US3863412A
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Easily dismantled partition structure
Assignee: Domtar Inc
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Filing: 1973-04-23
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Granted: 1975-02-04
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Expires: 1993-04-23
Abstract
Abstract A partition structure incorporating fastener elements of the hook and loop type that permit dismantling of the partition by removing the panels in the direction substantially perpendicular to their faces. Also disclosed is a fastener strip roll to facilitate application of fasteners in the field.
Inventors
- 👤 Alistair K Bodycomb
- 👤 Samuel P Meiel
- 👤 Cameron W Shebry
- 👤 Garth N Thompson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 19:47
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04B; E04B2/00; E04B2/74; E04B2/76; E04B2/78; E04B2/7407; E04B2/7453; E04B2/7457; E04B2002/7461; E04B2002/747; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S52/00; Y10S52/13; Y10T; Y10T24/00; Y10T24/27; Y10T24/2725; Y10T24/33
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
132 words
A partition structure comprising stud means, a plurality of discrete spaced fastening elements secured to said stud means, a substantially rigid wall panel, co-operatIng fastening elements secured to said panel and positioned to co-operate with the fastening elements on said stud means, one of said fastening elements and said co-operating fastening elements being in the form of a plurality of loops the other in the form of a plurality of T-shaped hooks formed from plastic and adapted to hook into said loops thereby to secure said panlel to said stud means, said loops being small and said hooks being substantially rigid and having short stems, said hooks and loops being interposed between said panel and said stud means, and constituting means for inhibiting relative movement between said panel and said stud means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
132 words
A partition structure comprising stud means, a plurality of discrete spaced fastening elements secured to said stud means, a substantially rigid wall panel, co-operatIng fastening elements secured to said panel and positioned to co-operate with the fastening elements on said stud means, one of said fastening elements and said co-operating fastening elements being in the form of a plurality of loops the other in the form of a plurality of T-shaped hooks formed from plastic and adapted to hook into said loops thereby to secure said panlel to said stud means, said loops being small and said hooks being substantially rigid and having short stems, said hooks and loops being interposed between said panel and said stud means, and constituting means for inhibiting relative movement between said panel and said stud means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
30 words
A partition structure as defined in claim 1 further comprising resilient pads interposed between and bearing against said stud means and said panel and positioned between said discrete fastening elements.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
44 words
A partition structure as defined in claim 1 wherein said cooperating elements are secured to a backing strip having substantially more area than said cooperating elements and said backing strip is secured to said panel over substantially the full area of said backing strip.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
24 words
A partition structure as defined in claim 1 wherein said fastening elements are said loops and are secured to said stud means by staples.
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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) | 1978-02-03 | 1978-08-05 | 1979-02-04 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-02-03 | 1982-08-05 | 1983-02-04 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-02-03 | 1986-08-05 | 1987-02-04 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |