Gutter system
US6041556A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 4, 1997 |
| Grant date | Mar 28, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 4, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04D2013/0866
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A gutter system employs a tube such as PVC pipe to fit over the edge of a roof so that part of the roof resides within the interior of the tube. One or more fasteners such as screws secure the position of the tube. In a preferred embodiment, a first drainage spout connected to the tube collects water and other debris which can be drained out of the spout by removing a cap which is preferably located at the bottom of the spout. A second drainage spout is connected to the first and acts as an overflow spout when the first drainage spout is full.
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