Facer Between Exposed Frame Members Having Unitary Flanges Or Integral Retainer For Attachment To Frame Patents (Class 52/762)
  • Solar energy collector and glazing system
    Patent number: 4114595
    Abstract: A direct air heating solar energy collection apparatus and glazing system therefor are described. Unique framing members are utilized to create modular collector assembly panels, to provide a glazing system for the collectors, and to contain reflective trapping members in a precision spaced array. The framing members are formed in cross sectional shapes that admit of multiple uses in the overall frame structure of the apparatus, some of the members being utilized for a plurality of different mechanical functions within the framing system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 1977
    Date of Patent: September 19, 1978
    Inventor: Harold Reed Barker
  • Building structure
    Patent number: 4106252
    Abstract: A building structure is disclosed comprising a plurality of rib members and a plurality of panel members. The rib members comprise metal extrusions which are adapted to effect interconnection of said panel members to form structures such as roofs for silos, tanks, barns and other buildings, or alternately to define wall partitions or the like. Also provided is a wedge member adapted to be attached to the rib member by a bolt or the like for securing the panel members to the rib member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 1977
    Date of Patent: August 15, 1978
    Assignee: Railoc Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Peter T. Rutten