Pre-fabricated deflection absorbent modular wall system
US10480179B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 29, 2017 |
| Grant date | Nov 19, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 29, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04B2002/0276
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An L-bracket is provided to support manufacturered wall panels in a wall system. The L-bracket is attached to structural support members, such as floors, or hollow structural sections, so that any deflections in the floor system are accommodated in the wall panels. Each wall panel may be pre-fabricated to include shealthing, air/vapor barrier and insulation. Fasteners attach the shealthing of the wall panels to the L-bracket. Tape or strips may be applied between adjoining panels to provide a continuous air/vapor barrier for the wall system, and gaps in the insulation layer allows the air/vapor barrier to be sealed and inspected.
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