E04D13/0305

AN UNDERROOF COLLAR FOR USE IN WATER-PROOFING THE JOINT BETWEEN A ROOF STRUCTURE AND A WINDOW FRAME, A PACKED UNDERROOF COLLAR, AND A METHOD OF PROVIDING AN UNDERROOF COLLAR
20200181912 · 2020-06-11 ·

An underroof collar for use in water-proofing the joint between a roof structure and a window frame is disclosed. It includes a plurality of collar members adapted for extending along frame member of the window frame, and each collar member includes an inner rim part and an outer skirt part intended for coming into engagement with the roof structure. The underroof collar is provided with at least one first engagement zone for positioning the underroof collar by bringing the first engagement zone into contact with a second engagement zone on another object, said first engagement zone being exposed in a packed state of the underroof collar. The first engagement zone may include a fastener and/or a cover layer. A packed underroof collar and a method for providing an underroof collar is also disclosed.

Method for covering a gap between windows at the ridge of a double pitch skylight, a double pitch skylight, and a cover element for use therein
20200115904 · 2020-04-16 ·

The invention relates to covering a gap between windows at the ridge of a double pitch skylight including at least one pair of windows. Each window comprises a frame with a frame top member and the windows of a pair are interconnected by one or more mounting brackets at the ridge. A cover element is arranged so that it interconnects the two windows of the pair on the interior side and extends in parallel with the ridge length direction. One edge of the cover element is inserted in a groove in the top frame member of one window of the pair and another opposite edge is inserted in a corresponding groove in the other window. The cover element is preferably made from an airtight material, is preferably convex on the interior side in the mounted state, and is preferably provided with elastic connecting parts at the two opposite edges.

Supporting a load on a roof
10577803 · 2020-03-03 · ·

The invention provides a system for installing a load on a metal panel roof, the system comprising a rail and closure structure adapted to be supported by ribs defined by the roof panels, and a load adapted to be supported on the rail and closure structure. In some embodiments, standing seams on ribs, and side rails on the rail and closure structure, extend parallel to each other, and optionally parallel to opposing sides of a hole in the roof. In some embodiments, substantially all of a downwardly-directed force of the load passes downwardly through the rail and closure structure to the ribs, and from the ribs to underlying structural members of the building.

Supporting a Load on a Roof
20200002949 · 2020-01-02 · ·

The invention provides a system for installing a load on a metal panel roof, the system comprising a rail and closure structure adapted to be supported by ribs defined by the roof panels, and a load adapted to be supported on the rail and closure structure. In some embodiments, standing seams on ribs, and side rails on the rail and closure structure, extend parallel to each other, and optionally parallel to opposing sides of a hole in the roof. In some embodiments, substantially all of a downwardly-directed force of the load passes downwardly through the rail and closure structure to the ribs, and from the ribs to underlying structural members of the building.

Skylight

According to the invention, a skylight including a frame is disclosed. The skylight may include a frame. The frame may include a vertical curb and horizontal flashing integral with, and extending away from, a bottom of each exterior side of the vertical curb. The frame may also include a first vertical member extending upward from the horizontal flashing which extends from a first exterior side of the vertical curb, and a second vertical member extending upward from the horizontal flashing which extends from a second exterior side of the vertical curb, where the second exterior side is opposite the first exterior side. The frame may further include a first horizontal member extending from the first vertical member, and away from the vertical curb, as well as a second horizontal member extending from the second vertical member, and away from the vertical curb.

Louvered patio cover

This disclosure relates to a louvered patio cover. The louvered patio cover may comprise a frame with support beams, louvered panels, support beam couplers, an actuator, a gutter, and/or other components. The support beams may have angled ends. The louvered panels may be rotatably coupled to the support beams. A support beam coupler may comprise first and second receivers. The first receiver may be configured to receive an angled end of a first support beam, and the second receiver may be configured to receive an angled end of a second support beam. The angled ends of the first and second support beams may face, meet, and/or abut each other when received by the first and second receivers. The actuator may be configured to rotate the louvered panels. A gutter may comprise a lighting channel configured to hold a light source for lighting an area under the louvered patio cover.

A PANE MODULE ADAPTED TO BE INSTALLED ON A WINDOW FRAME AND A METHOD FOR MAKING A PANE MODULE
20190323283 · 2019-10-24 ·

The invention relates to a pane module adapted to be installed on a window frame and comprising a two-sheet pane element and a border element, which surrounds the pane element, extending along at least some of its outer sides. The border element is made by moulding and attached to the pane element during the moulding process, and the pane module further comprises a thermal insulating element, which is encased in the border element and extends along at least some of the outer sides of the pane element. The insulating element is arranged on the interior and/or exterior side of the pane element and covers the spacer member when seen perpendicular to the interior and/or exterior side of the pane element. The invention also relates to a method for making such a pane module.

Skylight

According to the invention, a skylight including a frame is disclosed. The skylight may include a frame. The frame may include a vertical curb and horizontal flashing integral with, and extending away from, a bottom of each exterior side of the vertical curb. The frame may also include a first vertical member extending upward from the horizontal flashing which extends from a first exterior side of the vertical curb, and a second vertical member extending upward from the horizontal flashing which extends from a second exterior side of the vertical curb, where the second exterior side is opposite the first exterior side. The frame may further include a first horizontal member extending from the first vertical member, and away from the vertical curb, as well as a second horizontal member extending from the second vertical member, and away from the vertical curb.

Supporting a load on a roof
10385570 · 2019-08-20 · ·

The invention provides a system for installing a roof penetrating structure to a metal roof, the system comprising: a) a rail and closure structure adapted to be supported by adjacent rib elevations of said roof; b) a skylight adapted to be supported on the rail and closure structure; and c) a support member for sealing a cut away portion of the rib structure to divert water away from the rail and closure structure.

LOUVERED PATIO COVER

This disclosure relates to a louvered patio cover. The louvered patio cover may comprise a frame with support beams, louvered panels, support beam couplers, an actuator, a gutter, and/or other components. The support beams may have angled ends. The louvered panels may be rotatably coupled to the support beams. A support beam coupler may comprise first and second receivers. The first receiver may be configured to receive an angled end of a first support beam, and the second receiver may be configured to receive an angled end of a second support beam. The angled ends of the first and second support beams may face, meet, and/or abut each other when received by the first and second receivers. The actuator may be configured to rotate the louvered panels. A gutter may comprise a lighting channel configured to hold a light source for lighting an area under the louvered patio cover.