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Strengthening wood frame construction against wind damage

US8474207B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 12, 2012
Grant dateJul 2, 2013
Priority date
Expiry dateJun 12, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE04G2023/0248
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

This invention provides for reinforced wood structures including framing members and a method to reinforce the connection between structural members to increase the load bearing capacity of framing member intersections by covering the intersecting wood framing members with a layer of a liquid elastomer including polyurea.

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