Interlocking roofing panel system and method
US11718994B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 8, 2022 |
| Grant date | Aug 8, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 8, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04D3/38
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An interlocking panel system for covering a base surface with interlocking panels to prevent water ingress is provided. A first panel includes a sheet-like section, a receptacle connected to the sheet-like section, a first projection and a second projection. An interlock includes an interlock hook portion and an interlock receiving portion with the interlock configured to be inserted into the receptacle of the first panel and at least one of the interlock hook portion or the receptacle preventing the interlock from being withdrawn from the first panel. A second panel includes a sheet-like portion and a second panel hook portion configured to be inserted into the interlock receiving portion and engage with the second projection of the first panel. At least one of the second panel hook portion or the second projection preventing the second panel from being withdrawn from the first panel and/or interlock.
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