US4060222A
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Prefabricated fencing system
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1976-06-22
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Granted: 1977-11-29
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Expires: 1996-06-22
Abstract
Abstract A prefabricatedfence is formed by a plurality of upright poles and a plurality of horizontal rails disposed between the poles. Each pole carries a plurality of bulb-shaped connection members projecting radially therefrom. The poles are positioned by pointed rods inserted axially therethrough and driven into the ground. The rails define cylindrical openings at their ends, and the openings slidably engage the connection members whereby the rails are supported at their ends.
Inventors
- 👤 Sheldon Pitkin
- 👤 Richard Varcadipane
- 👤 Walter H. Poppe
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 05:23
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04H; E04H17/00; E04H17/14; E04H17/1413; E04H17/006; E04H17/1447; E04H17/1452
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 17
Claim 1
Independent Claim
131 words
A plurality of unassembled prefabricated fence components for on site ground assembly which comprises: a plurality of uprightable posts, each having a plurality of connection members projecting radially therefrom in at least two opposite directions, each of said posts having an opening passing axially therethrough for receiving a rod for mounting said post in the ground, a plurality of rails for horizontal disposition between said posts, said rails having end openings axially aligned with said rails dimensioned to engage said connection members, whereby said rails can be supported at their ends by said connection members, and a plurality of rods for axial insertion through each of the axial openings of each of said posts so that said rods project from said posts for mounting and positioning said posts in the ground.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
131 words
A plurality of unassembled prefabricated fence components for on site ground assembly which comprises: a plurality of uprightable posts, each having a plurality of connection members projecting radially therefrom in at least two opposite directions, each of said posts having an opening passing axially therethrough for receiving a rod for mounting said post in the ground, a plurality of rails for horizontal disposition between said posts, said rails having end openings axially aligned with said rails dimensioned to engage said connection members, whereby said rails can be supported at their ends by said connection members, and a plurality of rods for axial insertion through each of the axial openings of each of said posts so that said rods project from said posts for mounting and positioning said posts in the ground.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
50 words
The unassembled fence components of claim 1, wherein the connection members projecting radially from each of said posts comprise bulb-shaped connectors each attached by a shaft-like portion to said post, and wherein the end openings of said rails are cylindrical and dimensioned to surround and slidably engage said bulb-shaped connectors.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
33 words
The unassembled fence components of claim 2, wherein at least one of said rails has a slot at its cylindrical end opening engageable with said shaft-like portion to provide a fence corner connection.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
33 words
The unassembled fence components of claim 2, wherein each of said posts has means at its bottom end for anchoring said post to said ground, and wherein said connection members comprise bulb-shaped connectors.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
35 words
The unassembled fence components of claim 4, wherein each of said rods for mounting said posts is pointed at its inserting end, and wherein said anchoring means at the end of each post comprise spikes.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
23 words
The unassembled fence components of claim 1, wherein each bottom of each post is characterized by a plate havin a concave bottom surface.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
29 words
The unassembled fence components of claim 1, further comprising a plurality of caps for attachment to said posts at the ends opposite the ends from which said rods project.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
31 words
The unassembled fence components of claim 1, wherein said posts and rails are made of plastic and have an exterior surface that is roughly contoured to provide a natural woodlike appeance.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
114 words
A ground assembled prefabricated fence comprising: a plurality of spaced vertically disposed posts having an axial opening passing therethrough, each of said posts including a bottom end having means anchoring said post in the ground, a rod passing axially through each of the axial openings in each of said posts and projecting into the ground to support said posts, a plurality of connection members projecting radially from each of said posts in at least two opposite directions, and a plurality of rails horizontally disposed between said posts, said rails having end openings axially aligned with said rails dimensioned to engage said connection members, whereby said rails are supported between said posts by their ends.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
114 words
A ground assembled prefabricated fence comprising: a plurality of spaced vertically disposed posts having an axial opening passing therethrough, each of said posts including a bottom end having means anchoring said post in the ground, a rod passing axially through each of the axial openings in each of said posts and projecting into the ground to support said posts, a plurality of connection members projecting radially from each of said posts in at least two opposite directions, and a plurality of rails horizontally disposed between said posts, said rails having end openings axially aligned with said rails dimensioned to engage said connection members, whereby said rails are supported between said posts by their ends.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
40 words
The assembled prefabricated fence of claim 9, wherein the connection members projecting radially from each of said posts comprise bulb-shaped connectors, and wherein the end openings of said rails are cylindrical and surround and slidably engage said bulb-shaped connection members.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
50 words
The assembled prefabricated fence of claim 10, wherein said bulb-shaped members have shaft-like portions at points of connection to the posts, wherein at least one of said rails has a slot at its cylindrical end opening, and wherein said slot engages the shaft-like portion to provide a fence corner connection.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
26 words
The assembled prefabricated fence of claim 9, wherein each of the bottom ends of said posts is characterized by a plate having a concave bottom surface.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
26 words
The assembled prefabricated fence of claim 9, wherein the exterior surface of said posts and said rails is roughly contoured to provide a natural wood-like appearance.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
17 words
The assembled prefabricated fence of claim 9, wherein said posts and said rails are made of plastic.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
22 words
The assembled prefabricated fence of claim 9, wherein each said post includes a top end and a cap covering said top end.
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) | 1980-11-28 | 1981-05-30 | 1981-11-29 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-11-28 | 1985-05-30 | 1985-11-29 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-11-28 | 1989-05-30 | 1989-11-29 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |