Abstract: An insulated structural truss panel, comprising: a rectangular panel body formed of a rigid foam material and a parallel arrangement of at least first and second trusses embedded longitudinally within the panel body at predetermined on-center spacings between and parallel to the first and second sides.

Abstract: An HVAC air handling enclosure is comprised of individual panel assemblies each of which are fabricated from two panels or skins that are held together by double-sided adhesive tape. Adjacent panel assemblies are connected by a metal tongue-and-groove joint that relies on that same tape as a thermal break at the joint. After assembly, the thermal break and the tongue and groove elements of the joint are completely hidden from view. Moreover, the joint includes an internal cavity that can take up surplus sealant that may ooze out from within the tongue-and-groove joint during assembly, whereby the surplus sealant also remains hidden.

Abstract: A building panel assembly has a first end support, a second end support, and an intermediate support positioned in spaced parallel relationship to each other, a deck positioned on the supports and having a plurality of low flutes extending across the deck in transverse relationship to the end supports, a plurality of fasteners affixed in the low flutes for securing the deck to the first end supports and a plurality of fasteners affixed in the low flutes of the deck so as to secure the deck to intermediate support. The fasteners used to attach the deck to the intermediate support are of a fewer number than the fasteners used to attach the deck to the end supports.

Abstract: The invention relates to a building element for erecting internal walls, outer walls and or ceilings or roofs, preferably flat or slightly slanted roofs of a building, consisting of an insulating layer forming an insulating core made of mineral fibers bound by a binding agent, especially rock wool fibers and/or glass wool fibers bound with a synthetic resin, and at least one preferably metal covering layer which is disposed on a large surface of the insulating layer. An adhesive layer is placed between the covering layer and the insulating layer and used to glue the covering layer to the insulating layer.

Abstract: A combined set comprising at least two outside floor or wall covering elements made of a synthetic material and a series of attachment members, which attachment members are provided for attaching said covering elements to a support, said covering elements having an upper and a lower surface and a first and second longitudinal edge, and wherein when attached on said support, a gap extends between said first and second longitudinal edges of two subsequently mounted covering elements, said longitudinal edges are integrally formed with said upper and lower surface and extend each time over their whole surface substantially linearly and continuously from an upper surface border to a lower border, and wherein a first respectively a second opening is applied, adjacent to said first respectively second longitudinal edges in said lower surface, in order to form each time a cavity therein, said first respectively said second opening giving access to at a first, respectively a second anchoring lip designed and dimension

Abstract: A manufacturing process appropriate for use in constructing laminated structures for use in building construction such that the laminating steps to not require elevated drying temperatures or an extended dwell time at any point. This is accomplished using a specially formulated viscoelastic glue and ambient temperature drying apparatus. As a result, the production capacity of the manufacturing process is greatly improved over existing methods.

Abstract: A modular bullet resistant safe room constructed of a plurality of panels and having external seam covers connected to selected panels to cover the seam where joined to adjacent panels. Top panels are oriented transverse to the longitudinal direction of the room, and are of the same width as side panels. In this manner the room may be easily lengthened or shortened by adding or removing top and side panels.

Abstract: A configuration for sealing or sound-proofing cavities, for example in the vicinity of a chassis or a body of a motor vehicle, includes two half-shells which are separately produced, which can be locked together and which, in an interlocked state, form a free, outwardly open ring-shaped gap in an outer, intermediate peripheral edge region. The ring-shaped gap is inwardly limited by an inner contour on one of the half-shells. A heat-expansible element as a contoured ring-like plate has a form which substantially corresponds to that of the ring-shaped gap formed between the two half-shells on their outer wall. The configuration is material-saving and can be produced and mounted at low cost.

Abstract: A kit containing all parts necessary for erecting a prefabricated building, or dwelling unit, suitable for normal human occupancy. The building is comprised of prefabricated panels that contain all the necessary cutouts to accommodate prefabricated plumbing and electrical assemblies. The kit also includes all necessary piping and wiring needed to connect such plumbing and electrical assemblies to external sources. The kit will also contain a plurality of adjustable supporting legs for supporting and leveling the building on location.

Abstract: In a method for sealing an insulating material for construction applications, the insulating material is sealed with a material sheet including an ionomer so as to provide a vapor barrier for the insulating material.

Abstract: A building wall structure in which pre-hung wall parts (1) that are provided in the form of slats, boards, or similar elements are joined to a solid substructure (3) forming the actual wall structure via fasteners (2). Siding elements (4) can be fixed to the pre-hung wall parts (1). At least some of the fasteners (2) are inserted at an acute angle relative to a horizontal plane (H) and are alternately inclined at least in opposite directions relative to the horizontal plane (H). The pre-hung wall parts (1) that are provided in the form of slats, boards, or similar elements form a type of truss girder (5) along with the fasteners (2) and the substructure (3).

Abstract: An architectural membrane structure preferably includes an aerogel material disposed, for example, between two outer layers. The aerogel can be in monolithic or granular form or can be present in an aerogel composite. A method for manufacturing an architectural membrane structure includes securing an insert, e.g., an aerogel blanket, composite or granular aerogel, between a first and second layer. The architectural membrane structure can be used as a tensioned panel in envelopes such as roofing, overhangs, canopies or in other architectural or structural fabric applications.

Abstract: Useful composites and methods of using such composites are provided. The composites include an outer layer containing a first polymeric material, an intermediate layer circumscribed by the outer layer and containing a second polymeric material, and an inner layer circumscribed by the intermediate layer and containing a third polymeric material. The inner layer, in combination with the intermediate layer, is structured and effective to reinforce the composite relative to a substantially identical composite without the inner layer. The present composites can be produced using co-extrusion processing.

Abstract: A joining assembly includes metallic, ceramic, polymeric and/or fiber-reinforced components, which have at least one joining surface with at least one recess and/or raised area with an undercut. The joining assembly also includes a joining element that conforms in size and shape to the recess and/or the raised area of the components to be joined and has at least one flexible rim area. The flexible rim area can be placed in a form-locking and force-locking interconnection with the recesses and/or raised areas of the components to be joined. A method for joining components is also provided.

Abstract: A modular building comprises a sled comprising a rectangular box frame. A shed comprising a steel framework of spaced apart columns that are linked to one another by overhead ceiling beams to provide a rigid structural frame. A sliding expansion modules is attached to the shed.

Abstract: A method of forming an exterior wall of a building, including the finished wall, includes the steps of mounting a cementitious, fiber-reinforced panel to the wall, such as the studs thereof, and then applying cementitious mortar to the panel. The cementitious mortar can be stucco, which is typically painted, or a base to which masonry units, such as stones or bricks, are mounted. The preferred panel is a glass fiber reinforced concrete panel.

Abstract: The present invention provides a honeycomb structure in which a plurality of honeycomb segments each constituted by a cell structure having a plurality of cells divided from each other by partition walls and functioning as a passage for fluid and an outer wall provided at the circumference of the cell structure are bonded to each other at the outer walls by a bonding layer made of a bonding agent and converted into one piece, which honeycomb structure is characterized in that the bonding agent does not contain inorganic particles having diameters (?m) of at least 1.1 times the average surface roughness Ra (?m) of the outer wall, in an amount exceeding 30% by mass relative to the total of the bonding agent. In the honeycomb structure, the honeycomb segments as a constituent are strongly bonded to each other by a bonding agent and converted into one piece.

Abstract: A fiber reinforced core panel is formed from strips of plastics foam helically wound with layers of rovings to form webs which may extend in a wave pattern or may intersect transverse webs. Hollow tubes may replace foam strips. Axial rovings cooperate with overlying helically wound rovings to form a beam or a column. Wound roving patterns may vary along strips for structural efficiency. Wound strips may alternate with spaced strips and spacers between the strips enhance web buckling strength. Continuously wound rovings between spaced strips permit folding to form panels with reinforced edges. Continuously wound strips are helically wrapped to form annular structures, and composite panels may combine both thermoset and thermoplastic resins.

Abstract: A tough building system and buildings and associated accessories which make such structures more versatile. Support accessories can include a fiber-reinforced polymeric composite support bracket, adapted to be mounted to a top of a foundation wall, and to support an edge of a slab of concrete adjacent the top of the foundation wall, or to support brick fascia, or to support ends of floor joists adjacent an inner surface of said foundation wall. Support accessories can also include a load-bearing, and load distributing support pad, adapted to be used as an interface support/footer between an underlying natural base and an overlying constructed structure. The support pad has a plurality of fiber-reinforced polymeric layers, optionally stacked one on top of the other. The pad has a load bearing capacity of at least 1000 pounds per square foot. The support pad may be a pultruded product.

Abstract: A building construction panel for use in wall, and roof construction is provided. The panel is connectable to a substantially similarly construction panel in first side to second side relation. The panel comprises: an exterior skin, an interior skin positioned opposite and parallel to the exterior surface; first and second side portions of the panel adjoining said exterior skin to said interior skin of the panel; said first side portion of said building construction panel spanning between said exterior and interior skin portions at a first edge of said building construction panel, and comprising a sidewardly extending first flange extending adjacent said interior skin; said second side portion of said building construction panel spanning between said opposed front and back portions at a second edge of said building construction panel opposite and parallel to said first edge, and comprising a groove in complemetary shape to said first flange.

Abstract: A decorative shutter assembly includes a plurality of slats or boards arranged in a row presenting a decorative surface with side flanges projecting rearwardly. At least one cross member overlays each of the slats and presents a decorative cross surface with side cross flanges projecting rearwardly. Each cross slat includes at least one mating member affixed behind the cross slat decorative surface having a mating wall affixed to each of the decorative surfaces for affixing the plurality batten slats to the cross slat.

Abstract: The modular panel assembly comprises a plurality of different design inserts that can be readily assembled into a panel using a plurality of structural members. The different kinds of design inserts and structural members have the same type of coupling mechanism so as to allow many different configurations based on insert members of many different appearances.

Abstract: A kit of decorative paneling for walls and method for installation therefor, comprises a lower crosspiece, and main panels connected to the lower crosspiece. Adjustable main panels are connected to the lower crosspiece, and have a connector configuration such that a first and a second lateral vertical segment of the adjustable main panel are interconnectable after a central vertical segment is removed from the adjustable main panel to select a length of the adjustable main panel. Posts are connected to the lower crosspiece, with lateral edge portions connectable to lateral edges portions of the main panels/adjustable main panel in a decorative configuration of the decorative paneling system, whereby a sequence of main panels/adjustable main panel and posts is received in the longitudinal channel of the lower crosspiece, so as to form decorative paneling of adjustable length for the wall.

Abstract: A screw-less batten system is described. The screw-less batten system includes a stud, at least one removable flange and at least one closure strip. The stud includes a neck opening with at least one receiving trough. The stud also includes a jamb-nut channel. The jamb-nut channel has a predetermined profile. In some embodiments, the screw-less batten system includes a jamb-nut.

Abstract: The invention relates to a basic module, which can for instance be of a substantially rectangular shape and where there at opposite ends of the module outwardly extending protrusions for releasable engagement with co-operating openings in adjacent modules are provided. It is thereby possible by using the modules according to the invention to form for instance a partition and by proper choice of modules (for instance relating to colour, choice of material and other characteristics) to form partitions or the like having desirable design and application related characteristics (for instance acoustical characteristics).

Abstract: A partition system may include one or more panels. A panel may be constructed using blow-molded plastic. A panel may include one or more depressions, which may be aligned with one or more depressions on an opposing side of the panel. The depressions may provide additional structural integrity for a panel. The depressions on opposing sides of the panel may extend toward and engage each other. The panels may include patterns with which one or more depressions may intersect. The panels may include symmetric patterns on opposing sides. The partition system may include one or more connectors adapted to receive a portion of one or more panels. The partition system may include one or more feet that may be attached to one or more panels. The panels may include one or more reinforcing members of various shapes disposed proximate one or more edges of a panel.

Abstract: A composite corrugated panel is provided comprising a first corrugated panel defining a first corrugation height joined to a second corrugated panel defining a second corrugation height, the joined panels defining a cross sectional thickness that is preferably less than a sum of the first and second corrugation heights. A method is provided for producing a composite corrugated panel, comprising: providing a first panel comprising a first corrugation and a first opening; providing a second panel comprising a second corrugation and a second opening; stacking the panels by disposing the first corrugation in the second opening and the second corrugation in the first opening.

Abstract: A modular building panel comprising a rectangular frame 11 having one face covered in a water resistant board 16 with the other face also covered in a board material 17, the frame having top and bottom rails 12, 13 joined together by wood composite “I” beams 14. Two of said I beams 14A & 14B also form the sides of the frame with their recessed sides 28 facing outwardly thereof. The recessed sides 28 of the outer I beams 14A 14B in use accommodate jointing posts for linking adjacent panels.

Abstract: A composite article of manufacture formed from at least three sheets of material laminated to one another. At least one surface of each of the sheets has a plurality of spaced-apart ridges which extend in a predetermined direction along the surface, and each of the pluralities of ridges is arranged so as to nest between a plurality of ridges on an adjacent sheet.

Abstract: Lightweight structural panel units for construction of space enclosing structures each of which is formed from a blank of flat, suitably rigid, yet foldable sheet of material, which are profiled and pre-creased with a unique configuration. Upon folding, the blanks form a substantially hollow three dimensional polygonal beam-like unit having a shape and configuration which positively aligns and interlocks when conjoined with a plurality of similar folded beam-like units to form a substantially hollow 3-dimensional “structural panel unit” having symmetrical cross bracing inside and sufficient rigidity to enable sufficiently large areas to be produced for the construction of space enclosing structures. Each structural panel unit has a configuration and profile that positively aligns and interlocks when engaged with similar structural panel units to complete a desired space-enclosing structure which has an exterior facing surface and an interior facing surface separated by a substantially hollow void.

Abstract: The present invention may be embodied in a sandwich panel having first and second face panels each having a first predetermined thickness and being formed of a fiber-reinforced cementitious material. The sandwich panel further includes support frame for supporting the first and second face panels in a spaced apart configuration. The support frame is formed of a fiber-reinforced cementitious material that is continuous with the cementitious material of the first and second face panels. Blocks of rigid insulation are embedded in the sandwich panel for defining a structure of the support frame.

Abstract: A self supporting panel system used to fabricate ceilings, floors, walls, or roofs. The panel system is assembled from a plurality of panels, each having a core that is sandwiched between opposing plate members. In a preferred embodiment, the core of each panel includes a unifying material to enhance the load bearing capacity of the panel.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method and apparatus for improving a modular wall system having a first module and a second module. Each module has a vertical support component having vertical surface edge. The vertical support component edges are positioned in vertical abutting relationship. The improvement includes providing each module's vertical support component edge with a vertical support component slot. The vertical support component slots are in registry and held together by a generally U-shaped connector clip having a base and a pair of legs extending from base. The clip legs are inserted through the vertical support component slots for compressively engaging the vertical support component edges. The first module or second module may carry a wall panel, a window assembly, or a door assembly.

Abstract: An apparatus for a deck includes a first frame member, and a second frame member. One of the first frame member or the second frame member has a spacing element thereon. The spacing element spaces the one of the first frame member or the second frame member with respect to the other of one of the first frame member or the second frame member. The spacing element includes a lip formed with respect to one of the first frame member or the second frame member. The spacing element can also a connector associated with at least one of the first frame member or the second frame member. A method for assembling a deck frame that includes placing a first frame member with respect to a second frame member, wherein one of the first frame member or the second frame member has a spacing device thereon; temporarily attaching the first and the second frame members; and permanently attaching the first and the second frame members.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for applying to a flooring panel a layer designed to reduce the footfall sound on the floor, and a panel of this kind. With the prior art, it is disadvantageous that the sound-insulation layer is glued onto the laminate panel in a subsequent manufacturing stage. Accordingly, the panel is initially manufactured by pressing with the associated gluing of layers and/or papers. The sound-insulation layer is glued in place in a subsequent operational stage. PVA-glues, thermoplastics or wood glues may be used, for example, to attach the sound-insulation layer. In the manufacture of a panel with a carrier board, decorative paper, counteracting paper and/or a wood veneer, an additional layer, preferably in the form of a sheet or a roll, is provided. The material of this roll or sheet product is designed to provide the desired sound-insulation properties as described above and/or provides these properties when a panel is being walked over.

Abstract: A wood slat having hidden joining marks and therefore having a desired veneer look, and method thereof is disclosed. In one embodiment, the wood slats have a long thin rectangular shape defining a face of the wood slat. The face comprises a plurality of periphery edges of first, manufactured slats; the first, manufactured slats also have a long thin rectangular shape defining a face. According to the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the plurality of periphery edges effectively hide the joining marks and give the wood slat the desired veneer look.

Abstract: A system provides insulation products for a plurality of insulation wall cavities in buildings, where a substantial portion of the insulation wall cavities have a known nominal width. The system includes providing flangeless insulation products having a blanket of fibrous insulation material and having a facing material with a width substantially equal to the width of the insulation blanket, with the width of the insulation blanket and the width of the facing material being greater than the nominal width of the plurality of insulation cavities. The increased width of the facing material improves the seal of the facing material when the insulation product is placed within insulation wall cavities of the known nominal width in comparison to the seal provided by flanged insulation products applied with inset stapling to the same insulation wall cavities.

Abstract: A fixing bracket is described for joining wooden building components to each other and to a substrate, particularly of the kind used for joining boards used to cover balconies and decks outdoors. It is essential that the fixing bracket is a double angle consisting of two L-sections (2, 2′), having a double web (5) consisting of two section legs (3, 3′), whereby a fixing hole (9, 9′) is provided in the angle flanges (8, 8′). In an advantageous manner, the tongue-shaped spikes (6, 6′) are arranged near the upper edge of the web and are cut directly out of the web and bent out perpendicularly from the web.

Abstract: A noise attenuating member (12) has a channel (24) for receiving a timber batten (13). A flooring (14) may be affixed to the batten (13). The noise attenuating member acts as a cushion between the batten (13) and a substrate such as a joist (11, 51) or a concrete slab (50). Noise attenuating holes (1201) and retaining flanges (25, 56) may optionally be provided.

Abstract: A multi-positional foot is carried on the bottom of a cleanroom wall stud and is readily adjustable in a vertical direction(relative to the length of the stud) for contact with the upper surface of an access floor panel and for movement away from the panel to provide clearance for removing the panel(s) that lies beneath the foot. Moreover, the foot is constructed with rotatably joined members that are sized to swing into and out of engagement with a floor panel for respectively anchoring, the stud and permitting removal of that panel. The rotational mounting of the members that make up the foot, including a slotted toe member, permits great flexibility for using the foot to anchor wall studs to any of a wide variety of floor panel configurations.

Abstract: A module includes at least an associated two-layer structure with one first layer being a polymer base layer highly loaded with mineral fillers contributing to the rigidity of the module, and a second layer made from a printed polymer film defining the decorative part of the module, and the protection of the decorative part. An outer surface of a rigidifying base layer is designed to form a spacer means in the form of a plate of dimensions substantially greater than the format of the module, over all or part thereof, to constitute after abutment of the modules and/or edge jointing of the plate edges, a zone for receiving a sealant such as a binder, putty and like bonding.

Abstract: There is provided a heat shielding member for a thermal insulation structure which does not form a heat accumulator even if it receives a heating load from the outside and which is easily fixed and installed from the indoor side when it is applied to the thermal insulation structure between timbers such as rafters, vertical frames of a wall and the like of a house. The heat shielding member is structured such that spaces of the air layer are formed between an upper layer, an intermediate layer, and a lower layer, a radiant heat reflective layer is provided on upper faces of respective layers, and the upper layer is formed of a shape-retention upper sheet, wherein bent-up legs having restorability are disposed on both sides of the shape-retention upper sheet, and the heat shielding member is engaged and mounted between timbers such as rafters, and it is held in a proper posture when the bent-up legs are stretched against and held by faces of the timbers.

Abstract: A concrete laminate panel (1) comprising a sealant layer (2), a first layer of concrete (4), a second layer of concrete (6), and a backing board (8). The sealant layer (2) is a transparent, wear-resistant material, such as a urethane material. The sealant layer (2) provides a waterproof and alcohol-resistant layer with excellent wear properties, both in a dry and a wet condition, plus an ultraviolet filter to prevent yellowing. A two-stage, two-part polyurethane material comprises these properties, and we have found this material to be particularly useful as a sealant layer. The transparent nature of the sealant layer (2) allows the uppermost surface of the first layer of concrete (4) to be viewed therethrough. The urethane material contains an anti-microbial additive that will inhibit the growth of bacteria, fungi, molds, mildew, and algae. The first layer of concrete (4) provides a viewable thin, hardened, and decorative surface.

Abstract: A system for the placement of modular fill material forming co-joined assemblies that promotes increased efficiency in fill material building methods by utilizing the capabilities of aerial conveyance devices, the pre-assembly of forms, the rapid bracing of forms, and the sequential placement of enclosure forms.

Abstract: A construction assembly includes a plurality of plaster boards, each of the plaster boards having a plaster body and at least one sheet of liner, the liner including an inner surface attached to the plaster body and an outer surface having an outer face; wherein said plaster boards are assembled creating at least one joint; and a joint-pointing coat jointing said plaster boards to form a substantially plane outer surface including the outer surface of said at least one joint and said outer surface of said liner, wherein the composition of the joint-pointing coat is adapted for the finishing of said at least one joint; wherein both the joint-pointing coat in the dry state and the outer face of the sheet of liner are adapted to form an overall surface having a substantially homogeneous coloration.

Abstract: A support profile for a supporting skeleton of a panel wall is described, with a gutter-shaped contour, comprising a bottom and two substantially parallel side walls, wherein the bottom comprises two bottom sections as well as a strip mutually insulating the two bottom sections. The support profile comprises two profile parts. Each profile part comprises a side wall and a bottom section. The two bottom sections have mutually overlapping end segments, wherein the insulating strip is located between the mutually overlapping bottom segments, and wherein the insulating strip is attached directly to the both overlapping bottom segments in order to this attach the two bottom sections to each other constructionally.

Abstract: A building block spacer (14) comprises a mat (16) having a plurality of spacer elements (18) provided thereon. The spacer is laid on a course of bricks (12), mortar is poured on top and a further course is then laid on the mortar. The spacers (18) ensure consistent and even spacing between courses of brickwork.

Abstract: A welded wire reinforcement is used in combination with insulated concrete form blocks having opposed panels joined by form ties. A method of construction forms building structures with insulated concert form blocks. The reinforcement member has a base bar and a plurality of arms extending downwardly from the base bar and is utilized to provide increased internal strength to a modular concrete wall system. The welded wire reinforcement provides vertical and horizontal support without requiring any extra time or material to connect a vertical reinforcement to the concrete forms of the wall system. An alternate embodiment of the reinforcement member includes a horizontal base bar, arms extending downward and perpendicular from the base bar, and a plurality of end pieces attached to the arms to form a discontinuous bottom bar. The base bar and bottom bar are slidably received in rebar chairs defined by the form ties.

Abstract: A fenestration sealed frame insulating glazing panel has an integral planar frame formed by four rigid plastic profiles interconnected end-to-end to define corners, the profiles having a low heat conductivity. Two glazing sheets are arranged in a spaced parallel relationship attached on opposite sides of the frame in a rigid manner by thermosetting adhesive to form an integral structure having an insulating cavity enclosed by the frame. The front face of each frame profile facing towards the cavity is covered by a low permeability sealant. The sealed frame glazing panel can include a third glazing sheet positioned in parallel between the first two glazing sheets and likewise interconnected at its perimeter to the frame to divide the insulating cavity into two parallel coextensive sub-cavities. The profiles of the frame can be made from structural plastic foam material, glass fiber, oriented thermoplastic, or various other materials of low thermal conductivity.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a retaining wall fall protection system having a plurality of base plates. It further includes a plurality of uprights pivotally attached to the base plates and a cross-brace attached to adjacent uprights at opposite ends of the cross-brace. A plurality of guardrails are provided and attached to guardrail adjustment brackets. The guardrail brackets are removably attachable to the uprights at various positions along the length of the uprights. Finally, there is provided an attachment assembly which secures the uprights in position adjacent the retaining wall. The attachment assembly comprises an attachment strap which is mounted to the upright and sized to extend through the retaining wall. A retainer on the opposite side of the wall engages a distal end of the attachment strap to secure the scaffolding to the retaining wall under construction.