US3674082A
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Storm door glazing bead
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1969-02-17
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Granted: 1972-07-04
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Expires: 1989-02-17
Abstract
Abstract A panel and frame assembly and method for producing same in which the frame is provided with a longitudinally extending channel facing the area to be paneled. The panel is secured by a strip extending longitudinally of the frame and engaging the channel in snap-fitting relationship. In securing solid panels in the frame, the strip is secured in the channel by a cam-lock and has double spring action in which a portion of the strip acts in compression, while another portion acts in tension. In securing fabric panels into the frame, the spring and cam action is the same. Additionally, the portion of the strip which acts as the cam-lock engages a fabric.
Inventors
- 👤 Frank M Letarte
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 06:54
CPC Classifications
E; E06; E06B; E06B3/00; E06B3/54; E06B3/58; E06B3/5807; E06B3/5821
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
155 words
In combination, a frame enclosing an area to be panelled, a panel, and a strip for securing said panel to said frame, said frame having a channel defined by a first surface portion facing the area to be panelled, a lip portion projecting from one edge of said first surface portion toward the area to be panelled and a second surface portion projecting at an acute angle from the other edge of said first surface portion, said channel receiving a portion of said strip, said received portion of said strip cooperating with said portions of said channel to define compression cam-lock means, said strip including a resilient portion of V-shaped cross-section defining compression spring means, and another resilient portion of V-shaped cross-section defining tension spring means, wherein said tension spring means engages said panel and compresses said compression spring means and said compression spring means urges said cam-lock means into locking condition in said frame.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
155 words
In combination, a frame enclosing an area to be panelled, a panel, and a strip for securing said panel to said frame, said frame having a channel defined by a first surface portion facing the area to be panelled, a lip portion projecting from one edge of said first surface portion toward the area to be panelled and a second surface portion projecting at an acute angle from the other edge of said first surface portion, said channel receiving a portion of said strip, said received portion of said strip cooperating with said portions of said channel to define compression cam-lock means, said strip including a resilient portion of V-shaped cross-section defining compression spring means, and another resilient portion of V-shaped cross-section defining tension spring means, wherein said tension spring means engages said panel and compresses said compression spring means and said compression spring means urges said cam-lock means into locking condition in said frame.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
13 words
The combination according to claim 1, wherein said panel comprises a solid panel.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
56 words
The combination according to claim 1, wherein said panel comprises a fabric panel, and wherein said channel includes a slot in said first surface thereof, said slot extending longitudinally of said frame and having a transverse dimension extending away from the area to be panelled, the terminal edges of said fabric panel extending into said slot.
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) | 1975-07-04 | 1976-01-03 | 1976-07-04 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-07-04 | 1980-01-03 | 1980-07-04 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-07-04 | 1984-01-03 | 1984-07-04 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |