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Safety barrier

Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1981-05-11
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Granted: 1983-04-19
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Expires: 2001-05-11
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Abstract

Abstract A collapsible, durable, mildew proof safety barrier comprising a plurality of vertical support members which are supported in sleeves inserted within the ground, at least one flexible restraining panel connected between the vertical support members, a connecting device for connecting the restraining panel to each of the vertical support members, and a line or rope connected to the top of the panel. In the preferred embodiment the safety barrier is placed around the perimeter of a pool to prevent the unauthorized entrance into the pool. Because of the placement in a potential humid area, the preferred embodiment provides that the vertical support members and the panel fasteners are made of aluminum; the restraining panel is made of polycoated nylon to provide a longer life for the safety barrier. When the fence is not needed, it is simply removed by taking the vertical support members from the sleeves and folding the fence into a storable position.

Inventors

  • 👤 Robert E. Fish

Bibliographic Details

Application Number —
Jurisdiction US
Data Source google_patents
Last Synchronized 2026-10-26 08:35
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04H; E04H17/00; E04H17/14; E04H17/16; E04H17/1602; E04H4/00; E04H4/06

Claims Analysis

Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim 85 words
A lightweight, waterproof safety barrier comprising: a plurality of spaced apart, rigid vertical support members; at least one mesh, flexible, waterproof restraining panel; means for connecting said panel to each of said vertical support members; and a flexible line connected to the top of said panel; each said vertical support means includes an aluminum mounting bracket and at least one stainless steel screw mounted to a respective said vertical support member, holding said restraining panel therebetween; each said vertical support member being constructed of aluminum.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim 85 words
A lightweight, waterproof safety barrier comprising: a plurality of spaced apart, rigid vertical support members; at least one mesh, flexible, waterproof restraining panel; means for connecting said panel to each of said vertical support members; and a flexible line connected to the top of said panel; each said vertical support means includes an aluminum mounting bracket and at least one stainless steel screw mounted to a respective said vertical support member, holding said restraining panel therebetween; each said vertical support member being constructed of aluminum.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim 21 words
A lightweight, waterproof safety barrier as set forth in claim 1, wherein: said restraining panel is constructed of weather-resistant poly-coated nylon.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim 25 words
A lightweight, waterproof fence as set forth in claim 2, wherein: said restraining panel includes a reinforcing strip along at least one of its edges.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim 29 words
A lightweight, waterproof safety barrier as set forth in claim 3, wherein: said reinforcing strip along the top edge of said restraining panel includes a rope encased in strip.

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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) 1986-04-18 1986-10-18 1987-04-19 $2000.00 Window Closed / Lapsed
7.5 Years (Year 8) 1990-04-18 1990-10-18 1991-04-19 $3760.00 Window Closed / Lapsed
11.5 Years (Year 12) 1994-04-18 1994-10-18 1995-04-19 $7700.00 Window Closed / Lapsed

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