АКУСТИЧЕСКАЯ КОНСТРУКЦИЯ ДЛЯ ПРОИЗВОДСТВЕННЫХ ПОМЕЩЕНИЙ

Изобретение относится к промышленной акустике, в частности к широкополосному шумоглушению. Акустическая конструкция производственных помещений содержит каркас цеха, несущие стены с ограждениями в виде пола и потолка, которые облицованы звукопоглощающими конструкциями, оконные и дверные проемы, а также штучные звукопоглотители, содержащие каркас, в котором расположен звукопоглощающий материал, и установленные над шумным оборудованием. Пол выполнен на упругом основании. Конструкция пола на упругом основании содержит установочную плиту, выполненную из армированного вибродемпфирующим материалом бетона, которая устанавливается на двух жестко связанных между собой базовых плитах межэтажного перекрытия повышенной прочности и сейсмостойкости с полостями через слои вибродемпфирующего и гидроизоляционного материала с зазором относительно несущих стен производственного помещения. Слои вибродемпфирующего и гидроизоляционного материала выполнены с отбортовкой, плотно прилегающей к несущим конструкциям ...

Слоистая подложка для покрытий

Полезная модель относится к изоляционным материалам, в частности изолирующим подложкам, и может быть использована для повышения влагоизоляции и обеспечения антибактериальных свойств в жилых, общественных и производственных помещениях, преимущественно в конструкциях пола, стен и крыш. Предложенная слоистая подложка для покрытий содержит два взаимосоединенных слоя из полимерных пленок, между которыми расположен слой гранулированного пенополистирола, закрепленного с помощью клеевых слоев. Пенополистирол изготовлен из калиброванных гранул одной фракции, на которые предварительно нанесены наночастицы серебра размером 1-1000 нм. Верхний слой выполнен с напуском от 50 мм до 300 мм. С тыльной стороны напуска нанесен клей постоянной липкости, который закрыт защитной пленкой, выполненной с возможностью съема. Гранулы пенополистирола равномерно расположены между нижним и верхним слоем. Технический результат - повышение антимикробной активности изделия и гигиенической безопасности. 7 з.п. ф-лы, 3 ил ...

СЛОИСТАЯ ПЛИТА ПОЛА

Изобретение относится к строительству, а именно к конструкциям полов жилых, производственных, административных зданий, а также тротуарных плит. Плита пола выполнена из теплоизоляционного фибробетонного слоя на основе кордового волокна (длина волокон 5 - 25 мм, их диаметр 0,2 - 0,67 мм) и цементного покрытия толщиной, равной 0,08 - 0,3 толщины теплоизоляционного слоя. Плиту получают из бетонной смеси с соотношением цемента и кордового волокна по объему 1 : 0,5 - 1 : 2,0 с последующим ее расслоением на теплоизоляционный слой и покрытие. 1 ил.,1 табл.

СИСТЕМА НАСТИЛОВ В ПОМЕЩЕНИЯХ ДЛЯ УМЕНЬШЕНИЯ ШУМА, СОДЕРЖАЩАЯ МНОГОСЛОЙНУЮ ПЛИТУ БОЛЬШОЙ ЖЕСТКОСТИ

... 1. Система настила для помещения, содержащая множество опор, расположенных с равномерными интервалами, и верхние плиты, размещенные на опорах, при этом каждая из верхних плит включает верхний щит, нижний щит и четырехугольную усиливающую раму, расположенную между верхним щитом и нижним щитом. 2. Система настила по п.1, в которой усиливающая рама содержит, по меньшей мере, один усиливающий элемент, расположенный в ее центральной части, для увеличения жесткости. 3. Система настила по п.1, в которой верхний щит, нижний щит и усиливающий элемент выполнены из одного или нескольких материалов, выбранных из древесины, неорганического материала, синтетической смолы, стали и алюминия. 4. Система настила по любому из пп.2 и 3, в которой усиливающая рама дополнительно содержит звукопоглощающий материал или теплоизоляционный материал, введенный между усиливающими элементами. 5. Система настила по п.4, в которой звукопоглощающий материал или теплоизоляционный материал содержит синтетическое волокно, ...

ВИБРОДЕМПФИРУЮЩАЯ ВСТАВКА ДЛЯ ПОЛОСТЕЙ ПЛИТ МЕЖЭТАЖНОГО ПЕРЕКРЫТИЯ

... 1. Вибродемпфирующая вставка для полостей плит межэтажного перекрытия, выполненная в виде цилиндра из жесткого вибродемпфирующего материала, внутри которого осесимметрично и коаксиально расположен упругий сердечник с дисками, отличающаяся тем, что вдоль оси упругого сердечника жестко закреплены по всей длине полости цилиндра демпфирующие диски, при этом крайние диски закреплены «заподлицо» с цилиндром из вибродемпфирующего материала, торцы которого, в свою очередь, расположены «заподлицо» с боковыми поверхностями базовой плиты межэтажного перекрытия, а промежуточные демпфирующие диски расположены равномерно с шагом, не превышающим внутренний диаметр цилиндра.2. Вибродемпфирующая вставка для полостей плит межэтажного перекрытия по п. 1, отличающаяся тем, что демпфирующие полости в вибродемпфирующей вставке, образованные демпфирующими дисками, заполнены вибродемпфирующим материалом, например литьевым полиуретаном, а полости, образованные крайними демпфирующими дисками и соседними с ними дисками ...

ЭЛЕКТРООБОГРЕВАЕМЫЙ ПОЛ

Электрообогреваемый пол, содержащий теплоизолирующий, подстилающий, теплоаккумулирующий слои, покрытие и соединенные параллельно нагревательные элементы в виде углеродных лент, отличающийся тем, что пол выполнен монолитным на едином основании, а углеродные ленты, характеризующиеся шириной 15-100 мм и линейным электрическим сопротивлением 2-20 Ом/м, расположены между подстилающим и теплоаккумулирующим слоями равномерно по площади пола так, что отношение ширины к длине ленты составляет от 1 : 10 до 1 : 125, а отношение суммарной площади лент к площади пола составляет 0,2-0,9.

КОНСТРУКЦИЯ ПОЛА НА ВИБРОДЕМПФИРУЮЩЕМ ОСНОВАНИИ

ОСНОВАНИЕ И УСТРОЙСТВО ПОЛА, СИСТЕМА НАПОЛЬНОГО ПОКРЫТИЯ И ИСПОЛЬЗУЮЩИЙ ЕЕ СПОСОБ УСТАНОВКИ ПОЛА

Машина для укладки строительных смесей

МАШИНА ДЛЯ УКПАДКИ СТРОИТЕЛЬНЫХ СМЕСЕЙ по авт.св. № 750014, отличающаяся тем, что, с целью повьппения степени равномерности укладки смеси при формовании изделий с продольными ребрами, вал лопастного барабанного метателя выполнен ступенчатым,, а расстояния от оси вала до нар жных кромок лопастей на.всех ступенях равны.

Making substrate to hold floor heating - by heating and moulding plastic film into sheet with hollow pipe holders, filling holders with granules, and bonding foam

Supporting sheet for floor heaters is produced by thermoforming a plastic film into both the sheet and holders to take the heating pipe worm, attaching the sheet to a thermally insulating layer also. Fillings are placed in the thermoformed holders, foam is next applied to the fillings on the underside of the sheet, and a sheet of insulation is placed beneath the structure. Pref. foam is polyurethane, preferred film is PVC and preferred filling is crosslinked polyethylene granules. PVC film is thermoformed into the sheet with its hollow holders (3) which are then placed downwards (Fig.2) and filled with the granules (5) of (e.g.) scrap material. The foam (6) is next applied to the open end of the granule fillings (5) and the thermal insulation sheet (4) is pressed on before the foam (6) has fully expanded. ADVANTAGE - Enables the supporting sheet to be of minimal thickness. The stability of the granules filling ensures that the system is suitable for walking on.

Drainageprofil für Bodenbeschichtungen

Abdeckfolie

FUSSBODEN

FUSSBODENSTRUKTUR.

Zusammengesetztes schalldämpfendes Material und seine Anwendung für Böden.

Kapillarbrechende Rollenbahndrainage

Hangar structure insulated dry underfloor - has galvanised sheet steel between chipboard panels on double cruciform bituminised panels

Requirements of small coefficient of expansion and good heat and dampness insulation are optimally fulfilled by a dry underfloor in a large-area hangar-type structure, such as sports hall. It comprises a layer of bitumised insulating panels (4), laid in double cruciform pattern, with glued chipboard panels (5) laid on them. Galvanised steel sheet is cemented onto these, with synthetic resin adhesive. More chipboard panels (a), with tongue and groove bonding, are laid on this, the other way, and stapled through to the first chipboard panels with clamps (12) through the steel sheet.

Multilayered decoupling, sealing and drainage system comprises a sealing layer, a drainage grid, a fleece layer, an anchoring grid for a hardenable filler compound, and a reinforcing layer

The multilayered decoupling, sealing and drainage system (1), in particular, for laying ceramic tiles by a thin-bed process, comprises a sealing layer (4), a drainage grid (3), a fleece layer (6) penetrable by liquids, an anchoring grid (2) for a hardenable filler compound (12), and a reinforcing layer (5) which at least within certain sections is firmly attached to the anchoring grid.

Diffusionsoffener Unterbau für Fußbodenheizungen aus Schaumglasschotter, insbesondere für hochwassergefährdete Gebiete

Die Erfindung betrifft einen Unterbodenaufbau für die Sanierung oder den Neubau von Gebäuden, insbesondere in hochwassergefährdeten Gebieten. Erfindungsgemäß umfasst der Unterbodenaufbau die folgende Schichten: eine erste wasserdurchlässige Trennschicht, eine isolierende Schicht eines ersten wärmedämmenden Materials, eine isolierende Schicht eines zweiten wärmedämmenden Materials, eine zweite wasserdurchlässige Trennschicht und einen Estrich, wobei die isolierende Schicht des ersten wärmedämmenden Materials als lose Schüttung des ersten wärmedämmenden Materials und die isolierende Schicht des zweiten wärmedämmenden Materials als gebundene Schüttung des zweiten wärmedämmenden Materials vorliegt.

Randdämmstreifen

Levelling base for compensating for uneven areas during mounting of lath substructures for wall and ceiling claddings of all types

The base is used for the cost-effective compensation of uneven areas in bare ceilings/walls in all cases in which a precisely even level is required. The base can be fixed firmly in any position. The use of other complex auxiliary means is dispensed with.

GESCHUETTETE, WAERME UND TRITTSCHALL DAEMMENDE SCHICHT FUER UNTERBOEDEN, BESTEHEND AUS EINEM BINDEMITTEL UND HANFSCHAEBEN

Flächenelement zur Aufnahme von Fußbodenheizungsrohren

Flächenelement (1) aus einem wärmedämmenden Werkstoff, wie beispielsweise Polystyrolschaum, mit nach oben offenen Kanälen (2) zur Aufnahme von Fußbodenheizungsrohren (3), wobei die Oberfläche mit einer Wärmeleitfolie (5) versehen ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Wärmeleitfolie (5) vor der Verlegung der Fußbodenheizungsrohre (3) die gesamte Oberfläche des Flächenelementes (1) einschließlich der Kanäle (2) überdeckt, wobei die Wärmeleitfolie (5) in der Mitte der abgedeckten Kanäle (2) eine Perforation (7) aufweist zum Aufreißen der Wärmeleitfolie (5) beim Eindrücken der Fußbodenheizungsrohre (3) in die Kanäle (2).

Wasserableitfähiges Verbundsystem zum Einsatz als Boden

Wasserableitfähiges Verbundsystem zum Einsatz als Boden, insbesondere für Balkone und Terrassen, aufweisend eine Unterschicht (2) aus einem ein Gefälle aufweisenden Untergrund (2.1), eine Mittelschicht (3) mit einer Drainageschicht (3.1) und einem darauf angeordneten Maschennetz (3.2), wobei die Drainageschicht (3.1) in Richtung des Gefälles Rillen (3.1b) und Tragstege (3.1a) aufweist, und eine Oberschicht (4) mit einem Nutzbelag (4.1), insbesondere Fliesen, Naturwerkstein oder Betonplatten, welcher mittels Haftmaterials (4.2) mit der Mittelschicht (3) verbunden ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Tragstege (3.1a) der Drainageschicht (3.1) aus im Verarbeitungszustand formbarem und im Verbundsystem ausgehärtetem Material bestehen.

Schichtverbund als Träger für keramische, Stein- oder ähnliche Beläge

Schichtverbund (1, 1') als Träger für keramische, Stein- oder ähnliche Beläge, aufgebaut aus zumindest drei miteinander verbundenen Schichten (2, 2'; 3, 3'; 4, 4'), nämlich einer Drainagesystemschicht, einer wasserdichten, elastische Folie (3, 3') und einem Vlies (4, 4'), dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Drainagesystemschicht ein Abstandsgewirke (2, 2') ist, welches verteilt über die Gesamtfläche des Abstandsgewirkes (2, 2') mit senkrecht von oben eingebrachten Ausnehmungen ausgestattet ist.

Entkopplungsbahn

Entkopplungsbahn als Träger für auf eine Unterkonstruktion aufzubringende keramische, Stein- oder ähnliche Beläge, bestehend aus einer Mehrzahl von miteinander verbundenen Schichten, von denen zumindest eine Schicht aus einem wasserundurchlässigen Material besteht, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Entkopplungsbahn (10) aus zwei Schichten (11, 12) aufgebaut ist, von denen die eine, als Trägerschicht für die aufzubringenden Beläge dienende Schicht (11) aus einem offenporigen sowie wasser- und formbeständigen Schaumstoff geschäumt ist und die andere, aus dem wasserundurchlässigen Material bestehende Schicht als auf die Unterkonstruktion aufzubringende Unterschicht (12) mit einer Seite der Schaumstoffschicht (11) verbunden ist, wobei in die Schaumstoffschicht (11) über deren Oberfläche verteilte, von deren freier Oberfläche bis zur Unterschicht (12) reichende Durchbrechungen (13) eingebracht sind.

System zur Herstellung stabiler Untergründe auf tragfähigen Unterlagen

Nonwoven or film web has one or several layers and is used in building insulation

The edges of the web (1) feature adhesive surfaces (3) to provide for an overlapping adhesion to another web (1') or another building component. The adhesive surfaces are located on opposite web sides along the two edges (4,5) and effect an adhesion in connection with surfaces with a similar coating. The adhesive surface on the right-hand edge (4) is on the topside, while the adhesive surface on the left-hand edge (5) is located on the underside of the web.

VERFAHREN ZUM VERLEGEN VON BODENBELAEGEN

FLOORING PANELS

FOAM PANELS AND BLOCKS OF HOLLOW PROFILES, THE MANUFACTURE THEREOF, AND THE USE THEREOF AS INSULATING AND/OR DRAINAGE PANELS

Cover for an access aperture

A cover for covering an access aperture in a floor member (P) comprises a blind cover plate (1) and a wiring cover plate (2), the wiring cover plate (2) including at least one opening (20), the blind cover plate (1) and the wiring cover plate (2) being interconnected such that the cover plates (1, 2) are vertically aligned, parallel and spaced apart, the spacing of the cover plates (1, 2) being greater than or equal to the sum of the thickness of the floor member (P) and the diameter of a cable (C) arranged to pass through the access aperture. In the embodiment illustrated, two covers (A, A') are arranged back-to-back, and the vertical webs (3, 3') have fibre coatings (31, 31'). ...

Reflective thermal/vapour/acoustic underlay insulation barrier for floor coverings

Thermal/acoustic/vapour insulation barriers for floor coverings such as wood, vinyl, cushion, carpets and rugs, tiles, ceramic tiles, flocked substrates or bricks incorporate a reflective surface that reflects more than 80% of total radiation that passes in and though a floor-covering to the area/ground or medium beneath it. The invention is particularly but not exclusively a foam (e.g. polyethylene or polypropylene or polyester), crumb or latex rubber, non-woven felt or woven or knitted substrate that has one or both sides covered with a reflective surface such as a metallised polyester or aluminium foil. A woven, knitted or non-woven backing may be present.

Improvements in and relating to liquid impermeable and liquid vapour/gas permeable fabrics

A vapour permeable fabric comprises a first reflective layer laminated to a second filamentous layer for example by calendering. The first reflective layer may comprise a single metallic or reflective foil, a polymeric foil with metallic (eg. aluminium or an alloy thereof) or reflective material applied thereto, or a laminate of multiple reflective foils interspersed with non reflective foils. The reflective layer may be microporous or micro perforated. The filamentous layer may comprise a non woven (eg spun-bonded) or a woven polymeric fabric. Suitable polymers for either layer include polypropylene, polyamides or polyesters. In an alternative embodiment the reflective layer comprises a filamentous layer wherein the filaments are spun from a blend comprising a polymeric material and a reflective material. Said reflective material may be supplied as a masterbatch and may comprise finely ground aluminium (or an alloy thereof) particles in a polymer matrix. The invented fabrics may be used ...

Composite membrane

Loft flooring system

A raised loft flooring system comprises: a plurality of bridging supports each adapted to bridge between a substantially parallel pair of joists of a loft floor and having a first upright leg with a foot to mount onto a first of the joists and having, in use, a second upright leg with a foot to mount onto a second of the joists, and a spanning element therebetween defining a flooring surface or onto which flooring boards or flooring panels are laid, wherein each leg is initially so separate and the spanning element is an initially separate beam that is mounted to the legs to span between the joists. Insulation may be accommodated beneath the flooring without being compressed. Storage may be provided beneath the raised flooring. The spanning elements may be adapted to carry electric cabling or pipes and may have covers incorporating power or lighting outlets. Additional spacers may be provided to lift the spanning element higher than the top of the legs. An alignment tool for the legs and ...

Improvements in or relating to concrete faced heat insulating walls, floors, ceilings and the like

... 152,173. Johnston, P. L. G. Chisholm, R. R. G., and Martin, W. A. Aug. 26, 1919. Materials, special.-The walls, floors, or ceilings for rooms, or cabins, or storage chambers in ships consist of two or more sheets of corrugated material a separated by battens, chocks of wood, or other heat-insulating material c to which they are nailed or screwed, the nails or screws being placed alternately on opposite sides and so that they do not make metallic contact between the sheets. The cavities are filled with cork compound or other heat-insulating material e. The sheets may be formed of cement, asbestos, or metal, and the corrugations of adjacent sheets may cross. Sheets of expanded metal b or wire or rods may be secured to the outer and inner faces and be embedded in concrete d. Wires or tie rods h may also be added.

Structural beam

The elongate beam 10 has a base 16 and two spaced apart walls 12,14 together forming a trough 18, each wall having a channel 26, 28, suitable for receiving insulation, formed from first and second ledges 20a,b and 22a,b respectively, extending away from the trough. Also claimed is a kit of parts, a floor and a method of use, wherein the trough receives liquid cement in situ and insulation is installed into the channel(s). The beam may comprise a fibre reinforced plastic e.g. GRP, and the polystyrene may be expanded polystyrene, which may be bonded or glued to the channel. The beam may have a camber or curve along its length to compensate for the weight of the concrete poured into the trough. A concrete screed may be poured onto the beams and insulation to form a composite floor. The floor may be relatively thin compared to conventional concrete and block floors.

Improvements in and relating to liquid impermeable and liquid vapour/gas permeable fabrics

Improvements in or relating to structures for floors and ceilings of buildings

... 755,483. Floors. BONA, G. Aug. 27, 1954, No. 24975/54. Class 20(4). In a method of constructing a heated, and sound proof floor, a carrier floor 1 made of reinforced beams formed of hollow blocks, with, or without, filler blocks between them, or of reinforced concrete, is first erected to carry on its upper surface 7 a heating installation, the heating coils 11 only of which are shown, air circulation openings being formed in the carrier floor 1 by removing small diaphragms in the floor blocks, or by cutting holes in the concrete, according to the type of floor erected, whereupon the feet at the corners of cast blocks 5, arched in two directions, are arranged on sound insulating plates 6 placed on the upper surface 7 of the carrier floor 1. A foundation of binding material e.g. cement sand grout 3, is then spread over the cast blocks 5 and over the plates 6 between the corresponding bevelled corners of the arched blocks 5 and in grooves 8 in their upper faces. Sound waves are dampened particularly ...

COMPOSITE MATERIAL

AUTOMATIC DEVICE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF CURVED COURSE MATERIAL, IN PARTICULAR FOR PACKING, THERMAL INSULATION, SOUND PROOFING ETC.

VERBUNDFOLIE

MICRO-STRUCTURED OBERFLÄCHENFILM TO THE FLÜSSIGKEITSAUFNAHME AND TRANSPORT

OSCILLATION DAMPING AND HEAT ISOLATION MEANS FOR A SWIMMING GROUND AND FLOOR USING THIS MEANS

BOTTOM PLATE FOR THE TRANSFER OF ASSEMBLY FIXTURES

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A WICKELS OUT ON ONE SIDE WITH BITUMEN-BOUND CORK PELLET COATED PAPER WEBS, AND IN THIS PROCEDURE OF MANUFACTURE WIND

SURFACE, IN PARTICULAR FOR ACCESSIBLE SURFACES

DRAINAGE COURSE OR DISK MATERIAL FOR THE DRAINING AND/OR AIRING OUT TRANSFER OF TILINGS IN THE DUENNBETT

BAHNFÖRMIGES MATERIAL FROM PLASTIC FOR THE STABILIZATION OF A SURFACE

FUSSBODEN

Sound insulating member

Trittschalldämmelement (1) für einen schalldämmenden Bodenaufbau (2), wobei das Trittschalldämmelement (1) zumindest einen auf einen Untergrund (3) auflegbaren Dämmkörper (4) und eine Tragplatte (5) umfasst, und ein Abschnitt des Dämmkörpers (4) in einer Aufnahmeausnehmung (6) der Tragplatte (5) angeordnet ist, wobei die Aufnahmeausnehmung (6), zumindest in einem Querschnitt gesehen, sacklochförmig ist.

Self-adhesive protective tape for use as a moisture barrier and sound insulation in a floor construction

Es wird ein selbstklebendes Schutzband (1) zur Verwendung als Feuchtebarriere und Schalldämmung in einem Fußbodenaufbau (7), mit einer wasserundurchlässigen Decklage (2), einer Klebelage (3) sowie einer zwischen Deck- und Klebelage angeordneten Schaumlage (4), beschrieben. Um ein Schutzband der eingangs geschilderten Art anzugeben, das sowohl einen zuverlässigen Baufeuchteschutz des angrenzenden Wandaufbaus als auch eine zuverlässige Schalldämmung im Grenzbereich zwischen Fußbodenaufbau und Wandaufbau sicherstellt, ohne dafür eine kosten- und zeitintensive Abdichtung erforderlich zu machen, wird vorgeschlagen, dass die Schaumlage (4) wenigstens zwei unter Ausbildung einer Wassersperrschicht (6) stoffschlüssig miteinander verpresste Schaumschichten (5) eines geschlossenzelligen Schaumstoffes aufweist und das Schutzband (1) so zu einer Rolle aufwickelbar ist, dass dabei die polyolefinbasierte Decklage (2) eine Schutzfolie für die kautschuk- oder polyurethanbasierte Klebelage (3) bildet.

ZWISCHENBODEN ZUM KLEBERLOSEN VERLEGEN VON NADELFILZTEPPICHBELAEGEN

LEDGE FOR SCREED TRANSFER

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A WICKELS OUT ON ONE SIDE WITH BITUMEN-BOUND CORK PELLET COATED PAPER WEBS, AND IN THIS PROCEDURE OF MANUFACTURE WIND

FLOOR STRUCTURE

INTERMEDIATE BOTTOM FOR ADHESIVE LOTS MOVING NEEDLE FELT CARPET SURFACES

SURFACE, IN PARTICULAR FOR ACCESSIBLE SURFACES

HYDRAULIC ISOLATION OF KRAGPLATTEN

LEDGE FOR SCREEDS

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION FROM TILES TO THE SPACE LINING AND SO MANUFACTURE LEATHER TILES

WATERPROOF SEALING AND PROTECTIVE LAYER FOR SURFACES

MOVEMENT JOINT SEALING PROFILE

FLOOR COVERING.

ISOLATION PLATE

MIXTURE GROUND BUILDING METHOD AND PROCEDURE FOR THEIR PRODUCTION.

DEVICE FOR FLOOR VENTILATION.

DISK ASSEMBLY AND PROCEDURE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF THE SAME.

Floor.

MODULAR HOLLOW FLOOR PANELS WITH INTEGRATED WIRING.

STRUCTURE OF SURFACE FOR A FLOOR OR A WALL HEATING.

FLOOR PANEL.

REMOVABLE, FABRIC-WELL-BEHAVED, TEAR-SPREAD-PREVENTING CONNECTING MATERIAL FOR CONNECTING THE BASIC SURFACE OF A STRUCTURE WITH A WHEREUPON IT ATTACHED SURFACE LAYER, PROCEDURE FOR ITS USE AND WITH THIS MATERIAL MANUFACTURE RESIST COATING CONSTRUCTION.

WÄRMEISOLIERENDER UNTERBODEN

TILE, TILE COMPONENT.

TILE FLOOR AND ITS MANUFACTURING PROCESS

DECKENBESCHÜTTUNGSMATERIAL

Procedure for the production of foam material bodies

FLOOR MAT

Prefabricated one angular Verkleidungsplatte for interior decoration purposes

Procedure and device for the production of Schaumstoffkörnpern

HUFEISENEINLAGE

CARRIER COURSE FOR INFLUENCES OF THE WEATHER SUSPENDED GROUND OR WALL COVERINGS

Gumption device for making sound proofing panels of a foamed plastic block

OFFICE PANEL ARRANGEMENT

Sound-isolating Unterboden

Procedure for the production warm and sound-absorbing document

Floor

MOTHER BOARD FROM FOIL-WELL-BEHAVED PLASTIC FOR A DISKDRESSED FLOOR OR A WALL

A FROM OF A MULTIPLICITY OF MECHANICALLY CONNECTED PANELS COMPOUND FLOOR

Assembly fixture for the production of a dry screed

PVC board and method of manufacture

A novel PVC board and method of manufacture. The board provides shock absorption, temperature-insulation for energy saving, and noise-reduction advantages. The method of manufacture simplifies the production process, and improves production time and efficiency.

CABLE DUCTING SYSTEM

A material

Improvements in or relating to flooring

Building product

FLOOR HEATING DEVICE WITH SELF-REGULATING CABLE

The invention relates to a floor heating device comprising an electric heating cable (5) extending backwards and forwards underneath the floor surface (9) to be heated. Metal panels (1, 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d) of rectangular or square configuration are provided with channels (3, 3a, 3b, 3c) extending in parallel in the direction of deposition of the panels. Each metal panel (1, 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d) is fitted on its reverse side with an insulating panel (2) in a sandwich construction in such a manner that the channels (3, 3a, 3b, 3c) of the metal panel (1, 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d) penetrate into the material of the insulating panel (2). The assembled panels (1, 1a, 1b, 1c, 1d) and panels (2) are deposited on the support (4) of the floor in juxtaposed relationship in the longitudinal and transverse directions in such a manner that each channel (3, 3a, 3b, 3c) of one metal panel (1, 1b, 1c, 1d) continues into another channel (3b, 3c, 3a, respectively) formed in the adjacent metal panels (1b, 1c, and 1a, respectively ...

Low Reflected-Sound-Pressure-Level, Low Moisture-Vapor-Transmission-Rate Flooring System

A flooring system having a top floor layer, a sub-floor, and an underlayment material disposed between the sub-floor and the top floor layer is disclosed. The underlayment material may include a cross-linked, polyolefin foam having a moisture vapor transmission rate of less than about 3.0 lb/1000 ft 2 /24 hr, and an average sound pressure level of less than about 15 dB over a range of about 300 Hz to about 1000 Hz. Foam density, gel fraction, and resin blend may combine to provide an underlayment material having such reflective sound and moisture vapor barrier properties.

Floor panel and floating floor system incorporating the same

A floor panel and a floating floor system include a top surface and a bottom surface. The top surface has a visible decorative pattern and the bottom surface has a recess which extends about the periphery of the bottom surface. The recess has a recess surface. The floor panel includes a joining member with a top surface and a bottom surface. The top surface of the joining member is adhered to the recess surface of the recess. The bottom surface of the joining member and the bottom surface of the floor panel are essentially flush which each other. The use of the joining member does not create any imprints on the top surface of the floor panel.

INSULATING FLOOR UNDERLAYMENT

A flooring material having a textile pad substructure with a density of greater than 10 pounds per cubic foot is provided. The textile pad has reinforcement and binding fibers. The binding fibers are thermoplastic and are used to bind the reinforcement fibers together. The pad is created by heating and compressing a fibrous textile batt so that it has a density of greater than 13 pounds per cubic foot. 1. A floor structure consisting of:a wood based laminate;an insulative pad disposed adjacent to wood based laminate, said insulative pad having consisting of a fibrous web layer wherein said fibrous web layer comprises reinforcement fibers distributed substantially randomly in a first plane, said reinforcement fibers being interlocked, wherein after the insulative pad material is compressed to 75% of its original thickness during a compression set test, the material is then capable of returning to more than 80% of its original thickness and has a compression resistance at a compression of 25% of the original thickness of greater than about 20 psi; anda vapor barrier fixably coupled to the insulative pad.2. The floor structure according to further comprising binder fibers selected from the group consisting of polyethylene claim 1 , polyester claim 1 , polypropylene claim 1 , and mixtures thereof.3. The floor structure according to wherein the insulative pad has a density of greater than about 10.0 pounds per cubic foot.4. The floor structure according to wherein the insulative pad has a density of about 18.9 pounds per cubic foot.5. The floor structure according to wherein the insulative pad is about 3/32 inch thick.6. The floor structure according to wherein the insulative pad has a compression resistance at 50% of the original thickness of greater than about 180 psi.7. The floor structure according to further comprising an adhesive layer disposed between the insulative pad and the vapor barrier.8. A floor structure consisting of:a wood based laminate;an insulative ...

SURFACE UNDERLAYMENT

A flooring system is constructed on a base. The flooring system includes a permeable barrier layer, a porous underlayment, an impermeable sealing layer, and a flooring. The barrier layer is configured to cover the base. The underlayment overlies the barrier layer, with the barrier layer preventing binding of the underlayment to the base while permitting fluid to pass between the base and underlayment. The underlayment presents a top face, and the sealing layer coats the top face of the underlayment. The flooring is fixed relative to the top face of the underlayment. 1. A method of constructing a flooring system on a base , said construction method comprising the steps of:(a) lining the base with a permeable barrier layer;(b) applying a porous underlayment on the barrier layer, with the barrier layer serving to prevent binding of the underlayment to the base while permitting fluid to pass between the base and underlayment;(c) sealing the top face of the underlayment; and(d) fixing a flooring relative to the top face of the underlayment.2. The construction method as claimed in claim 1 ,prior to step (a), preparing the base.3. The construction method as claimed in claim 2 ,said preparing step including the steps of filling any cracks in the base and/or leveling any low spots in the base.4. The construction method as claimed in claim 2 ,drilling vent holes within the base.5. The construction method as claimed in claim 1 ,step (a) including the step of laying a liner sheet in a covering relationship with the base.6. The construction method as claimed in claim 1 ,step (a) including the step of spreading lining particles in a covering relationship with the base.7. The construction method as claimed in claim 1 ,step (b) including the step of mixing an elastic material and inelastic particles to form a compound.8. The construction method as claimed in claim 7 ,said mixing step including the step of combining the inelastic particles, the elastic material, which is in the form ...

FREE FLOATING SUB-FLOOR THERMOPLASTIC TILE

A sub-floor tile is provided for use in a modular sub-floor tile system. The sub-floor tile has an upper surface and a lower surface made from one prefabricated, durable, water resistant, mould and mildew growth resistant thermoplastic elastomer with acoustic deadening properties. The lower surface has a series of projections extending away from the sub-floor tile and located adjacent to an underlying surface, such as concrete, when the sub-floor tile is in use. The projections create a space between the sub-floor tile and underlying surface creating a moisture barrier and increased air flow that also permits moisture drainage. This also permits a thermal break between the underlying surface and the overlying flooring surface, such as carpet, laminate, or vinyl. 1. A sub-floor tile which permits moisture drainage , air flow and prevents vapour condensation , the sub-floor tile comprising: an upper surface; a lower surface , the upper and lower surface comprising a prefabricated , durable , water resistant , mould and mildew growth resistant , acoustic deadening material having a plurality of frustoconical projections extending away from the upper surface to support the upper surface above an underlying surface , to protect the upper surface from water , to permit free drainage of water about the projections and between the sub-floor tile and the underlying surface , to permit a thermal break between the underlying surface and the overlying flooring surface , and to create a moisture barrier and increased air flow between the underlying surface and the overlying flooring surface; and said upper surface having tongues located on two adjacent edges and grooves located on two adjacent edges for connecting the sub-floor tile to an adjacent sub-floor tile comprising corresponding tongues and corresponding grooves to prevent movement therebetween.2. The sub-floor tile according to claim 1 , wherein the sub-floor tile is made from a thermoplastic elastomer.3. The sub-floor ...

SUBFLOOR COMPONENT AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SAME

A method of manufacturing a subfloor component, comprises: providing a mold configured to form an insulating foam panel, and including pedestal-forming structures for forming the panel to have, in cross-section, a plurality of pedestals with walls that extend into the panel from a first face toward a second opposing face; placing a moisture-resistant film into the mold adjacent to the pedestal-forming structures; placing heat-expandable beads into the mold against the moisture-resistant film opposite the pedestal-forming structures; applying heat to the mold to expand the heat-expandable beads to form the panel, wherein the expansion of the heat-expandable beads causes both the film and the expanding beads to enter into and conform to the pedestal-forming structures thereby to form the pedestals of the panel with the moisture-resistant film fused thereto; removing the panel with the fused moisture-resistant film from the mold; and attaching a hardboard layer to the second face. 1. A method of manufacturing a subfloor component , comprising:providing a mold configured to form an insulating foam panel, the mold including pedestal-forming structures for forming the panel to have, in cross-section, a plurality of pedestals with walls that extend into the panel from a first face of the panel toward a second opposing face of the panel;placing a moisture-resistant film into the mold adjacent to the pedestal-forming structures;placing heat-expandable beads into the mold against the moisture-resistant film opposite the pedestal-forming structures;applying heat to the mold to expand the heat-expandable beads to form the panel, wherein the expansion of the heat-expandable beads causes both the film and the expanding beads to enter into and conform to the pedestal-forming structures thereby to form the pedestals of the panel with the moisture-resistant film fused thereto;removing the panel with the fused moisture-resistant film from the mold; andattaching a hardboard layer to ...

SUBFLOOR COMPONENT AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SAME

A subfloor component comprises an insulating rigid foam panel having first and second opposing faces and a plurality of intersecting grooves to define, in cross-section, a plurality of pedestals having at least one wall extending into the panel from the first face toward the second face; a film of substantially moisture-impervious material attached to the first face of the panel and that conforms to the tops and walls of the pedestals and to the bottoms of the grooves; and a hardboard layer on the second face of the panel. 1. A subfloor component comprising:an insulating rigid foam panel having first and second opposing faces and a plurality of intersecting grooves to define, in cross-section, a plurality of pedestals having at least one wall extending into the panel from the first face toward the second face;a film of substantially moisture-impervious material attached to the first face of the panel and that conforms to the tops and walls of the pedestals and to the bottoms of the grooves; anda hardboard layer on the second face of the panel.2. The subfloor component of claim 1 , wherein the film is fused to the panel.3. The subfloor component of claim 1 , wherein the film comprises material selected from the group comprising plastic or polymer.4. The subfloor component of claim 3 , wherein the plastic or polymer is selected from the group consisting of: high-impact polystyrene claim 3 , polyethylene claim 3 , and ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene).5. The subfloor component of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of pedestals has a single wall.6. The subfloor component of claim 5 , wherein the pedestals are shaped as circles or ellipses.7. The subfloor component of claim 1 , wherein the panel comprises expanded polystyrene (EPS).8. The subfloor component of claim 1 , wherein the hardboard layer and the panel are attached to each other with glue.9. The subfloor component of claim 1 , wherein the intersecting grooves are rectangular.10. The subfloor component ...

ENERGY-EFFICIENT MOBILE BUILDINGS

Among other things, there is shown embodiments of an enclosure such as a portable building with features focusing on overall improvement in energy usage. Wall, roof and floor configurations are disclosed that provide significant energy savings. Methods are also disclosed for preparing such features and/or refitting existing portable buildings for such energy savings. 1. A portable building , comprising:at least one wall having a frame, a first insulation layer within or attached to the frame, and a second insulation layer separate from the first insulation layer, the second insulation layer being substantially rigid and fixed with respect to the frame exterior to the first insulation layer, wherein the second insulation layer and frame substantially prevent air flow through the first insulation layer.2. The portable building of claim 1 , further comprising a one-way gas permeable layer fixed with respect to the second insulation layer and exterior of the second insulation layer.3. The portable building of claim 1 , further comprising a shell covering the one-way gas permeable layer.4. The portable building of claim 3 , wherein at least a portion of the shell contacts the one-way gas permeable layer.5. The portable building of claim 4 , wherein the shell contacts the one-way gas permeable layer along a series of vertical strips claim 4 , forming multiple open channels each defined by a portion of the shell and an opposite portion of the one-way gas permeable layer claim 4 , each respective channel extending vertically between a pair of adjacent strips and being open at the top and bottom of the shell.6. The portable building of claim 1 , further comprising a roof having a frame claim 1 , a first insulation layer within or attached to the roof frame claim 1 , and a second insulation layer separate from the first insulation layer claim 1 , the second insulation layer being substantially rigid and fixed with respect to the roof frame exterior to the first insulation ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR POSITIONING HEATING ELEMENTS

An underlayment system is provided that includes a plurality of protrusions that extend from a common base member. The protrusions and base member can include an opening therethrough that allows for subsequent layers of material, such as adhesive, to interact and bond to each other. The protrusions are arranged in such a way to contain a wire, string, or heating element, within a receiving area. The arrangement of the protrusions allow for routing of the wire, string, or heating element in a variety of angles, bends, and other routing layouts. 120.-. (canceled)21. An underlayment adapted to receive and secure at least one heating element of a radiant heating assembly , comprising:a base material defining an area and having a first side and a second side disposed opposite the first side; a first protrusion configured as a geometric shape having an upper surface substantially parallel to the first side of the base material and extending between at least two sides, wherein one of the at least two sides includes an element receiving surface and another of the at least two sides defines an inner side surface, the inner side surface closer to a center point of the routing hub than the element receiving surface, and further wherein the element receiving surface and the inner side surface are curved around the center point of the routing hub; and', 'a second protrusion adjacent to the first protrusion, the second protrusion configured as a geometric shape having an upper surface substantially parallel to the first side of the base material and extending between at least two sides, wherein one of the at least two sides includes an element receiving surface and another of the at least two sides defines an inner side surface, the inner side surface closer to a center point of the routing hub than the element receiving surface, and further wherein the element receiving surface and the inner side surface are curved around the center point of the routing hub,', 'wherein the ...

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR FOUNDATION DRAINAGE

A drainage system to be installed against a foundation of a building. The drainage system includes a drainage board having a plurality of channels extending from a bottom side along a front face thereof, and a portion of filter fabric attached to a rear face of the drainage board that covers the front face of the drainage board. The plurality of channels comprise a plurality of left channels and a plurality of right channels that intersect to form a crisscross pattern. 1. A drainage system comprising:a drainage board having a plurality of channels extending from a bottom side along a front face thereof, anda filter fabric attached to a rear face of the drainage board that covers the front face of the drainage board;wherein the plurality of channels comprise a plurality of left channels and a plurality of right channels that intersect to form a crisscross pattern,wherein the filter fabric includes a settling strip along a portion thereof,wherein the settling strip includes at least an outer segment, an intermediate segment, and an inner segment, andwherein the outer segment, the intermediate segment, and the inner segment are substantially parallel in a first state.2. The drainage system of claim 1 , wherein the drainage board comprises 2 inch thick extruded polystyrene.3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. The drainage system of claim 1 , wherein the settling strip is held in place with a securement mechanism while the system is in the first state.6. The drainage system of claim 5 , wherein the securement mechanism includes at least one staple.7. The drainage system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of left channels and the plurality of right channels intersect and form 90 degree angles therebetween.8. The drainage system of claim 1 , wherein the left channels and the right channels have a rectangular cross-section.9. A drainage system comprising:a drainage board having a plurality of channels extending from a bottom side along a front face thereof, anda filter fabric ...

Universal tile installation mat for uncoupling floor or wall tiles set in mortar from a support surface

A universal tile installation mat is described for use in the construction of tiled floors and walls and wherein the mat is secured on a sub-floor surface formed of wood or concrete or a wall surface. The tile installation mat uncouples the mortar and the tiles set therein and disposed over the mat to prevent cracking of the mortar, the tiles and the grouted joints due to displacements in the support surfaces. The tile installation mat is formed from flexible plastics materials and has three different types of support formations integrally formed therein to anchor mortar and to retain heating wires captive in different patterns as desired to form a heated tiled floor or wall. The support formations facilitates ease of installation of heated wires and provides counter acting forces against a heating wire from escaping from anchoring passages formed by the support formations.

DRY FLOOR LIQUID DISPOSAL SYSTEM

A dry floor assembly is provided. The dry floor assembly is configured to form or be positioned on a floor of an enclosed space. The dry floor assembly includes a grid, a pan, and a wicking layer. The grid has an array of openings configured to allow passage of liquid. The grid has members that extend from a base to an upper surface, with the upper surface configured to be walked upon. The members have a cross-section that tapers from the base to the upper surface. The pan is disposed beneath the grid, and defines a cavity. The wicking layer is interposed between the pan and the grid, and is configured to wick liquid that passes through the openings toward the pan. 1. A dry floor assembly that is configured to form or be positioned on a floor of an enclosed space , the dry floor assembly comprising:a grid having an array of openings configured to allow passage of liquid, the grid having members extending from a base to an upper surface, the upper surface configured to be walked upon, the members having a cross-section that tapers from the base to the upper surface;a pan disposed beneath the grid, the pan defining a cavity; anda wicking layer interposed between the pan and the grid, the wicking layer configured to wick liquid that passes through the openings of the grid toward the pan.2. The dry floor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the grid is formed of a non-flammable material having a hydrophobic coating.3. The dry floor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the cross-section of the members of the grid defines an isosceles triangle tapering to a point at the upper surface.4. The dry floor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the wicking layer comprises plural sub-layers claim 1 , each sub-layer bonded at discrete points to at least one of an adjacent sub-layer or the grid.5. The dry floor assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a support layer interposed between the wicking layer and the pan claim 1 , the support layer comprising support openings that are smaller than the ...

FLOOR UNDERLAY

A product, generally in sheet form, and suitable for use as an underlay for a floor covering intended for permanent installation, including a layer comprising crumb-rubber material and having a first side and a second side. A coating of a high-grab pressure sensitive adhesive is applied directly to at least part of the exposed surface of the crumb-rubber material. The adhesive is determined to be a high-grab adhesive if, after 24 hours adhesive binding dwell-time, it has a 90° peel adhesion at 300 mm/minute, as measured by the FINAT Test Method No: 2, of between 4.35 and 21.76 Newtons/25 mm width at room temperature (23° C.±1° C.) and at a relative humidity of 50%±5%. 1. A product , generally in sheet form , and suitable for use as an underlay for a floor covering intended for permanent installation , the product comprising:a layer comprising crumb-rubber material and having a first side and a second side without a scrim or other strengthening layer applied to the crumb-rubber layer on the first side thereof, and without a scrim or other strengthening layer applied to the crumb-rubber layer on the second side thereof; anda coating of a high-grab pressure sensitive adhesive applied directly to at least part of an exposed surface of the crumb-rubber material on at least one of the first and second sides.wherein the high-grab adhesive comprises an adhesive having, after 24 hours adhesive binding dwell-time, a 90° peel adhesion at 300 mm/minute, as measured by FINAT Test Method No. 2, of between 4.35 and 21.76 Newtons/25 mm width at room temperature (23° C.±1° C.) and at a relative humidity of 50%±5%.2. A product according to claim 1 , wherein the crumb-rubber material comprises individual crumbs of rubber bonded together by a bonding agent.3. A product according to claim 1 , wherein the high-grab adhesive is applied directly to at least part of the surface of the crumb-rubber material at the exposed surfaces on both the first and second sides.4. A product according to ...

MECHANICAL LOCKING SYSTEM FOR PANELS AND METHOD OF INSTALLING SAME

Floor panels are provided with a mechanical locking system including a flexible locking element in a locking groove which during a horizontal motion is displaced vertically. A panel system including a plurality of rectangular panels with long and short edges which are mechanically connectable to each other along at least one pair of adjacent edges, said panels each being provided with a tongue and groove formed in one piece with the panels for mechanically locking together said adjacent edges at right angles to the principal plane of the panels, thereby forming a vertical mechanical connection between the panels, said panels being provided with a first locking element at one first edge formed in one piece with the panel and a locking groove at an opposite second edge, the locking groove being open towards a rear side or a front side of the panel. 1. A flooring system , comprising a plurality of rectangular floor panels with long and short edges which are mechanically connectable to each other along one pair of adjacent edges , said floor panels each being provided with a tongue and groove formed in one piece with the panels for mechanically locking together said adjacent edges at right angles to the principal plane of the panels , thereby forming a vertical mechanical connection between the panels , said panels being provided with a first locking element at one first edge formed in one piece with the panel and a locking groove at an opposite second edge , the locking groove being open towards a rear side or a front side of the panel ,each panel being provided with a second locking element, formed of a separate material and connected to the locking groove,the first and second locking elements form a mechanical connection locking the panels to each other horizontally parallel to the principal plane and at right angles to the joint edges,the second locking element is flexible and resilient such that two panels, can be mechanically joined by displacement of said two ...

NON-SKID UNDERLAYMENT

Described are flooring systems which include an underlayment material that has a non-skid surface. The non-skid performance may arise from frictional properties, as opposed to adhesive properties. Such a flooring system may include a top flooring layer, a subfloor, and an underlayment material disposed between the subfloor and the top flooring layer. Methods for a non-skid underlayment are disclosed herein, as well as methods of manufacture. The underlayment material may comprise at least one layer and a non-skid surface for engaging the subfloor, the surface comprising thermoplastic rubber. 1. A flooring system , comprising:a top flooring layer;a subfloor; and at least one layer; and', 'a non-skid surface disposed on the layer for engaging the subfloor, the surface comprising thermoplastic rubber., 'an underlayment material disposed between the subfloor and the top flooring layer, wherein the underlayment material comprises2. The flooring system of claim 1 , wherein the layer of the underlayment material is a cross-linked polyolefin foam.3. The flooring system of claim 2 , wherein the cross-linked polyolefin foam is produced from a resin composition comprising a blend of polyethylene and polypropylene.4. The flooring system of claim 1 , wherein the layer of the underlayment material is a non-cross-linked foam.5. The flooring system of claim 4 , wherein the non-cross-linked foam is a polyolefin foam.6. The flooring system of claim 4 , wherein the non-cross-linked foam consists essentially of polyethylene.7. The flooring system of claim 1 , further comprising a non-woven layer laminated to the layer of the underlayment material.8. The flooring system of claim 1 , wherein the surface is on both surfaces of the underlayment material.9. A flooring system claim 1 , comprising:a top flooring layer;a subfloor; and at least one polyolefin layer;', 'a non-woven layer; and', 'a non-skid surface disposed on the polyolefin layer for engaging the subfloor, the surface comprising ...

ACOUSTIC PANELLING FOR PRODUCING A FLOOR COVERING

The invention relates to a multi-layer panel for producing a floor covering exhibiting sound-insulating properties, of which at least one of the layers is made from PVC, the said panel comprising male-female means for connecting or assembling several panels together, the said panel comprising at least one decorative layer bonded to a backing layer, the latter being bonded to a nonwoven textile sublayer intended to be in contact with the ground with a thickness of between 0.5 mm and 3 mm. 12334. A multilayer panel is proposed for the implementation of a floor covering having acoustic insulation properties , for which at least one of the layers is made of PVC , said panel comprising male-female means for the connection or assembly of several panels therebetween , said panel comprising at least one decorative layer () bonded to a reverse layer () , characterized in that the reverse layer () is bonded to a nonwoven textile underlay () intended to be in contact with the floor and having a thickness of between 0.5 mm and 3 mm.24. The panel according to characterized in that the nonwoven textile underlay () has a thickness of between 1 mm and 2.5 mm.34. The panel according to characterized in that the nonwoven textile underlay () comprises a resistance to compression claim 1 , measured according to the CEN/TS 16354:2012 standard claim 1 , which in turn refers to the NF EN 826 standard claim 1 , of greater than or equal to 20 kPa.44. The panel according to characterized in that the nonwoven textile underlay () comprises a compression resistance of greater than or equal to 100 kPa.54. The panel according to characterized in that the nonwoven textile underlay () comprises a compression resistance of greater than or equal to 400 kPa.64. The panel according to characterized in that the nonwoven textile underlay () comprises natural claim 1 , synthetic or synthetic mineral fibers.74. The panel according to characterized in that the nonwoven textile underlay () comprises ...

HIGHLY ANTISTATIC COATING FLOOR MATERIAL AND COATING FLOOR

Achieved is a coating floor material using a carbon nanotube, which has excellent finishing properties and shows high conductivity even when a cured coating film is at 50 V. This coating floor material contains: a room temperature curable resin, a single-walled carbon nanotube, a wetting dispersant, a leveling agent, and a defoaming agent, wherein the wetting dispersant is a polymer salt containing an acidic group and an amino group. 1. A coating floor material , containinga room temperature curable resin, a single-walled carbon nanotube, a wetting dispersant, a leveling agent, and a defoaming agent, whereinthe wetting dispersant is a polymer salt containing an acidic group and an amino group.2. The coating floor material according to claim 1 , wherein a content of the single-walled carbon nanotube is 0.010% by mass or more and 0.040% by mass or less.3. The coating floor material according to claim 1 , wherein a content of the wetting dispersant is 0.04% by mass or more and 0.40% by mass or less.4. The coating floor material according to claim 1 , wherein the wetting dispersant is an alkylammonium salt or a phosphate ester salt.5. The coating floor material according to claim 1 , wherein an acid value and an amine value of the wetting dispersant are respectively 30 mgKOH/g or more.6. The coating floor material according to claim 1 , wherein a content of the leveling agent is 0.04% by mass or more and 0.20% by mass or less.7. The coating floor material according to claim 1 , wherein a content of the defoaming agent is 0.12% by mass or more and 0.40% by mass or less.8. A coating floor claim 1 , comprising a cured coating film of the coating floor material according to . This application claims the priority benefit of Japan application serial no. 2020-139802, filed on Aug. 21, 2020. The entirety of the above-mentioned patent application is hereby incorporated by reference herein and made a part of this specification.The disclosure relates to a coating floor material ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR POSITIONING HEATING ELEMENTS

An underlayment system is provided that includes a plurality of protrusions that extend from a common base member. The protrusions and base member can include an opening therethrough that allows for subsequent layers of material, such as adhesive, to interact and bond to each other. The protrusions are arranged in such a way to contain a wire, string, or heating element, within a receiving area. The arrangement of the protrusions allow for routing of the wire, string, or heating element in a variety of angles, bends, and other routing layouts. 1. An underlayment adapted to receive and secure at least one heating element of a radiant heating assembly , comprising:a base material defining an area and having a first side and a second side disposed opposite the first side;a first protrusion disposed on the first side of the base material, the first protrusion configured as a geometric shape having at least two sides, wherein one or more of the at least two sides includes an element receiving surface; anda second protrusion disposed on the first side of the base material and adjacent to the first protrusion, the second protrusion configured as a geometric shape having at least two sides, wherein one or more of the at least two sides includes an element receiving surface, and wherein the element receiving surface of the second protrusion is offset from and facing the element receiving surface of the first protrusion forming an element receiving cavity therebetween; and wherein the element receiving cavity is configured to contain at least one heating element of the radiant heating assembly.2. The underlayment of claim 1 , further comprising:at least two routing hubs disposed adjacent to one another forming a routing element receiving cavity therebetween, wherein each routing hub comprises at least four protrusions equally-spaced in a circular array about an array axis.3. The underlayment of claim 2 , wherein the at least two routing hubs are configured to contain the at ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR APPLYING SELF-ADHESIVE SEAM TAPES TO THE JUNCTIONS OF WATERPROOFING MEMBRANES SO AS TO RENDER THOSE JUNCTIONS WATERPROOF

A seam tape applicator for applying self-adhesive seam tapes to the junctions of dimpled waterproofing membranes, wherein the dimpled waterproofing membranes comprise dimpled surfaces, the seam tape applicator comprising: a body; a roller which is rotatably mounted to the body; and a handle which is attached to the body; wherein the roller comprises a roller surface which comprises surface features which complement the dimpled surfaces of the dimpled waterproofing membranes. 1. A seam tape applicator for applying self-adhesive seam tapes to the junctions of dimpled waterproofing membranes , wherein the dimpled waterproofing membranes comprise dimpled surfaces , the seam tape applicator comprising:a body;a roller which is rotatably mounted to the body; anda handle which is attached to the body;wherein the roller comprises a roller surface which comprises surface features which complement the dimpled surfaces of the dimpled waterproofing membranes.2. A seam tape applicator according to wherein the dimpled surfaces of the dimpled waterproofing membranes comprise upper surfaces and recesses claim 1 , wherein the roller surface of the seam tape applicator comprises a cylinder having a smooth floor and a plurality of projections extending upwardly from the smooth floor claim 1 , and further wherein the plurality of projections have a size and configuration which complement the recesses of the dimpled waterproofing membranes.3. A seam tape applicator according to wherein the roller surface of the seam tape applicator provides a perfect complement to the dimpled surface of the dimpled waterproofing membranes.4. A seam tape applicator according to wherein the roller surface of the seam tape applicator provides an incomplete complement to the dimpled surface of the dimpled waterproofing membranes.5. A seam tape applicator according to wherein the seam tape applicator further comprises a structure for adding weight to the seam tape applicator.6. A method for applying self- ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR POSITIONING HEATING ELEMENTS

An underlayment system is provided that includes a plurality of protrusions that extend from a common base member. The protrusions and base member can include an opening therethrough that allows for subsequent layers of material, such as adhesive, to interact and bond to each other. The protrusions are arranged in such a way to contain a wire, string, or heating element, within a receiving area. The arrangement of the protrusions allow for routing of the wire, string, or heating element in a variety of angles, bends, and other routing layouts. 1. A floor underlayment comprising:a base layer having a top side and a bottom side;a pad layer attached to the bottom side; a top surface at the first height;', 'an inner wall sloping from the top surface to the top side of the base layer, the inner wall sloped in a first direction; and', 'an outer wall extending from the top surface to the top side of the base layer, at least a portion of the outer wall sloped in the first direction,', 'wherein the sloped inner wall and the outer wall are curved in a horizontal plane., 'a plurality of protrusions extending to a first height above the top side, each protrusion comprising2. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the pad layer comprises a sound dampening material.3. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the pad layer comprises a heat reflective material.4. The floor underlayment of claim 3 , wherein the heat reflective material is aluminum foil.5. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the pad layer comprises an insulative material.6. The floor underlayment of claim 5 , wherein the insulative material is polystyrene.7. The floor underlayment of claim 5 , wherein the insulative material is fleece.8. The floor underlayment of claim 5 , wherein the insulative material is wool.9. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the pad layer comprises a non-woven fabric.10. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the pad layer comprises a vapor barrier.11. The floor ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR POSITIONING HEATING ELEMENTS

An underlayment system is provided that includes a plurality of bosses that emanate form a common base member. The bosses and bases preferably include an opening therethrough that will allow for subsequent layers of adhesive to interact and bond to each other. The bosses are also spaced in such a way to help secure a wire snugly therebetween. 1. A floor underlayment comprising:a base having a bottom side and a top side; and a circular inner wall;', 'an outer wall surrounding the circular inner wall; and', 'an upper surface extending between the outer wall and the circular inner wall so as to form an enclosure filled with air,', 'wherein the outer wall extends from the upper surface to the base, the circular inner wall extends from the upper surface to the base, a portion of the base extends inward toward a center of the boss from the inner wall, and a first horizontal distance between at least a portion of the outer wall and an adjacent portion of the circular inner wall at a height proximate the upper surface is greater than a second horizontal distance between the at least a portion of the outer wall and the adjacent portion of the circular inner wall at a height proximate the base., 'a plurality of bosses extending above the top side, each boss of the plurality of bosses comprising2. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the circular inner wall is sloped.3. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the outer wall is curved in a vertical plane.4. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the outer wall slopes underneath the upper surface.5. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein a third horizontal distance between adjacent ones of the plurality of bosses along a first linear direction is equal to a fourth horizontal distance between adjacent ones of the plurality of bosses along a second linear direction claim 1 , the second linear direction perpendicular to the first linear direction.6. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the base and the ...

Uncoupling Mat

An uncoupling mat includes a flexible plastic layer having indentations provided with undercuts on a first, top side and cavities positioned between the indentations on an opposite bottom side. A fleece or fabric is securely connected to the second side and covering the cavities. A plurality of weakening zones is formed in the top surface of the film-like plastic, which each extend between two rows of indentations in a straight line between opposing side edges of the plastic layer and allow the plastic layer to move substantially transversely to the direction of extension of the weakening zones. Some of a first group of weakening zones extend parallel to one another across the top surface of the film-like plastic. Some of a second group of weakening zones extend parallel to one another across the top surface of the film-like plastic and intersecting the first group of parallel weakening zones. 1. An uncoupling mat , comprising:a flexible plastic layer made of a film-like plastic with structuring extending down from a top surface of the film-like plastic that define indentations provided with undercuts on a first, top side and cavities positioned between the indentations on an opposite second, bottom side;a fleece or fabric securely connected to the second side and covering the cavities;the plastic layer including a plurality of weakening zones formed in the top surface of the film-like plastic, which each extend between two rows of indentations in a straight line between opposing side edges of the plastic layer and allow the plastic layer to move substantially transversely to the direction of extension of the weakening zones;at least some of a first group of weakening zones extend parallel to one another across the top surface of the film-like plastic; andat least some of a second group of weakening zones extend parallel to one another across the top surface of the film-like plastic, the second group of parallel weakening zones intersecting the first group of ...

FLOOR UNDERLAYMENT HAVING SELF-SEALING VAPOR BARRIER

A flooring material having a textile pad substructure with a density of greater than 10 pounds per cubic foot is provided. The textile pad has reinforcement and binding fibers. The binding fibers are thermoplastic and are used to bind the reinforcement fibers together. The pad is created by heating and compressing a fibrous textile batt so that it has a density of greater than 13 pounds per cubic foot. 1. A floor structure consisting of:an insulative pad disposed adjacent to a laminate floor covering, the insulative pad having a fibrous web layer wherein said fibrous web layer comprises reinforcement fibers being interlocked, wherein after the insulative pad is compressed to 75% of its original thickness during a compression set test, the material is then capable of returning to more than 80% of its original thickness and has a compression resistance at a compression of 25% of the original thickness of greater than about 20 psi;a multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier fixably coupled to the insulative pad, wherein the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier is formed of a pair of external polyamide skin layers, disposed between the polyamide skin layers are internal layers of linear low-density polyethylene, and disposed between the skin layers and the internal layer is an adhesive; anda fastener pierced through the insulative pad and the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier, forming a hole defined in the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier, wherein the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier elastically relaxes, compressing the hole through the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier around the fastener, and thereby forming a seal between the fastener and the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier which reduces transport of water vapor through the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier.2. The floor structure according to claim 1 , wherein the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier comprises a polyamide skin layer adjacent a linear low-density ...

PANEL

A panel having at least one pair of complementary locking structures at opposite panel edges, wherein at least one pair of the locking structures is provided with complementary hook profile portions, wherein at least one of the hook profile portions has a compression region. 112-. (canceled)13. A panel having at least one pair of complementary locking structures at opposite panel edges , wherein at least one pair of the locking structures is provided with complementary hook profile portions , wherein at least one of the hook profile portions has a compression region.14. The panel according to wherein the compression region is arranged at an outwardly directed surface of a panel edge.15. The panel according to comprising a top side claim 13 , an underside claim 13 , a body claim 13 , namely a receiving hook and an arresting hook in opposite relationship thereto claim 13 , with the proviso that the receiving hook has remote from the body a hook edge and arranged closer to the body a receiving recess claim 13 , wherein the receiving recess is open to the top side claim 13 , that the arresting hook is provided with an arresting recess arranged closer to the body and open to the underside claim 13 , and has an arresting step which is arranged remote from the body and which can be inserted into the receiving recess of the receiving hook in a joining direction provided perpendicularly to the plane of the panel claim 13 , that the arresting hook has a transverse joining surface remote from the body and likewise remote from the body a vertically acting arresting contour claim 13 , that the receiving hook closer to the body has a transverse joining surface and likewise closer to the body a positively locking contour which fits together in positively locking relationship with the arresting contour remote from the body of the arresting hook so that locking can be implemented perpendicularly to the plane of assembled panels claim 13 , that the arresting hook has closer to the ...

ENERGY-EFFICIENT MOBILE BUILDINGS

Among other things, there is shown embodiments of an enclosure such as a portable building with features focusing on overall improvement in energy usage. Wall, roof and floor configurations are disclosed that provide significant energy savings. Methods are also disclosed for preparing such features and/or refitting existing portable buildings for such energy savings. 1. A portable building , comprising:at least one wall having a frame, a first insulation layer within or attached to the frame, and a second insulation layer separate from the first insulation layer, the second insulation layer being substantially rigid and fixed with respect to the frame exterior to the first insulation layer, wherein the second insulation layer and frame substantially prevent air flow through the first insulation layer.2. The portable building of claim 1 , further comprising a one-way gas permeable layer fixed with respect to the second insulation layer and exterior of the second insulation layer.3. The portable building of claim 1 , further comprising a shell covering the one-way gas permeable layer.4. The portable building of claim 3 , wherein at least a portion of the shell contacts the one-way gas permeable layer.5. The portable building of claim 4 , wherein the shell contacts the one-way gas permeable layer along a series of vertical strips claim 4 , forming multiple open channels each defined by a portion of the shell and an opposite portion of the one-way gas permeable layer claim 4 , each respective channel extending vertically between a pair of adjacent strips and being open at the top and bottom of the shell.6. The portable building of claim 1 , further comprising a roof having a frame claim 1 , a first insulation layer within or attached to the roof frame claim 1 , and a second insulation layer separate from the first insulation layer claim 1 , the second insulation layer being substantially rigid and fixed with respect to the roof frame exterior to the first insulation ...

FOOT MOUNTED WORK ACCESSORY AND METHOD OF USE

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

Uncoupling Mat

An uncoupling mat includes a flexible plastic layer () made of film-like plastic with structuring that defines indentations () provided with undercuts () on the first side () and cavities () positioned between the indentations () on the opposite second side (). A fleece or fabric () is securely connected to the second side () and covers the cavities (). A cross-section of the indentations () in at least some corner regions () increases towards the first side (). 11. An uncoupling mat () comprising:{'b': 2', '6', '5', '4', '8', '6', '7, 'a flexible plastic layer () made of film-like plastic with structuring that defines indentations () provided with undercuts () on the first side () and cavities () positioned between the indentations () on the opposite second side (), and'}{'b': 3', '7', '8, 'a fleece or fabric () securely connected to the second side () and covering the cavities (),'}{'b': 6', '10', '4, 'wherein a cross-section of the indentations () in at least some corner regions () increases towards the first side ().'}216104. The uncoupling mat () according to claim 1 , wherein the cross-section of the indentations () in at least some corner regions () increases constantly towards the first side ().316104116. The uncoupling mat () according to claim 1 , wherein the cross-section of the indentations () in at least some corner regions () increases constantly towards the first side () from the bottom () of the corresponding indentation ().412122. The uncoupling mat () according to claim 1 , wherein the plastic layer () is provided with a plurality of weakening zones () which extend continuously between opposing side edges of the plastic layer ().5112. The uncoupling mat () according to claim 4 , wherein in the weakening zones () comprise grooves.61212. The uncoupling mat () according to claim 4 , wherein the plastic layer () has a substantially constant thickness (d) claim 4 , the thickness (d) being smaller in the region of the weakening zones ().71121. The ...

UNCOUPLING MAT

An uncoupling mat () includes a flexible plastic layer () made of a film-like plastic with structuring that defines indentations () provided with undercuts () on the first side () and cavities () positioned between the indentations () on the opposite second side (). A fleece or fabric () is securely connected to the second side () and covers the cavities (). The plastic layer () is provided with a plurality of weakening zones () which extend continuously between opposing side edges of the plastic layer (). 11. An uncoupling mat () , comprising:{'b': 2', '6', '5', '4', '8', '6', '7, 'a flexible plastic layer () made of a film-like plastic with structuring that defines indentations () provided with undercuts () on the first side () and cavities () positioned between the indentations () on the opposite second side (), and'}{'b': 3', '7', '8, 'a fleece or fabric () securely connected to the second side () and covering the cavities ()'}{'b': 12', '2, 'the plastic layer including a plurality of weakening zones () which extend continuously between opposing side edges of the plastic layer ().'}2112. The uncoupling mat () according to claim 1 , wherein the weakening zones () comprise grooves.31212. The uncoupling mat () according to claim 1 , wherein the plastic layer () has a substantially constant thickness (d) claim 1 , the thickness (d) being smaller in the region of the weakening zones ().41121. The uncoupling mat () according to claim 1 , wherein at least some of a first group of weakening zones () extend parallel to one another claim 1 , said parallel weakening zones extending transversely to a longitudinal direction of the uncoupling mat ().5112. The uncoupling mat () according to claim 4 , wherein at least some of a second group of weakening zones () extend parallel to one another claim 4 , the second group of parallel weakening zones crossing the first group of parallel weakening zones at right angles.6112. The uncoupling mat () according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

FLOOR UNDERLAYMENT HAVING SELF-SEALING VAPOR BARRIER

A flooring material having a textile pad substructure with a density of greater than 10 pounds per cubic foot is provided. The textile pad has reinforcement and binding fibers. The binding fibers are thermoplastic and are used to bind the reinforcement fibers together. The pad is created by heating and compressing a fibrous textile batt so that it has a density of greater than 13 pounds per cubic foot. 1. A floor structure consisting of:an insulative pad disposed adjacent to a laminate floor covering, the insulative pad having an interlocked fibrous web layer having a compression resistance at a compression of 25% of the original thickness of greater than about 20 psi;a multilayer film vapor barrier fixably coupled to the insulative pad, wherein the multilayer film vapor barrier comprises a pair of external polyamide skin layers, disposed between the polyamide skin layers is an internal layer of linear low-density polyethylene; anda fastener pierced through the insulative pad and the multilayer film vapor barrier, forming a hole defined in the multilayer film vapor barrier, wherein the multilayer film vapor barrier elastically relaxes, compressing the hole through the multilayer film vapor barrier around the fastener, and thereby forming a seal between the fastener and the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier which reduces transport of water vapor through the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier.2. The floor structure according to claim 1 , wherein the multilayer film vapor barrier comprises a polyamide skin layer adjacent a linear low-density polyethylene layer.3. The floor structure according to claim 1 , wherein the laminate floor covering comprises wood.4. The floor structure according to claim 1 , wherein the fastener is a nail.5. The floor structure according to claim 1 , wherein the insulative pad is about 3/32 inch thick.6. The floor structure according to claim 1 , wherein the insulative pad has a compression resistance at 50% of the original ...

NARROW LINED MODULAR FLOORING ASSEMBLIES

This specification describes a tray substrate for tile flooring that can be used in narrow grout line modular floating tile assemblies. The tray is preferably made of plastic and has vertical tray edges around the top of the tray substrate with upward and downward tabs protruding from the sides of the tray substrate wherein some of the tabs are at least partially recessed under the surface of the tray. 1. A component of a flooring system comprising a tray substrate having: 'the tray substrate surface further comprising a plurality of holes,', 'a tray substrate surface which is an upward facing horizontal surface having a tray substrate surface perimeter,'}a tray substrate bottom,a plurality of vertical tray edges which protrude upward and extend along the tray substrate surface perimeter, the tray substrate edges having a plurality of upward tabs comprising a convex surface and a valley;', 'the tray substrate edges further comprising a plurality of downward tabs comprising a concave surface and a lip, wherein at least a portion of the downward tabs is recessed under the upward facing horizontal tray surface, and wherein at least a portion of the lip of the downward tabs is directly beneath the tray substrate surface perimeter, 'a plurality of tray substrate edges defining an outside perimeter of the tray substrate,'}wherein the flooring component is smaller than the tray substrate surface.2. The component of claim 1 , wherein the component further comprises a flooring component and an adhesive wherein the flooring component is adhered to the tray substrate surface with the adhesive.3. The component of claim 1 , wherein the component further comprises a padding attached to the tray substrate bottom.4. The component of claim 2 , wherein the component further comprises a padding attached to the tray substrate bottom.5. The component of claim 2 , wherein the flooring component is selected from the group consisting of tile claim 2 , stone claim 2 , marble claim 2 , wood ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ADJUSTING THE ATMOSPHERE OF EXERCISE STUDIOS

An atmosphere adjustment system includes a steam supply unit and a control unit. The steam supply unit has: a layered structure including a first lava sand layer, a mineral layer, a second lava sand layer and a lava plate, which are stacked in this order from the bottom; a heater arranged under the first lava sand layer; and a water supply pipe arranged between the first lava sand layer and the mineral layer. The control unit is able to adjust the temperature of the second lava sand layer at 60° C. or higher and 80° C. or lower by controlling at least one of the amount of water discharged through the water supply pipe or the temperature of the heater. 1. A system for adjusting an atmosphere of an exercise studio , the system comprising:a steam supply unit which has a layered structure including a first lava sand layer, a mineral layer, a second lava sand layer and a lava plate, which are stacked in this order from the bottom, a heater provided under the first lava sand layer, and a water supply pipe provided between the first lava sand layer and the mineral layer; anda control unit which is able to adjust a temperature of the second lava sand layer at 60° C. or higher and 80° C. or lower by controlling at least one of an amount of water discharged through the water supply pipe or a temperature of the heater,wherein the steam supply unit is placed on a floor of a studio, and wherein the steam supply unit is configured to discharge water to the first lava sand layer through the water supply pipe and to allow the discharged water to evaporate with the heater so that resulting steam passes through the mineral layer, accumulates in the second lava sand layer, and is then discharged into the studio through the lava plate.2. The system for adjusting an atmosphere of an exercise studio according to claim 1 , wherein the lava plate of the steam supply unit has a first lava plate having relatively high air permeability and a second lava plate having relatively low air ...

Anti-Slip, Noise Reducing Pad Directly Applied And Adhered To The Back of Flooring Materials and Method

Flooring material has an anti-slip, noise reducing pad directly self-adhered to a bottom surface. The pad is formed by applying a foamable PVC material is directly on the bottom surface of the flooring and heating the PVC material to foam the PVC material. The PVC material may then be cooled to form the pad with a definite formed shape having a resilient outer surface layer and a spongy foamy inner structure.

Shock Absorbing Interlocking Floor System

Floor panels include a top portion that is molded from a plastic material. The top portion has a substantially planar top surface and side surfaces. The side surfaces depend downward from the substantially planar top surface forming a cavity in an underside of the substantially planar top surface. A bottom support structure fills the cavity, thereby providing support and shock absorption to the substantially planar top surface.

SOUND CONTROL UNDERLAYMENT AND FLOOR CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATING THE SAME

A sound control underlayment having opposed major unfinished floor and floor covering contact surfaces for disposition between an unfinished floor surface and a floor covering comprises a resilient layer and an adhesive layer on at least one major surface of the resilient layer. 1. A sound control underlayment for disposition between an unfinished floor surface and a floor covering comprising a generally flat layer formed of resilient material and an adhesive layer on at least one major surface of the flat layer.2. The sound control underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the resilient material is rubber material.3. The sound control underlayment of claim 2 , wherein the rubber material comprises recycled rubber content.4. The sound control underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the adhesive layer is a pressure sensitive adhesive layer.5. The sound control underlayment of claim 1 , having a thickness in the range of 1 mm to 25 mm.6. The sound control underlayment of claim 1 , having an average dynamic stiffness in the range of 10 MN/mto 200 MN/m.7. The sound control underlayment of claim 1 , wherein an adhesive layer is on opposed major surfaces of the flat layer.8. A floor construction comprising:a subfloor having an upper unfinished floor surface;a floor covering having an upper finished floor surface; anda sound control underlayment interposed between the subfloor and the floor covering, the sound control underlayment comprising a generally flat layer formed of resilient material and an adhesive layer on at least one major surface of the resilient layer.9. The floor construction of claim 8 , wherein the adhesive layer is in contact with said unfinished floor surface.10. The floor construction of claim 8 , wherein the adhesive layer is in contact with said floor covering.11. The floor construction of claim 8 , wherein an adhesive layer is on opposed major surfaces of the resilient layer and the adhesive layers are in contact with both the unfinished floor surface and the ...

Flooring with at least one electric component and electric component for flooring

A flooring as a covering for a subfloor, wherein the flooring includes a layer made from a hardenable material which is hardened when the flooring is in the finished state and in which at least one electric component is embedded, wherein the electric component includes a lower side facing the subfloor when in the mounted position, and an upper side opposite the lower side. It is provided that the at least one electric component includes at least one surface section, in particular the upper side and/or the lower side, an adhesion promoter for the hardenable material and/or at least one recess which extends from its upper side to its lower side.

Support plate for installing tile

A support for installing facing materials such as ceramic tiles on a substrate such as floors, walls and ceilings wherein the support plate has a plurality of spaced apart recesses in the plate material, with the recesses being open at the top surface and have solid sidewalls and a base, and a plurality of slots in the non-recessed portions of the plate material extending through the top surface and bottom surface, the slots joining one or more adjacent recesses. The support plate of the invention is used for tile installations between the substrate and such tile. Thin-set mortar that is used to secure the tile to the support plate flows into the recesses and into the slots forming a continuous bond between the mortar and the adjacent slots providing for a strong bond between the support plate, mortar and the tiles.

FOAM BOARD ARTICLES

A foam board article for installation against a base surface comprises a rigid foam layer including (a) a panel having an underside surface and a topside surface opposite the underside surface; and (b) a plurality of underside protrusions projecting from the underside surface for supporting the panel in spaced apart relation from the base surface to provide an air gap therebetween. 1. A foam board article for installation against a base surface , comprising: a rigid foam layer including (a) a panel having an underside surface and a topside surface opposite the underside surface; and (b) a plurality of underside protrusions projecting from the underside surface for supporting the panel in spaced apart relation from the base surface to provide an air gap therebetween.2. The foam board article of claim 1 , wherein the foam layer further includes a plurality of topside protrusions projecting from the topside surface of the panel for spacing the panel from an overlay surface positionable over the foam layer claim 1 , the topside protrusions interspersed between the underside protrusions.3. The foam board article of claim 1 , wherein each protrusion has an endwall spaced apart from the panel claim 1 , a sidewall extending from the panel to the endwall claim 1 , and an interior bounded by the endwall and the sidewall claim 1 , the interior open to a side of the panel opposite the protrusion.4. The foam board article of claim 1 , wherein the protrusions comprise a plurality of dimples.5. The foam board article of claim 1 , wherein the protrusions comprise a plurality of ridges extending parallel with each other between opposed edges of the board.6. The foam board article of claim 1 , further comprising a decoupling layer coupled to the rigid foam layer.76. The foam board article of claim 1 , wherein the decoupling layer is on an underside of the rigid foam layer.8. The foam board article of claim 7 , wherein the decoupling layer is bonded to the underside protrusions and ...

SUBFLOOR COMPONENT AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SAME

A method of manufacturing a subfloor component comprises: providing a mold configured to form an insulating foam panel, the mold including pedestal-forming structures for forming the panel to have a plurality of pedestals with walls extending from a first face of the panel toward a second opposing face of the panel; placing a substantially moisture-impervious film into the mold adjacent to the pedestal-forming structures; placing heat-expandable beads into the mold against the film opposite the pedestal-forming structures; applying heat to the mold to expand the heat-expandable beads to form the panel, wherein expansion of the heat-expandable beads causes both the film and the expanding beads to enter into and conform to the pedestal-forming structures thereby to form the pedestals of the panel with the film fused thereto; removing the panel with the fused film from the mold; and attaching a hardboard layer to the second face of the panel. 1. A method of manufacturing a subfloor component , comprising:providing a mold configured to form an insulating foam panel, the mold including pedestal-forming structures for forming the panel to have, in cross-section, a plurality of pedestals with walls that extend into the panel from a first face of the panel toward a second opposing face of the panel;placing a substantially moisture-impervious film into the mold adjacent to the pedestal-forming structures;placing heat-expandable beads into the mold against the film opposite the pedestal-forming structures;applying heat to the mold to expand the heat-expandable beads to form the panel, wherein the expansion of the heat-expandable beads causes both the film and the expanding beads to enter into and conform to the pedestal-forming structures thereby to form the pedestals of the panel with the film fused thereto;removing the panel with the fused film from the mold; andattaching a hardboard layer to the second face of the panel.2. A method of manufacturing a subfloor component , ...

Underlayment for a floor

An underlayment for a floor includes a dimpled substrate having a generally planar top side, an opposed bottom side, and a plurality of dimples formed therein. Each dimple is bounded by a dimple wall, and includes a dimple opening along the top side. A smoothing layer is bonded to the top side of the dimpled substrate and overlays and occludes the dimple openings.

INSULATING FLOOR UNDERLAYMENT

A flooring material having a textile pad substructure with a density of greater than 10 pounds per cubic foot is provided. The textile pad has reinforcement and binding fibers. The binding fibers are thermoplastic and are used to bind the reinforcement fibers together. The pad is created by heating and compressing a fibrous textile batt so that it has a density of greater than 13 pounds per cubic foot. 1. A floor structure consisting of:a wood based laminate;an insulative pad having a density of greater than about 10.0 pounds per cubic foot, disposed adjacent to wood based laminate, said insulative pad consisting of a fibrous web layer wherein said fibrous web layer comprises reinforcement fibers distributed substantially randomly, said reinforcement fibers being interlocked, wherein after the insulative pad material is compressed to 75% of its original thickness during a compression set test, the material is then capable of returning to more than 80% of its original thickness and has a compression resistance at a compression of 25% of the original thickness of greater than about 20 psi; anda co-extruded polyethylene vapor barrier bonded to the insulative pad.2. The floor structure according to further comprising binder fibers selected from the group consisting of polyethylene claim 1 , polyester claim 1 , polypropylene claim 1 , and mixtures thereof.3. The floor structure according to wherein the insulative pad has a density of about 18.9 pounds per cubic foot.4. The floor structure according to wherein the insulative pad is about 3/32 inch thick.5. The floor structure according to wherein the insulative pad has a compression resistance at 50% of the original thickness of greater than about 180 psi.6. The floor structure according to further comprising an adhesive layer disposed between the insulative pad and the vapor barrier.7. A floor structure consisting of:a wood based laminate;an insulative pad disposed adjacent to wood based laminate, said insulative pad ...

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR DRAINAGE SYSTEM

A drainage system to be installed against a foundation of a building. The drainage system includes a drainage board having a plurality of channels extending from a bottom side along a front face thereof, and a portion of filter fabric attached to a rear face of the drainage board that covers the front face of the drainage board. The plurality of channels comprise a plurality of left channels and a plurality of right channels that intersect to form a crisscross pattern. 1. A method of utilizing a drainage system , comprising:attaching a filter fabric to a rear side of a drainage board;folding the filter fabric over a top side and a front side of the drainage board;forming a portion of the filter fabric that is unattached from the drainage board into a settling strip; andinstalling the drainage board against a wall of a foundation.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:filling backfill against an outer surface of the filter fabric.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the step of filling backfill against the outer surface of the filter fabric applies a downward force to the outer surface of the filter fabric.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:applying a downward force to the filter fabric to partially pull down the settling strip.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:securing the settling strip with a securement mechanism.6. The method of claim 5 , further comprising:removing material from the drainage board to create a plurality of channels.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the step of removing material from the drainage board comprises cutting a plurality of crisscrossed channels within the front side of the drainage board.8. The method of claim 6 , wherein the step of installing the drainage board against the wall of the foundation comprises installing the rear side of the drainage board against the wall of the foundation.9. The method of claim 6 , wherein the step of forming a portion of the filter fabric into the settling strip comprises ...

VENEER UNDERLAYMENT

An underlayment for use between a veneer material and a foundation surface includes a base layer and a series of individual supports extending upwardly from the base layer and configured to create voids in a layer of bonding material used to adhere the veneer material to the underlayment. Each of the individual supports includes an outer wall extending upwardly from the base layer and terminating at an upper lip, the outer wall extending around a perimeter of each of the supports. A protrusion extends from one of the upper lip or the outer wall to form an overhang beneath which a heating element is fitted. An internal wall extends downwardly and inwardly from the upper lip to at least partially define a cavity at least partially circumscribed by the outer wall within each of the individual supports. A space is defined between the internal wall and the external wall. 1. A tile installation , comprising:an underlayment disposed between a veneer material and a foundation surface, the underlayment comprising:a base layer; at least one outer wall extending upwardly from the base layer and terminating at an upper lip;', 'a protrusion extending from one of the upper lip or the outer wall to form an overhang beneath which a heating element can be fitted;', 'an internal wall extending downwardly and inwardly from the upper lip toward a center of each of the individual supports to at least partially define a cavity within each of the individual supports; and', 'a space defined between the internal wall and the external wall; and, 'a series of individual supports extending upwardly from the base layer and being configured to create voids in a layer of bonding material used to adhere the veneer material to the underlayment, each of the individual supports includinga layer of bonding material, the layer of bonding material adhering to an undersurface of the veneer material and to a surface of the internal wall of each of the individual supports.2. The installation of claim 1 , ...

Subfloor Leveling Assembly

A subfloor leveling assembly includes a leveling device, plurality of panels and an adhesive. The leveling device is configured to identify a high spot and a low spot of a subfloor. The panels are rectangularly shaped and are configured to be vertically adjustable relative to the subfloor. Top faces of the panels are coplanarly positionable. The adhesive is configured to couple the plurality of panels to the subfloor.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TILE FLOOR CONSTRUCTIONS

Flexible support screens and tile spacers for floating tile floor systems are described herein. The flexible support screens include a compressible body that is configured to engage a top surface of a structure. The compressible body has a plurality of channels configured to direct a fluid through the compressible body. The flexible support screen has a variable rate of compression upon receiving a force directed upon either the upper surface or the lower surface. The adhesive tiles spacers have a first side surface for engaging a first tile and a second side surface opposed to the first side surface for engaging a second tile. The adhesive spacers are configured to be compressible to absorb movement of the first tile and the second tile towards or away from each other. 120-. (canceled)21. A flexible support screen configured to support a tile on a top surface of a structure when the flexible support screen is positioned between the top surface of the structure and the tile , the flexible support screen comprising: a top surface having a plurality of upper openings;', 'a bottom surface spaced apart from the top surface, the bottom surface having a plurality of lower openings; and', 'a plurality of channels extending between the top surface and the bottom surface, the plurality of channels configured to receive a fluid from at least one upper opening of the top surface and direct the fluid through the drainage layer to exit through at least one of the lower openings of the bottom surface;, 'a drainage layer havingwherein the flexible support screen has a variable rate of compression upon receiving a force directed upon either the top surface or the bottom surface of the drainage layer.22. The flexible support screen of further comprising: a top surface configured to engage a bottom surface of the tile; and', 'a bottom surface configured to engage the drainage layer., 'a bedding layer positioned on the top surface of the drainage layer, the bedding layer having23. The ...

UNDERLAYMENT ARTICLES, COMPOSITIONS, AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE THEREOF

The present disclosure provides, among other things, articles useful as an underlayment material that makes floor tile installation easier and faster. 1. An underlayment system for flooring , comprising:a cellulosic layer for positioning atop a subfloor; anda layer of double sided tape comprising a subfloor side adhesive, an interliner, and a design floor covering side adhesive,wherein the subfloor side adhesive of the double sided tape layer is applied to a top side of the cellulosic layer, andwherein the layer of double sided tape is applied such that there is a pullback exposing the cellulosic layer at an edge of the cellulosic layer, so that when seam tape is applied along the edge of two adjacent cellulosic layers connecting the layers, the layers are substantially planar.2. The underlayment system for flooring of claim 1 , wherein the cellulosic layer is felt.3. The underlayment system for flooring of claim 1 , wherein the pullback is greater than one half of a width of seam tape.4. The underlayment system for flooring of claim 1 , wherein a layer of sound abatement material is positioned between the subfloor and the cellulosic layer.5. The underlayment system for flooring of claim 1 , wherein the sound abatement layer is foam.6. The underlayment system for flooring of claim 1 , wherein the underlayment system is characterized in that there is no adhesive drying time.7. The underlayment system for flooring of claim 1 , wherein the underlayment system comprises a release liner with a release coating removably applied to the design floor covering side adhesive layer.8. The underlayment system for flooring of claim 1 , wherein the cellulosic layer is coated on at least one side.9. The underlayment system for flooring of claim 8 , wherein the coating on the cellulosic layer is characterized in that it provides adhesion.10. The underlayment system for flooring of claim 8 , wherein the coating on the cellulosic layer is characterized in that it imparts waterproofing ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR POSITIONING HEATING ELEMENTS

An underlayment system is provided that includes a plurality of bosses that emanate form a common base member. The bosses and bases preferably include an opening therethrough that will allow for subsequent layers of adhesive to interact and bond to each other. The bosses are also spaced in such a way to help secure a wire snugly therebetween. 1. A floor underlayment comprising:a base having a bottom side and a top side; and a circular inner wall;', 'an outer wall surrounding the circular inner wall; and', 'an upper surface extending between the outer wall and the circular inner wall so as to form an enclosure filled with air,', 'wherein the outer wall extends from the upper surface to the base, the circular inner wall extends from the upper surface to the base, a portion of the base extends inward toward a center of the boss from the inner wall, and a first horizontal distance between at least a portion of the outer wall and an adjacent portion of the circular inner wall at a height proximate the upper surface is greater than a second horizontal distance between the at least a portion of the outer wall and the adjacent portion of the circular inner wall at a height proximate the base., 'a plurality of bosses extending above the top side, each boss of the plurality of bosses comprising2. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the circular inner wall is sloped.3. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the outer wall is curved in a vertical plane.4. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the outer wall slopes underneath the upper surface.5. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein a third horizontal distance between adjacent ones of the plurality of bosses along a first linear direction is equal to a fourth horizontal distance between adjacent ones of the plurality of bosses along a second linear direction claim 1 , the second linear direction perpendicular to the first linear direction.6. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the base and the ...

Peel and stick decoupling membrane

A decoupling underlayment membrane is described. The decoupling underlayment membrane includes: a set of mortar cavities; a set of through holes; and an adhesive layer coupled to an exterior surface of each mortar cavity in the set of cavities. A method of manufacturing a decoupling underlayment membrane includes: retrieving a membrane sheet; thermoforming a set of cavities into a top surface of the membrane sheet; pressing a set of through holes into the membrane sheet. A decoupling underlayment membrane includes: a set of starfish-shaped cavities arranged in a first repeating pattern and formed into a top surface of the membrane; a set of through holes arranged in a second repeating pattern; and a peel and stick adhesive layer coupled to a bottom surface of the membrane.

METHOD FOR RENOVATING AND RECONSTRUCTING WET ROOMS, AND RENOVATION SET FOR THIS PURPOSE

A method and kit for renovating and reconstructing wet rooms, wherein panel modules are attached to a wall, floor, and/or ceiling of the wet room, by providing panel modules having a water-impermeable coating or core; determining an installation position of a panel module; attaching a water-resistant sealing strip section to form an outer contour of the panel module; applying a water resistant sealing adhesive to the sealing strip section such that the sealing adhesive continuously underlays edge regions of two adjacent panel modules; and pressing a first panel module onto a first subregion of the sealing adhesive and a second panel module adjoining the first panel module whereby the two adjacent side regions of the panel modules are completely underlaid with sealing adhesive to produce a seal point between the panel modules to prevent moisture from entering the wall, floor, or ceiling through a joint formed between the panel modules. 110101514. A method for the renovation and new construction of wet rooms , such as bathrooms , in which large-format panel modules (; ′) are attached to a wall () and/or a floor () and/or a ceiling of the wet room , comprising the following steps:{'b': 10', '10', '11, 'a) providing panel modules (; ′) comprising a water-impermeable coating or a water-impermeable core () for installation in the wet room;'}{'b': 10', '10', '14', '15, 'b) determining an installation position of a panel module (; ′) on the floor () and/or the wall () and/or the ceiling of the wet room;'}{'b': 16', '17', '15', '14', '20', '10', '10, 'c) attaching at least one water-resistant sealing strip section (; ) on the wall () and/or on the floor () and/or on the ceiling of the wet room in a position which forms an outer contour () of the panel module (; ′);'}{'b': 16', '17', '14', '15', '10', '10, 'd) applying a water-resistant sealing adhesive to the at least one sealing strip section (; ) attached to the floor () and/or the wall () and/or the ceiling of the wet ...

METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING AN UNDERLAY MATERIAL, AND UNDERLAY MATERIAL

A method for manufacturing an underlay material () to be set under parquet or a laminate, the underlay material including a sheet material layer () and a flexible cellular plastic material layer () bonded under the sheet material layer, and a bottom surface of the cellular plastic layer being processed for providing an air space, whereby the bottom surface of the cellular plastic material layer () is processed by melting the cellular plastic material locally for providing an air space () and for simultaneously bonding the cellular plastic material layer to the sheet material layer (). An underlay material manufactured by such a method is also described. 1813391. A method for manufacturing an underlay material () to be set under parquet or a laminate , said underlay material consisting of a sheet material layer () and a flexible cellular plastic material layer () bonded under the sheet material layer , and a bottom surface of said cellular plastic layer being processed for providing an air space , wherein the bottom surface of the cellular plastic material layer () is processed by melting the cellular plastic material locally for providing an air space () and for simultaneously bonding the cellular plastic material layer to the sheet material layer ().23156677. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the melting and bonding of the cellular plastic material layer () to the sheet material layer () is conducted by conveying the material layers through between rolls and set in opposition to each other claim 1 , whereby the roll () placing itself against the cellular plastic material has its surface formed with uniform protrusions ( claim 1 , ′) claim 1 , the roll placing itself against the cellular plastic material layer having at least its protrusions heated.339. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the cellular plastic material layer () is by melting formed with at least two sets of continuous and parallel grooves () claim 1 , the grooves of various sets crossing ...

SYSTEM FOR FORMING FLOOR UNDERLAYMENT

A process for making a fibrous panel member and a flooring structure is disclosed. The flooring structure has a subfloor, a surface layer, and an insulative pad disposed between the subfloor and the surface layer. The insulative pad has an MDI binder and reinforcement fibers distributed uniformly and randomly within a first plane. The process includes mixing a porous fiber material with a MDI adhesive. The fiber batt is compressed between a pair of porous belts. Steam and heat are applied to the compressed batt to form a bound flexible batting material. 1. A method for producing a textile fiber matt comprising:a) providing fibers into a blowline;b) providing a liquid adhesive having a content of less than about 20% by weight of the fibers into the blowline to treat the fibers;c) pressing the fibers to form a flexible fiber matt having a compression resistance at a compression of 25% of the original thickness of greater than about 20 psi.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein providing a liquid adhesive having a content of less than about 20% by weight to the blowline comprises providing a liquid polymeric MDI containing adhesive having a diisocyanate into the blowline.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the polymeric MDI containing adhesive has a diisocyanate content of about 8% by weight or less.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the polymeric MDI containing adhesive has a diisocyanate content of about 6% by weight or less.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein the liquid polymeric MDI containing adhesive is emulsifiable.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the emulsifiable polymeric MDI containing adhesive is emulsified.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the flexible fiber matt is water repellent.8. A method for producing a fiber matt comprising:a) providing fibers selected from the group consisting of polyethylene, polyester, polypropylene, and mixtures thereof to a blowline;b) providing adhesive binder into the blowline;c) mixing an adhesive binder in the blowline to treat ...

VENEER UNDERLAYMENT

An underlayment includes a base layer having a base elevation and a series of individual supports extending upwardly from the base layer and being configured to create voids in a layer of bonding material used to adhere the veneer material to the underlayment. Each of the individual supports includes: at least one outer wall extending upwardly from the base layer and terminating at an upper lip, a bowl area defined adjacent a center of each of the individual supports and having a foot support defined at a bottom of the bowl area; and an internal wall extending downwardly and inwardly from the upper lip toward the foot support. An elevation of the foot support is substantially the same as an elevation of the base layer immediately adjacent the outer wall of each of the individual supports. 1. An underlayment for use between a veneer material and a foundation surface , the underlayment comprising:a base layer; at least one outer wall extending upwardly from the base layer and terminating at an upper lip the upper lip comprising a plurality of linear segments;', 'a bowl area defined adjacent a center of each of the individual supports; and', 'an internal wall extending downwardly and inwardly from the upper lip toward the center of each of the individual supports to at least partially define the bowl area within each of the individual supports, the internal wall comprising a plurality of surfaces, each surface extending from one of the plurality of linear segments of the upper lip and having a contour that substantially matches the linear segment from which each surface extends., 'a series of individual supports extending upwardly from the base layer and being configured to create voids in a layer of bonding material used to adhere the veneer material to the underlayment, each of the individual supports including2. The underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the outer wall extends substantially completely around a perimeter of each of the supports.3. The underlayment of ...

PEEL AND STICK DECOUPLING MEMBRANE

An automated method of manufacturing a decoupling underlayment membrane is provided, the method retrieving a membrane sheet, thermoforming a set of cavities into a top surface of the membrane sheet and pressing a set of through holes into the membrane sheet. 1. An automated method of manufacturing a decoupling underlayment membrane , the method comprising:retrieving a membrane sheet;thermoforming a set of cavities into a top surface of the membrane sheet; andpressing a set of through holes into the membrane sheet.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising applying a peel and stick adhesive layer to a bottom surface of the membrane sheet.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein each cavity in the set of cavities has a star-like shape.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein thermoforming the set of cavities comprises:heating the membrane sheet; andpressing a die into the membrane sheet to form the cavities.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the die has a cavity layout that includes a grouping of four cavities repeated across the die.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein pressing a set of through holes comprises:heating the membrane sheet; andpressing a set of awls into the membrane sheet to form the through holes.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the size of each through hole is at least partly determined by a depth the set of awls is pressed into the sheet. This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/949,762, filed Nov. 23, 2015, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/046,885, filed Oct. 4, 2013, now issued as U.S. Pat. No. 9,194,119, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/709,984, filed Oct. 4, 2012, and U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/869,636, filed Aug. 23, 2013, all of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety for all purposes.Conventional underlayment membranes use so-called “dovetail” cavities situated in longitudinal and transverse directions to decrement stress exerted ...

VIBRATION ISOLATION SUPPORTING STRUCTURE AND VIBRATION ISOLATION SYSTEM

An object of the invention is to provide a vibration isolation supporting structure and a vibration isolation system that can prevent a high-frequency vibration and a low-frequency vibration generated on a floor of a building. The vibration isolation supporting structure includes a plurality of supporting portions erected facing each other in a predetermined area near a wall of a floor of a building, a supporting structure supported on the floor by the supporting portions , and a fixing device configured to fix the supporting structure to the floor , and when receiving a release command, the fixing device releases fixing of the supporting structure to the floor 1. A vibration isolation supporting structure that prevents a vibration , comprising:a plurality of supporting portions erected facing each other in a predetermined area near a wall of a floor of a building;a supporting structure supported above the floor by the supporting portions; anda fixing device configured to fix the supporting structure to the floor, whereinwhen receiving a release command, the fixing device releases fixing of the supporting structure to the floor.2. The vibration isolation supporting structure according to claim 1 , whereinthe predetermined area is an area that is a node of vibration when the floor vibrates.3. The vibration isolation supporting structure according to claim 2 , whereina plurality of the fixing devices are disposed to be spaced apart from each other in a longitudinal direction of the supporting structure.4. The vibration isolation supporting structure according to claim 1 , whereinthe supporting portions support the supporting structure to be relatively rotatable.5. The vibration isolation supporting structure according to claim 1 , whereinthe supporting structure includes at least one beam member.6. The vibration isolation supporting structure according to claim 1 , whereinthe supporting structure includes a flat plate member.7. A vibration isolation system that ...

Anti-Slip, Noise Reducing Pad Directly Applied And Adhered To The Back of Flooring Materials and Method

Flooring material has an anti-slip, noise reducing pad directly self-adhered to a bottom surface. The pad is formed by applying a foamable PVC material is directly on the bottom surface of the flooring and heating the PVC material to foam the PVC material. The PVC material may then be cooled to form the pad with a definite formed shape having a resilient outer surface layer and a spongy foamy inner structure. 1. Flooring material comprising a substrate having a bottom surface with a backing layer for reducing slip and noise when the flooring material is in use , the backing layer comprising a polyvinyl chloride material adhered to the flooring without using other adhesive material , the polyvinyl chloride material having a foamed inner structure with a resilient outer surface layer , the polyvinyl chloride material being adapted and configured to foam to form the foamed inner structure when sufficiently heated , the polyvinyl chloride material being adapted and configured to produce the resilient outer surface layer when the polyvinyl material is sufficiently quenched after being heated.2. The flooring material of wherein the substrate comprises at least one of ceramic tile claim 1 , granite claim 1 , marble claim 1 , laminate claim 1 , engineered wood claim 1 , solid wood claim 1 , magnesium oxide claim 1 , fiber board claim 1 , stone and carpet.3. The flooring material of wherein the polyvinyl chloride material covers the bottom surface of the substrate in a pattern comprising one of dots and lines.4. The flooring material of further comprising a mesh adhered to the bottom surface of the substrate with the polyvinyl chloride material.5. The flooring material of wherein the mesh is at least one of a fiberglass mesh claim 4 , a polyester mesh claim 4 , a polyamide mesh claim 4 , a spandex mesh claim 4 , and a cotton mesh.6. A method of producing a flooring material comprising:providing a substrate of the flooring material;applying a polyvinyl chloride material to a ...

Floor Underlayment for Retaining Heater Cable

A membrane for decoupling heated flooring from a subfloor includes a flexible base and a plurality of projections formed into the base and extending outward from the base. Each projection of the plurality of projections has a perimeter wall defining a height of the projection and a top surface integral with the perimeter wall for supporting a flooring adhesive and/or for bearing a load when the heated flooring is installed. The projections have one flange portion extending from the perimeter wall and effective for retaining a heater cable within a channel formed between each pair of adjacent projections. Each channel may have exactly one flange portion extending over it and forming an overhang for retaining heater cables of different diameters. The corresponding flange portions of adjacent projections do not face in the same direction or the opposite direction, providing for a minimum number of flange portions to be used. 1. A membrane for decoupling heated flooring from a subfloor , the membrane comprising:a flexible base; and a perimeter wall defining a height of the projection and having a plurality of sides each intersecting with two other of the sides;', 'a top surface integral with the perimeter wall; and', 'exactly one flange portion extending from one of the sides of the perimeter wall; the plurality of projections arranged so that:', 'each projection has, selected from the plurality of projections, a plurality of adjacent projections, and forms with each adjacent projection a corresponding channel of a plurality of channels;', 'for each channel of the plurality of channels, the corresponding flange portion of at most one of the projections forming the channel extends over the channel such that the channel retains a first heater cable for heating the heated flooring; and', 'the corresponding flange portion of each projection does not face the same direction or the opposite direction of any of the corresponding flange portions of the plurality of adjacent ...

LOCKING MECHANISM FOR LOCKING A FLOATING PLATFORM LOADED WITH A MACHINE ONTO A BASE, SHOCK ABSORBING DEVICE WITH LOCKING MECHANISM, AND METHOD THEREOF

A shock absorbing device includes a floating platform, a base, and at least three locking mechanisms. The floating platform is movably spaced above the base and loaded with a machine. A center of gravity of the floating platform and the machine is located within a field enclosed by the at least three locking mechanisms. Each of the at least three locking mechanisms includes a first fixing component, a second fixing component, and a third fixing component. The first fixing component is disposed on the floating platform. The second fixing component is disposed on the base and located at a position corresponding to the first fixing component. The third fixing component is disposed on the second fixing component to engage with the first fixing component, so that the floating platform can be locked onto the base, which prevents damage of internal components of the machine caused by shock loads during transportation. 1. A locking mechanism for locking a floating platform loaded with a machine onto a base , the locking mechanism comprising:a first fixing component disposed on the floating platform;a second fixing component disposed on the base and located at a position corresponding to the first fixing component; anda third fixing component disposed on the second fixing component and for engaging with the first fixing component to lock the floating platform onto a side of the base.2. The locking mechanism of claim 1 , further comprising at least one first fastening component for fixing the first fixing component onto the floating platform.3. The locking mechanism of claim 1 , wherein a receiving slot is formed on the floating platform for receiving the first fixing component claim 1 , so as to prevent an interference between the first fixing component and the machine.4. The locking mechanism of claim 1 , further comprising at least one second fastening component for fixing the second fixing component onto the base.5. The locking mechanism of claim 1 , wherein an end of the ...

FLOOR PANEL

In a method for manufacturing floor panels that have at least a substrate and a top layer provided on the substrate, the top layer including a thermoplastic layer that is translucent or transparent, the method may involve providing the top layer, including the thermoplastic layer, on the substrate. The method may also involve heating at least the thermoplastic layer, and structuring the thermoplastic layer using a mechanical press element. 1. A floor panel comprising:a substrate; anda top layer provided on the substrate;wherein the substrate is a synthetic material board;wherein the top layer includes a back layer, a motif and a transparent wear layer; andwherein the back layer has a higher density than the transparent wear layer.2. The floor panel of claim 1 , wherein the back layer has a thickness amounting to at least 45 percent of the overall thickness of the top layer.3. The floor panel of claim 1 , wherein the back layer is a vinyl containing layer.4. The floor panel of claim 1 , wherein the back layer includes filler materials.5. The floor panel of claim 1 , wherein the motif is applied to a synthetic material film situated between the back layer and the transparent wear layer.6. The floor panel of claim 1 , wherein the motif consist of a printed pattern on the basis of UV-based or solvent based inks.7. The floor panel of claim 1 , wherein the substrate has an average density of more than 300 kilograms per cubic meter.8. The floor panel of claim 1 , wherein the transparent wear layer has a thickness corresponding to at least 25 percent of the overall thickness of the top layer.9. The floor panel of claim 1 , wherein the top layer further includes a surface layer on the basis of a UV hardened substance.10. The floor panel of claim 1 , wherein the floor panel is of rectangular shape defined by pairs of opposite edges;wherein at least at one pair of opposite edges the substrate includes profiles formed in the synthetic material board; and a vertical locking ...

SUPPORT PLATE FOR INSTALLING TILE

A support for installing facing materials such as ceramic tiles on a substrate, such as, floors, walls and ceilings. The support plate has a plurality of spaced apart raised portions and recesses in the plate material, and a plurality of openings extending through the top surface and bottom surface of the plate material. The openings exposing a mat layer attached to the bottom of the support plate. Support plates of the invention are used for tile installations between a substrate and tile. Thin-set mortar that is used to secure the tile to the support plate flows into the recesses and into the openings forming a continuous bond between the mortar, openings and mat layer to provide a strong bond between the support plate, mortar and the tiles. 1. A support plate comprising:a base sheet material having a first side and a second side; anda plurality of routing regions arranged in rows and columns on the base sheet material, each routing region comprising a plurality of raised protrusions on the first side of the base sheet material and a plurality of openings in the base sheet material, each one of the plurality of raised protrusions comprises a curved outer wall forming a non-continuous circle, a curved inner wall forming a non-continuous circle, and a top surface substantially parallel to the base sheet material, wherein the plurality of routing regions define cavities to receive a component therein.2. The support plate of wherein at least one of the plurality of openings is located outside of the outer walls of the plurality of raised protrusions.3. The support plate of further comprising a mat layer attached to the second side of the base sheet material.4. The support plate of wherein the mat layer comprises a fabric-like mat material.5. The support plate of wherein the fabric-like mat material comprises a non-woven fabric material or a woven fabric material.6. The support plate of wherein the mat layer is bonded to claim 3 , adhered to claim 3 , or attached to ...

SUPPORT PLATE FOR INSTALLING TILE

A support for installing facing materials such as ceramic tiles on a substrate such as floors, walls and ceilings wherein the support plate has a plurality of spaced apart recesses in the plate material, with the recesses being open at the top surface and have solid sidewalls and a base, and a plurality of slots in the non-recessed portions of the plate material extending through the top surface and bottom surface, the slots joining one or more adjacent recesses. The support plate of the invention is used for tile installations between the substrate and such tile. Thin-set mortar that is used to secure the tile to the support plate flows into the recesses and into the slots forming a continuous bond between the mortar and the adjacent slots providing for a strong bond between the support plate, mortar and the tiles. 1. A support plate for installing facing materials on a substrate comprising:a sheet material having a first side and a second side;a plurality of recesses residing across the first side of the sheet material and forming an area of empty cavity regions at the second side of the sheet material, two or more of the plurality of recesses each having a geometric shape with an outwardly extending recess portion,the plurality of recesses arranged so that a first outwardly extending recess portion of a first recess extends towards a second outwardly extending recess portion of a second recess, whereby together the first and second outwardly extending recess portions of the adjacent recesses reside directly across from each other on the first side of the sheet material to decrease the area of the empty cavity regions at the second side of the sheet material thereby providing the support plate with increased durability and strength.2. The support plate of wherein a plurality of the recesses each having the geometric shape with the outwardly extending recess portion reside in rows and columns across the sheet material.3. The support plate of wherein the plurality ...

Support plate for installing tile

A support for installing facing materials such as ceramic tiles on a substrate such as floors, walls and ceilings wherein the support plate has a plurality of spaced apart recesses in the plate material, with the recesses being open at the top surface and have solid sidewalls and a base, and a plurality of slots in the non-recessed portions of the plate material extending through the top surface and bottom surface, the slots joining one or more adjacent recesses. The support plate of the invention is used for tile installations between the substrate and such tile. Thin-set mortar that is used to secure the tile to the support plate flows into the recesses and into the slots forming a continuous bond between the mortar and the adjacent slots providing for a strong bond between the support plate, mortar and the tiles.

DECK SYSTEM AND METHOD OF INSTALLING

A deck system method of installing the deck system. The deck system includes a wooden-deck assembly and a deck-cover assembly and a method installing the deck system with a stone or tile top surface. The deck-cover assembly is applied to the wooden-deck assembly or another existing deck assembly. The deck-cover assembly includes a waterproof membrane and a second deck-top having the stone material. The stone tiles are maintained at a consistent spacing through the use of permanent spacers when not adhered to the deck surface. The deck system provides a durable and water-resistant stone deck. 1. A method of installing an improved deck system , the method comprising the steps of: [ at least one post for securement into a ground surface, the at least one post including a vertical post-length relative to the ground surface;', 'at least one joist including a horizontal joist-length relative to the ground surface;', 'at least one beam joining the at least one post and the at least one joist;', 'a first deck-top having a first horizontal deck-length relative to the ground surface and laying atop the horizontal joist-length, and a first vertical deck-length relative to the ground surface and parallel to the vertical post-length, the first deck-top being constructed from a wooden material; and, 'a wooden deck assembly having, a waterproof membrane including a horizontal membrane-length relative to the ground surface;', 'a second deck-top including a second horizontal deck-length relative to the ground-surface, the second-deck top being constructed from a stone material; and', 'a filler material;, 'a deck-cover assembly having], 'providing the improved deck system, the improved deck system includinginstalling the wooden deck assembly;securing the waterproof membrane over the wooden deck assembly such that the horizontal membrane-length is seated atop the first horizontal deck-length, and the vertical membrane length is seated against the first vertical deck-length;seating the ...

SURFACE UNDERLAYMENT

A flooring system is constructed on a base. The flooring system includes a permeable barrier layer, a porous underlayment, an impermeable sealing layer, and a flooring. The barrier layer is configured to cover the base. The underlayment overlies the barrier layer, with the barrier layer preventing binding of the underlayment to the base while permitting fluid to pass between the base and underlayment. The underlayment presents a top face, and the sealing layer coats the top face of the underlayment. The flooring is fixed relative to the top face of the underlayment. 1. A method of constructing a flooring system on a base , said construction method comprising the steps of:(a) applying a porous underlayment on the base, wherein the underlayment comprises a compound including elastic material and inelastic particles;(b) sealing the top and side faces of the underlayment; and(c) fixing a flooring relative to the top face of the underlayment.2. The construction method as claimed in claim 1 ,prior to step (a), preparing the base.3. The construction method as claimed in claim 2 ,said preparing step including the steps of filling any cracks in the base and/or leveling any low spots in the base.4. The construction method as claimed in claim 2 ,drilling vent holes within the base.5. The construction method as claimed in claim 1 ,step (a) including the step of mixing the elastic material and inelastic particles to form a compound.6. The construction method as claimed in claim 5 ,said mixing step including the step of combining the inelastic particles, the elastic material, which is in the form of elastic particles, and a binder.7. The construction method as claimed in claim 5 ,step (a) including the step of paving and/or tiling the compound on the base.8. The construction method as claimed in claim 5 ,step (a) including the step of providing reinforcement structure within the underlayment.9. The construction method as claimed in claim 1 ,step (b) including the step of coating ...

WATERPROOF PANEL FOR SHOWER TRAY

A waterproof panel for shower tray, adapted to be placed over a foundation, to be interposed between the latter and a floor covering layer includes at least one plate-like element and a waterproof covering which is applied on top of the at least one plate-like element, and has, on the lower face for adhesion to the foundation, and low-relief portions adapted to accommodate adhesive for the adhesion of the panel to the foundation. 1. A waterproof panel for a shower tray , adapted to be placed over a foundation , to be interposed between the latter and a floor covering layer , said panel comprising at least one plate-like element and a waterproof covering which is applied on top of said at least one plate-like element , having , on a lower face for adhesion to the foundation , a plurality of low-relief portions adapted to accommodate adhesive for the adhesion of said panel to said foundation.2. The panel according to claim 1 , wherein said low-relief portions have an undercut cross-section.3. The panel according to claim 1 , wherein said low-relief portions have a dovetail cross-section.4. The panel according to claim 1 , further comprising two of said plate-like elements arranged side by side and joined by said waterproof covering claim 1 , at least one of said two plate-like elements having claim 1 , on a side that faces the other one of said plate-like elements claim 1 , a recess for the accommodation of an adhesive.5. The panel according to claim 4 , wherein said recess is extended along the entire side of said plate-like element.6. The panel according to claim 4 , wherein said adhesive comprises a strip of double adhesive.7. The panel according to claim 1 , wherein said at least one plate-like element is provided by molding plastic material. This application is related to, and claims the benefit of, Italian Patent Application No. 102018000001008, filed on Jan. 16, 2018, the contents of which are herein incorporated by reference in their entirety.The present ...

MACHINE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD FOR BUILDING BOARD

A building board is finished in a first processing station via laterally operating processing means, where-in a first edge strip is glued along a first edge side of body element of the building board. In a second processing station a primary surface layer is glued, by vertically operating processing means, to cover the entire primary main side and the primary side of the first edge stripe. Thereafter, a vertical pressure is applied over the body element and the first edge stripe across a working direction while the body element and the first edge stripe pass the second processing station in such a manner that a primary side of the first edge stripe is brought in level with a primary main side of the body element when passing the second processing station. 1. A machine for finishing building boards which are essentially shaped as cuboids including a primary main side and opposite thereto a secondary main side each having a relatively large delimitation area and four edge sides with relatively small delimitation area , the machine comprising:a conveyor line configured to receive incoming body elements for building boards and transport the body elements in a working direction along a set of processing stations in the machine;a first processing station of said processing stations comprises laterally operating processing means configured to, by gluing, apply a first edge strip, of a female type, along a first edge side of said four edge sides in such a manner that the first edge strip is brought in parallel with the primary main side; anda second processing station of said processing stations comprises vertically operating processing means configured to:apply, by gluing, a primary surface layer which covers the entire primary main side and the primary side of the first edge stripe, and thereafter apply a vertical pressure over the body element and the first edge stripe across the working direction while the body element and the first edge stripe pass the second ...

FLOOR WITH INLAY PATTERN PERPARED BY ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING TECHNIQUES

A method for manufacturing a flooring or a coating with an inlay pattern on a substrate is disclosed which includes: a) preparing one or more inlays with an inlay material by an additive manufacturing process using a digital fabricator on the substrate at a predetermined position or predetermined positions, or on a second substrate different from the substrate to be provided with the flooring or coating; and b1) applying a curable flooring composition on the portions of the substrate not covered by the one or more inlays prepared, and curing the flooring composition, or b2) preparing a flooring by an additive manufacturing process, or b3) applying a curable coating composition on the substrate and the one or more inlays, and curing the coating composition. 1. A method for manufacturing a flooring or a coating with an inlay pattern on a substrate , the method comprising:a) preparing one or more inlays having a predetermined pattern, color and thickness with an inlay material by an additive manufacturing process using a digital fabricator on the substrate at a predetermined position or predetermined positions, or on a second substrate different from the substrate to be provided with the flooring or coating, wherein, if the one or more inlays are prepared on the second substrate, the one or more inlays prepared on the second substrate are placed on the substrate to be provided with the flooring or coating at a predetermined position or predetermined positions; andb1) applying a curable flooring composition on the portions of the substrate not covered by the one or more inlays prepared so that the one or more inlays are embedded in the flooring composition, and curing the flooring composition, orb2) preparing a flooring with a flooring material on the portions of the substrate not covered by the one or more inlays by an additive manufacturing process using a digital fabricator so that the one or more inlays are embedded in the flooring, orb3) applying a curable coating ...

MODULAR WRAP AROUND WALL

Implementations of the present disclosure relate to systems, methods, and apparatus for connecting one or more wall modules to structural components of a building. At least one implementation includes connections that can allow the wall module to couple to a structural wall. For instance, the wall module can extend away from an end of the structural wall. In particular, the wall module can have a frame that connects to the structural wall on at least one side face and one or more panels that connect to the frame to at least partially conceal the structural wall and the frame from a first vantage point. Accordingly, the structural wall together with one or more wall modules can divide the floor space of a building into one or more individual spaces. 1. A wall module configured to be connected to a structural wall , the structural wall having a first end and an opposing second end , the divider wall comprising:a frame configured to be connected to the structural wall, a first portion of the frame being configured to extend away from the first end of the structural wall in a direction opposite the second end of the structural wall, a second portion of the frame being configured to span a portion of at least one face of the structural wall between the first and second ends of the structural wall; andone or more panels removably connectable to the frame such that the one or more panels at least partially cover the first and second portions of the frame and at least partially conceal the at least one face of the structural wall.2. The wall module as recited in claim 1 , wherein the frame comprise one or more vertical supports configured to be connected to one or more horizontal supports.3. The wall module as recited in claim 2 , wherein at least one of the one or more horizontal supports comprises a stringer configured to have the one or more panels connected thereto.4. The wall module as recited in claim 2 , wherein the one or more vertical supports comprises a plurality ...

SOLID SELF-LEVELING UNDERLAYMENT

Described are flooring systems which include an underlayment material that compresses over projecting irregularities in a subfloor to provide a level surface for a top flooring layer. Such flooring systems may include a top flooring layer, a subfloor, and an underlayment material disposed between the subfloor and the top flooring layer. The underlayment material may comprise a cross-linked polyolefin foam and a compressible foam. Methods for a self-leveling underlayment are disclosed herein, as well as methods of manufacture of the same. 1. A flooring system , comprising:a top flooring layer;a subfloor; and a cross-linked polyolefin foam; and', 'a foam selected to compresses over projecting irregularities in the subfloor to provide a level surface for the top flooring layer., 'an underlayment material disposed between the subfloor and the top flooring layer, wherein the underlayment material comprises2. The flooring system of claim 1 , wherein the underlayment material bridges voids in the subfloor to provide a level surface for the top flooring layer.3. The flooring system of claim 1 , wherein the cross-linked polyolefin foam is produced from a resin composition comprising a blend of polyethylene and polypropylene.4. The flooring system of claim 1 , wherein the foam selected to compresses over projecting irregularities in the subfloor to provide a level surface for the top flooring layer is a non-cross-linked foam.5. The flooring system of claim 4 , wherein the non-cross-linked foam is a polyolefin foam.6. The flooring system of claim 4 , wherein the non-cross-linked foam consists essentially of polyethylene.7. The flooring system of claim 1 , wherein the cross-linked polyolefin foam has a fine cell structure with cells having diameters between about 0.1 millimeter and about 0.5 millimeter.8. The flooring system of claim 5 , wherein the non-cross-linked polyolefin foam has an open cell structure with cells having diameters between about 0.5 millimeter and about 4 ...

FIELD-ASSEMBLED FLOORING SYSTEMS

Described herein are methods for installing field-assembled flooring systems wherein the underlayment is a hybrid design that includes a combination of structural board and cementitious product. The hybrid design is configured to reduce or eliminate the curing time requirement after pouring the cementitious product (e.g., gypsum concrete). The field-assembled flooring systems can reduce or eliminate the chances of the onset of mold due to high moisture levels by removing the cementitious product from the prone areas and replacing it with structural boards. The structural boards (e.g., cellulose fiberboards) can be installed in non-critical areas such as underneath cabinets, around the perimeter of the floor, under bathtubs, in non-walk-in closets, anywhere sheet rock reaches the floor, or the like. 1. A method for installing a hybrid underlayment of a flooring system , the method comprising:applying adhesive to adhere an isolation board to a subfloor in a targeted area, the targeted area lying within a first portion of the subfloor;installing the isolation board to the subfloor with the adhesive in the targeted area so that there is a gap between adjacent isolation boards and walls;applying adhesive to adhere a bottom side of a structural board to a top side of the installed isolation board;installing the structural board on top of the installed isolation board; andpouring cementitious product in a second portion of the subfloor so that the poured cementitious product is level with a top side of the structural board,wherein a combination of the isolation board and structural board provide a pour stop for the cementitious product.2. The method of further comprising fastening the isolation board in place with nails.3. The method of further comprising fastening the structural board in place with nails.4. The method of wherein the first portion and the second portion cover the entire subfloor.5. The method of wherein the isolation board comprises a fire-rated cellulose ...

MECHANICAL LOCKING SYSTEM FOR FLOOR PANELS

Building panels provided with a locking system for vertical and horizontal locking of a first edge and a second edge of adjacent panels. The locking system includes a displaceable tongue at least partly arranged in a displacement groove, a tongue groove, a cavity provided in a strip at the first edge, and a protrusion extending downwards at the second edge. The displaceable tongue is arranged to be displaced at least partly into the tongue groove during locking, and wherein the protrusion is arranged to be located in least a portion of the cavity when the panels are locked vertically and horizontally. 120-. (canceled)21. Floor panels provided with a mechanical locking system for vertical and/or horizontal locking of a first edge and a second edge of adjacent floor panels , the adjacent floor panels comprising a plastic wear layer and one or several plastic core layers , whereinone plastic core layer comprises several essentially vertical flexing grooves with a vertical extension of at least about one third of a thickness of the plastic core layer.22. The floor panels as claimed in claim 21 , wherein the vertical flexing grooves are covered with an underlay.23. The floor panels as claimed in claim 22 , wherein the underlay is a foam.24. The floor panels as claimed in claim 21 , wherein the vertical flexing grooves are essentially parallel with long edges of the floor panels and have a length that is smaller than a distance between locking systems on short edges of the floor panels.25. The floor panels as claimed in claim 21 , wherein the vertical flexing grooves are formed at a rear side of the plastic core layer.26. The floor panels as claimed in claim 25 , wherein the vertical flexing grooves have a longitudinal length that is smaller than a longitudinal length of the rear side of the plastic core layer.27. The floor panels as claimed in claim 21 , wherein said plastic wear layer and said one or several plastic core layers comprise polyvinyl chloride.28. The floor ...

FIBER PAD FLOORING INSTALLATION WITH LOW REFLECTED SOUND PRESSURE LEVEL

A flooring system as disclosed herein may include a subfloor, a top floor layer, and an underlayment material comprising a needlepunched fiber pad. The needlepunched fiber pad may include a plurality of layers that are needlepunched together to form the fiber pad. Each of the layers may have a respective initial thickness. The fiber pad may have a thickness that is less than the sum of the initial thicknesses. A moisture vapor barrier may be disposed between the needlepunched fiber pad and the sub floor. A portion of the moisture vapor barrier may extend beyond an edge of the fiber pad. The portion of the moisture vapor barrier that extends beyond the edge of the fiber pad may have an adhesive disposed thereon. 1. A flooring system , comprising:a subfloor;a top floor layer; andan underlayment material comprising a needlepunched fiber pad, wherein the needlepunched fiber pad comprises a plurality of layers that are needlepunched together to form the fiber pad.2. The flooring system of claim 1 , wherein each of the layers has a respective initial thickness claim 1 , and the needlepunched fiber pad has a thickness that is less than the sum of the initial thicknesses.3. The flooring system of claim 1 , further comprising a moisture vapor barrier disposed between the needlepunched fiber pad and the sub floor.4. The flooring system of claim 3 , wherein a portion of the moisture vapor barrier extends beyond an edge of the fiber pad.5. The flooring system of claim 4 , wherein the portion of the moisture vapor barrier that extends beyond the edge of the fiber pad has an adhesive disposed thereon.6. A flooring system claim 4 , comprising:a subfloor;a top floor layer;an underlayment material comprising a needlepunched fiber pad, anda moisture vapor barrier disposed between the needlepunched fiber pad and the sub floor.7. The flooring system of claim 6 , wherein the needlepunched fiber pad comprises a plurality of layers that are needlepunched together to form the fiber pad ...

FLOOR UNDERLAYMENT FOR POSITIONING HEATING ELEMENTS

A floor underlayment for positioning and mounting a heating element beneath a finished floor is described. The floor underlayment comprises a plurality of studs extending upwardly from a base layer, where the outer wall of the studs forms an acute angle with the base layer and a smooth inner wall defines a cavity within each stud. Mounting corridors formed by rows or columns of adjacent studs are sized to receive and retain a heating element. 1. A floor underlayment , comprising:a base layer; and an outer wall that forms an acute angle with the base layer;', 'a top surface; and', 'an inner wall sloping downwardly and inwardly from the top surface to near the base layer, the inner wall having a smooth, substantially continuous surface and defining a cavity within the stud., 'a plurality of studs extending from the base layer in rows and columns, each stud comprising2. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the inner wall of each stud surrounds a perimeter of a hole in the base layer.3. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein each stud further comprises a raised ring extending upwardly from the top surface.4. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of studs are integral with the base layer.5. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein a cross section of the outer wall of each stud is substantially square with rounded corners.6. The floor underlayment of claim 5 , wherein the rounded corners of each outer wall have a radius of curvature of about one fourth of the width of the stud.7. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , further comprising a heating element mounted between adjacent studs.8. A mat for mounting a heating element claim 1 , the mat comprising:a plurality of mounting corridors having an open top, a floor, and sides defined by an outer wall of each of a plurality of adjacent and sequential supports extending upwardly from the floor, each outer wall positioned at an acute angle with the floor and having a fillet at the intersection ...

MECHANICAL LOCKING SYSTEM FOR FLOOR PANELS

Building panels provided with a locking system for vertical and horizontal locking of a first edge and a second edge of adjacent panels. The locking system includes a displaceable tongue at least partly arranged in a displacement groove, a tongue groove, a cavity provided in a strip at the first edge, and a protrusion extending downwards at the second edge. The displaceable tongue is arranged to be displaced at least partly into the tongue groove during locking, and wherein the protrusion is arranged to be located in least a portion of the cavity when the panels are locked vertically and horizontally.

Support Plate for Installing Tile

A support for installing facing materials such as ceramic tiles on a substrate such as floors, walls and ceilings wherein the support plate has a plurality of spaced apart recesses in the plate material, with the recesses being open at the top surface and have solid sidewalls and a base, and a plurality of slots in the non-recessed portions of the plate material extending through the top surface and bottom surface, the slots joining one or more adjacent recesses. The support plate of the invention is used for tile installations between the substrate and such tile. Thin-set mortar that is used to secure the tile to the support plate flows into the recesses and into the slots forming a continuous bond between the mortar and the adjacent slots providing for a strong bond between the support plate, mortar and the tiles.

FLOOR UNDERLAYMENT HAVING SELF-SEALING VAPOR BARRIER

A flooring material having a textile pad substructure with a density of greater than 10 pounds per cubic foot is provided. The textile pad has reinforcement and binding fibers. The binding fibers are thermoplastic and are used to bind the reinforcement fibers together. The pad is created by heating and compressing a fibrous textile batt so that it has a density of greater than 13 pounds per cubic foot. 1. A floor structure consisting of:a wood based laminate;an insulative pad disposed adjacent to wood based laminate, said insulative pad having a fibrous web layer wherein said fibrous web layer comprises reinforcement fibers distributed substantially randomly in a first plane, said reinforcement fibers being interlocked, wherein after the insulative pad material is compressed to 75% of its original thickness during a compression set test, the material is then capable of returning to more than 80% of its original thickness and has a compression resistance at a compression of 25% of the original thickness of greater than about 20 psi; anda multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier fixably coupled to the insulative pad.2. The floor structure according to claim 1 , wherein the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier comprises a polyamide skin layer and a linear low-density polyethylene layer.3. The floor structure according to claim 3 , further comprising an adhesive between the polyamide skin layer and the linear low-density polyethylene layer.4. The floor structure according to claim 1 , wherein the multilayer coextruded film vapor barrier comprises a pair of external polyamide skin layers and at least one layer of linear low-density polyethylene.5. The floor structure according to claim 4 , wherein the insulative pad is about 3/32 inch thick.6. The floor structure according to claim 1 , wherein the insulative pad has a compression resistance at 50% of the original thickness of greater than about 180 psi.7. The floor structure according to claim 1 , further comprising ...

DOUBLE-SIDED SELF-ADHESIVE VAPOR BARRIER

The invention relates to a vapor barrier which is self-adhesive on both sides, comprising at least one moisture barrier layer, a carrier film, a first pressure-sensitive adhesive layer which is resistant to moisture, a second pressure-sensitive adhesive layer which is present on a side of the carrier film opposite the first pressure-sensitive adhesive layer, and a removable covering layer which has been applied to the second pressure-sensitive adhesive layer on a side of the self-adhesive vapor barrier facing the surroundings opposite the carrier film. 2. The self-adhesive vapor barrier as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the moisture barrier layer has an svalue claim 1 , measured in accordance with ASTM E 398-13 claim 1 , of at least 50 m.3. The self-adhesive vapor barrier as claimed in or claim 1 , which further comprises at least one barrier layer which is impermeable to plasticizers.4. The self-adhesive vapor barrier as claimed in any of the preceding claims claim 1 , wherein the at least one moisture barrier layer and/or the optional at least one barrier layer which is impermeable to plasticizers is integrated into the carrier film.5. The self-adhesive vapor barrier as claimed in any of the preceding claims claim 1 , wherein the first pressure-sensitive adhesive layer is resistant to alkaline moisture at a pH of equal to or more than 8.0 and equal to or less than 13.5.6. The self-adhesive vapor barrier as claimed in any of the preceding claims claim 1 , wherein the at least one moisture barrier layer is present between the at least one carrier film and the second pressure-sensitive adhesive layer and/or is in contact with the second pressure-sensitive adhesive layer.7. The self-adhesive vapor barrier as claimed in any of the preceding claims claim 1 , wherein the second pressure-sensitive adhesive layer has an adhesive application mass of 10-200 g/m.8. The self-adhesive vapor barrier as claimed in any of the preceding claims claim 1 , wherein the first pressure- ...

Method and apparatus for positioning heating elements

An underlayment system is provided that includes a plurality of protrusions that extend from a common base member. The protrusions and base member can include an opening therethrough that allows for subsequent layers of material, such as adhesive, to interact and bond to each other. The protrusions are arranged in such a way to contain a wire, string, or heating element, within a receiving area. The arrangement of the protrusions allow for routing of the wire, string, or heating element in a variety of angles, bends, and other routing layouts.

Masonary Panel Assembly

A masonry panel assembly for enhancing quality and efficiency of masonry work includes a panel that that has a pre-dried layer. The panel has a plurality of ridges thereon and the process of fastening the panel to the wall replaces applying a scratch coat for masonry work on site. A mortar is applied to masonry units to attach the masonry units to the panel after the panel is fastened to the wall. Additionally, the mortar engages each of the ridges such that the mortar resists running downwardly on the panel when the masonry units are adhered to the panel by the mortar. 1. A masonry panel assembly being configured to have masonry units adhered thereto during construction and remodeling , said assembly comprising:a panel being configured to be fastened to a wall, said panel having a plurality of ridges thereon, a pre-dried layer of thinset concrete covering said panel; anda mortar covering a masonry unit, said masonry unit being pressable against said panel wherein said mortar covering engages and is adhered to said thinset concrete.2. The assembly of claim 1 , further comprising said mortar engaging each of said ridges wherein said mortar is configured to resist running downwardly on said panel.3. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said panel has a first surface claim 1 , a second surface and a peripheral edge extending therebetween claim 1 , said peripheral edge having a first lateral side claim 1 , a second lateral side claim 1 , a top side and a bottom side claim 1 , said first surface being configured to be fastened to the wall claim 1 , each of said ridges extending outwardly from said second surface.4. The assembly according to claim 3 , wherein each of said ridges extends between said first lateral side and said second lateral side claim 3 , said ridges being spaced apart from each other and being distributed between said top side and said bottom side.5. The assembly according to claim 3 , wherein each of said ridges is oriented parallel with each ...

UNCOUPLING MAT

An uncoupling mat includes an uncoupling layer; a layer of adhesive underlying the uncoupling layer, the adhesive layer having a subfloor-bonding surface; and an entangled filament sheet overlying the uncoupling layer, the entangled filament sheet being a resilient three-dimensional web of extruded polymer monofilaments, the polymer monofilaments being heat welded at junctions to form an open network of tangled monofilament. 1. A self-adhesive uncoupling mat comprising:an uncoupling layer;a layer of adhesive underlying the uncoupling layer, the adhesive layer having a subfloor-bonding surface for self-adhering the self-adhesive uncoupling mat to a subfloor; andan entangled filament sheet overlying the uncoupling layer, the entangled filament sheet comprising a resilient three-dimensional web of extruded polymer monofilaments, the polymer monofilaments being heat welded at junctions to form an open network of tangled monofilament.2. The uncoupling mat of claim 1 , wherein the uncoupling layer comprises a breathable fabric.3. The uncoupling mat of claim 2 , wherein the breathable fabric comprises a woven or nonwoven polymeric fabric.4. The uncoupling mat of claim 1 , wherein the uncoupling layer comprises a waterproof membrane.5. The uncoupling mat of claim 1 , further comprising a removable release liner adhered to the subfloor-bonding surface of the adhesive layer.6. The uncoupling mat of claim 1 , wherein the adhesive layer comprises an asphalt containing adhesive.7. The uncoupling mat of claim 1 , wherein the adhesive layer is asphalt free.8. The uncoupling mat of claim 1 , wherein the monofilaments may be made of a polyolefin claim 1 , polyamide claim 1 , polyester claim 1 , polyvinylhalide claim 1 , polyvinylidene chloride claim 1 , polyvinyltetrafluoride claim 1 , polyvinyl chlorotrifluoride) claim 1 , polystyrene claim 1 , polyvinylester or a mixture of two or more thereof.9. The uncoupling mat of wherein the monofilaments have an average diameter in the range ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR POSITIONING HEATING ELEMENTS

An underlayment system is provided that includes a plurality of bosses that emanate form a common base member. The bosses and bases preferably include an opening therethrough that will allow for subsequent layers of adhesive to interact and bond to each other. The bosses are also spaced in such a way to help secure a wire snugly therebetween. 1. A floor underlayment comprising:a base having a bottom side and a top side; and a circular inner wall;', 'an outer wall surrounding the circular inner wall; and', 'an upper surface extending between the outer wall and the circular inner wall so as to form an enclosure filled with air, the enclosure accessible only from underneath the base,', 'wherein the outer wall extends from the upper surface to the base, the circular inner wall extends from the upper surface to the base, and a first horizontal distance between the outer wall and the circular inner wall at a height proximate the upper surface is greater than a second horizontal distance between the outer wall and the circular inner wall at a height proximate the base., 'a plurality of bosses extending above the top side, each boss comprising2. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the circular inner wall is sloped.3. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the outer wall is curved in a vertical plane.4. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the outer wall slopes underneath the upper surface.5. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein a third horizontal distance between adjacent ones of the plurality of bosses along a first linear direction is equal to a fourth horizontal distance between adjacent ones of the plurality of bosses along a second linear direction claim 1 , the second linear direction perpendicular to the first linear direction.6. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the base and the bosses are formed of polypropylene.7. The floor underlayment of claim 1 , further comprising an anti-fracture membrane in contact with the bottom side of ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR POSITIONING HEATING ELEMENTS

An underlayment system is provided that includes a plurality of protrusions that extend from a common base member. The protrusions and base member can include an opening therethrough that allows for subsequent layers of material, such as adhesive, to interact and bond to each other. The protrusions are arranged in such a way to contain a wire, string, or heating element, within a receiving area. The arrangement of the protrusions allow for routing of the wire, string, or heating element in a variety of angles, bends, and other routing layouts. 120-. (canceled)21. A support structure for electric heating cables , comprising:a base having a first side and a second side opposite the first side;a plurality of protrusions extending from the first side of the base, the protrusions defining a plurality of receiving cavities configured to receive a heating element; anda pad layer attached to the second side of the base.22. The support structure of claim 21 , wherein the pad layer comprises at least one of a heat reflective material and an energy reflective material.23. The support structure of claim 21 , wherein the pad layer comprises at least one of a sound dampening material and an insulative material.24. The support structure of claim 21 , wherein the pad layer comprises at least one of a porous substrate claim 21 , a vapor barrier claim 21 , and a waterproof material.25. The support structure of claim 21 , wherein the pad layer comprises at least one of foil claim 21 , cork claim 21 , rubber claim 21 , plastic claim 21 , concrete claim 21 , wood claim 21 , organic material claim 21 , inorganic material claim 21 , composite material claim 21 , and a compound.26. The support structure of claim 21 , wherein the pad layer is attached to the second side of the base via at least one of adhesive claim 21 , thermal bonding claim 21 , welding claim 21 , and mechanical attachment.27. The support structure of claim 21 , wherein the pad layer comprises adhesive on a side thereof ...

SYSTEM FOR FORMING FLOOR UNDERLAYMENT

A process for making a fibrous panel member and a flooring structure is disclosed. The flooring structure has a subfloor, a surface layer, and an insulative pad disposed between the subfloor and the surface layer. The insulative pad has an MDI binder and reinforcement fibers distributed uniformly and randomly within a first plane. The process includes mixing a porous fiber material with a MDI adhesive. The fiber batt is compressed between a pair of porous belts. Steam and heat are applied to the compressed batt to form a bound flexible batting material. 120-. (canceled)21. A method for producing a textile fiber matt comprising:a) providing textile fibers selected from the group consisting of polyethylene, polyester, polypropylene, and mixtures thereof and binder fibers into a blowline;b) providing a liquid adhesive having a content of less than about 20% by weight of the textile fibers into the blowline to treat the textile fibers;c) pressing the textile fibers to form a flexible textile fiber matt having a compression resistance at a compression of 25% of the original thickness of greater than about 20 psi.22. The method of claim 21 , wherein providing a liquid adhesive having a content of less than about 20% by weight to the blowline comprises providing a liquid polymeric MDI containing adhesive having a diisocyanate into the blowline.23. The method of claim 22 , wherein the polymeric MDI containing adhesive has a diisocyanate content of about 8% by weight or less.24. The method of claim 22 , wherein the polymeric MDI containing adhesive has a diisocyanate content of about 6% by weight or less.25. The method of claim 22 , wherein the liquid polymeric MDI containing adhesive is emulsifiable.26. The method of claim 25 , wherein the emulsifiable polymeric MDI containing adhesive is emulsified.27. The method of claim 21 , wherein the flexible textile fiber matt is water repellent.28. A method for producing a textile fiber matt comprising:a) providing textile fibers ...

COEXTRUDED, CROSSLINKED POLYOLEFIN FOAM WITH KEE CAP LAYERS

The present disclosure is directed to a physically crosslinked, closed cell continuous multilayer foam structure comprising at least one foam polypropylene/polyethylene layer with a KEE cap layer. The multilayer foam structure can be obtained by coextruding a multilayer structure comprising at least one foam layer composition layer with at least one cap layer composition layer, irradiating the coextruded structure with ionizing radiation, and continuously foaming the irradiated structure. 1. A multilayer foam structure comprising:a coextruded foam layer comprising polypropylene, polyethylene, or a combination of polypropylene and polyethylene; and at least 15 wt. % ketone-ethylene-ester (KEE) terpolymer; and', 'polypropylene, polyethylene, or a combination of polypropylene and polyethylene., 'a coextruded cap layer on a side of the foam layer, the cap layer comprising2. The multilayer foam structure of claim 1 , wherein the coextruded foam layer comprises 2-15 wt. % KEE.3. The multilayer foam structure of claim 1 , wherein the coextruded foam layer comprises at least 70 wt. % polypropylene claim 1 , polyethylene claim 1 , or a combination of polypropylene and polyethylene.4. The multilayer foam structure of claim 1 , wherein the foam layer comprises additives in an amount of 1-20 wt. %.5. The multilayer foam structure of claim 1 , wherein the cap layer comprises additives in an amount of 1-8 wt. %.6. The multilayer foam structure of claim 1 , wherein the polypropylene has a melt flow index of 0.1-25 grams per 10 minutes at 230° C.7. The multilayer foam structure of claim 1 , wherein the polyethylene has a melt flow index of 0.1-25 grams per 10 minutes at 190° C.8. The multilayer foam structure of claim 1 , wherein the density of the multilayer foam structure is 20-250 kg/m.9. The multilayer foam structure of claim 1 , wherein the multilayer foam structure has a crosslinking degree of 20-75%.10. The multilayer foam structure of claim 1 , wherein the multilayer foam ...

FLOORING UNDERLAYMENT AND APPARATUS, FLOORING SYSTEM AND FLOOR INSTALLATION METHOD USING THE SAME

A flooring underlayment is disclosed that is particularly useful for the installation and formation of floating floor systems. In on embodiment, the invention can be an integral composite underlayment comprising: a flexible support layer having an upper surface and a lower surface; a pre-applied adhesive layer disposed on the upper surface of the flexible support layer, and a release layer coupled to disposed on the adhesive layer. 1. An underlayment apparatus for a floating floor , the underlayment apparatus comprising:a core tube;an integral composite underlayment wrapped around the core tube, the integral composite underlayment alterable between: (1) a rolled state in which the integral composite underlayment is wrapped around the core tube; and (2) an unrolled state in which the integral composite underlayment lays substantially flat on a support surface; a flexible support layer having an upper surface and a lower surface;', 'a pressure sensitive adhesive layer disposed on the upper surface of the flexible support layer;', 'an insulating layer disposed on the lower surface of the flexible support layer; and', 'a release layer disposed on the pressure sensitive adhesive layer., 'the integral composite underlayment comprising2. The underlayment apparatus according to further comprising:the flexible support layer comprising a first side edge and a second side edge;the insulating layer comprising a first side edge and a second side edge; andthe second side edge of the insulating layer inwardly offset from the second side edge of the flexible support layer, thereby resulting in the lower surface of the flexible support layer comprising an edge region that is free of the insulating layer.34.-. (canceled)5. The underlayment apparatus according to wherein the edge region of the lower surface of the flexible support layer extends along an entire length of the integral composite underlayment claim 2 , and the integral composite underlayment is wrapped around the core ...

Floor underlayment having self-sealing vapor barrier

A flooring material having a textile pad substructure with a density of greater than 10 pounds per cubic foot is provided. The textile pad has reinforcement and binding fibers. The binding fibers are thermoplastic and are used to bind the reinforcement fibers together. The pad is created by heating and compressing a fibrous textile batt so that it has a density of greater than 13 pounds per cubic foot.

Habitation block and method for producing thermal insulation

A habitation block including habitation levels that are arranged on top of each other, wherein at least one of the habitation levels includes adjacent habitation units including an outer shell formed from a cuboid container that includes a placement surface, a cover, up to two lateral walls and up to two face walls, a cuboid interior space which has an edge length of at least 2 m, a walkable base with step soundproofing, a room ceiling, and room walls, wherein the room walls are dry walls with an intermediary space formed between the cover and the up to four lateral walls and between the room ceiling and the room walls, and a monolithic thermal insulation in the intermediary space, wherein the thermal insulation fills the intermediary space completely and is glued together with the room ceiling and with the room walls.

LUXURY VINYL TILE FLOORING SYSTEM

A flooring system may comprise a top floor layer, a subfloor, and/or an underlayment material disposed between the sub-floor and the top floor layer. The top floor layer may include a plurality of luxury vinyl tiles, configured such that respective tile joints may be formed between adjacent luxury vinyl tiles. The underlayment material may comprise a cross-linked, polyolefin foam. The composition of the underlayment material may be such that the tile joints between the adjacent luxury vinyl tiles may bend by less than about 45 degrees over a twelve hour period when 3.1 pounds per square inch (psi) of pressure is applied. The underlayment material may have a compressive creep of less than fifty percent of an original thickness associated with the underlayment material at a load of 3.1 psi and/or a compressive strength of more than 15 psi. 1. A flooring system , comprising:a top floor layer comprising a plurality of luxury vinyl tiles, wherein the top floor layer comprises a tile joint between adjacent tiles of the plurality of luxury vinyl tiles;a sub-floor; andan underlayment material comprising a cross-linked, polyolefin foam disposed between the sub-floor and the top floor layer,wherein the underlayment material comprises a configuration of material that prevents a portion of at least one of the plurality of luxury vinyl tiles at the tile joint from bending, relative to another portion of the top floor layer, when pressure is applied to at least one of the tile joint or the portion of the at least one of the plurality of luxury vinyl tiles at the tile joint.2. The flooring system of claim 1 , wherein the underlayment material has a compressive strength of at least 15 pounds per square inch (psi).3. The flooring system of claim 1 , wherein the underlayment material is configured to prevent the portion of the at least one of the plurality of luxury vinyl tiles at the tile joint from bending by more than a predetermined amount when the pressure is applied to the at ...

FLOORING UNDERLAYMENT WITH DIMPLE ENDCAPS AND RELATED METHODS

An underlayment for installation between a base surface and a flooring material includes (a) a structural membrane formed of a structural material and including a panel and a plurality of dimples projecting from an underside surface of the panel. Each dimple has a dimple tip spaced apart from the underside surface. The underlayment further includes (b) a plurality of discrete dimple endcaps comprising a resilient material. Each endcap is fixed relative to, and covers at least a portion of, the dimple tip of a respective dimple. The endcaps support the dimples above the base surface when the underlayment is installed. 1. An underlayment for installation between a base surface and a flooring material , the underlayment comprising:a) a structural membrane formed of a structural material and including a panel having a panel top surface and a panel underside surface opposite the panel top surface, the structural membrane further including a plurality of dimples projecting from the panel underside surface for supporting the panel above the base surface, each dimple having a dimple tip spaced apart from the panel underside surface and a dimple outer surface extending from the panel underside surface to the dimple tip; andb) a plurality of discrete dimple endcaps comprising a resilient material, each dimple endcap fixed to the dimple outer surface and covering the dimple tip of a respective dimple, the endcaps supporting the dimple tips above the base surface when the underlayment is installed.2. The underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the resilient material comprises an elastomeric material.3. The underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the resilient material comprises a thermoplastic elastomer.4. The underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the panel underside surface is generally free of and unobstructed by the resilient material.5. The underlayment of claim 1 , wherein each endcap has an endcap peripheral edge spaced apart from the panel underside surface.6. The underlayment of claim ...

FLOOR UNDERLAYMENT SLICING MACHINE

A method and equipment for manufacturing floor underlayment is provided. The equipment is configured to produce floor underlayment having a consistent density and thickness. The equipment has a series of rollers configured to pull a formed batt into a moving transverse blade and to cut the underlayment into two portions having random fiber distribution and even thicknesses and densities. 1. A machine for slicing a batt of material into two pieces comprising:a moving saw blade;a table which slidably accepts the batt of material;a pair of pulling rollers disposed on top and bottom surfaces of the material batt, wherein the pulling rollers pull the material batt off of the table and push it against the moving saw blade in a first direction; anda biasing member that biases the moving saw blade toward the material batt in a second direction that is opposite of the first direction, wherein the moving saw blade cuts the material batt into two separate pads having a thickness about half the thickness of the batt.2. The machine according to further comprising a series of guides to ensure the pads do not engage one of the pulling rollers and the moving saw blade claim 1 , after the material batt is sliced.3. The machine according to wherein the pulling rollers are driven by at least one roller claim 1 , rotating in a direction opposite to the direction of the pulling rollers.4. The machine according to further comprising a blade jaw defining a channel claim 1 , wherein the moving saw blade is a band saw blade supported in the channel.5. The machine according to wherein the biasing member is a spring-loaded carbide pusher disposed within the channel and supporting the band saw blade.6. The machine according to wherein the pads are treated after being formed by splitting the material batt.7. The machine according to claim 1 , the table has a tapered nose portion disposed between the pulling rollers.8. A machine for slicing a batt of material into two pieces comprising:a moving ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR POSITIONING HEATING ELEMENTS

An underlayment system is provided that includes a plurality of protrusions that extend from a common base member. The protrusions and base member can include an opening therethrough that allows for subsequent layers of material, such as adhesive, to interact and bond to each other. The protrusions are arranged in such a way to contain a wire, string, or heating element, within a receiving area. The arrangement of the protrusions allow for routing of the wire, string, or heating element in a variety of angles, bends, and other routing layouts. 1. An underlayment adapted to receive and secure at least one heating element of a radiant heating assembly , comprising:a base material defining an area and having a first side and a second side disposed opposite the first side;a plurality of routing hubs disposed on said first side of said base material and adapted to receive a heating element, each of said routing hubs further comprising four protrusions; anda first and second heating element receiving cavity wherein said first heating element receiving cavity is formed by said protrusions and said second heating element receiving cavity being formed by said routing hubs.2. The underlayment of claim 1 , wherein said protrusions have at least one cutout portion.3. The underlayment of claim 2 , wherein said cutout portions are adapted to receive one of at least adhesive claim 2 , epoxy claim 2 , grout claim 2 , cement claim 2 , glue claim 2 , and plastic.4. The underlayment of claim 1 , wherein said protrusions are formed from the base material.5. The underlayment of claim 1 , wherein said routing hubs are arranged in a matrix configuration.6. The underlayment of claim 1 , wherein said first and second heating element receiving cavities further comprise a receiving surface adapted to retain a heating element.7. The underlayment of claim 6 , wherein said receiving surface is one of an arcuate receiving surface and an angular receiving surface.8. The underlayment of claim 1 , ...

UNDERLAY CUSHIONING SHEET AND WATERPROOF STRUCTURE

An underlay cushioning sheet that is arranged on the surface of a foundation and that has a waterproof coating film formed thereon. The underlay cushioning sheet includes a cushioning layer having an overlay surface and a curing acceleration layer having a coating film formation surface on the opposite side from the overlay surface. A waterproof coating film including a polyurethane resin is formed on the coating film formation surface of the curing acceleration layer by applying a one pack-type liquid waterproofing material. The curing acceleration layer includes a reactive material capable of reacting with the liquid waterproofing material. The reactive material either (1) includes a functional group capable of reacting with an isocyanate included in the liquid waterproofing material or (2) reacts with a latent curing agent included in the liquid waterproofing material and generates a functional group capable of reacting with the components of the liquid waterproofing material. 1. An underlay cushioning sheet that is arranged on the surface of a foundation and that has a waterproof coating film formed thereon , whereinthe underlay cushioning sheet is provided with a cushioning layer having an overlay surface overlaid on the foundation and a curing acceleration layer having a coating film formation surface on the opposite side from the overlay surface,the coating film formation surface of the curing acceleration layer is a surface on which a waterproof coating film is formed by applying a one pack-type liquid waterproofing material comprising a polyurethane resin,the curing acceleration layer contains a reactive material that is capable of reacting with the liquid waterproofing material, and [1] A reactive material having a functional group that is capable of reacting with an isocyanate contained in the liquid waterproofing material.', '[2] A reactive material that reacts with a latent curing agent contained in the liquid waterproofing material and generates a ...

Veneer Underlayment

An underlayment for use between a veneer material and a foundation surface includes a base layer and a series of individual supports extending upwardly from the base layer. The supports are configured to create voids in a layer of bonding material used to adhere the veneer material to the underlayment. Each support includes at least one outer wall extending upwardly from the base layer and terminating at an upper lip, a bowl area defined adjacent a center of each of the individual supports, and an internal wall extending downwardly and inwardly from the upper lip toward the center of each of the individual supports to at least partially define the bowl area within each of the individual supports, the internal wall comprising a plurality of surfaces extending from the upper lip. 1. An underlayment for use between a veneer material and a foundation surface , the underlayment comprising:a base layer; at least one outer wall extending upwardly from the base layer and terminating at an upper lip;', 'a bowl area defined adjacent a center of each of the individual supports; and', 'an internal wall extending downwardly and inwardly from the upper lip toward the center of each of the individual supports to at least partially define the bowl area within each of the individual supports, the internal wall comprising a plurality of surfaces extending from the upper lip., 'a series of individual supports extending upwardly from the base layer and being configured to create voids in a layer of bonding material used to adhere the veneer material to the underlayment, each of the individual supports including2. The underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the outer wall extends substantially completely around a perimeter of each of the supports.3. The underlayment of claim 1 , wherein the internal wall slopes from the upper lip toward a center of the bowl area and terminates at a support foot that is supported from an elevation substantially level with the base layer of the underlayment.4. ...

Air Conditioning System and Method Utilizing Micro Energy and Radiation Heating and Cooling Technologies

This invention involves a kind of air conditioning method and system regarding micro-energy temperature radiant heating and cooling, which resolves the unconformable problem caused by air conditioners noises and air from air conditioner. This method uses the water separator equipment of the modular combination to separate the water streams, which comes from cool or hot sources into many micro circulation pipes of heat exchange surface, which are intensively located at indoor floors, walls and ceilings. The water steams, going through these micro circulation pipes after absorbing heat indoor or releasing heating outdoor, passing energy to the above mentioned cool or hot source after passing through water collector. The system consists of a water separator, which connects with many micro circulation pipes of the heat exchange surface, intensively located at indoor floors, walls and ceilings through one multiple joints being connected with multiple parallel main water supply manifolds. The backwater joint of the micro circulation pipes is connected with the water collector through one multiple joint and many parallel main backwater pipes being connected by a multiple joint. The gap between the main water inflow entrance of the water separator and the main water outlet of the water collector is connected with cool or hot circulation water. It can be used together with solar, ground source heat pump, air ground source heat pump, boiler, water heater, central heating, heat cold source equipment and it has good characteristics like no wind feeling, noises, feeling comfortable and saving energy.

Method and apparatus for positioning heating elements

An underlayment system is provided that includes a plurality of protrusions that extend from a common base member. The protrusions and base member can include an opening therethrough that allows for subsequent layers of material, such as adhesive, to interact and bond to each other. The protrusions are arranged in such a way to contain a wire, string, or heating element, within a receiving area. The arrangement of the protrusions allow for routing of the wire, string, or heating element in a variety of angles, bends, and other routing layouts.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR POSITIONING HEATING ELEMENTS

An underlayment system is provided that includes a plurality of bosses that emanate form a common base member. The bosses and bases preferably include an opening therethrough that will allow for subsequent layers of adhesive to interact and bond to each other. The bosses are also spaced in such a way to help secure a wire snugly therebetween. 1. A radiant-heating system , comprising:a single base layer;a first boss disposed on the single base layer, the first boss comprising a first upper surface surrounding a first internal cavity having a curved surface;a second boss disposed on the single base layer and adjacent to the first boss, the second boss comprising a second upper surface surrounding a second internal cavity having a curved surface;wherein an upper portion of the first boss is closer to the second boss than a lower portion of the first boss.2. The radiant-heating system of claim 1 , wherein the upper portion of the first boss comprises a protrusion that extends in a direction parallel to the single base layer.3. The radiant-heating system of claim 1 , wherein the first boss and second boss are spaced so as to receive a heating element therebetween.4. The radiant-heating system of claim 1 , wherein the upper portion of the first boss is flexibly deflectable.5. The radiant-heating system of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first boss and second boss is octagonal.6. The radiant-heating system of claim 1 , wherein the first upper surface is directly bonded to a flooring surface with thin set.7. The radiant-heating system of claim 1 , wherein the single base layer comprises a plurality of holes therein.8. The radiant-heating system of claim 1 , wherein the single base layer claim 1 , the first boss claim 1 , and the second boss are integrally formed claim 1 , and further wherein the single base layer comprises an undersurface attached to an anti-fracture membrane.9. The radiant-heating system of claim 8 , wherein the anti-fracture membrane is physically ...

MOLD-RESISTANT FIELD-ASSEMBLED FLOORING SYSTEMS

Described herein are methods for installing field-assembled flooring systems wherein the underlayment is a hybrid design that includes a combination of structural board and cementitious product. The hybrid design is configured to reduce or eliminate the curing time requirement after pouring the cementitious product (e.g., gypsum concrete). The field-assembled flooring systems can reduce or eliminate the chances of the onset of mold due to high moisture levels by removing the cementitious product from the prone areas and replacing it with structural boards. The structural boards (e.g., cellulose fiberboards) can be installed in non-critical areas such as underneath cabinets, around the perimeter of the floor, under bathtubs, in non-walk-in closets, anywhere sheet rock reaches the floor, or the like. 1. A method for installing a hybrid underlayment of a flooring system , the method comprising:adhering water-resistant isolation boards to a subfloor in a targeted area, the targeted area lying within a first portion of the subfloor adjacent to a wall frame, the water-resistant isolation boards adhered to the subfloor so that there is a gap between individual water-resistant isolation boards and the wall frame of less than or equal to 3/16 inches;adhering water-resistant structural boards to a top side of the water-resistant isolation boards; andpouring cementitious product in a second portion of the subfloor so that the poured cementitious product is level with a top side of the water-resistant structural boards,wherein the water-resistant isolation boards and the water-resistant structural boards provide a pour stop for the cementitious product and reduce the formation of mold by inhibiting water from the cementitious product entering individual water-resistant isolation boards and individual water-resistant structural boards.2. The method of wherein the water-resistant isolation boards comprise boards formed with processing oils added during manufacture to improve ...

Decoupling Sheet

The invention relates to a decoupling sheet that can be disposed between a floor covering and the floor and comprises a multi-layer structure that includes a central core and respective outer layers attached to larger surfaces of the central core, the central core being made of elastic foam material. 112111211223. Decoupling sheet , which can be disposed between a floor covering and a floor , comprising a multi-layer structure that includes a central core () and respective outer layers () attached to larger surfaces (. , .) of the central core () , characterised in that the central core () is made of an elastic foam material , and at least one of the outer layers () comprises an outer sub-layer (.) of geotextile material.2. Decoupling sheet according to claim 1 , wherein the elastic foam material is selected from the group consisting of latex claim 1 , rubber claim 1 , and elastic polymer.3. Decoupling sheet according to claim 1 , wherein the elastic foam material comprises an open cell structure.4. Decoupling sheet according to claim 1 , wherein the elastic foam material comprises a closed cell structure.5221. Decoupling sheet according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the outer layers () comprises at least one sub-layer of waterproofing material (.).621. Decoupling sheet according to claim 5 , wherein the sub-layer of waterproofing material (.) is polyolefin.7222. Decoupling sheet according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the outer layers () comprises at least one sub-layer of reinforcing mesh (.). The present invention is encompassed within the field of materials used in the construction industry.Said invention is a decoupling sheet, which can be disposed between the floor covering and the floor, with a view to avoiding the formation of cracks in the finish of the floor covering due to variations undergone by the floor, which are transmitted to the floor covering.In construction, it is very common to have a floor covering on a floor, for example, pieces ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR POSITIONING HEATING ELEMENTS

An underlayment system is provided that includes a plurality of protrusions that extend from a common base member. The protrusions and base member can include an opening therethrough that allows for subsequent layers of material, such as adhesive, to interact and bond to each other. The protrusions are arranged in such a way to contain a wire, string, or heating element, within a receiving area. The arrangement of the protrusions allow for routing of the wire, string, or heating element in a variety of angles, bends, and other routing layouts. 120-. (canceled)21. A floor underlayment comprising:a base having a bottom side and a top side; and a rounded outer wall;', 'a rounded inner wall opposite the rounded outer wall; and', 'an upper surface connecting the rounded outer wall to the rounded inner wall, the upper surface having a variable width,', 'wherein the rounded inner wall extends from the upper surface to the base, the rounded outer wall extends from the upper surface to the base, and the rounded outer wall slopes underneath the upper surface., 'a plurality of protrusions extending above the top side, each protrusion comprising22. The floor underlayment of claim 21 , wherein the rounded inner wall is sloped.23. The floor underlayment of claim 21 , wherein the rounded outer wall and the rounded inner wall are rounded in a horizontal plane.24. The floor underlayment of claim 21 , wherein the rounded outer wall and the rounded inner wall are rounded in the same direction.25. The floor underlayment of claim 21 , wherein the plurality of protrusions are equally spaced along a first linear direction and a second linear direction perpendicular to the first linear direction to form a matrix of protrusions.26. The floor underlayment of claim 21 , wherein the underlayment is configured to receive claim 21 , adjacent the rounded inner wall and adjacent the rounded outer wall claim 21 , at least one of adhesive claim 21 , epoxy claim 21 , grout claim 21 , cement claim 21 ...

Veneer underlayment

An underlayment for use between a veneer material and a foundation surface. The underlayment includes a base layer and a series of individual supports extending upwardly from the base layer and being configured to create voids in a layer of bonding material used to adhere the veneer material to the underlayment. Each of the individual supports includes at least one outer wall extending upwardly from the base layer, the outer wall extending at least partially around a perimeter of each of the supports. An internal wall is spaced from the outer wall and extends downwardly toward the base layer. A protrusion forms an overhang beneath which a heating element can be fitted. A liner material is bonded to an undersurface of the base layer and extends beneath the internal wall. A space is defined between the at least one outer wall, the internal wall and the liner material.

INSULATING MODULAR PANEL CONFIGURATION

Method and manufacture for implementing an insulating modular panel designed to assist a user with installing a transfer element across an installation surface. The transfer element may be used to provide heating or cooling. The panels may incorporate a plurality of apertures. The modular configuration of the panels provides the user with easy, fast, and efficient installation across a variety of surfaces. 1. An insulating modular panel configuration comprising:i) at least one panel;ii) a top surface on said panel;iii) a bottom surface on said panel for coupling to an installation surface;iv) at least one channel configured to receive a transfer element, said transfer element being used to transfer energy;wherein the at least one panel is installed across an installation surface;wherein the composition of the at least one panel is selected to provide thermal insulation between the installation surface and a top surface of said at least one panel; andwherein the at least one panel is configured for installation on said installation surface as part of a modular system.2. The configuration of wherein the at least one panel is made of a material having a density between 0.5 and 6 lbs. per cubic feet.3. The configuration of wherein the at least one panel is made from a foamed material.4. The configuration of wherein said foamed material is expanded polystyrene foam.5. The configuration of further comprising apertures.6. The configuration of wherein the apertures are filled.7. The configuration of wherein the apertures include tapered walls.8. The configuration of further comprising a plurality of said at least one channel.9. The configuration of wherein said plurality of channels are spaced 3 inches or 6 inches or 9 inches or 12 inches on center.10. The configuration of wherein said bottom surface further comprises at least one protrusion or at least one depression.11. The configuration of wherein the installation surface is a subfloor.12. An insulating modular panel ...

Cover device with continuing cover plates

Abdeckvorrichtung (1) mit sich in Gebrauchsstellung in einer gemeinsamen Ebene und in zumindest einer Reihe fortsetzenden Abdeckplatten (2), die sich in ihrem gegenseitigen randseitigen Berührbereich (3) teilweise überlappen, wobei parallel zueinander verlaufende, an einer jeweiligen Abdeckplatte (2) zueinander beabstandete Ränder (5, 6) für eine gegenseitige regendichte Überlappung unterschiedlich ausgebildet sind und an einem ersten Rand (5) ein die Oberseite (7) der Abdeckplatte (2) fortsetzender Steg (8) sowie unter diesem Steg (8) eine Regenrinne (9) angeordnet sind, deren einer Rand dicht mit der sie aufweisenden Abdeckplatte (2) verbunden und gegenüber dem freien Rand (10) des Steges (8) zurückversetzt ist und deren anderer Rand (11) als freier Rand ausgebildet ist, der in Gebrauchsstellung einen randseitigen Steg (12) der Nachbar-Abdeckplatte (2) mit Abstand untergreift, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass an den in Gebrauchsstellung einander zugewandten und sich berührenden Rändern (5, 6) zweier sich fortsetzender Abdeckplatten mit Abstand unter der Oberseite einander zugewandte Klemmstege (14, 15) vorstehen, die sich in Gebrauchsstellung überlappen und klemmend berühren, dass vor dem Verbinden der wenigstens zwei sich in Gebrauchsstellung fortsetzenden Abdeckplatten (2) der lichte Abstand zwischen dem oberhalb der ersten Regenrinne (9) angeordneten, frei endenden Steg (8) und dem gegenüber der Oberseite tieferliegenden zugehörigen Klemmsteg (14) desselben Randes (5) der Abdeckplatte (2) kleiner als der äußere Abstand zwischen dem in Gebrauchsstellung überlappten oberen Steg (12) und dem zweiten Klemmsteg (15) an dem zweiten Rand (6) der Nachbar-Abdeckplatte (2) ist und dass der erstgenannte, frei endende Steg (8) und der an demselben Rand (5) befindliche Klemmsteg (14) in Gebrauchsstellung die Gegenstege in ihrem Zwischenraum klemmend aufnehmen. Covering device (1) with in use position in a common plane and in at least one row continuing cover plates (2) which ...