| Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
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| 052003000 | ARTICLE OR MATERIAL SUPPORTED COVER | 20 |
| 20080313971 | Dropcloth - An improved dropcloth comprising: a body made from a material having a desired shape and weight, said body having a plurality of surfaces wherein at least one surface has a slip reducing feature. | 12-25-2008 |
| 20090013610 | Protective tarp with separate anchors having baffles - A protective tarp for covering a mass includes of a flat, flexible sheet material having a top and a bottom and having a peripheral edge, with baffles that extend outwardly from the bottom edge towards the top edge, creating sub-compartments. Along the peripheral edge or along each of at least two of the plurality of edges, and separate unconnected tank compartment anchors, arranged in a predetermined pattern, having at least one fill orifice. The plurality of tank compartment anchors are hollow, flexible, and, in preferred embodiments, the tank compartment anchors and sheet material are formed of the same material. In some embodiments, the sheet material is rectangular from a top view and has four edges, the four edges being two sets of two opposite edges. There are at least two edges opposite one another which contain a plurality of tank compartment anchors. | 01-15-2009 |
| 20090077901 | Paint Protection Method and Cover - A paint protection method and cover is disclosed. In a particular embodiment, the method includes providing a cover having a substrate layer, an overlying absorbent layer, and an integrated adhesive strip disposed on an outer perimeter surface of the substrate layer and proximate to at least one edge of the cover. The method further includes forming at least one paint impermeable seam between the cover and a surface by adhering the adhesive strip to the surface. | 03-26-2009 |
| 20090205261 | PLASTIC BEAM COVER - A vehicle wash system having a plurality of vehicle treatment components includes with at least one support member. The support member is constructed of a base material and has an outer surface. An elongated cover includes an interior surface and an exterior surface. The interior surface of the elongated cover has a first color and a size and shape that substantially matches the outer surface of the support member. The elongated cover is readably engageable with the support member to protect it from contact with fluid and debris. The elongated cover is formed of a readably cleanable material such that fluid and debris can be easily wiped off of its exterior surface. | 08-20-2009 |
| 20100083587 | Protective tarp with plural removable anchor tanks and with size adjustment connectors - A protective tarp, with connectors arranged in a geometrical pattern, for covering a mass, comprising: a) flexible sheet material having top, bottom, predetermined surface area and peripheral edge; b) a plurality of unconnected anchor tank receiving pockets permanently attached to sheet material and separate and apart from one another, and being arranged in a predetermined pattern, each of the plurality of unconnected anchor receiving pockets adapted to receive an independent, removable anchor tank, the independent, removable anchor tank having at least one fill orifice and closure means, and being adapted to be inserted and removed from the anchor tank receiving pocket; and c) a plurality of male/female connectors arranged in a geometrical pattern on the top and the bottom such that when the tarp is folded, at least one the male connectors and at least one of the female connectors are connected, the surface area of the tarp is decreased. | 04-08-2010 |
| 20110131890 | WALL DROP PAINT BARRIER PROTECTOR - A drop cloth includes: a sheet of material having a length that is greater than its width; and a series of panels, each panel being connected to the sheet in series along the length of the sheet. The length may be substantially greater than the width. The panels are generally identical to one another and are equally spaced along the length of the sheet such that the spacing is sufficient for the sheet to be folded in-between adjacent panels such that the panes are stacked, the spacing between adjacent panels being about twice the thickness of each panel. The drop cloth can be used for protection against drips and spills when painting along a wall of a room. | 06-09-2011 |
| 20130025212 | Atmospheric retention passive system for nuclear buildings - The passive system is suitable for prefabrication and installation as a variable volume unit enclosing industrial components, systems, buildings and structures at operating light water reactors without interference with the design basis operations and performance of the buildings, structures, systems and components enclosed. This invention removes the energy from residual heat and hydrogen generation accumulated inside the containment buildings and spent fuel pool buildings challenged by over temperature and over pressure during severe accidents, while encapsulating the radioactive atmospheric fallout, condensing steam by heat exchange with the atmosphere and retaining the resulting water coolant. This invention also encapsulates design basis accidents releases such as the release of radioactive steam through hardened venting systems to the atmosphere, and the release of radioactive steam through containment bypass systems to the atmosphere. | 01-31-2013 |
| 20130074421 | PORTABLE GENERATOR COVER - A lightweight, foldable cover adapted for attachment to a portable electric generator permits the generator to be operated while covered and shielded from weather. The cover includes rigid or semi-rigid sides hingeably joined and held in position with flexible straps. The cover allows unimpeded exhaust and airflow underneath the cover, and unimpeded access to controls and outlets. The flexible straps attach to the cover and the frame of the generator. The straps are adjustable to accommodate different generator frame sizes, and include quick release devices to allow rapid attachment to, or detachment from the generator frame for refueling or storage. When removed the cover folds nearly flat for storage. | 03-28-2013 |
| 20140075850 | SURFACE COVERINGS HAVING A PLURALITY OF OVERLAPPING ELEMENTS AND METHODS FOR FORMING SAME - A surface covering includes a frame, an element structure comprising an elongated member and a plurality of elements, and wherein spaced-apart portions of the elongated member being attachable to spaced-apart portions of the frame so that some of the elements are disposed in an overlapping relationship. | 03-20-2014 |
| 20140150353 | Cover for Covering a Pile - A cover for covering a pile is disclosed, which includes a sheet to overlay the pile, and a plurality of restraints attached to the sheet, a free portion of each restraint extending from the sheet to be fixed in relation to the pile in use, thereby to fix the sheet in relation to the pile, and a sheet contacting portion of each restraint extending at least partially over the pile in use. | 06-05-2014 |
| 20140345206 | WEATHER SHELTER FOR USE IN A REMOTE MANUFACTURING YARD - A weather shelter for providing protection during assembly of a column at a remote manufacturing yard is provided. The weather shelter can include a frame mounted to a hanging platform, and extending upwards from the hanging platform, the hanging platform supported by the column; and a protective covering mounted on the frame having a side covering and a top covering, the protective covering configured to provide an inner atmosphere within the protective covering protected from external elements when the protective covering is secured to the column. | 11-27-2014 |
| 20150101259 | CONVERTIBLE ROOF ELEMENT AND STRUCTURE WITH METHOD OF OPERATION - A convertible roof element includes a peripheral structure with an opening to be at least partially closed by a membrane, an edge rope and at least one guide rope forming a rope band tensioned against each other. The convertible roof element has a parking position and at least one shading position, the parking position running along the peripheral structure and the at least one shading position running across the opening of the peripheral structure. The edge rope is fixed at its ends via a first tensioning device to the peripheral structure. The at least one guide rope is secured to the edge rope at one end and at the other end to the peripheral structure by means of a further tensioning device. The tensile force of the further tensioning device is variable so that the edge rope is moveable from the parking position into the at least one shading position. | 04-16-2015 |
| 20190141902 | SHEETING SYSTEM | 05-16-2019 |
| 052004000 | With article or ground penetrating retainer | 7 |
| 20090013611 | Tarpaulin mounting frame - A tarpaulin mounting frame for tightening a tarpaulin includes a frame profile having at least one groove. A anchor profile having a rounded-off foot on its edge facing the tarpaulin, wherein the rounded-off foot is insertable into the groove of the frame profile and is pivotable therein. The anchor profile has at least one receptacle for a weatherstrip, wherein the anchor profile reaches a position substantially parallel to the plane of the tarpaulin by pivoting around the foot and thereby tightens the tarpaulin, wherein the anchor profile between the foot and the receptacle for the weatherstrip is in contact with the frame profile. | 01-15-2009 |
| 20090145047 | Weather protection system - Weather protection systems, for use in protecting structures and structural elements during severe weather events, are disclosed. Also disclosed are methods of assembling and installing weather protection systems. Weather protection systems of this invention provide fabric to cover a structural element; the fabric is connected to the structure via a clip. A clip of is invention may include features such as fastening points, anchor points, and engaging members; a clip may also introduce a desirable point of flexibility into a system of this invention. Other features of weather protection systems of this invention may include resin and straps. | 06-11-2009 |
| 20090145048 | Weather protection system - Weather protection systems, for use in protecting structures and structural elements during severe weather events, are disclosed. Also disclosed are methods of assembling and installing weather protection systems. Weather protection systems of this invention provide fabric to cover a structural element; the fabric is connected to the structure via a clip. A clip of is invention may include features such as fastening points, anchor points, and engaging members; a clip may also introduce a desirable point of flexibility into a system of the invention. Other features of weather protection systems of this invention may include resin and straps. | 06-11-2009 |
| 20090165397 | Clamping Unit - A clamping unit comprising a base having a first jaw and a spike and the spike extends from the first jaw, and the first jaw has a first jaw spring recess. There is a second jaw having a second jaw spring recess. A torsion spring positioned in the first and second jaw spring recesses and attached to the first jaw and the second jaw, such that the torsion spring is disposed internal to the clamping unit. The first jaw has a crest and the second jaw has a trough and the crest of the first jaw is receivable in the trough of the second jaw and the torsion spring is for forcing the first and second jaws into a closed position. | 07-02-2009 |
| 20100325968 | MOISTURE BARRIER HOLD-DOWN DEVICE, SYSTEM, AND METHOD - A hold-down nail includes two portions, a stake and a washer, that function in combination to secure a sheet or cover over some type of material, such as an earthen material, and thereby protects the material from the elements and prevents movement of the material due to wind, rain, snow, etc. or foot or other type of traffic over the material. | 12-30-2010 |
| 20120090249 | SYSTEM FOR PROTECTING A BUILDING - A system for protecting a building is disclosed. The building may stand on the ground surface, and may have a roof. The system comprises a mesh positionable over the roof of the building. The mesh includes a number of edge portions. A frame is secured to the edge portions of the mesh. The frame is composed of a number of elongate rigid members extending along the edge portions of the mesh. The system further includes a number of connectors. Each connector has a first end portion securable to the frame, and a second end portion removably securable to the ground surface. | 04-19-2012 |
| 20160047120 | FIREPROOF HOME AND A FIRE PROOF HEAT BARRIER SHIELD STRUCTURE - The embodiments herein provide a fireproof barrier shield comprising the panels combined together to form a fireproof blanket placed on the building structure to protect the structure from flying embers, radiant heat and fire accidents. The panel comprises an inner heat retardant layer an outer heat reflective layer secured together using a heat resistant adhesive glue or thread. Each panel has several slots for receiving a fastener for combining the panels. The straps comprising a buckle and a belt are provided for securing the fireproof blanket to the ground using screw type anchors or stakes. The buckle is made of heat conductive material and the strap is made of fireproof threads. The perforated channels with brass or aluminum hose fittings are sewn to the inner layer to allow the water flow. The shield comprises a third layer arranged as an outer layer or an inner layer. | 02-18-2016 |
