Window buck system for concrete walls and method of installing a window
US6550194B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 13, 2001 |
| Grant date | Apr 22, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 14, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE06B1/6053
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A system and associated method for forming a window opening in a poured concrete wall and installing a window therein includes a two-piece reusable window buck having a retainer temporarily coupled thereto. The retainer becomes partially embedded in the poured concrete wall and after the window buck is removed from the window opening formed in the wall, the window is easily and conveniently installed in the window opening and secured therein by the window retainer and cooperating spring clip on the window frame without the need for additional mechanical fasteners or tools.
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