Hidden fastener formed in situ during attachment of sheathing onto a support member
US8555570B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 27, 2011 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 6, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/44
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A concealed fastener is formed in situ during attachment of a first grooved sheathing member to an underlying support member. The concealed fastener rigidly attaches the first sheathing member, and permits subsequent installation of an adjoining sheathing member while providing for proper spacing between adjacent sheathing members.
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