Liquid purification or separation – Processes – Including geographic feature
Reexamination Certificate
2007-12-04
2007-12-04
Upton, Christopher (Department: 1724)
Liquid purification or separation
Processes
Including geographic feature
C210S155000, C210S162000, C210S496000, C210S505000, C052S012000, C052S745190
Reexamination Certificate
active
11180838
ABSTRACT:
An insert apparatus for placement in a rain gutter includes a porous insert body including a plurality of randomly arranged filaments attached to one another to form a mat. The insert apparatus is shaped to fit within an inside channel of a rain gutter. Optionally, the apparatus may include a cover panel, comprising a screen, attached to the top of the insert body. Additionally, the apparatus may include a panel provided with holes therethrough, covering the screen panel. In use, the insert apparatus is placed inside of the gutter channel so as to substantially fill part of the channel, blocking entry of debris into the gutter. When placed in the gutter channel, the insert apparatus substantially prevents foreign matter such as leaves, twigs, pine needles, etc, from collecting in the channel. The insert apparatus may be configured to leave an open flow path therebelow when installed in the gutter.
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Groth Brian M
Groth Frank R
Blackman William D.
Carrier Joseph P.
Carrier Blackman & Associates P.C.
Upton Christopher
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