Continuous flexible spacer assembly having sealant support member
US8230661B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 31, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jul 31, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 31, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T156/1002
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A spacer and sealant assembly comprising a sealant support member having a planar surface bounded by first and second edges wherein said first and second edges have at least one pleated portion, a plastic shim having at least one undulating portion in contact with said first and second edges of said stretchable sealant support member so that said at least one pleated portion is oriented inward into said at least one undulating portion of said shim, a sealant joined to at least said first and second edges of said sealant support member.
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