Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Facer held by stiffener-type frame – Facer back abuts and conceals frame
Reexamination Certificate
2011-01-04
2011-01-04
Chapman, Jeanette E. (Department: 3633)
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Facer held by stiffener-type frame
Facer back abuts and conceals frame
C052S471000, C052S474000, C052S478000, C052S479000, C052S506040, C052S506060, C052S573100, C052S783110, C052S783170, C052S798100, C052S800120
Reexamination Certificate
active
07861480
ABSTRACT:
A subframe for retrofitting an existing roof with a new roof is disclosed. In some embodiments, the subframe comprises a base, a first and second longitudinal flanges, a first wall extending between the base and the first longitudinal flange, a second wall spaced apart from the first wall and extending between the base and the second longitudinal flange, and a traversely-oriented punch out passing through the base, the first wall and the second wall. The punch out is configured to receive a rib of the existing roof. Once installed on the existing roof and coupled to the new roof, the subframe and new roof form an enclosed, self-supporting structure with increased structural capacity and stability in comparison to conventional retrofitted roof systems.
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Lane Tim A.
Wendelburg Mark
Chapman Jeanette E.
Conley & Rose, P.C.
Top-Hat Framing System, LLC
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