Weather Resistant Shingle System

A weather resistant shingle system is provided, wherein a starter strip course of shingles is applied to a roof, and with successive courses of field shingles applied thereover, with adjacent underlying and overlying shingles adhesively secured together to provide wind resistance to tabs of next overlying shingles from being upwardly lifted under wind conditions, and to prevent moisture, such as rain, from entering beneath tabs of shingles. 2. The shingle of claim 1 , wherein said engaged lines of adhesive form a wind resistant barrier against wind lifting an overlying field shingle from adjacent engagement with a next-underlying shingle.3. The shingle of claim 1 , wherein said engaged lines of adhesive are continuous across said shingle between right and left ends.4. The shingle of claim 1 , wherein said engaged lines of adhesive are discontinuous across said shingle between right and left ends.5. The shingle of claim 1 , wherein at least one of said first and second lines of adhesive is provided with a removable release strip covering said line of adhesive.6. The shingle of claim 1 , wherein the first and second lines of adhesive each have a thicker portion and a thinner portion claim 1 , with the thinner portion of the first and second lines of adhesive being in engagement with a thicker portion of the other of the first and second lines of adhesive.7. The shingle of claim 1 , wherein the first and second lines of adhesive are each of triangular vertical cross-section claim 1 , having sloped surfaces claim 1 , with the sloped surfaces of the first and second lines of adhesive being in surface-to-surface engagement with each other.8. The shingle of claim 1 , wherein one of the first and second lines of adhesive has a projection and the other of the first and second lines of adhesive has a recess; with the projection of a line of adhesive being in nested engagement with a recess of a different line of adhesive.9. The shingle of claim 8 , wherein each of the ...

Controlled time-release algae resistant roofing system

Time-release algae-resistant roofing granules have a base particle including an algaecide and an outer coating layer including another algaecide. The at least two algaecides are released over different predetermined periods. The outer layer protects the base particle from exposure to the environment for a predetermined period, then fails catastrophically so that the interior algaecide can be released.

Tiles, roof and building structure

Tiles comprising a mating surface and a roofing surface, wherein the roofing surface is elevated above the mating surface and is shaped to guide or direct a liquid to flow from an upstream first end to a downstream second end under the influence of gravity when the mating surface rests on a leveled surface, and wherein the mating surface comprises a mating or coupling means which is adapted to make complementary mating or coupling engagement with a support member or a support surface having a complementary mating or coupling means.

SHINGLES WITH INCREASED HYDROPHOBICITY

A shingle includes a substrate having an asphalt coating on a top surface of the substrate and on a bottom surface of the substrate. A surface layer of granules is embedded in the asphalt on the top surface of the substrate. A backdust layer of particles is embedded in the asphalt on the bottom surface of the substrate. A sealant is disposed on the backdust. A hydrophobic material is applied to the sealant.

ROOFING TILE AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SUCH A ROOFING TILE

A roofing tile composed of concrete material and a method for producing such a roofing tile. The concrete material contains a binder, a gravel, a light-weight aggregate, and added water. The roofing tile has at least one watercourse and a lateral interlocking joint having a covering fold and a water fold. The ratio of water to binder is less than 0.3, the light-weight aggregate is composed of a material that is hydrophobic and/or not hygroscopic, and the roofing tile has a density in the range of 1.6 g/cmto 1.9 g/cmafter the hardening. The roofing tile has a thickness of 5 mm to 9 mm, preferably 7 mm to 8 mm, in the highly loaded regions, preferably in the region of the watercourse. 1. A roofing tile composed of a concrete material comprising a binder , a rock particle fraction , a lightweight aggregate and added water , which has at least one watercourse and a lateral interlocking joint consisting of a covering fold and a water fold , characterized in thatthe ratio of water to binder is less than 0.3,the lightweight aggregate consists of a material which is hydrophobic and/or nonhygroscopic, and{'sup': 3', '3, 'the roofing tile after curing has a density in the range from 1.6 g/cmto 1.9 g/cm, where the roofing tile has a thickness of from 5 mm to 9 mm, in highly loaded regions located between the covering fold and the water fold.'}2. The roofing tile as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the roofing tile comprises from 1300 cmto 1700 cmof concrete material claim 1 , where the roofing tile has a size at which from 9 to 11 roofing tiles/mof roof area can be laid.3. The roofing tile as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the roofing tile comprises from 1700 cmto 2250 cmof concrete material claim 1 , where the roofing tile has a size at which from 7 to 9 roofing tiles/mof roof area can be laid.4. The roofing tile as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the roofing tile comprises from 2250 cmto 2750 cmof concrete material claim 1 , where the roofing ...

Collapsible bottle and related systems, components and methods

A collapsible plastic bottle is provided which is movable from an expanded configuration for storing liquid for consumer use to a collapsed configuration for forming a tile for use in tiled building structures and the like. Related systems, components and methods are also provided.

SHINGLES WITH INCREASED HYDROPHOBICITY

A shingle includes a substrate having an asphalt coating on a top surface of the substrate and on a bottom surface of the substrate. A surface layer of granules is embedded in the asphalt on the top surface of the substrate. A backdust layer of particles is embedded in the asphalt on the bottom surface of the substrate. A sealant is disposed on the backdust. A hydrophobic material is applied to the sealant. 122-. (canceled)23. A package , comprising: a substrate infiltrated with asphalt forming a first asphalt coating on a top surface of the substrate and a second asphalt coating on a bottom surface of the substrate;', 'a surface layer of granules embedded in the first asphalt coating;', 'a backdust layer of particles embedded in the second asphalt coating; and', 'a hydrophobic material disposed on at least one of the surface layer of granules and the backdust layer of particles;, 'two or more shingles in a stacked configuration, each of the two or more shingles comprisingwherein the two or more shingles are stacked such that the hydrophobic material of the shingles prevents moisture from infiltrating between the shingles when the shingles are exposed to 2.2 inches of rain per hour for 24 hours.24. The package according to claim 23 , wherein the hydrophobic material is applied to the backdust layer of particles after the backdust layer of particles are embedded in the second asphalt coating such that the hydrophobic material is not disposed between at least a portion of the particles and the second asphalt coating.25. The package according to claim 23 , wherein the hydrophobic material is disposed on the backdust layer of particles such that a contact angle of the backdust layer of particles with the hydrophobic material is greater than about 70 degrees.26. The package according to claim 23 , wherein the hydrophobic material comprises a silane solution.27. The package according to claim 26 , wherein the silane solution is a methyl silane solution.28. The package ...

SHINGLE WITH REINFORCED NAIL ZONE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING

A method of making a laminated shingle is provided. The method includes coating a shingle mat with roofing asphalt to make an asphalt-coated sheet, adhering a reinforcement member to a portion of the asphalt-coated sheet, covering the asphalt-coated sheet, and optionally covering the reinforcement member, with granules to make a granule-covered sheet, dividing the granule-covered sheet into an overlay sheet and an underlay sheet, wherein the overlay sheet has a tab portion normally exposed on a roof and a headlap portion normally covered-up on a roof, the headlap portion having a lower zone adjacent the tab portion and an upper zone adjacent the lower zone, and wherein the reinforcement member is adhered to the lower zone of the headlap portion and laminating the overlay sheet and the underlay sheet to make the laminated shingle. 123-. (canceled)24. A method of applying shingles to a roof , the method comprising: an overlay sheet including a mat and an asphalt coating applied to the mat, and defining a headlap portion and a tab portion;', 'an underlay sheet including a mat and an asphalt coating applied to the mat, the underlay sheet having a front surface secured to the overlay sheet such that a region of the underlay sheet overlaps a region of the headlap portion of the overlay sheet; and', 'a reinforcement material secured directly to the asphalt coating on a front exterior surface of the headlap portion of the overlay sheet without extending into the tab portion to provide a reinforced nail zone along a longitudinal axis of the shingle, wherein the reinforcement material is configured to improve nail pull-through, with the reinforcement material and the headlap portion providing a nail pull-through value that is greater than an otherwise identical shingle having no such reinforcement material; and', 'wherein a sealant is adhered to a rear surface of the underlay sheet along a leading edge of the underlay sheet; and', 'wherein the headlap portion of the overlay ...

ROOFING PANEL WITH ANTI-DRIP FUNCTION

A panel for the construction of roofing is described, which includes two substantially opposite surfaces and a plurality of elongated recesses formed on at least one of the two opposite surfaces of the panel. The panel is made of a thermoplastic material, preferably polycarbonate. Moreover, a roofing arrangement for structures formed by means of one or more panels is described, wherein the surface of the panel which includes the plurality of elongated recesses forms the inner surface of the roofing arrangement. The panel is particularly useful for the construction of roofing arrangements for structures designed for plant cultivation and/or plant protection, such as greenhouses, nurseries, covered gardens, and the like. 1. Panel for the construction of a roofing arrangement , comprising two substantially opposite surfaces and made of a thermoplastic material , wherein the panel comprises a plurality of elongated recesses formed on at least one of said two opposite surfaces of said panel and the surface of the panel comprising the plurality of elongated recesses is the inner surface of the roofing arrangement.2. Panel according to claim 1 , wherein said elongated recesses extend along substantially straight lines.3. Panel according to claim 1 , wherein said elongated recesses extend parallel to each other.4. Panel according to claim 1 , wherein said elongated recesses extend over the entire length of the panel claim 1 , thereby connecting two opposite sides of said panel.5. Panel according to claim 1 , wherein at least one elongated recess comprises at least one surface extending from at least one bottom portion to at least one ridge of said recess.62. Panel according to claim 5 , wherein the at least one ridge of at least one elongated recess coincides with at least one ridge of a successive elongated recess formed on said surface () of the panel.7. Panel according to claim 5 , wherein said at least one surface extending from at least one bottom portion to at least ...

HYPERBRIGHT WHITE ROOFING GRANULES WITH HIGH SOLAR REFLECTANCE

The invention provides a bright white refractory roofing granule, comprising a ceramic material formed from a substantially homogenous mixture of a ceramic-forming clay, sintering material, and optionally comprising silica particles, and other potential additives, said bright white refractory roofing granule having a total solar reflectance of at least 0.80 and a Hunter Color Lvalue of at least 85.0, together with processes for making and using the same. 126-. (canceled)28. The granule of claim 27 , wherein the granule has a total solar reflectance of from 0.8 to 0.845.29. The granule of claim 27 , wherein the granule has a Hunter Color L-value of 85 to 89.7.30. The granule of claim 27 , wherein the powdered carbonaceous combustible material is carbon black.31. The granule of wherein said granules have a translucency of 5% or less claim 27 , a Barrett Hardness value of at least 70 claim 27 , and a thermal emittance of at least 0.8.32. The granule of claim 27 , wherein the granule has a cristobalite content of less than 3% claim 27 , a total iron content less than 1% claim 27 , and no detectable asbestiform minerals.33. The granule of further comprising a coating selected from: (i) a mixture comprising process oil and polysiloxane claim 27 , (ii) aqueous polysiloxane claim 27 , (iii) polymer emulsions claim 27 , and (iv) mixtures thereof.34. The granule of having a composition further comprising AlO20-50 wt %; and SiO40-80 wt %.35. The granule of having an overall crystallinity of 30%-60%.36. A process for making a white refractory roofing granule claim 27 , comprising the step of firing a consolidated substantially homogenous mixture of a ceramic-forming clay and sintering material claim 27 , such that said bright white refractory roofing granule has a total solar reflectance of at least 0.8 and a Hunter Color L-value of at least 85.37. The process of claim 36 , comprising:i.) forming a mixture comprising clay, sintering material, and optionally one or more ...

Corrugated Roof Sheet and Photovoltaic Assembly Comprising the Same

A corrugated roof sheet has a bottom, a first-side roof sheet edge portion, a second-side roof sheet edge portion, a retaining cap and a protruding portion. The first-side roof sheet edge portion has a height H from the bottom. The retaining cap covers the first-side roof sheet edge portion and has a lower fringe. The lower fringe has a height h from the bottom. The protruding portion is between the first-side roof sheet edge portion and the second-side roof sheet edge portion and has a height h from the bottom. The height h is greater than the height h 1. A corrugated roof sheet comprising:a bottom;{'b': '1', 'a first-side roof sheet edge portion having a height H from the bottom;'}a second-side roof sheet edge portion;{'b': '2', 'a first-side fitting portion and second-side fitting portion both disposed between the first-side roof sheet edge portion and the second-side roof sheet edge portion, each of the first-side fitting portion and the second-side fitting portion having a standing portion and a lateral engaging portion extending from the standing portion toward the other side, the lateral engaging portion having a height h from the bottom; and'}{'b': '3', 'a protruding portion disposed between the first-side fitting portion and the second-side fitting portion and having a height h from the bottom,'}{'b': 2', '3, 'wherein the height h is greater than the height h.'}2. The corrugated roof sheet according to claim 1 , further comprising an adjacent corrugated roof sheet claim 1 , wherein the first-side roof sheet edge portion engages with a second-side roof sheet edge portion of the adjacent corrugated roof sheet closely.3. The corrugated roof sheet according to claim 1 , wherein there is a fitting space for accommodating a photovoltaic module between the lateral engaging portion and the protruding portion.4443. The corrugated roof sheet according to claim 3 , wherein the photovoltaic module comprises an electronic box having a thickness h and the thickness h is ...

COLORED ROOFING GRANULES WITH INCREASED SOLAR HEAT REFLECTANCE, SOLAR HEAT-REFLECTIVE SHINGLES AND PROCESS FOR PRODUCING SAME

Solar-reflective roofing granules having deep-tone colors are formed by coating base mineral particles with a coating composition including an infrared-reflective pigment. Color is provided by a colored infrared pigment, a light-interference platelet pigment, or a metal oxide. 1. A roofing product comprising a mixture of conventional roofing granules and colored infrared reflective roofing granules , the colored infrared reflective roofing granules being selected from the group consisting of(a) granules comprising base particles comprising inert mineral particles coated with a cured first coating composition comprising including a base particle binder and at least one colorant selected from the group consisting of uv-stabilized dyes and granule coloring pigments, the base particles being coated with a cured second coating composition comprising a coating binder and at least one infrared-reflective functional pigment;(b) granules comprising base particles comprising inert mineral particles coated with a cured first coating composition including a base particle binder and at least one reflective white pigment, the base particles being coated with a cured second coating composition including a coating binder, and at least one colorant selected from the group consisting of pigments with near infrared transparency;(c) granules comprising inert base particles with size passing #8 mesh and retaining on #70 mesh coated with a cured coating composition comprising a coating binder and at least one colored, infrared-reflective pigment;(d) granules comprising base particles with size passing #8 mesh and retaining on #70 mesh coated with a cured coating composition comprising a coating binder and at least one colored, infrared-reflective pigment wherein the base particles comprise mineral particles coated with a cured base coating composition including a base particle binder, and at least one reflective white pigment;(e) granules comprising base particles comprising inert ...

Roofing Method and Apparatus

In an embodiment, a method includes applying a liquid plural component polymer to a sloped roof to form a protective surface that inhibits moisture seepage to the roof sheathing. In some embodiments, the plural component polymer may be a polyurea compound having a hardening time that is less than approximately 10 minutes. In some embodiments, one or more of the components may be aerated prior to application to the roof substrate. In some embodiments, one or more polystyrene panels may be affixed to the sloped roof prior to application of the liquid plural component polymer. Other embodiments are described and claimed. 1. A method comprising:aerating a polymer liquid comprising polyurea, with an aeration agent to produce an aerated polymer liquid that includes a plurality of cavity regions that are generally devoid of polyurea within an interior of the aerated polymer liquid; andapplying the aerated polymer liquid to a roof substrate of a roof to produce a coated roof.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the roof substrate comprises a polyurethane layer.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising after applying the aerated polymer liquid claim 1 , applying another polymer liquid to the coated roof claim 1 , wherein the other polymer liquid hardens after application to the coated roof.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the aeration agent comprises a volatile liquid.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the polymer liquid further comprises another polymer.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the roof has a pitch that is generally at least 3/12.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the aerated polymer liquid has a first density of cavity regions within an interior portion of the aerated polymer liquid claim 1 , the method further comprising aerating a different polymer liquid to produce a different aerated polymer liquid claim 1 , and applying the different aerated polymer liquid onto the coated roof to produce an enhanced coated roof.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the ...

Ceramic Granules with High UV Opacity and High Solar Reflectance

The invention relates to ceramic granules with a high UV opacity and high solar reflectance, which is produced by forming a calcined clay mineral powder into green body and re-calcining, featured with a water absorption of 15-35%; ≥97% crystalline content and 90-100% UV opacity. The invention further relates to a method for preparing ceramic granules with a high UV opacity and high solar reflectance and the use thereof for reflectance-improving application on building surface for the purpose of energy conservation. 1. Ceramic granules having a high UV opacity and high solar reflectance , produced by forming a calcined clay mineral powder and re-calcining , wherein the ceramic granules are characterized by:15-35% water absorption;≥97% crystalline content; and90-100% UV opacity.2. The ceramic granules according to claim 1 , which have a water absorption of between 20% and 30%.3. The ceramic granules according to claim 1 , which have a crystalline content of between 97% and 100%.4. The ceramic granules according to claim 1 , which have a crushing index of from 15% to 35%.5. The ceramic granules according to claim 1 , which have a UV opacity of between 92% and 100%.6. The ceramic granules according to claim 1 , wherein the ceramic granules have a solar reflectance of between 82% and 90%.7. The ceramic granule according to claim 1 , wherein the ceramic granules have a solar reflectance of from 75% to 85% when being applied to asphalt substrate at a coverage of 90% or more.8. The ceramic granules according to claim 1 , wherein the ceramic granules have a solar reflectance of between 80% and 90% when being applied to the surface of a polyurethane foam substrate at a coverage of 90% or more.9. The ceramic granules according to claim 1 , wherein the clay comprises dickite claim 1 , kaolin claim 1 , montmorillonite claim 1 , pyrophyllite claim 1 , halloysite claim 1 , allophane claim 1 , ammonium illite or a mixture of one or more thereof.10. The ceramic granules according to ...

PHOTOVOLTAIC ROOF TILE HAVING A LENGTH-ADJUSTABLE CURRENT LINE

The invention relates to a photovoltaic roof tile () for obtaining electrical energy from solar radiation. The shape of the photovoltaic roof tile according to the invention corresponds substantially to the shape of a conventional roof tile, comprising a top-side photovoltaic module () with a first current line () and a second current line (), said photovoltaic module () with being arranged on a base tile () which is used to fasten the photovoltaic roof tile () on the roof, wherein: 1202634362220. A photovoltaic roof tile () for the production of thermal energy from solar radiation , the shape of which essentially corresponds to the shape of a conventional roof tile , comprising a photovoltaic module () , which is connected to a first current line () and a second current line () and is arranged on a base tile () , which is for mounting the solar thermal roof tile () on the roof , wherein{'b': 34', '38, 'the first current line (), at its free end, comprises a first connection element (),'}{'b': 36', '40, 'the second current line (), at its free end, comprises a second connecting element (),'}{'b': 34', '36, 'at least one of the two power lines (, ) is formed as being changeable in length,'}{'b': 38', '40', '20, 'in an initial state, both connecting elements (, ) are arranged within external dimensions of the photovoltaic roof tile (),'}{'b': 38', '40', '20', '38', '40', '20, 'in an assembly state, at least one of the two connection elements (, ) may be pulled out beyond the external dimensions of the photovoltaic roof tile (), so that it is connectable to a corresponding connection element (, ) of an adjacent photovoltaic roof tile ().'}220384034363840. The photovoltaic roof tile () according to claim 1 , characterized in that the two connecting elements ( claim 1 , ) each comprises an electrical contact surface claim 1 , which contact surface each is connected in an electrically conductive manner to an associated power line ( claim 1 , ) claim 1 , wherein the ...

High Solar-Reflectivity Roofing Granules Utilizing Low Absorption Components

An uncolored roofing granule including a low solar absorption base and a low solar absorption and solar opaque coating presented on the base, the coating including a binder, a pigment, wherein the binder includes a curable component and a non-clay, thermally reactive curing agent. 1. An uncolored roofing granule comprising:a low solar absorption base; anda low solar absorption and solar opaque coating presented on said base, said coating comprising a binder, a pigment, wherein said binder comprises a curable component and a non-clay, thermally reactive curing agent.2. The uncolored roofing granule of claim 1 , wherein said coating is UV blocking.3. The uncolored roofing granule of claim 1 , wherein said curable component comprises a soluble silicate.4. The uncolored roofing granule of claim 1 , wherein said binder comprises less than about 15% by weight clay.57-. (canceled)8. The uncolored roofing granule of claim 1 , wherein said coating has high reflectivity to visible and infrared (IR) light.9. (canceled)10. The uncolored roofing granule of claim 1 , wherein said base is selected from the group consisting of recycled glass claim 1 , engineered glass claim 1 , quartz claim 1 , and any combinations thereof.11. The uncolored roofing granule of claim 1 , wherein said base comprises high diffuse reflectivity and comprises a total solar reflectivity having a cup brightness of at least about 0.70 reflectivity.12. The uncolored roofing granule of claim 11 , wherein said base is selected from the group consisting of polycrystalline silicate claim 11 , polycrystalline silica claim 11 , glass ceramic claim 11 , devitrified ceramic claim 11 , phase-separated glass claim 11 , polycrystalline fused oxide claim 11 , white cement claim 11 , and any combinations thereof.13. The uncolored roofing granule of claim 11 , wherein said base is white cement claim 11 , said white cement comprising one or more fillers selected from the group consisting of recycled glass claim 11 , ...

PAN TILE ROOFING SYSTEM

A roofing assembly disposed on an underlying support comprising an underlayment assembly disposed in a securing relation to the underlying support. A conduit assembly is disposed on the underlayment assembly and structured to define a path of fluid flow. The path of fluid flow extends along at least a majority portion of said underlayment assembly. The conduit assembly is disposed in a single, continuous, looped relation to the underlayment assembly. A plurality of pan tiles are partially disposed in a confronting relation to the underlayment assembly. At least some of the plurality of pan tiles are partially disposed in an overlying relation to at least a portion of the conduit assembly. The plurality of pan tiles are disposed to have a predetermined spacing in between each other, which is disposed to receive at least a portion of the conduit assembly. 1. A roofing assembly disposed on an underlying support , said roofing assembly comprising:an underlayment assembly disposed in a securing relation to the underlying support,a conduit assembly disposed on said underlayment assembly and structured to define a path of fluid flow, andsaid path of fluid flow extending along at least a majority portion of said underlayment assembly.2. A roofing assembly as recited in wherein conduit assembly comprises a tubing formed of a polyethylene material.3. A roofing assembly as recited in wherein said conduit assembly is disposed in a single claim 2 , continuous claim 2 , looped relation to said underlayment assembly.4. A roofing assembly as recited in wherein said underlayment assembly comprises self-adhesive capabilities to secure at least a portion of said conduit assembly thereto said underlayment assembly.5. A roofing assembly as recited in further comprising a plurality of pan tiles partially disposed in a confronting relation to said underlayment assembly.6. A roofing assembly as recited in wherein at least some of said plurality of pan tiles are partially disposed in an ...

ROOFING TILE, ARRANGEMENT OF ROOFING TILES AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING A ROOFING TILE

A concrete roof tile having a panel-shaped base body made from cast material, is characterized in that the base body is furnished with at least two holes in which wires are routed. This facilitates the use thereof in conjunction with a solar panel. 11: Concrete roof tile () having a panel-shaped base body made from cast material , wherein the base body has at least two holes , in which lines are routed.2: Concrete roof tile according to claim 1 , wherein the lines are electric lines.3: Concrete roof tile according to claim 1 , wherein the lines are insulated from the cast material.4: Concrete roof tile according to claim 1 , wherein the holes form channels that extend perpendicularly to the panel-shaped alignment of the base body.5: Concrete roof tile according to claim 1 , wherein the holes form channels that extend lengthwise relative to the panel-shaped alignment of the base body.6: Concrete roof tile according to claim 1 , wherein the cast material is an organic cast material.7: Concrete roof tile according to claim 1 , wherein it comprises a solar module with a glass pane.8: Concrete roof tile according to claim 1 , wherein it comprises a base body made of concrete claim 1 , a sealing material arranged on top of the base body claim 1 , a solar matrix arranged on top of the sealing material claim 1 , and a glass pane arranged on top of the solar matrix.9: Concrete roof tile according to claim 8 , wherein the glass pane has a thickness of less than 4 mm and is made from uncured glass.10: Concrete roof tile according to claim 1 , wherein it comprises a solar module and wherein the cast material is approximately the same color as the solar module.11: Concrete roof tile according to claim 1 , wherein it comprises a solar module and wherein tabs are arranged on the side of the solar module.1211: Concrete roof tile according to claim 1 , wherein it comprises a solar module () that is designed for a maximum of 60 Volts and an output of about 6 to 20 Watts.135: ...

Roof Tiles and Roof Tile Structures and Methods of Making Same

A roof tile having a mesh covered foam core with a cement-based protective coating, a roof covering formed from such tiles and methods for making same. 1. A roof tile of a size generally within industry standards comprising:a foam core member having a first end section, a second end section and a plurality of surfaces wherein said surfaces are shaped whereby like tiles can be nested in an overlapping arrangement;a strengthening material applied to surfaces of said foam core member;a cement-based protective coating covering said plurality of surfaces and said first and second end members of said foam core member.2. The roof tile of further comprising:a first L-shaped flange at said first coated end member and a second L-shaped flange at said second coated end member wherein said first L-shaped flange has a first flange engagement member having a first flange end and a first flange engagement surface, said first L-shaped flange further having a first flange abutment member adjacent to and generally perpendicular to said first flange engagement member, and having an abutment surface generally perpendicular to said engagement surface, wherein said second L-shaped flange has a second flange engagement member having a second flange end and a second flange engagement surface, said second L-shaped flange further having a second flange abutment member adjacent to and generally perpendicular to said second flange engagement member, and having a second flange abutment surface generally perpendicular to said second flange engagement surface.3. The roof tile of further comprising:an arcuate section having an upper surface and an opposing lower surface wherein in one dimension the upper surface generally traces the arc of a first circle having a center and a radius and wherein said lower surface, in the one dimension, traces the arc of a second circle having generally the same radius as said first circle, but a center at a location different than the location of the center of ...

LAMINATED STARTER SHINGLE FOR A ROOF COVERING

A method of covering a roof deck includes laying a course of starter shingles in a side-by-side relationship at an eave edge of a roof deck. A starter shingle of the course of starter shingles is a laminated starter shingle comprising an underlay sheet laminated below an overlay sheet. A plurality of successive generally horizontal courses of covering shingles are laid above the course of starter shingles. The covering shingles in each of the courses of covering shingles are laid in a side-by-side relationship and horizontally offset from the covering shingles in adjacent courses. Each covering shingle of the courses of covering shingles includes a headlap portion and a butt portion. The butt portion includes a plurality of tabs separated by cutouts. The starter shingles include an exposed portion extending between the tabs of the covering shingles. 127.-. (canceled)28. A laminated starter shingle comprising:an overlay sheet including an asphalt coated mat and having front, rear, left and right edges that define a first rectangle having a first height and a first width; andan underlay sheet including an asphalt coated mat and having front, rear, left and right edges that define a second rectangle having a second height and a second width, the underlay sheet being laminated below the overlay sheet such that an entirety of the underlay sheet is covered by the overlay sheet;wherein the first height is greater than the second height, and the first width is equal to the second width.29. The laminated starter shingle of claim 28 , wherein the first height is approximately twice the second height.30. The laminated starter shingle of claim 28 , wherein the overlay sheet further comprises a layer of granules applied to an upper surface of the asphalt coated mat.31. The laminated starter shingle of claim 28 , wherein the underlay sheet further comprises a layer of granules applied to an upper surface of the asphalt coated mat.32. The laminated starter shingle of claim 28 , ...

Colored Roofing Granules With Increased Solar Heat Reflectance, Solar Heat-Reflective Shingles And Process For Producing Same

Solar-reflective roofing granules having deep-tone colors are formed by coating base mineral particles with a coating composition including an infrared-reflective pigment. Color is provided by a colored infrared pigment, a light-interference platelet pigment, or a metal oxide.

SURFACE COVERING SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR PREPARING SUCH A SYSTEM

The invention relates to a surface coverings system for a surface such as a roof, a floor or another substantially flat surface subjected to water and needs drainage, and methods for preparing such a system. The surface covering system comprises a rectangular plate with a mark marking a highest point, a substantially flat lower surface and an upper surface with a first slope facing from the mark towards a second mark provided in connection to the outer edge of the plate. The first slope is circular and has a linear radial inclination (α) facing from the mark towards essentially all points on the rectangular plate. The slope forms an elevation in the plate forming at least a part of a cone or blunt cone with the tip of the cone defined by the mark with the lowest point(s) of the upper surface of the disc defined by the second mark. 1. A surface covering system for a covering of a roof , a floor , or another substantially flat limited surface comprising at least one substantially rectangular , triangular , quadrangular or otherwise polygonal plate with a first mark marking a highest point , i.e. an apex and a substantially flat lower surface and an upper surface with a first slope facing from the first mark towards at least one second mark provided in connection to an outer edge of the plate , wherein the first slope is circular and has a radial linear inclination (α) facing from the first mark from essentially all points on the at least one plate such that the slope forms an elevation in the plate with the shape of at least a part of a cone or a blunt cone , with the apex of the cone defined by the first mark and with the lowest point or points of the upper surface of the plate defined by the at least one second mark.2. The surface covering system according to claim 1 , wherein the system comprises at least two separate claim 1 , substantially rectangular claim 1 , triangular claim 1 , quadrangular or otherwise polygonal plates with a substantially flat lower surface ...

SOLAR REFLECTIVE PARTICULATES

A reflective particulate composition includes a particulate substrate, and an inorganic binder, a pigment, and a hydrophobic coating on the particulate substrate. The composition may have a solar reflectance of 70% or greater. The pigment may include a clay, and the hydrophobic coating may include a (meth)acrylic polymer, a coupling agent, a wax and an antioxidant. A method of making the composition may include mixing the pigment, the inorganic binder, a dispersant and water to form a pigment mixture, adding the particulate substrate to the pigment mixture, heat treating the pigmented particulate, and mixing the pigmented particulate with a hydrophobic coating composition. Alternatively, the method may include first mixing the particulate substrate with one of the inorganic binder or the pigment, and then mixing the resulting composition with the other of the inorganic binder and the pigment, and heat treating the pigmented particulate. 1. A reflective particulate composition , comprising:a particulate substrate;an inorganic binder coated on the particulate substrate;a pigment coated on the particulate substrate; anda hydrophobic exterior coating on the particulate substrate.2. The reflective particulate composition according to claim 1 , wherein the reflective particulate composition has a solar reflectance of 70% or greater.3. The reflective particulate composition according to claim 1 , wherein the particulate substrate has a particle size distribution in which a majority of particles of the particulate substrate have a size between 12 and 50 mesh.4. The reflective particulate composition according to claim 1 , wherein the particulate substrate comprises silica in an amount of 50% by weight or greater based on 100% by weight of the particulate substrate.5. The reflective particulate composition according to claim 1 , wherein the inorganic binder is selected from the group consisting of alkali metal silicates claim 1 , alkali metal carbonates claim 1 , alkali ...

Electrical Wiring Systems For Use In Roofing Applications

The present invention relates generally to electrical systems. The present invention relates more particularly to electrical wiring systems suitable for use in roofing applications. One aspect of the invention is a wiring system on a roof comprising a roof deck having a slope and one or more roofing elements disposed on the roof deck, the wiring system including one or more wires extending along the roof on top of the roofing elements; and a wire covering disposed over the one or more wires. 2. The wiring system according to claim 1 , wherein the flexible roofing material that covers the rigid wire covering is the flexible roofing material of each of the second plurality of flexible roofing elements.3. The wiring system according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more wires are down-roof from the down-roof edge of the second plurality of roofing elements.4. The wiring system according to claim 3 , wherein the flexible roofing material that covers the rigid wire covering does not overlap or underlap the flexible roofing elements of the second plurality of flexible roofing elements.5. The wiring system according to claim 3 , wherein the flexible roofing material that covers the rigid wire covering overlaps the flexible roofing elements of the second plurality of flexible roofing elements.6. The wiring system according to claim 3 , wherein the flexible roofing material that covers the rigid wire covering has a top surface that is the same as the top surface of the flexible roofing material of each of the second plurality of flexible roofing elements.7. The wiring system according to claim 6 , wherein the top surface of the rigid wire covering and the top surface of each of the second plurality of flexible roofing elements are granule-coated.8. The wiring system according to claim 7 , wherein the granules are solar reflective.9. The wiring system according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more wires extend horizontally along the roof.10. The wiring system according to ...

CERAMIC GRANULES WITH HIGH UV OPACITY AND HIGH SOLAR REFLECTANCE

The invention relates to ceramic granules with a high UV opacity and high solar reflectance, which is produced by forming a calcined clay mineral powder into green body and re-calcining, featured with a water absorption of 15-35%; ≥97% crystalline content and 90-100% UV opacity. The invention further relates to a method for preparing ceramic granules with a high UV opacity and high solar reflectance and the use thereof for reflectance-improving application on building surface for the purpose of energy conservation. 1. Ceramic granules having a high UV opacity and high solar reflectance , produced by forming a calcined clay mineral powder and re-calcining , wherein the ceramic granules are characterized by:15-35% water absorption;≥97% crystalline content;90-100% UV opacity; anda solar reflectance of between 82% and 90%.2. The ceramic granules according to claim 1 , which have a water absorption of between 20% and 30%.3. The ceramic granules according to claim 1 , which have a crystalline content of between 97% and 100%.4. The ceramic granules according to claim 1 , which have a crushing index of from 15% to 35%.5. The ceramic granules according to claim 1 , which have a UV opacity of between 92% and 100%.6. The ceramic granules according to claim 1 , wherein the clay comprises dickite claim 1 , kaolin claim 1 , montmorillonite claim 1 , pyrophyllite claim 1 , halloysite claim 1 , allophane claim 1 , ammonium illite or a mixture of one or more thereof.7. The ceramic granules according to claim 1 , wherein the calcined clay powder has a particle size Dof between 0.01 μm and 8 μm.8. The ceramic granules according to claim 1 , wherein the calcined clay powder has an L* between 85 and 100 claim 1 , a* between −3 and +3 and b* between 1 and 9.9. The ceramic granules according to claim 1 , wherein the forming of the calcined clay mineral powder is conducted by casting claim 1 , pressure moulding or rolling granulation.10. The ceramic granules according to claim 1 , wherein ...

SOLAR REFLECTIVE PARTICULATES

A reflective particulate composition includes a particulate substrate, and an inorganic binder, a pigment, and a hydrophobic coating on the particulate substrate. The composition may have a solar reflectance of 70% or greater. The pigment may include a clay, and the hydrophobic coating may include a (meth)acrylic polymer, a coupling agent, a wax and an antioxidant. A method of making the composition may include mixing the pigment, the inorganic binder, a dispersant and water to form a pigment mixture, adding the particulate substrate to the pigment mixture, heat treating the pigmented particulate, and mixing the pigmented particulate with a hydrophobic coating composition. Alternatively, the method may include first mixing the particulate substrate with one of the inorganic binder or the pigment, and then mixing the resulting composition with the other of the inorganic binder and the pigment, and heat treating the pigmented particulate. 1. A reflective particulate composition , comprising:a particulate substrate;an inorganic binder coated on the particulate substrate;a pigment coated on the particulate substrate; anda hydrophobic exterior coating on the particulate substrate.2. The reflective particulate composition according to claim 1 , wherein the reflective particulate composition has a solar reflectance of 70% or greater.3. The reflective particulate composition according to claim 1 , wherein the particulate substrate has a particle size distribution in which a majority of particles of the particulate substrate have a size between 12 and 50 mesh.4. The reflective particulate composition according to claim 1 , wherein the particulate substrate comprises silica in an amount of 50% by weight or greater based on 100% by weight of the particulate substrate.5. The reflective particulate composition according to claim 1 , wherein the inorganic binder is selected from the group consisting of alkali metal silicates claim 1 , alkali metal carbonates claim 1 , alkali ...

Roofing material

An approximately planar roofing material body is arranged adjacent to another roofing material body. A side end part of the roofing material body is overlapped and laid to the another roofing material body. The roofing material body is provided with an inclined piece formed at a side end edge part of the roofing material body so as to be inclined downward. Further, a tip of the inclined piece (an inclined-piece tip) of the roofing material body is formed so as to abut on a front face bent downward of the another rooting material body laid to a downside of the roofing material body.

ROOFTOP-MOUNTABLE LOAD SUPPORT STRUCTURE WITH ADAPTER PLUG(S)

Load support structures for mounting a load atop a raised rib metal panel roof make use of relatively small, inexpensive, and easy-to-make adapter plugs as interfaces between the raised ribs and one or more component pieces or members of the load support structure, such as an upper diverter or a lower closure member. The adapter plug has an inner surface and an outer surface, the inner surface having an inner profile substantially matching or conforming to some or all of the profile of a particular style of rib profile. The outer surface of the adapter plug has a standardized shape, some or all of which is made to conform to an upper diverter, lower closure, and/or other component member of the load support structure. 1. A load support structure for mounting a load on a metal panel roof in which elongate metal roof panels are arranged side by side , with edges of adjacent roof panels being joined to each other to define elevated roof panel ribs , and panel flats of the roof panels extending between adjacent ones of the elevated ribs , the roof panel ribs including a second roof panel rib disposed between a first and a third roof panel rib , the first , second , and third ribs all having a same rib profile , the load support structure comprising:an upper diverter and a lower closure, each adapted to extend from the first rib to the third rib;a first side rail and a second side rail, each adapted to extend from the upper diverter to the lower closure; anda first adapter plug having a first outer surface and a first inner surface, the first outer surface having a first outer profile, and the first inner surface having a first inner profile;wherein the upper diverter includes a lower flange, a first inclined element, a second inclined element, and an upstanding element, the first and second inclined elements each connecting the lower flange to the upstanding element but on opposite ends of the upper diverter;wherein the upper diverter further includes a first cover ...

COATING SYSTEM FOR ROOF COVERING WITH PATTERN OF THE COVERING MANTLE BY THREE-DIMENSIONAL EFFECT AND LAMINATED BITUMINOUS TILE

A cladding system for roof covering with pattern of the covering mantle of three-dimensional effect and laminated bituminous tile, in which the roof covering is obtained for each course, combining laterally and overlapping the lip of at least the band or the fret of each tile contiguous the course of upstream tiles is superimposed to the course of downstream tiles so that the area of exposure is greater than 55% of the total area of each laminated bituminous tile and wherein the laminated bituminous tile is composed of two composite layers coupled and overlapping staggered in the longitudinal direction, respectively, a band and a decorative fret, the first and second layers coupled so as to be staggered with respect to the longitudinal direction of the laminated bituminous tile obtaining for each head an out edging lip, respectively a fret lip on one side, a band lip on the other. 1. A cladding system for roof covering with pattern of the covering mantle of three-dimensional effect and laminated bituminous tiles , characterized by the fact in which the covering mantle is obtained by combining sideways and overlapping the lip of at least the band and the fret of each laminated bituminous tile contiguous of the same type in a course of laminated bituminous tile contiguous and where the said course of laminated bituminous tile contiguous , upstream of the line of pose , is superimposed with respect to downstream , to the same course of laminated bituminous tile contiguous , in such a way that the area of exposure of each laminated bituminous tile contiguous downstream , is greater than 55% of the total area of each laminated bituminous tile.2. A cladding system for roof covering with pattern of the covering mantle of three-dimensional effect and laminated bituminous tile in accordance with claim 1 , characterized by the fact in which each laminated bituminous tile contiguous of the covering mantle claim 1 , is of the type composed of two composite layers having the ...

ROOFING TILE AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SUCH A ROOFING TILE

A roofing tile composed of concrete material and a method for producing such a roofing tile. The concrete material contains a binder, a gravel, a light-weight aggregate, and added water. The roofing tile has at least one watercourse and a lateral interlocking joint having a covering fold and a water fold. The ratio of water to binder is less than 0.3, the light-weight aggregate is composed of a material that is hydrophobic and/or not hygroscopic, and the roofing tile has a density in the range of 1.6 g/cmto 1.9 g/cmafter the hardening. The roofing tile has a thickness of 5 mm to 9 mm, preferably 7 mm to 8 mm, in the highly loaded regions, preferably in the region of the watercourse. 1. A process for producing a roofing tile composed of a concrete material comprising a binder , a rock particle fraction , a lightweight aggregate and added water , which has at least one watercourse and a lateral interlocking joint consisting of a covering fold and a water fold , and highly loaded regions located between the covering fold and the water fold , which comprises the following steps:mixing the concrete material comprising the binder, the rock particle fraction, the lightweight aggregate and the added water;shaping the mixture by means of extrusion; andparting the shaped extrudate obtained to form sections and curing the sections,characterized in thatthe ratio of water to binder is less than 0.3,the lightweight aggregate consists of a material which is hydrophobic and/or nonhygroscopic,{'sup': 3', '3, 'the roofing tile after curing has a density in the range from 1.6 g/cmto 1.9 g/cm, and'}where the roofing tile has a thickness of from 5 mm to 9 mm in the highly loaded regions.2. The process for producing a roofing tile as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the roofing tile comprises from 1300 cmto 1700 cmof concrete material claim 1 , where the roofing tile has a size at which from 9 to 11 roofing tiles/mcan be laid.3. The process for producing a roofing tile as ...

Conduit tile hook

A Conduit Tile Hook is disclosed for supporting a conduit above a roof. The Conduit Tile Hook simply slides under an existing roof tile, without cut-outs or removing any nails, and allows the conduit to sit 1.5″ off of the roof surface to decrease the effects of heating caused by solar irradiance.

Roof Tiles and Roof Tile Structures and Methods of Making Same

A roof tile having a mesh covered foam core with a cement-based protective coating, a roof covering formed from such tiles and methods for making same. 1. A roof tile , a multiplicity of which provide a membrane for a roof structure comprising:a foam core between approximately 15 and 20 inches long, between approximately 10 and 20 inches wide and between approximately 1 and 2 inches thick;strengthening material on the foam core;cement-based protective coating on said foam core.2. The roof tile of wherein said protective coating is between approximately ⅛ and ⅜ inches thick.3. The roof tile of further comprising;end sections on said foam core; andan L-shaped flange at each said end section.4. The roof tile of wherein said L-shaped flanges face in opposite directions.5. The roof tile of wherein said cement-based protective coating comprises:redispersible binders and redispersible silane-based water-repellency agent.6. A roof covering for a roof structure comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'a plurality of tiles according to wherein said tiles are disposed in an array of overlapping tiers.'}7. The roof covering of wherein said roof tiles ae arranged in overlapping tiers.8. The roof covering according to further comprising:a fastener securing one or more said tiles to the roof structure wherein said fasteners are driven through said tiles into the roof structure.9. The roof covering of wherein said fasteners are driven through said tiles at a location covered by an overlapping said tile. The present continuation patent application claims priority to pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/803,365, filed Jun. 24, 2010, by inventors Carlos Torres and Wilbur Dale McIntire, which is a continuation-in-part patent application claiming priority to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11/747,911, filed on May 13, 2007, by inventors Wilbur Dale McIntire and Carlos Torres (abandoned), which is a continuation-in-part of Ser. No. 11/348,173 filed on Feb. 6, ...

PLANT GROWTH MEDIA

The present invention includes a material and method of installing a construction material for dry or arid climates, comprising: a growth media comprising an abiotic porous material and activated charcoal such as biochar; and at least one of a compost, grain hulls and nut shells, wherein plants in the material are able to survive without exogenous water for use in areas comprising at least one of Aw, BS, BW, Csa, Csb, Ds or Dw climates according to the Koppen-Geiger climate classification. 1. A construction material for dry or arid climates , comprising:a growth media comprising an abiotic porous material and activated charcoal; andat least one of a compost, grain hulls, or nut shells,wherein plants in the construction material are able to survive without exogenous water for use in areas comprising at least one of Aw, BS, BW, Csa, Csb, Ds or Dw climates according to the Koppen-Geiger climate classification.2. The construction material of claim 1 , wherein the construction material is uncompressed claim 1 , semi-compressed claim 1 , formed into trays claim 1 , formed into bricks claim 1 , compressed into a layer claim 1 , formed into spheres or balls claim 1 , formed into pellets claim 1 , or formed into a monolayer.3. The construction material of claim 1 , wherein the abiotic porous material is selected from at least one of expanded shale claim 1 , clay claim 1 , brick claim 1 , or lava.4. The construction material of claim 1 , wherein the compost is selected from at least one of organic compost claim 1 , vegan compost claim 1 , low nitrogen compost claim 1 , or low phosphorous compost.5. The construction material of claim 1 , wherein the nut shell is selected from at least one of pecan shells claim 1 , walnut shells claim 1 , peanut shells claim 1 , almond shells claim 1 , pistachio shells claim 1 , or hazelnut shells.6. The construction material of claim 1 , wherein the grain hull is selected from at least one of rice hulls claim 1 , corn hulls claim 1 , wheat ...

Platforms for temporary structures and methods of assembling the same

A platform ( 10 ) comprising two or more ladders ( 20, 30 ), of the type having stiles ( 25, 26 ) and rungs ( 40 ), releasably attachable together in a side-by-side arrangement such that the rungs of each ladder are in the same plane, at least two of the rungs on each ladder being hollow, the platform further comprising a first elongate member ( 50 ) arranged to pass through co-axially positioned hollow rungs of each ladder, the first elongate member comprising a widened portion at one end thereof, and a releasable locking member ( 60 ) at the other end thereof, to releasably clamp the ladders together, the platform further comprising at least one deck plate ( 110 ) arrangeable on the rungs of one of the two or more ladders to form a deck.

Fire retardant roofing system, shingle and layer

Roofing shingle layers, roofing shingles, and roofing systems having fire retardant properties are provided. In certain exemplary embodiments, the roofing shingle layers, roofing shingles, or roofing systems include an expandable fire retardant material. The expandable fire retardant material may comprise expandable graphite, ammonium polyphosphate, or a combination thereof.

SURFACE COVERING SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR PREPARING SUCH A SYSTEM

The invention relates to a surface coverings system for a surface such as a roof, a floor or another substantially flat surface subjected to water and needs drainage, and methods for preparing such a system. The surface covering system comprises a rectangular plate with a mark marking a highest point, a substantially flat lower surface and an upper surface with a first slope facing from the mark towards a second mark provided in connection to the outer edge of the plate. The first slope is circular and has a linear radial inclination (α) facing from the mark towards essentially all points on the rectangular plate. The slope forms an elevation in the plate forming at least a part of a cone or blunt cone with the tip of the cone defined by the mark with the lowest point(s) of the upper surface of the disc defined by the second mark. 1. A surface covering system for a covering of a roof , a floor , or another substantially flat limited surface comprising at least one substantially rectangular , triangular , quadrangular or otherwise polygonal plate with a first mark marking a highest point , i.e. an apex and a substantially flat lower surface and an upper surface with a first slope facing from the first mark towards at least one second mark provided in connection to an outer edge of the plate , wherein the first slope is circular and has a radial linear inclination (α) facing from the first mark from essentially all points on the at least one plate such that the slope forms an elevation in the plate with the shape of at least a part of a cone or a blunt cone , with the apex of the cone defined by the first mark and with the lowest point or points of the upper surface of the plate defined by the at least one second mark.2. The surface covering system according to claim 1 , wherein the system comprises at least two separate claim 1 , substantially rectangular claim 1 , triangular claim 1 , quadrangular or otherwise polygonal plates with a substantially flat lower surface ...

Hyperbright white roofing granules with high solar reflectance

The invention provides a bright white refractory roofing granule, comprising a ceramic material formed from a substantially homogenous mixture of a ceramic-forming clay, sintering material, and optionally comprising silica particles, and other potential additives, said bright white refractory roofing granule having a total solar reflectance of at least 0.80 and a Hunter Color L-value of at least 85.0, together with processes for making and using the same.

Impact Resistant Roofing Systems And Methods

A hail resistant roofing system and method includes a roofing substrate such as a shingle or tile or membrane having an array of exposed upwardly projecting features. The features may rise to sharp points and may have side surfaces that are angled relative to the plane of the roofing substrate. The features are spaced and arranged so that a large hail stone capable of damaging the roofing substrate will always impact one or more of the exposed features. This can break up the hail stone into smaller benign pieces or can redirect the energy and direction of the hail stone so that the impact is absorbed without damage to the roofing substrate.

FLAKE HAVING MULTILAYER COATINGS WITH OPTICAL AND THERMAL PROPERTIES

A finished flake for a roofing material including a metal flake substrate having an emissivity value up to approximately 0.25 and a reflectivity value up to approximately 0.95. A first coating is provided having unpigmented sodium silicate disposed on the substrate, wherein the first coating increases the emissivity value of the substrate and decreases the reflectivity value of the substrate. A second coating is provided having sodium silicate loaded with reflective pigments non-uniformly disposed about the first coating, wherein the finished flake has an emissivity value in excess of approximately 0.75 and a reflectivity value ranging from approximately 0.4 to approximately 0.5. 1. A finished flake for a roofing material , comprising:a metal flake substrate having an emissivity value up to approximately 0.25 and a reflectivity value up to approximately 0.95;a first coating comprising unpigmented sodium silicate disposed on the metal flake substrate, wherein the first coating increases the emissivity value of the substrate and decreases the reflectivity value of the substrate; anda second coating comprising sodium silicate loaded with reflective pigments non-uniformly disposed about the first coating of the metal flake substrate, wherein the finished flake has an emissivity value in excess of approximately 0.75 and a reflectivity value ranging from approximately 0.4 to approximately 0.5.2. The finished flake according to claim 1 , wherein the metal flake substrate comprises at least one of aluminum or aluminum alloy.3. The finished flake according to claim 1 , wherein the metal flake substrate is substantially flat.4. The finished flake according to claim 1 , wherein the first coating of unpigmented sodium silicate comprises at least one of water glass or a prepolymer of silicon dioxide and sodium oxide.5. The finished flake according to claim 1 , wherein the first coating is substantially uniformly disposed on the metal flake substrate.6. The finished flake ...

Metal Roof Shingle System and Method of Installation

A lightweight interlocking metal roof system for installation onto a steep or inclined structure roof either directly over the roof decking material or over an existing shingle roofing system, with the metal roofing system installed from the roof ridgeline down to the drip edge of the roof gutter. Cooperating outwardly extending flanges and receiving pockets for capturing and interlocking the metal panels of the roofing system create an interlock between and among panel members with overlying edge ends configured to be resistant to lift up due to winds either across the roof or along the roof edges. 1. A lightweight interlocking roof system that inter-engages a plurality of preformed thermally insulative metal panels to create an integral roof surface over the roof decking or an existing roofing system of a structure comprising:one or more ridge cap means for positioning along the ridgeline of a structure roof each arrayed longitudinally along the roof ridge with the next, each said roof cap means including a plurality of triangularly shaped panels having a substantially planar outward facing central surface with a pair of flanges outwardly extending downwardly across the roof from equal length sides, each flange arranged at right angles to the other flange, with receiving pockets dimensionally sized and adapted for receiving within said pockets upwardly extending cooperating flanges from adjacently placed similarly dimensioned rectilinearly shaped roof panel members and interlocking therewith;said rectilinearly shaped roof panel members having a substantially planar outward facing central surface with equal length sides arrayed on the roof between and a half panel member span below said triangularly shaped panel members or other adjacent roof panel members with a first set of opposite corners one above the other in a vertical line substantially in parallel relationship to the roof edges and a second set of opposite corners in a horizontal line substantially in ...

Roofing Underlayment

A laminated roofing underlayment includes a synthetic roofing underlayment on one side, a reflective layer on the other side, and insulation between the synthetic roofing underlayment and the reflective layer. 1. A roofing underlayment having opposite sides , the roofing underlayment comprising:a synthetic roofing underlayment on one side;a reflective layer on the other side, the reflective layer comprising a reflective outer surface on the other side of the roofing underlayment; andan insulation layer between the synthetic roofing underlayment and the reflective layer, the insulation layer comprising insulation.2. The roofing underlayment of wherein the reflective layer comprises at least one of: aluminum foil claim 1 , aluminum film claim 1 , mylar claim 1 , and polyethylene terephthalate.3. The roofing underlayment of wherein the reflective layer forms a non-smooth outer surface of the roofing underlayment.4. The roofing underlayment of wherein the reflective layer comprises scrim.5. The roofing underlayment of wherein the insulation comprises at least one of: fiberglass insulation claim 1 , polyethylene foam insulation claim 1 , bubble insulation claim 1 , and an organic insulation.6. The roofing underlayment of wherein the insulation is fireproof.7. The roofing underlayment of comprising a first adhesive layer bonding together the reflective layer and the insulation layer.8. The roofing underlayment of wherein the first adhesive layer is an activated heat seal film.9. The roofing underlayment of wherein the first adhesive layer is formed from hot melt glue.10. The roofing underlayment of comprising a second adhesive layer bonding the synthetic roofing underlayment and the insulation layer.11. The roofing underlayment of wherein the roofing underlayment forms part of a roof assembly that comprises a roof deck and roofing material claim 1 , the roofing underlayment on the roof deck claim 1 , the roofing material overlaying the roofing underlayment.12. The roofing ...

SHINGLES WITH INCREASED HYDROPHOBICITY

One exemplary embodiment of a shingle includes a substrate, a surface layer of granules, a backdust layer, and hydrophobic material. The substrate is infiltrated with asphalt to form a first asphalt coating on the top or upper surface of the substrate and a second asphalt coating on the bottom or lower surface of the substrate. A surface layer of granules is embedded in the first asphalt coating. A backdust layer of particles is embedded in the second asphalt coating. A hydrophobic material is applied to at least one of the surface layer and the backdust layer. 1. A shingle , comprisinga substrate infiltrated with asphalt forming a first asphalt coating on the top or upper surface of the substrate and a second asphalt coating on the bottom or lower surface of the substrate;a surface layer of granules embedded in the first asphalt coating a;a backdust layer of particles embedded in the second asphalt coating; anda hydrophobic material applied to at least one of the surface layer and the backdust layer.2. The shingle of claim 1 , wherein the contact angle of the surface with the hydrophobic material is greater than about 70 degrees.3. The shingle of claim 1 , wherein the contact angle of the surface with the hydrophobic material is greater than about 80 degrees.4. The shingle of claim 1 , wherein the contact angle of the surface with the hydrophobic material is greater than about 90 degrees.5. The shingle of claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic material sufficiently prohibits moisture from infiltrating between stacked shingles such that less than 25% of the bottom surface area of the top shingle is wet.6. The shingle of claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic material is a coating.7. The shingle of claim 6 , wherein the backdust particles are coated with the hydrophobic material.8. The shingle of claim 7 , wherein the backdust particles are coated with the hydrophobic material prior to being embedded into the second asphalt coating.9. The shingle of claim 6 , wherein a portion ...

CONCRETE TILE AND MOLDING MATERIAL FOR SAME

A concrete tile comprising a tile body, the tile body having an upper face hardened through non-mold shaping, a lower face hardened through mold shaping, and a side surface that includes a cut end face in at least one side of the tile body, wherein the tile body contains alkali-resistant fiber in an entire thickness thereof in a state substantially free of fiber-containing granular bodies; the alkali-resistant fibers comprise at least one member selected from the group consisting of polyvinyl alcohol-based fibers, polyethylene fibers, polypropylene fibers, acrylic fibers, and aramid fibers; and a flexural strength of a 30 mm×150 mm sized cut piece of the tile body is not less than 6 N/mm. 1. A concrete tile comprising a tile body ,the tile body having an upper face hardened through non-mold shaping, a lower face hardened through mold shaping, and a side surface that includes a cut end face in at least one side of the tile body,wherein the tile body contains alkali-resistant fiber in an entire thickness thereof in a state substantially free of fiber-containing granular bodies;the alkali-resistant fibers comprise at least one member selected from the group consisting of polyvinyl alcohol-based fibers, polyethylene fibers, polypropylene fibers, acrylic fibers, and aramid fibers; and{'sup': '2', 'a flexural strength of a 30 mm×150 mm sized cut piece of the tile body is not less than 6 N/mm.'}2. The concrete tile according to claim 1 , whereina surface of the tile body is substantially free of protrusions caused by presence of the fiber-containing granular bodies.3. The concrete tile according to claim 1 , wherein a specific gravity of the tile body is 1.5 to 2.2.4. The concrete tile according to claim 1 , wherein an average diameter of the alkali-resistant fibers is 1 to 200 μm claim 1 , and an aspect ratio of each of the alkali-resistant fibers is 50 to 1000.5. The concrete tile according to claim 1 , wherein the alkali-resistant fibers are polyvinyl alcohol fibers.6. ...

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A ROOF TILE HAVING A WATER BARRIER AND ROOF TILE HAVING A WATER BARRIER SHAPED THEREON

A method for producing a roof tile having a water barrier, wherein the water barrier is shaped onto a roof tile blank, which is supplied onto a lower mould, of a shaping unit, with a shaped piece and a shaping stamp that can move in relation to same. The shaped piece is placed on an upper side of a top end of the roof tile blank, and the shaping stamp is pressed against the top end of the roof tile blank, such that material of the roof tile blank is pressed into a shaping mould of the shaped piece. The roof tile blank is also arranged below the shaping unit and the shaping unit is vertically lowered onto the roof tile blank. The invention also relates to a roof tile produced according to this method having a water barrier shaped thereon. 1. A method for producing a roof tile having a water barrier , wherein the water barrier is shaped on a roof tile blank which is fed on a lower mold , to a shaping unit , with a shaped piece and a shaping stamp which is movable relative to said shaped piece , wherein the shaped piece is placed onto a top surface of a head end of the roof tile blank and the shaping stamp is moved parallel to the lower mold and to the shaped piece and presses against the head end of the roof tile blank such that material of the roof tile blank is pressed into a shaping recess of the shaped piece , the roof tile blank being arranged below the shaping unit and the shaping unit being lowered vertically onto the roof tile blank , wherein the top surface of the roof tile blank is provided with a separator prior to the realization of the water barrier and a bottom surface of the shaping stamp is guided to a height with a bottom surface of the roof tile blank , the shaping stamp being pressed at a penetration depth E of between 10 and 20 mm into the head end of the roof tile blank.2. The method for producing a roof tile having a water barrier as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the water barrier is realized with a height H of between 5 and 20 mm.3. The method ...

Glass Roofing Granules

Building materials, such as roofing granules, including greater than 50% volume of glass are provided. In an exemplary embodiment, one or more additives including colored pigments, infrared-reflective particles, infrared-absorbing particles, algicidal particles, photocatalytic particles, thermally conductive particles, or electrically conductive particles are incorporated at least partially throughout or onto the granule. 1. A building material , comprising a roofing granule including greater than 50% by volume of a glass.23-. (canceled)4. The roofing granule of claim 1 , wherein the glass is selected from the group consisting of silicate glass claim 1 , soda lime silica glass claim 1 , borosilicate glass claim 1 , aluminosilicate glass claim 1 , phosphate glass claim 1 , borate glass claim 1 , pre-fused glass claim 1 , recycled glass claim 1 , and manufactured glass.56-. (canceled)7. The building material of claim 1 , wherein the roofing granule has greater than 3% by volume of closed pores and less than 5% by volume of open pores.8. (canceled)9. The building material of claim 1 , wherein the roofing granule further includes an additive distributed at least partially throughout the glass.10. (canceled)11. The building material of claim 9 , wherein the additive includes a colored pigment.12. The building material of claim 9 , wherein the additive includes a titania.13. The building material of claim 9 , wherein the additive includes photocatalytic particles.14. (canceled)15. The building material of claim 9 , wherein the additive includes algicidal particles.16. (canceled)17. The building material of claim 9 , wherein the additive includes infrared-reflective particles.18. The building material of claim 9 , wherein the additive includes infrared-absorbing particles.19. The building material of claim 9 , wherein the additive includes thermally conductive particles.20. The building material of claim 9 , wherein the additive includes electrical conductive particles. ...

ROOFING PRODUCTS WITH CARBON FIBER SUBSTRATE

A roofing material comprising a substrate constructed at least in part of a carbon fiber material and a weather-resistant or water-proof coating affixed or applied to the substrate. Aesthetic or reflective materials may be applied to the exposed portion of said roofing material. The substrate may include woven and/or nonwoven fibers. The substrate may comprise a single layer or two or more layers of carbon-fiber material laminated by one or more binding layer. In addition, the present roofing material may include a bonding agent or primer for promoting adhesion between one or more carbon fiber substrate layers and/or a carbon fiber substrate layer and the weather-resistant or water-proof coating. 1. A roofing material comprising:a substrate comprising a carbon fiber material; anda weather-proof or water-resistant coating applied or affixed to said substrate.2. The roofing material of wherein said weather-proof or water-resistant coating comprises an asphalt or a bituminous medium.3. The roofing material of wherein said weather-proof or water-resistant coating comprises an acrylic medium.4. The roofing material of wherein said weather-proof or water resistant coating comprises a plastic medium.5. The roofing material of wherein said weather-proof or water resistant coating comprises a urethane medium.6. The roofing material of wherein said weather-proof or water resistant coating comprises polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF).7. The roofing material of wherein said weather-proof or water resistant coating comprises a clay medium.8. The roofing material of wherein said weather-proof or water resistant coating comprises one or more material selected from the group consisting of asphalt claim 1 , acrylic claim 1 , urethane claim 1 , polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) claim 1 , plastic claim 1 , clay and bituminous.9. The roofing material of further comprising granules applied to a tab portion of said shingle.10. The roofing material of further comprising a reflective coating ...

SHINGLE WITH REINFORCED NAIL ZONE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING

A method of making a laminated shingle is provided. The method includes coating a shingle mat with roofing asphalt to make an asphalt-coated sheet, adhering a reinforcement member to a portion of the asphalt-coated sheet, covering the asphalt-coated sheet, and optionally covering the reinforcement member, with granules to make a granule-covered sheet, dividing the granule-covered sheet into an overlay sheet and an underlay sheet, wherein the overlay sheet has a tab portion normally exposed on a roof and a headlap portion normally covered-up on a roof, the headlap portion having a lower zone adjacent the tab portion and an upper zone adjacent the lower zone, and wherein the reinforcement member is adhered to the lower zone of the headlap portion and laminating the overlay sheet and the underlay sheet to make the laminated shingle. 123-. (canceled)24. A roofing shingle comprising:an overlay sheet including a mat and an asphalt coating applied to the mat, and defining an upper headlap portion and a lower tab portion;an underlay sheet including a mat and an asphalt coating applied to the mat, the underlay sheet being secured to the overlay sheet such that a region of the underlay sheet overlaps a region of the headlap portion of the overlay sheet; anda reinforcement material secured directly to the asphalt coating of the headlap portion of the overlay sheet without extending into the tab portion to provide a reinforced nail zone that extends along a longitudinal axis of the shingle, wherein the reinforcement material is configured to improve nail pull-through, with the reinforcement material and the headlap portion providing a nail pull-through value that is greater than an otherwise identical shingle having no such reinforcement material;wherein the shingle further includes a granular material secured to the headlap portion of the overlay sheet, with no granular material adhered to the reinforcement material;wherein the headlap portion of the overlay sheet includes a ...

Infrared-reflective coatings

A composition includes polymer and dispersed infrared-reflective clusters of titanium dioxide primary particles. The titanium dioxide primary particles are cemented together with precipitated silica and/or alumina to form clusters. The titanium dioxide primary particles have an average particle diameter in the range of from about 0.15 to about 0.35 micron, while the clusters of titanium dioxide primary particles have an average cluster diameter in the range of from about 0.38 to about 5 microns and a geometric standard deviation (GSD) in the range of from about 1.55 to about 2.5.

SHINGLES WITH INCREASED HYDROPHOBICITY

A shingle includes a substrate having an asphalt coating on a top surface of the substrate and on a bottom surface of the substrate. A surface layer of granules is embedded in the asphalt on the top surface of the substrate. A backdust layer of particles is embedded in the asphalt on the bottom surface of the substrate. A sealant is disposed on the backdust. A hydrophobic material is applied to the sealant. 1. A method of manufacturing a shingle , the method comprising:coating a substrate with asphalt to form an asphalt coated substrate;applying granules to a top surface of the asphalt coated substrate;applying backdust to a bottom surface of the asphalt coated substrate;applying a sealant layer to the backdust, wherein the sealant layer comprises a top surface and a bottom surface, wherein the top surface of the sealant layer abuts the backdust; andapplying a hydrophobic coating to the bottom surface of the sealant layer.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic coating is an oil.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic coating is a wax.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic coating is a wax emulsion.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic coating is a silicone.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic coating is a siloxane.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic coating is a silane solution.8. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic coating is a methyl silane solution.9. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic coating is an acrylic resin.10. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic coating comprises titanium mineral particles.11. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising applying the hydrophobic coating to at least a portion of the backdust.12. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising applying the hydrophobic coating to an entire bottom surface of the shingle.13. The ...

END LAP SYSTEM FOR ROOF CLADDING SHEETS

A clip () for holding together an upper roof cladding sheet () and a lower roof cladding sheet () in an end to end, i.e. end lap, relationship on a roof. The clip is formed to fit over and lock onto a rib () of the lower cladding sheet and to retain the upper sheet on the clip. An elongate weather strip () is formed from a compressible material and includes a pan section () that can fill a gap between overlapping pans of the cladding sheets. The pan section includes an upper surface having a series of troughs () and ridges () along the length of the pan section that has the result of providing the pan section with a variable height along the length of the pan section. The ridges of the pan section compress when the upper roof cladding sheet is positioned on and engaged with the lower cladding sheet in an overlapping relationship with the pan section filling the gap between the cladding sheets. 1. A clip for holding together an upper roof cladding sheet and a lower roof cladding sheet in an end lap relationship on a roof with the upper sheet overlapping the lower cladding sheet , and with the clip being formed (a) to fit over and lock onto a rib of the lower cladding sheet and (b) to retain the upper cladding sheet on the clip.2. The clip defined in being formed so that a rib of the upper cladding sheet can fit over and lock onto the clip.3. The clip defined in including a top wall and a pair of legs that extend downwardly from opposite sides of the top wall claim 1 , with the top wall including a formation for contacting an upper section of the rib of the lower cladding sheet to space the top wall above the rib claim 1 , and with the legs including re-entrant portions that are formed to extend into inwardly formed channels defined by re-entrant portions of the rib of the lower cladding sheet claim 1 , and with the leg re-entrant portions and the top wall formation being formed to contact the rib and cooperate together to lock the clip onto the rib when the clip is ...

Colored Roofing Granules With Increased Solar Heat Reflectance, Solar Heat-Reflective Shingles And Process For Producing Same

Solar-reflective roofing granules having deep-tone colors are formed by coating base mineral particles with a coating composition including an infrared-reflective pigment. Color is provided by a colored infrared pigment, a light-interference platelet pigment, or a metal oxide. 1. A roofing product comprising a mixture of conventional roofing granules and colored infrared reflective roofing granules , the colored infrared reflective roofing granules being selected from the group consisting of(a) granules comprising base particles comprising inert mineral particles coated with a cured first coating composition comprising including a base particle binder and at least one colorant selected from the group consisting of uv-stabilized dyes and granule coloring pigments, the base particles being coated with a cured second coating composition comprising a coating binder and at least one infrared-reflective functional pigment;(b) granules comprising base particles comprising inert mineral particles coated with a cured first coating composition including a base particle binder and at least one reflective white pigment, the base particles being coated with a cured second coating composition including a coating binder, and at least one colorant selected from the group consisting of pigments with near infrared transparency;(c) granules comprising inert base particles with size passing #8 mesh and retaining on #70 mesh coated with a cured coating composition comprising a coating binder and at least one colored, infrared-reflective pigment;(d) granules comprising base particles with size passing #8 mesh and retaining on #70 mesh coated with a cured coating composition comprising a coating binder and at least one colored, infrared-reflective pigment wherein the base particles comprise mineral particles coated with a cured base coating composition including a base particle binder, and at least one reflective white pigment;(e) granules comprising base particles comprising inert ...

CONDUIT TILE HOOK

A Conduit Tile Hook is disclosed for supporting a conduit above a roof. The Conduit Tile Hook simply slides under an existing roof tile, without cut-outs or removing any nails, and allows the conduit to sit 1.5″ off of the roof surface to decrease the effects of heating caused by solar irradiance. 1. An apparatus , comprising: a hook section configured to hook onto a front edge of a roof tile;', 'a second section extending from the hook section; and', 'a raised section, separate from the second section but configured to be affixed to the second section, the raised section being at a different elevation relative to the second section, and the raised section configured to support the conduit above the roof., 'a conduit tile hook for supporting a conduit above a roof, the conduit tile hook comprising2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the second section extends from the hook section at a 90 degree angle.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the second section and the raised section are planar sections claim 1 , and the raised section is elevated 1.5 inches with respect to the second section.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the second section and the raised section are planar sections claim 1 , and the raised section is elevated 3 inches with respect to the second section.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the hook section and the second section are integrally formed with each other.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the hook section claim 5 , the second section and the raised section are integrally formed with each other.7. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the raised section is not integrally formed with the second section.8. The apparatus of claim 7 , wherein the raised section is affixed to the second section by at least one of screws claim 7 , welding and gluing.9. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the conduit tile hook is formed of aluminum.10. The apparatus of claim 9 , wherein aluminum conduit tile hook has an anodized finish.11. A conduit tile ...

INSTALLATION STRUCTURE OF CURVED TILE

The present disclosure provides an installation structure of a curved tile, including a first curved tile and a second curved tile which each comprises a tile body, wherein both ends of the tile body are respectively a first curved overlapping portion and a second curved overlapping portion, a curved surface of the first curved overlapping portion faces downward, a curved surface of the second curved overlapping portion faces upward, the first curved overlapping portion of the first curved tile overlaps on the second curved overlapping portion of the second curved tile, and a waterproof structure is disposed at a position where the first curved tile overlaps with the second curved tile. 1. An installation structure of a curved tile , comprising a first curved tile and a second curved tile wherein , each of the first curved tile and the second curved tile has a tile body , both ends of the tile body form a first curved overlapping portion and a second curved overlapping portion , respectively , a curved surface of the first curved overlapping portion faces downward , a curved surface of the second curved overlapping portion faces upward , the first curved overlapping portion of the first curved tile overlaps with the second curved overlapping portion of the second curved tile , and a waterproof structure is disposed at a position where the first curved tile overlaps with the second curved tile.2. The installation structure of the curved tile according to claim 1 , wherein a position where a front end of the first curved overlapping portion of the first curved tile is in contact with the second curved overlapping portion of the second curved tile is a first position claim 1 , and the waterproof structure includes a first water stop structure disposed at the first position.3. The installation structure of the curved tile according to claim 2 , wherein the first position is higher than a bottom of the curved surface of the second curved overlapping portion of the second ...

Roof Shingle Tile and Method of Installing the Same

A novel roof shingle tile and method of installation is presented. The roof shingle may include a first side opposite a second side, a top edge opposite a bottom groove, a top gutter, and a side gutter. The bottom groove may extend along a bottom edge of the tile that includes a bottom edge of the side gutter, and the top edge may include a tongue portion sized to fit within the bottom groove of a vertically adjacent tile. The second side may also include an overhang portion sized to overlap the side gutter of a horizontally adjacent tile. When installed, the shingle tiles may create a water resistant roof surface. 1. A roof shingle tile comprising:a first side opposite a second side, a top edge opposite a bottom groove, a top gutter, and a side gutter;wherein the bottom groove extends along a bottom edge of the tile that includes a bottom edge of the side gutter;further wherein the top edge comprises a tongue portion sized to fit within the bottom groove of a vertically adjacent tile; andfurther wherein the second side comprises an overhang portion sized to overlap the side gutter of a horizontally adjacent tile.2. The roof shingle tile of claim 1 , further comprising an overhang extending from the bottom edge of the tile.3. The roof shingle tile of claim 1 , wherein the top gutter comprises a sloped lower portion for directing water to the side gutter when installed on a roof.4. The roof shingle tile of claim 3 , wherein the top gutter further comprises an end stop on the sloped lower portion opposite the side gutter.5. The roof shingle tile of claim 1 , wherein the side gutter further comprises one or more raised partitions forming water channels.6. The roof shingle tile of further comprising a notched recessed portion on a back surface of the tile for receiving the top gutter of a vertically adjacent tile.7. The roof shingle tile of wherein the notched recessed portion is sized such that the bottom surface of the tile and a bottom surface of the vertically ...

Fiber-containing roof tile, molding material for producing fiber-containing roof tile, and process for producing same

A roof tile containing fibers which satisfy the following requirements (1) to (3): (1) to have an average fiber diameter of 50 μm or less; (2) to have an aspect ratio of 50 to 2000; and (3) to have three or less buckled portions per fiber.

Roof Tiles and Roof Tile Structures and Methods of Making Same

A roof tile having a mesh covered foam core with a cement-based protective coating, a roof covering formed from such tiles and methods for making same.

Roofing Tile System And Method Of Manufacture

A synthetic roofing tile or panel is provided that includes one or more features enhancing the impact resistance and other desirable properties as well as the ease of installation and/or use of the roofing tile or panel on a building structure. The roofing tile is formed in an improved color variation process is provided with regard to the manufacture of a synthetic material roofing tile in order to effectively simulate the appearance of the natural material represented by the synthetic roofing tile. The roofing tile also can be compression molded such as in a method for manufacturing a synthetic roofing tile or panel is provide in which a number of inserts representing the desired appearance for the roofing tile or panel can be utilized in the manufacturing process to provide roofing tiles or panels with the desired appearance. The inserts can be interchanged within the molds in order to provide different appearances to roofing tiles or panels formed using the same molds. 1. A roofing tile formed in a compression molding process.2. A roofing tile comprising a body formed of a synthetic material including a binder blend.3. The roofing tile of further comprising at least on nailing area thereon4. The roofing tile of wherein the nailing area includes a positioning guide.5. A method for forming a roofing tile claim 3 , the method comprising the steps of:a) providing a number of inserts approximating the appearance of a natural material;b) placing the inserted within a mold; andb) compression molding a material into the shape of a roofing tile having the appearance of a natural material. The present application claims priority from U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62/856,248, titled Roofing Tile, filed on Jun. 3, 2019, the entirety of which is hereby expressly incorporated herein by reference for all purposes.The present disclosure relates generally to roofing materials, and more specifically to a roofing tile formed of a synthetic material that simulates a ...

TILE REPLACEMENT FLASHING FOR USE WITH A TILE HOOK

A tile replacement flashing is used with a tile hook. A bottom tile replacement flashing is shaped for placement on a lower portion of a location where a tile is removed from a roof. A top tile replacement flashing is shaped for placement on an upper portion of a location where the tile is removed from the roof. The top tile replacement flashing includes an elevated region at a lower portion of the top tile replacement flashing, the elevated region. The bottom tile replacement flashing is shaped so that after attachment of the bottom tile replacement flashing on the roof, the tile hook can be attached to a rafter of the roof, the attached tile hook extending over an upper portion of the bottom tile replacement flashing and having a portion that, past the upper portion of the bottom tile replacement flashing, extends upwards. The top tile replacement flashing is shaped so that after attachment of the top tile replacement flashing on the roof, at least part of the elevated region of the top tile replacement flashing extends over the bottom tile replacement flashing. A height of the elevated region is sufficient to allow room for the tile hook to extend over the bottom tile replacement flashing and under the elevated region of top tile replacement flashing. 1. A tile hook replacement flashing system , comprising:a tile hook;a bottom tile replacement flashing; shaped for placement on a lower portion of a location where a tile is removed from a roof; anda top tile replacement flashing, shaped for placement on an upper portion of a location where the tile is removed from the roof, the top tile replacement flashing including an elevated region at a lower portion of the top tile replacement flashing;wherein the bottom tile replacement flashing is shaped so that after attachment of the bottom tile replacement flashing on the roof, the tile hook can be attached to a rafter of the roof, the attached tile hook extending over an upper portion of the bottom tile replacement ...

Dachabdeckung

Roof plate, in particular roof tile of metal and / or plastic

Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft eine Dachplatte, insbesondere Dachpfanne aus Metall oder/und Kunststoff mit einer in bestimmungsgemäßer Anbringung auf einem Dach außen liegenden Oberseite (20) und einer zu einem Dachstuhl hin gewandten Unterseite (22). Erfindungsgemäß wird vorgeschlagen, dass zwischen der Oberseite (20) und der Unterseite (22) wenigstens ein in der Dachplatte (10-1, 10-2) integral ausgebildeter Hohlraum (24) ausgebildet ist, der als Kanal für die Durchleitung eines Wärmetauscherfluids in der Dachplatte (10-1, 10-2) dient. The present invention relates to a roof panel, in particular a roof tile made of metal and / or plastic, with an upper side (20), which is attached to the roof as intended, and an underside (22) facing a roof structure. According to the invention it is proposed that between the top (20) and the bottom (22) at least one in the roof plate (10-1, 10-2) integrally formed cavity (24) is formed, which as a channel for the passage of a heat exchanger fluid in the Roof plate (10-1, 10-2) is used.

Watershedding features for roofing shingles

A system includes a plurality of roofing shingles installed on a roof deck. Each of the roofing shingles includes first and second ends, first and second edges, a head lap, a reveal portion, a first side lap at the first end, and a second side lap at the second end. The second side lap includes a first surface, which has an adhesive. The first side lap of a first one of the roofing shingles overlays and is attached to the second side lap of a second one of the roofing shingles to form a sealed portion between the head lap of the first one of the roofing shingles and the head lap of the second one of the roofing shingles.

Solfångartak

Solar collector for a building with a roof with roof tiles, which solar collector is arranged to heat water using solar energy, which water is supplied to the solar collector and flows, via channels or pipes, through the solar collector, wherein the solar collector is arranged to supply heated water to the water work system of the building. The invention is characterized in that the solar collector comprises modules (1) with a width corresponding to the distance between roof laths (2,3) running from the roof ridge to the roof base, and with a height corresponding to the thickness of the said roof laths (2,3), in that the modules (1) are made from solid material, in that the modules are arranged with one or several channels (4,5,6) running within the modules in a direction which is parallel to the said laths (2,3), and in that the material of the modules (1) has a heat capacity which at least corresponds to a rubber material of the type which is used in conveyor belts, and in that the exterior of the solar collector comprises translucent tiles (7) with a size which corresponds to conventional roof tiles.

Roofing integrated solar system structural arrangement, has guides for tubes and pipes integrated in space below ridge tiles, and retaining element integrated in UV-stable plastic foils for retaining glass roofing tiles

The arrangement has guides for tubes and pipes integrated in a space (1e) below ridge tiles (1b). A retaining element is integrated in UV-stable plastic foils for retaining glass roofing tiles (1a). The plastic foils are connected with each other using a clamping process. Multiple sealing strips are integrated in grooves the roofing tiles. Lateral branches are formed in the ridge tiles and the roofing tiles. Heat guiding elements are integrated in the roofing tiles or the retaining element. A magnifying glass is integrated in the roofing tiles for amplifying sunlight.

Profile roof tile with integrated photovoltaic module

A roofing module provides weather protection generates electrical power. The module comprises a base having a plurality of curved crests and curved pans. The crests and pans have contours sized and shaped to match the size and shape of the contours and pans of conventional clay or concrete S-tiles to enable the base to interlock with the conventional clay or concrete S-tiles. The base is made from lightweight plastic material. Each crest of the base includes a depressed portion. A photovoltaic panel is positioned in the depressed portions of at least two curved crests and span across at least one curved pan between the at least two curved crests.

Procedimento di copertura incorporante condotte per la circolazione di fluido atta a realizzare tetti solari ed assorbitori di calore e tegolo per effettuare tale procedimento

Solar roof tile

PERFECTED ROOF

Interlocking sheet metal roof plate - has complementary bent edges partly overlapping and partly held by adjacent plates

For laying on roofs in the same way as tiles, roof panels made of sheet metal are pre-formed with bent-over edge areas (4, 6). Some sections of these are shaped for overlapping and engaging edges of an adjacent panel, and others for being held in an adjacent panel's bent edge. These areas may be of an inverted U-shape in cross-section while the panels are rhomboid, with bottom edge areas engaging two adjacent panels' top edge areas. This provides attractive, water-tight, weather-resistant flat or pitched roof covering, at low cost.

INCORPORATING COVERING PROCEDURE CONDUCTED FOR THE CIRCULATION OF FLUID TO REALIZE SOLAR ROOFS AND HEAT ABSORBERS AND TILE TO CARRY OUT SUCH PROCEDURE.

Toiture perfectionnee

TOITURE REALISEE AVEC DES TUILES MODULAIRES METALLIQUES, CARACTERISEE EN CE QUE DES CONDUITES C POUR LA CIRCULATION D'UN FLUIDE SONT INCORPOREES AUX TUILES FORMANT LADITE TOITURE.

Processes for forming a fiber-reinforced product

A process for forming a reinforced product suitable for use as a roofing material is provided, comprising: (a) providing a composition comprising a matrix material; and (b) extruding the composition with an extruder to form a reinforced product, wherein a plurality of fibers is combined with the matrix material prior to or during the extrusion step. Also provided is a process for forming a reinforced product suitable for use as a roofing material, comprising: (a) forming a first layer comprising a first matrix material; (b) providing a plurality of fibers on the first layer; (c) forming a second layer comprising a second matrix material, above the plurality of fibers; and (d) combining the plurality of fibers with the first matrix material and/or the second matrix material, to form a reinforced product.

Processes for forming a fiber-reinforced product

A process for forming a reinforced product suitable for use as a roofing material is provided, comprising: (a) providing a composition comprising a matrix material; and (b) extruding the composition with an extruder to form a reinforced product, wherein a plurality of fibers is combined with the matrix material prior to or during the extrusion step. Also provided is a process for forming a reinforced product suitable for use as a roofing material, comprising: (a) forming a first layer comprising a first matrix material; (b) providing a plurality of fibers on the first layer; (c) forming a second layer comprising a second matrix material, above the plurality of fibers; and (d) combining the plurality of fibers with the first matrix material and/or the second matrix material, to form a reinforced product.

Asphalt binder compositions and methods to make and use same

Roofing material with locally applied fire resistant material

A roofing shingle having fire resistance material added to the shingle in a localized area includes a substrate having a first portion and a second portion, a first asphalt-based coating impregnating the first portion, the first asphalt coating including a fire retardant material, and a second asphalt-based coating impregnating the second portion, the second asphalt coating containing less of the fire retardant material than the first asphalt coating.

一种高uv阻隔率、高太阳光反射率的陶瓷颗粒

本发明涉及一种高UV阻隔率、高太阳光反射率的陶瓷颗粒，其经由煅烧后的黏土矿物粉体成型后再煅烧而成，所述陶瓷颗粒具有下面特征：15‑35%的吸水率；≥97%的晶体含量；和90‑100%的UV阻隔率。本发明还涉及高UV阻隔率、高太阳光反射率的陶瓷颗粒的制备方法及其用于建筑表面反射节能的应用。

Roofing-tile.

METHOD FOR IMPREGNATING POROUS OBJECTS

Roof tile

본 발명은 지붕 건축자재 및 그 제조 방법, 그리고 상기 지붕 건축자재의 시공 방법 및 시공 구조체에 관한 것이다. 본 발명의 지붕 건축자재는 미리 결정된 두께의 복합섬유로 형성되는 복합섬유 시트; 상기 복합섬유 시트의 내측에 배치되는 내피; 및 상기 복합섬유 시트를 사이에 두고 상기 내피의 반대편에 배치되어 시공 시 외부로 노출되며, 상기 복합섬유 시트 및 상기 내피와 일체로 합착되는 마감용 외피를 포함한다. The present invention relates to a roof construction material, a method of manufacturing the roof construction material, and a construction method and a construction structure of the roof construction material. The roof building material of the present invention comprises a composite fiber sheet formed of a composite fiber of a predetermined thickness; An inner skin disposed inside the composite fiber sheet; And a finishing jacket which is disposed on the opposite side of the inner jacket with the composite fiber sheet interposed therebetween and is exposed to the outside during construction, and is integrally joined to the composite fiber sheet and the inner jacket.

Tiled roof of system heat insulation

The present invention relates to a tiled roof for system heat insulation in traditional houses and, more specifically, to a tiled roof for system heat insulation in traditional houses to be contributed to improvement of constructability and a thermal insulation property for a construction of the tiled roof, and to materialize the lightening of the tiled roof. The present invention comprises: a roof lower pole to be separated by a predetermined interval in mediating with a hanging pole on the upper side of an installation member and installed in a grid; a plurality of tile installation insulation members to be installed on the upper side of the roof lower pole and manufactured by a foam styrene resin which is installed to be covered in longitudinal direction; and a tile member which is constituted by multiple female tiles and male tiles to be installed in the longitudinal direction on the upper side of the tile installation insulation member.

Process for production of concrete building products

The invention relates to a process for the production of concrete building products having thicknesses in section of not greater than 15mm in which a cementitious composition comprising (i) aggregate, (ii) hydraulic cement, and (iii) water is shaped by a roller and slipper method to produce a shaped extrudate which is divided to form sections and the sections are cured to provide the building product; the composition additionally comprising reinforcing fibres in weight percent to the total weight of the composition of 0.25% to 4%, said fibres having lengths of 2.0 mm to 20 mm. This process provides impact resistant roofing products which are useful as roofing tiles, or a replacement for shingles, shakes and slates.

Plastic roof tile

A plastic roof tile is provided to improve the durability and the appearance by mixing waste polypropylene resin with calpet, to manufacture the roof tile accurately by injection-molding, and to construct and fix the roof tile stably by engaging the roof tiles. A plastic roof tile(1) is composed of a planar body(10) arranged in an inclined roof(100) by overlapping an upper part(11) and a lower part(12) to insulate heat and drain water in a building. The planar body is manufactured by mixing waste polypropylene resin of 100 wt% with calpet of 80 to 120 wt%, injection-molding the mixture, spreading urethane resin on the product and performing heat treatment. A fixing hole(11a) is formed in the upper part of the planar body and penetrated by a fixing pin. A fixing projection(12a) is formed in the lower part of the planar body and protruded downward. The roof tiles are fastened firmly by inserting the fixing projection of the upper roof tile to the fixing hole of the lower roof tile.

Asphalt binder compositions and methods to make and use same

아스팔트 및 중합체 블렌드를 포함하는 아스팔트 바인더 조성물로서, 상기 중합체 블렌드는 산화형 고밀도 폴리에틸렌, 및 말레산염화 폴리프로필렌, 폴리에틸렌 단독 중합체, 고결정화도 폴리에틸렌 및 이들의 조합에서 선택되는 다른 중합체를 포함하는 아스팔트 바인더 조성물이 제공된다. 상기 언급된 아스팔트 바인더 조성물 및 골재 재료를 포함하는 포장 및 지붕 재료도 제공된다. 상기 아스팔트 바인더 조성물의 제조 및 사용 방법도 제공된다. An asphalt binder composition comprising asphalt and a polymer blend, wherein the polymer blend comprises an oxidized high density polyethylene and another polymer selected from maleated polypropylene, polyethylene homopolymer, high crystallinity polyethylene, and combinations thereof. this is provided Also provided are paving and roofing materials comprising the aforementioned asphalt binder composition and aggregate material. Methods of making and using the asphalt binder composition are also provided.

Granules

The present application is directed to a structure comprising a substrate and a structural layer on the substrate. The structural layer comprises a surface opposite the substrate. The structural layer comprises a binder and granules. Generally, the granules are bonded to the substrate with the binder. The granules have a diameter less than 420 micrometers and an average diameter of between 250 and 300 micrometers. Generally, the granule is exposed above the surface of the structural layer.

Granules

The present application is directed to a structure comprising a substrate and a structural layer on the substrate. The structural layer comprises a surface opposite the substrate. The structural layer comprises a binder and granules. Generally, the granules are bonded to the substrate with the binder. The granules have a diameter less than 420 micrometers and an average diameter of between 250 and 300 micrometers. Generally, the granule is exposed above the surface of the structural layer.

Granules

The present application is directed to a structure comprising a substrate and a structural layer on the substrate. The structural layer comprises a surface opposite the substrate. The structural layer comprises a binder and granules. Generally, the granules are bonded to the substrate with the binder. The granules have a diameter less than 420 micrometers and an average diameter of between 250 and 300 micrometers. Generally, the granule is exposed above the surface of the structural layer.

Granules.

La presente solicitud es concerniente con una estructura que comprende un sustrato y una capa estructural sobre el sustrato. La capa estructural comprende una superficie opuesta al sustrato. La capa estructural comprende un aglutinante y gránulos. En general, los gránulos son pegados al sustrato con el aglutinante. Los gránulos tienen un diámetro menor de 420 micras y un diámetro promedio de entre 250 y 300 micras. En general, el gránulo está expuesto por encima de la superficie de la capa estructural.

Formula of high-light transmission PVC (polyvinyl chloride) composite tile

本发明涉及一种高透光PVC复合瓦的配方，由下列重量份的原料制成：聚氯乙烯70‑80公斤；纳米钙20‑30公斤；氯化聚乙烯10‑15公斤；硬脂酸1‑4公斤；氯化聚乙烯蜡0.5‑2公斤；稳定剂5‑10公斤；抗冲击剂1.5‑2.5公斤；二辛脂2‑3公斤。添加二辛脂，增加产品低温柔软性和耐光性；添加抗冲击剂，改善产品低温脆化，赋予其更高的韧性；本发明所述的高透光PVC复合瓦的配方，其具有质轻，难燃，高抗冲击强度，强耐腐蚀性，高稳定性，成品易弯曲等特性。

A slate using recycled plastics

본 발명은 재생 플라스틱을 이용하여 제조되는 건축자재인 스레트에 관한 것으로, 더욱 상세하게는 폐 플라스틱에, 분자식이 (CH 3 ) 3 CC 6 H 3 (OCH 3 )OH, 녹는점(m.p) 58 ~ 60℃인 부틸히드록시아니솔(2,3-tert-butyl-4-methoxyphenol:BHA), 분자식이 C 15 H 24 O, 녹는점(m.p) 69 ~ 70℃인 2,6-Di-tert-butyl-4-methylphenol, 분자식이 C 10 H 14 O 2 , 녹는점(m.p) 125℃인 tert-butylhydroquinone, 녹는점(m.p) 35 ~ 38℃인 2,6-di-tert-butylphenol 중 선택되는 어느 1종 또는 2종 이상의 혼합으로 조성되는 안정제, 착색제, 보강제, 자외선흡수제를 첨가하여 조성된 혼합물을 용융하고, 일정온도를 유지하는 금형을 통과시켜 사출성형하여 제조되는 재생플라스틱을 이용한 스레트에 관한 것이다. The present invention relates to a thread that is a building material manufactured using recycled plastics, and more particularly, to waste plastics, molecular formula (CH 3 ) 3 CC 6 H 3 (OCH 3 ) OH, melting point (mp) 58 ~ Butylhydroxyanisole (2,3-tert-butyl-4-methoxyphenol: BHA) at 60 ° C, molecular formula C 15 H 24 O, melting point (mp) 2,6-Di-tert- at 69-70 ° C butyl-4-methylphenol, molecular formula C 10 H 14 O 2 , tert-butylhydroquinone with melting point (mp) 125 ℃, 2,6-di-tert-butylphenol with melting point (mp) 35 ~ 38 ℃ The present invention relates to a thread using a recycled plastic produced by melting a mixture formed by adding a stabilizer, a colorant, a reinforcing agent, and an ultraviolet absorber formed by one or two or more kinds of mixtures, and then injection molding the mold by maintaining a constant temperature. . 재생, 플라스틱, 건축자재, 스레트, 경량, 강도, 폴리프로필렌, 폴리에틸렌 Recycled, Plastic, Construction Materials, Thread, Lightweight, Strength, Polypropylene, Polyethylene

Manufacturing method of plastic coating roof tile

The purpose of the present invention is to provide a manufacturing method of a coating layer-formed plastic roofing material. The manufacturing method improves durability of paint, prevents decolorization of the roofing material, and improves durability of the roofing material against external environments such as ultraviolet rays and the like by preventing water penetration to a paint coated on the surface of the roofing material. The manufacturing method of the present invention comprises: a roofing material molding process (100) of molding the roofing material by a mold; a roofing material cooling process (200) of cooling the roofing material manufactured through the roofing material molding process (100); a roofing material surface cleaning process (300) of cleaning the surface of the roofing material cooled through the roofing material cooling process (200); a roofing material surface heating process (400) evaporating moisture on the surface of the roofing material cleaned through the roofing material surface cleaning process (300), and heating the surface of the roofing material by a flame of 350 to 450C such that the surface of the roofing material has adhesion affinity; a Mordine (mortar adhesive enhancer) paint coating process (500) of coating an aqueous mixed Mordine paint on the surface of the roofing material after evaporating and removing the moisture on the surface of the roofing material through the roofing material surface heating process (400); and a heating and curing process (600) of enabling the Mordine paint coated on the roofing material to heat and cure the roofing material.

Fiber-containing roof tiles, molding materials for producing fiber-containing roof tiles, and methods for producing them.

Roof tile and roof tile assembly with same

本发明提供的一种屋面瓦及具有其的屋顶瓦片组件，属于瓦片技术领域，所述的屋面瓦，包括：瓦面主体；前压片；后压片；左挂片；右钩片。本发明的屋面瓦，在安装过程中，相邻的两个屋面瓦，第一屋面瓦位于第二屋面瓦的左边，第一屋面瓦的右沟边和第二屋面瓦的左挂边进行挂接，增强水平方向上挂接的牢固性；前压片通过螺钉与房顶的固定件相固定，实现屋面瓦与房顶的固定，后压片用于支撑屋面瓦的高度；前压片、后压片、左挂钩和右钩片配合使用，使得屋面瓦之间固定牢固，稳定好；具有良好的抗风性和防水性。

Roofing tile use recycling tire

본 발명은 폐타이어를 이용한 재활용 기와에 대한 것으로, 발명의 주된 목적은 잘게 분쇄한 폐타이어와 폐비닐 및 폐우레탄을 혼합한 폐타이어 소재의 기와를 제공하고자 하는데 있으며, 아울러 무게가 가볍고, 보온성이 우수한 기와를 제공하고자 하는 것이다. 상기 목적을 감안한 본 발명의 특징적인 구성은 금형을 이용하여 통상적인 기와의 모양으로 제조하되, 그 소재는 분쇄한 폐타이어와, 폐우레탄과, 바인더를 약 48:48:6의 비율로 혼합하고, 발색을 위한 도료를 포함시킨 폐타이어의 혼합 가공물을 준비하여 제조하는 것이다. 기와, 폐타이어, 폐우레탄, 색상

Tile-shaped roof structure for soundproof tunnels

The present invention installs a roof structure of a soundproof tunnel in a stacked tile shape in a direction from an upper portion to a lower portion so as to allow introduced rainwater to flow to the lower portion along a roof plate in the stacked tile shape, conveniently installs the separate roof plate by stacking the same, and has the curved roof plate downwards so as to allow the rainwater to flow downwards after collecting the same into the center of the roof plate.

Prefabricated insulation roof and shingles

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Hyperbright white roofing granules with high solar reflectance

The invention provides a bright white refractory roofing granule, comprising a ceramic material formed from a substantially homogenous mixture of a ceramic-forming clay, sintering material, and optionally comprising silica particles, and other potential additives, said bright white refractory roofing granule having a total solar reflectance of at least 0.80 and a Hunter Color L-value of at least 85.0, together with processes for making and using the same.

Tile for all covers

Asphalt binder compositions and methods to make and use same

아스팔트 및 중합체 블렌드를 포함하는 아스팔트 바인더 조성물로서, 상기 중합체 블렌드는 산화형 고밀도 폴리에틸렌, 및 말레산염화 폴리프로필렌, 폴리에틸렌 단독 중합체, 고결정화도 폴리에틸렌 및 이들의 조합에서 선택되는 다른 중합체를 포함하는 아스팔트 바인더 조성물이 제공된다. 상기 언급된 아스팔트 바인더 조성물 및 골재 재료를 포함하는 포장 및 지붕 재료도 제공된다. 상기 아스팔트 바인더 조성물의 제조 및 사용 방법도 제공된다.

Structure of roof for reservoir

본 발명은 저장조의 지붕 조립구조에 관한 것으로서, 그 목적은 패널(18)을 제조된 상태에서 2차적으로 가공하지 않고 곧 바로 지지프레임(10)에 설치할 수 있도록 표준화 함으로서 대량생산이 가능하도록 하고, 다른 목적으로는 패널(18)을 에스엠씨 또는 에프알피로 제조하여 강도를 향상시키면서 경량화와 가격의 저렴화를 실현시키고, 또 다른 목적으로는 패널(18)의 표면에 도색을 실시하여 외관의 미려함이 창출되게 하면서 내식성과 내후성 등이 보다 향상되게 하며, 또 다른 목적으로는 패널(18)이 파손되었을 경우 해당 부분만 교체할 수 있도록 조립구조의 단순화를 실현하여 유지관리 및 보수비용의 소요를 줄이는 데에 있다. 이를 실현하기 위하여 본 발명은, 여러개가 방사형으로 배치되면서 끝 단부가 상호 마주 접하여 설치되는 지지프레임(10)과, 상기 각각의 지지프레임(10) 끝 단부 상,하단 면에 조립나사(14)로 고정 설치되는 연결판(12)과, 상기 연결판(12) 외측에 실리콘(26)으로 결합 되는 커버(24)와, 상기 각각의 지지프레임(10) 상부에 설치되는 패널(18)과, 상기 패널(18) 상부에 위치하면서 고정나사(22)로 지지프레임(10)상에 고정 설치되는 누름막대(20)로 이루어진 저장조의 지붕 조립구조에 있어서, 상기 지지프레임(10) 상단 면에 위치하는 2개의 패널(18)은 상호 끝단 면을 마주 접하게 하면서 설치되는 것을 특징으로 한다. 상기와 같이 구성되는 본 발명은 패널(18)을 에스엠씨 또는 에프알피 재료를 적용하여 금형으로 제조할 수 있으므로 표준화가 가능하여 대량생산 할 수 있고, 또한 패널(18)이 단순한 구조로 형성되어 있어서 2차적인 가공을 하지 않고 곧 바로 설치할 수 있으므로 유지관리 및 보수비용을 줄일 수 있으며, 또한 패널(18)이 에스엠씨 또는 에프알피로 만들어지므로 강도가 향상되고, 또한 패널(18)의 표면에 도색을 하게 되어 외관이 미려해지면서 우수한 내식성 및 내후성을 지니게 되는 효과가 있다. 패널, 프레임, 가열로, 에프알피, 에스엠씨

Apparatus and method for manufacturing of tile

The tunnel shaped baking furnace includes a preheating part, a firing part and a cooling part. Further, a carurizing part is formed at a side of the cooling part, and a rail (4) is installed on the bottom of the carurizing part, so that a carburizing car (3) can run on it. A carrying car (1) is received into the car (3). The loading, preheating, baking, carburizing and cooling are carried out simultaneously at different places to shorten, the manufacturing time.

ROOF PANEL WITH PUMP PREVENTION FUNCTION

РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2015 141 801 A (51) МПК E04D 3/28 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ЗАЯВКА НА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: 2015141801, 16.04.2014 (71) Заявитель(и): ДжИ-ПЛАСТ С.Р.Л. (IT) Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: (72) Автор(ы): ГИДИ Энрико (IT) 16.04.2013 IT MI2013A000620 (85) Дата начала рассмотрения заявки PCT на национальной фазе: 01.10.2015 R U (43) Дата публикации заявки: 06.04.2017 Бюл. № 10 (86) Заявка PCT: (87) Публикация заявки PCT: WO 2014/170844 (23.10.2014) R U (54) КРОВЕЛЬНАЯ ПАНЕЛЬ С ФУНКЦИЕЙ ПРЕДОТВРАЩЕНИЯ КАПАНИЯ (57) Формула изобретения 1. Панель (1) для создания конструкций (20) кровли, содержащая, по существу, оппозитно расположенные поверхности (2, 3) и изготовленная из термопластичного материала, предпочтительно из поликарбоната, отличающаяся тем, что содержит множество протяженных впадин (10), образованных, по меньшей мере, на одной из двух оппозитных поверхностей (2, 3) указанной панели, при этом поверхность (2) панели (1), содержащая множество протяженных впадин (10), является внутренней поверхностью конструкции (20) кровли. 2. Панель по п. 1, в которой указанные протяженные впадины (10) проходят вдоль, по существу, прямых линий. 3. Панель по п. 1 или 2, в которой указанные протяженные впадины (10) проходят параллельно друг другу. 4. Панель по п. 1, отличающаяся тем, что указанные протяженные впадины (10) проходят по всей длине панели, соединяя при этом две противоположные стороны (4, 5) указанной панели. 5. Панель по п. 1, в которой, по меньшей мере, одна протяженная впадина (10) содержит, по меньшей мере, одну поверхность (11), проходящую, по меньшей мере, от одного нижнего участка (12), по меньшей мере, к одной вершине (13) указанной впадины (10). 6. Панель по п. 5, в которой, по меньшей мере, одна вершина (13), по меньшей мере, Стр.: 1 A 2 0 1 5 1 4 1 8 0 1 A Адрес для переписки: 109012, Москва, ул. Ильинка, 5/2, ООО "Союзпатент" 2 0 1 5 1 4 1 8 0 1 IB 2014/060769 ...