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Doorframe construction

US4281480A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 21, 1979
Grant dateAug 4, 1981
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Expiry dateJun 21, 1999

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE06B1/34
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A doorframe assembly for hollow-wall partition construction is disclosed and comprises metal backer jamb members adapted for attachment to opposite sides of a door opening, a metal header member adapted for attachment to an upper horizontal side of a door opening, vinyl jamb members snap-engaged with the metal backer jamb members, a vinyl header cover snap-engaged with the metal header member, hinge plate means for supporting a door attached within a hinge plate recess along a wall portion of a vinyl jamb member at the hinge side of the door opening, strike plate means adapted for receiving lockset means attached within a strike plate recess along a wall portion of a vinyl jamb member at the lockset side of the door opening, wherein said assembly provides an easily installed, finished, and mortised construction.

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