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Flexible splice for metal frame members in a curtain wall
Assignee: AMERICAN GLASS A MI CORP
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Filing: 1988-11-14
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Granted: 1989-10-17
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Expires: 2008-11-14
Abstract
Abstract A silicone slab for use in a building curtain wall to seal the joints between adjacent support members in the curtain wall. The curtain members define a U-shaped channel for support of the curtain wall material. Adjacent ends of the support members are sealed by placing a silicone slab in the joint bridging the two support members. The silicone slab is retained in place by a silicone sealant.
Inventors
- 👤 Fred G. Jeschke
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 14:41
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04B; E04B2/00; E04B2/88; E04B2/96; E04B2/962
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
91 words
In a curtain wall structure having a plurality of wall panel members supported vertically in a frame structure wherein the frame structure includes: a plurality of support members for said panels arranged in end-to-end relation with adjacent ends of adjacent members being spaced from one another; the improvement comprising: at least one slab member formed of a flexible sealant material bridging the space between the adjacent ends of a pair of adjacent support members, and a flowable silicone caulking material adhering said slab to said adjacent ends of said adjacent members.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
91 words
In a curtain wall structure having a plurality of wall panel members supported vertically in a frame structure wherein the frame structure includes: a plurality of support members for said panels arranged in end-to-end relation with adjacent ends of adjacent members being spaced from one another; the improvement comprising: at least one slab member formed of a flexible sealant material bridging the space between the adjacent ends of a pair of adjacent support members, and a flowable silicone caulking material adhering said slab to said adjacent ends of said adjacent members.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
54 words
The structure of claim 1 wherein said support members are of generally U-shaped having a generally horizontal cross member and inner and outer upwardly directed vertical members, said silicone slab covering said horizontal cross member and at least a portion of said inner and outer vertical members adjacent each end of said support members.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
54 words
The curtain wall of claim 2 further comprising a second U-shaped channel having inner and outer downwardly directed vertical sections from said horizontal cross member, a second silicone slab covering said downwardly directed outer member adjacent each end of said support members, said second silicone slab retained in said channel by a silicone sealant.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
41 words
The curtain wall of claim 1 wherein said channel is generally U-shaped having a generally horizontal cross member and inner and outer downwardly directed vertical members, said silicone slab covering said outer vertical member adjacent each end of said support members.
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) | 1992-10-16 | 1993-04-17 | 1993-10-17 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1996-10-16 | 1997-04-17 | 1997-10-17 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2000-10-16 | 2001-04-17 | 2001-10-17 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |