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Entryway with articulating threshold

US9528314B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 20, 2015
Grant dateDec 27, 2016
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Expiry dateMay 20, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE06B7/2316
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

An articulating threshold cap for use with a sill. The cap may include a substantially rigid body. The body can have a top wall, a first channel disposed below the top wall, the first channel configured to be engaged with a dam of the sill, and a second channel disposed below the top wall. The cap may also include a spring positioned below the top wall and at least partially within the second channel. The spring is configured to bias at least a portion of the top wall upward.

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