Cap and base assembly for a fence post
US6994327B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 13, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 7, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 13, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04H17/006
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A cap assembly for a fence post comprises a molded upper base member, with a molded cap, preferably snapped together by internal prong-and-ear fasteners, or molded as a single piece, or as vertical halves fastened together. Various ornamental configurations are disclosed, such as New England cap, Ball cap or Gothic Spire cap. The components are brought together to make a hollow structure giving the appearance of a machined wood or plastic ornamental fence post cap.
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