Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Controlled by condition responsive means
Patent
1976-09-27
1978-08-08
Purser, Ernest R.
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Controlled by condition responsive means
49 3, 49 4, 49 7, L05F 1520
Patent
active
041048342
ABSTRACT:
A wall vent preferably for use in a high-rise building is releasably opened for venting a fire in the building. The vent comprises a frame, a window or venting panel that is pivotally supported on one of its sides, means for biasing the venting panel to an open position and latch means for maintaining the panel in a closed position. The latch means may be either manually or electrically released or released upon detection of heat or smoke, and may be released either at the panel or remotely. Each wall vent is also preferably releasable to an open position from a story of the building therebelow.
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Anghinetti Joseph R.
Couture Paul A.
Purser Ernest R.
Raduazo Henry
Wasco Products, Inc.
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