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US6955702B2
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Filter frame
Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Co
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Filing: 2002-06-14
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Granted: 2005-10-18
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Expires: 2022-06-14
Abstract
Abstract A reusable filter frame adapted to receive a replaceable filter element includes a base and a cover connected with the base. The base includes a plurality of longitudinal rails and a plurality of transverse ribs for supporting and spacing the filter element. The filter frame also includes a securing mechanism for securing the filter element to the frame and maintaining the filter element in its expanded condition.
Inventors
- 👤 James O. Kubokawa
- 👤 Ben G. Rogowski
- 👤 Thomas A. Tedham
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 18:29
CPC Classifications
B; B01; B01D; B01D46/00; B01D46/52; B01D46/521; B01D46/523; B01D46/0002; B01D46/0005; B01D46/10; B01D46/88; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S55/00; Y10S55/31
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
70 words
A reusable filter frame for use with a replaceable pleated filter element, said frame comprising a base having a perimeter structure and a plurality of transverse ribs connected with said perimeter structure adapted to mesh with the filter pleats, said frame including a securing mechanism comprising at least one projection on said base for attaching the filter element to the frame and retaining the filter element in its expanded condition.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
70 words
A reusable filter frame for use with a replaceable pleated filter element, said frame comprising a base having a perimeter structure and a plurality of transverse ribs connected with said perimeter structure adapted to mesh with the filter pleats, said frame including a securing mechanism comprising at least one projection on said base for attaching the filter element to the frame and retaining the filter element in its expanded condition.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
36 words
A reusable filter frame as defined in claim 1 , further comprising a cover arranged on said base, said cover containing at least one hole that mates with said at least one projection on said base.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
42 words
A reusable filter frame as defined in claim 1 , further comprising a removable cover operatively associated with said base, said cover including a perimeter structure defining a center opening free of obstruction to allow air to flow through the filter element.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
68 words
A reusable filter frame for use with a replaceable pleated filter element, said frame comprising a base having a perimeter structure defining a central area and a plurality of transverse ribs connected with said perimeter structure adapted to mesh with the filter pleats and a plurality of longitudinal rails extending across said central area, wherein said longitudinal rails include spacing portions adapted to mesh with the filter pleats.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
68 words
A reusable filter frame for use with a replaceable pleated filter element, said frame comprising a base having a perimeter structure defining a central area and a plurality of transverse ribs connected with said perimeter structure adapted to mesh with the filter pleats and a plurality of longitudinal rails extending across said central area, wherein said longitudinal rails include spacing portions adapted to mesh with the filter pleats.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
87 words
A reusable filter frame for use with a replaceable pleated filter element, said frame comprising: (a) a base having a perimeter structure defining a central area and a plurality of transverse ribs connected with said perimeter structure adapted to mesh with the filter pleats and a plurality of longitudinal rails extending across said central area, and (b) a removable cover operatively associated with said base, said cover including a perimeter structure defining a central opening free of obstruction to allow air to flow through the filter element.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
87 words
A reusable filter frame for use with a replaceable pleated filter element, said frame comprising: (a) a base having a perimeter structure defining a central area and a plurality of transverse ribs connected with said perimeter structure adapted to mesh with the filter pleats and a plurality of longitudinal rails extending across said central area, and (b) a removable cover operatively associated with said base, said cover including a perimeter structure defining a central opening free of obstruction to allow air to flow through the filter element.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
144 words
A reusable filter frame for a residential heating and cooling system adapted to receive a replaceable, reversibly collapsible and expandable pleated filter element, said frame comprising: (a) a base including a perimeter structure, a plurality of longitudinal rails arranged within said perimeter structure, and a plurality of transverse ribs adapted to mesh with an equal number of filter pleats; and (b) a cover hingably connected with said base, said cover containing a central opening free of obstructions for allowing air to flow through the filter element; said frame comprising a unitary structure molded from a synthetic plastic material, said frame including a securing mechanism comprising aligned projections and holes provided in said base and said cover for attaching the filter element to the frame and retaining the filter element in its expanded condition, and a closure for maintaining the frame in a closed condition.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
144 words
A reusable filter frame for a residential heating and cooling system adapted to receive a replaceable, reversibly collapsible and expandable pleated filter element, said frame comprising: (a) a base including a perimeter structure, a plurality of longitudinal rails arranged within said perimeter structure, and a plurality of transverse ribs adapted to mesh with an equal number of filter pleats; and (b) a cover hingably connected with said base, said cover containing a central opening free of obstructions for allowing air to flow through the filter element; said frame comprising a unitary structure molded from a synthetic plastic material, said frame including a securing mechanism comprising aligned projections and holes provided in said base and said cover for attaching the filter element to the frame and retaining the filter element in its expanded condition, and a closure for maintaining the frame in a closed condition.
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