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Fence with plugged openings and methods of plugging same

US6994326B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJan 20, 2004
Grant dateFeb 7, 2006
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Expiry dateFeb 3, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE04H17/143
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A fence with hollow posts and rails uses a flexible plug that is placed in insect entry path blocking position by sliding the plug into a fence rail in a direction that is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the plug. A friction fit between shoulders on the plug and a rib and ledge inside of the rail is attained by the relative spacing of the shoulders to the spacing of the rib and ledge.

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