Wall panel system
US8322102B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 12, 2012 |
| Grant date | Dec 4, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 12, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04B2002/7462
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A modular wall system 10 includes a number of decorative panels that are received in an extruded panel frame 22. The panel frames 22 are positioned by connecting them to a wall rail 16 that is attached to the building. The wall rail 16 and the panel frame 22 each have a groove 52, 62 that accepts a fastener or clip 18 by interference or snap fit to attach the panel frame 22 to the wall rail 16. The grooves 52, 62 have a dove-tail shape that permits a snap fit to secure the panels 12 yet permit the panels to be easily removed or reconfigured.
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