Smoke vent light transmitting roofing panel

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2007-09-04

2007-09-04

Friedman, Carl D. (Department: 3635)

Static structures (e.g., buildings)

Cupola or skylight

C052S202000, C052S309300, C052S588100, C052SDIG017

Reexamination Certificate

active

11383404

ABSTRACT:
A light transmitting panel capable of acting as a smoke vent and of the type for connecting within a metal roofing system is provided. The light transmitting panel includes a translucent panel that melts away rapidly under high temperature, a metal panel and a linear coefficient buffer therebetween to allow the respective panels to expand and contract with respect to the other without loss of containment or seal.

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