US4909664A
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Arrangement for draining liquid collecting on a ground surface
Assignee: Von Roll AG
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Filing: 1988-09-28
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Granted: 1990-03-20
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Expires: 2008-09-28
Abstract
Abstract In constructions with a relatively limited ground height, e.g., bridges, flat roofs, etc. the foundation or earthwork is covered with a sealing sheet, which extends up to a drain casing or frame. To avoid a return flow of liquid below the sealing sheet and into the foundation, in the arrangement according to the invention, the edge portion of the sealing sheet is laid downward over the wall of the frame or the casing. A locking frame is placed on the edge portion of the sealing element. The locking frame can additionally be secured in position by vertical threaded bolts and is used for pressing the edge portion of the sealing sheet onto the frame or onto the casing.
Inventors
- 👤 Hansruedi Spiess
- 👤 Francois Galvanetto
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 12:50
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04D; E04D13/00; E04D13/04; E04D13/0404; E04D13/0409; E04D2013/0436
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
156 words
Arrangement for draining off liquid collecting on a ground surface, comprising a drain provided with frame means, a sealing sheet covering the ground surface around and adjacent the drain for preventing the penetration of liquid into the ground, and a frame-like locking element inserted in said frame means for maintaining said sealing sheet attached to said frame means, said frame means including an outer flange which is substantially flush with the ground surface and an inclined frame wall surrounded by said outer flange and extending downwardly therefrom, said sealing sheet including a flange portion overlapping said outer flange and an inclined edge portion integral with said flange portion and extending downwardly therefrom over at least a part of said inclined frame wall, said locking element having a wall portion corresponding in shape and inclination to those of said frame wall and being positioned together with said edge portion against said wall in a clearance-free manner therewith.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
156 words
Arrangement for draining off liquid collecting on a ground surface, comprising a drain provided with frame means, a sealing sheet covering the ground surface around and adjacent the drain for preventing the penetration of liquid into the ground, and a frame-like locking element inserted in said frame means for maintaining said sealing sheet attached to said frame means, said frame means including an outer flange which is substantially flush with the ground surface and an inclined frame wall surrounded by said outer flange and extending downwardly therefrom, said sealing sheet including a flange portion overlapping said outer flange and an inclined edge portion integral with said flange portion and extending downwardly therefrom over at least a part of said inclined frame wall, said locking element having a wall portion corresponding in shape and inclination to those of said frame wall and being positioned together with said edge portion against said wall in a clearance-free manner therewith.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
12 words
Arrangement according to claim 1, wherein said frame means includes a frame.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
12 words
Arrangement according to claim 1, wherein said frame means includes a casing.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
45 words
Arrangement according to claim 1, wherein the locking element is provided with vertically positioned bores receiving threaded bolts, which for fixing the edge portion of the sealing sheet by the locking element are screwed into tapholes provided in the frame means below the locking element.
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) | 1993-03-19 | 1993-09-18 | 1994-03-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1997-03-19 | 1997-09-18 | 1998-03-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2001-03-19 | 2001-09-18 | 2002-03-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |