ПРАВИЛО С ЗАГЛУШКАМИ

... 1. Правило, содержащее полый тонкостенный профиль, а по торцам профиля установлены заглушки, контактирующие с внутренней поверхностью профиля, отличающееся тем, что на каждой заглушке выполнены поперечные ребра, упирающиеся своими краями во внутреннюю поверхность полости профиля.2. Правило по п. 1, отличающееся тем, что внутри профиля расположена, по меньшей мере, одна перегородка.3. Правило по п. 2, отличающееся тем, что каждая заглушка выполнена в виде пластины с выступами, имеющими указанные поперечные ребра и расположенными в соответствующих полостях профиля, образованных, по меньшей мере, одной перегородкой, которая имеет на каждом из торцов углубление, пластина каждой заглушки расположена в полостях профиля заподлицо с его торцевой поверхностью и имеет форму, повторяющую внутренний контур торца профиля таким образом, что имеет, по меньшей мере, одно сужение, расположенное в углублении, по меньшей мере, одной перегородки.4. Правило по п. 3, отличающееся тем, что каждая заглушка имеет ...

Мобильная установка для шлифовального и пылеудаляющего оборудования

Полезная модель относится к строительному оборудованию. Мобильная установка для шлифовального и пылеудаляющего оборудования включает платформу, на которой закреплены передняя опорная стойка и задняя стойка управления, которые с помощью опоры крепления соединены между собой и соединены с раздвижной штангой, верхняя часть раздвижной штанги соединена с основной опорой и с помощью шарнирного узла с рабочей штангой, с одной стороны оснащенной ручкой, а с другой - узлом для крепления оборудования, платформа установлена на двух передних колесах и одном заднем колесе, причем все колеса имеют одинаковый диаметр. Диаметр колес может составлять 200-250 мм. Ручка рабочей штанги может быть выполнена прорезиненной. Задняя стойка управления и рабочая штанга дополнительно могут быть оснащены зажимами. Раздвижная и рабочая штанги дополнительно могут быть соединены пластиной для регулирования угла наклона. Раздвижная штанга дополнительно может быть оснащена фиксатором. Задняя стойка управления в месте изгиба ...

ШЛИФОВАЛЬНОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО

Изобретение относится к инструментам, используемым при отделочных работах, в частности к инструментам для окончательной обработки оштукатуренных поверхностей, в частности к шлифовальному устройству. Техническим результатом является уменьшение силы трения скольжения торца абразивного инструмента и уменьшение повреждений, наносимых торцом абразивного инструмента при шлифовке в углах и/или откосов оконного или дверного проемов, вызванных трением торца абразивного инструмента. Технический результат достигаются тем, что шлифовальное устройство содержит жесткую абразивную пластину в форме прямоугольного параллелепипеда, к первой плоскости которого прикреплен абразивный материал, а к другой плоскости, противоположной первой, разъемно присоединено жесткое основание, причем торцы абразивной пластины покрыты гладким полимерным слоем. 11 з.п. ф-лы, 4 ил.

A material application device

Cleaning texture roller

A roller for applying a textured finish to a decorative texturable coating eg Artex (RTM) plaster, includes a trough 1 for a water reservoir into which part of the roller surface 8 is immersed to clean the surface during use. The trough includes a lip 9 to reduce escape of water therefrom.

Improvements in or relating to decorating

A material application device

A device for working fluid building materials

Phthalazine derivatives

Novel compounds of formula wherein R is H, C1-C6 alkyl, C1-C6 alkoxy, di - (C1-C6) - alkyl amino - (C1-C6) - alkoxy, phenyl, phenyl - (C1-C6) - alkyl, pyridyl - (C1-C6) - alkyl, carbo - (C1-C6 - alkoxy - (C1-C6) - alkyl, carboxy - (C1-C6) - alkyl, carbo - hydrazino - (C1-C6) - alkyl, anilino or carbamyl-(C1-C6)-alkyl, R1 is H, C1-C6 alkyl, phenyl or phenyl-(C1-C6) alkyl, R2 is H, C1-C6 alkyl or alkanoyl and where the benzenoid portion of the phthalazine nucleus and/or the phenyl group(s) of R or R1 when present may optionally be substituted by one or more halogen atoms or C1-C6 alkyl, C1-C6 alkoxy, NO2, NH2, di - (C1-C6) alkyl amino or carboxy groups, and acid addition and quaternary ammonium salts thereof, are prepared mainly by reaction of a compound of formula with a compound R1-NH-OR2, or, in the case where R is carboxyalkyl, by hydrolysis of a compound where R is carboalkoxyalkyl, or, where R is carbohydrazinoalkyl, by reaction of hydrazine hydrate ...

A new device for polishing terrazzo walls, steps or the like

... 504,646. Polishing walls &c. CRIVICICH, E. Nov. 24, 1937, No. 32298. [Class 60] Apparatus for polishing terazzo walls, steps, &c. comprises an outer guard 1 within which is movable telescopically an inner guard 6. The guard 1 has thereon guides 3 through which pass rods 4, the rods also passing through lugs 5 on the guard 6 and carrying springs 7 between the lugs and the guides 3; nuts 10 screwed on the rods serve to tension the springs, and the rods carry at their lower ends rollers 8 adapted to engage the wall &c. Within the guards is mounted a rotatable polishing- unit comprising plates 14 held together, with interposed springs 16, by bolts 16; the lower plate having thereon chucks 18 to hold polishing-blocks 17, or the blocks may be inserted in slots in the lower plate 14. The unit is rotated by a flexible shaft, the casing of which is secured in an extension 2 of the guard 1, the rotary part 19 of the shaft being secured to a socket 20 secured by a bolt 21 to the plates 14. Water or ...

TAKING OFF BORDER FOR NIVELIEREN AND SMOOTHING SCREED, FINERY LAYERS OD.DGL. AT WAENDEN, COVERS OR ON FLOORS

ABZIEHLEISTE ZUM NIVELIEREN UND GLAETTEN VON ESTRICH-, PUTZSCHICHTEN OD.DGL. AN WAENDEN, DECKEN ODER AUF FUSSBOEDEN

PULLER FOR CLEANING BOEGEN IN WALLS OD.DGL.

PLAN SCRAPER

Aluminium float

Process and device for creating structures in materials

ERGONOMIC DRYWALL KNIFE

A drywall knife having a handle and a blade securely mounted thereon. The handle includes an elongated inner core having a longitudinal axis, a transverse axis, a front end, a rear end and first and second opposite surfaces extending from the rear end to the front end of the inner core along the longitudinal axis of the handle, the blade being securely mounted to the front end of the inner core. The improvement resides in that the inner core of the handle includes at least one recess having an opening facing the first surface so as to reduce the overall weight of the drywall knife, and the inner core further includes a lid hingedly mounted to the first surface of the inner core, said lid being positioned and sized to be folded about an axis parallel to the longitudinal axis of the inner core so as to cover each recess. The drywall knife is inherently lightweight due to its design. The drywall knife is mounted onto the blade without the use of fasteners, due to the design of the handle and ...

EXTERIOR INSULATION AND FINISH SYSTEM AND METHOD AND TOOL FOR INSTALLING SAME

An exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS) is provided for use with associated insulation and substrate layers of a building. The system includes primary and secondary water resistant barriers on first and second surfaces of the associated insulation layer. The secondary water resistant barrier includes a single adhesive and sealing layer defining at least one channel and adhesively securing the second surface of the associated insulation layer to the associated substrate layer. The system is usable with a plurality of associated insulation layers disposed in abutment, the single adhesive and sealing layer defining at least one channel extending from the first insulation panel to the second insulation panel and being adapted to conduct fluid therethrough. Further, a hand tool for working the adhesive and sealing layer is provided. The hand tool includes a handle connected with a flat inflexible rectangular plate, at least one of the longer edges thereof being upwardly curved and including ...

GROUTING TROWEL

A trowel for cleaning wall and floor tiles of grout, having a handle affixed to a base place to which is adhered a soft pad, wherein the lower surface of the base plate and the upper surface of the pad have complimentary engaging-engaging strips engageable and disengageable one strip with another. Disengagement of the strips allows for the pad to be discarded when required and replaced with another pad. This negates the need to discard the full trowel with a significant saving in monetary cost and inconvenience.

APPLICATOR FOR FLOOR COATINGS, AND METHODS

An applicator system, including an application head, for applying a coati ng composition onto a surface, such as a floor. The head is particularly sui ted for applying a consistent thin coating, such as coating less than 5 mil thick, on the surface, following the gross contours of the surface. The coat ing can be a two-component or two-part system, and can have a high solids le vel. The head is suited for applying a coating composition with an applicato r system that includes a multi-compartment plastic bag or pouch, to separate individual components of the coating composition prior to reacting the indi vidual components together to form the coating composition, the pouch having internal seals that are readily and controllably rupturable.

JOINT COMPOUND TOOL INCLUDING OPENER

A joint compound tool (20) including a body having a first end (28), an opposing second end (30) and a handle (24). A blade portion (22) is attached to the first end of the body and a lid opener (24) is movably attached to the second end of the body, where the lid opener is movable between a storage position adjacent to the handle and an operative position away from the handle.

Procédé de raclage de plafonds et appareil pour sa mise en oeuvre.

Verfahren und Vorrichtung zum Einbringen von Mörtel in Löcher für Steinschrauben und dergleichen.

Verfahren zur Herstellung eines in Sgraffitomanier bemusterten Wand- und Deckenverputzes

Putzwerkzeug

Machine à meuler les plafonds

Motorisch angetriebenes Handgerät zum Fräsen von Nuten, insbesondere in Mauerwerk

ПРАВИЛО

Правило выполнено сборным, выравнивающий элемент и корпус представляют собой отдельные детали, которые жестко скреплены или непосредственно между собой, или через вставку, или через покрытие.

The method of covering the surface of the building and used for this robot

Leveling plastering device for building decoration

Intelligent wall plastering system

Smoothing blade for applied coatings - has blade with mounting hinged to elongate rod

Dispositif pour la formation de dessins en courbes sur du crepi frais

L'invention concerne un dispositif pour la formation de dessins en courbes sur du crepi frais a l'aide de spatules 5 guidees par un compas a verge. Le dispositif permet l'alignement parfait du bord d'attaque, selon la ligne 13-14, de la spatule 5 avec l'extremite 12 de la pointe 10 du compas.

Grinder with balèvres

Apparatus for the smoothing of the rough coat of the openings of wall

PERFECTIONNEMENT AUX OUTILS POUR PLATRIER

LA PRESENTE INVENTION CONCERNE LES OUTILS DE PLATRIER DESTINES A REALISER DES CORNICHES ET MOULURES EN PLATRE. L'OUTIL, SELON L'INVENTION, EST CONSTITUE D'UN CORPS 1 ALLONGE COMPORTANT UNE RAINURE TRANSVERSALE DANS LAQUELLE EST DISPOSEE UNE LAME AMOVIBLE 2 RENDUE SOLIDAIRE DU CORPS PAR PINCEMENT ENTRE UNE FACE DE LA RAINURE TRANSVERSALE, SERVANT DE MORS FIXE ET UN MORS MOBILE14 COMMANDE AU MOYEN D'UN EXCENTRIQUE EN BOUT D'UN LEVIER DE BLOCAGE3. LA PRESENTE INVENTION EST UTILISEE POUR LA REALISATION DE CORNICHES ET MOULURES EN PLATRE.

DEVICE PECKING [...] OF FRESH

Grinding machine the ceilings

LISSEUR DE JOINT D'ETANCHEITE

LISSEUR DE JOINT D'ETANCHEITE EN MATIERE PLASTIQUE SEMI-RIGIDE, EN FORME DE GOBELET PARALLELIPIPEDIQUE A BASE CARREE, DONT LES ANGLES SONT ARRONDIS (3 ANGLES DE RAYONS DIFFERENTS, UN ANGLE DROIT). IL PERMET DE RAMASSER LE JOINT D'ETANCHEITE EXTRUDE A L'AIDE D'UNE POMPE ET DE LE LISSER.

TRUELLE OU COUTEAU A ENDUIRE NOTAMMENT POUR LE JOINTOIEMENT DE PLAQUES DE PLATRE

CET APPAREIL COMPORTE, AU MOINS UN BORD 8 PRESENTANT, A PROXIMITE DE SES DEUX EXTREMITES, DEUX PARTIES RECTILIGNES 9 DANS LE PROLONGEMENT L'UNE DE L'AUTRE, RELIEES PAR UNE PARTIE 10, 12 EN DECROCHEMENT VERS LE CENTRE DE LA PLAQUE CONSTITUANT L'ELEMENT ESSENTIEL DE L'APPAREIL.

Wall, ceiling or floor levelling edge fitment - comprises hollow fillet with lower pointed edge, acute:angled projection with concave section

SCRAPER FOR COATINGS

Raclette pour égaliser, uniformiser et/ou lisser des enduits comprenant un manche (1), une pièce de fixation arrière du manche (2), un support de lame (3) et une lame (4) en élastomère souple. La lame de la raclette est crantée lorsque l'on veut égaliser ou uniformiser les enduits et la lame de la raclette est lisse lorsque l'on veut lisser les enduits.

Smoothing tool for plaster-based wall coatings - has a case in which is mounted a rotary wheel with bent metal blades

The wheel is motor driven to rotate rapidly and provide the required smoothing action on the mortar. Each plate has a projecting ridge and is fixed to a hub so that the ridges are positioned on a plane perpendicular to the rotational axis of the wheel. The mounting is in the shape of a flat basin beyond the rim of which project the ridges of the blades. The blades may be of any number and are positioned radially around the hub. The plates have reinforced edges which are bolted to a support plate and are inclined to the direction of movement at about 45 deg.

Applicator for floor coatings, and methods

An applicator system, including an application head, for applying a coating composition onto a surface, such as a floor. The head is particularly suited for applying a consistent thin coating, such as coating less than 5 mil thick, on the surface, following the gross contours of the surface. The coating can be a two-component or two-part system, and can have a high solids level. The head is suited for applying a coating composition with an applicator system that includes a multi-compartment plastic bag or pouch, to separate individual components of the coating composition prior to reacting the individual components together to form the coating composition, the pouch having internal seals that are readily and controllably rupturable.

GROUT SEALER APPLICATOR AND METHOD

A grout sealer applicator (10) increases efficiency in applying sealer to grout. A strip or patch of material (14) for releasably holding sealer is adapted to be held on a finger. For example, the material (14) is bonded to a rubber or plastic sleeve (12). As another example, the material (14) forms a band (40) around a finger.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A COATING WITH DECORATIVE PATTERNS, MINERAL COATING AND TOOLS FOR IMPLEMENTING SAME

The invention concerns a method for producing a coating with decorative patterns, a mineral coating and the tools for implementing said method. The method for coating with decorative patterns is characterised in that it consists in: a first step for depositing a coating layer (1) on the surface (2) to be coated; a second step for quasi-instantaneously forming patterns on the fresh and still malleable coating layer (1).

A DEVICE FOR SHAPING A SETTABLE SUBSTANCE

A device for shaping a settable substance comprising a body (11) having a passage therethrough and at least two parts (18, 19) which have adjacent side walls (15, 16) which are able to be detachably connected together to permit the body to be placed around an elongate member such as a post to thereby fully enclose it and having an internal surface of a predetermined shape, to thereby allow the body to be pressed onto a settable substance around a base of the post and substantially conform at least part of the settable substance to the shape of the internal surface.

Trowel

The present invention is a trowel having a blade with a rounded side edge, a straight side edge, and a notched edge between the rounded side edge and the straight side edge. The trowel may include a handle disposed opposite the notched edge and substantially parallel to the straight side edge, aligned with the plane of the blade. The blade may be made of a thin or flexible material, allowing the blade to be slightly deformed during use to create a consistent layer of adhesive. The rounded edge may be of a relatively smaller radius, allowing for a wider, shorter blade. In other embodiments, the rounded edge may be of a relatively bigger radius, allowing for a narrower, taller blade. The notched edge may be square notches, v-notches, u-notches, or other notch shapes according to user preference.

Plastic filler spatula/plane

Filler spatula/plane made of plastic for removing material from surfaces that are to be repaired by means of a filler. The filler can be introduced as before using the filler spatula/plane, whereby at the same time, there remains enough space in the working device for a cleaning tool for the surface of the spatula and for a device that is suitable for removing the excess material in the intact area around the damaged site. The filler spatula/plane has ribs on the outside which are elevated out of the plane of the outside and run across the longitudinal edge with a spacing between them, and between the two insides of the broad sides, it has a removable tool for at least cleaning the ribs and the interspaces between the ribs. In addition, a nonwoven emery cloth can also be arranged between the two insides.

Concrete surface trimming apparatus

An apparatus which is rugged and simple to use, and which can finish shot-crete to an acceptable flatness and finish is disclosed. The efficient mechanical apparatus eliminates the need for skilled hand finishing of concrete or another slurry sprayed on a wall. Labor costs are dramatically reduced to a fraction of generally accepted hand finishing costs. Finished appearance is much improved. The apparatus comprises: a frame; a shearing means which preferably is a revolving drum, to shear the slurry, slidably mounted on a carriage on the frame; carriage motivating and control means for moving the carriage on the frame; and, frame support means for spacing and positioning the frame adjacent to a side of the wall. A preferred aspect of this invention provides for a frame support means which comprises a track mounted on the wall and a tracking member positioned on a top side portion of the frame. When the lower portion of the frame is moved outwardly, the frame may be slid along the wall so ...

Method of constructing a tool for forming a decorative impression in a moldable material

The present invention is directed to a method of constructing a tool for forming an impression in a surface of a moldable material. The method includes the steps of: providing a mold for forming a tool, the mold including a pattern forming element for forming a pattern in a surface of the tool, and dispensing a first layer of flowable material into the mold. The first layer includes upper and lower surfaces and a predetermined pattern is formed in the lower surface of the first layer. The first layer is substantially hardened and a handle is positioned on the upper surface of the first layer. A second layer of flowable material is dispensed into the mold to cover at least substantially the entire surface of the first layer subsequent to hardening of the first layer, and the second layer is substantially hardened.

HEATING WIRE SUPPORT MESHING AND METHOD OF CONSTRUCTING A HEATED SURFACE WTH SAME

A heating wire support meshing and a method of constructing a heated surface, particularly a floor surface therewith, is described. The heating wire support meshing comprises one or more mats formed by transversely spaced parallel rows of wire support bridge elements interconnected together at their crossings. The bridge elements have electric heating wire support slots to receive and guide one or more electric heating wires along one or more desired paths. Bottom support formations extend along a bottom planar surface of the mat. Top support formations lie in a top planar surface of the mat. The wire support slots are adapted to support the one or more electric heating wires spaced below the top support formations. The support meshing also acts as a reinforcement of a sub floor on which the support meshing is installed.

A levelling gauge

A gauge (10; 110) for levelling a tread (42; 142) of a step (40; 140) made from concrete, the gauge (10; 110) comprising a surface (14; 114) which is, in use, adapted to be drawn across the tread (42; 142) to level same. The gauge (10; 110) also comprises a guide (16; 116) which is shaped and dimensioned to engage an edge (48; 148) of an adjacent step (40; 140) while the surface (14; 114) is being drawn across the tread (42; 142), in order to maintain the correct position of the surface (14; 114) relative to the tread (42; 142) during use. The position of the guide (16; 116) relative to the surface (14; 114) is adjustable in order to allow the gauge (10; 110) to be used with steps of various dimensions.

Устройство для оштукатуривания стен

Изобретение относится к области строительной техники, используемой для транспортирования и нанесения на обрабатываемую поверхность штукатурных растворов при производстве отделочных работ в строительстве. Техническим результатом является повышение качества оштукатуривания стен и увеличение скорости оштукатуривания стен. Технический результат достигается тем, что устройство для оштукатуривания стен содержит замешивающую станцию, соединенную шлангом для подачи штукатурного раствора и для подачи и забора воздуха со штукатурным рельсовым напылителем (ШТУРН) для напыления, выравнивания, шлифования, сушки и обеспыливания штукатурки, выполненным с возможностью перемещения по направляющим рельсам, смонтированным по периметру обрабатываемых стен, и содержащим в защитном пластиковом кожухе корпус, в центральной части которого установлен распылитель штукатурки для напыления штукатурки, с обеих сторон которого выполнены гнезда для съемных шлифовальных насадок, а с каждой стороны относительно распылителя ...

Шпатель-правило для финишных работ

Заявленная полезная модель относится к инструментам, используемым при отделочных работах, в частности для нанесения материалов на поверхность и их выравнивания. Техническим результатом предложенной к патентованию полезной модели является повышение производительности, инструмент снижает возможности потери прямолинейности рабочей пластины за счет жесткости конструкции и крепления в посадочном месте профильной рукояти. Также исключаются боковые подвижки и расшатывание рабочей пластины в крепежном узле при эксплуатации. Достигаемый технический результат заявленного шпателя-правила для финишных работ заключается в том, что шпатель-правило, содержит профильную ручку и рабочую пластину, соединенные между собой. При этом ручка имеет грибовидный профиль с плавными радиусами скругления, при этом ручка расположена перпендикулярно плоскости рабочей пластина и имеет консоль сопряжения с узлом жесткого крепления рабочей пластины шпателя, при этом по всей длине консоли сопряжения перед узлом крепления ...

Verfahren zur Herstellung von Phthalazinen

Vorrichtung zum Bearbeiten von Wand- und Deckenputz

Wall crack repairing method and grinding tool for performing the method.

The tool comprises a portion for grinding the surrounding area of a crack in a wall. The tool may comprise a sanding belt, cylinder or roller. The tool may include a portion for preventing grinding beyond a predetermined limit. In an alternative version the tool may include a blade or plane. The grinding portion may be provided at a distal end of the tool. The tool may include a hinged handle. A vacuum cleaner may be attached to the tool. The tool may be used in a method of repairing a wall wherein a channel is ground around a crack upto a defined depth and a tape is placed to bind the crack. In an alternative version the tape may be replaced by staples or grips.

Robotic vehicle

Render rite

A tool for the levelling of plaster or concrete

A device for the levelling of plaster or concrete on walls or floors comprises a float 8 fixed to a sliding mount 7 which acts about a bar 1. The bar is supported at opposite ends by mounting bases 4 with screw adjustable surface discs 3. The device is fitted with levelling bubbles 2. In use the device is to give linear spots on a wet mixture. Using the adjustable end bases to create the level required, the angled float is moved along the bar, from one end to the other, to spread and level the wet mix.

A method of applying and forming sealant

A method of applying and forming sealant in which the sealant is provided in a container 10 from which the sealant is applied as a bead (25, Fig 4), the container 10 having attached thereto a sealant contour forming tool 30, the method including separating the sealant contour forming tool 30 from the container 10, applying a bead 25 of sealant as shown in Fig 4, and using the separated sealant contour forming tool 30 independently of the container 10 to form a sealant bead to a desired contour. Preferably the container includes a peripheral wall, the sealant contour forming tool being attached by a frangible connection 32 to the one end of the peripheral wall and the method including separating the tool therefrom.

Gypsum crushing spray coating equipment

Spachtel

Es wird eine Spachtel beschrieben, insbesondere eine FensterbankspachteL Die beschriebene Spachtel weist eine Glättfläche und eine Grifffläche auf, wobei die Glättfläche von einer Stirnfläche der Spachtel zu einer anderen Stirnfläche der Spachtel hin geneigt ist.

PROCEDURES FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A VERZIERTEN VERPUTZES, MINERAL CLEAN AND TOOLS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF THE VERZIERTEN VERPUTZES

DEVICE FOR SMOOTHING PLATES OR BORDERS

Method of covering a surface of a building and robot therefor

Abstract The present invention relates to a robotic device configured to spray thermally insulating material onto an internal surface of a building, and allowing the thermally insulating material to solidify thereby forming a covering of the internal surface of the building, the internal surface being the underside of the floor of the building in an underfloor cavity. The robotic device carries a spray nozzle to spray the thermally insulating material and coupled to a source of thermally insulating material. The robotic device is configured to be introduced into the cavity and remotely operated.

CONCRETE-LEVELING SYSTEM

A leveling system for freshly poured concrete is provided comprising a hand screed and a hand float. The system includes a laser beam leveling system consisting of a laser transmitter mounted on the hand screed and a laser beam receiver target mounted on the hand float. The hand screed further includes an inclinometer mounted on top of the hand screed for maintaining the angle of the screed when the screed is used on sloped surfaces. Bubble levelers positioned on top of the hand screed and the hand float are used to maintain the hand screed and the hand float in a level position.

HYDRAULICALLY ACTUATED HANDLE APPARATUS

An apparatus including, a handle having a first end and a second end; an actuator attached to the handle; a tool plate for receiving a tool; a connector attached to the second end of the handle for pivotally connecting the handle to the tool plate; a hydraulic hose; and a hydraulically actuated brake assembly which is in communication with the actuator by the hydraulic hose. The brake assembly is operable to releasably hold the tool plate at a position relative to the connector and the handle on operation of the actuator.

HEATING WIRE SUPPORT MESHING AND METHOD OF CONSTRUCTING A HEATED SURFACE WITH SAME

A heating wire support meshing and a method of constructing a heated surface, particularly a floor surface therewith, is described. The heating wire support meshing comprises one or more mats formed by transversely spaced parallel rows of wire support bridge elements interconnected together at their crossings. The bridge elements have electric heating wire support slots to receive and guide one or more electric heating wires along one or more desired paths. Bottom support formations extend along a bottom planar surface of the mat. Top support formations lie in a top planar surface of the mat. The wire support slots are adapted to support the one or more electric heating wires spaced below the top support formations. The support meshing also acts as a reinforcement of a sub-floor on which the support meshing is installed.

METHOD OF COVERING A SURFACE OF A BUILDING AND ROBOT THEREFOR

A method of covering a surface of a building,the method comprising spraying an expandable foam material onto the surface and allowing the foam material to solidify whereby to form a covering of the surface and a robotic vehicle configured to carry out the method.

BUCKET SCOOP AND CLEANER/SCRAPER

The present disclosure provides a drywall tool including a scraping portion having an outwardly curved front portion extending between parallel side edge portions and a support member joined to the scraping portion by at least one fillet. The scraping portion may also be flexible to conform to the inner wall and resilient enough to prevent bending of the scraping portion around hardened putty or other materials attached to the inner wall of the bucket. The fillet may also provide a smooth connection to facilitate cleaning of the drywall tool.

APPLIANCE FOR PLASTERING ESCONSONS AND INSTRUMENT AS A SCREED ROLLER BY S.PYSMENSKYI USED IN IT (VARIANTS)

Electric trowelling machine without dead corner

Batch wall whole plate and batch wall method based on batch wall whole plate

INSTALLATION FOR the HIGHLIGHTING Of a HYDRAULIC LAYER FRAICHE Of COATING OF COMPLETION

SQUEEGEE FOR COATINGS

TOOL ALLOWING SIMULTANEOUSLY TO MAKE A REJINGOT AND ITS ROUND-OFF

Rotary tool for scraping

Triangular cutter bar assembly for surface work, has metallic handle in which ejection system is integrated, where system strikes blade on upper part of handle, in order to remove blade, when lower part of handle strikes ground

L'invention concerne un outil équipé d'un porte lame triangulaire auto bloquant avec système d'éjection. Il est constitué d'un manche avec poignée métallique sur lequel vient se fixer un porte lame triangulaire auto-bloquant équipé d'une lame triangulaire changeable. Le manche métallique de l'outil possède un dispositif d'éjection interne permettant le déblocage instantané de la lame. Lorsque la lame triangulaire est émoussée l'utilisateur frappe l'extrémité sur une surface dure, le dispositif d'éjection interne vient percuter la lame triangulaire et la débloque instantanément. Il suffit alors de faire pivoter la lame triangulaire sur une face neuve puis de la remboîter en la frappant sur une surface dure ou à l'aide d'un outil métallique afin d'avoir en permanence un outil opérationnel. Le dispositif selon l'invention est spécialement adapté aux travaux type décapage de façades ou raclage de sol.

Portable tool for finishing plaster surfaces - includes joint allowing angular movement between motor and finishing disc

aperfeiçoamento introduzido em régua para reboco

Concrete hand edger tool with water spray

A concrete corner edger or hand tool has a smoothing blade attached to a handle together with a water supply and an integral water sprayer, with the water sprayer being disposable over either end of the tool.

Apparatus for forming brick and block patterns on structural surfaces

An under layer of a mortar material such as stucco is first applied to a structural surface such as a wall or floor. Over this under layer a second layer is applied generally of a different color than the first layer. A tool having a guide bar, an elongated strip forming a measuring rod removably attached along one edge of the guide bar, a bubble level mounted thereon and a handle for manipulating the guide bar is used to form a straight edge for a mortar scratcher which is used to groove channels in the top layer of material. The measuring rod is placed in successive channels thus formed to provide a guide for the formation of subsequent such channels. The measuring rod is removably attached to the guide bar and can be selectively positioned in a vertical orientation relative thereto or in predetermined angular orientations so that the guide bar can be utilized in forming channels at right angles or acute angles relative to the channels initially formed.

CONCRETE-LEVELING SYSTEM

A leveling system for freshly poured concrete is provided comprising a hand screed and a hand float. The system includes a laser beam leveling system consisting of a laser transmitter mounted on the hand screed and a laser beam receiver target mounted on the hand float. The hand screed further includes an inclinometer mounted on top of the hand screed for maintaining the angle of the screed when the screed is used on sloped surfaces. Bubble levelers positioned on top of the hand screed and the hand float are used to maintain the hand screed and the hand float in a level position.

Texturizing a wall or ceiling with non-acoustical joint compound

A method of texturing a wall or ceiling with non-acoustical joint compound by providing a collapsible bag having an opening at its top and is adapted to contain non-acoustical joint compound for forming a textured coating on the wall or ceiling and providing a spray nozzle having a low pressure input port, a joint compound suction port attached to the opening at the top of the collapsible bag, and an output port for spraying the non-acoustical joint compound. A low pressure stream of air from an air gun attached to the low pressure input port urges a small quantity of the non-acoustical joint compound to be sprayed out of the spray nozzle when the bottom of the collapsible disposable bag is raised above its top to either allow or force the joint compound to flow into the suction port and into the interior of the spray nozzle.

AUTOMATED DRYWALL PLANNING SYSTEM AND METHOD

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.

Jointing device

Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft eine Verfugungsvorrichtung (1) zum kombinierten Aufbringen von Verfugungsmaterial (3) in Fugen und Aufbringen von Trennmittel (5) auf die frisch verfugte Fuge, umfassend eine Einrichtung (2) zum Aufbringen von Verfugungsmaterial und eine Einrichtung (4) zum Aufbringen von Trennmittel. Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft ferner eine Vorrichtung (21) zum kombinierten Aufbringen von Verfugungsmaterial (3) in Fugen und anschließendem Aufbringen von Trennmittel (5) auf die frisch verfugte Fuge, umfassend zwei im wesentlichen getrennte Behältnisse (14a, 16a), wobei ein Behältnis (16a) Verfugungsmaterial, das andere Behältnis (14a) Trennmittel enthält. Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft ferner einen Kit, bestehend aus zwei im wesentlichen getrennten Behältnissen, wobei ein Behältnis (16, 16a) ein Verfugungsmaterial (3), das andere (14, 14a) ein Trennmittel (5) enthält. Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft ferner eine Verwendung einer Doppelspritze zum getrennten ...

Trowel with handle

Trowel for use with brickwork The trowel has a handle (1), and a plate (15) wit ha holder (2) for the handle. The holder is fixed to the plate via an attachment section (4). A spacer (3) is provided which is inserted into an opening (6) of the handle along with a plug-in section (5). The plug-in section is secured against removal by a securing pin (8) introduced into the handle. The plug-in section is tapered in the direction of insertion, and fits perfectly with the opening. The handle is made of injection-moulded plastics.

ПРАВИЛО

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 ...

Шпатель-правило

Полезная модель относится к инструментам, используемым при отделочных работах, в частности для нанесения материалов на поверхность и их выравнивания.Технический результат заключается в расширении арсенала технических средств, реализующих свое назначение в виде конструкции шпателя-правило.Шпатель-правило содержит основание с ручкой и рабочую пластину, соединенные между собой узлом крепления, узел крепления представляет собой две параллельные зажимные пластины основания, между которыми расположен край рабочей пластины, рабочая пластина содержит ряд отверстий в месте крепления рабочей пластины и основания шпателя, рабочая пластина выполнена из металла, шпатель-правило содержит жестко и разъемно соединенные между собой основание с ручкой и рабочую пластину, основание с ручкой выполнено Z-образной формы с плавными эргономичными радиусами закруглений с углублением для удобного захвата пальцами рук, основание с ручкой выполнено из алюминиевого экструдированного профиля и содержит утолщённую радиусную кромку, рабочая пластина выполнена из пружинной нержавеющей стали и содержит на нижней стороне язычки для фиксации в паз между зажимными пластинами основания, причем верхняя зажимная пластина основания выполнена длиннее, чем верхняя зажимная пластина основания. Основание с ручкой может быть выполнено в виде экструдированного профиля из алюминиевого сплава АД31.Выполнение основания с ручкой Z-образной формы с плавными эргономичными радиусами закруглений с углублением для удобного захвата пальцами рук обеспечивает комфортный хват большими пальцами; оптимально подобранная ширина основания под хват пальцев позволяет без труда регулировать силу прижима шпателя к рабочей поверхности нанесения материала, а также его выравнивания. Кроме того, Z-образная форма основания с ручкой обеспечивает необходимую жесткость и прочность конструкции при сохранении высокой степени эргономичности. Утолщённая радиусная кромка обеспечивает комфортный хват большими пальцами рук, а также крепление к ...

Терка шлифовальная

Полезная модель относится к области строительства, а именно к ручным инструментам для шлифования стен, потолков и др. поверхностей зданий и сооружений, в частности к теркам шлифовальным.Технический результат полезной модели заключается в повышении качества обработки шероховатых поверхностей за счет объединения в одном устройстве шлифовального и измерительного приспособлений, позволяющего точно корректировать направление шлифовального инструмента, не прерывая шлифовальных работ, улучшая производительность и сокращая время шлифовальных работ.Заявленный технический результат достигается за счет конструкции терки шлифовальной, включающей ручку, жесткое основание, пористое покрытие и шлифовальную сетку, при этом на торцевой поверхности основания установлен излучатель лазерной подсветки, а над торцевыми поверхностями размещены боковые упоры и встроены пузырьковые продольные уровни, на боковых и торцевых поверхностях основания установлены излучатели лазерного теодолита, в боковые грани основания ...

Затирочная машина для отделки бетонной поверхности

Изобретение относится к области двигателестроения, а именно, к системам питания двигателей внутреннего сгорания, работающих на сжиженных нефтяных газах. Затирочная машина для отделки бетонной поверхности включает двигатель внутреннего сгорания, контур теплообмена для моторного масла и баллон сжиженного газа. Второй контур теплообмена для антифриза содержит циркуляционный насос, теплообменник, служащий для передачи тепла от моторного масла антифризу, расширительный бачок и газовый редуктор, имеющий две линии. В первую линию редуктора поступает нагретый антифриз из теплообменника, а во вторую линию по магистрали для жидкой фазы газа сжиженный газ из газового баллона. Второй выход второй линии газового редуктора соединен магистрально для паровой фазы газа с впускным коллектором двигателя. Техническим результатом является повышение эффективности охлаждения смазочного масла, обеспечение подогрева газа в редукторе без перегревов и увеличение срока службы редуктора. 3 ил.

Затирочная машина для отделки бетонной поверхности

Изобретение относится к области строительства, а именно к двухроторной затирочной машине, которая может быть использована для обработки бетонных полов. Технической задачей является упрощение конструкции. Технический результат достигается тем, что затирочная машина для отделки бетонной поверхности содержит жесткую раму для размещения на обрабатываемой бетонной поверхности, узел двигателя, прикрепленный к раме и связанный трансмиссией с двумя узлами роторов через соответственно два конических редуктора, указанные узлы роторов соединены с рамой с возможностью наклона и предназначены для фрикционного контакта с указанной бетонной поверхностью и поддержания рамы на этой бетонной поверхности; трансмиссия включает приводную ременную передачу, связанную ведущим шкивом с узлом двигателя, а ведомым шкивом - с входными валами указанных редукторов для передачи вращения узлам роторов, при этом трансмиссия включает промежуточный вал и дополнительную ременную передачу, связанную с указанными редукторами ...

УСТРОЙСТВО И СПОСОБ ОШТУКАТУРИВАНИЯ СТЕН

Изобретение относится к области строительства и предназначено для оштукатуривания стен с получением плоской или фактурной их поверхности. Устройство оштукатуривания стен содержит конструктивно и функционально взаимосвязанные между собой корпус и подвижной механизм подачи штукатурки с возможностью его поступательно-возвратного перемещения путем скольжения по направляющим подшипникам, при этом корпус выполнен в виде металлической рамы, составленной из неподвижного каркаса и выдвижного каркаса с возможностью его выдвижения до заданной высоты, а также с обеспечением, за счет смонтированных на раме упоров маяков, их упора в планки-маяки и натяжения с помощью винтовых растяжек, формирования в результате жесткой и неподвижной конструкции устройства, подвижный механизм подачи штукатурки составлен из взаимосвязанных между собой бункера для штукатурной смеси, двух или более цилиндрообразных транспортерных валиков, соединенных между собой транспортерной лентой, взаимосвязанных с транспортерными валиками ...

ТЕРКА

Изобретение относится к строительству, в частности к инструментам, используемым при отделочных работах для затирки накрывочного слоя штукатурного намета. Терка содержит пенопластовую стойку с рабочей поверхностью прямоугольной формы и пенопластовую ручку, выполненную за одно целое со стойкой и закрепленную на верхней поверхности стойки при помощи вертикальных опорных элементов, соединенных между собой посредством горизонтального элемента. Вертикальные опорные элементы выполнены в виде сплошной вертикальной стенки подковообразной формы, опирающейся нижней частью на верхнюю поверхность стойки посредине соосно продольной оси. Горизонтальный элемент выполнен в виде плоскости подковообразной формы, сопряженной с верхней частью вертикальной стенки, образующей вместе с последней нишу в виде рукоятки на поверхности стойки. Толщина стенок вертикальной стенки и плоскости подковообразной формы не меньше толщины пенопластовой ручки. Рабочая поверхность пенопластовой стойки выполнена квадратной формы ...

Фиксатор шва

Полезная модель относится к области строительства, а именно к инструментам и приспособлениям, используемым при отделочных работах, в частности к приспособлениям для обеспечения необходимого зазора между отдельными элементами при внутренней отделке, облицовке фасадов и стен зданий искусственным и натуральным камнем.Достигаемый полезной моделью технический результат - повышение универсальности устройства.Фиксатор шва выполнен в виде удлиненного бруска (1) из вспененного полимера. Поперечное сечение (2) бруска (1) имеет форму прямоугольника, отношение размеров большей стороны (3) которого к меньшей стороне (4) лежит в диапазоне 1,2÷1,5, а плотность указанного полимера составляет от 25 до 40 кг/м. 1 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 196 406 U1 (51) МПК E04F 21/165 (2006.01) E04G 21/18 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК E04F 21/165 (2018.08); E04G 21/18 (2018.08) (21)(22) Заявка: 2018141362, 26.11.2018 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: (73) Патентообладатель(и): Акционерное общество "Монолитстрой" (АО "Монолитстрой") (RU) Дата регистрации: 28.02.2020 (45) Опубликовано: 28.02.2020 Бюл. № 7 1 9 6 4 0 6 R U (54) ФИКСАТОР ШВА (57) Реферат: Полезная модель относится к области строительства, а именно к инструментам и приспособлениям, используемым при отделочных работах, в частности к приспособлениям для обеспечения необходимого зазора между отдельными элементами при внутренней отделке, облицовке фасадов и стен зданий искусственным и натуральным камнем. Достигаемый полезной моделью технический результат - повышение универсальности Стр.: 1 устройства. Фиксатор шва выполнен в виде удлиненного бруска (1) из вспененного полимера. Поперечное сечение (2) бруска (1) имеет форму прямоугольника, отношение размеров большей стороны (3) которого к меньшей стороне (4) лежит в диапазоне 1,2÷1,5, а плотность указанного полимера составляет от 25 до 40 кг/м3. 1 ил. U 1 U 1 Адрес для переписки: ...

Grout Sealer Applicator

The Grout Sealer Applicator is a plastic wand type tool used to apply grout sealer. The applicator wand can be attached to the end of a chemical sprayer trigger. The applicator has a long tubular body with an angled brush at one end and a connection nut on the other. The applicator shaft is hallow, allowing grout sealer to flow from the nut end, through the shaft and into the brush. The grout sealer applicator gives the user the ability to apply sealer directly onto the grout surface in a standing position. The Grout Sealer Applicator is a wand type tool used to apply grout sealer. The applicator wand can be attached to the end of a compression sprayer trigger. The applicator has a long tubular body with an angled brush at one end and a connection nut on the other. The applicator shaft is hallow, allowing grout sealer to flow from the nut end, through the shaft and into the brush. The grout sealer applicator gives the user the ability to apply sealer directly onto the grout surface in a standing position.

Flat finisher spring coupler and maintenance method

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.

Drywall knife with brace

A drywall knife with a retractable brace is disclosed. The knife comprises a handle; a substantially planar, flexible blade hingedly attached to the handle; and a brace having a cross-member wherein the brace is attached to the handle and wherein the cross-member defines at least one substantially non-linear profile wherein the cross-member substantially imparts a substantially non-linear profile to the blade. The knife may further comprise the cross-member defining two or more substantially non-linear or arcuate profiles, and the cross-member may be positionable to substantially impart different non-linear profiles selectively to the blade. The cross-member may further define knobby contact surfaces contactable with the blade. The brace may be substantially T-shaped, and the brace may be retractable.

Hand tool

A hand tool ( 10 ) for shaping joint compound ( 64 ) applied to a wall including a substantially rigid blade ( 12 ) having a handle ( 14 ), and wherein the blade ( 12 ) has a 5 preselected non-adjustable curvature ( 12 ).

Decorative concrete and method of installing the same

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.

Tile Floor Adhesive Spreading and Leveling Device

Disclosed is a tile floor adhesive spreader device and method of spreading tile adhesive in a defined pathway, comprising a rectangular frame having a first and second set of roller wheels, removable side inserts, a rear trowel blade and a defined railway for guiding the second set of wheels along a straight pathway. The frame is one comprising four side panels having width adjustment, an open interior section for retaining pouring adhesive and upstanding posts for slideably retaining the frame side inserts and allowing the inserts to slide against and follow the subfloor surface. The rear trowel blade is adjustably mounted to the rear of the frame for defining the upper surface of the adhesive aft of the frame, while the first set of wheels rolls along a surface placed over installed tile and the second set of wheels travels along an upstanding portion of an L-shaped guide rail.

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

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.

NONWOVEN SUBSTRATE FOR JOINT TAPE AND JOINT TAPE THAT IS DIMENSIONALLY STABLE AND FOLDABLE WITHOUT LOSING MECHANICAL STRENGTH CONTAINING SAID SUBSTRATE

Nonwoven substrate for joint tape containing vegetable fibres from softwood or hardwood pulp, possibly with synthetic fibres and/or possibly glass fibres, characterised in that it also contains flax fibres obtained by rating. Joint tape including the substrate. 1. Nonwoven substrate for joint tape containing vegetable fibres from softwood or hardwood pulp , possibly with synthetic fibres and/or possibly glass fibres , characterised in that it also contains flax fibres obtained by retting.2. Substrate as claimed in claim 1 , characterised in that the flax fibres account for at least 30% by weight of the total fibres.3. Substrate as claimed in claim 1 , characterised in that the vegetable fibres from softwood or hardwood pulp account for at least 30% claim 1 , and advantageously 40% claim 1 , by weight of the total fibres.4. Substrate as claimed in claim 1 , characterised in that the synthetic fibres advantageously account for at least 10% by weight of the total fibres.5. Substrate as claimed in claim 1 , characterised in that it has a single layer and mass between 50 and 120 g/m claim 1 , and advantageously between 70 and 100 g/m.6. Substrate as claimed in claim 1 , characterised in that it has two layers claim 1 , the fibres of the upper layer exclusively containing vegetable fibres from softwood or hardwood pulp.9. Substrate as claimed in claim 1 , characterised in that the fibres are bound together by a binding agent added at 15 to 40 g/m claim 1 , and advantageously at 20 to 40 g/m.10. Joint tape containing the nonwoven substrate as claimed in any of to claim 1 , with an adhesive layer on one side. The subject of the invention is a nonwoven substrate for joint tape. It also concerns joint tape containing said substrate, said joint tape being dimensionally stable and foldable without losing mechanical strength.In a known manner, joint tape is designed to be applied between two panels, notably drywall, to ensure continuity. Such drywall panels can be used on walls ...

Tool for pointing bullnose and method thereof

A tool for pointing or filling joints formed between bullnose paving stones or pavers and method thereof are provided. The tool includes an arcuate, resilient body having an inner, concave-shaped surface and an outer, convex-shaped surface, the arcuate, resilient body configured to conform to a convex-shaped rounded portion of each of the at least two adjacent bullnose coping pavers; and a handle coupled to the outer, convex-shaped surface for manipulating the body. The opening of the arcuate, resilient body has an angle of about 45 degrees to about 90 degrees. The resilient body deforms to conform to a variety of sizes of bullnose paving stones or pavers when positioned thereon and returns to its original shape when removed. The tool may further include a finishing member for smoothing a material disposed in the joint formed between the bullnose paving stones or pavers.

Multi-Functional Filler Processor

A multi-functional filler processor includes a handle and three tool bits. The first tool bit is formed at a first end of the handle. The second tool bit is connected to a second end of the handle. The third tool bit is movably attached to the handle between an idle position and an active position.

Folding Trowel Assembly With Multiple Blades

A folding trowel assembly has multiple trowel blades of assorted types and sizes housed in a casing. The folding trowel assembly allows for different trowel blades to be unfolded and used as needed. A pivot mechanism includes a pivot pin for positioning each of the trowel blades into a working position at an adjustable angle relative to the casing. A release mechanism applies compression to the stacked trowel blades to inhibit rotation of the trowel blades about the pivot pin and relieves compression from the stacked trowel blades to permit rotation of the trowel blades about the pivot pin. An angle between the casing body and the casing neck tab allows trowel blades to be pivoted such that sufficient clearance is provided between the casing body and a work surface to permit the casing body to be used as a handle for each of the trowel blades. 1. A folding trowel assembly comprising:(a) a stacked plurality of trowel blades, each of said trowel blades comprising a trowel, a trowel blade neck and a trowel blade neck tab, said trowel blade neck tab angled to said trowel blade neck and angled to said trowel, said trowel blade neck tab having a hole formed therein for receiving a pivot pin;(b) a casing for housing said stacked plurality of trowel blades, said casing comprising a casing body, a casing neck and a casing neck tab, said casing neck tab angled to said casing neck and angled to said casing body, said casing neck tab having at least one hole formed therein to receive said pivot pin;(c) a pivot mechanism comprising at least said pivot pin for positioning each of said trowel blades into a working position at an adjustable angle relative to said casing;(d) a release mechanism operatively associated with said pivot mechanism, said release mechanism capable of applying compression to said stacked plurality of trowel blades to inhibit rotation of said trowel blades about said pivot pin and relieving compression from said stacked plurality of trowel blades to permit ...

Spreading Device for a Cement Ground

A spreading device includes a blade, a control structure mounted on the blade, and an operation handle unit connected with the control structure. The control structure includes a base locked onto the blade, a driving stand formed on the base, a limit stand formed on the base, a pivoting support pivotally connected with the limit stand by a screw member, a control rod mounted on the pivoting support, a cam seat secured on a first end of the control rod, a driving rod having a first end pivotally mounted on the driving stand and a second end pivotally connected with and located at an eccentric position of the cam seat, and an elongate push bar having a first end mounted on a second end of the control rod and a second end securely connected with the operation handle unit.

Drywall mud applicator wheelless control tube

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.

PREFILL TOOL FOR FINISHING WALLBOARD JOINTS

A prefill tool for finishing wallboard joints is provided for finishing a wallboard joint, and includes a box assembly defining a hopper, having a top wall and a front wall constructed and arranged for engaging the wallboard joint. The front wall partially defines a gate dimensioned for dispensing joint compound stored in the hopper. Also, the gate is located on a skid plate mounted on the front wall, the skid plate having a main portion, and a gate portion partially defining the gate being displaced from a plane defined by the main portion. 1. A prefill tool for finishing a wallboard joint , comprising:a box assembly defining a hopper, having a top wall and a front wall constructed and arranged for engaging the wallboard joint;said front wall defining a gate dimensioned for dispensing joint compound stored in said hopper;said gate being located on a skid plate mounted on said front wall, said skid plate having a main portion, and a gate portion partially defining said gate being displaced from a plane defined by said main portion.2. The tool of claim 1 , wherein said gate is in communication with said hopper and has a front edge inclined towards said hopper.3. The tool of claim 1 , wherein at least one of said skid plate main portion and said gate portion have a tapered trailing edge.4. The tool of claim 3 , wherein said gate portion defines a plane in spaced claim 3 , parallel orientation relative to said skid plate main portion.5. The tool of claim 3 , wherein both said skid plate main portion and said gate portion have a tapered trailing edge.6. The tool of claim 1 , further including an adjustable screed blade located on said box assembly adjacent said gate.7. The tool of claim 6 , wherein said gate has a front edge inclined toward said hopper claim 6 , said front edge having a base edge adjacent said screed blade.8. The tool of claim 1 , wherein said gate is trapezoidal claim 1 , with a long edge adjacent said top wall and a short edge in spaced claim 1 , ...

ADJUSTABLE KNOCKDOWN TOOL

An adjustable knockdown tool includes a coupling member, a blade support, and an actuator. The coupling member includes a housing defining a channel. The housing includes an actuator receptacle and a locking element that is located between the actuator receptacle and the channel. The locking element is movable between locking and releasing positions. The blade support extends through the channel and is coupled to a blade member. The blade support is rotatable relative to the channel when the locking element is at the releasing position so as to change an angle of the blade member, and the blade support is fixed relative to the channel when the locking element is at the locking position so as to fix the angle of the blade member. The actuator is configured to be coupled to the actuator receptacle to cause the locking element to move from the releasing to the locking position. 1. An adjustable knockdown tool comprising:a coupling member including a housing, the housing defining a channel extending through the housing between a first channel aperture defined at the housing and a second channel aperture defined at the housing, the housing further including an actuator receptacle and a locking element, the locking element located between the actuator receptacle and the channel, the locking element being movable between a locking position at which the locking element extends into the channel and a releasing position at which the locking element retracts away from the channel toward the actuator receptacle;a blade support extending through the channel, the blade support coupled to a blade member that extends out from the blade support, the blade support being rotatable relative to the channel when the locking element is at the releasing position so as to change an angle of the blade member relative to the housing, and the blade support being fixed relative to the channel when the locking element is at the locking position so as to fix the angle of the blade member relative ...

Painting Tool

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.

Applicator for Applying a Sealing Mass

An applicator () having a feed opening () and a dispensing opening () situated opposite from the feed opening () for applying a sealing compound to a substrate, wherein the applicator () has a protruding blade () for smoothing the applied sealing compound, the blade () has a top side () and a bottom side (), the bottom side () being situated adjacent to the dispensing opening (), and the blade () has a right blade section () and a left blade section () situated opposite from the right blade section (), the right blade section () and the left blade section () protruding laterally, and the blade () also having a front blade section () that protrudes in the distal direction, and the blade sections () being beveled in such a way that a right outer edge () is provided on the right blade section (), a left outer edge () is provided on the left blade section (), and a front outer edge () that joins the right outer edge () and the left outer edge () is provided on the front blade section (), wherein the outer edges () lie in the plane of the bottom side (), and the dispensing opening () is situated at a distance from the front outer edge (). 1200202201202. An applicator () having a feed opening () and a dispensing opening () situated opposite from the feed opening () for applying a sealing compound to a substrate ,{'b': 200', '212, 'wherein the applicator () has a protruding blade () for smoothing the applied sealing compound,'}{'b': 212', '228', '229', '229', '201, 'wherein the blade () has a top side () and a bottom side (), the bottom side () being situated adjacent to the dispensing opening (), and'}{'b': 212', '209', '210', '209', '209', '210', '212', '211, 'wherein the blade () has a right blade section () and a left blade section () situated opposite from the right blade section (), the right blade section () and the left blade section () protruding laterally, and the blade () also having a front blade section () that protrudes in the distal direction,'}{'b': 209', ' ...

Drywall tape dispenser actuated using a drill

A drywall tape dispenser actuated using a drill has an “L” shaped member having a top cross piece, an elongated side piece, and an elbow portion therebetween thereby forming an L-shape, a first spindle member at a bottom portion of the elongated side piece, a second spindle member at a top portion of the elongated side piece and within the elbow portion, and a third spindle member between the first and second spindle members. An active pressure roller rotatably attached to a distal end section of the top cross piece opposite the elbow portion adapted to press on a surface portion of tape passing thereby. A passive pressure roller rotatably attached to the distal end section of the top cross piece opposite the elbow portion and spaced from the active pressure roller and adapted to press on an opposite surface portion of the tape passing thereby, such that the active pressure roller and the passive pressure roller are adapted to pinch the tape passing therethrough. 1. A drywall tape dispenser comprising an “L” shaped member having a top cross piece , an elongated side piece , and an elbow portion therebetween thereby forming an L-shape , a first spindle member at a bottom portion of said elongated side piece , a second spindle member at a top portion of said elongated side piece and within said elbow portion , and a third spindle member between said first and second spindle members; an active pressure roller rotatably attached to a distal end section of said top cross piece opposite said elbow portion adapted to press on a surface portion of tape passing thereby; a passive pressure roller rotatably attached to said distal end section of said top cross piece opposite said elbow portion and spaced from said active pressure roller and adapted to press on an opposite surface portion of said tape passing thereby , such that said active pressure roller and said passive pressure roller are adapted to pinch said tape passing therethrough; a sub- frame member attached to and ...

RAPID CAULK TAPE SYSTEM AND METHOD

The device is a tape having a pair of parallel perforated lines running lengthwise along the center of the tape having a pressure-sensitive adhesive coating on a bottom surface of said tape whereby the tape is comprised of three sections: a first adhesive section, a non-adhesive section and a second adhesive section, with the non-adhesive section defined by the perforated lines. 1. A rapid caulk tape system comprising:a tape provided in rolls,said tape being only a single layer having a pair of parallel perforated lines running lengthwise along the center of the tape and a crease formed along a center of the tape between said perforated lines to facilitate positioning of the tape in a wall corner;a removable central section defined by said parallel perforated lines;andsaid tape having a pressure-sensitive adhesive coating on a bottom surface of said tape, the pressure-sensitive adhesive coating located between said perforated line and an exterior perimeter of said tape such that said tape is thereby comprised of three sections: a first adhesive section, a non-adhesive section and a second adhesive section, with said removable non-adhesive center section defined by the perforated lines.2. The rapid caulk tape system of claim 1 , wherein said tape has a release coating on a top surface such that the pressure-sensitive adhesive on the bottom surface will releasably engage the release coating for manual separation of the tape when rolled upon itself.3. The rapid caulk tape system of claim 1 , wherein a crease is formed along a center of the tape between said perforated lines to facilitate positioning of the tape in a wall corner.4. The rapid caulk tape system of claim 3 , wherein said tape further includes evenly spaced slits along at least one exterior edge claim 3 , the slits running perpendicular to said crease claim 3 , to facilitate positioning of the tape along a curved surface.5. The rapid caulk tape system of claim 1 , wherein self-release properties of the ...

JOINT-SEALING TAPE AND SEALING ARRANGEMENT WITH SUCH SEALING TAPE

A joint-sealing tape can be used for sealing a joint between a first building part and a second building part with an elongated carrier and at least two separate sealing strips, which have a round cross section and are disposed on the carrier, spaced apart, side-by-side and running in the longitudinal direction of the carrier. 1. A joint-sealing tape for sealing a joint between a first building part and a second building part , said joint sealing tape comprising:an elongated carrier and at least two separate sealing strips, which are disposed on the carrier, spaced apart, side-by-side and running in a longitudinal direction of the carrier,whereinthe sealing strips have a round cross section.2. The joint-sealing tape according to claim 1 , wherein the sealing strips are disposed on an outer rim of the carrier.3. The joint-sealing tape according to claim 1 , wherein the sealing strips are firmly joined to the carrier at least over part of their circumference.4. The joint-sealing tape according to claim 3 , wherein the sealing strips are firmly joined to the carrier over their entire circumference.5. The joint-sealing tape according to claim 1 , wherein the sealing strips consist of a deformable material.6. The joint-sealing tape according to claim 5 , wherein the sealing strips consist of an intumescent material.7. The joint-sealing tape according to claim 5 , wherein the sealing strips consist of one piece made from one material or of multiple parts made from several materials and exist as a layered body.8. The joint-sealing tape according to claim 1 , wherein the carrier consists of a plastic film claim 1 , of a fabric claim 1 , or of a nonwoven.9. A sealing arrangement for sealing a joint between two juxtaposed building parts claim 1 , said sealing arrangement comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'b': 2', '2', '1', '1', '2', '1, 'at least one first building part, one second building part and a joint-sealing tape according to , wherein a side ...

TOOLS FOR APPLYING COATINGS AND METHOD OF USE

Disclosed are tools for use in the building construction industry to apply coatings to surfaces. A trowel is disclosed for shaping a wet coating mixture on a surface. The trowel includes channels in the trowel head. Each channel forms a crest in the wet coating mixture in response to the trowel being passed over the wet coating mixture. Also disclosed is a tool for leveling a coating on a surface. The tool includes a screed bar, a screed bar coupling device, and a handle. The one or more than one screed bar coupling device removeably couples the screed bar to a substrate that includes the surface that the coating is to be applied to. The screed bar provides a level screed reference for the wet coating mixture. After the wet coating mixture is leveled, the screed bar is removed from the substrate. 1. A trowel for shaping a wet coating mixture , the trowel comprising: a bottom surface, wherein the bottom surface is configured to contact the wet coating mixture;', 'and', 'a plurality of channels in the bottom surface, wherein each channel is configured to shape the wet coating mixture in response to the trowel moving across a surface of the wet coating mixture., 'a trowel head, wherein the trowel head comprises2. The trowel of claim 1 , wherein the channel extends a channel length from a trowel head rear surface to a trowel head front surface claim 1 , wherein the channel length is greater than or equal to ¼ inch (6.35 mm).3. The trowel of claim 2 , wherein the channel further comprises:a channel entrance opening in the trowel head rear surface, wherein the channel entrance opening has a channel entrance opening height;anda channel exit opening in the trowel head front surface, wherein the channel exit opening has a channel exit opening height;wherein the channel entrance opening height and the channel exit opening height are both equal to or greater than 3/16 inch (4.76 mm).4. The trowel of claim 3 , wherein the channel entrance opening height is larger than the ...

A Trowel for Finishing Cementitious Materials

The present invention provides a modified finishing trowel tool comprising a blade having a contact surface with a planar and convex component. One edge of the longitudinal edge of the blade is configured with a protruding convex surface such that when pushed or parallel with the trowel handle a uniform concave channel way is formed along the surface of the semi-cured cementitious surface. Thus when the trowel is oriented in a substantially horizontal position along the surface and moved along its longitudinal direction, a concave indentation is created in the cementitious material. This trowel is particularly useful in forming a uniform drainage ditch along the surface of the final, cured cementitious material such as along the perimeter of a cement basement floor. 1. A trowel for use with fluent cementitious materials comprising:a. a handle; and i. a planar portion; and', 'ii. an outward curved portion along the longitudinal edge wherein the outward curved portion incurvates a fluent cementitious surface., 'b. a blade being affixed to the handle; the blade being roughly parallel to the handle and having an upper surface and a contact surface, the contact surface comprising;'}2. The trowel of in which the handle is a hollow cylinder affixed to the upper surface of the blade to allow a comfortable grip.3. The trowel of further having a tang projecting orthogonally from the upper surface of the blade to affix the handle parallel to the longitudinal edge of the blade.4. The trowel of where the tang is affixed only to the forward and rearward portions of the handle to allow a comfortable grip.5. The trowel of wherein the blade is composed of stainless steel.6. The trowel of wherein the blade is composed of fiberglass.7. The trowel of in which the outward curved portion of the blade has a plate affixed as a cross-sectional cap on the forward and rearward ends to prevent cementitious material from flowing over the blade.8. The trowel of in which the shape of the cap at ...

AUTOMATED DRYWALL PLANNING SYSTEM AND METHOD

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 ...

SKIMMING TOOL

A skimming tool 1 for smoothing and levelling wet plaster applied to a surface comprising: an elongate generally rectangular, flat, flexible, elastomeric web 2 and an elongate, substantially rigid handle 3 connected to and extending along substantially the length of one long edge of the web, wherein the handle is adapted to be gripped by the user at any point along its length. 1. A skimming tool for smoothing and levelling wet finish coat plaster applied to a surface comprising: an elongate generally rectangular , flat , flexible , elastomeric web and an elongate , substantially rigid handle connected to and extending along substantially the length of one long edge of the web , wherein the handle is adapted to be gripped by the user at any point along its length.2. A skimming tool as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the handle is formed with a recess extending along the length of the handle; and wherein an edge portion of the web is received and held in the recess in a slack fit which permits sliding movement of the edge portion of the web along the length of the recess but prevents movement of the web out of the recess in the direction perpendicular to the length of the recess.3. A skimming tool as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the edge of the web has an enlarged section which is held in a complementary enlarged section of the recess to prevent movement of the web out of the recess in the direction perpendicular to the length of the recess.4. A skimming tool as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the enlarged sections of the web and the recess are in the form of a ball and socket.5. A skimming tool as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the handle has a generally rectangular profile with a first side generally co-planar with the web and a second side generally perpendicular to the web and being formed with a curved recess therealong adapted to receive the fingertips of the user.6. A skimming tool as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the handle is hollow and is closed off by end removable ...

UTILITY TOOL

A utility tool with at least one blade that is capable of being disposed at least partially within the body of the utility tool. The at least one blade may swivel around an access of rotation and engage with a locking mechanism to keep the blade secure when in use and secure in the body when in a closed position. 1. A utility tool comprising: a front side opposite a back side and at least one side surface disposed between the front side and the back side;', 'a top end opposite a proximate end; and', 'an opening defined by the body, the opening extending through at least a portion of the at least one side surface;, 'a body comprisinga first blade having a pivot end and a distal end, the pivot end disposed within the opening and rotatably coupled to the top end such that the first blade is capable of being rotated about an axis, wherein the first blade includes a securing notch;a channel disposed within the front side of the body;a blade engagement member disposed at least partially within the channel and engagable with a securing notch of the first blade; anda biasing element disposed within the body and coupled to the blade engagement member.2. The utility tool of claim 1 , wherein the first blade further comprises a blade protrusion disposed opposite the securing notch.3. The utility tool of claim 1 , wherein the first blade flares outwardly from the pivot end to the distal end such that the pivot end is narrower than the distal end.4. The utility tool of claim 1 , further comprising a second blade having a second pivot end and a second distal end claim 1 , the second pivot end disposed within the opening and rotatably coupled to the top end such that the second blade is capable of being rotated about the axis.5. The utility tool of claim 1 , wherein the first blade is rotatably coupled to the top end of the body via a pivot pin claim 1 , the pivot pin comprising a binding post and a fastener claim 1 , and wherein the first blade has a bore at the pivot end of the ...

DRYWALL JOINT TOOL

A drywall joint tool includes a housing with upper and lower surfaces and an interior. A drivetrain is mounted in said interior and originates at a drive input shaft. The drivetrain reduces the rotational speed and increases the torque force from the drive input shaft to multiple rollers depending downwardly from the housing lower surface. A guide fence also depends downwardly from the housing lower surface and includes a guide wall. The spacing between the guide rollers in the guide wall correspondence to nominal and compressed thicknesses of a gypsum board panel along a cut edge traversed by the tool. In an alternative embodiment, four guide rollers are provided. 1. A drywall joint tool for compressing a cut edge of a gypsum board panel with a cut edge , which tool includes:a housing with upper and lower surfaces and a housing interior;a drivetrain including an input driveshaft extending from the housing upper surface and a pair of drive rollers depending downwardly from said housing lower surface;said drivetrain configured for reducing rotational speeds at said drive rollers from an input driveshaft speed and increasing torque force from said input driveshaft to said drive rollers;a panel edge constraint depending downwardly from said housing lower surface and configured for engagement by said panel along said cut edge thereof;said panel edge constraint and said drive rollers forming a slot therebetween with a minimum width corresponding to a compressed thickness of said panel along said cut edge thereof; andsaid tool being configured for simultaneously traversing and compressing said panel in said slot said along said cut edge.2. The drywall joint tool according to claim 1 , which includes:said panel edge constraint comprising a guide fence depending downwardly from said panel lower surface, said guide fence including a guide wall positioned in spaced relation from said drive rollers.3. The drywall joint tool according to claim 2 , wherein said guide fence is ...

METHOD FOR PLASTERING CONSTRUCTION IN ARCHITECTURAL DECORATION

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 ...

TAPE DISPENSER

A tape dispenser providing a dispensing assembly adapted to accommodate various widths of tape, wherein the dispensing assembly is operatively associated with a handle assembly to enable self-alignment of the dispensing tape and the dispensing assembly, and wherein a cutting assembly is operatively associated with the dispensing assembly for selectively cutting the dispensing tape. 1. A tape dispenser comprising:a body plate providing three attachment points in a triangular arrangement;a first attachment point of the three attachment points operatively associated with a tape hub in such a way that the tape hub is rotatably and telescopically connected thereto;a cutting handle pivotably connected about the first of the three attachment points;the cutting handle providing a nesting beak having a mouth;a cutting blade disposed upward and inward of a center of each of the second attachment point and third attachment point of the three attachment points; andthe cutting blade disposed along a nested cavity, wherein the nesting beak is dimensioned to be slidably received in the nested cavity so that the cutting blade is slidably received in said mouth.2. The tape dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the tape hub is dimensioned to engage an inner circumference of a tape roll.3. The tape dispenser of claim 1 , further comprising:a second and third of the three attachment points rotatably connected to two roller assemblies, respectively.4. The tape dispenser of claim 1 , further comprising:the body plate having a front surface and a rear surface opposing the front surface;the front surface providing the three attachment points; anda handle pivotable connected to the rear surface.5. The tape dispenser of claim 4 , further comprising:a handle lock configured to move the handle between a locked condition and an unlocked pivotable condition.6. The tape dispenser of claim 1 , further comprising:one or more locking mechanism disposed along the tape hub, each locking mechanism movable ...

JOINT COMPOUND TOOL

A joint compound tool including a handle having a first end and a second end where a blade portion is attached to the first end and a mixing member is attached to the second end. The handle, the blade portion and the mixing member each have substantially the same thickness where the mixing member is used to mix joint compound and the blade is used to apply the joint compound to a surface. 1. A joint compound tool comprising:a handle having a first end and a second end;a blade portion attached to said first end; anda mixing member attached to said second end,wherein said handle, said blade portion and said mixing member each have substantially the same thickness, andwherein the mixing member is used to mix joint compound and the blade is used to apply the joint compound to a surface.2. The tool of claim 1 , wherein said mixing member and said handle each have a width claim 1 , said width of said mixing member being greater than said width of said handle.3. The tool of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of a peripheral surface of said mixing member is curved.4. The tool of claim 1 , wherein said blade portion includes a blade.5. The tool of claim 4 , wherein said blade is made of a first material and said handle and said mixing member are made of a second material claim 4 , wherein said first material is different from said second material.6. The tool of claim 1 , wherein said blade portion and said mixing member are integrally formed with said handle.7. The tool of claim 1 , wherein said blade portion and said mixing member each have a width that is greater than a width of said handle.8. A joint compound tool assembly comprising:a container having a bottom wall and a sidewall extending from said bottom wall, said bottom wall defining a receptacle; anda joint compound tool configured to be inserted and secured in said receptacle, said tool including a handle having a first end and a second end, a blade portion attached to said first end and a mixing member attached ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR SMOOTHING DRYWALL MUD

Apparatus and methods for smoothing and blending drywall mud are provided. The apparatus provides a tool having one or more flexible blades to be applied to unfinished cured drywall mud. The blades may be selectively flexed by driving a displacement member towards or away from the blades. The flexed blades may be used to smooth and feather portions of drywall mud to conceal underlying irregularities and to blend with surrounding drywall. The blades may be biased against the displacement member by biasing mechanisms. The tool may receive multiple blades, including a rough-edged blade for a first pass across the drywall mud and a smooth-edged blade for a subsequent pass across the drywall mud. The blades may be kept in place with connectors which may be flexibly connected to allow for flexion. 1. Apparatus for smoothing drywall mud , the apparatus comprising:a body having a support;a flexible blade assembly engaged with the body, the blade assembly extending in a transverse direction and flexible in a first flexion direction orthogonal to the transverse direction, the blade assembly having first and second locations spaced apart in the transverse direction and substantially fixed in the flexion direction relative to the body;a blade adjustment mechanism adjustably coupled between the support and a portion of the blade assembly located between the first and second locations in the transverse direction and adjustable to flex the portion of the blade assembly in the first flexion direction.2. Apparatus according to wherein the blade adjustment mechanism comprises a displacement member that is movable relative to the support in the first flexion direction and is in contact with the portion of the blade assembly.3. Apparatus according to wherein the displacement member is movable claim 2 , relative to the support claim 2 , to a first position wherein contact between the displacement member and the portion of the blade assembly causes a first deformation of the portion of ...

Joint sealing compound and tool for the treatment thereof and set and illuminating means

A joint sealing compound for the in-situ production of connection joints in wet areas. The joint sealing compound is based on acrylates. The joint sealing compound is either light-curable only with a light which is outside of the UV range, or the joint sealing compound is curable via a dual-curing process wherein the joint sealing compound is moisture-curing with a light which is outside of the UV range.

ADJUSTABLE STOPPER ASSEMBLY FOR PRESS BRAKE

The present disclosure provides for a reversible and adjustable stopper assembly comprised of an upper frame, L-bracket, connector portion and stopping member. The stopper can be configured to be secured to at least two main types of press brakes. The stopping portion of the stopper is also reversible, allowing for less sheet metal to be inserted into the press brake, if desired. The stopper assembly can be slid in a horizontal manner, relative to the press brake to preserve the measurement of the sheet metal from one end of the press brake to the other. 1. An adjustable stopper assembly for use in a press brake comprising:an upper frame to connect to a front portion of the press brake;an adjustable L-bracket pivotally connected to the upper frame to support the upper frame;an adjustable connector portion secured to the adjustable L-bracket and releasably secured to a rear portion of the press brake; and,a stopping member releasably secured to the upper frame to stop a layer of sheet metal positioned in the press brake.2. The adjustable stopper assembly of wherein the adjustable connector portion is further comprised of upper and lower segments adjustably secured to one another by a thumb nut.3. The adjustable stopper assembly of wherein the upper frame is further comprised of a U-shaped front member.4. The adjustable stopper assembly of wherein the stopping member is further comprised of a stopper thumb nut to slide along a length of the upper frame.5. The adjustable stopper assembly of wherein the stopping member is further comprised of an adapter length.6. The adjustable stopper assembly of wherein the adapter length is 3 inches in length.7. The adjustable stopper assembly of further comprised of a first position and a second position;wherein the first position is when the upper frame is at a 0-degree angle and oriented away from the adjustable connector portion;and wherein the second position is when the upper frame is at a 180-degree angle and oriented over the ...

FOLDING TOOL

Provided is a tool that includes a handle assembly including a top portion and a bottom portion. The tool also includes a lock plate disposed between the top and bottom portions and having a deflectable arm having a free end biased towards the top portion, a fixed end opposite the free end, an inner edge, an outer edge, and a detent near the free end and the inner edge. The tool additionally includes a blade having first and second ends, an indent in a bottom surface of the blade near the first end for engaging the detent in a closed position, and a ramp on the bottom surface near the indent defining a reduced thickness portion of the blade that reduces in thickness from the indent towards an edge of the blade to reduce contact between the detent and the blade during rotation of the blade. 1. A tool including:a handle assembly including a top portion and a bottom portion;a lock plate disposed between the top and bottom portions and having a deflectable arm having a free end biased towards the top portion, a fixed end opposite the free end, and a detent near the free end; anda blade disposed between the top portion and the lock plate, the blade having top and bottom surfaces, an indent in the bottom surface for engaging the detent in a closed position, and a ramp on the bottom surface defining a reduced thickness portion of the blade that reduces in thickness from the indent towards an edge of the blade to reduce contact between the detent and the blade during rotation of the blade.2. The tool according to claim 1 , wherein the deflectable arm additionally includes an inner edge claim 1 , an outer edge claim 1 , an elongate opening near the fixed end and spaced from the inner and outer edges to form a pair of continuous regions of the deflectable arm around the elongate opening extending in a direction from the fixed end towards the free end.3. The tool according to claim 2 , wherein the elongate opening has an inner edge proximate and parallel to the inner edge of ...

Joint Compound Application Assembly

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 ...

JOINT COMPOUND SPREADING TOOL FOR DRYWALL JOINT FINISHING

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 ...

DEVICE FOR SMOOTHING

A device () for smoothing filling or plaster compounds and/or for spreading them by rubbing, comprising a smoothing plate () with a smoothing side () and a fastening side (), a handle () and a holding element () which connects the handle () and the smoothing plate () on the fastening side (), wherein the holding element () has a fastening flange () for fastening the smoothing plate (), and a handle-fastening section (), is intended to be improved in such a way that the handle is connected to the smoothing plate in a particularly stable manner without the weight of the device and the manufacturing costs being substantially increased. This is achieved in that the fastening flange () has a multiplicity of holes () into each of which there protrude fastening bolts () which project on the smoothing plate (), said fastening bolts being fixedly connected to the smoothing plate () on the one hand and being connected to the fastening flange () by means of a pressed connection on the other hand. 112345652467287910227. A device () for smoothing filling or plaster compounds and/or for spreading them by rubbing , comprising a smoothing plate () with a smoothing side () and a fastening side () , a handle () and a holding element () which connects the handle () and the smoothing plate () on the fastening side () , wherein the holding element () has a fastening flange () for fastening the smoothing plate () , and a handle-fastening section () , characterized in that the fastening flange () has a multiplicity of holes () into each of which there protrude fastening bolts () which project on the smoothing plate () , wherein the fastening bolts are fixedly connected to the smoothing plate () on the one hand and connected to the fastening flange () by means of a pressed connection on the other hand.2111011129. Device according to claim 1 , characterized in that each bolt has a shaped jacket surface () claim 1 , in particular an external thread claim 1 , which is so designed that upon ...

JOINT SUPPORT INCLUDING ENCAPSULATED ADHESIVE

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 , ...

DECORATIVE CONCRETE AND METHOD OF INSTALLING THE SAME

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. 1. A method of imprinting a visual and textural decorative pattern upon a concrete surface , the method comprising the steps of:pouring a concrete mixture over the subgrade, the concrete mixture defining an exposed surface when poured;finishing the exposed surface of the concrete mixture with a vibrating metal bull float to dispose a quantity of cement/fines paste derived from the concrete mixture at the exposed surface thereof; andfinishing the exposed surface of the concrete mixture with a decorative finishing tool, the decorative finishing tool having a blade with a visual and textural decorative pattern formed thereupon, the blade being configured to face the exposed surface of the concrete mixture and imprint the visual and textural decorative pattern upon the exposed surface.2. The method of wherein after the first finishing step:broadcasting a quantity of aggregate upon the exposed surface of the concrete mixture; andmixing the quantity of aggregate into the quantity of cement/fines paste via the vibrating metal bull float,finishing the exposed surface of the concrete mixture with a decorative finishing tool, the decorative finishing tool having a blade with a ...

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

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 ...

Tape machine

A tape machine includes a base, one or more wheels connected to the base, one or more uprights extending upwards from the base, a roller connected to the base, and a tape roll housing connected to the uprights and configured to receive a roll of tape therein to allow for rotational unwinding of the roll of tape. A cutter connected to the base and moveable between an idle position and a cut position. A blade on the cutter is moveable to cut the tape when in cut position.

JOINT FORMATION IN CEMENT-BASED STRUCTURES

A joint-forming system includes a first smoothing plate, a second smoothing plate coupled with the first smoothing plate so as to form an interior angle and an exterior angle therewith, a first bracket extending between the first smoothing plate and the second smoothing plate so as to span a portion of the interior angle, a second bracket extending between the first smoothing plate and the second smoothing plate so as to span a portion of the interior angle. A handle extends between the first bracket and the second bracket. One or more blades are configured to extend along the exterior angle at a crest thereof. 1. A joint-forming apparatus , comprisinga first smoothing plate;a second smoothing plate coupled with the first smoothing plate so as to form an interior angle and an exterior angle therewith;a first bracket extending between the first smoothing plate and the second smoothing plate so as to span a portion of the interior angle;a second bracket extending between the first smoothing plate and the second smoothing plate so as to span a portion of the interior angle;a handle extending between the first bracket and the second bracket; anda blade extending along the exterior angle at a crest thereof.2. The joint-forming apparatus as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the blade extends from a nose preceding the first and second smoothing plates along the crest to a tail.3. The joint-forming apparatus as set forth in claim 2 , wherein the nose of the blade projects away from the first and second smoothing plates along a line coincident with the crest.4. The joint-forming apparatus as set forth in claim 2 , wherein the nose of the blade comprises a taper.5. The joint-forming apparatus as set forth in claim 2 , wherein the blade further comprises first and second side surfaces extending between the nose and tail.6. The joint-forming apparatus as set forth in claim 5 , wherein the blade first side surface extends at an acute angle to the first smoothing plate and extends ...

DRYWALL JOINT TAPE AND METHOD

A joint tape for drywall includes a substrate layer having an elongate shape in a lengthwise direction and being flexible in the lengthwise direction and in a transverse direction. The tape further includes a covering layer disposed in bonding relation on the substrate layer. The covering layer is rigid in the transverse direction and configured to withstand compressive forces applied generally in the transverse direction and shear stresses applied generally along the transverse direction. 1. A joint tape for drywall , comprising:a substrate layer having an elongate shape in a lengthwise direction, the substrate layer being flexible in the lengthwise and in a transverse directions; anda covering layer disposed in bonding relation on the substrate layer, the covering layer being rigid in the transverse direction and configured to withstand compressive forces applied generally in the transverse direction and shear stresses applied generally along the transverse direction.2. The joint tape of claim 1 , wherein the substrate layer is made of substrate fibers extending in the lengthwise direction.3. The joint tape of claim 1 , wherein the covering layer is made of covering fibers extending in the transverse direction.4. The joint tape of claim 1 , wherein the covering layer is made of covering fibers extending at an angle relative to the transverse direction.5. The joint tape of claim 1 , wherein the substrate and covering layers are woven together into a single fabric layer.6. The joint tape of claim 1 , wherein the substrate layer is made of substrate fibers and the covering layer is made of covering fibers claim 1 , wherein the substrate and covering fibers intersect at intersection points claim 1 , and wherein the joint tape further includes an adhesive disposed at each or at least at a majority of intersection points to bond the substrate fibers to the covering fibers to one another.7. The joint tape of claim 1 , wherein the substrate layer and the covering layer ...

SKIMMING TOOL

A skimming tool for smoothing and levelling wet plaster applied to a surface comprising: an elongate generally rectangular, flat, flexible, elastomeric web and an elongate, substantially rigid handle connected to and extending along substantially the length of one long edge of the web, wherein the handle is adapted to be gripped by the user 1. A skimming tool for smoothing and levelling wet finish coat plaster applied to a surface , comprising:a plaster engaging blade comprising an elongate generally rectangular, flat, flexible, elastomeric web having a proximal edge portion and a distal edge portion, and an enlarged section at the proximal edge portion of the web; andan elongate, substantially rigid handle configured to connect to the plaster engaging blade, wherein the handle is adapted to be gripped by a user at any point along a length of the handle, wherein the handle defines a recess extending along the length of the handle, and wherein the recess comprises a channel and an enlarged section, the channel having a first height adjacent the enlarged section and the enlarged section having a second height greater than the first height; the enlarged section of the plaster engaging blade is received in the enlarged section of the recess in the handle with a slack fit that permits sliding movement of the plaster engaging blade in a direction parallel to a length of the recess but prevents movement of the plaster engaging blade in a direction perpendicular to the length of the recess;', 'the proximal edge portion of the web is received in the channel; and', 'the web extends outwardly from the handle and the distal edge portion of the web is spaced apart from the handle., 'wherein, when the handle is connected to the plaster engaging blade23-. (canceled)4. A skimming tool as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the enlarged sections of the web and the recess are in the form of a ball and socket in cross-section.5. A skimming tool as in claim 1 , wherein the handle has a ...

AUTOMATED DRYWALL CUTTING AND HANGING SYSTEM AND METHOD

An automated drywalling system having a computing device executing a computational planner that generates, before hanging any of a plurality of drywall pieces, a plan for a configuration of a plurality of cut pieces of drywall to be disposed on studs of a target wall assembly including a plurality of seams respectively defined by adjoining edges of different pairs of drywall pieces of the plurality of cut pieces of drywall, the plan for the configuration generated based at least in part on an optimization of the plurality of cut pieces of drywall. 1. An automated drywalling system comprising: obtains target wall assembly data including information regarding a configuration of a target wall assembly including a plurality of studs that define a portion of the target wall assembly; and', based at least in part on the target wall assembly data; and', 'to minimize the number of separate linear seams respectively defined by the adjoining edges of the different pairs of drywall pieces of the plurality of cut pieces of drywall;, 'generates, before hanging any of a plurality of drywall pieces, a plan for a configuration of a plurality of cut pieces of drywall to be disposed on studs of the target wall assembly including a plurality of separate linear seams respectively defined by adjoining edges of different pairs of drywall pieces of the plurality of cut pieces of drywall, the plan for the configuration generated, 'automatically generates instructions for driving the automated drywalling system to perform at least one hanging task that includes hanging the cut pieces of drywall on studs of the target wall assembly, the generation of instructions for the at least one hanging task being based on the plan for the configuration of a plurality of drywall pieces to be disposed on the studs of the target wall assembly; and', 'uses the instructions for driving the automated drywalling system to cause the automated drywalling system to perform the at least one hanging task that ...

BLADED TOOL WITH ADJUSTABLE VEE ANGLE

A tool having two adjacent blades, for working fluent materials such as cement, plaster, and epoxies in corners and other angled areas, is shown and described. Each blade is angularly adjustable with respect to an included angle defined between the two blades. The tool may have right and left blade portions pivotal along abutting or adjacent edges, and a linkage including a releasable clamp to establish and secure desired working angles between the right and left blade portions. The tool has two pivot axles, one for supporting each of the right and left blade portions. 1. A tool having a blade providing an adjustable vee angle , the tool comprising:a handle comprising a handle longitudinal axis;a two-part blade including a right blade portion and a left blade portion;a dual hinge axle including a right axle portion pivotally supporting and guiding the right blade portion and an adjacent left axle portion pivotally supporting and guiding the left blade portion; anda linkage enabling adjustment of the vee angle between the right blade portion and the left blade portion.2. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the linkage includesa main slotted arm fixed to the handle, the main slotted arm including a longitudinal slot extending centrally there along;a right side slotted connecting arm spanning the main slotted arm and the right blade portion, the right side slotted connecting arm including a longitudinal slot extending centrally there along;a left side slotted connecting arm spanning the main slotted arm and the left blade portion, the left side slotted connecting arm including a longitudinal slot extending centrally there along;a right-side pivot joint pivotally connecting the right side blade portion and the right side slotted connecting arm;a left side pivot joint pivotally connecting the left side blade portion and the left side slotted connecting arm; anda releasable clamp releasably pinning both the right side slotted connecting arm and the left side slotted connecting ...

AUTOMATED WALL FINISHING SYSTEM AND METHOD

A coating system for applying a coating to a substrate that can be part of a wall assembly. The system includes a positioning stage and an end effector coupled at a distal end of the positioning stage, the end effector configured to apply coating to a target surface. The system can further include a computing device executing a computational planner that: generates instructions for driving the end effector and positioning stage to perform at least one coating task that includes applying coating, via the coating the end effector, to one or more substrate pieces, the generating based at least in part on obtained target surface data; and drives the end effector and positioning stage to perform the at least one coating task. 1. An automated finishing system for applying a coating to a flexible substrate of a wall assembly , the automated finishing system comprising: a mud source configured to store coating material;', 'a platform,', 'a cart configured to be disposed on and move on the ground, and', 'a lift disposed between the platform and cart, the lift configured to raise the platform up and down;, 'a base unit that includesan elongated robotic arm that extends between a base end and a distal end, the robotic arm coupled to the base unit on the platform at the base end of the robotic arm;a coating end effector coupled at the distal end of the robotic arm, the coating end effector including a spray gun configured to generate a spray of coating material from a mixing nozzle of the spray gun, the spray gun coupled with a mud tube extending from the mud source via the robotic arm, the spray gun configured to receive coating material from the mud source via the mud tube to generate the spray of coating material, the mixing nozzle configured to mix the received coating material from the mud source with at least an accelerant and one or both of a tinting or pigmenting material at the mixing nozzle, the accelerant accelerating the setting time of applied coating material ...

DAMPENING MECHANISMS FOR COMPOUND APPLICATOR

A dampening mechanism in combination with a compound applicator. The combination includes a compound applicator which further includes an incrementally iterative advancement mechanism for urging a plunger along a tube reservoir in preselected incremental strokes. The plunger urges compound along the tube reservoir and out through an applicator head. The compound applicator includes a device for dampening pressure spikes created in the tube reservoir during an incremental stroke of the plunger. 1. A dampening mechanism in combination with a compound applicator , the combination comprises:c) a compound applicator which includes an incrementally iterative advancement mechanism for urging a plunger along a tube reservoir in preselected incremental strokes, the plunger urging compound along the tube reservoir and out through an applicator head;d) the compound applicator includes a means for dampening pressure spikes created in the tube reservoir during an incremental stroke of the plunger.2. The combination claimed in wherein the dampening means is mounted outside of the tube reservoir.3. The combination claimed in wherein the dampening means includes a resiliently deformable diaphragm with one side exposed to atmosphere and the other side exposed to the compound such that a pressure spike in the compound resiliently deforms the diaphragm thereby reducing the pressure spike in the compound.4. The combination claimed in further includes a pressure control connector for connecting the tube reservoir to an applicator head body and channelling compound from the reservoir to the body claim 3 , the connector includes a hollow transverse section dimensioned to fit in a socket defined in the body claim 3 , wherein at least one distal end of the transverse section includes the diaphragm.5. The combination claimed in wherein the pressure control connector includes a hollow longitudinal section attached to a hollow transverse section.6. The combination claimed in wherein the ...

COMPOUND APPLICATOR

A compound applicator includes: an applicator head which includes a body for applying a bead of compound onto a surface, wherein the profile of the compound bead has a convex profile with a crown and bead thickness; a device for controlling the crown and bead thickness of the convex profile with an adjustment mechanism. The adjustment mechanism includes a blade which includes a horizontal portion and a vertical portion and wherein the distal ends of the horizontal portion of the blade abut against the body, such that the blade can be resiliently flexed between a highest cambered position and a low camber position by vertically displacing a central portion of the blade. 1. A compound applicator comprises;a) an applicator head which includes a body for applying a bead of compound onto a surface, wherein the profile of the compound bead has a convex profile with a crown and bead thickness;b) a means for controlling the crown and bead thickness of the convex profile with an adjustment mechanism;c) wherein the adjustment mechanism includes a one piece L-shaped blade which includes a horizontal portion and a vertical portion and wherein the distal ends of the vertical portion and horizontal portion of the blade abut against the body, such that the horizontal and vertical portions of the blade can be resiliently flexed between a highest cambered position and a low camber position by vertically displacing a central portion of the blade.2. The compound applicator claimed in wherein the adjustment mechanism further includes a cam and a cam follower claim 1 , such that urging the cam follower laterally in one direction lifts the central portion of the blade up to a the highest cambered position and urging the cam follower laterally in the opposite direction lowers the central portion of the blade down to a low camber position.3. The compound applicator claimed in wherein the cam follower is a linear inclined cam follower.4. The compound applicator claimed in wherein the ...

CONCRETE EDGING TOOL

A hand-held concrete edger is formed with a rectangular blade having a first, substantially planar part with an upper surface and a lower surface, and a second part extending substantially at a right angle from a long side of the first, substantially planar part, away from the lower surface. A handle extends substantially perpendicularly away from the upper surface of the first, substantially planar part and is configured with a spray device including a water supply and a sprayer, for spraying water onto an advance path of the edger. A control and vibration module is arranged on the upper surface of the substantially planar part and configured with a vibration element that vibrates the rectangular blade. 1. A hand-held concrete edger , comprising:a rectangular blade having a first, substantially planar part, with an upper surface, a lower surface and a second part extending substantially at a right angle from a long side of the first, substantially planar part, away from the lower surface;a handle extending substantially perpendicularly away from the upper surface of the first, substantially planar part and configured with a spray device including a water supply and a sprayer, for spraying water onto an advance path of the edger; anda control and vibration module arranged on the upper surface of the substantially planar part and configured with a vibration element that vibrates the rectangular blade.2. The hand-held concrete edger claim 1 , as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the handle includes a trigger that is actuated by a user's touch to activate the spray device.3. The hand-held concrete edger claim 2 , as set forth in claim 2 , wherein the spray device comprises a water tank claim 2 , fillable through a removable water cap claim 2 , and a pump that operates to draw water from the water tank and expel the water out of the sprayer claim 2 , onto the advance path of the edger claim 2 , upon activation via the trigger.4. The hand-held concrete edger claim 2 , as ...

JOINT TAPE EMBEDDING APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD

A joint tape embedding apparatus configured to determine the bonding and/or “feel” of embedding joint tape into a dry wall or wall board joint using a particular joint compound. The joint embedding apparatus is configured to allow the same user or different users to accurately repeat the determination of the bonding and/or “feel” attributes of the joint compound. 1. A joint tape embedding apparatus configured for controlled embedding of the joint tape into joint compound , the apparatus comprising:a frame;a pair of spaced apart rails supported by the frame;a carriage slidably supported by said rails;a swing arm pivotably connected to the carriage; anda knife connected to the to the swing arm.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the knife is provided with one or more weights.3. The apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the one or more weights on the knife can be changed.4. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the pivoting arm is provided with one or more weights.5. The apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein the one or more weights on the pivoting arm can be changed.6. The apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the pivoting arm is provided with one or more weights.7. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the knife is provided with a reinforcement bar configured to reinforce an edge of the knife.8. The apparatus according to claim 6 , wherein the knife is provided with a reinforcement bar configured to reinforce an edge of the knife.9. The apparatus according to claim 6 , wherein an upper end of the pivoting arm is pivotably connected to the slidable carriage and a lower end of the pivoting arm is fixed to the knife.10. The apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising a joint compound applicator for delivering joint compound to the knife during operation.11. The apparatus according to claim 10 , wherein the joint applicator comprises a joint compound pump having tubing connected to a nozzle located to supply joint compound to the ...

COMPRESSION ROLLER DEVICE

A compression roller device includes markers on roller heads for pressure-rolling over a substrate to form visual indicia that the substrate has been properly pressure-rolled. In example embodiments, there are two roller heads that each have a set of markers and that are spaced-apart with a handle center-mounted between them. In this way, the roller heads have free/unobstructed outer/opposite edges so they can be positioned closely against an obstructing surface or element for rolling substrates in tight spots with limited clearance. Also, the recess defined between the inner/facing edges of the roller heads provides clearance for rolling over any protruding fasteners securing the substrate in place. Further, the spaced-apart marker sets provide for marking the visual indicia on both sides of a seam/joint between two adjacent panels in a panel-and-tape system to show that both longitudinal side portions of the tape have been pressure-rolled. 1. A compression roller device for use with a sheet-like material , the roller device comprising:a handle having a proximal end portion with a user grip and a distal end portion opposite the proximal end portion; anda roller assembly including two roller heads each having one or more respective markers, wherein the roller heads are axially aligned and spaced apart with the handle distal-end portion positioned therebetween and with the roller heads rotationally mounted to opposite sides of the handle distal-end portion, and wherein in compression-rolling use the markers form visual indicia on the sheet-like material that are visually discernable for determining that the sheet-like material has been properly compression-rolled.2. The compression roller device of claim 1 , wherein the markers are provided by stamp elements and the visual indicia formed thereby are indentation marks pressed into the sheet-like material.3. The compression roller device of claim 2 , wherein the stamp markers are configured so that claim 2 , in ...

FOLDING TOOL

Provided is a tool that includes a handle assembly including a top portion and a bottom portion. The tool also includes a lock plate disposed between the top and bottom portions and having a deflectable arm having a free end biased towards the top portion, a fixed end opposite the free end, an inner edge, an outer edge, and a detent near the free end and the inner edge. The tool additionally includes a blade having first and second ends, an indent in a bottom surface of the blade near the first end for engaging the detent in a closed position, and a ramp on the bottom surface near the indent defining a reduced thickness portion of the blade that reduces in thickness from the indent towards an edge of the blade to reduce contact between the detent and the blade during rotation of the blade. 1. A tool comprising:a handle assembly including a top portion having first and second ends and a bottom portion having first and second ends;a lock plate disposed between the top and bottom portions and having first and second ends, a deflectable arm having a free end biased towards the top portion, a fixed end opposite the free end, a detent near the free end, and a tool portion at the first end that extends axially past the first ends of the top and bottom portions; anda blade disposed between the top portion and the lock plate, the blade having first and second ends,wherein the blade is rotatable about the first end between a closed positioned where the second end of the blade is held within the handle assembly, and an open position where the second end of the blade is outside the top and bottom portions and the first end of the blade is engaged by the free end of the deflectable arm to hold the blade in the open position.2. The tool according to claim 1 , further comprising a hammerhead extending past the second ends of the top and bottom portions and abutting end faces thereof.3. The tool according to claim 1 , wherein the blade includes a loop for a user to grab to move the ...

METHOD FOR MINIMIZING AND ELIMINATING SHEETROCK SANDING USING AN ILLUMINATING DEVICE

A method to minimize or eliminate sanding by illuminating an area by showing contrasting areas of light and dark distinguishing imperfections in the gypsum board and where to fill and taper a plurality of layers of joint compound to finish gypsum boards to a height of zero using a lighting device that includes LEDs, at least one magnet, and a power supply unit. The lighting device comprises a junction box having a top face and LED diodes secured therein. On one side of the lighting device is the power switch. A low voltage wire network runs through the junction box and power supply unit. The lighting device is magnetically securable to metal fasteners in the gypsum board. The power supply unit includes an internal battery and a power switch. The portable lighting device is connectible to the internal battery. 1. A method to minimize or eliminate sanding by illuminating an area by showing contrasting areas of light and dark distinguishing depressions , aberrations or anomalies in the gypsum board and where to fill and taper a plurality of layers of joint compound to finish gypsum boards to a height of zero using a device comprising: a main body;', 'a plurality of light emitting diodes;', 'a plurality of ultraviolet LED diodes mounted to the main body so that ultraviolet light from the LED is directed away from the device;', 'a magnet mounted to the main body; and, 'a) A portable device comprisinga power source linked to the ultraviolet LED to provide power thereto.b) A framework having a first side;c) A mounting means secured to a fastener in the framework for securing the portable device to said framework to the structure such that the portable device may be positioned to face the gypsum board;d) Applying joint compound to an area illuminated by the portable device until the edges of the joint compound are tapered to the height zero, matching the height of the gypsum board;e) Joint compound is applied on subsequent days on the gypsum board after a previous layer ...

DRYWALL JOINT COMPOUND APPLICATION METHOD AND PACKAGE

A drywall compound package includes an outer bag containing a premeasured amount of compound powder and inner bag containing a premeasured amount of water. The inner and outer bags are sealed and joined together by heat or adhesive. The inner bag can be ruptured by manual pressure so that the water mixes with the powder. The outer bag is kneaded to mix the powder and water into a slurry. Then, a corner of the outer bag can be cut to form a discharge hole to squeeze out the slurry. A dispensement tool is provided in an upper pocket and enhances substantially complete discharge of slurry by twisting the outer bag around the tool. 1. A method of creating and dispensing a joint compound mixture for use with a drywall joint , comprising:storing dry joint compound power in a first sealed bag;storing water in a second sealed bag inside the first bag;rupturing the second bag to release the water into the first bag;mixing the water and the powder in the first bag to create a slurry;creating a hole in the first bag;twisting the outer bag about a tool inside the outer bag to squeeze the slurry out of the first bag into the drywall joint.2. The method of wherein the hole is created by cutting a corner of the first bag.3. The method of wherein the second bag is ruptured by manual squeezing.4. The method of further comprising storing the tool in a separate pocket within the outer bag.5. The method of wherein the bags are discarded without cleaning after the slurry is dispensed.6. A method of applying a joint compound slurry to a drywall joint claim 1 , comprising:rupturing an inner bag containing water so that the water flows into an outer bag containing powdered joint compound;mixing the water and powdered joint compound in the outer bag to create a slurry;cutting a first corner of the outer bag to form a hole;twisting the outer bag about a tool in a second corner of the outer bag to force the slurry out of the hole in the outer bag and into a drywall joint.7. The method of ...

PRESSURE SENSITIVE ADHESIVE JOINT SUPPORT

The present disclosure relates a joint support that includes a support strip having first and second elongate flanges, the first and second elongate flanges having an inside surface, an outside surface, an inner edge, and an outer edge. The joint support further includes a first auxiliary flap including an inner portion attached to the inside surface of the first elongate flange and an outer portion that extends laterally beyond the outer edge of the first elongate flange. The joint support further includes a second auxiliary flap including an inner portion attached to the inside surface of the second elongate flange and an outer portion that extends laterally beyond the outer edge of the second elongate flange. The joint support further includes a pressure sensitive adhesive substance disposed on at least a first portion of an inside surface of each of the first auxiliary flap and the second auxiliary flap. 1. A joint support comprising: 'first and second elongate flanges, each of the first and second elongate flanges extending from the first end to the second end and having an inside surface, an outside surface, an inner edge, and an outer edge;', 'a support strip having a length that extends from a first end to a second end, the support strip comprisinga first auxiliary flap including an inner portion attached to the inside surface of the first elongate flange and an outer portion that extends laterally beyond the outer edge of the first elongate flange;a facing sheet disposed on the outside surface of the first elongate flange and the outside surface of the second elongate flange; anda pressure sensitive adhesive substance disposed on at least a first portion of an inside surface of the first auxiliary flap.2. The joint support according to claim 1 , wherein the support strip includes a corner connecting the first elongate flange and the second elongate flange.3. The joint support according to wherein the joint support includes a second auxiliary flap including ...

Trowel

A trowel may include a main body including at least one working edge, the working edge including an edge radius, a plurality of radial teeth extending from the working edge, each radial tooth of the plurality of radial teeth including a radial edge and a tooth radius. A distance between the edge radius and the tooth radius at any point along the working edge is the same. 1. A trowel comprising:at least one working edge; anda plurality of radial teeth extending from said working edge.2. The trowel of wherein each radial tooth of said plurality of radial teeth comprises at least one radial edge.3. The trowel of wherein said radial edge extends circumferentially about said radial tooth.4. The trowel of wherein said radial edge comprises a constant curve.5. The trowel of wherein said radial edge comprises at least two flat surfaces that intersect.6. The trowel of wherein each radial tooth of said plurality of radial teeth comprises a circular cross-sectional shape.7. The trowel of wherein each radial tooth of said plurality of radial teeth comprises a semi-circular cross-sectional shape.8. The trowel of wherein each radial tooth of said plurality of radial teeth comprises a tooth body having a rectilinear shape.9. The trowel of wherein said working edge is straight.10. The trowel of wherein said working edge is contoured.11. The trowel of further comprising:a second working edge; anda second plurality of radial teeth extending from said second working edge.12. The trowel of wherein said working edge is straight and said second working edge is contoured.13. The trowel of wherein each radial tooth of said plurality of radial teeth comprises a first size and a first shape; and wherein each radial tooth of said second plurality of radial teeth comprises a second size and a second shape.14. The trowel of wherein at least one of said first size and said first shape is different from at least one of said second size and said second shape.15. A trowel comprising:a main body ...

JOINT COMPOUND TOOL INCLUDING OPENER

A joint compound tool including a body having a first end, an opposing second end and a handle. A blade portion is attached to the first end of the body and a lid opener is movably attached to the second end of the body, where the lid opener is movable between a storage position adjacent to the handle and an operative position away from the handle. 1. A joint compound tool comprising:a body including a first end, an opposing second end and a handle;a blade portion attached to said first end of said body; anda lid opener movably attached to said second end of the said body,wherein said lid opener is movable between a storage position adjacent to said handle and an operative position away from said handle.2. The tool of claim 1 , wherein said body includes a receptacle configured to receive said lid opener when said lid opener is in the storage position.3. The tool of claim 2 , wherein an outer surface of said lid opener and an outer surface of said body are substantially flush with each other when said lid opener is in the storage position.4. The tool of claim 2 , wherein said lid opener includes a tab and said receptacle includes a recess claim 2 , wherein said tab engages said recess when said lid opener is in the storage position to temporarily secure said lid opener in the storage position.5. The tool of claim 1 , further comprising a pivot pin inserted through corresponding openings in said body and a through-hole in said lid opener.6. The tool of claim 1 , wherein said lid opener includes a groove and at least one gripping edge on at least one side of said groove claim 1 , wherein said at least one gripping edge is configured for engaging a lid of a container.7. The tool of claim 1 , wherein said lid opener includes a groove and at least one gripping edge on opposing sides of said groove claim 1 , wherein said at least one gripping edge is configured for engaging a lid of a container.8. The tool of claim 1 , wherein said blade portion includes a blade.9. The ...

DRYWALL KNIFE HOLSTER

A drywall knife holster includes a belt hook, a back member and a knife holder. The back member couples with the belt hook. The knife holder couples with the back member through an upwardly facing U-bend that biases a pinch region of the knife holder toward the back member. Inserting a drywall knife blade between the knife holder and the back member, and seating a leading edge of the drywall knife blade within the U-bend, causes the pinch region of the knife holder to urge a handle of the drywall knife into contact with the back member. The back member and the knife holder may form a holster portion that couples with the belt hook through a swiveling connector. The holster may continue past the pinch region to form a second drywall knife holder and/or a loop member to accommodate a different tool. 1. A drywall knife holster , comprising:a belt hook formed of a first material, wherein the belt hook forms a downwardly facing U-bend;a back member formed of a second material, wherein the back member couples with the belt hook; and the knife holder couples with the back member through an upwardly facing U-bend of the second material,', 'a width of the back member increases from a width of less than two inches where the back member couples with the belt hook, to a width of at least six inches at the upwardly facing U-bend, and', 'inserting a blade of a drywall knife between the knife holder and the back member, and seating a leading edge of the blade within the upwardly facing U-bend, causes the knife holder to urge a handle of the drywall knife into contact with the back member., 'a knife holder formed of the the second material, wherein2. The drywall knife holster of claim 1 , wherein a thickness of the second material is at least ⅛ inch and no more than 3/16 inch.3. The drywall knife holster of claim 1 , wherein the back member and the belt hook define a height that is between seven and eight inches between the downwardly facing U-bend and the upwardly facing U-bend.4. ...

Handle assembly for a finisher box

A handle assembly for a finisher box including a first tube including a first end and a second end opposite the first end. The first tube defines a longitudinal axis extending between the first and second ends. The handle assembly includes a second tube disposed within the first tube. The second tube is movable relative to the first tube along the longitudinal axis. The first tube includes a first end and a second end opposite the first end. The handle assembly includes a connecting plate pivotably supported by the second end of the second tube. The connecting plate is configured to be coupled to the finisher box to support the finisher box from the handle assembly. The handle assembly includes a brake assembly with a brake handle coupled to the first end of the first tube. The brake assembly is configured to selectively inhibit pivoting movement of the connecting plate.

CONCRETE TROWEL

A concrete trowel is disclosed and includes a frame, a drive assembly including a motor mounted on the frame and a drive hub configured to receive torque from the motor and a rotor rotatable about a rotational axis. The rotor includes a rotor hub coupled for co-rotation with the drive hub, a plurality of rotor arms radially extending from the rotor hub, and a plurality of blades selectively attached on respective rotor arms by a quick-connect mounting system. 1. A concrete trowel comprising:a frame;a drive assembly including a motor mounted on the frame and a drive hub configured to receive torque from the motor; a rotor hub coupled for co-rotation with the drive hub,', 'a plurality of rotor arms radially extending from the rotor hub, and', 'a plurality of blades selectively attached on respective rotor arms by a quick-connect mounting system., 'a rotor rotatable about a rotational axis, the rotor including'}2. The concrete trowel of claim 1 , wherein the quick-connect mounting system comprises a plurality of mounting portions.3. The concrete trowel of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of mounting portions are over-center cam locks.4. The concrete trowel of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of blades is a multi-piece blade.5. The concrete trowel of claim 4 , wherein each multi-piece blade includes a blade body having a curved leading edge portion and a removable trailing edge portion connected to the blade body.6. The concrete trowel of claim 5 , wherein each multi-piece blade further includes a quick-connect coupling for removably connecting the removable trailing edge portion to the blade body.7. The concrete trowel of claim 6 , wherein each multi-piece blade further includes an alignment feature for aligning the removable trailing edge portion on the blade body.8. The concrete trowel of claim 1 , wherein the motor is an electric motor claim 1 , and wherein the concrete trowel further comprises a battery pack supported on the frame for supplying electrical ...

PLASTER TAPING APPARATUS AND ATTACHMENTS

A plaster taping apparatus comprises a compartment for holding plaster taping mix and receiving a supply of tape and a removable attachment attachable to the plaster taping apparatus for applying the tape comprising the plaster taping mix exiting the compartment to a surface. The removable attachment comprises a body having a mounting member attachable to a clip arrangement on an outer wall of the compartment. The body comprises a first wheel arrangement at or towards a first end of the body for applying the tape to flat joints and a second wheel arrangement at or towards a second end of the body for applying the tape to internal joints. The plaster taping apparatus comprises an adjustment lever or dial accessible when the removable attachment is attached to the plaster taping apparatus for adjusting a thickness of the plaster taping mix coating the tape. 1. A plaster taping apparatus comprising:a compartment for holding plaster taping mix and receiving a supply of tape;a removable attachment attachable to the plaster taping apparatus for applying tape comprising the plaster taping mix exiting the compartment to a surface;wherein the removable attachment comprises:a body having a first elongate portion and a second elongate portion extending from and angled relative to the first elongate portion;a first wheel arrangement for applying the tape to flat joints at, or towards a first end of the body at, or towards an end of the first elongate portion; anda second wheel arrangement for applying the tape to internal joints at, or towards a second end of the body at, or towards an end of the second elongate portion;wherein the removable attachment is attachable to the plaster taping apparatus in a first orientation to enable only the first wheel arrangement to apply tape to flat joins; andwherein the removable attachment is removable from and re-attachable to the plaster taping apparatus in a second orientation to enable only the second wheel arrangement to apply tape to ...

AUTOMATED DEVICE FOR CONSTRUCTION PANELS

An automated device designed to move bearing against a construction panel, includes a frame carrying a tool designed to perform at least one mechanical operation on the construction panel, the automated device including at least one suction body designed to hold the automated device against the construction panel, and at least one system for initiating the movement of the automated device along the construction panel. The automated device includes at least one control unit designed to control at least the system for initiating the movement of the automated device according to at least one item of data relating to the position of a support of the construction panel. 1. An automated device configured to move in abutment against a construction panel , the automated device comprising a carrying frame for a tool configured to carry out at least one mechanical operation on the construction panel when attached to a support , chosen from an operation of fastening the construction panel to the support , an operation of cutting the construction panel or an operation of sanding the construction panel , the automated device comprising at least one suction member configured to hold the automated device against the construction panel and at least one means for setting the automated device in motion along the construction panel , wherein the automated device comprises at least one control unit configured to control at least the means for setting the automated device in motion depending on at least one item of data relating to the position of the support of the construction panel.2. The automated device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the control unit is configured to communicate with an identification system for identifying the position of the support.3. The automated device as claimed in claim 2 , which comprises the identification system.4. The automated device as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the identification system comprises at least one sensor configured to detect a material ...

Decorative concrete and method of installing the same

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.

Method and apparatus for mixing and applying material

Methods and apparatus for mixing and applying a bead of material. For example, the bead of material can be used to seal gaps cracks and seams of a building. The apparatus includes a supply machine and an applicator. The supply machine provides each of the parts of the material to the applicator at a controlled rate. The applicator mixes the parts of the material at a nozzle. The applicator provides a bead (rather than spraying) of the mixed material through the nozzle. The bead of material may be applied in a precise manner to seal gaps, cracks and seams of an existing building and/or the bead may be provided during new construction of a building between components of the building.

POLE ATTACHMENT FOR A SKIMMING TOOL AND SKIMMING TOOL SYSTEM COMPRISING THE SAME

Pole attachment for a skimming tool and a skimming tool system comprising the same A pole attachment for a skimming tool, comprising a clamp, which comprises a pair of jaws () for gripping the skimming tool and a clamping mechanism for applying a clamping force to the jaws (), wherein the clamping mechanism comprises a pair of wings (), which extend out beyond opposed transverse edges of the jaws () in a width direction of the jaws (). 1. A pole attachment for a skimming tool , comprising a clamp , which comprises a pair of jaws for gripping the skimming tool and a clamping mechanism for applying a clamping force to the jaws , wherein the clamping mechanism comprises a pair of wings , which extend out beyond opposed transverse edges of the jaws in a width direction of the jaws.2. A pole attachment as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the wings each comprise an engagement surface that is substantially aligned with a clamping surface of one of the jaws when the clamp is in a clamped position.3. A pole attachment as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the engagement surface is formed by one or more protrusions on the wing.4. A pole attachment as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the wings lie substantially parallel to a clamping surface of one of the jaws in a clamped position.5. A pole attachment as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the clamping mechanism comprises a pivotally mounted lever claim 1 , which forms the wings.6. A pole attachment as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the lever is hinged.7. A pole attachment as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the lever comprises a cam for applying the clamping force to the jaws.8. A pole attachment as claimed in claim 7 , wherein one of the jaws comprises a knuckle of the hinge claim 7 , which passes through an aperture in the other jaw claim 7 , the other jaw comprising a cam surface for engaging with the cam.9. A pole attachment as claimed in claim 1 , which comprises a catch for locking the clamp in a clamped position.10. (canceled)11. A pole ...

Tuck-Pointing Tool For Applying Mortar

The present invention is a mortar tool for creating a vertical mortar joint. The mortar tool comprises a first sidewall having a first lowermost portion, and a second sidewall having a second lowermost portion that is connected to the first lowermost portion of the first sidewall. The first and second sidewalls are at an angle relative to each other and define a channel therebetween. The channel is for receiving mortar that can be transferred to a vertical gap between adjacent bricks or stones from an opening defined by the ends of the first and second sidewalls. 1. A mortar tool for creating a vertical mortar joint , comprising:a first sidewall having a first lowermost portion; anda second sidewall having a second lowermost portion that is connected to the first lowermost portion of the first sidewall, the first and second sidewalls being at an angle relative to each other and defining a channel therebetween, the channel for receiving mortar that can be transferred from the channel through an opening defined by an end of the first sidewall and an end of the second sidewall.2. The mortar tool of claim 1 , wherein the second sidewall and the first sidewall are made from a piece of material claim 1 , and wherein the first lowermost portion and the second lowermost portion are connected at a bend within the piece of material.3. The mortar tool of claim 2 , wherein the bend creates a V-shaped cross-sectional configuration to the mortar tool.4. The mortar tool of claim 2 , wherein the bend creates a U-shaped cross-sectional configuration to the mortar tool.5. The mortar tool of claim 2 , wherein the material is a sheet metal.6. The mortar tool of claim 5 , wherein the sheet metal is aluminum.7. The mortar tool of claim 2 , wherein the material is a polymer.8. The mortal tool of claim 2 , wherein the thickness of the material is in a range from about 0.02 inches to about 0.05 inches.9. The mortar tool of claim 1 , in combination with a knife that has a shape configured to ...

MESH SEAM CONNECTION ELEMENT

Aa mesh tape bonded to the outer edge or outward side of sheet panel products. The mesh tape is applied so that the tape overhangs the edge of the panel for the purpose of adjoining to the adjacent panel following installation of the panels at a job site. The mesh may be applied to two edges of the sheet panel, one along the panel width and another along the panel length. When installed, the panel edge with the mesh tape applied is overlapped with the edge of an adjacent panel that does not have tape applied, both along the length and width, thus allowing for a faster, more robust and reliable installation of panel sheathing. 1. A panel , comprising:a multi-layered first panel sheet, with a front face, a back face, and four sides;a first mesh tape embedded in a first side of the first panel sheet.2. The panel of claim 1 , further comprising a second mesh tape embedded in a second side of the first panel sheet.3. The panel of claim 2 , wherein the second side is adjacent to the first side.4. The panel of claim 1 , wherein the first mesh tape comprises an inner edge and an outer edge claim 1 , wherein the inner edge is affixed to the front face of the first panel sheet.5. The panel of claim 4 , wherein the inner edge is affixed between the front face of the first panel sheet and a protective coating or layer.6. The panel of claim 4 , wherein the outer edge extends at an angle downward from the front face of the first panel sheet.7. The panel of claim 4 , wherein the outer edge extends a distance sufficient to cover a seam between the first panel sheet and a second panel sheet installed adjacent to the first panel sheet.8. The panel of claim 1 , wherein the first panel sheet is a manufactured wood product with multiple layers claim 1 , and the mesh tape is water-resistant and comprises an inner edge and an outer edge claim 1 , wherein the inner edge is affixed between layers of first panel sheet.9. The panel of claim 1 , wherein the mesh tape is embedded in the first ...

TROWEL

A trowel includes a blade and a handle that is moveably coupled to blade. Further, the trowel includes a cam mechanism that is supported by one of the blade and the handle and is operable to engage the other of the blade and the handle. The cam mechanism is actuatable to change a position of the handle relative to the blade. 1. A trowel comprising:a blade;a handle moveably coupled to blade; anda cam mechanism supported by one of the blade and the handle and operable to engage the other of the blade and the handle, the cam mechanism being actuatable to change a position of the handle relative to the blade.2. The trowel of claim 1 , wherein the cam mechanism is movable between a first position claim 1 , in which the handle is fixed relative to the blade claim 1 , and a second position claim 1 , in which the handle is moveable relative to the blade.3. The trowel of claim 1 , wherein the cam mechanism includes a manual actuator and a cam surface claim 1 , the cam surface engaging the other of the blade and the handle claim 1 , the manual actuator being movable to change an amount of force the cam surface exerts on the other of the blade and the handle.4. The trowel of claim 1 , wherein the blade defines a longitudinal axis claim 1 , and wherein the cam mechanism is pivotable about an axis that is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis.5. The trowel of claim 1 , wherein the handle includes a clamp member that is positioned adjacent to the blade claim 1 , the clamp member selectively engaging a portion of the blade to inhibit movement of the handle relative to the blade.6. The trowel of claim 5 , wherein the cam mechanism includes a manual actuator and a cam surface claim 5 , the cam surface engaging the clamp member claim 5 , the manual actuator being movable to change an amount of force the cam surface exerts on the clamp member.7. The trowel of claim 6 , wherein the manual actuator is movable between a first position claim 6 , in which the cam surface exerts a first ...

PREP TOOL

A tool is provided that includes unitary plate that includes a blade portion and a tang portion. The blade portion can include an edge. The tang portion can include a positioning hole, a first hole, a slot, a second hole, a rivet hole, and one or more teeth (also referred to as one or more barbs) on a side of the tang portion. The tool can further include a hilt member which includes a through passage, a tab, and a notch. The tool includes an overlay on a body to create a handle for gripping the tool. The tool further includes a hammerhead cap on an end of the body, the hammerhead cap is coupled to the handle with a rivet through the rivet hole. 1. A tool , comprising:a plate having a first end, a second end opposite thereto, a length between the first end and the second end, and a thickness, the plate extending along a plane from the first end to the second end; anda body coupled to a portion of the plate, wherein the body includes a front face, a rear face opposite the front face and generally parallel to the plane, a first side extending between the front face and the rear face, and a second side opposite the first side;wherein the body further comprises a slot compartment defined at least partially by a front wall arranged parallel to the plane and a rear wall arranged parallel to the plane and spaced apart from the front wall by a slot thickness, wherein the slot compartment is configured to receive a second tool and at least partially conceal the second tool within the body between the first face and the second face, and the slot compartment has an opening in the first side of the body, a length extending in the direction from the first end to the second end, and a depth extending from the first side towards the second side;wherein the slot compartment further comprises a wedge member that includes a planar surface extending along a portion of one of the front wall or the rear wall of the slot compartment, and reduces the slot thickness between the front wall ...

RAPID CAULK TAPE SYSTEM AND METHOD

The device assists in rapid caulking of seams between adjacent material; a tape is provided in rolls. The tape has a pair of parallel perforated lines running lengthwise along the center of the tape; and the tape having a pressure-sensitive adhesive coating on a bottom surface of said tape, the pressure-sensitive adhesive coating located between said perforated line and an exterior perimeter of said tape such that said tape is thereby comprised of three sections: a first adhesive section, a non-adhesive section and a second adhesive section, with the non-adhesive section defined by the perforated lines. The tape has an outwardly facing release coating such that the adhesive will releasably engage the top surface of the tape for manual separation of the tape when rolled upon itself. A crease is formed along the center of the tape to facilitate positioning of the tape in a wall corner. The tape also has a perforated removable center to be removed before caulking is applied. 1. A rapid caulk tape system comprising:a tape provided in rolls,said tape having a pair of parallel perforated lines running lengthwise along the center of the tape;andsaid tape having a pressure-sensitive adhesive coating on a bottom surface of said tape, the pressure-sensitive adhesive coating located between said perforated line and an exterior perimeter of said tape such that said tape is thereby comprised of three sections: a first adhesive section, a non-adhesive section and a second adhesive section, with the non-adhesive section defined by the perforated lines.2. The rapid caulk tape system of claim 1 , wherein said tape has a release coating on a top surface such that the pressure-sensitive adhesive on the bottom surface will releasably engage the release coating for manual separation of the tape when rolled upon itself.3. The rapid caulk tape system of claim 1 , wherein a crease is formed along a center of the tape between said perforated lines to facilitate positioning of the tape in a ...

DRYWALL JOINT TAPE AND METHOD

A joint tape for drywall includes a substrate layer having an elongate shape in a lengthwise direction and being flexible in the lengthwise direction and in a transverse direction. The tape further includes a covering layer disposed in bonding relation on the substrate layer. The covering layer is rigid in the transverse direction and configured to withstand compressive forces applied generally in the transverse direction and shear stresses applied generally along the transverse direction. 2. The joint tape of claim 1 , wherein the substrate layer is made entirely of substrate fibers extending parallel to one another along the lengthwise direction.3. The joint tape of claim 1 , wherein the covering layer is made entirely of covering fibers extending parallel to one another along the transverse direction.6. The joint tape of claim 1 , wherein the adhesive comprises settable epoxy.7. The joint tape of claim 6 , wherein the adhesive comprises an adhesive mixture.8. The joint tape of claim 1 , wherein the adhesive is added to the at least a majority of the intersections between the substrate fibers and the covering fibers.9. The joint tape of claim 1 , wherein the bonds are disposed at each of the intersections between the substrate fibers and the covering fibers.10. The joint tape of claim 1 , wherein the bonds formed by the adhesive prevent the covering fibers from flexing at least locally to increase an overall rigidity of the joint tape.12. The drywall joint of claim 11 , wherein the adhesive comprises settable epoxy.13. The drywall joint of claim 11 , wherein the adhesive is added to the at least a majority of intersections between the substrate fibers and the covering fibers.14. The drywall joint of claim 11 , wherein the bonds are disposed at each of the intersections between the substrate fibers and the covering fibers.15. The drywall joint of claim 1 , wherein the bonds formed by the adhesive prevent the covering fibers from flexing at least locally to increase ...

FOLDING TOOL

Provided is a tool that includes a handle assembly including a top portion and a bottom portion. The tool also includes a lock plate disposed between the top and bottom portions and having a deflectable arm having a free end biased towards the top portion, a fixed end opposite the free end, an inner edge, an outer edge, and a detent near the free end and the inner edge. The tool additionally includes a blade having first and second ends, an indent in a bottom surface of the blade near the first end for engaging the detent in a closed position, and a ramp on the bottom surface near the indent defining a reduced thickness portion of the blade that reduces in thickness from the indent towards an edge of the blade to reduce contact between the detent and the blade during rotation of the blade. 1. A tool including:a handle assembly including a top portion having first and second ends and a bottom portion having first and second ends;a lock plate disposed between the top and bottom portions and having first and second ends, a deflectable arm having a free end biased towards the top portion, a fixed end opposite the free end, an inner edge, an outer edge, and a detent near the free end and the inner edge; anda blade disposed between the top portion and the lock plate where a top surface of the blade abuts a bottom surface of the top portion and a bottom surface of the blade abuts a top surface of the lock plate, the blade having first and second ends, an indent in the bottom surface near the first end for engaging the detent in a closed position, and a ramp on the bottom surface near the indent defining a reduced thickness portion of the blade that reduces in thickness from the indent towards an edge of the blade to reduce contact between the detent and the blade during rotation of the blade,wherein the blade is rotatable about the first end between the closed positioned where the second end of the blade is held within the handle assembly by the deflectable arm, and an ...

AUTOMATIC DISPENSING DEVICE FOR WALLBOARD JOINT TAPING

An automatic dispensing device for wallboard joint taping is provided, including a body for holding a supply of viscous material and having a rear end and an opposite front end, a spool assembly disposed on the body and configured for supporting a spool of tape; at least one drive roller positioned at the front end and receiving an end of the spool of tape. Certain embodiments include an adhesive application assembly connected to the drive roller and mounted in operational relationship to the front end for dispensing a measured amount of adhesive upon an upper surface of the tape upon rotation of the at least one drive roll. In such embodiments, the body may be configured for holding sufficient adhesive to cover tape advanced by at least 200 rotations of the at least one drive roller. 1. A head for a tape dispensing device , the head comprising:a drive roller positioned on a front end of the head and configured to receive an end of a spool of tape;an adhesive application assembly connected to the drive roller and mounted in operational relationship to said front end for dispensing a measured amount of adhesive upon a surface of the tape upon rotation of said drive roller;a cable drum connected to said drive roller for joint rotation, and a cable connected at one end to said drum and at an opposite end to a piston; said drive roller connected to said drum by a first and second power transmission member;the drive roller comprising a drive shaft with a drive gear, and is connected by said first power transmission member to an idler gear with an idler shaft and sprocket, and said second power transmission member is connected to said idler sprocket and to a drum sprocket, so that rotation of said drive roller acts through said first and second power transmission members to rotate said drum.2. A head for a tape dispensing device , the head comprising:a drive roller positioned on a front end of the head and configured to receive an end of a spool of tape;an adhesive ...

SEALANT-APPLICATOR TIP AND METHOD FOR APPLYING A SEALANT MATERIAL

A method of applying a sealant material to a corner joint, formed by a first planar surface and a second planar surface, comprises positioning a sealant-applicator tip relative to the corner joint such that a first planar face of the sealant-applicator tip is in flush surface contact with and parallel to one of the first planar surface or the second planar surface and a second planar face of the sealant-applicator tip is in flush contact with and parallel to another one of the first planar surface or the second planar surface. The method further comprises advancing the sealant-applicator tip in a first direction along the corner joint while supplying the sealant material to the corner joint through a channel of the sealant-applicator tip and shaping the sealant material, supplied to the corner joint, with a seventh edge of the sealant-applicator tip to form a first bead of the sealant material. 1500300302308310500. A method () of applying a sealant material () to a corner joint () , formed by a first planar surface () and a second planar surface () , the method () comprising:{'b': 100', '302', '110', '100', '308', '310', '114', '100', '308', '310, 'positioning a sealant-applicator tip () relative to the corner joint () such that a first planar face () of the sealant-applicator tip () is in flush surface contact with and parallel to one of the first planar surface () or the second planar surface () and a second planar face () of the sealant-applicator tip () is in flush contact with and parallel to another one of the first planar surface () or the second planar surface (); and'}{'b': 100', '316', '302', '300', '302', '140', '100', '300', '302', '130', '100', '312', '300, 'advancing the sealant-applicator tip () in a first direction () along the corner joint () while supplying the sealant material () to the corner joint () through a channel () of the sealant-applicator tip () and shaping the sealant material (), supplied to the corner joint (), with a seventh edge () ...

Tool storage Assembly

A tool carrying assembly includes at least one main assembly frame; a base, constructed and arranged to support said main frame; and at least one structure configured for storing a tool on said assembly.

CORNER MUD APPLICATOR PAN

A corner mud applicator pan is provided. The corner mud applicator pan is especially suitable for use in applying beaded mud to corner units for drywall in construction of walls. The applicator pan has a V-shaped opening at the bottom of the pan which has insert guides (or “leads”) which makes insertion of the corner unit into the V-shaped opening easy and efficient. Support lines add strength to the pan and horizontal grip lines increase the grip for the user. 1) A corner mud applicator pan comprising:a housing having a first side, a second side, a front, a back, a top, a bottom, and a hollow interior;an opening slit on the first side of the housing and an opening slit on the second side of the housing;wherein the opening slit on the first side of the housing and the opening slit on the second side of the housing each have an elongated first opening and an elongated second opening;wherein the opening slit on the first side of the housing is capable of receiving a corner unit of a wall; andwherein the interior of the housing receives drywall mud and wherein the drywall mud contacts and attaches to the corner unit as the corner unit passes through the housing.2) The corner mud applicator pan of further comprising:at least one guide located above or below the opening slit of the first side of the housing wherein the guide is capable of directing the corner unit into the opening slit of the first side of the housing.3) The corner mud applicator pan of further comprising:at least one support beam located on the second side of the housing wherein the support beam receives force applied to the second side of the housing and wherein the support beam is capable of maintaining the rigidity of the second side of the housing as the corner unit passes through the housing.4) The corner mud applicator pan of wherein the housing is made of plastic.5) The corner mud applicator pan of further comprising:at least one extended recessed portion on the first side or the second side of ...

GROUT FLOA

A grout float includes a first body made of rigid material and being a board. The first body is received in a first hole in a second body which is a board. The second body has a first face and a second face respectively defined in the top and the underside thereof, wherein the second face is larger than the first face to shape the second body as a trapezoidal body. The second body has a first side and second side. The second body has four first corners. A first inclined face is connected between the first and second faces. A second inclined face is connected between the first and second sides. The second body is made of soft material. A handle unit is removably connected to the second body and includes a first handle and a second handle. 1. A grout float comprising:a first body being a board and made of rigid material, the first body having a first hole defined in each of two ends thereof, each of the first holes having inner threads;a second body having the first body received therein, the second body being a board and having two second holes which are located corresponding to the first holes, the second body having a first connection portion in which the first body is received, the second body having a first face defined in a top thereof, and a second face defined in an underside thereof, an area of the second face being larger than that of the first face, the second body being a trapezoidal body, the second body having a first side and a second side on two opposite sides thereof, a first corner defined in each of four corners of the second body, a first inclined face connected between the first and second faces, a second inclined face connected between the first and second sides;the second body being made of a material that is softer than the material of the first body;a handle unit connected to the second body and having a first handle and a second handle which is received in the first handle;the first handle being a U-shaped body and having two third holes ...

Joint Compound Spreading Tool For Drywall Joint Finishing

A hand tool is provided for the application of joint compound on wall board, a planar blade affixed to a 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 to may be used to apply a self-featured layer joint compound over drywall tape on planar butt joint or an inside corner joint. The blade is laterally flexible.

DRYWALL TOOL

A drywall tool includes a mud pan and a grip tape layer affixed to the exterior of the mud pan. Other aspects are also described and claimed. 1. A drywall tool comprising:a. a mud pan having a bottom wall, left and right longitudinal walls joined to the bottom wall, and front and rear end walls joined to the bottom wall and to the left and right longitudinal walls; andb. a grip layer of coarse-textured grip tape affixed to exteriors of the left and right longitudinal walls and to the bottom wall of the mud pan.2. The drywall tool of wherein the grip layer comprises a single claim 1 , adhesive backed grip tape sheet whose inner surface is adhesive and whose outer surface has abrasive materials glued to a backing claim 1 , wherein the inner surface of the grip tape is affixed to the exterior of the left longitudinal wall claim 1 , wraps around a corner and is then affixed to the bottom wall claim 1 , and wraps around another corner and is then affixed to the exterior of the right longitudinal wall.3. The drywall tool of wherein the grip tape has a coarseness grade in a range of 50-grit to 120-grit.4. The drywall tool of wherein the coarseness grade is 80-grit.5. The drywall tool of wherein the mud pan is made of stainless steel.6. The drywall tool of wherein the grip tape has a coarseness grade in a range of 50-grit to 120-grit.7. The drywall tool of wherein the coarseness grade is 80-grit.8. The drywall tool of wherein the mud pan is made of stainless steel. This disclosure relates to mud pans used for drywall installation and repairs.A mud pan is a tool used for installing and repairing drywall in for example residential dwelling and commercial construction. The mud pan is used to hold or mix a joint compound referred to as mud, into a smooth paste that is then smeared onto tape that covers a joint between adjacent drywall segments or exposed fastener heads that secure a drywall segment to a stud. Typically, a user grips the mud pan in one hand while holding a joint ...

Method for sealing a joint

Provided is a joint treatment method that enables smooth joint treatment without damaging the ultraviolet radiation curable resin formed on the interior sheet surface. The joint treatment method is for joining a butt joint portion of interior sheets, the protective layer being formed as a surface layer of each of the interior sheets. The method includes: (1) a step of injecting a joint treatment agent, which has no dissolving ability with respect to at least the protective layer, into the butt joint portion; and (2) a step of attaching, before the injected joint treatment agent is cured, an adhesive tape so as to straddle the butt joint portion such that the tape is in contact with the protective layer and the joint treatment agent present in the butt joint portion.

HAND TOOL ASSEMBLED USING COUNTERSUNK SHANK AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE

A hand tool. The hand tool includes the hand tool includes a shank, a handle attached to the shank, and a finishing element attached to the shank. The finishing element is attached to the shank by one or more fasteners. The fasteners extend substantially through a hole in the finishing element and an aligned hole in the shank to affix the finishing element to the shank. The fastener has a first expanded end situated in a countersink in an exposed surface of the shank. 1. A hand tool , comprising:a shank;a handle attached to the shank; anda finishing element attached to the shank by a fastener extending substantially through a hole in the finishing element and extending substantially through a hole in the shank that is aligned with the hole in the finishing element, the fastener affixing the finishing element to the shank, the fastener having a first end situated in a countersink in an exposed surface of the shank and expanded to be wider than the hole in the shank.2. The hand tool of claim 1 , wherein the handle is interference fit onto the shank.3. The hand tool of claim 1 , wherein the hand tool is a masonry tool.4. The hand tool of claim 1 , wherein the hand tool is a concrete-finishing tool.5. The hand tool of claim 1 , wherein the hand tool is a trowel.6. The hand tool of claim 1 , wherein the fastener further has a second end situated in a countersink in the finishing element.7. The hand tool of claim 6 , wherein the second end of the fastener is expanded in the countersink in the finishing element.9. The hand tool of claim 1 , wherein the shank is a rectangular cross-section bar having a plurality of holes and a countersink in each hole on an exposed surface of the shank.10. The hand tool of claim 9 , wherein the exposed surface of the shank is directed toward the handle and away from the finishing element.11. The hand tool of claim 10 , wherein the fastener is ground to the level of the exposed surface of the shank.12. The hand tool of claim 11 , wherein the ...

AUTOMATED WALL FINISHING SYSTEM AND METHOD

A method of generating a building assembly that includes spraying a coating material onto a plurality of pieces of substrate disposed on a first assembly face. The spraying includes spraying the coating material onto the plurality of pieces of substrate via a sprayer configured to apply the coating material to a target surface via a nozzle coupled with a mobile storage container storing the coating material, the coating material impregnating voids of the substrate. The method also includes allowing the coating material impregnating the voids to dry and harden and become rigid to generate the building assembly. 1. A method of generating a wall or ceiling assembly using mobile robotic coating system , the method comprising:constructing a first assembly comprising an elongated linear header and an elongated linear footer with a plurality of elongated linear studs extending between the elongated linear header and the elongated linear footer, the first assembly defining a planar first assembly face defined by respective faces of the elongated linear header, the elongated linear footer, and the plurality of studs; and the mobile robotic coating system spraying the coating material onto the plurality of pieces of flexible multi-layer substrate via a coating end effector, the coating end effector comprising a sprayer configured to apply the coating material to a target surface via a nozzle coupled with a mobile storage container storing the coating material, the coating material impregnating the voids of the second porous or mesh layer without permeating through the first base layer that is coupled to the plurality of studs, and', 'allowing the coating material impregnating the voids of the second porous or mesh layer to dry and harden and become rigid to generate the wall or ceiling assembly., 'spraying a coating material onto a plurality of pieces of flexible multi-layer substrate disposed on the planar first assembly face, the plurality of pieces of flexible multi-layer ...

TOOL FOR FINISHING AN OUTSIDE CORNER

A tool for finishing an outside corner comprises a handle and a V-shaped blade coupled to the handle. The V-shaped blade has a pair of planar blade surfaces which each extend from a vertex thereof. A retaining mechanism releasably retains a sponge against the planar blade surfaces V-shaped blade. 1. A tool comprising:a handle;a blade coupled to the handle; anda retaining mechanism releasably retaining a sponge against the blade.2. The tool as claimed in further including a seat extending along a bottom of the blade and the sponge being seated on the seat.3. The tool as claimed in wherein the retaining mechanism includes a catch which is an opening in the seat and a latch which is mounted on the blade.4. A tool comprising:a handle;a V-shaped blade coupled to the handle, the V-shaped blade having a pair of planar blade surfaces which each extend from a vertex thereof; anda retaining mechanism releasably retaining a sponge against the pair of planar blade surfaces of the V-shaped blade.5. The tool as claimed in wherein the retaining mechanism includes a catch and a latch.6. The tool as claimed in further including a seat extending along a bottom of the V-shaped blade and wherein the sponge is mounted on the seat.7. The tool as claimed in wherein the retaining mechanism includes a catch which is an opening in the seat and a latch which is mounted on the blade. 1. Field of the InventionThe present invention relates to a tool and, in particular, to a tool for finishing an outside corner.2. Description of the Related ArtIt is known to construct interior walls using drywall. It is also known to use corner bead to strengthen corners of interior walls constructed of drywall. Corner bead is generally in the form of a V-shaped, light gauge metal or paper strip which is installed on corners of the interior walls. It is therefore desirable to apply a finishing material to the corner bead to provide the corner with an even finish to facilitate painting. The finishing material is ...

TROWEL/FLOAT WITH LEVEL AND REPLACEABLE SURFACES

This disclosure relates to a trowel and/or float having a utilitarian and adjustable level built-in for ease of use and creating uniform, properly angled, smooth surfaces, and replaceable undersides for creating various effects all in one simple to use tool. 1. A trowel comprising:a handle;a base configured to accept a correspondingly configured blade,configured to replaceably attach and detach to and from said base and further comprising at least one area that is in a plane parallel to the plane of the underside of the base;an at least one level configured to be set in place into said area in said base that is in a plane parallel to the plane of the underside of the base; anda blade configured to replaceably attach and detach to and from said base and when attached, be attached in a plane parallel to the plane of the underside of the base and the said area in said base that is in a plane parallel to the plane of the underside of said base and configured with a means for replaceably attaching said blade to said base.2. The trowel of claim 1 , wherein it comprises two levels configured to be set in place into said area in said base that is in a plane parallel to the plane of the blade when attached in place.3. The trowel of claim 2 , wherein said two levels are in 90° orientation to each other.4. The trowel of wherein the handle and base are made from a non-stick plastic.5. The trowel of wherein the at least one level is adjustable.6. The trowel of wherein both levels are adjustable.7. The trowel of wherein the blade is a composite where one material is wood and the other is plastic.8. The trowel of wherein the blade is a composite of two dissimilar materials.9. The trowel of wherein said means for replaceably attaching said blade to said base is via snaps.10. The trowel of wherein said means for replaceably attaching said blade to said base is via magnets.11. The trowel of wherein said means for replaceably attaching said blade to said base is via a quarter turn ...

Tool Attachment for Raking Mortar Joints

An apparatus configured to be mounted to a power tool includes a hollow shaft configured to surround an operating element of the power tool; a substantially flat sled, in which a bottom surface of the sled is configured to interface with a working surface; and a guidance fin protruding from the bottom surface of the sled, wherein the guidance fin is configured to guide the apparatus along an operating path. The apparatus may include at least one vacuum port attachment, which can be mounted to a top surface of the sled and/or may be built into a support member of the apparatus. The apparatus may include a clamp configured to mount the apparatus to the power tool. The power tool can be a rotary hammer drill. 1. An apparatus configured to be mounted to a power tool , the apparatus comprising:a hollow shaft configured to surround an operating element of the power tool;a substantially flat sled, wherein a bottom surface of the sled is configured to interface with a working surface; anda guidance fin protruding from the bottom surface of the sled, wherein the guidance fin is configured to guide the apparatus along an operating path.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the guidance fin protrudes substantially perpendicularly from the bottom surface of the sled.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the guidance fin is configured to fit into a mortar joint.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a width of the guidance fin is less than a width of the operating element of the power tool.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the power tool is a rotary hammer drill.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the hollow shaft is oriented at an acute angle relative to the sled.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein at least one edge of the substantially flat sled is configured to curve away from the working surface.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the apparatus is configured to rotate relative to the power tool about a longitudinal axis of the hollow shaft.9. The apparatus of claim ...

TEXTURIZING A WALL OR CEILING WITH NON-ACOUSTICAL JOINT COMPOUND

A method of texturing a wall or ceiling with non-acoustical joint compound by providing a collapsible bag having an opening at its top and is adapted to contain non-acoustical joint compound for forming a textured coating on the wall or ceiling and providing a spray nozzle having a low pressure input port, a joint compound suction port attached to the opening at the top of the collapsible bag, and an output port for spraying the non-acoustical joint compound. A low pressure stream of air from an air gun attached to the low pressure input port urges a small quantity of the non-acoustical joint compound to be sprayed out of the spray nozzle when the bottom of the collapsible disposable bag is raised above its top to either allow or force the joint compound to flow into the suction port and into the interior of the spray nozzle. 118-. (canceled)19. A system for texturing a surface , the system comprising:a drywall texturing material;a drywall texturing material container having an opening and containing the drywall texturing material that forms a textured coating on the surface;a sprayer having an input port and an output port, the sprayer being attachable to the drywall texturing material container, the input port being in fluid communication with the drywall texturing material container when the sprayer is attached to the drywall texturing material container to introduce the drywall texturing material into the input port via pressure associated with the drywall texturing material container and the output port for spraying the drywall texturing material on the surface out of the output port via pressure associated with the drywall texturing material container;wherein the drywall texturing material container is disposed adjacent to the input port to force the drywall texturing material into the input port of the sprayer and into the sprayer via pressure associated with the drywall texturing material container.wherein the drywall texturing material container is a ...

PREP TOOL

A tool is provided that includes unitary plate that includes a blade portion and a tang portion. The blade portion can include an edge. The tang portion can include a positioning hole, a first hole, a slot, a second hole, a rivet hole, and one or more teeth (also referred to as one or more barbs) on a side of the tang portion. The tool can further include a hilt member which includes a through passage, a tab, and a notch. The tool includes an overlay on a body to create a handle for gripping the tool. The tool further includes a hammerhead cap on an end of the body, the hammerhead cap is coupled to the handle with a rivet through the rivet hole. 1. A tool , comprising:a unitary plate having a first end, a second end opposite thereto, a length between the first end and the second end, and a thickness, the first end forming a front end of a blade portion and the second end forming a rear end of a tang portion; a front end opposite the rear end of the tang portion;', 'a first hole proximate to the front end of the tang portion;', 'a second hole proximate to the rear end of the tang portion;', 'a third hole between the first hole and the second hole; and', 'at least one barb on each side of the tang portion;, 'the tang portion includinga body formed to surround the tang portion and is integrated to the tang portion through the first hole and the second hole;the body further comprises a slot compartment configured to store a second tool;the slot compartment has a length extending in the direction from the first end to the second end and a depth that is orthogonal to the length;the slot compartment is configured to receive the second tool and at least partially conceal the second tool within the body; anda pin inserted through the third hole of the tang portion.2. The tool of claim 1 , further comprising a hammerhead cap coupled to an end of the body.3. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the body further comprises a thumb notch aligned with the slot compartment.4. The tool of ...

DISPLACEABLE FLOOR TROWEL

A displaceable floor trowel for applying a flowable material to a floor surface includes a body having a back wall and two spaced apart guide walls extending forwardly from the back wall. A blade assembly for applying the flowable material includes a blade disposed behind the back wall. At least one connection member connects the blade to the body such that the blade is moveable to selectively engage the bottom application edge with the flowable material. A connection between the connection member(s) and the blade or the body is configurable in first and second alternate configurations. In the first configuration, the connection member(s) maintain the bottom application edge at a constant orientation with respect to the body. In the second configuration, the connection member(s) allow a variation of the orientation of the bottom application edge with respect to the body. 1. A displaceable floor trowel for applying a flowable material to a floor surface , comprising:a body for receiving the flowable material therein, the body having a back wall extending along a width of the body and two spaced apart guide walls extending forwardly from the back wall, the guide walls having lower edges abuttable against the floor surface, the back wall having a rear opening in a lower portion thereof extending along at least part of the width of the body; and a blade disposed behind the back wall and extending at least along a width of the rear opening, the blade having a bottom application edge; and', in the first configuration, the at least one connection member maintains the bottom application edge at a constant orientation with respect to the body, and', 'in the second configuration, the at least one connection member allows a variation of the orientation of the bottom application edge with respect to the body., 'at least one connection member connecting the blade to the body such that the blade is moveable to selectively engage the bottom application edge with the flowable ...

Method for finishing a surface using a grouting pan

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.

Tool Attachment for Raking Mortar Joints

An apparatus configured to be mounted to a power tool includes a hollow shaft configured to surround an operating element of the power tool; a substantially flat sled, in which a bottom surface of the sled is configured to interface with a working surface; and a guidance fin protruding from the bottom surface of the sled, wherein the guidance fin is configured to guide the apparatus along an operating path. The apparatus may include at least one vacuum port attachment, which can be mounted to a top surface of the sled and/or may be built into a support member of the apparatus. The apparatus may include a clamp configured to mount the apparatus to the power tool. The power tool can be a rotary hammer drill. 1. An apparatus configured to be mounted to a power tool , the apparatus comprising:a hollow shaft configured to surround an operating element of the power tool;a substantially flat sled, wherein a bottom surface of the sled is configured to interface with a working surface; anda guidance fin protruding from the bottom surface of the sled, wherein the guidance fin is configured to guide the apparatus along an operating path.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the guidance fin protrudes substantially perpendicularly from the bottom surface of the sled.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the guidance fin is configured to fit into a mortar joint.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a width of the guidance fin is less than a width of the operating element of the power tool.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the power tool is a rotary hammer drill.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the hollow shaft is oriented at an acute angle relative to the sled.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein at least one edge of the substantially flat sled is configured to curve away from the working surface.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the apparatus is configured to rotate relative to the power tool about a longitudinal axis of the hollow shaft.9. The apparatus of claim ...

SPEED STRIKER MULTI-FUNCTION MASONRY TOOL

A multifunction masonry tool includes a handle adapted to be held firmly in the grip of one hand. The handle is a polygonal solid, with for example four sides arrayed in generally rectangular or square cross-sectional arrangement. A narrow neck is disposed adjacent to a first end of the handle to enhance the grip of the thumb and forefinger. A loop extends from one end of the handle and a pick extends from the opposed end, both formed of a hardened, form-retaining rod material. The pick and loop may be formed from a single piece of the rod material that extends axially through the handle. 1. A multifunction masonry tool , including:a handle extending along an axis and adapted to be gripped by one hand of a user;said handle having a first tool component extending from a first, proximal end thereof;said handle having a second tool component extending from a second, distal end thereof;said proximal and distal ends being at axially opposed ends of said handle.2. The multifunction masonry tool of claim 1 , wherein said first tool component includes a loop formed of rod material and extending generally parallel to said axis and protruding proximally from said proximal end of said handle.3. The multifunction masonry tool of claim 2 , wherein said second tool component includes a pick formed of rod material and extending generally parallel to said axis and protruding distally from said distal end of said handle.4. The multifunction masonry tool of claim 3 , wherein said first and second tool components are formed integrally of a single piece of the rod material claim 3 , said single piece extending generally axially through said handle.5. The multifunction masonry tool of claim 3 , wherein said handle is a polygonal solid having a longitudinal extent along said axis.6. The multifunction masonry tool of claim 5 , wherein said handle includes a neck portion adjacent to said proximal end.7. The multifunction masonry tool of claim 5 , wherein said polygonal solid includes a ...

DEVICE FOR SMOOTHING AND/OR FLOATING

The invention relates to a device () for smoothing and/or floating and/or spreading filler compounds or plaster compounds, comprising a smoothing and/or filler plate () and a handle () connected to the smoothing and/or filler plate (), wherein the smoothing and/or filler plate () has a working surface and a fastening side () lying opposite the working surface for the handle. The aim of the invention is that handle and trowel plate are at least partially glued together by an intermediate element, which should confer a long service life to the device. This is achieved in that the smoothing and/or filler plate () is glued to the handle by means of an intermediate element with the aid of an adhesive (), wherein a sealing () is arranged between the intermediate element and the smoothing and/or filler plate (). 110012114111121. A device () for smoothing and/or filling and/or for spreading filler compounds or plaster compounds , comprising a smoothing and/or a filling plate () as well as a handle () connected with the smoothing and/or filling plate () , wherein the smoothing and/or or filling plate () has a working surface and a fastening side () opposite the working surface for the handle , wherein the smoothing and/or filling plate () is glued with an adhesive () together with the handle by an intermediate element , and wherein a sealing () is arranged between the intermediate element and the smoothing and/or filling plate ().21212. A device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the sealing () is designed as a sealing () circumferential about the intermediate element.314. A device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the intermediate element is designed flat or comprises at least one flat section ().4. A device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the intermediate element is designed as a connecting plate.511. A device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the adhesive () is an acrylate adhesive claim 1 , in particular claim 1 , a foamed ...

VARIABLE ANGLE CORNER FLUSHER

A variable angle corner flusher tool includes a pair of blades pivotally connected along one edge. An activator assembly is provided to facilitate angular adjustment of the blades. The activator assembly includes an activator screw and a slider bracket that moves axially along the activator screw. A pair of linkage arms are provided, with each linkage arm having a first end attached to the slider bracket and a second end attached to one the pair of blades. The linkage arms results in an axial position of the slider bracket along the activator screw determining the angular positioning of the blades. A ratchet plate is pivotally mounted to the slider bracket. The ratchet plate is selectively pivoted between an engaged position engaged with the activator screw and a disengaged position disengaged from activator screw. 1. (canceled)2. A variable angle corner flusher tool comprising:a body;a pair of blades pivotally connected along one edge by a hinge pin that is supported by the body, the blades being relatively movable in a first direction to form an increasingly acute angle and movable in a second direction to form an increasingly obtuse angle;at least one spring exerting a biasing force to bias the blades in one of the first direction or the second direction;an actuator assembly selectively resisting the biasing force of the at least one spring to facilitate angular adjustment of the blades, the actuator assembly including:an activator screw supported by the body,a slider bracket that freely slides axially along the activator screw;a pair of linkage arms, each linkage arm having a first end attached to the slider bracket and a second end attached to one the pair of blades, such that an axial position of the slider bracket along the activator screw determines the angular positioning of the blades; anda ratchet plate pivotally mounted to the slider bracket, the ratchet plate has an engaged position engaged with the activator screw to lock the slider bracket in a ...

DRYWALL TAPING TOOL

A taping tool is provided, the taping tool includes a housing, a spool disposed at one end of the housing, and a blade disposed at another end of the housing. The blade has a first end defining a first cutting tool and a second end defining a second cutting tool. The blade is retained by the housing in either a first configuration in which the first cutting tool projects from the housing or in a second configuration in which the second cutting tool projects from the housing. 1. A taping tool comprising:a housing;a spool disposed at one end of the housing; and 'wherein the blade is retained by the housing in either a first configuration, in which the first cutting tool projects from the housing, or in a second configuration, in which the second cutting tool projects from the housing.', 'a blade disposed at another end of the housing, the blade having a first end defining a first cutting tool and a second end defining a second cutting tool,'}2. The taping tool of claim 1 , wherein the first cutting tool is a straight blade.3. The taping tool of claim 1 , wherein the second cutting tool is a serrated blade.4. The taping tool of claim 1 , wherein the blade includes a first aperture adjacent the first end and a second aperture adjacent the second end claim 1 , and the blade is fastened to the housing at either the first aperture or the second aperture.5. The taping tool of claim 4 , wherein at least one of the first and second apertures defines an elongated slot.6. The taping tool of claim 4 , wherein at least one of the first and second apertures is a threaded aperture for receiving a threaded shaft to fasten the blade to the housing.7. The taping tool of claim 4 , further comprising a fastener for coupling the blade to the housing claim 4 , the fastener including a knob.8. The taping tool of claim 1 , wherein the first cutting tool is at an angle relative to the second cutting tool.9. A taping tool comprising:a housing including a bottom outer surface, the bottom outer ...

Taping tool having improved tape advance

The present disclosure describes a taping tool for taping gaps, seams, and/or joints between wallboard members that includes a simplified tape advance/actuation assembly. The taping tool has an elongate body portion with first and second ends, and a connected head portion that directs dispensed tape toward a joint between wallboard members. The tape advance/actuation assembly has a control member forming part of the tool's elongate body portion and a tape engagement member housed by the tool's head portion. The tape engagement member moves in substantial unison with and in response to movement of the control member. The tape engagement member engages or disengages the tape depending at least in part on the position and/or direction of movement of the control member. The extent of the engagement between the tape engagement member and the tape may be adjusted though manipulation of a single fastener.

Procedure of masonry and nozzle for viscous fluid injection

The present invention consists in a nozzle for the efficient injection of viscous fluids into holes, cracks or groves through a mechanism preventing the draining outwardly of the volume to fill, which is obtained by incorporating to the injector's tip a screen with a central boring adjusted to the injector tip's surface, preferably of a semi-spherical form and of ferrous material, where said screen shows some freedom of movement levels with respect to the injector, thanks to screen's central boring being surrounded of magnets and having a semi-spherical profile that supplements the injector's tip.

Multi-directional reinforcing drywall tape

A reinforcing drywall tape and a method of making the same, the tape having a greige combined with a laid scrim constructed in situ on the greige and bonded to the greige by a resin coating, and a pressure sensitive adhesive fully covering an inward facing surface of the greige wherein the greige is adapted for adherence to drywall sections.