrate, a rod receiving portion configured for receiving the rod and a connecting element configured for vertically displacing the mounting portion and the rod receiving portion. In addition, at least one anti-rotation element configured for engaging the substrate is provided on the mounting portion.

Abstract: An L-shaped adapter that secures a single cross beam to a main beam, in a suspended ceiling. The adapter is applied to a prior art connection designed to connect opposing cross beams to each other and to a main beam.

Abstract: An insulated sheathing for use in construction is provided. The insulated sheathing comprises a sheathing having a first surface, second surface, and edges; and a backing attached to the first surface of the sheathing. The sheathing is at least one of plywood, OSB, drywall, fiberglass, concrete board, metal, and plastic. The backing may have an insulation medium, which may be at least one of polyurethane, polystyrene, and fiberglass. Methods of using the insulated sheathing in constructing sections of a building are also provided.

Abstract: A ceiling panel for lining the interior of a vehicle, particularly an airplane, includes a plastic composite element having elements disposed at lateral edges extending substantially in a movement direction of the vehicle for fastening to a supporting structure of the vehicle or parts connected thereto. At least one fixation device is provided on a transverse edge disposed substantially transversely to the movement direction and at least one counter piece is provided on an opposite transverse edge, as viewed in the movement direction, to avoid an offset in a perpendicular direction between consecutive ceiling panels. The at least one fixation device is configured to complement the at least one counter piece and a form-locking connection can be produced and detached again without tools in the substantially perpendicular direction, by the interaction of each fixation device with a respective counter piece.

Abstract: A laminated, plate-shaped element with at least a first and a second substrate, which are joined together at least indirectly by adhesive bonding, and also with at least one support element associated with the first substrate to fasten the laminated element to an infrastructure and active position fastening of the second substrate at least in the event of failure of the bonded joint. The position fastening is active only between the first and second substrates and is placed a certain distance from the edge of the second substrate. The active position fastening is particularly applicable in laminated elements placed in an inclined or vertical mounting position, for example in solar modules with incorporated solar cells.

Abstract: An insulated wall assembly including a plurality of pre-cast panels, a plurality of insulation panels, at least two J-shaped clips, and at least one I-shaped clip is provided. The precast panels may be oriented such that the adjacent vertical edges are in an abutting relationship to form a wall, and the J-shaped clips comprise a trough portion and a wall engaging portion. The I-shaped clip comprises two wall engaging portions and a two retention portions, and the wall engaging portions of the J-shaped clips each define a substantially planar wall-engaging surface capable of attaching to the wall. The wall-engaging portions of the I-shaped clip each define a substantially planar wall-engaging surface capable of attaching to the wall.

Abstract: This cement mortar panel with prestressed biaxial reinforcement is formed by a slab of cement mortar which, having a thickness ranging from 2 to 7 cms, includes a biaxial reinforcement. The slab has occluded in the cement mortar mass means for versatile operating on the panel assembly allowing for its handling and/or fixation to a building structure, which versatile operating means constitute of themselves, on one part, means for retaining them in the set mass of cement mortar and, on another part opposite to the former, anchoring means either for panel handling members or members for its fixation to the building structure.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a grid system including at least one main runner including an aperture; at least one cross spacer including a slot, with the slot formed from a bottom side thereof; and a fixing element. The main runner is insertable into the slot in the cross spacer from a first side of the cross spacer such that, when the main runner is inserted into said slot, the aperture of the main runner is at least partly accessible from a second side of the cross spacer, the second side being opposite to the first side. The cross spacer further includes an aperture, and the fixing element is adapted to, in a locked position, extend through the aperture in the main runner and through the aperture in the cross spacer such that the relative position of the main runner and the cross spacer is fixed.

Abstract: A roof fastening system that joins building walls or roof structures of a building frame to its foundation to provide a continuous load path that resists upward and lateral forces without interfering with the natural downward forces exerted on the frame over time. This system includes a composite material that combines the properties of a house wrap with high tensile strength low elongation fibers along one direction of the fabric and lower tensile strength high elongation fibers along one or more fabric directions that cross the high tensile strength low elongation fibers. The composite material extends from the top plates or heel truss of the framing of the structure down to its foundation to hold the frame together against high wind loading.

Abstract: A building wall system includes first and second barrier panels, and an exterior facade system. Each panel includes an inner sheet and an outer sheet with a foam core positioned between the inner and outer sheets. Each of the inner and outer sheets defines an inner surface and an outer surface, respectively. A joint is defined by the first and second barrier panels. The exterior facade is secured to the first and second barrier panels via a fastener extending through the outer and inner sheets of the first barrier panel and the inner sheet of the second barrier panel without penetrating the inner surfaces of the first and second barrier panels.

Abstract: Low-profile fastener assemblies for mounting objects, such as decorative architectural resin panels, to a support structure at a standoff include a standoff barrel, threaded rod, and low-profile cap. The low-profile cap can have a curved profile configured to reduce its height while also allowing for one or more separated recesses to be formed therein. Implementations of the present invention also include a cap key configured to engage the one or more separated recesses of the low-profile cap for use in tightening the low-profile cap onto the threaded rod. In addition, one implementations of the present invention include systems having a plurality of panels mounted to one or more support structures using one or more low-profile fastener assemblies.

Abstract: A building wall system has a plurality of panels positioned adjacent one another for securement to a frame structure of a building via a plurality of fasteners. A plurality of rails secures a façade to the panels. Each rail has a first, second and third portion. The first portion receives the fasteners to secure the bracket to the frame structure. The second portion provides a surface for securement with the façade. The second portion is spaced from the panel so that fasteners do not enter the panel. The third portion rests against the panel to provide rigidity for the rail.

Abstract: An outer thermal insulating composite wall with supporters (1-5) for outer walls is disclosed. An inner end of the supporter (1-5) is fixed with a main structure (10) and a base wall body (1). The supporter (1-5) is a cantilever steel truss having an oblique pole. A thermal insulating layer (3) is provided in the base wall body (1). Steel bars (4) are provided out of the thermal insulating layer (3) and connected to the supporters (1-5). Metal nets are fixed with the steel bars (4). The steel bars (4) and the metal nets are provided in a protective layer (8) which is connected to the thermal insulating layer (3). The steel bars (4) and the main structure (10) or the base wall body (1) are fixed via inside and outside tension connected wires (9). The outer thermal insulating composite wall for the outer walls saves consumption of labor and welding materials and has convenient construction without damaging concrete moulds.

Abstract: A decorative weather-tight inset to position against a wall for providing aesthetics, covering holes or irregular surfaces, and creating storage space. The inset includes a flange around the perimeter to elevate the inset above the wall. The flange and the wall form a waterproof seal through the use of fasteners and caulk. The flange can bend or be prefabricated to contour flush against the wall. A decorative surface can protrude beyond the inset and include indicia. The decorative surface can be one piece or multiple pieces, and include a variety of shapes, graphics, and text. A space between an opposite mounting surface of the inset and the wall can be filled with insulation for preventing thermal transfer, and for enhancing the water proof seal between the flange and the wall. Items can also be stored or displayed in the space if the decorative surface detaches, and/or is transparent.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention generally provide a containment system having integrated bubble tight-dampers. In another embodiment, the containment system includes an integral auto-scan mechanism disposed in the housing of the containment system so that a filter element, disposed in the housing, may be leak tested without accessing the interior of the housing. In yet another embodiment, a method for testing a filter disposed in a containment system includes challenging an upstream side of a filter element disposed in a housing of the containment system with a test aerosol, and automatically moving a probe disposed within the housing to obtain samples for leak testing.

Abstract: A canopy system for use in the interior building environment. The canopy system of the invention meets seismic code requirements and includes a group suspension system for mechanically aligning and registering canopy modules relative one another. The system requires a minimum number of attachment points to the overhead building structure.

Abstract: A ceiling anchoring device with a locking rail system is disclosed. The device comprises an anchor having a shaft, a head attached with an end of the shaft, and a rail system. The rail system comprises rod and pin insertion rails, a turning space, and a locking rail. A rod having a perpendicular pin is inserted into the rod and pin insertion rails and pushed along the shaft until the rod and pin enter the turning space in the shaft. The rod and pin can then be turned one-quarter turn and be lowered into the locking rail, whereby the rod and pin are retained in the shaft of the anchor. A plug and cap are inserted into the turning space to secure the rod and pin within the locking rail.

Abstract: An insulation system includes a panel having a major surface, a layer of fibrous insulating material and at least one securing clip affixed to the panel and securing the insulation layer to the major surface. Each clip includes first and second connectors. Each connector includes a head, two diametrically-opposed resilient latching elements projecting from the head and a first locking shoulder extending at least partially between the latching elements. Each latching element includes a latching shoulder adjacent a distal end opposite the head.

Abstract: A cross runner connector receivable in a through runner hole that locks with an identical opposed connector and locks with the through runner hole with increased tensile strength, both locks being releasable without tools by manipulation of the associated cross runner.

Abstract: A corrosion-resistant, metal building construction connective hardware for installing wall sheathing, roof sheathing, or siding to a structure with a resting mount (24) of sufficient depth to fit the material being hung and a holding lip (26) that forms a front edge that can be imprinted for identification and verification purposes. The lip is easily painted or stained to match the exterior finish. The invention is versatile and multiple pieces can be connected to the mudsill to install sheathing; to the bottom edge of sheathing to install siding; and to each roof rafter tail-end to install the roof sheathing.

Abstract: An external insulation wall provided with a reinforced polystyrene laminate anchored by a mechanical fixing device is provided. A leveling binder layer (2) applied on a basic layer wall (1) is used as a binder layer, and a reinforced polystyrene laminate (3) is applied before the leveling binder layer (2) is dried. The reinforced polystyrene laminate (3) is directly fixed on the basic layer wall (1) by plastic expansion anchor bolts (4) through holes drilled on a surface of the reinforced polystyrene laminate (3). A standard tension load limit of an external thermal insulation system is increased by the reinforced polystyrene laminate with efficient help of the plastic expansion anchor bolts (4). Therefore, the external insulating wall provided with a reinforced polystyrene laminate anchored by a mechanical fixing device is especially suitable for external thermal insulation energy saving engineering on conventional building walls.

Abstract: A connector strip is mechanically pressed into a slot formed in a concrete wall. The connector strip has a distal end with resilient, deformable legs that engage the walls of the slot—when the strip is pressed into the slot the legs deform from a resting position and press against the walls of the slot, preventing the strip from being pulled out of engagement in the slot. The proximal end of the connector strip is defined by transverse retaining arms that retain insulation board against the concrete, and which serve as a surface into which siding and sheetrock may be anchored with nails or screws.

Abstract: The invention relates to a system for mounting panels to a facade wall of a building, said system comprising panels, and mounting means for mounting said panels to the facade wall, spaced at some distance therefrom, said mounting means comprising: elongated suspension members extending in horizontal direction and spaced apart from each other along the facade wall, and hook members attached to the side of the panels facing towards the facade wall, said hook members being arranged for suspending engagement with the elongated suspension elements.

Abstract: A connector strip is mechanically pressed into a slot formed in a concrete wall. The connector strip has a distal end with resilient, deformable legs that engage the walls of the slot—when the strip is pressed into the slot the legs deform from a resting position and press against the walls of the slot, preventing the strip from being pulled out of engagement in the slot. The proximal end of the connector strip is defined by transverse retaining arms that retain insulation board against the concrete, and which serve as a surface into which siding and sheetrock may be anchored with nails or screws.

Abstract: A finishing arrangement for an exterior wall of a building includes a weather or water barrier against at least the exterior of the wall; an outer hardboard panel; an insulating foam panel between the weather or water barrier and the outer hardboard panel, the insulating foam panel attached to the outer hardboard panel and having drainage channels therein; and a drainage guide that extends from the weather or water barrier to at least the outer hardboard panel, for guiding moisture away from the wall.