Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Cover with surface water receiver at eave or valley – With separator; e.g. – strainer
Patent
1996-05-17
1997-10-21
Kent, Christopher T.
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Cover with surface water receiver at eave or valley
With separator; e.g., strainer
52 11, 52 16, 52105, E04D 13064
Patent
active
056783590
ABSTRACT:
A sloped gutter assembly provides for the controlled discharge of runoff water from a structure roof. The gutter assembly includes a first elongated gutter section having a bottom and upstanding side walls that collectively define a U-shaped cross-section. The first gutter section is characterized by an upstream end and a downstream end, wherein the side walls are tapered progressively from the upstream end to the downstream end. This taper defines a cross-section of progressively reduced dimension. A plurality of mounting brackets are spaced apart and integrally attached to one of the upstanding sidewalls, and attach the first elongated gutter section to the structure. Finally, the gutter assembly includes a screen that is hingedly attached along one side to the upstanding side wall disposed adjacent the structure. The screen is further disposed to overlie the opposing gutter side wall, and therefore the gutter channel. In this way, the screen serves to prevent leaves and other debris from entering or collecting within the gutter channel. Preferably, the screen is elevated on the hinged side to slope downwardly toward the opposing side. The gutter assembly further includes a downspout section that telescopically receives the downstream end of the first gutter section. A hole is disposed in the bottom of the downspout section for receiving a downspout.
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Kent Christopher T.
Zimmerman Richard D.
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