US3579939A
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Frame structure for glass or solid panel walls
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1969-10-17
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Granted: 1971-05-25
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Expires: 1989-10-17
Abstract
Abstract A frame structure for glass or solid wall panels providing for the arrangement of the glass or other type panels in a common plane an in such manner as to prevent lateral movement thereof due to vibrations caused by traffic movement, wind pressures, and other factors, minimizing the framing profile and the number of parts comprising the structure by providing a single frame element and panel retention means of unique design for fabricating all parts of a frame structure.
Inventors
- 👤 Ellis V Eichman
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-22 21:09
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04B; E04B2/00; E04B2/88; E04B2/96; E06; E06B; E06B3/00; E06B3/54; E06B3/58; E06B3/5807; E06B3/5821; E06B7/00; E06B7/14
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
225 words
In a frame structure for glass or architectural wall panels, a unitary combination comprising an extrusion of indeterminate length and a resilient retention element for said panels, the said extrusion having a transverse sectional configuration defined by a facing portion in one plane having a web formed coextensively with and perpendicular to one surface thereof between its longitudinal edges, forming first and second opposing right-angular flanges on each side of said web, a right-angular body portion formed coextensively with said web near its inner edge parallel to and spaced from said first flange defining a first channel for receiving a marginal edge of a panel, said first flange and said body portion each having a longitudinal groove in said first channel, a second web formed with and extending from said body portion beyond the inner margin of said first web, in a plane spaced from and parallel thereto, and terminating in a right-angular wall opposing said body portion defining a second channel opposing said first channel, the said body portion and said right-angular wall having longitudinal grooves internally thereof, and a resilient retention element having means thereon for engaging the grooves in said second channel, and in opposing relation to the said second flange, the said retention element and said second flange together defining a third channel for receiving the marginal edge of a panel.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
225 words
In a frame structure for glass or architectural wall panels, a unitary combination comprising an extrusion of indeterminate length and a resilient retention element for said panels, the said extrusion having a transverse sectional configuration defined by a facing portion in one plane having a web formed coextensively with and perpendicular to one surface thereof between its longitudinal edges, forming first and second opposing right-angular flanges on each side of said web, a right-angular body portion formed coextensively with said web near its inner edge parallel to and spaced from said first flange defining a first channel for receiving a marginal edge of a panel, said first flange and said body portion each having a longitudinal groove in said first channel, a second web formed with and extending from said body portion beyond the inner margin of said first web, in a plane spaced from and parallel thereto, and terminating in a right-angular wall opposing said body portion defining a second channel opposing said first channel, the said body portion and said right-angular wall having longitudinal grooves internally thereof, and a resilient retention element having means thereon for engaging the grooves in said second channel, and in opposing relation to the said second flange, the said retention element and said second flange together defining a third channel for receiving the marginal edge of a panel.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
42 words
In a frame structure as described in claim 1, the said resilient retention element having an angular C-shaped form in transverse section, and having a flange formed with each wall of its open side engageable with the grooves in said second channel.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
24 words
The frame structure described in claim 1, the said second flange having a longitudinal groove formed in its inner face for a sealing strip.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
45 words
In a frame structure as described in claim 3, the said resilient retention element having ribs formed along one of its walls defining a groove for a sealing strip opposing the groove in said second flange when said element is applied to said second channel.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
98 words
The structure of claim 1, the said second web having a bore formed longitudinally thereof intermediate its marginal edges defined by a pair of ribs, each having arcuate inner faces and having its upper edge turned inwardly, the said bore being substantially semicircular in transverse section, and having a boss formed longitudinally thereof and spaced equidistantly from the inwardly turned upper edges of said ribs, the said bore providing a receptacle for a self-threading screw, the said upper edges of said ribs and said longitudinal boss together forming a plurality of contacts for the threads of a screw.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
115 words
A framing element for glass and architectural wall panels, a metal extrusion of indeterminate length characterized by a cross-sectional configuration defining first and second opposingly arranged channels, each having an internal groove formed along each wall thereof, the grooves in said first channel being dovetailed shaped for receiving sealing strips for engaging the surfaces of a panel in place therein, a flange formed in planar alignment with the outer wall of said first channel and opposing said outer wall thereof, and having a dovetailed-shaped groove formed along its inner surface for a sealing strip, the said grooves in said second channel providing means for attaching a resilient retention element for a panel opposing said flange.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
115 words
A framing element for glass and architectural wall panels, a metal extrusion of indeterminate length characterized by a cross-sectional configuration defining first and second opposingly arranged channels, each having an internal groove formed along each wall thereof, the grooves in said first channel being dovetailed shaped for receiving sealing strips for engaging the surfaces of a panel in place therein, a flange formed in planar alignment with the outer wall of said first channel and opposing said outer wall thereof, and having a dovetailed-shaped groove formed along its inner surface for a sealing strip, the said grooves in said second channel providing means for attaching a resilient retention element for a panel opposing said flange.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
59 words
The structure of claim 6, the second channel having a pair of spaced ribs formed longitudinally thereof intermediate its opposing walls defining a substantially circular bore for receiving a self-threading screw in one of its ends, the said bore having a plurality of equidistantly spaced bosses formed internally and longitudinally thereof which together define thread contacts for said screw.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
37 words
The structure of claim 7, the said ribs being yieldable and having arcuate inner faces forming the inner wall of said bore whereby the latter is expandable under the tension imparted thereto by a screw driven thereinto.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-05-24 | 1974-11-23 | 1975-05-25 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-05-24 | 1978-11-23 | 1979-05-25 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-05-24 | 1982-11-23 | 1983-05-25 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |