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US3590543A
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Clip assemblies for use with canopies and wall paneling constructions
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1968-02-01
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Granted: 1971-07-06
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Expires: 1988-02-01
Abstract
Abstract Clip assemblies of varying configuration enabling decorative and functional fixtures to be attached to the interlocking flanges of adjacent panel elements characterized by varying techniques for permitting the clip assemblies to press outwardly against the locking flanges thus securing the clip assemblies within the locking flanges while resisting any tendency to slide or otherwise become unfastened.
Inventors
- 👤 William C Heirich
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 22:09
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04F; E04F13/00; E04F13/07; E04F13/08; E04F13/0801; E04F13/0803; E04F13/081; E04F13/0814; E04D; E04D3/00; E04D3/36; E04D3/361; E04D3/362; E04F13/0832; E04F13/0833; E04F13/0841; E04F13/0842
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
229 words
A paneling assembly, comprising: A. a plurality of flexible panel elements having side portions adjacent each other, said adjacent side portions of adjacent panels defining first and second locking flanges permitting said panels to be assembled as a wall, said first locking flange of one of said adjacent side portions overlying said second locking flange of the other of said adjacent side portions, said first locking flange having inwardly converging side portions defining an opening while said second locking flange has an inwardlY converging side portion complimentary in configuration to and abutting the closest of said inwardly converging side portions of said first locking flange, said second locking flange terminating in an end portion exceeding the expanse of said opening for engagement within and between said inwardly converging side portions of said first locking flange, said inwardly converging side portion of said second locking flange and the inwardly converging side portion of said first locking flange oppositely disposed constituting supporting surfaces, said locking flanges preventing said panels from unlocking by reverse action; B. a clip assembly secured to said locking flanges, said clip assembly including arms abutting said supporting surfaces of said first and second locking flanges, said clip assembly further including means regulatively forcing said arms outwardly against said supporting surfaces of said locking flanges; C. a fixture; and D. means securing said fixture to said clip assembly.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
229 words
A paneling assembly, comprising: A. a plurality of flexible panel elements having side portions adjacent each other, said adjacent side portions of adjacent panels defining first and second locking flanges permitting said panels to be assembled as a wall, said first locking flange of one of said adjacent side portions overlying said second locking flange of the other of said adjacent side portions, said first locking flange having inwardly converging side portions defining an opening while said second locking flange has an inwardlY converging side portion complimentary in configuration to and abutting the closest of said inwardly converging side portions of said first locking flange, said second locking flange terminating in an end portion exceeding the expanse of said opening for engagement within and between said inwardly converging side portions of said first locking flange, said inwardly converging side portion of said second locking flange and the inwardly converging side portion of said first locking flange oppositely disposed constituting supporting surfaces, said locking flanges preventing said panels from unlocking by reverse action; B. a clip assembly secured to said locking flanges, said clip assembly including arms abutting said supporting surfaces of said first and second locking flanges, said clip assembly further including means regulatively forcing said arms outwardly against said supporting surfaces of said locking flanges; C. a fixture; and D. means securing said fixture to said clip assembly.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
A paneling assembly as in claim 1, including means withdrawing said arms inwardly from said supporting surfaces permitting said clip assembly to be relocated, as desired.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
59 words
A paneling assembly as in claim 1, said means regulatively forcing said arms outwardly against said inner supporting surfaces of said locking flanges forming an integral part of said clip assembly, one of said flanges terminating in a generally U-shaped portion within which the other of said flanges is snapped in place resulting in said arms being pressed outwardly.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
54 words
A paneling assembly as in claim 1, wherein said means for regulatively forcing said arms against said supporting surfaces includes an element for compressing first portions of said arms in one direction so as to move those portions of said arms in contact with said supporting surfaces in the opposite direction by rolling action.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
41 words
A paneling assembly as in claim 1, wherein said means for regulatively forcing said arms against said supporting surfaces includes a resilient intermediate portion connecting said arms capable of being compressed after which said arms are released outwardly by spring action.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
27 words
A paneling assembly as in claim 1, wherein said means for regulatively forcing said arms against said supporting surfaces includes a cam element located between said arms.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
19 words
A paneling assembly as in claim 1, wherein said means for regulatively forcing said arms moves said arms outwardly.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
35 words
A paneling assembly as in claim 1, wherein said means for regulatively forcing said arms against said supporting surfaces includes a bolt for wedging insertion between selected portions of said arms, said portions being tapered.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-07-05 | 1975-01-04 | 1975-07-06 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-07-05 | 1979-01-04 | 1979-07-06 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-07-05 | 1983-01-04 | 1983-07-06 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |