Synthetic flooring apparatus
US9863155B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 1, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jan 9, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 1, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04F2201/021
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A modular floor tile is disclosed having a top surface. A plurality of edge surfaces defines a perimeter about the top surface and a support system is disposed at least partially beneath the top surface. A locking system allows for flexible displacement of a laterally extending protrusion having a flexible wall while placing a downward facing protrusion therein and/or allows for flexible displacement of the flexible walls of a downward facing protrusion while placing said downward facing protrusion into the laterally extending protrusion.
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