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Sections for picture frames
Assignee: Frame Investments Ltd
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Filing: 1979-04-10
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Granted: 1981-04-14
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Expires: 1999-04-10
Abstract
Abstract Sections for making picture frames are described. Each section consists of a web with first and second flanges extending from the web on the same side thereof. The second flange has a lip extending away from the first flange. The sections may be made of plastics, preferably transparent or translucent, by extrusion.
Inventors
- 👤 Paolo Mariotti
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 23:39
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47G; A47G1/00; A47G1/06; A47G1/0605
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
90 words
A picture frame formed of sections each section including a channel portion formed of a web, a first flange and a second flange extending on the same side of the web and adapted to receive a picture between the flanges, a lip portion extending from the second flange in a direction away from the first flange, a resilient flap attached to the second flange and projecting at an acute angle to said second flange and directed towards the web, and means for holding the sections together to form a frame.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
90 words
A picture frame formed of sections each section including a channel portion formed of a web, a first flange and a second flange extending on the same side of the web and adapted to receive a picture between the flanges, a lip portion extending from the second flange in a direction away from the first flange, a resilient flap attached to the second flange and projecting at an acute angle to said second flange and directed towards the web, and means for holding the sections together to form a frame.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
52 words
The picture frame of claim 1 wherein the holding means consists of a slot in each lip portion adjacent each end of each section, and a wire clip engaged in the slots of two adjacent sections and serving to hold the respective ends of the sections in face to face abutting relationship.
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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) | 1984-04-13 | 1984-10-13 | 1985-04-14 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-04-13 | 1988-10-13 | 1989-04-14 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-04-13 | 1992-10-13 | 1993-04-14 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |