Siding having a staple hem
US10557271B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 23, 2016 |
| Grant date | Feb 11, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 23, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04F13/0864
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A siding panel having a staple hem with at least one slotted hole or other aperture configured to accommodate a free-floating staple. An added thickness portion extends from and overlaps a portion of the staple hem and is configured to limit the depth the staple may penetrate into the aperture. A tongue extends from and below the staple hem and is configured to accommodate a corresponding groove. At least one exterior panel or other configuration extends below and from the tongue. In an exemplary embodiment, a groove configured to mate with a corresponding tongue extends from the last exterior panel.
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