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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8132370 | Self-draining threshold assemblies including a reservoir chamber Self-draining panel threshold assemblies including a reservoir chamber are discussed. The threshold assemblies comprise an interior sill portion, an exterior sill portion, and a drop-down chamber therebetween. The interior sill portion may include a condensation cha... | 03/13/2012 |
| 8065839 | Flashing assembly A moisture management system for use in construction of buildings, particularly for partially covering the framework of a rough opening in a structure. The system has a body having a plurality of pathways to facilitate fluid between the system and any fixture instal... | 11/29/2011 |
| 8046954 | Outswinging window assembly having an operational mode and a wash mode and method of operation A window assembly including a frame having an interior portion with an inner surface, and a sash having an interior portion and an exterior portion. The window assembly includes an operational mode and a wash mode. In the operational mode, the sash is movable from a... | 11/01/2011 |
| 7877945 | Flashing assembly with cross channels and method for same A flashing assembly includes a member extending between a first end and a second end. The flashing member includes a top portion and a flange at an angle to the top portion. The top portion extends from a rear edge to the flange. The top portion includes a mounting ... | 02/01/2011 |
| 7788851 | Window drive mechanism A window drive mechanism includes a bracket and a cam slide moveably coupled to the bracket. In one option, the bracket is coupled to a window frame. An elongate arm is rotatably coupled to a sash substantially adjacent to a first end of the arm. In one option, the ... | 09/07/2010 |
| D621255 | Handle for a lift and slide fenestration | 08/10/2010 |
| D620347 | Pair of handle pockets for a lift and slide fenestration | 07/27/2010 |
| 7743814 | Screen assembly for outwardly projecting window A deformable screen for a window assembly including a sash movably coupled to a frame. The sash is moveable in a substantially horizontal direction relative to the frame. The deformable screen is coupled to the sash and includes at least one engagement portion slida... | 06/29/2010 |
| 7631465 | Jamb adjustment and securement assembly and methods therefor Assemblies and methods for positioning and securing a window or door unit within a rough opening of a building or other structure. In one example, the assembly includes a jamb member and a jamb liner coupled with the jamb member. The jamb liner includes a retaining ... | 12/15/2009 |
| 7591106 | Flashing assembly A moisture management system for use in construction of buildings, particularly for partially covering the framework of a rough opening in a structure. The system has a body having a plurality of pathways to facilitate fluid between the system and any fixture instal... | 09/22/2009 |
| 7552562 | Structural filler system for a window or door A window or door assembly including a jamb member and a jamb liner having a fastener opening coupled along the jamb member. A sash is moveably coupled along the jamb liner. The window or door assembly includes a structural filler coupled over a portion of the jamb l... | 06/30/2009 |
| D595110 | Casement window folding handle and cover | 06/30/2009 |
| D594732 | Cover for a casement window handle | 06/23/2009 |
| 7182119 | Screen assembly for outwardly projecting window A deformable screen for a window assembly including a sash movably coupled to a frame. The sash is moveable in a substantially horizontal direction relative to the frame. The deformable screen is coupled to the sash and includes at least one engagement portion slida... | 02/27/2007 |
| 6938373 | Window sash position maintainer Structure for maintaining a sliding window sash at an intended position with respect to a frame within which the sash moves. The structure serves to retain the sash at a position along an axis generally perpendicular to a plane defined by the window frame. An inward... | 09/06/2005 |
| D497304 | Cover for a casement window handle | 10/19/2004 |
| 6684571 | Window jamb having uniform appearance A window jamb component assembly mountable in the jambs of a double hung window for cooperative engagement with the sash assemblies thereof. The component assembly includes a longitudinally elongated jamb liner having upper and lower segments comprising a... | 02/03/2004 |
| 6672009 | Window sash position maintainer Structure for maintaining a sliding window sash at an intended position with respect to a frame within which the sash moves. The invention serves to retain the sash at a position along an axis generally perpendicular to a plane defined by the window frame... | 01/06/2004 |
| 6588150 | Rotatable actuator for latches of a window sash A window assembly includes a housing and a winder rotatably connected to the housing, where the winder includes a slot. The housing is mounted on a window sash. A flexible filament is disposed within the slot and is operative with the winder to withdraw w... | 07/08/2003 |
| 6305126 | Window jamb component assembly A window jamb component assembly mountable in a jamb of a double hung window for cooperative engagement with the sash assemblies thereof. The component assembly includes a longitudinally elongated jamb liner having upper and lower segments and includes a ... | 10/23/2001 |
| 6141913 | Window sash position maintainer Structure for maintaining a sliding window sash at an intended position with respect to a frame within which the sash moves. The structure serves to retain the sash at a position along an axis generally perpendicular to a plane defined by the window frame... | 11/07/2000 |
| 5498038 | Multi-point door lock system A multi-point door lock system comprising an active lock and an inactive lock for use on single or double doors is self-teaching, provides one hand control of shoot bolts, and provides audible and tactile feedback associated with shoot bolt extension and ... | 03/12/1996 |
| 5448869 | Composite framing member and window or door assembly incorporating a composite framing member A composite framing member especially suited for use as a stile in a stile and rail door or window assembly. The framing member includes a hollow member, preferably manufactured from a fiberglass reinforced plastic. The hollow member is overlayed with two... | 09/12/1995 |
| 5341600 | Sliding door sill construction A door sill in a frame mounting a fixed door panel and a sliding door panel movable along a longitudinally-extending track wherein the sliding door panel is disposed inwardly of the fixed door panel for movement thereof. The door sill comprising a sill fl... | 08/30/1994 |
| 5222339 | Glazing system Apparatus for use in integrating multiple glass panels into a latticed-type structure (e.g., a door or window). The structure is a light-admitting, unified entity and includes a muntin which is positioned between two adjacent, coplanar glass panels. The M... | 06/29/1993 |
| 5212921 | Door sill composition An improved door sill construction. The sill includes a core including a form made from spun class fibers treated with a polyester resin. The spun glass fibers are oriented in both lineal rows and random mats in order to maximize strength. The sill furthe... | 05/25/1993 |
| 5125442 | Wood component attachment method A method for employment in securing together wood components whcih are intended to be mated one to another. The method includes a first step of forming slots in engaged surfaces of the wood components, the slots being registered one with another when the ... | 06/30/1992 |
| 5120094 | Sliding door locking device Locking apparatus for securing in a closed disposition a sliding door panel defined, in part, by a jamb-engaging stile which, when the panel is in a closed disposition, is received within a channel defined by frame members defining the jamb. The apparatus... | 06/09/1992 |
| 5115596 | Sliding door mounting system Apparatus for mounting a sliding door for horizontal movement in a frame which has an upwardly-extending upper track and an upwardly-extending lower track which comprises a horizontally-elongated rib defining a generally vertically-oriented plane. The app... | 05/26/1992 |
| 4838001 | Window grid latch A window grid attachment device for removably attaching a decorative window grid to a window sash, adjacent a window pane. The device comprises a tubular barrel, a forward opening carried by one end of the barrel, a pin means carried by the barrel which i... | 06/13/1989 |
