US3720326A
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Process and installation for constructing buildings particularly dwellings
Assignee: Technab SARL
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Filing: 1970-07-06
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Granted: 1973-03-13
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Expires: 1990-07-06
Abstract
Abstract This invention relates to a process and installation for constructing dwellings, in which a framework is made of rails, the outer walls and partitions being brought on to the site in a lorry or container, connecting parts being fitted between the framework and the lorry or container, the partitions and walls being slid between them and fixed permanently on the spot, allowing very advanced factory finishing of walls and partitions.
Inventors
- 👤 H Payraudeau
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 05:53
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04B; E04B1/00; E04B1/35; E04B2001/3572; E04B2001/3588
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 16
Claim 1
Independent Claim
103 words
In the construction of a building having a framework including vertical elements, roof elements, and finished wall panels, apparatus used in constructing the building comprising, in combination: horizontal connecting parts forming rails, which within the constructed building form part of the framework and intereconnect the vertical elements and roof elements, means for storing external of said building at least one wall panel, said wall panel having rollers affixed thereto which are capable of sliding along the rails, and means for conveying the wall panel in an upright position from the means for storing to the rails for use in construction of the building.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
103 words
In the construction of a building having a framework including vertical elements, roof elements, and finished wall panels, apparatus used in constructing the building comprising, in combination: horizontal connecting parts forming rails, which within the constructed building form part of the framework and intereconnect the vertical elements and roof elements, means for storing external of said building at least one wall panel, said wall panel having rollers affixed thereto which are capable of sliding along the rails, and means for conveying the wall panel in an upright position from the means for storing to the rails for use in construction of the building.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
103 words
In the construction of a building having a framework including vertical elements, roof elements, and finished wall panels, apparatus used in constructing the building comprising, in combination: horizontal connecting parts forming rails, which within the constructed building form part of the framework and intereconnect the vertical elements and roof elements, means for storing external of said building at least one wall panel, said wall panel having rollers affixed thereto which are capable of sliding along the rails, and means for conveying the wall panel in an upright position from the means for storing to the rails for use in construction of the building.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
103 words
In the construction of a building having a framework including vertical elements, roof elements, and finished wall panels, apparatus used in constructing the building comprising, in combination: horizontal connecting parts forming rails, which within the constructed building form part of the framework and intereconnect the vertical elements and roof elements, means for storing external of said building at least one wall panel, said wall panel having rollers affixed thereto which are capable of sliding along the rails, and means for conveying the wall panel in an upright position from the means for storing to the rails for use in construction of the building.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
46 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said means for conveying comprises at least one guiding element disposed between the means for storing and the framework, and a traveler means including means for receiving the panel and means for coupling with the rails positioned in the framework.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
35 words
The apparatus of claim 2 wherein said guiding element comprises two spaced posts and a rope strung between the posts, and said means for receiving the panel comprises a runner for sliding along the rope.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
29 words
The apparatus of claim 3 comprising cables interlinking said runner and traveler means, wherein said cables are adjustable in length to vary the vertical position of said wall panel.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
14 words
The apparatus of claim 4 wherein said rope is horizontally held above the framework.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
41 words
The apparatus of claim 2 wherein the guiding element comprises a straight rail and two portions of curved rails fitted with the straight rail wherein said curved rails may be connected to the rails mounted in the framework of the building.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
45 words
The apparatus of claim 6 wherein said curved rails are connected to horizontal rails disposed in parallel within the framework, said wall panel having rollers at each end for mating with respective curved rails thereby forming an inner partition of the building when in place.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
44 words
The apparatus of claim 2 wherein the guiding element comprises at least one rail and the traveler means includes a jib capable of moving along said rail, said jib carrying the means for receiving the panel to be put in position in the framework.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
20 words
The apparatus of claim 2 wherein said guiding element comprises runners supporting the panel and disposed along the base thereof.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
36 words
The apparatus of claim 2 wherein the framework has a slab base and the guiding element comprises rails in which the panel slides, at least one end of one said rail being sunk into said slab.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
23 words
The apparatus of claim 1 comprising tripods forming the junction points of the intermediary rails linking the means for storing and the framework.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
21 words
The apparatus of claim 11 wherein each said tripod comprises a casing into which the ends of the guide rails fit.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
34 words
The apparatus of claim 12 wherein each casing comprises two profiles joined together, the shape of these profiles defining a sliding groove fitting on the perpendicular projection formed below the platform of the tripod.
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) | 1976-03-12 | 1976-09-11 | 1977-03-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-03-12 | 1980-09-11 | 1981-03-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-03-12 | 1984-09-11 | 1985-03-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |