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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8074404 | Double-layer cable-strut roof system A double-layer cable-strut roof system includes a central structure and an edge structure, a plurality of sets of first diagonal struts and a plurality of sets of second diagonal struts provided between the two structures, each set of first diagonal struts being arr... | 12/13/2011 |
| 7341068 | Side-supporting umbrella The present invention relates to a side-supporting umbrella. A collar is installed on a mast, and able to slide along the mast in a continuously variable manner, and pivotally connected to a supporting arm of a canopy. A movement of the collar sequentially actuates ... | 03/11/2008 |
| 7325558 | Landfill site covering system The present invention provides a landfill site covering system. The system comprises a plurality of freely mobile support members (2) with a cable array (20 22, 24) secured to the support members (2) to form a supporting framework. Covering mate... | 02/05/2008 |
| 7285719 | Solar array support methods and systems Systems and methods for disposing and supporting a solar panel array are disclosed. In one embodiment, a system for supporting a solar panel array includes the use of support columns and cables suspended between the support columns, with the solar panels received by... | 10/23/2007 |
| 7152384 | Dome kit, structure and method A new and useful Dome Kit, dome shaped structural system and method of assembling a dome shaped structural system are provided. The Dome Kit and method are used to form a dome shaped structural system comprising a compression ring, a lower ring that is larger than t... | 12/26/2006 |
| 7137399 | Collapsible structure with top supporting elements The invention is a collapsible structure comprising a plurality of panel elements, each having a coilable frame element and flexible material attached to the frame element. The panel elements are joined to define an enclosure having a roof portion and a bottom perim... | 11/21/2006 |
| 7127861 | Multi-purpose structure A multi-purpose structure, especially useful as a greenhouse or other plant-protective structure, comprising; (a) a framework comprising a plurality of vertical supports, said vertical supports being arranged in rows that extend the entire width of the structure, wh... | 10/31/2006 |
| 7017313 | Ceiling leak capture and drainage system A fluid leak capture and drainage system for ceiling leaks which includes a ceiling panel support grid and a plurality of ceiling panels mounted thereon is disclosed. The ceiling panel has at least one raised section located within the panel and a wall extending alo... | 03/28/2006 |
| 6997198 | Tent construction and method for manufacturing this tent construction Method for manufacturing a tent construction having at least one panel manufactured from suitable cloth, and tent construction manufactured utilizing the method. A basic panel is manufactured from a material of desired properties and is provided with one or more cov... | 02/14/2006 |
| 6994099 | Shelter with twist tight canopy and method for assembling same A shelter having an internal frame comprised of a roof supported by legs. A canopy covers the roof of the frame to provide protection from the elements. The canopy is taughtly held onto the frame by cords which pass through sleeves in the front and back of the canop... | 02/07/2006 |
| 6951580 | Method for minimizing bowing of collector plates in an electrostatic precipitator, and a collector plate-clip combination A bow-reduced precipitator collector plate assembly and an appertaining method include a precipitator collector plate that contacts a spring-like stiffening element configured to be attached to a fixed anchor or an adjacent anchoring collector plate. The stiffening ... | 10/04/2005 |
| 6951079 | System and method of panelized construction A system and method of panelized construction for use in construction of a building module, such as a residential housing addition. A plurality of pre-fabricated panels, such as wall panels, roof panels, floor panels, and ceiling panels may be provided to decrease o... | 10/04/2005 |
| 6873465 | Installation for increasing the light yield on the playing surface in a stadium An installation for increasing the daylight yield in a stadium provided with a playing surface, stands, and optionally a covering, includes an essentially vertical light-reflecting body to guide the light incident on the body towards the playing surface in the stadi... | 03/29/2005 |
| 6854218 | System and method of panelized construction A system and method of panelized construction for use in construction of a building module, such as a residential housing addition. A plurality of pre-fabricated panels, such as wall panels, roof panels, floor panels, and ceiling panels may be provided to decrease o... | 02/15/2005 |
| 6754994 | Retractable roof A system for operating a retractable roof having at least two moveable roof sections, the system comprising: a first support having a first pulley; a second support positioned opposite to and across from the first support means and having a second pulley; a tie memb... | 06/29/2004 |
| 6615552 | Segmented articulated pole structure A segmented, articulated pole member structure is constructed of a plurality of pivotally interconnected, pole segments. The pole segments are arranged in an alternating or offsetting fashion such that in their disassembled state they may be folded into a... | 09/09/2003 |
| 6505638 | Canopy structure The canopy structure of the present invention includes a generally rigid internal frame structure comprised of light-weight metal tubes and a pliable, waterproof covering such as nylon or other functionally similar fabric. The canopy covering further incl... | 01/14/2003 |
| 6442903 | Inflatable insulative covering An apparatus for regulating the transmission of energy through an energy transmissive structure having at least one energy transmissive panel comprising in combination at least one elongated support adjacent to the energy transmissive panel of the energy ... | 09/03/2002 |
| 6438903 | System and Method of Panelized Construction A system and method of panelized construction for use in construction of a building module, such as a residential housing addition. A plurality of pre-fabricated panels, such as wall panels, roof panels, floor panels, and ceiling panels may be provided to... | 08/27/2002 |
| 6423655 | Self-carrying liner for the internal lining of vehicle ceilings The liner is formed by a "support" structure and an outer or decorative liner layer. The "support" structure consists of three superimposed layers made of polyester fibers, where the middle layer (1) is considerably thicker than the outer layers (2), whil... | 07/23/2002 |
| 6415556 | Transport mechanism for large structures such as retractable stadium rooves An edifice such as a sports stadium is adapted for open use during good weather as well as for covered use during poor weather by having at least one movable roof member. Each movable roof member includes a transport mechanism that is constructed and arra... | 07/09/2002 |
| 6367495 | Canopy structure The canopy structure of the present invention includes a generally rigid internal frame structure comprised of light-weight metal tubes and a pliable, waterproof covering such as nylon or other functionally similar fabric. The canopy covering further incl... | 04/09/2002 |
| 6345638 | Multiple peak cable tent A multiple peak tent (1) structure which is mechanically simple and easy to assemble. The tent structure of this invention can span relatively large areas without inhibiting mobility under the tent through the use of ground extending support poles. The ca... | 02/12/2002 |
| 6343985 | Roof ridge ventilator system of natural fiber matting An improved roof ridge ventilation system utilizing a mat of randomly-aligned natural fibers which formed into a web by air-laying on a polyester mesh and bonded with a heat-cured latex bonding agent. The natural fiber mat provides improved airflow while ... | 02/05/2002 |
| 6324792 | Circular clarifier with retractable cover The clarifier cover has a shape defined by a low profile circular segment of revolution around the central column of the clarifier, for maintaining the volume of gas thereunder minimum. In another aspect, the support structure of the cover is made of a pl... | 12/04/2001 |
| 6247484 | Eave construction for large canopies A protective canopy constructed to discharge snow from the cover. A plurality of posts support cables on which a flexible cover is supported. A sleeve formed on the eave edge of the cover is provided with a pipe at each seam between adjacent panels of the... | 06/19/2001 |
| 6233881 | Cable and panel fabric A fabric made up of multiple cables and multiple panels is provided for roofs, ceilings, and wall hangings. The cables are arranged in sets of three over the area to be covered, and the panels are suspended between the cable sets to complete the fabric. S... | 05/22/2001 |
| 6223476 | Retractable ceiling assembly A retractable ceiling assembly for a poultry house, characterized by a ceiling which can be selectively raised from a flat to a pitched configuration in order to accommodate high-profile equipment or materials in the poultry house for cleaning, maintenanc... | 05/01/2001 |
| 6185877 | Combination greenhouse and cold frame apparatus The combination greenhouse cold frame apparatus includes two foldable side panels that cover two arched sides that have a plurality of arched vertical legs to provide a framework for the foldable side panels. The arched sides are connected with the help o... | 02/13/2001 |
| 6134848 | Tent roof construction with a flexible cover at least the roof of which is formed of a three-dimensional metal or composite framework A tent roof construction with a flexible cover at least the portion of which forming the roof is defined by a three-dimensional metal or composite framework has one or several frame modules (4) including at least two parallel longitudinal beams (5, 6) fro... | 10/24/2000 |
| 6082055 | Ice rink cover An ice rink covering system utilizes a plurality of support mechanisms for sets of non-flexible insulated panels which are interconnected by a hinge mechanism between each pair of adjacent panels. The support mechanisms are connected to the panels by lift... | 07/04/2000 |
| 6038820 | Cable and panel fabric The present invention provides a fabric, consisting of multiple cables and multiple panels, for roofing applications. The cables are arranged in sets of three over the area to be covered, and the panels are suspended between the cable sets to complete the... | 03/21/2000 |
| 6026614 | Cable braced, open air chapel/meeting hall A cable braced, open air chapel or meeting hall is formed from a series of cables interconnected to each other in countertension to provide a rigid structural support to provide basic definition for the building structure. One set of cables is preferably ... | 02/22/2000 |
| 6003269 | Retractable covering for spaces A retractable covering for buildings (20) or spaces (22) comprising a plurality of flexible retractable panels (32) and attached retractable cables (36) stored at the perimeter of the space and capable of being deployed in a helical pattern converging nea... | 12/21/1999 |
| 5848499 | Cable-stay retractable skylight roof for stadium or arena or other structure and method of construction of same A cable-stay retractable skylight roof and method of constructing the same wherein a large clear span is built over an existing or new athletic stadium or arena or other structure. The principal feature of the roof structure is that it is supported by Cab... | 12/15/1998 |
| 5653066 | Cable-stay retractable skylight roof for stadium or arena or other structure and method of construction of same A cable-stay retractable skylight roof and method of constructing the same wherein a large clear span is built over an existing or new athletic stadium or area or other structure. The principal feature of the roof structure is that it is supported by Cabl... | 08/05/1997 |
| 5622013 | Structure of multipurpose suspended roof arena capable of changing space volume and construction method thereof A multipurpose arena with a suspended roof and an interior which can be adjusted to accommodate events requiring different space arrangements. The roof is made of sections suspended between opposed supporting pylons and assumes a catenary shape. Rail-moun... | 04/22/1997 |
| 5597005 | Automotive hail protection and shade canopy A drive under new automotive hail protection roof hip-and-valley cable-tension type canopy is formed by a rectangular grid pattern of rigid post assemblies joined at their upper ends by longitudinally, transversely and diagonally extending cables forming ... | 01/28/1997 |
| 5502928 | Tension braced dome structure The present invention is a tension braced dome structure comprised of a top ridge having at least one upper ridge radial member and at least one circumferential member which is concentric with an edge member; wherein the upper ridge radial member and the ... | 04/02/1996 |
| 5487402 | Portable shelter with expandable frame A portable shelter having a frame whose members freely move between a maximum and a minimum dimension to enable selectively applying various sized shelter skins to the frame and to tauntly stretch the shelter skin thereon. The skin also comprises slidable... | 01/30/1996 |
