US6152428A
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Fence system
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1998-11-30
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Granted: 2000-11-28
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Expires: 2018-11-30
Abstract
Abstract A relatively simple, inexpensive fence can be constructed using mostly off-the-shelf building supplies. The fence includes a plurality of posts defined by wooden posts encased in sections of vinyl eaves trough, a frame constructed of galvanized track and stud elements normally used in the roughing in of interior office walls, J-strips on each end of the frame abutting the posts, and vertical panels formed of vinyl siding connected to each other and to the frame between the posts.
Inventors
- 👤 Lino Simioni
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-24 10:04
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04H; E04H17/00; E04H17/14; E04H17/16; E04H17/165; E04H17/166
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
165 words
A fence system comprising: at least two posts, a frame for mounting on said posts, said frame including a pair of C-cross section tracks for mounting on said posts in opposition to each other, and a plurality of C-cross section rails for extending between and into at least the top and bottom ends of said tracks; a plurality of strips of vinyl siding on said rails, each said strip having a longitudinally extending hook on one side edge thereof and a longitudinally extending groove proximate a second side edge of the strip, said strips being mounted on said rails in side by side relationship with the hook on said one side edge of one strip mated with a groove on an adjacent strip, and a row of perforations in said second side edge for receiving screws to fasten the strip to said rails; and J-strips connected to each end of said frame abutting one of said posts for receiving the side edges of end strips.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
165 words
A fence system comprising: at least two posts, a frame for mounting on said posts, said frame including a pair of C-cross section tracks for mounting on said posts in opposition to each other, and a plurality of C-cross section rails for extending between and into at least the top and bottom ends of said tracks; a plurality of strips of vinyl siding on said rails, each said strip having a longitudinally extending hook on one side edge thereof and a longitudinally extending groove proximate a second side edge of the strip, said strips being mounted on said rails in side by side relationship with the hook on said one side edge of one strip mated with a groove on an adjacent strip, and a row of perforations in said second side edge for receiving screws to fasten the strip to said rails; and J-strips connected to each end of said frame abutting one of said posts for receiving the side edges of end strips.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
25 words
A fence system of claim 1, wherein said post includes an elongated wooden body, and a sleeve defined by opposed, overlapping lengths of eaves trough.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
34 words
The fence system of claim 2, including a cover for the top rail and the top ends of said strips of vinyl siding and said J-strips, said cover comprising a length of eaves trough.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
60 words
The fence system of claim 1, including a ground anchor for each said post, said ground anchor including a top plate, bolts extending downwardly from each said post, slots in said top plate for receiving said bolts and an elongated spike extending downwardly from said top plate for penetrating the ground and anchoring the top plate and consequently the post.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
51 words
The fence system of claim 1, including a deck anchor for anchoring each said post to a wooden deck, said deck anchor including an L-bracket on one side of the bottom end of each post, and a hanger bolt in the bottom end of said post near the other side thereof.
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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) | 2003-11-28 | 2004-05-29 | 2004-11-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 2007-11-28 | 2008-05-29 | 2008-11-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2011-11-28 | 2012-05-29 | 2012-11-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |