Quick release fastener for hurricane shutters
US7766573B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 20, 2006 |
| Grant date | Aug 3, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 3, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/608
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A quick release fastener mechanism for easy installation and removal of conventional hurricane storm shutters over and from a window or door of a structure. The device comprises a removable stud for engaging and securing the hurricane shutters and a spring-actuated panel fastener that includes a leaf spring and hinged locking element to engage and hold the removable stud in position. The quick release fastener is installed and removed from outside the building by actuating or depressing a lever end of the hinged locking element to lock or to unlock and release the removable stud from within the spring-actuated panel fastener.
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