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Linear panel ceilings and the like

US4646506A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateDec 27, 1985
Grant dateMar 3, 1987
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Expiry dateDec 27, 2005

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE04B9/26
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A linear panel ceiling system is disclosed in which generally U-shaped elongated panels can be mounted in abutting relationship or in a spaced relationship. When the panels are installed in a spaced relationship, an insert is snapped into a groove extending lengthwise the adjacent panels to close the space between adjacent panels. The insert is supported throughout its length and does not tend to lift when pressure differential exists across the insert. The side legs of the panels are inclined inwardly a small amount so that when the panels are installed in an abutting relationship with the panel faces abutting, the legs diverge to allow installation and/or removal of panels from the mounting brackets.

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