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Jamb construction
Assignee: Fruehauf Corp
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Filing: 1973-03-14
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Granted: 1974-07-30
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Expires: 1993-03-14
Abstract
Abstract A jamb construction which can be readily installed around approximately aligned openings in adjacent partitions in spite of variations in the orientation of one opening relative to the other opening and which provides an attractive finished appearance when installed.
Inventors
- 👤 R Schwartz
- 👤 T Banerjea
- 👤 D Stinson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 03:24
CPC Classifications
E; E06; E06B; E06B1/00; E06B1/04; E06B1/52; E06B1/12; E06B1/18; E06B1/20
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
123 words
In a jamb construction for an opening through a partition having two spaced walls, a channel element having a web and two flanges disposed between said walls at said opening with the channel facing inwardly, the web of said channel element having a pair of oppositely facing channel portions disposed outwardly on top of each other, a molding having an outer contoured portion covering one wall about said opening and a flange portion extending into one of said oppositely facing channels, a second molding having a contoured portion engaging the other wall about said opening and a flange portion extending into the other of said oppositely facing channels, and means for securing said moldings in fixed relation to each other and said walls.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
123 words
In a jamb construction for an opening through a partition having two spaced walls, a channel element having a web and two flanges disposed between said walls at said opening with the channel facing inwardly, the web of said channel element having a pair of oppositely facing channel portions disposed outwardly on top of each other, a molding having an outer contoured portion covering one wall about said opening and a flange portion extending into one of said oppositely facing channels, a second molding having a contoured portion engaging the other wall about said opening and a flange portion extending into the other of said oppositely facing channels, and means for securing said moldings in fixed relation to each other and said walls.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
30 words
In a jamb construction as recited in claim 1, wherein the oppositely facing channels along with the supporting portion therefor forms a stop for the closure element between said webs.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
82 words
In a jamb construction as recited in claim 1, wherein a second pair of walls are disposed adjacent and parallel to said first set of walls and having said channel element disposed between one pair of walls, a second channel element disposed between said second pair of walls and facing thereinto, said second molding having its flange extended so as to pass over the two inner adjacent walls into the other oppositely facing channel in the web of said first channel element.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
55 words
In a jamb construction as recited in claim 3, wherein tabs extend outwardly from said second channel element into engagement with the inner surface of the extended flange of said second molding, and an adhesive on said inner face of said extended flange which is engaged by the tabs and adherred thereto in fixed relation.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
38 words
In a jamb construction as recited in claim 1, wherein said receiving means is an adhesive applied to the inner face of the contoured portion of the moldings for engagement with the outer surfaces of the outermost walls.
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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) | 1977-07-29 | 1978-01-28 | 1978-07-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-07-29 | 1982-01-28 | 1982-07-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-07-29 | 1986-01-28 | 1986-07-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |