Abstract: A surface mounted counter flashing system and method is provided for securing and sealing a free end of a roofing material to a wall. A compression plate secures and compressingly seals the free end of a roofing material against the wall surface. The top end of the compression plate defines a first sealing trough for receiving a sealing material. The bottom end of the compression plate includes locking portion for attachment to a counter flashing. The counter flashing includes a mounting surface which is mounted to the wall above compression plate. A covering surface extends out from the mounting surface and encloses the compression plate protecting it from exposure to weather. A locking member is provided on the covering surface which connects and attaches to the compression plate, thus, securing the counter flashing. The top end of the counter flashing defines a second sealing trough for receiving the sealing material. Adjacent counter flashings are installed end-to-end leaving a gap therebetween.

Abstract: A drainage arrangement in a dual wall including two leaves separated by a cavity. In one aspect the drainage arrangement includes one or more imperforate elongate members which are formed as a channel, the sides of which are adapted to be mounted to the opposed faces of the leaves of the wall. The one or more elongate members extend for the length of the cavity between the leaves to close the space therebetween and the channel opening into an outlet provided in the wall to allow the drainage of water from the elongate member through the outlet.

Abstract: A structural termination system includes a one-piece elongated structural member having an outer wall and a horizontal bottom wall defining a lower surface having substantially the same contour as an upper surface of an associated building wall, wherein the building wall is characterized by the absence of a wood nailer structure adjacent the upper surface of the building wall. The structural member further includes a drip edge extending downwardly from the outer wall such that the outer wall and drip edge cooperate to define an integral fascia. Structural adhesive is disposed on the lower surface of the elongated structural member and securely bonds the structural member directly to an upper surface of an associated building wall without a wood nailer structure or mechanical fasteners along the structural member.

Abstract: A retractable weather shield for protecting an outdoor structure from the elements, comprising a base panel; a first telescoping panel slidably mounted and supported within the base panel, the first telescoping panel being stored substantially within the base panel when in a stored position and extending substantially outside the base panel when in a deployed position; mounting means for mounting the shield above the structure; and wherein the shield extends over the structure in a substantially perpendicular direction when the first telescoping panel is in the deployed position so as to protect the structure from the elements.

Abstract: A muntin for attachment to a construction block structure is constructed of a tubular member having a top and a bottom. A channel extends along the length of the bottom. At least one prong, having a generally triangular head extends outwardly from the channel. The muntin is placed into a grout groove of the construction block structure such that the prong and head are received within the grout and the grout seeps into the channel. Once the grout dries, the muntin is securely held to the construction block structure.

Abstract: A drip channel for use in the construction of exterior wall systems and an exterior wall system using the drip channel are provided. Attached to the wall of a structure is a first vertical panel having a top edge and a bottom edge. A base portion is attached to and extends from the bottom edge of the first vertical panel such that the base portion and the first vertical panel form an oblique angle with one another. The base portion has an outboard edge with a plurality of holes distributed therealong. A second vertical panel is attached to and extends upward from the outboard edge of the base portion.

Abstract: A termite barrier for masonry buildings having a concrete slab. The barrier consists of a profiled sheet of termite resistant material which is set into the slab and the masonry wall during construction. The profiled sheet has movement resisting deformations and one or more regions of curvature which resist sheer fracture of the barrier. Preferred profiles are Z-shaped and T-shaped.

Abstract: The invention relates to a flashing for use with siding panels possessing an interior and an exterior surface, and a perimeter surface having a predetermined sectional width, and includes a first, a second, and a third portion, and a first and a second non-perforated, generally planar transition portion, each portion having an interior and an exterior surface wherein (a) the portion continues to the first generally planar transition portion and forms a first angle there between; wherein (b) the first generally planar transition portion continues to the second portion and forms a second angle there between; wherein (c) the second portion continues to the second generally planar transition portion and forms a third angle there between; and wherein (d) the second generally planar transition portion continues to the third portion, which is substantially parallel to the first portion, and forms a fourth angle there between.

Abstract: The invention relates to a bitumenised P.V.C. member for incorporation in a cavity wall, including two flanges and a bridging portion, the bridging portion in use spanning the cavity and the flanges being incorporated in respective skins of the cavity wall. The bridging member is prevented from sagging by a support mechanism, in a preferred embodiment a polystyrene block of wedge shape, which abuts the inner skin of the wall.

Abstract: An end dam for a masonry wall comprising three orthogonal rectilinear planar structures each joined, at a common corner and two adjacent sides, and an adhesive disposed along an outer surface of at least one of the three planar structures. The end dam being used along either end of a flashing lying along the outer surface of a lintel within an opening in a wall structure so as to allow for continuous drainage of moisture flowing downward within a drainage space of the wall structure.

Abstract: A vent extension flashing assembly having a tubular outside vent stack cover which is secured to a substantially flat roof flashing base plate. The tubular outside vent cover has a diameter larger than the vent pipe to be covered by the vent extension flashing assembly. The assembly includes a tubular inner vent stack cover positioned within the tubular outer vent cover, wherein the tubular inner vent cover includes a diameter smaller than that of the covered vent pipe so as to fit within the covered vent pipe. When the assembly is positioned over the vent pipe, the vent pipe extends between the tubular outer vent cover and the tubular inner vent cover. A rigid expandable portion is formed on the innermost end of the inner vent cover and is capable of being expanded by a cam member to engage an inner surface of the vent pipe to hold the inner vent cover in place within the vent pipe.

Abstract: An improved rainwater diverter for use as the terminal portion of roof flashing is disclosed for covering the abutment of a vertical wall and a sloped roof. The flashing comprises essentially twin, bilaterally symmetrical flanges of which either is adaptable for use as a vertical wall flange that lies in a plane which is essentially normal to the plane of the sloped roof flange. There is provided at the lower portion of the flashing, as an integral part thereof, a diverter part which spans the part of the flashing which lies along the vertical wall above the abutment and the part which lies along the sloped roof and lies at an obtuse angle to each of the said flanges.

Abstract: Joints between vertical shafts such as concrete manhole elements are sealed by an elastomeric ring and a rigid locating ring. The locating ring keys into the elastomeric ring and holds it in place during and (optionally) after assembly. The principle is applied to various types of joint and the locating ring may be extended to form a liner for the shaft.

Abstract: A flashing system is provided for a chimney. The flashing system includes an elongated base flashing which is generally L-shaped within cross section thus having two generally planar legs which intersect each other along a mid-line of the base flashing. One leg of the base flashing is attached to the roof so that the other leg of the base flashing extends upwardly from the roof along one side of the chimney. An elongated and generally planar counter-flasher is then secured to the chimney above the top edge of the base flashing so that the counter-flashing overlaps the other leg of the base flashing. Ceiling caulk is also provided between the counter-flashing and the chimney in order to seal the counter-flashing to the chimney against the elements.

Abstract: A water, fire and heat proof roof is provided and consists of a tar holder affixed about an inner surface of a parapet, so that a lower portion of the tar holder will overlap and cover curved ends of an upper layer of polymer roof covering material to help keep the roof water proof, heat proof, fire proof and cool. A water sprinkler system is also utilized to prevent a fire and reduce heat on the roof to keep it cool.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cavity tray for use in a cavity wall, comprising two spaced apart flanges each adapted in use to lie in or adjacent a respective skin of the wall, a connector connecting the two spaced apart flanges, and an arcuate transitional part leading to at least one flange whereby a super- or sub-posed damp-proof men, her may be adhered thereto with substantially no discontinuity.

Abstract: An extruded molding configured to frame glass masonary block for building structures, particularly wood frame structures, the molding having a substantially flat base portion on which the block is seated and raised side elements forming a channel, the molding having a topside of the base portion with a pair of bracket elements constructed to engage and retain the tab segment of a panel anchor and having an underside of the base portion with a weather flash and a nailing flange to prevent water seepage under the molding.

Abstract: An improved roof flashing is disclosed for covering the abutment of a vertical wall and a sloped roof. The flashing comprises a vertical wall flange which lies in a plane which is essentially normal to the plane of the sloped roof flange. There is provided at the lower portion of the flashing, as an integral part thereof, a diverter part which spans the part of the flashing which lies along the vertical wall above the abutment and the part which lies along the sloped roof and lies at an obtuse angle to each of the said flanges. The upper surface of the diverter is an essentially triangular part with its uppermost corner integral with the flashing at the juncture of the wall part and the roof part, with the two lowermost corners joined at or near the lower edges of the wall part and the roof part in a manner which directs water falling from the flashing away from the wall.

Abstract: A termite and pest preventer for placement between the ground and a residential, commercial or industrial structure mounted above ground in such a way that termites, crawling insects, or pests are prevented from entering the aforementioned structures A combination of -tactic, ultraviolet light and other barriers are positioned with respect to the path of travel of the termite or insect from ground to the residential, commercial or industrial structure.

Abstract: An roof edge assembly for anchoring foam-type roofing materials includes an anchoring flange having a longitudinal channel extending along the edge of the roof, into which a floating retainer member is received and allowed to move to accommodate thermal expansion of the roofing material. At least part of the free-floating retainer member becomes embedded into the foam-type roofing material during its application after the anchoring and retainer members have been installed on the roof. The retainer member is prevented from pulling away during application of the foam. The flange member can be separate or integral with a fascia portion.

Abstract: A combination sill sealer and flashing for use in wood frame construction to provide sealing and insulation between frame sub structures while accommodating shrinkage and settling of those substructures as the lumber drys. The sill sealer and flashing comprises a sheet of flexible material that is vapor permeable and liquid impermeable along one long edge of which is formed a longitudinally continuous channel in which is disposed a contiguous length of sealant material. The sealant material may be a rope of polymeric foam, a curable silicon, or other synthetic rubber like material which is resiliently compressible and retains its pliancy over time and under a wide range of temperatures.

Abstract: A roof transition flshing (10) for installation to a building at a juncture between a vertical wall (40) and an edge (46) of a sloped roof (44), to prevent water flowing along the flashing (10) from seeping behind siding (42) located on the vertical wall (40) and shingles (48) located on the sloped roof (44). The roof transition flashing (10) comprises an L-shaped member having a vertical planar section (16) and a transverse planar section (18). The transverse planar section (18) extends generally laterally from the vertical planar section (16) and is joined thereto by a first imperforate seam (20). The vertical planar section (16) is positioned under the siding (42) and flush with the vertical wall (40) and the transverse planar section (18) is positioned under the shingles (48) and flush with the sloped roof (44). The L-shaped member has an upper end (14) and a relatively lower end (12).

Abstract: A termite and pest preventer for placement between the ground and a residential, commercial or industrial structure mounted above ground in such a way that termites, crawling insects, or pests are prevented from entering the aforementioned structures. A combination of -tactic, ultraviolet light and other barriers are positioned with respect to the path of travel of the termite or insect from ground to the residential, commercial or industrial structure.

Abstract: A corner flashing for use on a roof against a protrusion. The corner flashing comprises a base having a pair of intersecting joint edges and a wall joined in watertight relation to the base at the joint edges. The wall is an upstanding, folded, and adjustable portion. The folded portion has a plurality of folds tapering toward the base. The folded portion is inelastically deformable into a plurality of configurations between a fully open configuration and a fully closed configuration. The folded portion in the fully open configuration is approximately planar. The folded portion in the fully closed configuration has all adjacent folds contiguous. The folded portion is pivotable relative to the base by the deformation of the folded portion.

Abstract: Preformed plastic chimney flashing includes a horizontal plate embedded in the mortar between two courses of bricks, and a lip extending downward from the outside edge of the plate. The plate, which extends across the full width of a brick, has holes for adhesion of mortar on either side of the plate. The lip is intended to cover ordinary metal flashing, which inserts between the lip and the brick wall. The lip includes a ridge on the lower inside edge to help seal against weather. The plastic is colored, weatherproof, and flexible. The flashing is preformed into several shapes adapted to cover runs, steps, corners, and cap bricks. No forming is required, only cutting to length for allow for some overlap.

Abstract: A new concept wall system is provided, wherein a moisture and vapor barrier is positioned in an enterior insulation finish system to provide thermal stability regardless of climatic variations. Specifically, a two part membrane of multiple cross-laminated layers of polyethylene film fully bonded to a layer of rubberized asphalt is placed between the substrate and insulation layers of the exterior insulation finish system.

Abstract: Eaves section system comprising a first section part with a covering strip, a downward-directed covering flange at right angles thereto an upright rib and a second section part which encloses said rib, is coupled to the first section part and is provided with a second covering strip above the first covering strip and with at least one coupling piece to be fitted between the first and second covering strip, and which is on the one hand to be coupled to the first section part, and to which on the other hand the second covering strip is to be locked.

Abstract: A sealed roof deck wind vacuum transfer system is disclosed which provides the need for an air seal barrier in a roof assembly by sealing the underlying roof deck panel joints.

Abstract: There is described a one-piece, elongated, hollow plastic section which is useful in the support of reinforcing steel in the casting of concrete structures and the formation of recesses in said structures. The section has a trapezoidal configuration and includes (1) a pair of converging wall portions, (2) a wall portion connecting said converging wall portions at their converging ends and (3) a covering strip portion parallel to said connecting wall portion and connecting the opposite ends of said converging wall portions, said (2) connecting wall portion having areas of reduced thickness formed therein and adapted to be perforated by rigid members whereby said wall portion is self-sealing at the area of perforation, said (3) covering strip portion having reduced thickness areas formed therein adjacent to the converging wall portions whereby said covering strip portion may be manually removed from said trapezoidal cross-section so as to form an elongated, U-shaped plastic device.

Abstract: A flexible, one-piece membrane is provided for inside or outside corners at building foundations, shelf angles, and roofs. The membrane includes a central vertical section that wraps around the corner, a top planar section that extends rearwardly into the corner, and a bottom planar section that extends forwardly upon the building foundation, shelf angle, or roof. The membrane is preferably made of plastic film, for example polyvinylchloride, and is particularly suited for use in masonry construction.

Abstract: A housing system formed of a plurality of separate, preconstructed living units which housing system is characterized by a unique roof joint system wherein one of the adjacent living units comprises an overhanging casing protruding from and running along the length of its roof edge and the adjacent living unit comprises an uprising flange element extending along the length of its roof edge; and further characterized in that the roof edges of adjoining living units need not be equal in height and the length of any unit comprising the housing system need not be equal to the length of any other unit within the housing system. The present invention allows for a multitude of new and different housing designs for preformed, transportable homes.

Abstract: A flexible flashing device for vertically stacked, building siding panels having a resiliantly deformable spacing means for accommodating the structural expansion and contraction of the underlying framework of a building. The flexible flashing device incorporates a waterproof flashing member for preventing the intrusion of water into abutting ends of vertically stacked, building siding panels. Additionally, a method of preventing contraction buckling of vertically stacked, building siding panels caused by improper installation is provided whereby the flexible flashing device is inserted between the abutting ends of two vertically stacked panels.

Abstract: The invention is concerned with damp-proof courses which can be used at the end of a cavity wall of a building structure adjacent to a door or window frame. The invention provides a damp-proof course, which has a high degree of versatility in use. The damp-proof course in accordance with the invention comprises a strip of corrosion-resistant moisture impermeable material (and is preferably formed as a plastics extrusion) and its cross-section provides two web-like elements arranged at an acute angle in the range 45.degree. to 90.degree. with respect to each other the first web having at least one undercut formation on the inside of the angle and the second web having at least one undercut formation on the outside, each of the undercut formations providing anchorage for wall ties at any position along the length of the strip, and at least one of the webs also has a moisture barrier formation on its inside extending throughout the length of the strip.

Abstract: This invention relates primarily to reglets and the associated components in a weatherproofing system for buildings in which the reglet comprises an elongate element including first and second walls connected to each other along adjacent longitudinal edges to form a channel, one wall of the channel is provided with an abutment surface, behind which an abutment face on a reglet wedge will lock to retain a flashing element, and a plurality of primary abutment surfaces behind which complementary abutments on a sealing portion of the wedge will lock to seal the mouth of the channel.

Abstract: A building wall panel includes vertical studs welded to top and bottom channels to provide a rigid framework the maximum width of which is such that the panels may be transported over highways and the length of which is determined by the wanted wall height. Finish sheet material is secured to the inner or rear surfaces of the framework to provide an inner wall. Sections of insulating material are lodged in the rectangular spaces of the framework against a vapor barrier backed by the inner wall and dimensioned to be spaced from the outer surfaces of the framework. A vertically spaced, series of horizontal sub-girts has one secured to each channel and others secured to the studs and the sub-girts secured and the channels may be used to secure flashing. Metal panelling is secured to the sub-girts to provide an outer wall thus providing the panel with a dead air space. The framework is modified to meet door and window requirements.

Abstract: A prefabricated structural system including a support frame and prefabricated panels having strength sufficient to bridge spaced support beams under the panel is disclosed. Each panel includes a sheet metal support subpanel having corrugations, a thin flat metal sheet as a top surface, and a layer of insulating foam filling the space therebetween. A Hypalon membrane is intimately and continuously bonded to the thin, flat metal sheet and has Hypalon fasteners disposed along each edge of the Hypalon sheet and connected to the Hypalon sheet by flexible flaps. The panels are disposed in a continuous array and fastener halves are joined and the corners sealed to provide a continuous Hypalon membrane unpenetrated by fastener screws above the array of panels.

Abstract: This invention relates to an improved reglet comprising an elongate channel member defined by first and second parallel transversely spaced wall members each connected along one longitudinal edge to a connecting wall, the other longitudinal edge of each wall member having latching face means defined by a plurality of ridges and grooves for engaging with and securely retaining a component inserted between the wall members.

Abstract: A reglet channel having an unimpaired apron depending from the outer edge of its upper flange down to the level of the outer edge of its lower flange to protect the sealing compound in the interior of the channel from the deleterious effects of rain and sunlight, i.e., softening, seepage, drying-out and shrinkage. For ease in manufacture by extrusion processes, the lower marginal portion of the apron may be integral with the lower flange of the channel and may be provided with a single groove in its outer surface extending parallel and adjacent to the outer edge of the lower flange. After installation in a wall the reglet channel may be slit open along this groove to provide access to its interior for engagement of the retaining lip of the flashing. The apron, if unimpaired, provides the additional advantage of holding the installed flashing in position without the need for retaining wedges.

Abstract: A panel wall system in which there is provided a base plate in the form of a channel having a number of slots at predetermined positions in the walls of the panel and panels which have extensions adapted to fit into the channel defining the base plate. The extensions have ears thereon which engage the slots so that the spacing from one panel to the next and also the position of the panel relative to the base plate is fixed. The panel system is provided with flashing affixed to the base plate and a suitable skirting member is disclosed.