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US4233356A
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Material for waterproofing bridge decks and the like
Assignee: Triram Corp
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Filing: 1979-03-08
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Granted: 1980-11-11
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Expires: 1999-03-08
Abstract
Abstract Concrete bridge decks are waterproofed by first applying a primer over sound, dry and clean concrete which forms the bridge deck. A laminated membrane is then installed over the primed concrete surface, the membrane being comprised of reinforced cured and uncured elastomers. The membrane is then heated to the point where the uncured elastomer flows and rolled prior to cooling. A tack coat is then applied over the membrane and a wearing surface, such as asphalt, or the like, applied. The membrane employed is comprised of an upper stratum of a cured elastomer, a reinforcing fabric such as woven fiberglass in the center thereof and a lower stratum of a soft, uncured, form stable elastomer adapted to flow on the application of heat.
Inventors
- 👤 Melvin J. Jacobs
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 02:28
CPC Classifications
B; B32; B32B; B32B25/00; B32B25/10; E; E01; E01D; E01D19/00; E01D19/08; E01D19/083; B32B3/00; B32B3/26; B32B3/266; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T428/00; Y10T428/31504; Y10T428/31826; Y10T442/00; Y10T442/10; Y10T442/102; Y10T442/162
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
78 words
A membrane for use in waterproofing bridge decks or the like, comprising (a) a first ply of a cured flexible elastomer, defining one side of said membrane, (b) a second ply of an uncured flexible elastomer, defining the opposite side of said membrane, and (c) a third ply of flexible fabric of open mesh weave laminated between said first and second plies, (d) said second ply being a soft, uncured, form stable elastomer adapted to flow when heated.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
78 words
A membrane for use in waterproofing bridge decks or the like, comprising (a) a first ply of a cured flexible elastomer, defining one side of said membrane, (b) a second ply of an uncured flexible elastomer, defining the opposite side of said membrane, and (c) a third ply of flexible fabric of open mesh weave laminated between said first and second plies, (d) said second ply being a soft, uncured, form stable elastomer adapted to flow when heated.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
15 words
A membrane, according to claim 1, wherein said first ply is a neoprene based rubber.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
15 words
A membrane, according to claim 1, wherein said second ply is a butyl based rubber.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
40 words
A membrane, according to claim 3, wherein said second ply is selected from a group consisting of low unsaturated polyisobutylene, isoprene copolymer and polyisobutylene, each of said group being combined with carbon black, reinforcing and extending fillers, and processing oils.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
24 words
A membrane, according to claim 1, wherein said third ply is selected from a group consisting of polyethylene, polypropylene, polyamide, polyester, fiberglass and cotton.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
17 words
A membrane, according to claim 3, wherein said second ply is substantially thicker than said first ply.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
23 words
A membrane, according to claim 1, wherein said second ply is of a material adapted to flow when heated to approximately 175° F.
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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) | 1983-11-11 | 1984-05-12 | 1984-11-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-11-11 | 1988-05-12 | 1988-11-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-11-11 | 1992-05-12 | 1992-11-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |