US4044813A
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Attachment means for screen or storm window
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1976-06-10
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Granted: 1977-08-30
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Expires: 1996-06-10
Abstract
Abstract A screen or storm window attachment system comprising a snap-type attachment means mounted so as to allow for dimensional changes in the casing on which it is detachably mounted. The snap-type attachment means is mounted flexibly near the perimeter of the screen or storm window, and includes means to accurately position the mating snap portion to be mounted on the window casement. This system may be used on the inside or outside of existing window casings.
Inventors
- 👤 Oren L. Emmons
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 06:57
CPC Classifications
E; E06; E06B; E06B9/00; E06B9/52; E06B3/00; E06B3/04; E06B3/28; E06B2009/527
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
94 words
In a screen or storm window device that is removably mountable on first attachment means on a window casing or the like, the improvement wherein the periphery of the device is provided with a plurality of apertures therethrough disposed in spaced relation, a flexible and resilient grommet is mounted within each of said apertures, and second attachment means is secured to each grommet and is releasably engageable with said first attachment means, said grommets serving to enable movement of said second attachment means to insure proper mating of said first and second attachment means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
94 words
In a screen or storm window device that is removably mountable on first attachment means on a window casing or the like, the improvement wherein the periphery of the device is provided with a plurality of apertures therethrough disposed in spaced relation, a flexible and resilient grommet is mounted within each of said apertures, and second attachment means is secured to each grommet and is releasably engageable with said first attachment means, said grommets serving to enable movement of said second attachment means to insure proper mating of said first and second attachment means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
16 words
The device of claim 1 wherein said first and second attachment means are snap fastener means.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
21 words
The device of claim 1 wherein said second attachment means is secured to each grommet substantially at the center portion thereof.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
48 words
The device of claim 1 wherein each of said second attachment means is provided with an opening therethrough substantially at the center portion thereof, said opening serving to facilitate the positioning of the first attachment means on the window casing prior to the mounting of the device thereon.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
28 words
The device of claim 1 wherein weatherproofing means is mounted on the peripheral surface of said device that is adapted to be disposed adjacent to the window casing.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
13 words
The device of claim 5 wherein said weatherproofing means is a flexible strip.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
12 words
The device of claim 1 wherein said device is a clear sheet.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
13 words
The device of claim 7 wherein said sheet is formed of plastic material.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
14 words
The device of claim 8 wherein said sheet is formed of an acrylic material.
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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) | 1980-08-29 | 1981-02-28 | 1981-08-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-08-29 | 1985-02-28 | 1985-08-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-08-29 | 1989-02-28 | 1989-08-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |