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10-11-2016 дата публикации

Устройство для оштукатуривания поверхностей

Номер: RU0000166081U1

1. Устройство для оштукатуривания поверхностей, содержащее профиль маячковый и крепежные элементы, отличающееся тем, что профиль маячковый имеет по всей длине паз для крепежных элементов, а крепежные элементы выполнены в виде прутка, сечение и поверхность которого выполнены с возможностью обеспечения его жесткой фиксации в пазу профиля маячкового и непосредственно в оштукатуриваемой поверхности.2. Устройство по п. 1, отличающееся тем, что профиль маячковый с пазом для крепежных элементов имеет, например, овальное, П-образное, трубообразное сечение.3. Устройство по п. 1, отличающееся тем, что сечение крепежных элементов, выполненных в виде прутка, может быть цилиндрическим, прямоугольным либо многогранным.4. Устройство по п. 1, отличающееся тем, что поверхность крепежных элементов, выполненных в виде прутка, выполнена, как минимум с одной стороны, шероховатой или зубчатой.5. Устройство по п. 1, отличающееся тем, что крепежные элементы выполнены из полимерного термопластичного материала, например ПВХ, полипропилен, полиэтилен. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (51) МПК E04F 21/00 (11) (13) 166 081 U1 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ТИТУЛЬНЫЙ (21)(22) Заявка: ЛИСТ ОПИСАНИЯ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ 2016119842/03, 23.05.2016 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 23.05.2016 (72) Автор(ы): Солнцев Евгений Александрович (RU), Кобзев Дмитрий Евгеньевич (RU) (73) Патентообладатель(и): Солнцев Евгений Александрович (RU) R U Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 23.05.2016 (45) Опубликовано: 10.11.2016 Бюл. № 31 1 6 6 0 8 1 R U (57) Формула полезной модели 1. Устройство для оштукатуривания поверхностей, содержащее профиль маячковый и крепежные элементы, отличающееся тем, что профиль маячковый имеет по всей длине паз для крепежных элементов, а крепежные элементы выполнены в виде прутка, сечение и поверхность которого выполнены с возможностью обеспечения его жесткой фиксации в пазу профиля маячкового и непосредственно в оштукатуриваемой ...

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30-07-2018 дата публикации

Правило

Номер: RU0000181945U1

Полезная модель относится к области строительства, а именно к инструментам, используемым при отделочных работах, в частности конструкциям правил, предназначенным для выравнивания строительных растворов на поверхности, например при оштукатуривании стен.Технический результат заключается в расширении арсенала известных технических средств за счет повышения прочности при облегченной конструкции профиля и упругости рабочей поверхности, а также облегчения работы с правилом.Указанный технический результат достигается за счет использования правила, содержащего корпус, выполненный из алюминиевого сплава в виде монолитного полого профиля трапецеидального контура в сечении, включающий выравниватель с заостренной заглаживающей кромкой и держатель выравнивателя, снабженный фиксатором положения пальцев рук ладони, при этом корпус снабжен продольным ребром жесткости, перпендикулярным основаниям и образующим две замкнутые смежные полости, имеющие в сечении, соответственно, контур в форме прямого треугольника и прямоугольный контур. При этом полость профиля корпуса с прямоугольным контуром сечения дополнительно снабжена наклонным продольным ребром жесткости, расположенным диагонально с образованием двух замкнутых полостей с контуром в форме прямых треугольников в сечении, а фиксатор положения пальцев рук ладони выполнен на большем и меньшем основаниях корпуса в виде прямолинейных участков с продольными канавками. 13 з.п.ф-лы, 1 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 181 945 U1 (51) МПК E04F 21/04 (2006.01) E04F 21/16 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК E04F 21/04 (2018.05); E04F 21/16 (2018.05) (21)(22) Заявка: 2018112153, 04.04.2018 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: (73) Патентообладатель(и): Общество с ограниченной ответственностью "ПЕТРОКОН" (RU) Дата регистрации: 30.07.2018 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: RU 95007 U1, 10.06.2010. RU 14049 U1, 27.06.2000. RU ...

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12-04-2012 дата публикации

Jointing and surface compound for construction elements, its preparation process and building process of a structure

Номер: US20120085064A1
Автор: Alain Petit, Marc Domenech
Принадлежит: Lafarge Platres SA

The object of the invention is a drying compound comprising from 50 to 85% of FGD gypsum and/or natural or processed gypsum, in mass percentages based on the total mass of the compound, presenting the following particle size characteristics: (i) a d 50 from 35 to 70 μm and (ii) a span (d 90 -d 10 /d 50 ) lower than 2. The object of the invention is also a preparation process of the compound according to the invention. Finally, the object of the invention is a building process of a structure using this compound.

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21-06-2012 дата публикации

Flat finisher spring coupler and maintenance method

Номер: US20120156318A1
Автор: Roger R. Parelius
Принадлежит: Individual

A select spring coupler structure is outfitted upon a flat finisher assembly or apparatus so as to enhance the user's ability to maintain the flat finisher apparatus. The flat finisher apparatus essentially comprises at least one (tension) coil spring removably held in tension between opposing anchor structures. The select spring coupler structure according to the present invention is outfittable upon the coil spring at the first spring end of the coil spring. The spring coupler structure comprises certain radially extending structure for engaging the first spring end and certain finger engaging structure for enabling manual alteration (i.e. via one's digits) of spring tension so as to disengage the first spring end from respective anchoring structure. The spring coupler structure may be twisted into engagement with the first spring end(s) via the helical structure of adjacent loops of the coil spring to couple therewith.

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23-08-2012 дата публикации

Adjustment device and system

Номер: US20120211636A1
Автор: Andrew Sirek, Colton Sirek
Принадлежит: Individual

The invention includes an alignment device and system having a guide member, a support member and a connector which engages the guide member and the support member. The guide member may be a relatively flat piece attachable to and edge of a frame. In one aspect the guide member includes a perimeter slot. The support member may have a first portion generally perpendicular with a second portion and the first portion may be attached to an object (or integral with an object such as a window or door casing) which is to be aligned with a frame. The second portion may have a connector portion or threaded hole for receiving a connector. The connector may also engage the slot of the guide member. The device allows for desired alignment of an object within a frame by transferring rotational movement to linear movement.

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25-10-2012 дата публикации

Tile Cutting Measurement Tool

Номер: US20120266472A1
Автор: Jorge Liza
Принадлежит: Individual

A tile cutting measurement tool used to measure tiles, marbles, and the like. The tile cutting measurement tool is easily maneuverable, easily transportable, inexpensive to manufacture, and lightweight. The tile cutting measurement tool comprises of a contour gauge and a contour gauge guide that is connected to the contour gauge.

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20-12-2012 дата публикации

Decorative concrete and method of installing the same

Номер: US20120317912A1
Автор: Ronald D. Shaw
Принадлежит: Lithocrete Inc

A decorative concrete product and method of making the same is provided. The concrete surface carries a unique textural and visual decorative pattern that is troweled over the uncured surface. The decorative pattern strategically conceals any imperfections in the concrete surface. A decorative finishing tool is utilized to create a unique and consistent pattern throughout the exposed surface of the concrete. Unique visual patterns may include any aesthetic design including wood grain, or lightly finished honed or cut stone. The decorative finishing tool may be configured so that varying textures and contours may consistently be imprinted throughout the concrete. Advantageously, the cured concrete retains the durability of a concrete surface while carrying a visually and texturally appealing appearance.

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17-01-2013 дата публикации

Flat box, tool, and method of dispensing drywall joint compound

Номер: US20130017337A1
Принадлежит: CINTA TOOLS LLC

Disclosed are flat boxes, tools, and methods for dispensing drywall joint compound, for example, into joints between sheets of drywall on a building interior surface or for finishing drywall. Various embodiments include a stopper or opening cover to block the opening to dispense the drywall joint compound, at least one guide that holds the opening cover substantially parallel to the back plate, holds the opening cover against the back plate, and allows the opening cover to slide along the back plate when moved by an operator of the flat box to block or unblock the opening to dispense the drywall joint compound, and a cover control mechanism that controls movement of the stopper or opening cover in relation to the back plate.

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24-01-2013 дата публикации

Cement finishing attachment for cement rake

Номер: US20130022398A1
Автор: Toky Ranaivoson
Принадлежит: Individual

A cement finishing attachment for a cement rake includes a cement finishing blade with a first face, a second face, a first edge, a second edge and peripheral side edges. At least one retainer is positioned on the second face of the cement finishing blade for fixing the cement finishing blade to a rake blade of a cement rake and a receiver is positioned on the second face of the cement finishing blade for receiving a shaft of the cement rake.

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07-03-2013 дата публикации

Spacing/levelling device for laying slab products for surface cladding

Номер: US20130055675A1
Автор: Giorgio Sighinolfi
Принадлежит: RAIMONDI SpA

An intake manifold ( 2 ) of comburent air is presented for an internal combustion engine ( 1 ) provided with a recirculating conduit ( 60 ) of exhaust gases. The intake manifold ( 2 ) includes a first inlet mouth ( 213 ) of the comburent air, a second inlet mouth ( 214 ) in communication with the recirculating conduit ( 60 ) of the exhaust gases, and a plurality of outlet mouths ( 201 ), having a wall ( 7 ) positioned in front of each of the outlet mouths ( 201 ) and configured for dividing the internal volume of the intake manifold ( 2 ) into two chambers ( 215, 204 ), the first chamber ( 215 ) being placed in communication with the first inlet mouth ( 213 ) and the second inlet mouth ( 214 ) and the second chamber ( 204 ) being placed in communication with the outlet mouths ( 201 ), the wall ( 7 ) defining an opening ( 70 ) adapted for placing the first chamber ( 215 ) and the second chamber ( 204 ) in communication.

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18-07-2013 дата публикации

PRE-FABRICATED BACKSPLASH PANEL, PRE-FABRICATED BASE, PRE-FABRICATED CABINETS AND METHOD OF INSTALLING A PRE-FABRICATED ENVIRONMENT

Номер: US20130181591A1
Автор: Bergevin Louis
Принадлежит:

The present document describes a pre-fabricated base for receiving a pre-fabricated cabinet having a bottom surface and a corresponding mating portion extending from the bottom surface comprising a semi-rigid frame for installation on a surface, the semi-rigid frame having an internal surface and an external surface; at least two adjustable supporting portions mounted on at least one of: the internal surface of the semi-rigid frame and the external surface of the semi-rigid frame for horizontally leveling the semi-rigid frame; and a male/female portion extending from the external surface of the semi-rigid frame for removably receiving the corresponding mating portion of the cabinet. 1. A pre-fabricated backsplash panel for installation on a surface comprising:a semi-rigid panel having a mounting side, a decorative side and a predetermined shape, the mounting side of the semi-rigid panel is for installation on the surface; andat least one decorative surface mounted on the decorative side of the semi-rigid panel for allowing appearance transformation of the surface.2. The pre-fabricated backsplash panel of claim 1 , wherein the mounting side of the semi-rigid panel is for fixe installation or removable installation on the surface.3. The pre-fabricated backsplash panel of claim 1 , wherein the at least one decorative surface is fixedly mounted on the decorative side of the semi-rigid panel.4. The pre-fabricated backsplash panel of claim 1 , wherein the at least one decorative surface comprises a plurality of decorative surfaces comprising at least one pattern of decorative surfaces.5. The pre-fabricated backsplash panel of claim 1 , wherein the mounting side of the semi-rigid panel is to be mounted on the surface using glue claim 1 , tile grout mortar claim 1 , adhesive claim 1 , organic adhesive claim 1 , nails claim 1 , screws claim 1 , seal and any combination thereof.6. A pre-fabricated base for receiving a pre-fabricated cabinet having a bottom surface and a ...

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25-07-2013 дата публикации

GROUT TUBE HOLDER AND SPACER

Номер: US20130186030A1
Автор: Hebert, JR. Eric G.
Принадлежит:

A spacer for securing a grout tube to a frame prior to the pouring of concrete to form a concrete structure. The spacer comprises a central portion and two free ends extending from the central portion. The central portion surrounds at least a portion of the grout tube and the free ends are fastened in some fashion to the frame. A plurality of spacers can be utilized for securing the grout tube in place. The central portion is preferably circular and the manipulation of the free ends can expand or contract the diameter of the central portion. 1. A preformed spacer for holding a grout tube and securing it to a frame within a concrete form , the spacer comprising:a central portion of sufficient size to surround the grout tube;free ends that extend outwardly from the central portion;the free ends comprising a fastener;the fastener capable of engaging the frame;whereby the grout tube can be held in a predetermined position.2. The spacer of claim 1 , wherein:at least one of the fasteners is a hook.3. The spacer of claim 2 , wherein:the spacer is a length of spring steel wire.4. The spacer of claim 3 , wherein:the length of spring steel wire is continuous.5. The spacer of claim 4 , wherein:the central portion having a secondary structure that allows the central portion to be temporarily expanded by grasping the free ends and applying force to expand the central portion's size.6. The spacer of claim 5 , wherein:the central portion comprises the secondary structure.7. The spacer of claim 6 , wherein:the secondary structure is a loop.8. The spacer of claim 7 , wherein:the loop is a circle.9. The spacer of claim 8 , wherein:the circle has a certain diameter at a first position of the spacer;the certain diameter is greater at a second position of the spacer.10. The spacer of claim 9 , wherein:at least one the free ends comprises a handle;the handle allows a user of the spacer to easily grasp the at least one free end and apply a pressure to expand the diameter of the center ...

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22-08-2013 дата публикации

TILE CUTTING TOOL AND METHODS

Номер: US20130212892A1
Автор: Saravanos Peter G.
Принадлежит:

A tool and method for marking dimensions for cutting a tile include a platform with a front wall defining an x axis, a side wall defining a y axis, with the y axis being perpendicular to the x axis, and a front guideline defining an x′ axis parallel to the x axis. Also included are a plurality of extendable fingers which are manually extendable to releasably retained protracted positions. A conformable member is disposed at the distal end of each finger, and is configured to conformably match the contour of an obstruction. The platform is configured for superposed alignment with an installed tile adjacent to an area with the obstruction, and also for alignment with a loose tile to be cut. The conformable members provide a guide for marking the surface of the loose tile to accommodate the obstruction. 1. A tool for determining dimensions for cutting a tile , comprising:a body including a platform with a planar top face, a front wall defining an x axis and an x-direction, and a side wall defining a y axis defining a y-direction, the y axis being perpendicular to the x axis;a front guideline disposed on the top face, the front guideline extending along an x′ axis, the x′ axis being parallel to the x axis;a plurality of individually extendable fingers coupled to said body, each finger of said plurality being manually extendable, in the y-direction, to a protracted position, the protracted position being releasably retained until the finger is manually collapsed to a contracted position;a conformable member disposed at the distal end of each finger;said platform being configured for placement on an installed tile with a side edge and an open edge adjacent to an area with an obstruction, wherein the front guideline is positioned in superposed alignment with the open edge, and the side wall is positioned in superposed alignment with the side edge;wherein a selection of fingers, including at least two of said plurality of fingers, are extendable towards their protracted ...

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29-08-2013 дата публикации

Spray gun, spray application apparatus, and spray application method

Номер: US20130224389A1
Принадлежит: Dyflex Corp

The spray gun is provided with a nozzle section which mixes gas into raw material liquid and also ejects the raw material liquid. The internal space of the nozzle section has an introduction path into which the raw material liquid is introduced, an open portion in which a flow path is enlarged more than the introduction path, thereby ejecting the raw material liquid in a fine particle form, a reduced diameter portion in which a flow path is made narrower than the open portion, thereby re-aggregating the raw material liquid in a fine particle form, and an ejection orifice portion which ejects the raw material liquid to the outside. In the nozzle section, a gas introduction hole which introduces gas into a base-end-side portion of the open portion is formed.

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19-09-2013 дата публикации

ACCESSORY FOR A RECIPROCATING SAW

Номер: US20130239418A1
Автор: Kehoe Sean T.
Принадлежит: MILWAUKEE ELECTRIC TOOL CORPORATION

A reciprocating power tool including a housing supporting a motor having a drive shaft, a blade clamp mechanism, and a drive mechanism. The drive clamp mechanism is coupled to the motor for converting rotational motion of the drive shaft into reciprocating motion of the blade clamp mechanism. The power tool includes an accessory having an attachment portion coupled to the blade clamp mechanism, and a body portion extending from the attachment portion. A grout rake is coupled to the body portion and includes a plurality of cutter portions. The grout rake is repositionable relative to the body portion between a first position and a second position. In the first position one of the plurality of cutter portions is located in a working position for contacting a workpiece, and in the second position another one of the plurality of cutter portions is located in the working position for contacting the workpiece. 1. A reciprocating power tool comprising:a housing supporting a motor having a drive shaft, the motor actuatable by a trigger;a blade clamp mechanism;a drive mechanism coupled to the motor for converting rotational motion of the drive shaft into reciprocating motion of the blade clamp mechanism; and an attachment portion configured to be coupled to the blade clamp mechanism;', 'a body portion extending from the attachment portion;', 'a grout rake coupled to the body portion, the grout rake including a plurality of cutter portions;', 'wherein the grout rake is repositionable relative to the body portion between a first position and a second position; wherein in the first position one of the plurality of cutter portions is located in a working position for contacting a workpiece, and wherein in the second position another one of the plurality of cutter portions is located in the working position for contacting the workpiece., 'an accessory including2. The reciprocating power tool of claim 1 , wherein at least two of the plurality of cutter portions includes a unique ...

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19-09-2013 дата публикации

Unbonded loosefill insulation system

Номер: US20130240650A1
Автор: Michael E. Evans
Принадлежит: OWENS CORNING INTELLECTUAL CAPITAL LLC

A combination including unbonded loosefill insulation material compressed in a package and a blowing insulation machine is provided. The unbonded loosefill insulation material has insulative characteristics. The blowing insulation machine is configured to receive the compressed unbonded loosefill insulation material from the package. The blowing insulation machine has a plurality of shredders configured to condition unbonded loosefill insulation material to a desired density. The blowing insulation machine is further configured to distribute the conditioned unbonded loosefill insulation material into an airstream. The blowing insulation machine has pre-set, fixed operating parameters tuned to the unbonded loosefill insulation material. The blowing insulation machine, having the tuned pre-set, fixed operating parameters, combines with the insulative characteristics of the unbonded loosefill insulation materials to provide blown loosefill insulation material having the insulation manufacturer's prescribed insulative values at specific layer thicknesses.

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26-09-2013 дата публикации

MECHANICAL EDGE SETTING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SETTING TILES AND TUNING LIPPAGE

Номер: US20130247508A1
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A tile aligning and lippage tuning system that uses an under tile base reusable upright connecting tab, which is detachably connected to said under tile base, a reusable flexible edge slotted cap configured to slip over the connecting tab and latch thereto as the cap is slid further down the connecting tab. The cap has an edge slot so that the connecting tab can be separated from the cap, by merely sliding the cap, so that the connecting tab passes through the slot. A flexible spring-like portion of the cap provides increased force on the tile even if undesired elongation of the connecting tab occurs. 1. A tile aligning and lippage tuning system comprising:a reusable connecting tab;a first sub-tile base member, sized and configured to be placed adjacent to a plurality of tiles, said first sub-tile base member having a base member portion thereof, which is configured to temporarily retain a tab portion of said reusable connecting tab;said base member portion is sized and configured to release said tab portion when a force is applied to said reusable connecting tab; where the force does not render said tab portion of said reusable connecting tab as incapable of being reused, and allows said reusable connecting tab to be detached from said first sub-tile base member and be reused and mated again with a second sub-tile base; anda cap system for detachably coupling with a portion of said reusable connecting tab and for applying pressure to said plurality of tiles.2. The system of wherein said reusable connecting tab comprises said tab portion claim 1 , and an elongated shaft member.3. The system of wherein said tab portion is metallic and is substantially planar.4. The system of wherein said tab portion has voids therein for mating with said base member portion.5. The system of wherein said tab portion is configured to be more easily non-destructively releasable from said protuberances when said tab portion and said protuberances are at a predetermined orientation.6. The ...

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03-10-2013 дата публикации

Tile Alignment and Leveling Device

Номер: US20130255182A1
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A tile alignment and leveling device for aligning and leveling tiles as they are being secured to a substrate. The device includes a flexible member, a bottom plate, and an intermediate member. The intermediate member spaces the flexible member and bottom plate a predetermined vertical distance. The flexible member has a first end and a second end. The first end is pivotally combined with the intermediate member thereby allowing the flexible member to pivot between a first position and a second (downward) position. In use and in its second position, the flexible member second end exerts force against the top of the tiles to help align and level the tiles as they are secured to the substrate. 1. A device for laying and leveling tiles , said device comprising:a bottom plate having a top side and a bottom side;a flexible member having a first end and a second end;an intermediate member connecting the bottom plate to the flexible member;wherein the flexible member first end is pivotally combined with the intermediate member thereby allowing the flexible member to pivot between a first position and a second position; anda securing mechanism for securing the flexible member in its second position.2. The device of wherein the flexible member second end is closer to the bottom plate in the second position and farther from the bottom plate in the first position.3. The device of wherein the securing mechanism is a fastening member adapted to be received by an opening.4. The device of wherein the fastening member is combined with the flexible member and the opening is in the intermediate member.5. The device of wherein the opening is larger than the fastening member to allow the device to be used with tiles of different thicknesses.6. The device of wherein the securing mechanism is a locking pawl assembly.7. The device of wherein more than one securing mechanism is combined with the flexible member.8. The device of wherein the intermediate member further comprises a separation ...

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28-11-2013 дата публикации

Grout - Removing Hand Tool

Номер: US20130312271A1
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This invention is directed to a grout removal tool comprising: a frame having a proximal end and a distal end; a blade removably attached to the distal end of the frame; a wheel rotatably attached to the proximal end of the frame for supporting the frame above a surface; a pressure pad rotatably attached to the frame having a pressure pad cavity defined in the pressure pad for receiving a portion of the frame; a hinge pin disposed inside the pressure pad cavity; a hinge pin opening defined in the rearward portion of the frame for receiving the hinge pin allowing the pressure pad to rotate from a open position to a closed position; and, a detent assembly having a first member carried by the pressure pad and a second member carried by the frame juxtaposed when the pressure pad is in a closed position. 1. A grout removal tool comprising:a frame having a proximal end and a distal end;a blade removably attached to said distal end of said frame;a wheel rotatably attached to said proximal end of said frame for supporting said frame above a surface;a pressure pad rotatably attached to said frame having a pressure pad cavity defined in said pressure pad for receiving a portion of said frame;a hinge pin disposed inside said pressure pad cavity;a hinge pin opening defined in said rearward portion of said frame for receiving said hinge pin allowing said pressure pad to rotate from a open position to a closed position;a detent assembly having a first member carried by said pressure pad and a second member carried by said frame juxtaposed when said pressure pad is in a closed position; and,whereas said wheels and said blade form generally a plane increasing the contact of the blade to the surface.2. The tool of including a spare blade cavity defined in the top of said frame for receiving and storing spare blades.3. The tool of wherein said spare blade cavity is arranged in said frame to store spare blades in a vertically orientation.4. The tool of including grip protrusions ...

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12-12-2013 дата публикации

Tile installation layout guide and method of use

Номер: US20130327465A1
Автор: Robert A. Borusheski
Принадлежит: Individual

A template for installing tile on a vertical or horizontal surface that includes a substrate having a plurality of lines printed on said substrate wherein said lines are configured to substantially replicate the actual size of at least two tiles and a width of grout adjacent said tiles. The template may be a stand-alone layout guide, or may also be configured to be applied to the horizontal or vertical surface using grout or mastic so that a user can replicate a pattern by applying the tile directly to the layout guide. A method for installing tile using the template including applying a first layer of adhesive upon a surface, applying the template over the first layer of adhesive, applying a second layer of adhesive directly to a tile; and applying the buttered tile directly its corresponding location on the template.

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19-12-2013 дата публикации

ADJUSTABLE TEMPLATE AND A METHOD FOR OPERATING THE TEMPLATE

Номер: US20130333296A1
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An adjustable template for defining outer peripheral dimensions of a door comprises first and second side elements (), each of which comprises an outer telescoping member () and an inner telescoping member (). The first and second side elements () are coupled together by upper and lower linkage mechanisms () so that the first and second side elements () are operable between an inoperable state illustrated in FIG. and an operable state illustrated in FIGS. and whereby the first and second side elements () define the width dimensions of the opening in which the door is to be located from the top of the opening to the bottom of the opening. The inner telescoping members () are urged outwardly of the outer telescoping members () so that the first and second side elements () extend from the saddle or floor of the opening of the door to the upper edge of the opening of the doorway. 135.-. (canceled)36. An adjustable template for defining an outer peripheral dimension of a closure element to be located in an opening for closing thereof , the adjustable template being adapted for locating in the opening and comprising first and second elongated side elements , at least one linkage mechanism coupling the first and second side elements with the first and second side elements being movable relative to each other between an inoperable state adjacent each other , and an operable state spaced apart from each other with the first and second side elements defining respective opposite side edges of the opening , and a locking means for releasably locking the linkage mechanism with the first and second side elements defining the respective opposite side edges of the opening.37. An adjustable template as claimed in in which the at least one linkage mechanism comprises an elongated primary link member pivotally coupled to one of the first and second side elements and slideably coupled to the other one of the first and second side elements claim 36 , the primary link member being ...

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09-01-2014 дата публикации

Combination of electric tools and start method thereof

Номер: US20140008087A1
Принадлежит: Positec Power Tools Suzhou Co Ltd

A combination of electric tools includes a first electric tool and a second electric tool respectively having an independent power supply. The second electric tool starts working automatically responding to the startup of the first electric tool. Thereby the second electric tool starts automatically after the first electric tool is started to operate by a user without an extra operation of the user, which is convenient to the user.

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13-02-2014 дата публикации

METHOD FOR SETTING TILES AND TUNING LIPPAGE

Номер: US20140041335A1
Принадлежит: New Standards Manufacturing Co.

A tile aligning and lippage tuning method and system that uses an under tile base reusable upright connecting tab, which is detachably connected to said under tile base, a reusable flexible edge slotted cap configured to slip over the connecting tab and latch thereto as the cap is slid further down the connecting tab. The cap has an edge slot so that the connecting tab can be separated from the cap, by merely sliding the cap, so that the connecting tab passes through the slot. A flexible spring-like portion of the cap provides increased force on the tile even if undesired elongation of the connecting tab occurs. 1. A method of aligning tile comprising the steps of:providing a first tile base member with a tile base mating portion;providing a connecting tab with a connecting tab base mating portion thereon;causing a said first tile base member to be disposed between a first plurality of adjacent tiles and a first substrate and said connecting tab to extend outwardly in a gap between said first plurality of adjacent tiles;coupling a cap onto said connecting tab and into a retained configuration while said cap is in contact with said first plurality of adjacent tiles; andremoving said connecting tab from said first tile base member and reusing said connecting tab by mating said connecting tab with a second tile base member.2. The method of where said step of removing said connecting tab occurs before any step of separating said cap from said connecting tab.3. The method of further comprising the step of sliding said cap in a plane defined by a top surface of said first plurality of adjacent tiles and thereby separating said cap from said connecting tab.4. The method of wherein said step of removing said connecting tab from said first tile base member comprises applying a non-destructive multi-step and multi-angle force to slide said connecting tab along a plurality of strap mating members claim 3 , forming at least a portion of said tile base mating portion and ...

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20-02-2014 дата публикации

Apparatus and Method for Installing Fasteners to Secure Framing Components

Номер: US20140047794A1
Автор: Maziarz Michael W.
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A fastener installation guide for securing a top plate to a roof support member comprises a grip assembly, a roof support member alignment wall and a fastener retention assembly transverse to the grip assembly. The handle portion has first and second top plate alignment members oriented generally perpendicular to one another. A gripping surface extends between the first and second top plate alignment members and the roof support member alignment defines a first plane oriented transversely to the grip assembly. The fastener retention assembly defines a fastener retention channel and has a fastener alignment wall which defines a second plane, a roof support member alignment edge and a bottom edge. The fastener retention channel is oriented at an angle θ with respect to the second plane. 1. A fastener installation guide for securing a top plate having a height h to a roof support member having a thickness t , the guide comprising:a grip assembly having first and second top plate alignment members, said first and second top plate alignment members oriented generally perpendicular to one another, and a gripping surface extending between said first and second top plate alignment members;a roof support member alignment wall defining a first plane oriented transverse to said grip assembly and located at a lateral end of said grip assembly; anda fastener retention assembly oriented transverse to said grip assembly and having a fastener alignment wall defining a second plane, a roof support member alignment edge and a bottom edge at axially opposite ends of said fastener retention assembly and defining a fastener retention channel, said fastener retention channel having a depth d and a fastener retention channel axis oriented at an angle θ with respect to said second plane;wherein said roof support member alignment edge extends perpendicularly from said roof support member alignment wall and said fastener retention channel communicates with said fastener alignment wall at a ...

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06-03-2014 дата публикации

Corner flashing system

Номер: US20140059969A1
Автор: Gene Summy
Принадлежит: Individual

A corner flashing system is provided for sealing the corners of recessed window frames against moisture penetration. In a preferred embodiment, the system comprises first and second double-flap members, a half-cube member, and caulking. The first and second double-flap members, and the half-cube member are preferably made of asphalt or petroleum based material. In another preferred embodiment, the system comprises one double-flap member, a modified half-cube member, and caulking. In another preferred embodiment, the system comprises a single member that combines a double-flap member and a half-cube member, and caulking. In another preferred embodiment, the system comprises a combination member, a double-flap member, and caulking.

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13-03-2014 дата публикации

GROUT REMOVAL AND MASONRY TRENCHING TOOL

Номер: US20140068950A1
Автор: Taylor Ian Ronald
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A tool for dislodging grout from a joint between two adjacent planar surfaces, or for removing a strip of material from a masonry surface including, a generally elongate body having a lower portion dimensioned to fit at least partially within a channel created by a first cutting tip of a first blade or edge, the first cutting tip forwardly facing for impinging upon and dislodging material, a guide forward of said first blade or edge for controlling the depth to which said first blade or edge penetrates said grout or said masonry surface, and a front portion of said tool being curved upwardly, said front portion including a second blade or edge having a leading secondary cutting tip, whereby the rear of the tool may be pivoted upward about the leading edge of said tool to utilise said secondary cutting tip to dislodge said material without being inhibited or obstructed by said guide. 1. A tool for dislodging grout from a joint between two adjacent planar surfaces , or for removing a strip of material from a masonry surface , including a first incising member , a guide for controlling the depth to which said first incising member penetrates said joint or said masonry surface , and a second incising member for dislodging said grout or remove said strip of material without impediment by said guide.2. A tool for dislodging grout from a joint between two adjacent planar surfaces , or for removing a strip of material from a masonry surface including ,a generally elongate body having a lower portion dimensioned to fit at least partially within a channel created by a first cutting tip of a first blade or edge, the first cutting tip forwardly facing for impinging upon and dislodging material,a guide forward of said first blade or edge for controlling the depth to which said first blade or edge penetrates said grout or said masonry surface, anda front portion of said tool being curved upwardly, said front portion including a second blade or edge having a leading secondary ...

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03-04-2014 дата публикации

T-MOLDING ROLLER

Номер: US20140090567A1
Принадлежит: Crain Cutter Co., Inc.

A roller tool for installing T-molding is provided. The roller tool is configured to receive the T-molding into a front of the body. The T-molding has a top surface and a bottom surface, with an insert of the T-molding extending from the bottom surface of the T-molding. The roller tool includes a guidance member attached to the body, the guidance member configured to align the body to a channel. One or more T-molding guide surfaces, slidably contacting the T-molding insert, guide the T-molding over the guidance member and the channel. The roller tool includes a pressure roller, rotatably attached to the body, the pressure roller positioned rearward of the front of the body, the pressure roller configured to press on the top surface of the T-molding so that, with the front of the body moving forward, the insert of the T-molding is pressed into the channel by the pressure roller. 1. A roller tool for inserting T-molding into a channel , the T-molding having a top surface , a bottom surface , and an insert extending from the bottom surface , comprising:a body including a body top surface;a guidance member insertable into the channel, the guidance member positioned at a forward area of the roller tool; anda pressure roller positioned rearward of the guidance member, the pressure roller configured to press on at least a portion of the top surface of the T-molding above the T-molding insert;wherein with the guidance member inserted in the channel, and with the T-molding entering the roller tool with at least a portion of the T-molding passing above the guidance member, and with the roller tool moving in a forward direction, the roller tool is configured to guide the T-molding insert over the channel and to have the T-molding insert pressed into the channel by the pressure roller.2. The roller tool of claim 1 , wherein the roller tool is hammerless.3. The roller tool of claim 1 , wherein the pressure roller includes a section that is one of convex or uniformly cylindrical. ...

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07-01-2021 дата публикации

Caulk Gun Attachment For Wiping Excess Caulk

Номер: US20210001371A1
Принадлежит: Caulk Garbage Can LLC

A caulk wiping attachment for a caulk gun includes a tube having at least one open end for providing a circular wiping edge. The tube can be attached directly to a barrel of the caulk gun or to a disposable caulk cartridge installed into the barrel of the caulk gun. The tube can be cylindrical with an annular cross section. The tube can be attached to the caulk cartridge using a sleeve slipped over the caulk cartridge, the tube being attached to an outside of the sleeve. A disposable liner or cup can be held within the tube.

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05-01-2017 дата публикации

Method and apparatus for stamping concrete

Номер: US20170001331A1
Автор: Jeff Irwin, Paul A. Sowa
Принадлежит: Jp Design Works LLC

Methods and apparatus are disclosed for stamping concrete. In one aspect, a method of creating a pattern in a surface is provided. The method includes placing a first stamp in a first position, the first stamp comprising a first engagement structure. The method further includes placing a second stamp in a second position, the second stamp comprising a second engagement structure, which engages with the first engagement structure so as to position the second stamp relative to the first stamp. The apparatus may include a separate coupling structure for attaching adjacent stamps to each other.

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

A Device for Positioning an Object Relatively to a Support by Inflatable Air Cushion Members, a Method of Operating the Device, and a Method for Moving an Object

Номер: US20200002141A1
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The device comprises a plurality of inflatable air cushion members () of a flexible but non- stretchable air tight sheet material () in hose-connection () with an inflation tool (). Each inflatable air cushion member () is formed as a bag unit comprising opposite layers of said sheet material () provided face to face and joined along an edge area () to form a double layer edge. Surface modification of the cushion members, for example by a sleeve or pouch into which the cushion members are inserted, is used to adjust the properties of the device for an optimised lifting process. 16111126114. A device for positioning an object relatively to a support , the device comprising at least one inflatable air cushion member () of a flexible but non-stretchable air tight sheet material () in hose-connection () with an inflation tool (); wherein the cushion member () is formed as a bag unit comprising a first sheet material () and a second sheet material (′) provided face to face and joined along an edge region () to form a double layer edge; wherein the bag unit is flat in deflated condition and attains a rounded shape in inflated condition.26. A device according to claim 1 , wherein the cushion member () in deflated condition extends only over dimensions that are within a circumscribed circle of 50 cm claim 1 , for example with a rectangular claim 1 , square claim 1 , oval or round shape; and wherein the double-foil has a thickness of less than 2 mm claim 1 , for example in the region of 1.4 to 1.8 mm claim 1 , wherein the sheet material of the cushion is a polymer foil reinforced by fibers.312161216ab. A device according to claim 1 , wherein the first sheet material () comprises a first outer sheet layer claim 1 , which is outwards directed claim 1 , on a first side () of the cushion member () and the second sheet material () comprises a second outer sheet layer claim 1 , which is outwards directed claim 1 , on an opposite side () of the cushion member () claim 1 , wherein ...

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07-01-2016 дата публикации

Tile Cutting Tools and Method

Номер: US20160002935A1
Автор: Saravanos Peter G.
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A tool and method for marking dimensions for cutting a tile include a platform with a front wall defining an x axis, a side wall defining a y axis perpendicular to the x axis, and a front guideline defining an x′ axis parallel to the x axis. A finger attached to the platform is manually extendable to a retained protracted position. A conformable member is disposed at the distal end of the finger and is configured to conformably match the contour of an obstruction. The platform is configured for superposed alignment with an installed tile adjacent to an area with the obstruction, and also for alignment with a loose tile to be cut. The conformable member provides a guide for marking the surface of the loose tile to accommodate the obstruction. 1. A tool for determining dimensions for cutting a tile , the tool comprising:(a) a body including a platform with a planar top face, a front wall defining an x axis and an x direction, and a side wall defining a y axis and a y direction, the y axis being perpendicular to the x axis;(b) a front guideline disposed on the top face, the front guideline extending along an x′ axis, the x′ axis being parallel to the x axis;(c) an extendable finger coupled to the body, the finger being extendable in the y direction to a protracted position, the protracted position being retained until the finger is manually collapsed to a contracted position;(d) a conformable member disposed at the distal end of the finger, the conformable member being manipulated independently of the extendibility of the finger and configured to maintain its shape after being manually manipulated;(e) the platform being configured for placement on an installed tile with a side edge and an open edge adjacent to an area with an obstruction, wherein the front guideline is positioned in superposed alignment with the open edge, and the side wall is positioned in superposed alignment with the side edge;(f) wherein the finger is extendable towards its protracted position ...

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08-01-2015 дата публикации

ADJUSTABLE TILE SPACER

Номер: US20150007525A1
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An adjustable tile spacer is described. In one example, the tile spacer includes a first support bar connected to a first spacer arm. The first spacer arm has a top face to abut a wall and support a tile. A second support bar is movably connected to the first support bar. A second spacer arm is connected the second support bar. The first spacer arm has a bottom face to abut a wall and to support the second support bar against a tile. A lock fixes the first and the second support bars in a position with respect to each other when the lock is engaged to define a distance between the top face and the bottom face corresponding to a gap between two tiles. 112-. (canceled)13. A method of laying tile on a surface comprising:laying at least one row of lower tiles against a mortar on the surface;adjusting a plurality of tile spacers to a distance corresponding to a height of an insert panel;placing the tile spacers so that a bottom face of each tile spacer rests on a top edge of a respective one of the lower tiles;laying at least one row of upper tiles against the mortar on the surface so that a bottom edge of each upper tile rests on at least a respective one of the tile spacers;laying the insert panel between the lower and upper tiles before placing the tiles spacers;after the mortar dries, removing the adjustable spacers.14. (canceled)15. The method of claim 13 , wherein the surface is a vertical surface.16. The method of claim 13 , wherein the insert panel comprises tiles of different sized attached to a mesh hacking.17. The method of claim 13 , wherein each the spacer comprises:a first support bar;a first spacer arm connected to and extending from the first support bar, the first spacer arm having a top face to abut the vertical surface wall and support a bottom edge of an upper tile;a second support bar connected to the first support bar and movable with respect to the first support bar to obtain the distance corresponding to the height of the insert panel;a second ...

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

TOOL-LESS SWING ARM MECHANICAL EDGE SETTING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SETTING TILES AND TUNING LIPPAGE

Номер: US20170009464A1
Принадлежит:

A tile aligning and lippage tuning system that uses an under tile base reusable upright connecting tab, which is detachably connected to said under tile base, a reusable flexible edge slotted cap, configured to slip over the connecting tab and latch thereto as the cap is slid further down the connecting tab. The cap has an edge slot so that the connecting tab can be separated from the cap, by merely sliding the cap, so that the connecting tab passes through the slot. A flexible spring-like portion of the cap provides increased force on the tile, even if undesired elongation of the connecting tab occurs. 1. A tile aligning and leveling system comprising:a connecting tab having a first tab end and a second tab end, a proximal edge and a distal edge;a tile mating member, sized and configured to be placed adjacent to one of a plurality of tiles, said tile mating member being coupled to said second tab end; and a first portion and a second portion;', 'where said first portion is proximal to said first tab end and is configured to permit said rotating structure to be rotated about said connecting tab and separated from said connecting tab, while said connecting tab remains coupled to said tile mating member;', 'wherein said connecting tab has a receiving hole therein and where said rotating structure is detachably coupled to said connecting tab;', 'wherein said receiving hole is sized and configured to allow a shaft to rotate inside said receiving hole; and', 'said first portion being configured so that when rotated about said connecting tab, in a direction from said proximal edge toward said distal edge, a deflection in said second portion occurs, thereby creating a force which is applied, at a distal location with respect to said proximal edge, and across the plurality of tiles, where said force urges a said plurality of tiles in a direction away from said first tab end and toward said tile mating member., 'a rotating structure coupled to said connecting tab, the ...

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ALIGNING AND LEVELING TILE

Номер: US20170009465A1
Автор: Volponi Michele
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A tile aligning and leveling system that uses an under tile base re-usable upright connecting tab, which is detachably connected to said under tile base, a re-usable flexible edge slotted cap configured to slip over the connecting tab and latch thereto as the cap is slid further down the connecting tab. The cap has an edge slot so that the connecting tab can be separated from the cap, by merely sliding the cap, so that the connecting tab passes through the slot. A flexible spring-like portion of the cap provides increased force on the tile even if undesired elongation of the connecting tab occurs. 1. A tile alignment system comprising:{'b': '340', 'a bottom plate , configured to be placed on a back side of a plurality of adjacent structures;'}{'b': 130', '340', '162, 'a removable and reusable connecting tab operatively coupled with said bottom plate and sized with a thickness dimension and a width dimension so as to extend through a joint existing between two of said plurality of adjacent structures;'}{'b': '130', 'said connecting tab further configured to operatively cooperate with matter configured to maintain pressure to a front side of said plurality of adjacent structures, where said front side is opposite said back side; said pressure assists in reducing lippage between said plurality of adjacent structures;'}{'b': 340', '332', '130', '332, 'said bottom plate configured with rectangular shaped void therein for receiving therein a mating member of said removable and reusable connecting tab , said mating member is smaller than said rectangular shaped void;'}{'b': 342', '332, 'said bottom plate further comprising a mating portion disposed within said rectangular shaped void and is configured to provide a force resisting removal of said mating member ; and'}{'b': 342', '332, 'said mating portion , is configured to release said mating member .'}2342332342332. The system of wherein said mating portion is configured to release said mating member claim 1 , where said ...

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27-01-2022 дата публикации

LEVELLING SPACER DEVICE FOR SLABS

Номер: US20220025662A1
Автор: SIGHINOLFI Riccardo
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A levelling spacer device () for laying slab-shaped products (P) comprising: 1. A levelling spacer device for the laying of slab-shaped products for coating surfaces , comprising:at least a base having a lower surface and an opposite upper surface defining a support plane for at least two slab-shaped products placed side by side, wherein the support plane defined by the upper surface is placed at a first distance from the lower surface;a spacer bridge provided with:two legs placed side by side between each other along a flanking direction and each one rising from a respective portion of the upper portion of the base in a direction orthogonal to the support plane, wherein each leg is frangibly connected to the respective base portion by a predefined fracture line placed at a second distance from the lower surface greater than the first distance, wherein the fracture line is formed by a longitudinal cut with a longitudinal axis that is parallel to the flanking direction; anda crosspiece, which joins the top of the two legs along the flanking direction; anda through opening adapted to be crossed by a pressure wedge along a crossing direction orthogonal to the flanking direction, where-in the through opening is peripherally delimited at the top by the crosspiece of the bridge, laterally by the legs of the bridge and at the bottom by a central portion of the upper surface of the base coplanar with the support plane.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the longitudinal cut which forms the fracture line extends throughout an entire width of the respective leg.3. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the crosspiece is asymmetrical relative to the median plane of the base that is orthogonal to the crossing direction.4. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the base comprises a pair of opposite eyelets passing from the lower surface to the upper sur face that are open at the opposite distal ends by a median plane of the base orthogonal to the crossing ...

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10-01-2019 дата публикации

Transportation Brackets

Номер: US20190009809A1
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A transport bracket disclosed herein includes a support structure and at least one vertical beam which extend sin a substantially vertical direction upward from a side of the support structure. Where the bracket is configured for the transport of a door or similar objects, two beams are present with one opposite the other. A mounting plate extending horizontally from each beam. Each mounting plate defines an opening for receipt of a vertical adjustment shaft which extending through the opening and is threadingly engaged thereto. The vertical adjustment shaft has a top located vertically above the mounting plate, and a bottom located vertically below the mounting plate. A handle is operatively engaged to the top and a wheel assembly is engaged to the bottom. Rotation of the handle changes the proximity of the wheel assembly to the mounting plate. The wheel assembly has an axle extending from the vertical adjustment shaft, and at least one wheel rotatably engaged about the axle. 1. A transport bracket comprising:a support structure defining a horizontal support surface, at least one beam extending in a substantially vertical direction upward from a side of the support structure, a mounting plate extending horizontally from the at least one beam;the mounting plate defining an opening;a vertical adjustment shaft extending through the opening and being threadingly engaged thereto, the vertical adjustment shaft having a top located vertically above the mounting plate and a bottom located vertically below the mounting plate, a handle operatively engaged to the top and a wheel assembly engaged to the bottom, whereby rotation of the handle changes the proximity of the wheel assembly to the mounting plate; andthe wheel assembly comprising an axle extending from the vertical adjustment shaft, and at least one wheel rotatably engaged to the axle.2. The transport bracket of wherein the at least one beam comprises a first beam extending in the substantially vertical direction ...

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14-01-2021 дата публикации

Tile Spacing Device and Accompanying System and Method

Номер: US20210010279A1
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A tile spacing device and accompanying system and method are disclosed for spacing multiple tiles. In one embodiment, a central body has four arms extending therefrom with a releasably frangible connection. Each of the four arms has a cellular sheet structure defined by multiple cells, including at least one hexagonal cell. The central body and the four arms provide a four-tile engagement configuration. By selectively breaking and removing an arm, a three-tile engagement configuration may also be provided.

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10-01-2019 дата публикации

Drywall mud applicator wheelless control tube

Номер: US20190010712A1
Автор: Anirudh Kalbag
Принадлежит: Drywall Master Tools Inc

A drywall mud applicator wheelless control tube is provided. The drywall mud applicator wheelless control tube has a plastic component (in an embodiment) having a rubber o-ring or spring which provides pressure to a slanted cylindrical ledge protrusion which allows the control tube to slide up and down a main mud applicator tube without the need for wheels on the control tube. As a result, the wheelless control tube increases the sliding and smoothness of the control tube as it slides over the main mud applicator tube.

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09-01-2020 дата публикации

A MOISTURE-CURABLE ADHESIVE COMPOSITION AND A METHOD FOR MOUNTING TILES ON WALL SURFACES

Номер: US20200010746A1
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A moisture-curable adhesive composition comprises a polymer component selected from a silane-terminated polyalkylene oxide and/or a polyurethane; a plurality of amino-silane modified wollastonite fibers having an average aspect ratio of from about 1.5:1 to about 12:1 and an average fiber length of from about 6 μm to about 825 μm; at least two fillers, wherein one of said fillers is untreated and a second of said fillers is treated with a modifier selected from the group consisting of a fatty acid derivative, a silane, a titanate, and mixtures thereof wherein at least one of said fillers is irregularly shaped; and a rheology modifier. The composition preferably further comprises a plurality of irregularly-shaped crumb rubber particles having an average particle size of between about 0.5 to 1.5 mm. The composition is useful for adhering tiles to surfaces, especially large format tiles to substantially vertically-extending wall surfaces. 1. A moisture-curable adhesive composition comprising:a) a polymer component selected from a silane-terminated polyalkylene oxide and/or a polyurethane;b) a plurality of amino-silane modified wollastonite fibers having an average aspect ratio of from about 1.5:1 to about 12:1 and an average fiber length of from about 6 μm to about 825 μm;c) at least two fillers, wherein one of said fillers is untreated and a second of said fillers is treated with a modifier selected from the group consisting of a fatty acid derivative, a silane, a titanate, and mixtures thereof and wherein one of said fillers has an average particle size of between about 1.5 μm and about 10 μm and a second of said fillers has an average particle size of between about 0.1 μm and about 1.3 μm, wherein at least one of said fillers is irregularly shaped;d) a rheology modifier.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the polymer component is the silane-terminated polyalkylene oxide and is present in an amount of about 5 to about 40% by weight.3. The composition of claim 2 , ...

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17-01-2019 дата публикации

FORMLINER FOR FORMING A PATTERN IN CURABLE MATERIAL AND METHOD OF USE

Номер: US20190016012A1
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Features for formliners to form a decorative pattern in a curable material and methods of using the same are disclosed. An improved formliner is disclosed with substantially seamlessly connecting components that reduces the need for using adhesives for interconnecting a plurality of formliners in a pattern. Further, the formliner is configured to reduce and/or substantially eliminate visible seams in order to create a more natural appearance in a finished product of the curable material. 1. A formliner for creating a pattern in curable material , the formliner comprising:a cell comprising a contact surface configured to face curable material in use, the contact surface comprising a decorative pattern to be created in the curable material, the decorative pattern comprising a varying depth; an overlapping section connected with the cell and comprising a first rib edge, the overlapping section configured to face the curable material in use; and', 'an overlapped section connected with the cell and comprising a second rib edge, at least a portion of the overlapping section configured to overlay onto at least a portion of the overlapped section; and, 'a rib system comprising a plurality of ribs extending along the cell and forming at least a part of a boundary of the cell, the plurality of ribs comprisinga channel extending along at least a portion of the boundary of the cell, the channel extending into the cell at least an extent of the varying depth of the decorative pattern at the boundary of the cell,wherein at least a portion of the first rib edge extends into the channel when the at least a portion of the overlapping section overlays onto the at least a portion of the overlapped section, andwherein the second rib edge extends along the boundary of the cell and toward a support surface to provide structural support to the overlapped section and the overlapping section when the at least a portion of the overlapping section overlays onto the at least a portion of the ...

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17-04-2014 дата публикации

Drywall Repair Kit

Номер: US20140102041A1
Автор: Howard James
Принадлежит: Individual

The subject matter disclosed and claimed herein, in one aspect thereof, is a portable drywall/plaster repair kit comprised of at least one pencil like structure comprised of a first end and a second end; a sharpener for sharpening at least one of said first end and said second end; and a cutting device for scoring or cutting the sharpened first or second end. The drywall/plaster repair kit eliminates the waiting time typically associated with other drywall/plaster repair methods and devices, and enables a user to repair a hole in drywall and/or plaster with a single application, thereby saving time.

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17-01-2019 дата публикации

Drywall And Cement Board Seam Improvement

Номер: US20190017280A1
Автор: Mineo Samuel Joseph
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A system and method for installing drywall and other sheet materials faster, and with seam improvement providing a better fit, durability, and finish. It employs a device having a wide rear stud connecting member and a narrower front retaining member in parallel orientation with one another. A middle rib separates the two members, creating two open-ended tracks extending away from the rib that may be angled relative to one another 180-degrees or less for differing applications, including butt joints, inside corners, and outside corners, with 180-degree angulation employed in butt joints. Stud connecting members preferably have lateral pre-formed fastener holes, and after being mounted to a stud/joist or other structural support, when edge portions of different sheets are inserted into each track, the sheets cover/conceal from view all fasteners used to mount the device. Thus, fewer coats of mud are required in seams, reducing sheet installation labor and material expense.

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17-01-2019 дата публикации

Efficient installation electrical hardware system and method of use

Номер: US20190020183A1
Автор: Hitchman Stephen A.
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An improved installation system for electrical hardware, such as power outlets, electrical switches, light fittings, ceiling fans and the like, whereby the cutting of their installation access holes in drywall panels is accomplished much faster than prior art methods and with a high degree of accuracy by the use of the hole cutting system, comprising the magnetic block assembly, corresponding magnetic template assembly and the hole cutter. In conjunction with the aforementioned; the electrical hardware's associated electrical boxes are wired directly to their electrical supply and the hardware is in turn, electrically connected to them by their respective sets of electrical terminals which make simultaneous contact with each other upon their installation. Additionally, the latching pawl mechanism and alignment device supports the weight of heavy light fittings and ceiling fans and aligns their electrical connections while they're being fixed into their installed position. These features taken together make this improved installation system substantially superior to all prior art. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. A wiring device installation system , comprising: a handle; and', 'cutting edges positionable on an exterior surface of a wall, the cutting edges being dimensioned and arranged to cut a hole through the wall upon delivery of an impact force through the handle;, 'a hole cutter having'} wherein the electrical box assembly includes a first plurality of terminals and is dimensioned and arranged for coupling to the building structure before or after delivery of the impact force, and', 'wherein the hole cutter is operable, prior to or after securing of the electrical box assembly to the building structure, to cut a hole in a wall secured to the building structure; and, 'an electrical box assembly securable to a building structure,'} a bracket insertable through a hole cut by the hole cutter, the bracket being ...

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

Caulk Gun Attachment For Wiping Excess Caulk

Номер: US20220040727A1
Принадлежит: Caulk Garbage Can LLC

A caulk wiping attachment for a caulk gun includes a tube having at least one open end for providing a circular wiping edge. The tube can be attached directly to a barrel of the caulk gun or to a disposable caulk cartridge installed into the barrel of the caulk gun. The tube can be cylindrical with an annular cross section. The tube can be attached to the caulk cartridge using a sleeve slipped over the caulk cartridge, the tube being attached to an outside of the sleeve. A disposable liner or cup can be held within the tube.

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28-01-2016 дата публикации

DRYWALL SHEET REMOVAL TOOL

Номер: US20160024807A1
Автор: RAYMOND Paul Gregoire
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Disclosed herein are drywall sheet removal tools, comprising: a handle; and a plurality of tines; wherein an angle between a line of the handle and a plane defined by the plurality of tines is between 45° and 90°. Also disclosed are methods of removing a drywall sheet from a wall, the method comprising: creating an opening along the width of the drywall sheet; inserting a plurality of tines of a drywall sheet removing tool of claim 1 into the opening, such that the plurality of tines straddle a stud; and moving a handle of the tool in a direction opposite to a direction the tines are pointing. 1. A drywall sheet removal tool , comprising:a handle; anda plurality of tines;wherein an angle between a line of the handle and a plane defined by the plurality of tines is between 45° and 90°.2. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the tool comprises two tines.3. The tool of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of tines is flat.4. The tool of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of tines comprises a sharp bladed edge.5. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of tines are connected to a cross bar.6. The tool of claim 5 , wherein the handle is connected to the cross bar at an angle point.7. The tool of claim 6 , wherein the angle point is curved.8. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the angle between the line of the handle and the plane defined by the plurality of tines is 90°.9. A method of removing a drywall sheet from a wall claim 1 , the method comprising:creating an opening along the width of the drywall sheet;{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'inserting a plurality of tines of a drywall sheet removing tool of into the opening, such that the plurality of tines straddle a stud; and'}moving a handle of the tool in a direction opposite to a direction the tines are pointing. The present invention is in the field of tools, specifically home building tools.During home remodeling and/or repairs, it becomes necessary to remove the old drywall sheets from the walls. ...

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26-01-2017 дата публикации

FORMING DEVICE AND CONSTRUCTION METHOD USING FORMING DEVICE

Номер: US20170022721A1
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A forming device for forming an adhesive composition into a ridged shape in a laying surface on which tiles are laid including: a stationary blade in which a plurality of plate-shaped tongue parts are disposed in a planar fashion and the respective base ends of the tongue parts are linearly arranged with a gap having a predetermined length therebetween; a main body which secures the stationary blade and is disposed on the stationary blade so as to be movable sideways while pressing the stationary blade from above; a storage space which is defined on the underside of the main body and on the traveling direction side of the lateral movement of the stationary blade; and a weir member which is affixed to the main body or the stationary blade so as to be movable relative to the stationary blade. 1. A forming apparatus for forming an upper surface of adhesive substance in a ridge-and-groove shape , after movement of the forming apparatus , on a laying surface by moving the forming apparatus over the laying surface on which a tile is laid , comprising:a stationary blade configured such that a plurality of flat tongue parts extending in an extending direction from respective base ends to respective tip ends are connected respectively with a space of a predetermined gap by the stationary blade as positions of the tip ends are aligned and both tip and base ends of the respective tongue parts are lined up in a same direction wherein the plurality of tongue parts are aligned in a plane and linearly in a direction substantially perpendicular to the extending direction, and that two neighboring tongue parts having the predetermined gap therebetween among the plurality of tongue parts are connected on a side of the respective base ends by the stationary blade;a main body securing the stationary blade, extending in the direction substantially perpendicular to the extending direction, and having a grasping portion provided with a workspace therearound so as to be capable of being ...

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

Modular tile organization systems

Номер: US20220042326A1
Автор: Armon Jahanshahi
Принадлежит: Individual

Modular tile organization systems for use on a support surface. The systems include a dock and a plurality of tiles. The dock has a rear surface facing the support surface and a front surface. The dock is configured to abut the support surface with the front surface facing a user. The tiles are configured to be selectively fixed to the front surface of the dock in selected positions. The tiles include a tile body, a top, and a tile magnet. The tile body abuts the dock and defines a tile cavity. The top is disposed on the tile body, covers the tile cavity, and has a top surface. The tile magnet is disposed in the tile cavity and configured to magnetically couple the dock. The top surface is configured to be selectively marked and erased.

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24-01-2019 дата публикации

Painting Tool

Номер: US20190024391A1
Автор: Chin-Chen Huang
Принадлежит: Individual

A painting tool includes a body having a gripping portion, an abutting portion, and a projecting board. The gripping portion is located on a first side of the body and protrudes from an upper surface of the body. The abutting portion is formed on a bottom surface of the body and protrudes from a bottom of the gripping portion toward a second side of the body. The projecting board protrudes from the bottom surface of the gripping portion toward the second side of the body. A coupling groove is defined between the projecting board and the abutting portion and has an opening facing the second side of the body. A knife board includes a first side having a coupling portion coupled with the coupling groove. A levelling portion is formed on a second side of the knife board.

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23-01-2020 дата публикации

System for placing objects on a surface and method thereof

Номер: US20200024853A1
Принадлежит: ETH SINGAPORE SEC LTD

A system for placing objects on a surface. The system may include a base, a robotic arm coupled, at an end thereof, to the base, an end effector coupled to the other end of the robotic arm. The end effector may be configured for releaseably coupling to an object to be placed on the surface. The system may further include one or more sensor units on a sensor frame. The one or more sensor units may be configured for sensing a two-dimensional profile data including at least two two-dimensional profiles together comprising at least three boundary portions of the object to be placed and at least three boundary portions of objects on the surface. At least two of the three boundary portions of the object to be placed may be from substantially non-parallel sides. At least two of the three boundary portions of the objects on the surface may be from substantially non-parallel sides. The system may further include a processor configured to determine at least three degrees of freedom of the object to be placed with respect to the sensor frame and six degrees of freedom of the sensor frame with respect to the objects on the surface in a three-dimensional space for determining a current pose of the object to be placed with respect to the objects on the surface based on the two-dimensional profile data. Further, the system may be configured to place the object based on differences between the current pose and a desired pose of the object to be placed determined from a model of objects on the surface in the three-dimensional space.

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28-01-2021 дата публикации

DEVICES AND METHODS FOR MOUNTING DOOR FRAMES

Номер: US20210025219A1
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The present invention relates to a door frame, particularly a door frame for a pre-hung door assembly, which is foldable to minimize storage space and to allow for enhanced logistic efficiencies. The door frame contains parallel, spaced apart, vertical jambs and a horizontal header connecting the top ends of the jambs. Each of the jambs and the horizontal header contains a front section and back section that are hingedly joined so that then can be folded on to each other. The hingedly joined front and back sections allow the door fame to be foldable to minimize space occupied during storage. 1. A door frame , comprising: a hinge side jambs parallel a lock side jambs , and header jambs , said hinge side and lock side jambs being spaced apart and vertically extending , said horizontal header jamb connected to top ends of the hinge side and lock side jambs , each of the jambs has a front section and an adjacent back section , said front and back sections being joined by a hinge so that said front sections and said back sections are configured to be folded onto each other.2. The frame of claim 1 , wherein said jambs have a reduced thickness portion forming said hinge.3. The frame of claim 2 , wherein each of said jambs comprises plastic or composite material.4. The frame of claim 1 , wherein said hinge is a tape claim 1 , a strap claim 1 , or a bifold hinge.5. The frame of claim 1 , wherein said hinge side jamb and said lock side jamb comprise polymer composite or wood composite.6. The frame of claim 1 , wherein said hinge is configured to allow each front section to be folded onto the associated back section.7. The frame of claim 1 , wherein said hinge side jamb and said lock side jamb are flat jambs.8. The frame of claim 1 , wherein each back section of each of said hinge side jamb claim 1 , lock side jamb claim 1 , and a horizontal header has an attached or integral door stop.9. The frame of claim 8 , wherein each front section and associated back section are secured ...

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02-02-2017 дата публикации

KITCHEN CABINET INSTALLATION DEVICE

Номер: US20170030092A1
Автор: Young Ronald
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A kitchen cabinet installation device to install upper wall cabinets and suspended cabinets is provided. The kitchen cabinet installation device of the present invention is a lightweight box for easy transportation and to provide an easy and quick installation procedure with precision and make the installation procedure a one man job. The kitchen cabinet installation device includes a box having a base and a cap, and a double scissor jack installed into the box. The box features rails with rollers to provide a smooth movement of the jack. The jack includes a lead screw. By cabinet installation the object is placed on the cap and is lifted by turning the knob in lead screw and held during the installation in a secure position. 1. A kitchen cabinet installation device comprising:a. a rectangular base part having an inner surface, an outer surface and two sidewalls;b. a pair of vertically extending scissor columns each having a bottom end adapted to engage with said base part and an upper end adapted to be attached underneath a top cap, wherein each of said scissor columns including at least one pair of arms which are pivotally movable relative to one another between a folded position and an unfolded position;c. a plurality of cross elements coupling said scissor columns together for cooperative vertical movement; andd. a knob screw mechanism mechanically coupled with at least said two cross elements placed horizontally to each other for applying a force in a horizontal direction for unfolding the base part from the folded position to the unfolded position.2. The kitchen cabinet installation device of claim 1 , wherein said base part further having a pair of rails mounted on said sidewalls to be engaged with said bottom end of said scissor columns to enhance the movement of one said arm of said scissor columns.3. The kitchen cabinet installation device of claim 1 , wherein said top cap further having a pair of rails mounted on said sidewalls to be engaged with said ...

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04-02-2016 дата публикации

BOARD/TILE SPACER AND ASSOCIATED PACKAGE ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20160032598A1
Автор: Anderson Ronald Scott
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A spacer member for spacing boards or tiles includes a plurality of spacing wings extending from a core, where at least two of the spacing wings are movably connected to the core such that the spacer member has both a working configuration and a collapsed configuration. 1. A spacer member for spacing boards or tiles , the spacer comprising:a hub;first, second, third and fourth spacing wings extending from the hub, at least the first spacing wing and the second spacing wing are movably connected to the hub such that the spacer member has both a working configuration and a collapsed configuration.2. The spacer member of claim 1 , wherein:the first spacing wing and the second spacing wing extend from substantially opposite sides of the hub;the third spacing wing and the fourth spacing wing extend from substantially opposite sides of the hub;in the working configuration the first spacing wing and the second spacing wing extend substantially parallel to each other, the third spacing wing and fourth spacing wing extend substantially parallel to each other, and the first spacing wing and the second spacing wing each extend substantially perpendicular to the third spacing wing and the fourth spacing wing;in the collapsed configuration, the third spacing wing and fourth spacing wing extend substantially parallel to each other, the first spacing wing is positioned alongside one of the third spacing wing or the fourth spacing wing, and the second spacing wing is positioned alongside one of the third spacing wing or the fourth spacing wing.3. The spacer member of claim 1 , wherein:the first spacing wing and the second spacing wing extend from substantially opposite sides of the hub;the third spacing wing and the fourth spacing wing extend from substantially opposite sides of the hub;in the working configuration the first spacing wing is spaced apart from both the third spacing wing and the fourth spacing wing, and the second spacing wing is spaced apart from both the third ...

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

Devices for levelling covering parts

Номер: US20180030742A1
Автор: Raul LAZARO FLORENSA
Принадлежит: Germans Boada SA

The invention relates to a levelling device comprising a first substantially flat body ( 1 ), provided with an appendage ( 11 ), in the top part, which has, on a first end, close to the first body ( 1 ), a first fracture zone ( 12 ) for the separation thereof from the first body ( 1 ) and, on a second end, at a distance from the first body ( 1 ), a hook ( 13 ) for attaching an actuating tool and a second fracture zone ( 15 ) with a lower fracture resistance than that of the first fracture zone ( 12 ); and a second, upper body ( 2 ) containing a passage ( 21 ) for mounting said body on the appendage ( 11 ) such that it can move into an operative position in which it presses the covering parts (P) against the first body ( 1 ).

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17-02-2022 дата публикации

Mortise Jig Assembly

Номер: US20220049530A1
Автор: Moe Malcolm
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A mortise jig assembly includes a block that is longitudinally elongated. The block has plurality of mortises therein and the block is clamped to a face of a door such that selected ones the mortises is aligned with an edge of the door. A jig panel is provided and the jig panel is positionable against the edge of the door to engage respective ones of the mortises thereby retaining the jig panel at a selected location on the edge of the door. The jig panel has a guide hole therein thereby facilitating the guide hole to be aligned with a preferred location to cut a hinge recess in the edge of the door. A pair of bolts is each extendable through the jig panel and the block for attaching the jig panel to the block. 1. A mortise jig assembly for accurately positioning a recess in a door edge for a hinge plate , said assembly comprising:a block being longitudinally elongated, said block having a first set of mortises, a second set of mortises, a third set of mortises and a fourth set of mortises, each of said first set mortises, said second set of mortises, said third set of mortises and said fourth set of mortises having a unique offset distance with respect to each other, said block being clamped to a face of a door having said block being aligned with an edge of the door such that a selected one of said first set of mortises, said second set of mortises, said third set of mortises or said fourth set of mortises is aligned with the edge of the door;a jig panel having a plurality of jig mortises being recessed therein, said jig panel being positionable against the edge of the door having said jig mortises engaging respective ones of said first set of mortises, said second set of mortises, said third set of mortises or said fourth set of mortises in said block thereby retaining said jig panel at a selected location on the edge of the door, said jig panel having a guide hole therein thereby facilitating said guide hole to be aligned with a preferred location to cut a hinge ...

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30-01-2020 дата публикации

INSTALLATION FEATURES FOR FENESTRATION UNITS AND ASSOCIATED METHODS

Номер: US20200032527A1
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Features and methods for use in connection with the installation of fenestration units. Embodiments include an installation bracket and method of use, pre-installed flashing tape, and a shim that can be broken to a desired length during shimming procedures. 1. An installation bracket base for use with a fenestration unit , comprising:a fastening portion configured to be fastened to a frame of a fenestration unit;a tongue deflectably coupled to the fastening portion, wherein the tongue defines a shim receiver gap extending between an exterior-facing side and an interior-facing side of the installation bracket between the tongue and the fastening portion.2. The installation bracket base of and further including a leg deflectably coupling the tongue to the fastening portion.3. The installation bracket base of and further including two spaced-apart legs deflectably coupling the tongue to the fastening portion claim 1 , wherein the two legs define a slot and wherein the shim receiver gap extends through the slot.4. The installation bracket base of and further including one or more fastener openings in the fastener portion.5. The installation bracket base of wherein the base is fabricated from single piece of material.6. The installation bracket base of and further including an anchoring bracket extending from the fastening portion and configured to be anchored to a structure.7. The installation bracket base and anchoring bracket of wherein the anchoring bracket is hingedly connected to the base; and claim 6 , the anchoring bracket includes a two space-apart legs defining a gap claim 6 , and wherein the shim receiver gap extends through the gap between the legs of the anchoring bracket.8. The installation bracket and base of wherein the anchoring bracket is hingedly connected to the exterior-facing side of the installation bracket base.9. A fenestration unit including one of more of the installation brackets in accordance with mounted thereto.10. An installation bracket ...

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30-01-2020 дата публикации

AUTOMATED DRYWALL PLANNING SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20200032528A1
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An automated drywalling system network that including one or more automated drywalling systems that each has a robotic arm. The automated drywalling system network can also include a computational planner that generates instructions for the one or more automated drywalling systems to perform two or more drywalling tasks associated with a target wall assembly. The two or more drywalling tasks can include a hanging task that includes hanging pieces of drywall on studs of the target wall assembly; a mudding task that includes applying joint compound to pieces of drywall hung on studs of the target wall assembly; a sanding task that includes sanding joint compound applied to the pieces of drywall hung on studs of the target wall assembly; and a painting task that includes painting sanded the joint compound applied to the pieces of drywall hung on studs of the target wall assembly. 1. An automated drywalling system network comprising:one or more automated drywalling systems that each comprise a positioning stage;a first network communications device to communicate with the one or more automated drywalling systems within a network; and generates instructions for the one or more automated drywalling systems to perform two or more drywalling tasks associated with a target wall assembly, the two or more drywalling tasks including:', 'a sanding task that includes sanding specific areas of joint compound applied to pieces of drywall hung on studs of the target wall assembly, with the specific areas being at least associated in part with a mudding task, the sanding task being based at least in part on a plan for a configuration of a plurality of drywall pieces to be disposed on studs of the target wall assembly, and based at least in part on determining that the joint compound is dried or cured; and', 'a painting task that includes painting at least sanded portions of the specific areas of the joint compound applied to the pieces of drywall hung on studs of the target wall ...

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04-02-2021 дата публикации

Unfaced Insulation Tool Assembly

Номер: US20210032882A1
Автор: Fogel Chad
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An unfaced insulation tool assembly for installing unfaced insulation includes a pole. A handle is provided that has an open end and a closed end. The open end insertably receives the first end of the pole. A fork is coupled to the closed end of the handle. In this way the fork can engage unfaced insulation for installing the unfaced insulation on a vertical plane. 1. An unfaced insulation tool assembly being configured to install unfaced insulation in a wall , said assembly comprising:a pole, said pole having a first end;a handle having an open end and a closed end, said open end insertably receiving said first end of said pole; anda fork being coupled to said closed end of said handle wherein said fork is configured to engage unfaced insulation for installing the unfaced insulation on a vertical plane, said fork having a primary end and a secondary end, said secondary end having a plurality of slots each extending toward said primary end, said slots being spaced apart from each other to define a plurality of tines on said secondary end, each of said tines tapering to a point wherein each of said tines is configured to pierce the unfaced insulation for manipulating the unfaced insulation, said primary end of said fork being coupled to said closed end of said handle, said plurality of tines including a central tine and a pair of outer tines, said points of each of said tines being aligned linearly perpendicular to a central longitudinal axis of said handle, said point of said central tine being positioned on said central longitudinal axis, said fork being planar and positioned to extend along said central longitudinal axis of said handle.2. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said pole has an outer surface claim 1 , said outer surface having a threaded portion being positioned adjacent to said first end.3. (canceled)4. An unfaced insulation tool assembly being configured to install unfaced insulation in a wall claim 1 , said assembly comprising:a pole having ...

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04-02-2021 дата публикации

TILE SPACER

Номер: US20210032883A1
Автор: BYER Ronald Lee
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A tile spacer includes a head and a base having a top surface and a beveled edge that bevels from the top surface. The head is provided on the base and projects in a projection direction perpendicular to the top surface of the base. The tile space may also include at least one opening formed on the top surface of the base. The opening of the base may partially or fully extend through the base in a direction parallel to the projection direction of the head. 1. A tile spacer , comprising:a head; anda base having a top surface and a beveled edge that bevels from the top surface, whereinthe head is provided on the base and projects in a projection direction perpendicular to the top surface of the base.2. The tile spacer according to claim 1 , whereinthe base includes at least one opening formed on the top surface, andthe at least one opening of the base partially or fully extends through the base in a direction parallel to the projection direction of the head.3. The tile spacer according to claim 1 , whereinthe head is a cylindrical projection or a rectangular pillar projection.4. The tile spacer according to claim 3 , whereinthe head has a width that defines a distance between two tiles installed on the tile spacer.5. The tile spacer according to claim 4 , whereinthe width of the head is in a range greater than zero (0) to one (1) inch.6. The tile spacer according to claim 1 , whereinthe top surface of the base is configured to contact a bottom of a tile when the tile spacer is installed under the tile.7. The tile spacer according to claim 1 , whereinthe base is in an elongated plate having a first end and a second end,each of the first end and the second end is provided with the beveled edge.8. The tile spacer according to claim 7 , whereina length of the base is in a range of ¾ and three (3) inches.9. The tile spacer according to claim 7 , whereina width of the base is in a range of ¾ and three (3) inches.10. The tile spacer according to claim 1 , whereinan angle of ...

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04-02-2021 дата публикации

CONFIGURABLE TILE LEVELER

Номер: US20210032884A1
Автор: Mendiluza Raunier
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For leveling tiles, a tile leveler includes a base, a plurality of joint spacers, and two or more break lines. The brake lines are formed in the base along planar axes. Each joint spacer is within a subdivision distance of a break line. Each joint spacer adjacent to a given break line is on a spacer side of the given break line, and the break lines divide the base into sections. 1. A tile leveler comprising:{'b': '11', 'a base ;'}{'b': '13', 'a plurality of joint spacers ; and'}{'b': 15', '11', '19', '13', '15', '13', '15', '31', '15', '15', '11', '17, 'two or more break lines formed in the base along planar axes , wherein each joint spacer is within a subdivision distance of a break line , each joint spacer adjacent to a given break line is on a spacer side of the given break line , and the break lines divide the base into sections .'}211211521. The tile leveler of claim 1 , the base further comprising two or more radial trenches claim 1 , wherein each break line is disposed in a radial trench .31123. The tile leveler of claim 1 , the base further comprising one or more circular trenches .41125. The tile leveler of claim 1 , the base further comprising two or more mortar passages .5252123. The tile leveler of claim 4 , wherein each mortar passage is disposed in a radial trench and/or a circular trench .61529. The tile leveler of claim 1 , wherein the two or more break lines comprise a segment of base material thinned to a break thickness the range of 1.0 to 1.5 millimeters.71511. The tile leveler of claim 6 , wherein the two or more break lines are formed as an angled trench in the base .811. The tile leveler of claim 1 , wherein the base is circular.913. The tile leveler of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of joint spacers are an isosceles trapezoid.1013. The tile leveler of claim 9 , wherein the plurality of joint spacers are stackable. This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/881,481 entitled “CONFIGURABLE TILE LEVELER” and filed on ...

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09-02-2017 дата публикации

Alignment tool, system and method for the connection of wind turbine tower segments

Номер: US20170037651A1
Принадлежит: Vestas Wind Systems AS

The application relates to an alignment tool ( 200 ) for the alignment of a pair of vertical flanges for the connection of the longitudinal edges of adjacent segments of a cylindrical section of a wind turbine tower, and to a system and method utilising one or more such alignment tools ( 200 ). The alignment tool comprises mounting means ( 202 ) for connecting the alignment tool to a portion of a vertical flange of a tower segment; and a longitudinal alignment head ( 204 ) for aligning the vertical flange with an op posing vertical flange of an adjacent tower segment. The alignment head ( 204 ) comprises a front portion ( 218 ) extending in a forwards direction from the mounting means ( 202 ), the front portion ( 218 ) comprising a lower guiding surface ( 222 ) adapted to abut with a top guiding edge of the opposing vertical flange or a bracket or tool mounted thereon and to guide the alignment head ( 204 ) over the top edge of the opposing flange, bracket or tool as the vertical flanges are brought towards each other during connection of the adjacent tower segments.

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08-02-2018 дата публикации

PLASTERING MACHINE HAVING FOLDABLE UPRIGHT RAIL

Номер: US20180038119A1
Автор: WANG Jianhu

A plastering machine having foldable upright rails includes a base (), upright rails (), and a plastering pedestal (), wherein the upright rails () are mounted on the base (). The upright rails () include a first left rail piece () and a second left rail piece () which are connected to each other by a first left rail articulation piece () and a second left rail articulation piece (). The right rail () includes a first right rail piece () and a second right rail piece () which are connected to each other by a first right rail articulation piece () and a second right rail articulation piece (). The left rail () and the right rail () can ordinarily be in a folded state. The plastering machine has a simple structure, and is convenient to carry and operate, and has a high construction efficiency. 1. A plastering machine having foldable upright rails , comprisinga base;a plurality of upright rails; anda plastering machine pedestal;whereinthe plurality of upright rails are mounted on the base;the plurality of upright rails include a left rail and a right rail;the left rail includes at least a first left rail piece and a second left rail piece;the right rail includes at least a first right rail piece and a second right rail piece;the first left rail piece is mounted on the base;the second left rail piece is located downstream with respect to the first left rail piece along an ascending direction of the plastering machine pedestal;the second left rail piece is capable of rotating around a longitudinal tail end of the first left rail piece with respect to the first left rail piece;the first right rail piece is also mounted on the base;the second right rail piece is located downstream with respect to the first right rail piece along the ascending direction of the plastering machine pedestal;the second right rail piece is capable of rotating around a longitudinal tail end of the first right rail piece with respect to the first right rail piece;each of the first left rail piece, ...

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24-02-2022 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR HANGING DOORS

Номер: US20220056708A1
Автор: Hayes Robert Stanley
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A door hanging apparatus includes a base for ground contact. A height adjustment bracket is located above the base and includes a lifting platform for supporting an underside of a door. A leadscrew assembly, including a leadscrew, interconnects the base and the height adjustment bracket. The leadscrew assembly operates to vary spacing between the base and the height adjustment bracket in response to rotation of the leadscrew. 119-. (canceled)20. A door hanging apparatus including:a ground contacting base;a height adjustment bracket located above the ground contacting base, the height adjustment bracket including a door lifting platform for supporting an underside of a door and a hole through which a leadscrew passes;a leadscrew assembly including the leadscrew, the leadscrew assembly interconnecting the ground contacting base and the height adjustment bracket arranged to vary spacing between the ground contacting base and the height adjustment bracket in response to rotation of the leadscrew of the leadscrew assembly; andat least two guides extending parallel with the leadscrew from the ground contacting base through respective one or more openings formed through the height adjustment bracket, each guide having a lower fixed end and an upper free end;whereby rotation of the leadscrew varies spacing of the height adjustment bracket from the ground contacting base, without pivoting of said height adjustment bracket relative to the ground contacting base, for acquiring a desired level of the door for attachment to a door frame.21. The apparatus according to claim 20 , wherein the leadscrew assembly includes a thrust collar fast with the base which receives a point of the leadscrew claim 20 , wherein the thrust collar is fast with the ground contacting base claim 20 , and wherein the leadscrew is free to rotate within the thrust collar.22. The apparatus according to claim 21 , wherein the point of the leadscrew is capped using a friction reduction cap.23. The apparatus ...

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24-02-2022 дата публикации

RAINSCREEN INSTALLATION TOOL AND METHOD

Номер: US20220056709A1
Автор: Preston Beau D.
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A rainscreen panel may be installed using tools for spacing, positioning, and attaching the rainscreen to a supporting structure. A rainscreen installation tool may have a first short leg and a second and third long leg extending from a center. One of the long legs may be orthogonal to the short leg and the other parallel to the short leg. The rainscreen installation tool may also have a fourth short leg extending from the center which is orthogonal to the first short leg. One or more of the rainscreen installation tools may be positioned with one of the short legs between an installed rainscreen panel and new rainscreen panel so that the new panel is appropriately spaced from the installed rainscreen panel. A fastener may be positioned at an edge of the rainscreen installation tool in order to secure the new rainscreen panel to the supporting structure. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. A method for installing a rainscreen panel using rainscreen installation tools , the method comprising:providing identical first and second rainscreen installation tools each having a first short leg extending from its center, a second long leg orthogonal to the first leg and extending from its center, and a third long leg parallel to the first short leg and orthogonal to the second leg and extending from its center;positioning the first tool in a joint between an installed rainscreen panel and a new rainscreen panel such that the first short leg rests against the installed rainscreen panel and an end of the first short leg is in contact with a supporting structure, the second leg rests against a vertical side of the new rainscreen panel, and the third leg rests between the horizontal sides of the installed rainscreen panel and the new rainscreen panel;positioning the second tool in the joint between the installed rainscreen panel and the new rainscreen panel so that its first short leg is inserted into the joint causing the second leg to rest flush against the new rainscreen panel and ...

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24-02-2022 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR LEVELING AND ALIGNING TILES AND METHOD FOR LEVELING AND ALIGNING TILES

Номер: US20220056711A1
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A device for leveling and aligning tiles and method for leveling and aligning tiles are disclosed. In one embodiment, the leveling device includes a body and two spaced and parallel strip members extending transversely from the body. Each of the spaced and parallel strip members extend to the front and rear of the body. Two opposing lateral open windows are formed in the body. A breakaway section is defined along the body. A wedge device is provided for penetrating one or more of the two opposing lateral open windows and exerting a force on the tiles for leveling them relative to each other. 1. A tile leveling device comprising:a body defining an opening, the body having a front and a rear;a base orthogonally coupled to the body, the base having spaced first, second, third, and fourth bars extending transversely from the body, the spaced first and second bars extending to the front and outward of the body and the spaced third and fourth bars extending to the rear and outward of the body;each of the spaced first, second, third, and fourth bars tapering from a thick end proximate and subjacent to the body to a thin end having an edge;at least one breakaway section defined along the body at the base;a first notch formed between the spaced first and second bars;a second notch formed between the spaced third and fourth bars; and{'claim-text': 'a backstop member, and', '#text': 'a wedge device comprising:'}a wedge member extending from the backstop member, the wedge member having a tapered surface penetrating the opening.2. The tile leveling device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the spaced first claim 1 , second claim 1 , third claim 1 , and fourth bars taper upwards.3. The tile leveling device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the spaced first claim 1 , second claim 1 , third claim 1 , and fourth bars taper upwards in an arcuate fashion to define respective four points of contact for two claim 1 , three claim 1 , and four tiles.4. The tile leveling device as recited in ...

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24-02-2022 дата публикации

Panel Installation Assist Device

Номер: US20220057204A1
Автор: Steve MORSE
Принадлежит: Individual

A panel installation assist device for supporting one end of a panel during installation includes a bar, which has a set of holes extending therethrough from a first face thereof. Respective holes are selectively alignable with studs or rafters. Mounting hardware inserted through the holes mounts the bar to the studs or the rafters. The bar has a set of orifices positioned therethrough, each of which has a spirit bubble tube positioned therein, which is engaged to the bar. Respective spirit bubble tubes indicate an orientation of a longitudinal axis of the bar relative to horizontal and vertical. A notch extends into the bar from a first edge thereof and the first face, and between opposed ends of the bar. The notch is configured for insertion of an edge of a panel so that one end of the panel is supported by the bar to facilitate installation of the panel.

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06-02-2020 дата публикации

CORNER FLASHING SYSTEM

Номер: US20200040639A1
Автор: Summy Gene
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A corner flashing system is provided for sealing the corners of recessed window frames against moisture penetration. In a preferred embodiment, the system comprises first and second double-flap members, a half-cube member, and caulking. The first and second double-flap members, and the half-cube member are preferably made of asphalt or petroleum based material. In another preferred embodiment, the system comprises one double-flap member, a modified half-cube member, and caulking. In another preferred embodiment, the system comprises a single member that combines a double-flap member and a half-cube member, and caulking. In another preferred embodiment, the system comprises a combination member, a double-flap member, and caulking. 1. A method of flashing a recessed framed wall condition in a building wall , the framed wall condition including an inner frame and an outer frame , the method comprising the steps of:securing a flexible flashing member generally in a corner of the outer frame of the building wall such that a vertical seating flange of the flashing member contacts a generally vertical surface of the outer frame, a horizontal seating flange of the flashing member contacts a generally horizontal surface of the outer frame, a front seating flange of the flashing member contacts an outer front surface of the outer frame, and a rear seating flange of the flashing member contacts a front surface of the inner frame of the building wall.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the flashing member is folded before being secured to the outer frame such that the front seating flange extends from at least one of the vertical seating flange and the horizontal seating flange at approximately 90 degrees.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the step of securing another flashing member generally in a corner of the inner frame of the building wall claim 1 , such that a vertical seating flange of the another member contacts a generally vertical surface of the inner frame ...

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18-02-2021 дата публикации

Device for Leveling and Aligning Tiles and Method for Leveling and Aligning Tiles

Номер: US20210047844A1
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A device for leveling and aligning tiles and a method for leveling and aligning tiles are disclosed. In one embodiment of the tile leveling device, a body defines a viewing opening. A base is orthogonally coupled to the body with a base to body coupling including a frangible breakaway section. The base and the body are integral prior to frangible separation and the frangible breakaway section, upon breaking, frangibly separates the body from the base. Respective arms are moveably connected to the body opposite the base. Each of the arms may operate from an open position to a closed position where the arm releasably mates one or more tiles. 1. A tile leveling device comprising:a body;a base orthogonally coupled to the body, the base extending to a front of the body and the base extending to a rear of the body;a base to body coupling including a frangible breakaway section, the base and the body being integral prior to frangible separation, the frangible breakaway section, upon breaking, frangibly separating the body from the base;a first arm moveably connected to the body opposite the base by a central connection member, the first arm pivoting between an open position and a closed position, in the closed position, the first arm being configured to pivot downward and contact a tile for tile leveling;a second arm moveably connected to the body opposite the base by the central connection member, the second arm pivoting between the open position and the closed position, in the closed position, the second arm being configured to pivot downward and contact the tile for tile leveling; andin response to the closed position, an upper span from the first arm at the pivot downward through the central connection member to the second arm at the pivot downward is greater than a lower span between the first arm at tile contact and the second arm at tile contact.2. The tile leveling device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first arm further comprises a flush end having a tab ...

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16-02-2017 дата публикации

FLUORESCENT BUILDING PRODUCT AND RELATED DETECTION METHOD

Номер: US20170044062A1
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A method of making an identifiable gypsum-based building product, includes incorporating a suitable amount of an optically identifiable marker into the product to be sensed by a conventional detecting device; applying the product with the marker in a conventional manner in the course of building construction, creating a finished building product; and analyzing the finished building product and optically detecting the presence of the marker in real time onsite. 1. A method of making an identifiable gypsum-based building product , comprising:incorporating a suitable amount of an optically identifiable tagging material into the product to be sensed by a conventional detecting device;applying the product with the tagging material in a conventional manner in the course of building construction, creating a finished building product; andanalyzing the finished building product and optically detecting the presence of the tagging material in real time onsite.2. The method of wherein said building product is wallboard joint compound.3. The method of wherein said tagging material is optical brightener and is uniformly distributed in the building product.4. The method of wherein said tagging material is provided in concentration in the general range of 0.003% to 0.006% by weight of the composition of the building product claim 1 , excluding water.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein upon employment of the detector device claim 1 , the tagging material is visible across the entire building product.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the detector device is a hand-held UV blacklight.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein upon exposure to a UV blacklight claim 1 , said product with said tagging material has a pixel intensity that is at least 500 claim 1 ,000 greater than a control product without the tagging material.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , upon exposure to a UV blacklight claim 1 , said product with said tagging material is at least ten times brighter than a control ...

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25-02-2016 дата публикации

Device for levelling and aligning surface covering parts

Номер: US20160053501A1
Принадлежит: Torrents Research SL

The invention relates to a device for levelling and aligning surface covering parts in the installation of a surface of ceramic parts that are levelled and aligned using a securing product. The device comprises: a base ( 1,1′,1 ″) having an undulating surface; and at least two flexible planar attachments ( 2, 2 ′) projecting up from the base ( 1,1′,1 ″) and positioned symmetrically along the length of the base ( 1,1′,1 ″), the opposing planar surfaces of each of the flexible attachments ( 2, 2 ′) comprising side ribs ( 21 ) for slidably mounting and guiding upper bodies ( 3 ) which, by applying pressure, contact with the upper surface of multiple covering parts (P), thereby being levelled.

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25-02-2021 дата публикации

CORNER FLASHING SYSTEM

Номер: US20210054676A1
Автор: Summy Gene
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A corner flashing system is provided for sealing the corners of recessed window frames against moisture penetration. In a preferred embodiment, the system comprises first and second double-flap members, a half-cube member, and caulking. The first and second double-flap members, and the half-cube member are preferably made of asphalt or petroleum based material. In another preferred embodiment, the system comprises one double-flap member, a modified half-cube member, and caulking. In another preferred embodiment, the system comprises a single member that combines a double-flap member and a half-cube member, and caulking. In another preferred embodiment, the system comprises a combination member, a double-flap member, and caulking. 1. A method of flashing a first corner and a second corner of a recessed framed wall condition in a building wall , the framed wall condition including an inner frame and an outer frame , the method comprising the steps of:securing a first flexible flashing member generally in the first corner of the outer frame of the building wall such that a vertical seating flange of the first flashing member contacts a generally vertical surface of the outer frame, a horizontal seating flange of the first flashing member contacts a generally horizontal surface of the outer frame, a front seating flange of the first flashing member contacts an outer front surface of the outer frame, and a rear seating flange of the first flashing member contacts a front surface of the inner frame of the building wall at least a portion of the rear seating flange of the first flashing member has a height as measured from the horizontal surface of the outer frame to a top edge of the rear seating flange of the first flashing member that is less than or equal to a height of the vertical seating flange of the first flashing member as measured from the horizontal surface of the outer frame to a top edge of the vertical seating flange of the first flashing member; andsecuring ...

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23-02-2017 дата публикации

Device for Leveling and Aligning Tiles and Method for Leveling and Aligning Tiles

Номер: US20170051519A1
Принадлежит: Individual

A device for leveling and aligning tiles and method for leveling and aligning tiles are disclosed. In one embodiment, the leveling device includes a body and two spaced and parallel strip members extending transversely from the body. Each of the spaced and parallel strip members extend to the front and rear of the body. Two opposing lateral open windows are formed in the body. A breakaway section is defined along the body. A wedge device is provided for penetrating one or more of the two opposing lateral open windows and exerting a force on the tiles for leveling them relative to each other.

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05-03-2015 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PLASTERING CONSTRUCTION IN ARCHITECTURAL DECORATION

Номер: US20150059284A1
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A method for plastering construction in architectural decoration comprises the following steps: (1) base treatment; (2) performing construction positioning paying-off according to the required plastering height, and longitudinally installing screeding templates along a wall surface subjected to the base treatment in Step (1) according to the paying-off height, a lateral space between adjacent screeding templates being 1.3 to 1.8 meters; (3) plastering; and (4) laying aside the wall surface subjected to the plastering for 12 to 24 hours till plastering mortar on the wall surface is in a half-dried compact hardened state, and using teeth of a saw blade for grinding the mortar along the two adjacent screeding templates through a ruler till the mortar is even. The method can improve the construction efficiency and guarantee the construction quality. 1. A method for plastering construction in architectural decoration , comprising steps of:(1) base treatment;(2) screed strip constructing;(3) plastering; and(4) wall surface grinding;the step (2) of screed strip constructing comprises: positioning alignment wires according to an intended height of applied plaster, and installing longitudinally screed templates along a wall surface treated by the step (1) of base treatment according to a distance between the alignment wire and the wall surface, wherein a transverse interval between the adjacent screed templates is 1.3 m to 1.8 m; andthe step (4) of wall surface grinding comprises that: the wall surface treated by the step (3) of plastering rests for 12 hours to 24 hours till the plastered mortar on the wall surface is semi-dry and compact and at a solidified state, and the mortar is ground to be flat by saw teeth of a running rule with saw blade abutting against the mortar along two adjacent screed templates.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , the base treatment in step (1) comprises: cleaning and drying a wall surface; applying mortar on the wall surface; attaching ...

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21-02-2019 дата публикации

KNIFE WITH SCREWDRIVER BIT

Номер: US20190054599A1
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A knife that includes a blade, a handle affixed to an end of the blade and a screwdriver bit fixed to the handle and moveable between an extended position beyond the base of the handle and a retracted position in which the screwdriver bit is arranged completely within the opening of the handle. 1. A broad knife for applying material to a surface , comprising:a blade;a handle affixed to an end of the blade and including an opening extending therein; anda screwdriver bit fixed within the handle and configured to slide within the opening of the handle and extend outwardly from the opening of the handle.2. The broad knife of claim 1 , further comprising a holder that is arranged within the handle and that includes a body that has a receptor in which the screwdriver bit is arranged.3. The broad knife of claim 2 , wherein the holder includes an elastically deformable plate and a projection that extends from the elastically deformable plate with the projection being configured to aid in extending the screwdriver bit beyond the opening of the handle and retracting the screwdriver bit within the opening of the handle.4. The broad knife of claim 2 , wherein the body of the holder includes a first leg delimited at a first end and a second end that is contiguous at the first end thereof to the receptor and a second leg delimited at a first end and a second end that is contiguous at the first end thereof to the second end of the first leg and contiguous at the second end thereof to the plate.5. The broad knife of claim 2 , wherein the receptor includes at least one slot to allow for elastic deformation to aid in receiving the screwdriver bit and releasably securing the screwdriver bit therein.6. The broad knife of claim 1 , wherein the blade includes a tang and a head that extends from the tang.7. The broad knife of claim 6 , wherein the tang is delimited at a first end and a second end and the head extends from the first end of the tang claim 6 , a groove extends from the ...

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10-03-2022 дата публикации

Tile Spacing Device and Accompanying System and Method

Номер: US20220074213A1
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A tile spacing device and accompanying system and method are disclosed for spacing a plurality of tiles having a contour. In one embodiment of the tile spacing device, the tile spacing device includes a U-shaped band having a body with two branches extending parallel therefrom and an opening therebetween. An arm having a lateral end extends proximally from one of the branches into the opening. Two interlocking connectors are respectively positioned on the body at the opening and on the arm. In one embodiment of the system, two tile spacing devices complimentarily releasably mate when the tile spacing devices are opposing and perpendicularly displaced to interlock the interlocking connectors. 1. A tile spacing device for spacing a plurality of tiles , the tile spacing device comprising:a U-shaped band having a first end and a second end, the U-shaped band having a body at the first end with first and second branches extending parallel therefrom with an opening therebetween, the opening defining an open span at the second end;the U-shaped band having a longitudinal axis from the first end to the second end, the longitudinal axis bifurcating the U-shaped band;an arm having a lateral end extending proximally from the second branch into the opening and across the longitudinal axis, the arm defining a channel between the lateral end and the first branch;a first interlocking connector positioned on the body; anda second interlocking connector positioned on the arm.2. The tile spacing device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the U-shaped band further comprises a width to be interposed between two tiles as a spacer.3. The tile spacing device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the U-shaped band further comprises subterminal opposition surfaces in which palmar surfaces of a thumb and index finger hold the U-shaped band therebetween.4. The tile spacing device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first interlocking connector and the second interlocking connector further comprise ...

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10-03-2022 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR LEVELING AND ALIGNING TILES AND METHOD FOR LEVELING AND ALIGNING TILES

Номер: US20220074214A1
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A device for leveling and aligning tiles and method for leveling and aligning tiles are disclosed. In one embodiment, the leveling device includes a body and two spaced and parallel strip members extending transversely from the body. Each of the spaced and parallel strip members extend to the front and rear of the body. Two opposing lateral open windows are formed in the body. A breakaway section is defined along the body. A wedge device is provided for penetrating one or more of the two opposing lateral open windows and exerting a force on the tiles for leveling them relative to each other. 1. A tile leveling device comprising:a body defining an open window;a base orthogonally coupled to the body, the base extending to a front of the body and the base extending to a rear of the body;a base to body coupling including a frangible breakaway section, the base and body being integral prior to frangible separation, the frangible breakaway section, upon breaking, frangibly separating the body from the base;a first notch traversing the base toward the front of the body;a second notch traversing the base toward the rear of the body;a combination of the first notch and the second notch providing a majority of an area of tile-to-mortar-to-subfloor contact for the leveling device within bounds of the base; and{'claim-text': ['a backstop member, and', 'a wedge member extending from the backstop member, the wedge member having a tapered surface penetrating the open window and configured to exert force against at least one tile.'], '#text': 'a wedge device comprising:'}2. The tile leveling device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the body further comprises a spacer extending transversely from the front and rear of the body claim 1 , the spacer configured to position a first and second tile a predetermined distance apart.3. The tile leveling device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the wedge member further comprises teeth along the tapered surface claim 1 , the teeth latch onto an ...

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01-03-2018 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MANUFACTURING BUILDING PANELS

Номер: US20180058069A1
Автор: Mello Bryan Scott
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A method of manufacturing building panels includes assembling a frame of a building panel. The frame defines at least one cavity and at least one injection aperture in fluid communication with the at least one cavity. The method also includes positioning the frame on one of a base and a shelf of a multi-panel consolidation device having a plurality of shelves, with the shelves being in an expanded configuration, and at least substantially enclosing the at least one cavity. The method also includes forcing the shelves of the multi-panel consolidation device into a collapsed configuration, and injecting an expandable polymer through the at least one injection aperture into the at least one cavity. The method further includes forcing the shelves into an expanded configuration after a predetermined period of time selected to permit the expandable polymer to form a foam bonded to the frame. 138-. (canceled)39. A building panel comprising:a frame, the frame having a front surface and a rear surface, and defining at least one cavity, the frame having at least one injection aperture, each of the at least one cavity being in fluid communication with the at least one injection aperture;a fabric covering the front surface and the rear surface of the frame to enclose the at least one cavity; anda foam disposed within the at least one cavity and bonded to the frame; whereinthe at least one injection aperture is configured to facilitate injecting an expandable polymer into the at least one cavity that expands to form.40. The building panel of claim 39 , wherein:the frame comprises a plurality of studs and a plurality of tracks;the frame defines a plurality of cavities and a plurality of injection apertures;the studs and the tracks are attached to one another and cooperate to define the cavities; andat least one of the tracks defines at least one of the injection apertures.41. The building panel of claim 40 , wherein:the fabric comprises a plurality of pieces of fabric;at least ...

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04-03-2021 дата публикации

Adjustable Door Lifter

Номер: US20210062521A1
Автор: Jr. Gabriel, Pulido
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A door lifting device comprises a base plate, a fulcrum extending perpendicularly from the base plate, and a balance beam having a first end and a second end pivotally connected on the fulcrum. The balance beam includes a foot plate attached to the first end of the balance beam, and a door carriage attached to the second end of the balance beam. The balance beam can be adjusted to a selected height relative to the base plate. When the selected height of the balance beam relative to the base is increased, the pivot point is increased relative to the base plate. The balance beam can further, based on the selected height, be pivoted from a first location to a second location such that the door. When the pivot point is shifted away from the door carriage to the second position from the first position on the balance beam, the height of the door carriage relative to the surface is adjusted from the first height to the second height. 1. A door lifting device comprising:a base plate;a fulcrum extending perpendicularly from said base plate;a balance beam having a first end and a second end, said balance beam is pivotally connected to said fulcrum;a foot plate, said foot plate attached to said first end of said balance beam;a door carriage capable of lifting a door, said door carriage attached to said second end of said balance beam;a pivoting mechanism capable of adjusting a height of said door carriage;a support arm, said support arm further securing said door carriage to said fulcrum;wherein said balance beam is adjustable to a selected height relative to said base plate;wherein said balance beam can be pivoted from a first height to a second height, thereby lifting a door resting in said door carriage.2. A door lifting device of claim 1 , further comprising said pivoting mechanism having:at least one affixing pin;at least one balance beam pin aperture;at least one fulcrum pin aperture;wherein said affixing pin served as a pivot point for said balance beam.3. A door ...

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04-03-2021 дата публикации

TILE LAYING DEVICES

Номер: US20210062522A1
Автор: Castellanos Peter
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A tile laying device that has a flange on which edge portions of two or more adjacent tiles can be positioned and a web that extends from the flange, the web defining an opening. A levelling member defines a proximal surface and a distal surface, the proximal surface being configured to diverge from the distal surface so that, when the levelling member is positioned in the opening of the web and the edge portions are positioned on the flange, displacement of the levelling member relative to the tile laying device results in the distal surface bearing against the edge portions. A spacing block can be interposed between the distal surface of the levelling member and the edge portions of the two or more adjacent tiles, the spacing block and the levelling member are releasably engageable with each other. 1. An accessory for a tile laying device that has a flange on which edge portions of two or more adjacent tiles can be positioned and a web that extends from the flange , the web defining an opening , the accessory comprising:a levelling member that defines a proximal surface and a distal surface, the proximal surface being configured to diverge from the distal surface so that, when the levelling member is positioned in the opening of the web and the edge portions are positioned on the flange, displacement of the levelling member relative to the tile laying device results in the distal surface bearing against the edge portions; anda spacing block that can be interposed between the distal surface of the levelling member and the edge portions of the two or more adjacent tiles, the spacing block and the levelling member being releasably engageable with each other.2. The accessory as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the spacing block is configured so that it can be releasably engageable with a further spacing block.3. The accessory as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the levelling member defines one or more recesses that open in the distal surface and the spacing block has a body ...

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20-02-2020 дата публикации

TILE LAYING ACCESSORY

Номер: US20200056381A1
Автор: Castellanos Peter
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A tile laying accessory includes a flange having opposed ends and opposed sides, a web that extends from the flange, intermediate the opposed sides, and at least one spacing formation arranged on at least one of the flange and the web. The flange and the web are configured so that edge portions of two adjacent tiles are positioned on the flange on respective sides of the web, with the web extending between the adjacent tiles. The web is configured to engage a levelling member having a bearing surface. The levelling member and the web provide relative displacement of the levelling member and the web, which results in the bearing surface of the levelling member bearing against the edge portions of adjacent tiles. The spacing formation is configured so that the adjacent tile edge portions bear against the spacing formation with the web being spaced from the adjacent tile edge portions. 1. A tile laying accessory comprising:a flange having opposed ends and opposed sides; anda web that extends from the flange, intermediate the opposed sides, the flange and the web being configured so that edge portions of two adjacent tiles can be positioned on the flange on respective sides of the web, with the web extending between the adjacent tiles, the web being configured to engage a levelling member having a bearing surface, the levelling member and the web being configured so that relative displacement of the levelling member and the web results in the bearing surface of the levelling member bearing against the edge portions of the adjacent tiles; andat least one spacing formation arranged on at least one of the flange and the web, the, or each, spacing formation being configured so that the adjacent tile edge portions can bear against the, or each, spacing formation with the web being spaced from the adjacent tile edge portions.2. The tile laying accessory as claimed in claim 1 , in which at least one of the web and the flange includes a zone of weakness to permit at least a ...

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28-02-2019 дата публикации

Wedge Device for Leveling Tiles and Clip Set for Use of Same

Номер: US20190063084A1
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A wedge device for leveling tiles and a clip set for use of the same are disclosed. In one embodiment of the wedge device, the wedge device includes a body having an attachment end, a penetrating edge, a top, and a bottom. The attachment end is coupled to a backstop member and the penetrating edge is configured to penetrate the clip member. The body includes an inclined plane tapering from the attachment end to the penetrating edge. A line-of-sight opening extends along a longitudinal axis of the body to provide visibility through the body from the top to the bottom. 1. A wedge device for a tile leveling device including a clip member , the wedge device comprising:a backstop member;a body having an attachment end, a penetrating edge, a top, and a bottom, the attachment end being coupled to the backstop member, the penetration edge being configured to penetrate the clip member;the body including an inclined plane tapering from the attachment end to the penetrating edge;the body including a longitudinal axis from the attachment edge to the penetrating edge, the longitudinal axis having a longitudinal length; anda line-of-sight opening extending along the longitudinal axis and intersecting the longitudinal length from one-eighth (⅛) of the longitudinal length measured from the attachment end to one-eighth (⅛) of the longitudinal length measured from the penetrating edge, the line-of-sight opening providing visibility through the body from the top to the bottom.2. The wedge device as recited in claim 1 , further comprising teeth disposed along the inclined plane claim 1 , the teeth latch onto an upper edge of an insertion space in the clip member.3. The wedge device as recited in claim 1 , further comprising a partition member traversing the opening.4. The wedge device as recited in claim 1 , further comprising a crossbar member traversing the opening.5. The wedge device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the body including the inclined plane tapering from the attachment ...

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27-02-2020 дата публикации

TILE POSITIONING DEVICE

Номер: US20200063448A1
Автор: Morrow Colin
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A tile positioning device comprising: a base having a top surface for receiving an underside of a tile and a bottom surface for being positioned on an underlying surface; an upwardly extending stem that is breakably or frangibly attached to the base, the stem including an upper portion for receiving an impact to break away the stem from the base and a lower portion for breakable attachment to the base wherein an opening is provided in the lower portion of the stem for receiving a wedge and wherein the lower portion of the stem further comprises: a connecting portion for connecting the stem with the top surface of the base; and a bridging portion extending between the connecting portion and the upper portion; wherein thickness of the connecting portion is less than thickness of the bridging portion. 1. A tile levelling device comprising:a base having a top surface for receiving an underside of a tile and a bottom surface for being positioned on an underlying surface;an upwardly extending stem that is breakably or frangibly attached to the base, the stem including an upper portion for receiving an impact to break away the stem from the base and a lower portion for breakable attachment to the base wherein an opening is provided in the lower portion of the stem for receiving a wedge and wherein the lower portion of the stem further comprises: a connecting portion for connecting the stem with the top surface of the base; and a bridging portion extending between the connecting portion and the upper portion; wherein thickness of the connecting portion is less than thickness of the bridging portion.2. A tile levelling device in accordance with wherein length of the connecting portion is less than the length of bridging portion.3. A tile levelling device in accordance with wherein height of the connecting portion is substantially less than height of the connecting portion.4. A tile levelling device in accordance with comprising at least two of said lower portions being ...

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27-02-2020 дата публикации

Flooring Template For Doorways

Номер: US20200063449A1
Автор: Ryder Luke
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A rigid flooring template and method of using the same seamlessly join two different floorings along a flooring joint line within a doorway. The flooring template is provided as a thin, rectangular manufacture having two rectangularly notched corners along one long edge. The template and the notches are dimensioned so that, when the template is inserted into a doorway, the notches simultaneously and securely engage with the opposing door stops. When so placed, the non-notched edge may engage with the opposing door jambs approximately halfway between their exposed surfaces, thus providing a physical referent for the flooring joint line. This referent may be used for painting, or to manually trim or cut flooring underneath it with a cutting tool, the painting or cutting action yielding a straight line because the template is securely engaged with the door frame via the door stops. 1. A manufacture for secure insertion into a doorway having opposing door jambs and opposing door stops , the manufacture comprising:a rigid material in the shape of a rectangle having an overall length and an overall width, two corners along one edge of the rectangle being rectangularly notched according to a notch length and a notch width;wherein the overall length is greater than a distance between the opposing door stops and less than a distance between the opposing door jambs;wherein each notch length is at least a length of a corresponding door stop; andwherein the overall width minus the notch width is approximately one half of a distance between an edge of one of the door jambs and an edge of a corresponding door stop.2. The manufacture of claim 1 , wherein the rigid material is aluminum or steel.3. The manufacture of claim 1 , wherein the rigid material has a thickness of ⅛″.4. The manufacture of claim 1 , wherein the overall length is between 35⅞″ and 36″.5. The manufacture of claim 1 , wherein the overall width is between 1⅞″ and 2″.6. The manufacture of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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11-03-2021 дата публикации

Joint Compound Application Assembly

Номер: US20210071431A1
Автор: LEE Hosang
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A joint compound application assembly for applying joint compound on drywall includes a rod that has a conduit integrated therein. The conduit is fluidly coupled to a source of joint compound thereby facilitating the joint compound to be urged through the conduit. A box is coupled to the rod and the box has a bottom end that is open into an interior of the box. A spray bar is fluidly coupled to the conduit and the spray bar is directed toward the bottom end of the box to spray the joint compound onto a wall or ceiling. A knife is coupled to the box to smooth the joint compound on the wall or ceiling. 1. A joint compound application assembly being configured to apply joint compound and joint tape to a wall or a ceiling , said assembly comprising:a rod having a conduit being integrated therein, said conduit being fluidly coupled to a source of joint compound thereby facilitating the joint compound to be urged through said conduit;a box being coupled to said rod, said box having a bottom end being open into an interior of said box;a hose being fluidly coupled to said conduit, said hose extending between said rod and said box;a spray bar being fluidly coupled to said conduit wherein said spray bar is configured to receive the joint compound, said spray bar being directed toward said bottom end of said box wherein said spray bar is configured to spray the joint compound onto the wall or ceiling;a knife being coupled to said box wherein said knife is configured to smooth the joint compound on the wall or ceiling; anda heating unit being removably coupled to said box, said heating unit blowing heated air onto the wall or ceiling when said heating unit is turned on wherein said heating unit is configured to enhance drying the joint compound on the wall or ceiling.2. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said rod having a first end and a second end claim 1 , said rod being elongated between said first end and said second end claim 1 , said conduit having an input end ...

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05-06-2014 дата публикации

COMPOUND CONTAINER

Номер: US20140151249A1
Принадлежит: WARNER MANUFACTURING COMPANY

A compound container includes a container body having a side wall and a bottom wall; an interior space defined by the side wall and the end wall; an opening defined by an upper edge of the side wall; and an elongated hand support member having a first attachment section and a second attachment section for attaching the hand support member to a bottom surface of the bottom wall. The hand support member is positioned generally parallel to the opening defined by the upper edge of the side wall. 1. A compound container , comprising:a container body having a side wall and a bottom wall;an interior space defined by the side wall and the end wall;an opening defined by an upper edge of the side wall; andan elongated hand support member having a first attachment section and a second attachment section for attaching the hand support member to a bottom surface of the bottom wall,wherein the hand support member is positioned generally parallel to the opening defined by the upper edge of the side wall.2. The compound container of claim 1 , wherein the hand support member is made of an elastic material.3. The compound container of claim 1 , wherein the hand support member includes an expansion rib.4. The compound container of claim 1 , further comprising:at least a side stand connected to the side wall, wherein the side stand is sized to allow the bottom wall to be spaced away from a surface, when the compound container is placed on the surface.5. The compound container of claim 4 , wherein the side stand includes a stand leg and a tool holder configured for holding a hand tool.6. The compound container of claim 5 , wherein the tool holder has a friction holding tab claim 5 , a top of the friction holding tab having a tongue extending toward the container body.7. The compound container of claim 3 , wherein the side wall comprises: first and second end panels positioned generally opposite to each other claim 3 , and first and second side walls extending between the first and ...

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07-03-2019 дата публикации

Sealing Element

Номер: US20190070828A1
Автор: Deiss Martin
Принадлежит: ISO-CHEMIE GMBH

A sealing element of flexible foam which includes at least three sealing tape sections which are arranged next to each other in a functional direction of the sealing element. At least one first barrier layer section and at least one second barrier layer section are each accommodated between two adjacent sealing tape sections. The barrier layer sections connect the adjacent sealing tape sections to each other. The first barrier layer section forms a loop in an area of the bottom surface of the sealing element and the second barrier layer section forms a loop in an area of the top surface of the sealing element. 2. The sealing element of comprising several first barrier layer sections and/or several second barrier layer sections claim 1 , wherein when viewed in the functional direction claim 1 , a first barrier layer section and a second barrier layer section always occur in alternation.3. The sealing element of wherein the at least one first barrier layer section and the at least one second barrier layer section comprise a film.4. The sealing element of wherein each of the loops comprises two substantially parallel legs and a curved part connecting the legs claim 1 , the two legs being bonded together. This application claims priority to European Patent Application No. EP 17 189 098.1, filed Sep. 1, 2017, the entire contents of which are incorporated by reference in its entirety.The present invention relates to a sealing element and to a method for the production of a sealing tape roll of flexible, compressible foam with at least one barrier layer extending in the radial direction.Sealing tapes unwound from sealing tape rolls are usually used to seal joints such as those between a frame profile of a window or a door and a building wall to seal the joints against drafts and driving rain. Films additionally provided on a lateral surface of the sealing tape increase the impermeability of the tape to water vapor; see, for example, U.S. Pat. No. 4,401,716, US 2010/009118 ...

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15-03-2018 дата публикации

Screed hook apparatus

Номер: US20180073256A1
Автор: James Steven LUTES
Принадлежит: Stego Industries LLC

A screed hook apparatus includes a tubular collar having an opening through a sidewall thereof. A tubular retainer member is aligned with the opening on the collar and extends away from an outer surface of the collar. The retainer member has a threaded internal wall surface. The apparatus also includes an arm forming a hook shape. The arm has a first portion extending away from the collar and a second portion extending transverse to a direction of extension of the first portion such that a surface of the second portion of the arm faces the sidewall of the collar. A set screw has a threaded portion to engage the threaded internal wall surface of the retainer member, and a handle is attached to the set screw.

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19-03-2015 дата публикации

INSULATION BLOWING MACHINE

Номер: US20150078839A1
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An insulation blowing machine is provided, comprising an upper section, comprising a hopper, an agitator, and an agitator motor coupled to drive the agitator; a base, comprising a blower, an airlock, and an airlock motor coupled to drive airlock paddles within the airlock; and a pivoting mechanism connecting the upper section with the base, whereby the upper section is tiltable on the pivoting mechanism away from the base to an open position without disassembly or disengagement of components in the upper section from components in the base to expose the airlock paddles within the airlock; whereby, in operation insulation fed into the hopper passes through an opening in the bottom of the hopper and into the airlock to be discharged through an outlet. 1. An insulation blowing machine , comprising: a hopper;', 'an agitator; and', 'an agitator motor coupled to drive the agitator;, 'an upper section, comprising a blower;', 'an airlock; and', 'an airlock motor coupled to drive airlock paddles within the airlock; and, 'a base, comprisinga pivoting mechanism connecting the upper section with the base, whereby the upper section is tiltable on the pivoting mechanism away from the base to an open position without disassembly or disengagement of components in the upper section from components in the base to expose the airlock paddles within the airlock;whereby, in operation insulation fed into the hopper passes through an opening in the bottom of the hopper and into the airlock to be discharged through an outlet.2. The insulation blowing machine of claim 1 , further comprising a sliding gate that is closable when the upper section is tilted back from the base.3. The insulation blowing machine of claim 1 , further comprising an interlock configured to disconnect electrical components in the upper section and the base when the upper section is tilted away from the base.4. An insulation blowing machine claim 1 , comprising:an upper section, comprising a hopper and an agitator;a ...

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07-03-2019 дата публикации

JOINT COMPOUND SPREADING TOOL FOR DRYWALL JOINT FINISHING

Номер: US20190071882A1
Автор: Hernandez Michael
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A hand tool is provided for the application of joint compound on wall board, having a planar blade affixed to an ergonomic handle. The blade has a concave arcuate working edge, wherein the concave arcuate curve extends the entire length of the working edge to each corner of the working edge. The concave arcuate working edge may be used to apply a self-feathered layer joint compound over drywall tape on planar butt joint or an inside corner joint. The blade is laterally flexible. 1. A hand tool for the application of joint compound to a drywall joint , comprising an ergonomic handle and a slightly flexible planar blade non detachably and non slidably affixed to the handle , the blade having a concave arcuate working edge distal to the handle , wherein the working edge has a corner on each end of the working edge and the concave arcuate curve extends the entire length of the working edge to each corner , and wherein the blade has two side edges on each side of the working edge.2. The tool of wherein the planar blade is approximately rectangular wherein the working edge and edge bearing the handle form the longer dimension of the rectangle.3. The tool of wherein the blade is elongated and forms an approximate trapezoid claim 1 , wherein the long edge is the concave arcuate working edge and the handle is affixed to the blade distal from the working edge.4. A method for applying joint compound to a butt joint between two drywall boards that form a planar surface claim 1 , comprising:a. applying in sequence a layer of joint compound to the butt joint, a layer of tape, and a second layer of joint compound,{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'b. wherein the tool of is pulled along the joint so the corners of the working edge of the tool are in contact with the planar surface and aligned approximately perpendicularly to the direction of the pulling, and'}c. wherein the pulling of the tool forms an angle defined by the surface of the wall, the corners of the ...

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16-03-2017 дата публикации

FOOT MOUNTED WORK ACCESSORY AND METHOD OF USE

Номер: US20170073980A1
Автор: Szonok Tamas
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A foot mounted work accessory used in the installation of a flooring underlayer and associated electrical heating wire includes a substantially rigid base member including an upper surface and a lower surface with sidewalls extending between the upper surface and the lower surface. The base member further includes a first end having a forward edge extending between the upper and lower surfaces and a second end having a rear edge extending between the upper and lower surfaces, first and second lateral edges extend between the upper surface and the lower surface along the left and right sides of the base member. An alignment channel is formed at a forward tip of the foot mounted work accessory. A foot strap is secured to the upper surface of the base member. 1. A foot mounted work accessory used in the installation of a flooring underlayer and associated electrical heating wire , comprising:a substantially rigid base member including an upper surface and a lower surface with sidewalls extending between the upper surface and the lower surface, the base member further includes a first end having a forward edge extending between the upper and lower surfaces and a second end having a rear edge extending between the upper and lower surfaces, first and second lateral edges extend between the upper surface and the lower surface along the left and right sides of the base member;an alignment channel formed at a forward tip of the foot mounted work accessory; anda foot strap secured to the upper surface of the base member.2. The foot mounted work accessory according to claim 1 , wherein the forward edge is constructed with first and second arcuate segments that meet at a central longitudinal axis of the foot mounted work accessory.3. The foot mounted work accessory according to claim 1 , wherein the foot mounted work accessory is formed in a substantially teardrop shape.4. The foot mounted work accessory according to claim 1 , wherein the alignment channel is a recessed groove. ...

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16-03-2017 дата публикации

LOOSEFILL INSULATION BLOWING MACHINE

Номер: US20170073981A1
Принадлежит: OWENS CORNING INTELLECTUAL CAPITAL, LLC

A machine for distributing loosefill insulation material is provided. The machine includes a chute having an inlet end and an outlet end. The inlet end is configured to receive compressed loosefill insulation material. A lower unit has a shredding chamber configured to receive the compressed loosefill insulation material from the outlet end of the chute. The shredding chamber includes a plurality of shredders configured to shred, pick apart and condition the loosefill insulation material. The shredders include a shredder shaft and a plurality of vane assemblies. The vane assemblies are oriented such that adjacent vane assemblies are offset from each other by an angle in a range of from about 45° to about 75°. A discharge mechanism is mounted to receive conditioned loosefill insulation material exiting the shredding chamber. The discharge mechanism is configured to distribute the conditioned loosefill insulation material into an airstream. A blower is configured to provide the airstream flowing through the discharge mechanism. 1. A machine for distributing loosefill insulation material from a package of compressed loosefill insulation material , the machine comprising:a chute having an inlet end and an outlet end, the inlet end configured to receive compressed loosefill insulation material; a shredding chamber configured to receive the compressed loosefill insulation material from the outlet end of the chute, the shredding chamber including a plurality of shredders configured to shred, pick apart and condition the loosefill insulation material thereby forming conditioned loosefill insulation material, the shredders including a shredder shaft and a plurality of vane assemblies, the vane assemblies oriented such that adjacent vane assemblies are offset from each other by an angle in a range of from about 45° to about 75°;', 'a discharge mechanism mounted to receive the conditioned loosefill insulation material exiting the shredding chamber, the discharge mechanism ...

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16-03-2017 дата публикации

Loosefill insulation blowing machine

Номер: US20170073982A1
Принадлежит: OWENS CORNING INTELLECTUAL CAPITAL LLC

A machine for distributing loosefill insulation material. The machine includes a chute having an inlet end and an outlet end. The inlet end is configured to receive loosefill insulation material. The chute has a first portion in fluid communication with a second portion and forms an angle with the second portion. A shredding chamber includes a plurality of shredders configured to shred, pick apart and condition the loosefill insulation material. A discharge mechanism is mounted to receive the loosefill insulation material exiting the shredding chamber. The discharge mechanism is configured to distribute the loosefill insulation material into an airstream. A blower is configured to provide the airstream flowing through the discharge mechanism. The angle between the first portion of the chute and the second portion of the chute is configured to control the descent of the loosefill insulation material into the shredding chamber.

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18-03-2021 дата публикации

JOINT SUPPORT INCLUDING ENCAPSULATED ADHESIVE

Номер: US20210079273A1
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The present disclosure relates generally to building surface joint supports, for example, suitable for covering a seam between two building surface panels, such as drywall. The present disclosure relates more particularly to a joint support including an encapsulated adhesive for securing the joint support to the building surface panels. The joint support includes a support strip having a width, a length, a first end, a second end, a contact surface, and an outer surface. An adhesive is disposed on the contact surface of the support strip. The adhesive includes a first set of capsules and each capsule of the first set of capsules includes a membrane enclosing a first component of an adhesive composition. 1. A joint support comprising:a support strip including a width, a length, a first end, a second end, a contact surface and an outer surface; and 'a first set of capsules, each capsule of the first set of capsules including an outer membrane enclosing a first component of an adhesive composition.', 'an adhesive substance disposed on the contact surface of the support strip, the adhesive substance including2. The joint support according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesive substance includes a second component of the adhesive composition.3. The joint support according to claim 2 , wherein the second component is disposed outside of the capsules.4. The joint support according to claim 3 , wherein the first set of capsules is embedded in the second component.5. The joint support according to claim 2 , wherein the adhesive substance includes a second set of capsules claim 2 , and wherein the second component is disposed in the capsules of the second set of capsules.6. The joint support according to claim 1 , wherein the capsules of the first set of capsules are configured to release the first component upon the application of a stimulus.7. The joint support according to claim 6 , wherein the stimulus is the application of pressure.8. The joint support according to claim 7 , ...

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14-03-2019 дата публикации

PORTABLE WALL BASE COIL UNWINDING DEVICE

Номер: US20190077623A1
Автор: Low David W.
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A portable wall base coil unwinding device is disclosed herein that comprises a base caddy having a topside and a bottom side; a turntable positioned above the topside of the base caddy; a lazy Susan swivel connector rotatably connecting the base caddy to the turntable; a wall base coil holder centrally positioned on the turntable, wherein the wall base coil holder is sized and configured to receive and retain a coil of wall base; and at least three freely rotatable and swivable wheels positioned on the bottom side of the base caddy. The present invention provides an improved tool and method for unwinding and positioning/installing a wall cove base material along the base of a wall. 1. A portable wall base coil unwinding device , comprising:a base caddy having a topside and a bottom side;a turntable positioned above the topside of the base caddy;a lazy Susan swivel connector rotatably connecting the base caddy to the turntable;a wall base coil holder centrally positioned on the turntable, wherein the wall base coil holder is sized and configured to receive and retain a coil of wall base; andat least three wheels positioned on the bottom side of the base caddy.2. The portable wall base coil unwinding device of wherein the base caddy is made from a rigid sheet material.3. The portable wall base coil unwinding device of wherein the turntable is made from a rigid sheet material.4. The portable wall base coil unwinding device of wherein the wall base coil holder is made from a rigid sheet material.5. The portable wall base coil unwinding device of wherein the lazy Susan swivel connector is comprised of a plurality of ball bearings positioned between a pair of opposing metal plates.6. The portable wall base coil unwinding device of wherein the at least three wheels are caster wheels that can each swivel about a vertical axis and rotate about a horizontal axis.7. The portable wall base coil unwinding device of claim 6 , further comprising a tow rope connected to the base ...

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14-03-2019 дата публикации

PANEL WITH DEFINED FASTENER LOCATION

Номер: US20190078317A1
Автор: Askof Avi, Steiner Yigal
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The disclosed subject matter pertains to an artificial panel comprising a spaced apart first wall and second wall. Each of the walls has an inside surface and an outside surface, and at least one fastener location configured at an outside surface of the at least one of the first wall and second wall of the panel. The fastener location is configured for receiving therethrough a fastener and wherein one or more ribs extend between the first wall and the second wall, along at least a portion of the panel, the fastener location being indicative of the location thereof. 1. A door system , comprising:a main body configured with a first face, a second face, a first edge rail-mount, a second edge rail-mount, a hinge stile, and a locking stile;a first rail and a second rail configured for interchangeably articulating to the first edge rail-mount and the second edge rail-mount; andat least one cladding panel configured for attaching over at least a portion of the first face of the main body, at either an upright orientation of the main body or a bottom-up orientation of the main body;wherein same components of the door system serve for both a left side door and a right side door.2. The door system of claim 1 , wherein at least the main body and the at least one cladding panel are made of molded material.3. The door system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one cladding panel is readily replaceable.4. The door system of claim 1 , wherein the first edge rail-mount and the second edge rail-mount are substantially identical.5. The door system of claim 1 , wherein the first rail and the second rail are substantially identical claim 1 , interchangeable claim 1 , and configured for top/bottom mount.6. The door system of claim 1 , wherein the main body is configured with symmetrically disposed apertures serving as windows or venting ports.7. The door system of claim 6 , wherein the at least one cladding panel conceals one or more of the apertures.8. A corner coupler for securing two ...

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24-03-2016 дата публикации

METHOD FOR FINISHING A COMPOSITE SURFACE AND A GROUNTING PAN FOR FINISHING A COMPOSITE SURFACE

Номер: US20160083967A1
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Methods and apparatus are provided for finishing a composite floor. The apparatus includes a grouting pan configured to be affixed to the rotating head of a finishing machine. The grouting pan has a planar bottom surface and a curved sidewall. Grouting pans are rotated over a prepped surface such that the curved sidewalls trowel the mortar onto the rough composite surface and the bottom surface which is in contact with the prepped floor forces the mortar into the surface voids such that a grouted surface 1. A method for finishing a composite surface comprising:spreading a mortar over a rough composite surface having surface voids to form a prepped surface;rotating a grouting pan over the prepped surface, the grouting pan having a curved sidewall extending from a rotary head for troweling the mortar onto the rough composite surface and a generally flat bottom surface in contact with the prepped floor for forcing the mortar into the surface voids to form a grouted surface;curing the grouted surface to form a cured surface; andfinishing the cured surface to form a finished surface.2. The method of further comprising broadcasting a filler over the rough composite surface after spreading the mortar to form the prepped surface claim 1 , wherein the grouting pan trowels the mortar and filler onto the rough composite surface and the bottom surface forces the mortar and filler into the surface voids to form the grouted surface.3. The method of further comprising rotating a plurality of grouting pans over the prepped surface claim 1 , wherein the plurality of grouting pans are configured to be affixed to a rotating head of a finishing machine.4. The method of further comprising rotating first grouting pan over the prepped surface and counter-rotating a second grouting pan over the prepped surface claim 3 , wherein the first and second grouting pans are configured to be affixed to a counter-rotating head of the finishing machine.5. The method of further comprising rotating a ...

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26-03-2015 дата публикации

Wall Trim Finishing Apparatus

Номер: US20150087213A1
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A wall trim finishing apparatus includes a base member having a bottom surface. The bottom surface is configured to mate with, and apply relatively even force to, at least one curve or crevice of a front surface of a piece of wall trim. The bottom surface may be configured to receive a piece of sandpaper or absorbent material between the bottom surface of the base member and the front surface of the wall trim. Sandpaper coupled to the bottom surface of the base member creates a sanding apparatus. The bottom surface may be divided into a first portion and a second portion by a channel defined therebetween that is configured to accumulate sanding residue generated when the bottom surface is mated to and moved along the front surface of the wall trim. Sand paper is adhesively adhered to both portions. 1. A finishing apparatus for use in finishing wall trim having a front surface that defines at least one crack , crevice , or plane , said finishing apparatus , comprising:a base member having a top surface and a bottom surface opposed to said top surface and having opposed end surfaces extending between ends of said top surface and said bottom surface;wherein said bottom surface of said base member includes a configuration that is substantially opposite the configuration of the front surface of the wall trim so as to selectively mate therewith in a friction fit relationship for a relative longitudinal movement therealong.2. The finishing apparatus as in claim 1 , wherein said bottom surface of said base member is impregnated with an abrasive material.3. The finishing apparatus as in claim 1 , comprising a piece of sandpaper coupled to said bottom surface of said base member.4. The finishing apparatus as in claim 3 , wherein said piece of sandpaper is removably coupled to said bottom surface of said base member.5. The finishing apparatus as in claim 1 , wherein said bottom surface of said base member is constructed of absorbent material such that even layers of a fluid ...

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23-03-2017 дата публикации

Light touch sealant applicator device

Номер: US20170081864A1
Принадлежит: Rohm and Haas Co

The present invention provides a device for applying a fluid sealant with a light touch, the device comprising a wand with a fluid sealant supply, either as part of the wand or as a separate supply tube, attached to the top of an applicator head via a universal joint, wherein the applicator head has a chamber on its underside which is sufficiently large to enable a constant supply of a fluid sealant to a substrate that is to be sealed, and the applicator head has a chamber edge disposed around its lower periphery adapted to strike the sealant flat. In addition, the present invention provides methods of using the devices to form a seal, e.g. a weather-resistive barrier on a sheathed building structure, by applying a flexible and compressible foam to gaps in the structure. The foam may comprise one or more aqueous polymer having a glass transition temperature of less than 25° C.

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12-03-2020 дата публикации

Device for Leveling and Aligning Tiles and Method for Leveling and Aligning Tiles

Номер: US20200080323A1
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A device for leveling and aligning tiles and method for leveling and aligning tiles are disclosed. In one embodiment, the leveling device includes a body and two spaced and parallel strip members extending transversely from the body. Each of the spaced and parallel strip members extend to the front and rear of the body. Two opposing lateral open windows are formed in the body. A breakaway section is defined along the body. A wedge device is provided for penetrating one or more of the two opposing lateral open windows and exerting a force on the tiles for leveling them relative to each other. 1. A tile leveling device comprising: a body defining first and second open windows,', 'a base coupled to the body, the base extending to the front of the body and the base extending to the rear of the body,', 'a base to body coupling including a frangible breakaway section, the base and body being integral prior to frangible separation, the frangible breakaway section, upon breaking, frangibly separating the body from the base; and, 'a leveling device comprising a backstop member,', 'a first wedge member extending from the backstop member, the first wedge member having a tapered surface penetrating the first open window, and', 'a second wedge member extending from the backstop member, the second wedge member having a tapered surface penetrating the second open window, the second wedge member being laterally spaced from the first wedge member., 'a wedge device comprising2. The tile leveling device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the body further comprises a spacer extending transversely from the front and rear of the body claim 1 , the spacer configured to position the first and second tiles a predetermined distance apart.3. The tile leveling device as recited in claim 1 , wherein the first wedge member further comprises teeth along the tapered surface claim 1 , the teeth latch onto a first upper edge of the first open window.4. The tile leveling device as recited in claim 1 , ...

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31-03-2016 дата публикации

LEVELLING SPACER DEVICE FOR LAYING SLAB PRODUCTS FOR CLADDING SURFACES

Номер: US20160090746A1
Автор: SIGHINOLFI Riccardo
Принадлежит: RAIMONDI S.P.A.

A levelling spacer device () for laying slab products (P) for cladding surfaces, which device () comprises a base (), positionable on a backside of a laying surface of at least two slab products (P) that are adjacent and flanked with respect to a flanking direction (A), at least a separator element () emerging from the base (), able to contact the facing flanks of the two slab products (P), and mobile between a storage position in which it lies substantially parallel to the base () and a work position in which it emerges substantially perpendicular to the base (); the peculiarity of the device consisting in the fact of comprising blocking means () of the separator element () in the work position. 110102030203020202025031130250203025031130203030. A levelling spacer device () for laying slab products (P) for cladding surfaces , said device () comprises a base () , positionable on the backside of a laying surface of at least two slab products (P) that are adjacent and flanked with respect to a flanking direction (A) , and at least a separator element () emerging from said base () , wherein said separator element () is joined to the base () , is able to contact the facing flanks of the two slab products (P) , and is mobile between a storage position in which it lies substantially parallel to the base () and a work position in which it emerges substantially perpendicular to the base () , further comprising blocking means ( , ) of the separator element () in the work position , wherein the blocking means comprise at least an abutting shelf () fixed to at least one of the base () and the separator element () , the abutting shelf () being able to interfere with at least a hooking element () solidly constrained to the other of the separator element () and the base () when the separator element () is in the work position , such as to prevent a spontaneous return of the separator element () into the storage position.21031130202503030. The device () of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Wide Swath Offset Concrete Screed

Номер: US20190085514A1
Автор: Luke Terstriep
Принадлежит: Dragon Screed LLC

Methods and systems for making and using a wide swath offset concrete screed apparatus for screeding wet concrete slurry. The apparatus includes a cross support bar, an attachment mechanism for attaching the cross support bar to a liftable arm of a motorized vehicle, and lateral support bars for attaching a screed bar to the cross support bar. The screed bar is positioned offset from the motorized vehicle used to operate the screed, allowing the motorized vehicle to drive outside the forms.

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