US4374536A
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Energy saving window screen guide device
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1980-09-05
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Granted: 1983-02-22
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Expires: 2000-09-05
Abstract
Abstract The screen or shade for the window is of flexible material so that when in open position it can be pleated. Opposite sides of the screen have tapes sewed on near the edges and male snap fasteners are spaced from each other on the tapes. These fasteners snap into holes in plastic glides which travel along plastic tracks. Either converted by screws or integral with the tracks are angle sealing strips, one flange being on the outside and arranged to prevent air movement from the inside of the screen to the outside, or vice versa, when the screen is closed. Either attached by screws to the track and sealing strip assembly or integral therewith is a mounting rail which is attached by screws to the building or support. A slanting roof is shown having several windows equipped with independently glided screens.
Inventors
- 👤 Sharon L. Becker
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 17:34
CPC Classifications
E; E06; E06B; E06B9/00; E06B9/52; E06B9/521
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
229 words
In a window opening having frame members defining the opening and containing the marginal edges of a transparent panel and a flexible screen for covering and uncovering the panel, the improvement comprising: longitudinally extending track means mounted to extend in parallel spaced relation along at least two parallel spaced apart members of the window opening, said track means having longitudinally extending grooves; guide means being received by the grooves of said track means enabling said guide means to slide along the longitudinal axis of said track means; longitudinally extending seal means mounted to extend substantially the entire length of said track means, said seal means including a substantially continuous sealing strip positioned on the outer side of said track grooves and said guide means, said sealing strip having an outer marginal edge and an inner marginal edge, the inner marginal edge secured to said track means and the outer marginal edge terminating in spaced parallel relation to said track means; and means connecting at least two longitudinally spaced apart edge portions of the screen to respective guide means, said connecting means being spaced inwardly from the associated marginal edge of the screen for effectively causing the associated marginal edge of the screen to extend outwardly past said associated track means and abut against the outer marginal edge of said sealing strip to militate against the flow of air therethrough.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
229 words
In a window opening having frame members defining the opening and containing the marginal edges of a transparent panel and a flexible screen for covering and uncovering the panel, the improvement comprising: longitudinally extending track means mounted to extend in parallel spaced relation along at least two parallel spaced apart members of the window opening, said track means having longitudinally extending grooves; guide means being received by the grooves of said track means enabling said guide means to slide along the longitudinal axis of said track means; longitudinally extending seal means mounted to extend substantially the entire length of said track means, said seal means including a substantially continuous sealing strip positioned on the outer side of said track grooves and said guide means, said sealing strip having an outer marginal edge and an inner marginal edge, the inner marginal edge secured to said track means and the outer marginal edge terminating in spaced parallel relation to said track means; and means connecting at least two longitudinally spaced apart edge portions of the screen to respective guide means, said connecting means being spaced inwardly from the associated marginal edge of the screen for effectively causing the associated marginal edge of the screen to extend outwardly past said associated track means and abut against the outer marginal edge of said sealing strip to militate against the flow of air therethrough.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
48 words
The invention defined in claim 1 in which said sealing strip consists of an angle member, one flange of which is connected to said track means and the other flange of which is disposed on the outer side of said track means for preventing lateral air flow therethrough.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
17 words
The invention defined in claim 2 wherein said track means and seal means are of unitary construction.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
238 words
In a window opening having frame members defining the opening and containing the marginal edges of a transparent panel and a flexible screen for covering and uncovering the panel, the improvement comprising: longitudinally extending track means mounted to extend in parallel spaced relation along at least two parallel spaced apart members of the window opening, said track means having longitudinally extending grooves; guide means being received by the grooves of said track means enabling said guide means to slide along the longitudinal axis of said track means; longitudinally extending seal means mounted to extend substantially the entire length of said track means, said seal means including a substantially continuous sealing strip having an outer marginal edge and an inner marginal edge, the inner marginal edge secured to said track means and the outer marginal edge terminating in spaced parallel relation to said track means, said sealing strip consisting of an angle member, one flange of which is connected to said track means and the other flange of which is disposed at one side of said track means; a mounting rail engaging one flange of said sealing strip and connected thereto; and means connecting at least two spaced apart marginal edges of the screen to respective guide means, said connecting means effectively causing the associated marginal edge of the screen to abut against the outer marginal edge of said sealing strip to militate against the flow of air therethrough.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
238 words
In a window opening having frame members defining the opening and containing the marginal edges of a transparent panel and a flexible screen for covering and uncovering the panel, the improvement comprising: longitudinally extending track means mounted to extend in parallel spaced relation along at least two parallel spaced apart members of the window opening, said track means having longitudinally extending grooves; guide means being received by the grooves of said track means enabling said guide means to slide along the longitudinal axis of said track means; longitudinally extending seal means mounted to extend substantially the entire length of said track means, said seal means including a substantially continuous sealing strip having an outer marginal edge and an inner marginal edge, the inner marginal edge secured to said track means and the outer marginal edge terminating in spaced parallel relation to said track means, said sealing strip consisting of an angle member, one flange of which is connected to said track means and the other flange of which is disposed at one side of said track means; a mounting rail engaging one flange of said sealing strip and connected thereto; and means connecting at least two spaced apart marginal edges of the screen to respective guide means, said connecting means effectively causing the associated marginal edge of the screen to abut against the outer marginal edge of said sealing strip to militate against the flow of air therethrough.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
16 words
The invention defined in claim 4 including channels in said track means for receiving threaded fasteners.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
35 words
The invention defined in claim 5 in which said mounting rail is disposed beneath said track means and said seal means, and said rail, track means and said seal means are of unitary plastic construction.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
59 words
The invention defined in claim 6 wherein said rail is provided with channels at opposite sides, a series of screw receiving holes between said channels, the heads of the screws lying in one channel and the other channel reducing the length of screw travel through the wall as well as amount of plastic material required to form the structure.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
16 words
The invention defined in claim 6 wherein unitary plastic construction is provided with internally extending passageways.
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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) | 1986-02-21 | 1986-08-23 | 1987-02-22 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1990-02-21 | 1990-08-23 | 1991-02-22 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1994-02-21 | 1994-08-23 | 1995-02-22 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |