US3675385A
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Method of constructing parking garage structures
Assignee: Metallic Building Co
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Filing: 1970-02-16
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Granted: 1972-07-11
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Expires: 1990-02-16
Abstract
Abstract The structure includes a plurality of horizontal primary beams, a series of joists supported between the primary beams, and a metal deck formed by laying deck formed of beams or members across the joists in a side-by-side manner. Releasable clamping and fastening devices are used for fastening the joists to the primary beams and the deck to the joists. The joints between the deck members are waterproofed with a sealant material and a chemical-repellent waterproof friction coating is bonded to the upper surface of the metal deck. The invention also contemplates a metal deck arrangement which can be employed in a conventional concrete garage construction.
Inventors
- 👤 Charles S Chan
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 20:46
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04B; E04B5/00; E04B5/02; E04B5/10
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
176 words
A method of constructing a parking garage structure comprising: a. erecting a metal support frame including a plurality of horizontal primary beams spaced apart from one another in a side-by-side manner; b. supporting series of joists between the primary beams by resting the ends of the joists on the tops of the primary beams; c. welding upwardly extending threaded studs to the primary beams alongside of the joist ends; d. mounting clamping members on the threaded studs for engaging the joist ends and clamping same to the primary beams; e. forming a metal deck by laying a series of structural shapes across the joists in a side-by-side manner; f. cleaning the upper surfaces of the deck-forming structural shapes; g. caulking the joints between the deck-forming structural shapes; h. waterproofing the joints between the ends of adjacent deckforming structural shapes; and i. coating the upper surface of the metal deck and over the caulking and waterproofing with a resilient plastic material including a hard granular material whereby the deck coating provides a friction type vehicle bearing surface.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
176 words
A method of constructing a parking garage structure comprising: a. erecting a metal support frame including a plurality of horizontal primary beams spaced apart from one another in a side-by-side manner; b. supporting series of joists between the primary beams by resting the ends of the joists on the tops of the primary beams; c. welding upwardly extending threaded studs to the primary beams alongside of the joist ends; d. mounting clamping members on the threaded studs for engaging the joist ends and clamping same to the primary beams; e. forming a metal deck by laying a series of structural shapes across the joists in a side-by-side manner; f. cleaning the upper surfaces of the deck-forming structural shapes; g. caulking the joints between the deck-forming structural shapes; h. waterproofing the joints between the ends of adjacent deckforming structural shapes; and i. coating the upper surface of the metal deck and over the caulking and waterproofing with a resilient plastic material including a hard granular material whereby the deck coating provides a friction type vehicle bearing surface.
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) | 1975-07-11 | 1976-01-10 | 1976-07-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-07-11 | 1980-01-10 | 1980-07-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-07-11 | 1984-01-10 | 1984-07-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |