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E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like 75
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1.

Architectural panel

      
Application Number 29806232
Grant Number D1058002
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-09-01
First Publication Date 2025-01-14
Grant Date 2025-01-14
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Smith, Timothy M
  • Salembier, Christophe P

2.

Ceiling panel

      
Application Number 29762443
Grant Number D1010161
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-12-16
First Publication Date 2024-01-02
Grant Date 2024-01-02
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Baxter, Nathan J.
  • Pawlak, Samuel D.
  • Harnish, Scott D.
  • Hanuschak, Ryan D.
  • Friez, Nicholas J.
  • Canfijn, Nathan H.
  • Depaul, Marie A.
  • Place, Kain A.

3.

Ceiling system having a plurality of different panels

      
Application Number 18216731
Grant Number 12258756
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-30
First Publication Date 2023-10-26
Grant Date 2025-03-25
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Baxter, Nathan J
  • Pawlak, Samuel D
  • Harnish, Scott D
  • Hanuschak, Ryan D
  • Friez, Nicholas J
  • Canfijn, Nathan H
  • Depaul, Marie A
  • Place, Kain A

Abstract

A ceiling system is provided for use in a building space having a plurality of walls. The ceiling system includes a grid system that extends to at least two of the plurality of walls and separates the building space into an occupiable space below the grid system and a plenum space above the grid system; and a plurality of ceiling tiles that are supported by the grid system and, with the grid system, create a barrier between the occupiable space and the plenum space, the plurality of ceiling tiles including three different polygonal non-rectangular ceiling tiles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 9/12 - Connections between non-parallel members of the supporting construction

4.

Coating composition

      
Application Number 18195844
Grant Number 12264264
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-05-10
First Publication Date 2023-09-07
Grant Date 2025-04-01
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Hughes, John E
  • Huntzinger, Suzanne M

Abstract

Described herein is a building panel comprising a body having a first major surface opposite a second major surface and a side surface extending therebetween, a coating applied to at least one of the first major surface, the second major surface, or the side surface, the coating comprising a binder, and a pigment composition comprising titanium dioxide, an alkali metal silicate, and a clay; wherein the titanium dioxide is present in an amount ranging from about 3.0 wt. % to about 15.0 wt. % based on the total weight of the pigment composition.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 7/62 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic modified by treatment with other compounds
  • C08K 13/06 - Pretreated ingredients and ingredients covered by the main groups
  • C09D 131/04 - Homopolymers or copolymers of vinyl acetate
  • C09D 133/08 - Homopolymers or copolymers of acrylic acid esters

5.

Stable coating compositions and methods of preparing and using the same

      
Application Number 18115701
Grant Number 12269962
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-28
First Publication Date 2023-09-07
Grant Date 2025-04-08
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Hughes, John E.
  • Zhang, Linzhu
  • Shearer, Lori Jo L.

Abstract

2 encapsulated within a precipitated calcium carbonate shell; calcined diatomaceous earth; calcium chloride, aluminum hydroxide; and vinyl acrylic polymer. Described herein are also building panels coated with the coating composition and methods of their formation.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 157/00 - Coating compositions based on unspecified polymers obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
  • C09D 1/00 - Coating compositions, e.g. paints, varnishes or lacquers, based on inorganic substances
  • C09D 7/20 - Diluents or solvents
  • C09D 7/61 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic
  • C09D 7/63 - Additives non-macromolecular organic

6.

Acoustical building panel, monolithic surface covering system incorporating an acoustical building panel, and methods of forming and installing the same

      
Application Number 18140430
Grant Number 12221784
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-27
First Publication Date 2023-08-24
Grant Date 2025-02-11
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Kragness, Eric D
  • Waltemyer, Alexandra G
  • Cavanaugh, Jason T
  • Hughes, John E
  • Shearer, Lori Jo L
  • Torre, Bartolo J
  • Dinkel, Allan L.

Abstract

An acoustical building panel is disclosed that comprises a fibrous panel comprising: a central portion having a first major surface; a perimeter portion surrounding the central portion; a recess press-formed into the perimeter portion, the recess circumscribing the first major surface and comprising a recess floor surface; a second major surface opposite the first major surface; and side edge surfaces that define a perimeter of the fibrous panel and extend from the second major surface to the recess floor surface.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04C 2/16 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of wood, fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the likeBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of plasticsBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of foamed products of fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the like
  • E04B 1/99 - Room acoustics, i.e. forms of, or arrangements in, rooms for influencing or directing sound

7.

Soil and dirt repellent powder coatings

      
Application Number 18138347
Grant Number 12122934
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-24
First Publication Date 2023-08-17
Grant Date 2024-10-22
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Masia, Steven L.
  • Wang, Michelle X.
  • Caldwell, Kenneth G.

Abstract

A dirt repellant panel coated with a powder coating composition that includes a polymeric binder and an anionic fluorosurfactant present in an amount ranging from about 0.1 wt. % to about 4 wt. %.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 175/06 - Polyurethanes from polyesters
  • B05D 1/12 - Applying particulate materials
  • B05D 3/02 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by baking
  • C08G 18/42 - Polycondensates having carboxylic or carbonic ester groups in the main chain
  • C08G 18/80 - Masked polyisocyanates
  • C08K 5/00 - Use of organic ingredients
  • C08K 5/02 - Halogenated hydrocarbons
  • C08K 5/49 - Phosphorus-containing compounds
  • C08K 5/521 - Esters of phosphoric acids, e.g. of H3PO4
  • C08K 9/04 - Ingredients treated with organic substances
  • C09D 5/03 - Powdery paints
  • C09D 5/16 - Anti-fouling paintsUnderwater paints
  • C09D 133/06 - Homopolymers or copolymers of esters of esters containing only carbon, hydrogen and oxygen, the oxygen atom being present only as part of the carboxyl radical
  • C09D 133/14 - Homopolymers or copolymers of esters of esters containing halogen, nitrogen, sulfur or oxygen atoms in addition to the carboxy oxygen
  • C09D 167/00 - Coating compositions based on polyesters obtained by reactions forming a carboxylic ester link in the main chainCoating compositions based on derivatives of such polymers
  • C09D 175/04 - Polyurethanes

8.

Fire resistant adhesive compositions and methods of preparing and using the same

      
Application Number 18108592
Grant Number 12018180
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-11
First Publication Date 2023-08-17
Grant Date 2024-06-25
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Hughes, John E.
  • Zhang, Linzhu
  • Wang, Michelle X.

Abstract

Described herein is a fire-resistant adhesive coating composition which emits water vapor when exposed to fire. Such compositions comprise an ionic polyacrylate dispersant, aluminum hydroxide, silicate, and an alkoxylated alcohol. In certain embodiments, the composition comprises a solids content of at least about 44.2%, based on the wet weight of the composition. Also described herein are methods for making and using of such coating compositions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09J 1/02 - Adhesives based on inorganic constituents containing water-soluble alkali silicates
  • C09J 11/06 - Non-macromolecular additives organic
  • C09J 11/08 - Macromolecular additives

9.

Sag resistant, formaldehyde-free coated fibrous substrate

      
Application Number 18136068
Grant Number 12281238
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-18
First Publication Date 2023-08-10
Grant Date 2025-04-22
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Lu, Lida
  • Caldwell, Kenneth G.

Abstract

The present invention relates to an improved formaldehyde-free coated fibrous substrate. The coating includes a crosslinked binder system which forms three dimensional networks when heat cured. After the coating is applied to the back of fibrous substrate and cured, the coating is capable of hygroscopic expansion which imparts excellent anti-sag properties. The coating is compatible with other coating systems with neutral or mild alkaline pH. The improvement being the binding system is neutralized with a volatile base so that it evaporates quickly so as not to hinder the cross-linking reaction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 5/02 - Emulsion paints
  • C09D 7/63 - Additives non-macromolecular organic
  • C09D 133/02 - Homopolymers or copolymers of acidsMetal or ammonium salts thereof
  • E04C 2/16 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of wood, fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the likeBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of plasticsBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of foamed products of fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the like
  • E04C 2/24 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of wood, fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the likeBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of plasticsBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of foamed products laminated and composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , ,
  • C08K 5/053 - Polyhydroxylic alcohols
  • C09D 125/08 - Copolymers of styrene

10.

Humidity and sag resistant building panel

      
Application Number 18120653
Grant Number 12208602
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-13
First Publication Date 2023-07-20
Grant Date 2025-01-28
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Pape, James D.
  • Sirdeshpande, Gourish
  • Lefever, Joanne
  • Diffenbaugh, Kimberly
  • Myers, Jere
  • Felegi, Jr., John

Abstract

Described herein is a stain and sag resistant acoustic building panel comprising a porous body formed from building material and latex binder, wherein the building material may include fibers and filler and at one of the building materials has been pre-treated with a charge-modifying component, thereby enhancing the sag-resistance of the building panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • B32B 3/26 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids
  • B32B 5/26 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer another layer also being fibrous or filamentary
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
  • B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
  • E04B 2/00 - Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildingsWall construction with regard to insulationConnections specially adapted to walls
  • E04B 5/02 - Load-carrying floor structures formed substantially of prefabricated units
  • E04C 2/16 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of wood, fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the likeBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of plasticsBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of foamed products of fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the like
  • E04C 2/24 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of wood, fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the likeBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of plasticsBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of foamed products laminated and composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , ,
  • E04C 2/28 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups combinations of materials fully covered by groups and
  • E04C 2/284 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating
  • E04C 2/52 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by the shape or structure with special adaptations for auxiliary purposes, e.g. serving for locating conduits

11.

Ceiling grid hanger assembly with indexing tabs

      
Application Number 18107425
Grant Number 12006684
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-08
First Publication Date 2023-06-15
Grant Date 2024-06-11
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Place, Kain A.
  • Harnish, Scott D.
  • Markley, Jeffrey T.
  • White, Ian V.
  • Mcdermott, Ian
  • Hooper, Jr., James F.
  • Bergman, Todd M.
  • Rice, David E.

Abstract

A grid hanger assembly for mounting a ceiling system to an overhead support structure. The grid hanger assembly may include a mounting bracket having a mounting element and being configured for attachment to the overhead support structure and a hanger member. The hanger member may include an adjustment plate and a coupling member extending from the adjustment plate. The adjustment plate may include a plurality of mounting elements arranged in an axially spaced apart manner. The hanger may be mounted to the mounting bracket in a selected mounting position of a plurality of selectable mounting positions determined by sliding the hanger member relative to the mounting bracket in a direction of the vertical axis until a selected one of the plurality of mounting elements of the hanger member is aligned with the mounting element of the mounting bracket. A fastener may lock the hanger member to the mounting bracket.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/18 - Means for suspending the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/20 - Means for suspending the supporting construction adjustable
  • E04B 9/22 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction
  • F16B 7/04 - Clamping or clipping connections
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • F16B 2/24 - Clips, i.e. with gripping action effected solely by the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening of resilient material, e.g. rubbery material of metal

12.

Ceiling baffle

      
Application Number 29732201
Grant Number D0981600
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-04-22
First Publication Date 2023-03-21
Grant Date 2023-03-21
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Waters, James R.

13.

Multi-layer acoustical building panels

      
Application Number 17992503
Grant Number 12168871
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-11-22
First Publication Date 2023-03-16
Grant Date 2024-12-17
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Pham, Phi-Oanh R.
  • Browne, Sean D.

Abstract

The present invention is directed to an acoustic ceiling panel having a first major exposed surface opposite a second major exposed surface, the acoustic ceiling panel comprising: a first layer having an upper surface opposite a lower surface, the first layer comprising: a first body comprising a first major surface opposite a second major surface and a side surface extending between the first and second major surfaces, the first body being air-permeable; and a first attenuation coating applied to the first body; a second layer having an upper surface opposite a lower surface, the second layer comprising: a second body comprising a first major surface opposite a second major surface and a side surface extending between the first and second major surfaces, the second body being air-permeable; and a second attenuation coating applied to the second body; and an adhesive present between the first and second layers.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • B32B 5/26 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer another layer also being fibrous or filamentary
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
  • E04B 1/84 - Sound-absorbing elements
  • E04B 1/86 - Sound-absorbing elements slab-shaped

14.

Acoustical panel

      
Application Number 17874663
Grant Number 12215497
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-07-27
First Publication Date 2023-02-16
Grant Date 2025-02-04
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Frantz, William H.
  • Wiker, Anthony L.

Abstract

2. In certain embodiments, building panels and surface covering systems have superior fire resistant qualities.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 1/00 - Constructions in generalStructures which are not restricted either to walls, e.g. partitions, or floors or ceilings or roofs
  • E04B 1/86 - Sound-absorbing elements slab-shaped
  • E04B 1/84 - Sound-absorbing elements

15.

Ceiling system

      
Application Number 17955741
Grant Number 11946249
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-09-29
First Publication Date 2023-01-26
Grant Date 2024-04-02
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Baxter, Nathan J.
  • Watson, Stephanie J.

Abstract

A ceiling system including a carrier component and at least one removably mounted thereto. The carrier component may extend along a first longitudinal axis and may have a body portion and a plurality of support members extending from the body portion in a spaced apart manner along the first longitudinal axis. The at least one panel may be removably mounted to the carrier component by simultaneous engagement with a first support member of the plurality of support members and a second support member of the plurality of support members. At least a portion of the first and second support members may be located within a cavity of the at least one panel when the at least one panel is mounted to the carrier component.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/22 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/36 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type consisting of parallel slats
  • E04B 9/26 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction by means of snap action of elastically deformable elements

16.

System for applying a coating to a workpiece

      
Application Number 17896364
Grant Number 11951509
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-08-26
First Publication Date 2022-12-29
Grant Date 2024-04-09
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nalin, Sebastien G.
  • Huntzinger, Scott L.
  • Hartman, Jr., John J.
  • Lu, Lida
  • Kragness, Eric D.

Abstract

An applicator head for a vacuum coating system includes a manifold shell having opposing shell plates, each including a conduit attachment coupled to a shell aperture. An applicator manifold is affixed to each shell plate. Each applicator manifold includes two coupled manifold plates, with one including a manifold aperture, and each is affixed to the respective shell plate so that each manifold aperture aligns with the respective shell aperture. An applicator channel is formed between the manifold plates of each applicator manifold, and the applicator channel is fluidically coupled to the manifold aperture of each respective applicator manifold. Each applicator channel forms an applicator port at a leading edge of each respective applicator manifold, and each leading edge is configured to be complementary in shape to an edge of a workpiece to be coated. First and second face plates are disposed over the leading edges of the applicator manifolds.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B05C 5/02 - Apparatus in which liquid or other fluent material is projected, poured or allowed to flow on to the surface of the work from an outlet device in contact, or almost in contact, with the work
  • B05B 1/14 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with multiple outlet openingsNozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with strainers in or outside the outlet opening
  • B05B 1/30 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to control volume of flow, e.g. with adjustable passages
  • B05B 1/04 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to produce a jet, spray, or other discharge of particular shape or nature, e.g. in single drops in flat form, e.g. fan-like, sheet-like
  • B05B 14/00 - Arrangements for collecting, re-using or eliminating excess spraying material
  • B05C 9/06 - Apparatus or plant for applying liquid or other fluent material to surfaces by means not covered by groups , or in which the means of applying the liquid or other fluent material is not important for applying two different liquids or other fluent materials, or the same liquid or other fluent material twice, to the same side of the work
  • B05C 9/08 - Apparatus or plant for applying liquid or other fluent material to surfaces by means not covered by groups , or in which the means of applying the liquid or other fluent material is not important for applying liquid or other fluent material and performing an auxiliary operation

17.

High sound attenuation building panels

      
Application Number 17899268
Grant Number 11808037
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-08-30
First Publication Date 2022-12-29
Grant Date 2023-11-07
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Oleske, Peter J
  • Garman, Robert C.
  • Peterson, Jacob D.
  • Mearig, Stephen G.

Abstract

Described herein is an acoustic ceiling panel comprising: a first air-permeable body comprising a first major surface opposite a second major surface and a side surface extending between the first and second major surfaces, the first body having an NRC value of at least 0.5 as measured between the first and second major surfaces of the first body; and an attenuation coating applied to the second major surface of the body and the side surface of the body, whereby the attenuation coating seals at least a portion of the second major surface and the side surface of the body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 1/86 - Sound-absorbing elements slab-shaped
  • E04B 1/84 - Sound-absorbing elements

18.

Ceiling system

      
Application Number 17829599
Grant Number 12037787
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-06-01
First Publication Date 2022-09-15
Grant Date 2024-07-16
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Duschl, Robert A.

Abstract

A ceiling panel having an upper face, a lower face opposite the upper face, and first through fourth edges having a first edge portion adjacent the upper face and a second edge portion below the first edge portion. Each of the first and second edges may have a tongue and each of the third and fourth edges may have a groove. The first edge portion of each of the third and fourth edges may include a first flange having a distal surface. The first edge portion of each of the first and second edges may include a first recess having a first recess wall surface. The first flange may nest within the first recess of an identical adjacent ceiling panel with the distal surface of the first flange of the ceiling panel being spaced from the first recess wall surface of the first recess of the identical adjacent ceiling panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 2/00 - Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildingsWall construction with regard to insulationConnections specially adapted to walls
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/28 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like having grooves engaging with horizontal flanges of the supporting construction or accessory means connected thereto

19.

Ceiling system with air movement

      
Application Number 17824322
Grant Number 11859854
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-05-25
First Publication Date 2022-09-08
Grant Date 2024-01-02
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Frantz, William H.

Abstract

A ceiling system is provided that has a ceiling structure suspended within a space of a building thereby dividing the space into an occupied space below the ceiling structure and a plenum space above the ceiling structure; a panel structure supported by the ceiling structure and having an opening; a pressurized air passageway aligned with the opening, the pressurized air passageway having an outlet; and an inductive air passageway adjacent the pressurized air passageway, the inductive air passageway having an inlet and an outlet. The pressurized air passageway and the inductive air passageway are configured such that pressurized air passing through the outlet of the pressurized air passageway induces an induced air flow out of the outlet of the inductive air passageway.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F24F 7/06 - Ventilation with ducting systems with forced air circulation, e.g. by fan
  • F24F 13/068 - Outlets for directing or distributing air into rooms or spaces, e.g. ceiling air diffuser formed as perforated walls, ceilings or floors
  • F24F 13/075 - Outlets for directing or distributing air into rooms or spaces, e.g. ceiling air diffuser having parallel rods or lamellae directing the outflow, e.g. the rods or lamellae being individually adjustable
  • F24F 13/08 - Air-flow control members, e.g. louvres, grilles, flaps or guide plates
  • E04B 9/02 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation having means for ventilation or vapour discharge
  • F24F 13/18 - Air-flow control members, e.g. louvres, grilles, flaps or guide plates specially adapted for insertion in flat panels, e.g. in door or window-pane

20.

Ceiling system

      
Application Number 17750357
Grant Number 11753822
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-05-22
First Publication Date 2022-09-08
Grant Date 2023-09-12
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Holdridge, Daniel M.

Abstract

Described herein is a spring clip for mounting ceiling panels equipped with torsion springs to a ceiling support grid. The spring clip includes a body including a mounting portion defining a downwardly open receptacle configured for receiving a portion of a ceiling grid support member of the ceiling support grid, the downwardly open receptacle extending along a receptacle axis from a first side open end to a second side open end; and a pair of lateral flanges extending transversely outwards from the mounting portion and terminating in lateral edges, at least one of the flanges includes a slot extending parallel to the receptacle axis and configured to receive arms of a torsion spring, and a lateral opening extending from the lateral edge to the slot to allow lateral insertion of the arms of the torsion spring into the slot.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/26 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction by means of snap action of elastically deformable elements
  • E04B 9/10 - Connections between parallel members of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like

21.

Linear surface covering system

      
Application Number 17386168
Grant Number 12049759
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-07-27
First Publication Date 2022-07-21
Grant Date 2024-07-30
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Baxter, Nathan J.
  • Krantz-Lilienthal, Eric

Abstract

The invention relates to a surface covering system, and, more specifically, to an improved linear surface covering system. The improvement includes each plank of the system having multi-directionally cut grooves. The improvement further includes clip projections which conform substantially to a notch formed by the multi-directional grooves. The system also includes an improved splice plate for stabilizing two adjacent planks positioned in end-to-end relation.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/26 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction by means of snap action of elastically deformable elements
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04B 9/36 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type consisting of parallel slats

22.

Overhead grid assembly, bracket member thereof, and ceiling system including the same

      
Application Number 17545523
Grant Number 11873643
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-08
First Publication Date 2022-06-16
Grant Date 2024-01-16
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Harnish, Scott D.

Abstract

An overhead grid assembly for a suspended ceiling system and a bracket member thereof. The overhead grid assembly may include first and second support members having first and second longitudinal axes that are arranged in an intersecting manner to form a grid. The bracket member may include a first part having a first channel and a second part having a second channel. The bracket member is arranged to maintain the first and second support members in a desirable orientation relative to each other. Thus, a portion of the first support member may nest within the first channel and a portion of the second support member may nest within the second channel. The first and second parts of the bracket assembly may be rotatable relative to one another to ensure that the bracket assembly can be coupled to the first and second support members regardless of their relative orientation.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/16 - Connections between non-parallel members of the supporting construction the members lying in different planes

23.

Panel assembly for a suspended ceiling system, corner bracket thereof, and related methods

      
Application Number 17549032
Grant Number 11879250
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-13
First Publication Date 2022-06-16
Grant Date 2024-01-23
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Harnish, Scott D.

Abstract

A panel assembly for a suspended ceiling system, an adjustable corner bracket thereof, and a method of assembling such a panel assembly. The panel assembly may include a ceiling panel having a groove in its rear surface, a plurality of suspension bars disposed within the groove along the sides thereof, and a plurality of corner brackets disposed within the groove along the corners thereof. The corner brackets may include a first arm portion extending along a first arm axis and a second arm portion extending along a second arm axis. The corner brackets may be adjustable to alter an angle measured between the first and second arm axes so that the corner brackets may be used in different grooves having different shapes.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/22 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like

24.

Building panel coatings

      
Application Number 17538678
Grant Number 11999870
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-11-30
First Publication Date 2022-06-09
Grant Date 2024-06-04
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Smith, David A.
  • Fazzini, Anna G.
  • Capers, Dino J.
  • Busque, Christian

Abstract

Described herein are panel coating compositions, building panel and a ceiling panel assembly having such coating compositions. The coating compositions are useful in obtaining stable and splotch-free finished paint on large panels.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 5/18 - Fireproof paints
  • C09D 5/02 - Emulsion paints
  • C09D 7/45 - Anti-settling agents
  • C09D 7/61 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic
  • C09D 7/65 - Additives macromolecular
  • C09D 131/04 - Homopolymers or copolymers of vinyl acetate
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04C 2/02 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials
  • E04B 9/28 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like having grooves engaging with horizontal flanges of the supporting construction or accessory means connected thereto

25.

Ceiling system

      
Application Number 17669948
Grant Number 11761205
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-02-11
First Publication Date 2022-05-26
Grant Date 2023-09-19
Owner AWI LICENSING LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Harnish, Scott D.
  • Canfijn, Nathan H.

Abstract

A grid mounting system for a suspended ceiling system in one embodiment includes a support structure and a mounting bracket coupled to the support structure. An elongated first grid member is pivotably coupled to the mounting bracket about a pivot axis defined by a pivot member. The first grid member is movable about the pivot axis in a plurality of angular mounting positions. In one embodiment, the grid mounting system further includes a second grid member which may be pivotably or fixedly coupled to the mounting bracket. The support structure may be a wall or perimeter trim bracket attached to the wall in some installations.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/14 - Connections between non-parallel members of the supporting construction all the members being discontinuous and lying at least partly in the same plane

26.

Apparatus and system for dynamic acoustic drop ceiling system and methods thereof

      
Application Number 17534051
Grant Number 11834827
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-11-23
First Publication Date 2022-05-26
Grant Date 2023-12-05
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Headley, Dustin
  • Gillette, Jason

Abstract

An acoustic drop ceiling product, a dynamic acoustic drop ceiling system and related methods that include multiple differently shaped drop ceiling products that can be quickly and easily installed into a backer panel and ten onto construction drop ceiling hangers, to provide an aesthetically pleasing image, such as an undulating image, along with a reduction in unwanted noise or room acoustics.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 9/36 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type consisting of parallel slats
  • E04B 9/34 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type

27.

Gasketed ceiling system

      
Application Number 17525505
Grant Number 11866937
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-11-12
First Publication Date 2022-05-19
Grant Date 2024-01-09
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Frantz, William H.
  • Oleske, Peter J.

Abstract

A suspended ceiling system in one embodiment includes a grid support member and a ceiling panel supported on the member. A resiliently compressible gasket is disposed at the interface between the grid support member and peripheral edge of the panel. The gasket may be fixedly attached to the panel peripheral edge in the factory under controlled conditions before shipment to the ceiling installation site. In one embodiment, the gasket may be adhesively attached to the panel. Mounting the ceiling panel on the grid support member compresses the gasket to preferably form a minimally visible air leakage resistant seal between the air plenum space above the ceiling panels and the occupied space below. This retards air exchange between the spaces which enhances heating/cooling efficiency, noise reduction and allows formation of pressurized clean rooms.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction

28.

Mounting hardware and mounting system for vertical panels

      
Application Number 17575295
Grant Number 12258757
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-01-13
First Publication Date 2022-05-05
Grant Date 2025-03-25
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Bergman, Todd M.

Abstract

A mounting clip and a system for mounting a vertical panel from a support member suspended from a ceiling. The mounting clip has a panel mounting section, a support member receiving portion, and a movable mounting section. The support member receiving portion extends from the panel mounting section. The movable mounting section can be rotated relative to the support member receiving portion to secure the mounting clip to the support member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 9/20 - Means for suspending the supporting construction adjustable
  • E04B 9/22 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/34 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type
  • E04B 9/36 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type consisting of parallel slats
  • G09F 7/18 - Means for attaching signs, plates, panels, or boards to a supporting structure

29.

Ceiling system and method of installation

      
Application Number 17495437
Grant Number 12018486
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-10-06
First Publication Date 2022-04-14
Grant Date 2024-06-25
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Depaul, Marie A.

Abstract

A ceiling system is provided for use in a building space. The ceiling system has an open cell grid structure and is attached to a support structure of the building via hanging hardware. The open cell grid structure is constructed of a plurality of bottom panels attached to the hanging hardware, a plurality of middle panels attached to the plurality of bottom panels, and a plurality of top panels attached to the plurality of middle panels. The bottom, middle, and top panels are arranged in a plurality of rows and arranged to ensure that the plurality of panels form an interconnected system capable of being extended to any size desired by a user.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/34 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type

30.

Sleeve packaging

      
Application Number 17545193
Grant Number 11679922
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-08
First Publication Date 2022-03-24
Grant Date 2023-06-20
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Coble, Amanda Worley
  • Johnson, James R.
  • Grinsted, Gary A.

Abstract

Described herein is a packaging system comprising a sleeve having a plurality of sides, an open top, and an open bottom, each of the sides having an inner surface, an inner liner located on the inner surfaces of the sides of the sleeve, the inner liner having an inner surface that defines a cavity, a plurality of building panels located in the cavity, and an outer wrapping surrounding at least a portion of the sleeve and at least a portion of the plurality of building panels.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 75/00 - Packages comprising articles or materials partially or wholly enclosed in strips, sheets, blanks, tubes or webs of flexible sheet material, e.g. in folded wrappers
  • B65D 85/46 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for articles particularly sensitive to damage by shock or pressure for bricks, tiles or building blocks
  • B65D 71/06 - Bundles of articles held together by packaging elements for convenience of storage or transport, e.g. portable segregating carrier for plural receptacles such as beer cans or pop bottlesBales of material comprising a plurality of articles completely or mainly held together by packaging elements, e.g. under tension
  • B65B 53/00 - Shrinking wrappers, containers, container covers or container cover securing members during or after packaging
  • B65B 5/06 - Packaging groups of articles, the groups being treated as single articles
  • B65G 49/06 - Conveying systems characterised by their application for specified purposes not otherwise provided for for fragile or damageable materials or articles for fragile sheets, e.g. glass
  • B65B 23/20 - Packaging plate glass, tiles, or shingles
  • B65B 51/02 - Applying adhesives or sealing liquids
  • B65B 61/22 - Auxiliary devices, not otherwise provided for, for operating on sheets, blanks, webs, binding material, containers or packages for adding cards, coupons or other inserts to package contents for placing protecting sheets, plugs, or wads over contents, e.g. cotton-wool in bottles of pills
  • B65B 53/02 - Shrinking wrappers, containers, container covers or container cover securing members during or after packaging by heat
  • B29C 65/52 - Applying the adhesive

31.

High solids coatings for building panels

      
Application Number 17529540
Grant Number 11898049
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-11-18
First Publication Date 2022-03-10
Grant Date 2024-02-13
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Hughes, John E.
  • Masia, Steven L

Abstract

Described herein is a coating composition suitable for application to a building panel. The coating composition comprises inorganic pigment, liquid carrier, and a humectant comprising a first ester-containing compound. The liquid carrier may be present in an amount ranging from about 10 wt. % to about 30 wt. % based on the total weight of the coating composition. Described herein are also building panels coated with the coating composition and methods of their production.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 131/04 - Homopolymers or copolymers of vinyl acetate
  • C08K 3/22 - OxidesHydroxides of metals
  • C08K 3/26 - CarbonatesBicarbonates
  • C09D 7/63 - Additives non-macromolecular organic
  • E04C 2/04 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of concrete or other stone-like materialBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of asbestos cement
  • C09D 7/61 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic
  • C09D 7/43 - Thickening agents
  • C09D 7/45 - Anti-settling agents
  • C08K 5/10 - EstersEther-esters
  • C08K 3/34 - Silicon-containing compounds
  • E04C 2/00 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels
  • C09D 7/06 - Use of compounds as levelling agents

32.

Ceiling panel attachment assembly

      
Application Number 17409342
Grant Number 11808038
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-08-23
First Publication Date 2022-02-24
Grant Date 2023-11-07
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Depaul, Marie A.

Abstract

Described herein is a method of installing a ceiling system comprising adhesively bonding together a ceiling panel and a magnetic attachment element to form a ceiling panel assembly, magnetically coupling the ceiling panel assembly to at least one suspended support element; and wherein the ceiling panel and the magnetic attachment element are adhesively bonded together a the time of installation.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like

33.

Ceiling system and method of installation

      
Application Number 17409369
Grant Number 11946250
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-08-23
First Publication Date 2022-02-24
Grant Date 2024-04-02
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Depaul, Marie A.

Abstract

A ceiling system is provided for use in a building space. The ceiling system has an open cell grid structure and is attached to a support structure of the building via hanging hardware. The open cell grid structure is constructed of a plurality of first panels attached to the hanging hardware, a plurality of second panels attached to the plurality of first panels, and a plurality of third panels attached to the plurality of second panels. The first, second, and third panels are attached via a plurality of slots which allow secure engagement and utilize gravity to retain them in the assembled condition. Beneficially, the plurality of second panels and the plurality of third panels are free of hanging hardware.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E06B 9/34 - Lamellar or like blinds, e.g. venetian blinds with horizontal lamellae, e.g. non-liftable roller type
  • E04B 1/84 - Sound-absorbing elements
  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04B 9/12 - Connections between non-parallel members of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/22 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/34 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type

34.

Mineral fiber compositions having enhanced biopersistent properties and methods for making and using the same

      
Application Number 17398225
Grant Number 12187635
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-08-10
First Publication Date 2022-02-10
Grant Date 2025-01-07
Owner AWI LICENSING LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Bischel, Marsha S.
  • Oleske, Peter J.

Abstract

Described herein are mineral fiber compositions having enhanced characteristics, such as biopersistence and resistance to heat induced shrinkage. Also described are methods for making and using the same. Such compositions may comprise manganese oxide and aluminum oxide.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C03C 13/06 - Mineral fibres, e.g. slag wool, mineral wool, rock wool
  • C03C 3/062 - Glass compositions containing silica with less than 40% silica by weight
  • C03C 3/087 - Glass compositions containing silica with 40% to 90% silica by weight containing aluminium oxide or an iron compound containing an oxide of a divalent metal containing calcium oxide, e.g. common sheet or container glass
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like

35.

Surface covering system and method and apparatus for covering a surface

      
Application Number 17451752
Grant Number 11845258
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-10-21
First Publication Date 2022-02-03
Grant Date 2023-12-19
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Chang, Ying
  • Wang, Michelle

Abstract

Described herein is a method of covering a surface using a surface covering system. The surface may be a floor, a wall, or a ceiling. In one embodiment, the surface covering system includes a plurality of panels and an adhesive tape that is configured to detachably couple the panels to the surface. The adhesive tape may include a substrate-side adhesive component, a panel-side adhesive component, and a release component between the substrate-side and panel-side adhesive components. The panels may be detachably coupled to the substrate by the adhesive tape such that at least one adhesive layer of the substrate-side adhesive component is adhered to the substrate, at least one adhesive layer of the panel-side adhesive component is adhered to the rear surfaces of the panels, and the release component is between the substrate-side adhesive component and the panel-side adhesive component.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 7/06 - Interconnection of layers permitting easy separation
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties

36.

Coating humidification system

      
Application Number 17349701
Grant Number 11919033
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-06-16
First Publication Date 2021-12-30
Grant Date 2024-03-05
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Pohl, James M.
  • Baldwin, Christine J.
  • Hake, Jeffrey A.
  • Frantz, William H.

Abstract

Described herein is a coating system comprising an applicator head that is configured to apply a coating to a surface of a workpiece, a shroud comprising a housing and an internal cavity located inside of the housing, and a humidifying apparatus comprising an output that is fluidly coupled to the shroud, wherein the humidifying apparatus configured to introduce a quantity of humid air to the internal cavity of the shroud.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B05C 5/02 - Apparatus in which liquid or other fluent material is projected, poured or allowed to flow on to the surface of the work from an outlet device in contact, or almost in contact, with the work
  • B05B 16/40 - Construction elements specially adapted therefor, e.g. floors, walls or ceilings
  • B05B 16/60 - Ventilation arrangements specially adapted therefor
  • B05C 9/12 - Apparatus or plant for applying liquid or other fluent material to surfaces by means not covered by groups , or in which the means of applying the liquid or other fluent material is not important for applying liquid or other fluent material and performing an auxiliary operation the auxiliary operation being performed after the application
  • B05D 3/04 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by exposure to gases

37.

High performance coatings for building panels

      
Application Number 17403545
Grant Number 11840633
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-08-16
First Publication Date 2021-12-09
Grant Date 2023-12-12
Owner AWI LICENSING LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Masia, Steven L.
  • Wang, Michelle X.
  • Caldwell, Kenneth G.

Abstract

The present invention is directed to dirt and anti-microbial resistant compositions and articles that include a powder coating composition formed from a precursor including polymeric binder resin, cross-linker, and a blend of liquid carrier and anionic fluorosurfactant. The powder coating may be formed using a liquid-based anionic fluorosurfactant wherein the solids content of the anionic fluorosurfactant within the precursor is from about 13 wt. % to about 28 wt. %.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 5/03 - Powdery paints
  • C09D 5/16 - Anti-fouling paintsUnderwater paints
  • C09D 5/14 - Paints containing biocides, e.g. fungicides, insecticides or pesticides
  • C08J 7/04 - Coating
  • C08J 7/043 - Improving the adhesiveness of the coatings per se, e.g. forming primers
  • C09D 7/40 - Additives
  • B29C 71/02 - Thermal after-treatment
  • C08K 5/02 - Halogenated hydrocarbons
  • C08K 9/04 - Ingredients treated with organic substances
  • E04C 2/02 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials
  • C09D 133/16 - Homopolymers or copolymers of esters containing halogen atoms
  • C08L 33/16 - Homopolymers or copolymers of esters containing halogen atoms

38.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SEAMS IN RESILIENT SURFACE COVERING

      
Document Number 03183926
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-05-20
Open to Public Date 2021-11-25
Owner AFI LICENSING LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Rivas, Olga L.
  • Gething, Kristy L.

Abstract

Included are methods for sealing seams of resilient surface covering including the application of a curable composition at a seam and applying radiation to the curable composition. The radiation may be any suitable source such as UV or visible light.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B05D 1/26 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by applying the liquid or other fluent material from an outlet device in contact with, or almost in contact with, the surface
  • B05D 1/28 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by transfer from the surfaces of elements carrying the liquid or other fluent material, e.g. brushes, pads, rollers
  • B05D 3/06 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by exposure to radiation
  • B29C 63/02 - Lining or sheathing, i.e. applying preformed layers or sheathings of plasticsApparatus therefor using sheet or web-like material
  • B29C 65/48 - Joining of preformed partsApparatus therefor using adhesives
  • E04F 13/076 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of specially adapted, structured or shaped covering or lining elements characterised by the joints between neighbouring elements, e.g. with joint fillings or with tongue and groove connections
  • E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements
  • E04F 21/165 - Implements for finishing work on buildings for finishing joints, e.g. implements for raking or filling joints, jointers

39.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SEAMS IN RESILIENT SURFACE COVERING

      
Application Number US2021033509
Publication Number 2021/236994
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-05-20
Publication Date 2021-11-25
Owner AFI LICENSING LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Rivas, Olga L.
  • Gething, Kristy L.

Abstract

Included are methods for sealing seams of resilient surface covering including the application of a curable composition at a seam and applying radiation to the curable composition. The radiation may be any suitable source such as UV or visible light.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04F 13/076 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of specially adapted, structured or shaped covering or lining elements characterised by the joints between neighbouring elements, e.g. with joint fillings or with tongue and groove connections
  • B29C 65/48 - Joining of preformed partsApparatus therefor using adhesives
  • B29C 63/02 - Lining or sheathing, i.e. applying preformed layers or sheathings of plasticsApparatus therefor using sheet or web-like material
  • B05D 3/06 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by exposure to radiation
  • E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements
  • E04F 21/165 - Implements for finishing work on buildings for finishing joints, e.g. implements for raking or filling joints, jointers
  • B05D 1/26 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by applying the liquid or other fluent material from an outlet device in contact with, or almost in contact with, the surface
  • B05D 1/28 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by transfer from the surfaces of elements carrying the liquid or other fluent material, e.g. brushes, pads, rollers

40.

Collapsible structural frame system for a sheet-like building material

      
Application Number 17269820
Grant Number 11859379
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-08-30
First Publication Date 2021-10-07
Grant Date 2024-01-02
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Cavanaugh, Jason T.

Abstract

A collapsible structural frame configured to provide a structure to which building material sheets are attached to form a surface. The frame includes a first frame portion that corresponds to a first portion of the surface and is configured to receive a first sheet of the building material and a second frame portion that corresponds to a second portion of the surface and is configured to receive a second sheet of the building material. A pivoting mechanism attaches the second frame portion to the first frame portion and has a pivoting axis. The pivoting mechanism permits the second frame portion to rotate about the pivoting axis relative to the first frame portion from an undeployed state to a deployed state. A locking mechanism may fix a relative position of the first frame portion and the second frame portion in the deployed state.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 1/34 - Extraordinary structures, e.g. with suspended or cantilever parts supported by masts or tower-like structures enclosing elevators or stairsFeatures relating to the elastic stability
  • E04G 17/00 - Connecting or other auxiliary members for forms, falsework structures, or shutterings
  • E04G 17/14 - Bracing or strutting arrangements for formwallsDevices for aligning forms
  • E04D 13/15 - Trimming stripsEdge stripsFascias
  • E04B 1/344 - Structures characterised by movable, separable, or collapsible parts, e.g. for transport with hinged parts
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • E04G 1/14 - Comprising essentially pre-assembled two-dimensional frame-like elements, e.g. of rods in L- or H-shape, with or without bracing

41.

Architectural panel

      
Application Number 29718890
Grant Number D0932661
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-12-30
First Publication Date 2021-10-05
Grant Date 2021-10-05
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Smith, Timothy M
  • Salembier, Christophe P

42.

Ceiling system and carrier component thereof

      
Application Number 17211504
Grant Number 11486141
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-03-24
First Publication Date 2021-09-30
Grant Date 2022-11-01
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Baxter, Nathan J.
  • Watson, Stephanie J.

Abstract

A carrier component for a ceiling system and/or a ceiling system that includes the carrier component. The carrier component may include a body portion that extends along a first longitudinal axis and a plurality of support members that extend from the body portion in a spaced apart manner. Each of the support members may extend along a second longitudinal axis. Each of the support members may include a distal end, first and second ledges located on opposite sides of the second longitudinal axis, and third and fourth ledges located on opposite sides of the second longitudinal axis, the first and second ledges being closer to the distal end of the support members than the third and fourth ledges. One or more ceiling panels may be coupled to the carrier component via engagement with the first and second ledges or the third and fourth ledges of the support members.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/22 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/36 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type consisting of parallel slats
  • E04B 9/26 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction by means of snap action of elastically deformable elements

43.

Face coating for acoustical monolithic ceilings

      
Application Number 17315743
Grant Number 11828064
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-05-10
First Publication Date 2021-08-26
Grant Date 2023-11-28
Owner AWI LICENSING LLC (USA)
Inventor Masia, Steven L

Abstract

2.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 1/86 - Sound-absorbing elements slab-shaped
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like

44.

Sound attenuating building panels

      
Application Number 17165478
Grant Number 12017441
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-02-02
First Publication Date 2021-08-12
Grant Date 2024-06-25
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Pham, Phi-Oanh R.
  • Frantz, William H.
  • Browne, Sean D.

Abstract

An acoustical ceiling panel including a first layer having a first major surface opposite a second major surface and a side surface extending therebetween, a second layer having a first major surface opposite a second major surface and a side surface extending therebetween, and a sealing layer having a first major surface opposite a second major surface and a side surface extending therebetween. The sealing layer may be positioned between the first major surface of the first layer and the second major surface of the second layer. The side surface of the sealing layer may extend beyond the side surface of the first layer and the side surface of the second layer.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • B32B 5/22 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous
  • B32B 5/24 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer
  • B32B 13/04 - Layered products essentially comprising a water-setting substance, e.g. concrete, plaster, asbestos cement, or like builders' material comprising such substances as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
  • B32B 13/14 - Layered products essentially comprising a water-setting substance, e.g. concrete, plaster, asbestos cement, or like builders' material next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
  • B32B 18/00 - Layered products essentially comprising ceramics, e.g. refractory products
  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation

45.

Method of forming VOC and odor reducing building panels

      
Application Number 17241422
Grant Number 11944953
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-27
First Publication Date 2021-08-12
Grant Date 2024-04-02
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Caldwell, Kenneth G.
  • Masia, Steven L.
  • Sirdeshpande, Gourish
  • Wang, Michelle X

Abstract

Described herein are methods of forming a VOC and odor-reducing building panel. The methods include providing a substrate; applying a wet-state coating to a major surface of the substrate, the wet-state coating comprising carrier comprising water; and drying the wet-state coating, thereby evaporating at least 95 wt. % of the carrier to form a dry-state coating.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B01J 20/22 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising organic material
  • B01J 20/04 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising inorganic material comprising compounds of alkali metals, alkaline earth metals or magnesium
  • B01J 20/10 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising inorganic material comprising silica or silicate
  • B01J 20/12 - Naturally occurring clays or bleaching earth
  • B01J 20/28 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof characterised by their form or physical properties
  • B01J 20/30 - Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating
  • B01J 20/32 - Impregnating or coating
  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04C 2/00 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels

46.

Multi-featured panel fastener and panel system including the multi-featured panel fastener

      
Application Number 17222051
Grant Number 11725683
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-05
First Publication Date 2021-07-22
Grant Date 2023-08-15
Owner AWI LICENSING LLC (USA)
Inventor Pawlak, Samuel D.

Abstract

A panel fastener is provided that has a head having a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface; an engagement feature on the first surface of the head, the engagement feature being configured to be engaged by a driving tool; a shank extending from the second surface of the head; a threaded portion extending from the shank, the threaded portion having first and second helical threads arranged in an intertwined manner; the first thread extending farther radially from the central axis than does the second thread; and the shank being located between the head and the threaded portion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16B 25/00 - Screws that form threads in the body into which they are screwed, e.g. wood screws, self-tapping screws
  • E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements
  • F16B 5/02 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of fastening members using screw-thread
  • F16B 35/04 - Screw-boltsStay boltsScrew-threaded studsScrewsSet screws with specially-shaped head or shaft in order to fix the bolt on or in an object
  • F16B 35/06 - Specially-shaped heads
  • F16B 25/10 - Screws performing an additional function to thread-forming, e.g. drill screws

47.

Ceiling system having a plurality of different panels

      
Application Number 17223313
Grant Number 11725384
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-06
First Publication Date 2021-07-22
Grant Date 2023-08-15
Owner AWI LICENSING LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Baxter, Nathan J
  • Pawlak, Samuel D
  • Harnish, Scott D
  • Hanuschak, Ryan D
  • Friez, Nicholas J
  • Canfijn, Nathan H
  • Depaul, Marie A
  • Place, Kain A

Abstract

A ceiling system is provided for use in a building space having a plurality of walls. The ceiling system includes a grid system that extends to at least two of the plurality of walls and separates the building space into an occupiable space below the grid system and a plenum space above the grid system; and a plurality of ceiling tiles that are supported by the grid system and, with the grid system, create a barrier between the occupiable space and the plenum space, the plurality of ceiling tiles including three different polygonal non-rectangular ceiling tiles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 9/12 - Connections between non-parallel members of the supporting construction

48.

HOMOGENEOUS SHEET EXCLUDING POLYVINYL CHLORIDE

      
Application Number US2021012557
Publication Number 2021/142167
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-01-07
Publication Date 2021-07-15
Owner AFI LICENSING LLC (USA)
Inventor Zhang, Water

Abstract

Included is a homogeneous sheet, which excludes polyvinylchloride. The sheet includes a polyurethane, a synthetic rubber blend, and a filler. The synthetic rubber blend may include a pre-mix of a synthetic rubber and white oil.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C08J 5/18 - Manufacture of films or sheets
  • B29C 48/07 - Flat, e.g. panels
  • B29C 48/08 - Flat, e.g. panels flexible, e.g. films
  • B29C 48/30 - Extrusion nozzles or dies
  • B29B 9/04 - Making granules by dividing preformed material in the form of plates or sheets
  • C08L 75/04 - Polyurethanes
  • C08L 53/02 - Compositions of block copolymers containing at least one sequence of a polymer obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bondsCompositions of derivatives of such polymers of vinyl aromatic monomers and conjugated dienes

49.

End cap for ceiling panel and ceiling system incorporating the same

      
Application Number 17158469
Grant Number 11591795
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-01-26
First Publication Date 2021-05-20
Grant Date 2023-02-28
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Friez, Nicholas J.

Abstract

An end cap for a ceiling panel of a ceiling system. The end cap includes a face plate having an inner surface, a bottom edge, a top edge, a first side edge, and a second side edge. A first insertion plate extends from the inner surface of the face plate at the top edge of the face plate. A second insertion plate extends from the inner surface of the face plate at the bottom edge of the face plate. A concealment portion extends from the inner surface of the face plate along the first and second side edges of the face plate. The concealment portion may include an upper section positioned above the first insertion plate and spaced from the first insertion plate by a first gap and a lower section of positioned below the second insertion plate and spaced from the second insertion plate by a second gap.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/30 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by edge details of the ceiling, e.g. securing to an adjacent wall
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04B 9/36 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type consisting of parallel slats
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction

50.

High solids edge coatings for building panels

      
Application Number 17158614
Grant Number 12139641
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-01-26
First Publication Date 2021-05-20
Grant Date 2024-11-12
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Hughes, John E.

Abstract

Described herein is a coating composition suitable for application to a building panel. The coating composition comprises inorganic pigment, liquid carrier, and a humectant comprising a first ester-containing compound. The liquid carrier may be present in an amount ranging from about 10 wt. % to about 30 wt. % based on the total weight of the coating composition. Described herein are also building panels coated with the coating composition and methods of their production.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 7/63 - Additives non-macromolecular organic
  • C09D 7/40 - Additives
  • C09D 7/61 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic
  • C09D 131/04 - Homopolymers or copolymers of vinyl acetate
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/28 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like having grooves engaging with horizontal flanges of the supporting construction or accessory means connected thereto
  • C08K 3/013 - Fillers, pigments or reinforcing additives
  • C08K 5/10 - EstersEther-esters

51.

Acoustical ceiling system

      
Application Number 17089247
Grant Number 12134893
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-11-04
First Publication Date 2021-05-06
Grant Date 2024-11-05
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Oleske, Peter J
  • Mearig, Stephen G

Abstract

Described herein is a ceiling system comprising: a support grid; a first panel mounted to the support grid, the first panel comprising a first body formed of a fibrous material; a second panel mounted to the support grid, the second panel comprising a second body formed of a sound attenuation material; whereby the first and second panels are supported by the support grid such that a vertical gap exists between the first panel and the second panel such that the first and second panels are not in direct contact.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04B 9/18 - Means for suspending the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/34 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type

52.

Ceiling system

      
Application Number 17124097
Grant Number 11339571
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-12-16
First Publication Date 2021-04-08
Grant Date 2022-05-24
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Holdridge, Daniel M.

Abstract

Described herein is a ceiling system that includes a spring clip for mounting ceiling panels equipped with torsion springs to a ceiling support grid, the clip comprising: a body including a mounting portion defining a downwardly open receptacle configured for attachment to a ceiling grid support member; a pair of lateral flanges extending outwards from the mounting portion, at least one of the flanges including a slot configured to engage a torsion spring; a pair locking tabs disposed on the spring clip, the locking tabs configured to engage opposing sides of the grid support member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/26 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction by means of snap action of elastically deformable elements
  • E04B 9/10 - Connections between parallel members of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like

53.

Ceiling panel

      
Application Number 29641317
Grant Number D0914248
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-03-21
First Publication Date 2021-03-23
Grant Date 2021-03-23
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Baxter, Nathan J.
  • Pawlak, Samuel D.
  • Harnish, Scott D.
  • Hanuschak, Ryan D.
  • Friez, Nicholas J.
  • Canfijn, Nathan H.
  • Depaul, Marie A.
  • Place, Kain A.

54.

Coating composition

      
Application Number 16991566
Grant Number 11685837
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-08-12
First Publication Date 2021-02-18
Grant Date 2023-06-27
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Hughes, John E
  • Huntzinger, Suzanne M

Abstract

Described herein is a building panel comprising a body having a first major surface opposite a second major surface and a side surface extending therebetween, a coating applied to at least one of the first major surface, the second major surface, or the side surface, the coating comprising a binder, and a pigment composition comprising titanium dioxide, an alkali metal silicate, and a clay; wherein the titanium dioxide is present in an amount ranging from about 3.0 wt. % to about 15.0 wt. % based on the total weight of the pigment composition.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 7/62 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic modified by treatment with other compounds
  • C09D 131/04 - Homopolymers or copolymers of vinyl acetate
  • C09D 133/08 - Homopolymers or copolymers of acrylic acid esters
  • C08K 13/06 - Pretreated ingredients and ingredients covered by the main groups

55.

Panel system and support member for use with the same

      
Application Number 17089398
Grant Number 11447945
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-11-04
First Publication Date 2021-02-18
Grant Date 2022-09-20
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Harnish, Scott D.
  • Bergman, Todd M.
  • Hanuschak, Ryan D.
  • Van Dore, Jonathan P.

Abstract

An end panel bracket useful with a building panel system is provided. The end panel bracket comprises a base, a middle portion extending from the base, a shelf extending from the middle portion, a notch, and a ledge.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 1/24 - Structures comprising elongated load-supporting parts, e.g. columns, girders, skeletons the supporting parts consisting of metal
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/28 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like having grooves engaging with horizontal flanges of the supporting construction or accessory means connected thereto
  • E04B 2/72 - Walls of elements of relatively thin form
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements
  • E04B 9/26 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction by means of snap action of elastically deformable elements
  • E04B 9/36 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type consisting of parallel slats
  • E04B 2/74 - Removable non-load-bearing partitionsPartitions with a free upper edge

56.

Sag-resistant acoustic board

      
Application Number 16918125
Grant Number 12031322
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-07-01
First Publication Date 2021-01-07
Grant Date 2024-07-09
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Krick, Charles G
  • Adams, Bruce E
  • Diffenbaugh, Kimberly S

Abstract

Described herein is an acoustic building panel comprising a body comprising inorganic fiber in an amount ranging from about 60.0 wt. % to about 90.0 wt. % based on the total weight of the body; and microfibrillated fiber in an amount ranging from about 0.5 wt. % to about 10 wt. % based on the total weight of the body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 1/86 - Sound-absorbing elements slab-shaped
  • D21H 11/18 - Highly hydrated, swollen or fibrillatable fibres
  • D21H 13/40 - Inorganic fibres or flakes siliceous vitreous, e.g. mineral wool or glass fibres
  • D21H 17/28 - Starch
  • D21H 17/68 - Water-insoluble compounds, e.g. fillers or pigments siliceous, e.g. clays
  • D21J 1/20 - Insulating board
  • E04B 1/74 - Heat, sound or noise insulation, absorption, or reflectionOther building methods affording favourable thermal or acoustical conditions, e.g. accumulating of heat within walls

57.

Ceiling system

      
Application Number 17010495
Grant Number 11377848
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-09-02
First Publication Date 2020-12-24
Grant Date 2022-07-05
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Duschl, Robert A.

Abstract

A ceiling system, a ceiling panel, and a method of covering a ceiling support with a plurality of ceiling panels. In one aspect, the invention may be a ceiling system comprising: a plurality of ceiling panels, each of the ceiling panels comprising: an upper face; a lower face opposite the upper face; a first edge, a second edge, a third edge opposite the first edge, and a fourth edge opposite the second edge; each of the first and second edges comprising a tongue; and each of the third and fourth edges comprising a groove; and a plurality of alignment clips, each of the alignment clips comprising a cruciform rib element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 2/00 - Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildingsWall construction with regard to insulationConnections specially adapted to walls
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04B 9/28 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like having grooves engaging with horizontal flanges of the supporting construction or accessory means connected thereto
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction

58.

Monolithic ceiling system

      
Application Number 17003838
Grant Number 11280088
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-08-26
First Publication Date 2020-12-17
Grant Date 2022-03-22
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Cavanaugh, Jason T
  • Shearer, Lori Jo L.

Abstract

Described herein is a method for forming a monolithic surface in a ceiling system, the method comprising overlapping a first facing sheet and a second facing sheet to create an overlap region, each of the first and second facing sheets having a first major surface opposite a second major surface and side surface extending between the first and second major surfaces, wherein the lower surface of the first facing sheet contacts the upper surface of the second facing sheet within the overlap region, and running a blade of a cutting tool along the overlap region such that the blade extends through the first and second facing sheets at a cutting angle that is oblique to the first major surface of the first facing sheet within the overlap region.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • B26D 1/01 - Cutting through work characterised by the nature or movement of the cutting memberApparatus or machines thereforCutting members therefor involving a cutting member which does not travel with the work
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/28 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like having grooves engaging with horizontal flanges of the supporting construction or accessory means connected thereto
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • B26B 29/06 - Arrangements for guiding hand cutting tools

59.

Fire resistant low density acoustic panel

      
Application Number 16882921
Grant Number 11731391
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-05-26
First Publication Date 2020-11-26
Grant Date 2023-08-22
Owner AWI LICENSING LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Krick, Charles G.
  • Depaul, Marie A.

Abstract

3.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 5/10 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments characterised by a fibrous layer reinforced with filaments
  • E04B 1/84 - Sound-absorbing elements
  • D04H 1/44 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties the fleeces or layers being consolidated by mechanical means, e.g. by rolling
  • D04H 1/732 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres characterised by the method of forming fleeces or layers, e.g. reorientation of fibres the fibres being randomly arranged by fluid current, e.g. air-lay
  • D04H 1/4382 - Stretched reticular film fibresComposite fibresMixed fibresUltrafine fibresFibres for artificial leather
  • B32B 5/26 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer another layer also being fibrous or filamentary
  • D04H 1/435 - Polyesters
  • E04B 1/82 - Heat, sound or noise insulation, absorption, or reflectionOther building methods affording favourable thermal or acoustical conditions, e.g. accumulating of heat within walls specifically with respect to sound only

60.

VOC and odor reducing coating composition

      
Application Number 16993786
Grant Number 11014066
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-08-14
First Publication Date 2020-11-26
Grant Date 2021-05-25
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Caldwell, Kenneth G.
  • Masia, Steven L.
  • Sirdeshpande, Gourish
  • Wang, Michelle X.

Abstract

Described herein is a building panel comprising a substrate and an odor and VOC reducing coating applied to the substrate, the coating comprising a blend of a first component comprising ethylene urea; a second component comprising silica; and a rheology modifier.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B01J 20/22 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising organic material
  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • B01J 20/30 - Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating
  • B01J 20/04 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising inorganic material comprising compounds of alkali metals, alkaline earth metals or magnesium
  • B01J 20/10 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising inorganic material comprising silica or silicate
  • B01J 20/12 - Naturally occurring clays or bleaching earth
  • B01J 20/28 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof characterised by their form or physical properties
  • B01J 20/32 - Impregnating or coating
  • E04C 2/00 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels

61.

Canopy system and group suspension system therefore

      
Application Number 16940903
Grant Number 11098481
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-07-28
First Publication Date 2020-11-12
Grant Date 2021-08-24
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Waters, James R.
  • Rineer, James P.
  • Springer, Brian L.
  • Frantz, William H.

Abstract

A ceiling system for use in an interior building environment. In one aspect, the invention may be a ceiling system comprising: a frame comprising a plurality of struts; a plurality of modules, each of the modules comprising a panel and a plurality of hook members coupled to and extending from a top surface of the panel; each of the hook members comprising: an upstanding section; a hook portion at a top end of the upstanding section, the hook portion defining a downwardly-facing open slot; and an attachment flange at a bottom end of the upstanding section that couples the hook member to the top surface of the panel; and the modules mounted to the frame, and wherein for each of the modules, the hook portions of the hook members fit over and rest upon the struts, the struts located in the downwardly-facing open slots of the hook portions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/22 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04B 9/28 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like having grooves engaging with horizontal flanges of the supporting construction or accessory means connected thereto
  • E04B 9/34 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type
  • E04B 9/18 - Means for suspending the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/10 - Connections between parallel members of the supporting construction

62.

Suspended ceiling system, securing members, and process of installing a suspended ceiling system

      
Application Number 16934358
Grant Number 11479971
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-07-21
First Publication Date 2020-11-05
Grant Date 2022-10-25
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Baxter, Nathan J.
  • Waters, James R.

Abstract

Disclosed is a suspended ceiling system, a securing member, and process of installing a patterned suspended ceiling system. The suspended ceiling system includes a grid system having first members and second members, and at least one substrate which extends below the grid system. The at least one substrate has an exposed surface and a concealed surface, and the at least one substrate has first sides and second sides which extend between the exposed surface and the concealed surface. Securing members attach to the concealed surface proximate the first sides, and the securing members have grid engagement members which secure the at least one substrate to the grid system. The securing members cooperate with the first members and the second members of the grid system to properly position the substrate and the spacing between adjacent at least one substrates is controlled.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/22 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 7/14 - Suspended roofs
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/10 - Connections between parallel members of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/18 - Means for suspending the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/30 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by edge details of the ceiling, e.g. securing to an adjacent wall
  • E04B 9/34 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type

63.

Ceiling systems

      
Application Number 16925783
Grant Number 11293178
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-07-10
First Publication Date 2020-10-29
Grant Date 2022-04-05
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Bergman, Todd M.
  • Testa, Francis
  • Waters, James R.
  • Gaydos, Christopher D.
  • Springer, Brian L.
  • Shearer, Lori Jo L.
  • Huntzinger, Scott L.

Abstract

A ceiling system in one embodiment includes an overhead support grid comprised of a plurality of intersecting grid support members and a ceiling tile mountable to the grid. Retaining clips support the ceiling tile from the grid which may be concealed from view. The retaining clips each include a cavity that receives a grid support member and a pair of resilient mounting elements configured to lockingly engage a support member. The mounting elements are laterally movable in response to inserting the support member into the cavity of the retaining clip. In one embodiment, the movable elements include locking tabs which create a snap-fit interlock with the grid support member for securing the ceiling tile to the grid.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/10 - Connections between parallel members of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04B 9/22 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction
  • F16B 2/24 - Clips, i.e. with gripping action effected solely by the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening of resilient material, e.g. rubbery material of metal
  • F16B 5/12 - Fastening strips or bars to sheets or plates, e.g. rubber strips, decorative strips for motor vehicles, by means of clips
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/26 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction by means of snap action of elastically deformable elements
  • E04B 9/36 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type consisting of parallel slats
  • E04B 9/12 - Connections between non-parallel members of the supporting construction

64.

Mounting hardware and mounting system for vertical panels

      
Application Number 16928451
Grant Number 11255087
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-07-14
First Publication Date 2020-10-29
Grant Date 2022-02-22
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Bergman, Todd M.

Abstract

A mounting clip and a system for mounting a vertical panel from a support member suspended from a ceiling. The mounting clip has a panel mounting section, a support member receiving portion, and a movable mounting section. The support member receiving portion extends from the panel mounting section. The movable mounting section can be rotated relative to the support member receiving portion to secure the mounting clip to the support member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 9/22 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/34 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type
  • E04B 9/36 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type consisting of parallel slats
  • E04B 9/20 - Means for suspending the supporting construction adjustable
  • G09F 7/18 - Means for attaching signs, plates, panels, or boards to a supporting structure

65.

Systems and methods of predicting architectural materials within a space

      
Application Number 16848519
Grant Number 11636235
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-04-14
First Publication Date 2020-10-15
Grant Date 2023-04-25
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Cramer, Matthew S.
  • Browne, Sean D.
  • Frantz, William H.
  • Wilkinson, Steven P.
  • Fulmer, Jeffrey D.

Abstract

A system, apparatus, and/or method is disclosed for designing a real-world space. For example, image data for an image of the space may be received. The image data may comprise a surface that is modifiable via an architectural material. Measuring rules for determining estimated real-world dimensions of the surface of the space may be executed. The measuring rules may be based on the received image data of the space. The estimated dimensions may comprise a length, width, and/or height of the surface of the space. A type and/or quantity of the architectural material for modifying the surface of the space may be determined based on the estimated dimensions of the surface of the space. A modified image of the space may be displayed in which the surface of the space is modified with the architectural material. The determined type and/or quantity of the architectural material may be displayed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 30/13 - Architectural design, e.g. computer-aided architectural design [CAAD] related to design of buildings, bridges, landscapes, production plants or roads
  • G06F 30/12 - Geometric CAD characterised by design entry means specially adapted for CAD, e.g. graphical user interfaces [GUI] specially adapted for CAD
  • G06F 3/04815 - Interaction with a metaphor-based environment or interaction object displayed as three-dimensional, e.g. changing the user viewpoint with respect to the environment or object
  • G06F 3/04845 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] for the control of specific functions or operations, e.g. selecting or manipulating an object, an image or a displayed text element, setting a parameter value or selecting a range for image manipulation, e.g. dragging, rotation, expansion or change of colour
  • G06F 3/0482 - Interaction with lists of selectable items, e.g. menus
  • G06F 111/20 - Configuration CAD, e.g. designing by assembling or positioning modules selected from libraries of predesigned modules

66.

Multi-layer acoustical building panels

      
Application Number 16844285
Grant Number 11536024
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-04-09
First Publication Date 2020-10-15
Grant Date 2022-12-27
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Pham, Phi-Oanh R.
  • Browne, Sean D.

Abstract

The present invention is directed to an acoustic ceiling panel having a first major exposed surface opposite a second major exposed surface, the acoustic ceiling panel comprising: a first layer having an upper surface opposite a lower surface, the first layer comprising: a first body comprising a first major surface opposite a second major surface and a side surface extending between the first and second major surfaces, the first body being air-permeable; and a first attenuation coating applied to the first body; a second layer having an upper surface opposite a lower surface, the second layer comprising: a second body comprising a first major surface opposite a second major surface and a side surface extending between the first and second major surfaces, the second body being air-permeable; and a second attenuation coating applied to the second body; and an adhesive present between the first and second layers.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04B 1/86 - Sound-absorbing elements slab-shaped
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • B32B 5/26 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer another layer also being fibrous or filamentary
  • E04B 1/84 - Sound-absorbing elements

67.

SURFACE COVERING INCLUDING A POLYESTER-POLYOLEFIN-BLEND CORE

      
Application Number US2020025080
Publication Number 2020/198540
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-03-26
Publication Date 2020-10-01
Owner AFI LICENSING LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Baker, Daniel
  • Fry, Thomas
  • Callaghan, Heather
  • Van Pelt, Rachaelt
  • Purawic, Jessica
  • Miller, Raymond
  • Nelligan, Caitlin

Abstract

Included are a decorative floor or wall covering including a core and a core that can included recycled materials. This core includes a polyester comprising a polyester or copolyester derived from a reaction of a difunctional carboxylic acid and a difunctional hydroxyl compound; a polyolefin, at least one functionalized polymer comprising a compatibilizer, thermoplastic elastomer, impact modifier or coupling agent; and a filler.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C08L 23/06 - Polyethene
  • C08L 67/02 - Polyesters derived from dicarboxylic acids and dihydroxy compounds
  • C08J 5/18 - Manufacture of films or sheets
  • B32B 27/28 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising copolymers of synthetic resins not wholly covered by any one of the following subgroups

68.

Integrated ceiling and light system

      
Application Number 16898644
Grant Number 11293608
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-06-11
First Publication Date 2020-09-24
Grant Date 2022-04-05
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Oleske, Peter J.
  • Springer, Brian L.
  • Jaskierski, Anthony J.
  • Bergman, Todd M.
  • Koger, Keith A.
  • Gaydos, Christopher D.
  • Desantis, Craig W.
  • Myers, Jere W.
  • Van Dore, Jonathan P.
  • Vernau, G. Douglas
  • Kehrer, Kenneth P.
  • Hough, Paul A.
  • Deshpande, Ravindra

Abstract

An integrated ceiling and light system that incorporates a light module into a ceiling tile. The system may include a grid support system suspended from an overhead support structure that includes at least one grid support element and first and second ceiling tiles supported by the grid support element in an adjacent manner. A nesting cavity may be formed into the first and second ceiling tiles such that a light module may be disposed within the nesting cavity and coupled to the first and second ceiling tiles. The ceiling tiles may be of the type that conceals the grid support element on which it is supported. In one alternative embodiment, the light module and a nesting region of the ceiling tile may include corresponding edge profiles to facilitate mating therebetween to enable coupling of the light source to the ceiling tile.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F21S 8/04 - Lighting devices intended for fixed installation intended only for mounting on a ceiling or like overhead structure
  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • F21V 21/04 - Recessed bases
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/28 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like having grooves engaging with horizontal flanges of the supporting construction or accessory means connected thereto
  • E04B 9/32 - Translucent ceilings, i.e. permitting both the transmission and diffusion of light
  • E04B 9/36 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type consisting of parallel slats
  • F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
  • F21V 7/00 - Reflectors for light sources
  • F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
  • F21S 8/02 - Lighting devices intended for fixed installation of recess-mounted type, e.g. downlighters
  • F21S 8/06 - Lighting devices intended for fixed installation intended only for mounting on a ceiling or like overhead structure by suspension

69.

Dimensionally stable building panel

      
Application Number 16817459
Grant Number 11649631
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-03-12
First Publication Date 2020-09-17
Grant Date 2023-05-16
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Bischel, Marsha S.
  • Chang, Ying

Abstract

Described herein is a building panel and related building systems, the building panel having a first major surface opposite a second major surface, the building panel comprising a core comprising a first body comprising a first fibrous material; and a second body comprising a second fibrous material, a veneer facing layer coupled to the core, the veneer facing layer comprising a plurality of perforations.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04C 2/296 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating composed of insulating material and non-metallic or unspecified sheet-material
  • B32B 21/10 - Next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
  • B32B 3/26 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids
  • B32B 5/08 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments the fibres or filaments of a layer being specially arranged or being of different substances
  • E04B 1/94 - Protection against other undesired influences or dangers against fire
  • E04B 1/86 - Sound-absorbing elements slab-shaped

70.

Ceiling system having a plurality of different panels

      
Application Number 16876651
Grant Number 10995489
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-05-18
First Publication Date 2020-09-03
Grant Date 2021-05-04
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Baxter, Nathan J
  • Pawlak, Samuel D
  • Harnish, Scott D
  • Hanuschak, Ryan D
  • Friez, Nicholas J
  • Canfijn, Nathan H
  • Depaul, Marie A
  • Place, Kain A

Abstract

A ceiling system is provided for use in a building space having a plurality of walls. The ceiling system includes a grid system that extends to at least two of the plurality of walls and separates the building space into an occupiable space below the grid system and a plenum space above the grid system; and a plurality of ceiling tiles that are supported by the grid system and, with the grid system, create a barrier between the occupiable space and the plenum space, the plurality of ceiling tiles including three different polygonal non-rectangular ceiling tiles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 9/12 - Connections between non-parallel members of the supporting construction

71.

Soil and dirt repellent powder coatings

      
Application Number 16879102
Grant Number 11667812
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-05-20
First Publication Date 2020-09-03
Grant Date 2023-06-06
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Masia, Steven L.
  • Wang, Michelle X.
  • Caldwell, Kenneth G.

Abstract

A method of forming a dirt repellant panel coated with a powder coating composition that includes a polymeric binder and an anionic fluorosurfactant present in an amount ranging from about 0.1 wt. % to about 4 wt. %.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 175/06 - Polyurethanes from polyesters
  • C09D 175/04 - Polyurethanes
  • C09D 5/03 - Powdery paints
  • C09D 5/16 - Anti-fouling paintsUnderwater paints
  • C08G 18/80 - Masked polyisocyanates
  • B05D 1/12 - Applying particulate materials
  • B05D 3/02 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by baking
  • C08K 5/521 - Esters of phosphoric acids, e.g. of H3PO4
  • C09D 167/00 - Coating compositions based on polyesters obtained by reactions forming a carboxylic ester link in the main chainCoating compositions based on derivatives of such polymers
  • C09D 133/06 - Homopolymers or copolymers of esters of esters containing only carbon, hydrogen and oxygen, the oxygen atom being present only as part of the carboxyl radical
  • C09D 133/14 - Homopolymers or copolymers of esters of esters containing halogen, nitrogen, sulfur or oxygen atoms in addition to the carboxy oxygen
  • C08K 5/02 - Halogenated hydrocarbons
  • C08K 5/00 - Use of organic ingredients
  • C08G 18/42 - Polycondensates having carboxylic or carbonic ester groups in the main chain
  • C08K 9/04 - Ingredients treated with organic substances
  • C08K 5/49 - Phosphorus-containing compounds

72.

System for applying a coating to a workpiece

      
Application Number 16872566
Grant Number 11458502
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-05-12
First Publication Date 2020-08-27
Grant Date 2022-10-04
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Nalin, Sebastien G.
  • Huntzinger, Scott L.
  • Hartman, Jr., John J.
  • Lu, Lida
  • Kragness, Eric D.

Abstract

An applicator head for a vacuum coating system includes a manifold shell having opposing shell plates, each including a conduit attachment coupled to a shell aperture. An applicator manifold is affixed to each shell plate. Each applicator manifold includes two coupled manifold plates, with one including a manifold aperture, and each is affixed to the respective shell plate so that each manifold aperture aligns with the respective shell aperture. An applicator channel is formed between the manifold plates of each applicator manifold, and the applicator channel is fluidically coupled to the manifold aperture of each respective applicator manifold. Each applicator channel forms an applicator port at a leading edge of each respective applicator manifold, and each leading edge is configured to be complementary in shape to an edge of a workpiece to be coated. First and second face plates are disposed over the leading edges of the applicator manifolds.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B05C 5/02 - Apparatus in which liquid or other fluent material is projected, poured or allowed to flow on to the surface of the work from an outlet device in contact, or almost in contact, with the work
  • B05B 1/14 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with multiple outlet openingsNozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with strainers in or outside the outlet opening
  • B05B 1/30 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to control volume of flow, e.g. with adjustable passages
  • B05B 1/04 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means designed to produce a jet, spray, or other discharge of particular shape or nature, e.g. in single drops in flat form, e.g. fan-like, sheet-like
  • B05C 9/06 - Apparatus or plant for applying liquid or other fluent material to surfaces by means not covered by groups , or in which the means of applying the liquid or other fluent material is not important for applying two different liquids or other fluent materials, or the same liquid or other fluent material twice, to the same side of the work
  • B05C 9/08 - Apparatus or plant for applying liquid or other fluent material to surfaces by means not covered by groups , or in which the means of applying the liquid or other fluent material is not important for applying liquid or other fluent material and performing an auxiliary operation
  • B05B 14/00 - Arrangements for collecting, re-using or eliminating excess spraying material

73.

Ceiling system

      
Application Number 16866389
Grant Number 11274441
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-05-04
First Publication Date 2020-08-20
Grant Date 2022-03-15
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Place, Kain A.
  • Harnish, Scott D.
  • Markley, Jeffrey T.
  • White, Ian V.
  • Mcdermott, Ian
  • Hooper, Jr., James F.
  • Bergman, Todd M.
  • Rice, David E.

Abstract

Described herein is a ceiling system in one embodiment includes a grid support member, ceiling panel, and grid hanger configured to support the grid support member in a suspended manner from an overhead structural support. The grid hanger includes a mounting bracket configured for attachment to the structural support and a hanger member. The hanger member is adjustable in a plurality of selectable mounting positions relative to the mounting bracket, thereby allowing the mounted height of the grid support member to be adjusted in the field. In some embodiment, the hanger member is further angularly adjustable relative to the mounting bracket to avoid installation obstacles. Locking elements are provided to secure the hanger member in the selected mounting position. In one embodiment, the grid support member may have a T-shaped cross section.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/20 - Means for suspending the supporting construction adjustable
  • F16B 7/04 - Clamping or clipping connections
  • E04B 9/18 - Means for suspending the supporting construction
  • F16B 2/24 - Clips, i.e. with gripping action effected solely by the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening of resilient material, e.g. rubbery material of metal

74.

Ceiling system

      
Application Number 16853630
Grant Number 10914069
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-04-20
First Publication Date 2020-08-06
Grant Date 2021-02-09
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Holdridge, Daniel M.

Abstract

Described herein is a ceiling system that includes a spring clip for mounting ceiling panels equipped with torsion springs to a ceiling support grid, the clip comprising: a body including a mounting portion defining a downwardly open receptacle configured for attachment to a ceiling grid support member; a pair of lateral flanges extending outwards from the mounting portion, at least one of the flanges including a slot configured to engage a torsion spring; a pair locking tabs disposed on the spring clip, the locking tabs configured to engage opposing sides of the grid support member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 1/26 - Structures comprising elongated load-supporting parts, e.g. columns, girders, skeletons the supporting parts consisting of wood
  • E04B 9/26 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction by means of snap action of elastically deformable elements
  • E04B 9/10 - Connections between parallel members of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like

75.

Humidity and sag resistant building panel

      
Application Number 16813568
Grant Number 11633935
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-03-09
First Publication Date 2020-07-02
Grant Date 2023-04-25
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Pape, James D.
  • Sirdeshpande, Gourish
  • Lefever, Joanne
  • Diffenbaugh, Kimberly
  • Myers, Jere
  • Felegi, Jr., John

Abstract

Described herein is an stain and sag resistant acoustic building panel comprising a porous body formed from building material and latex binder, wherein the building material may include fibers and filler and at one of the building materials has been pre-treated with a charge-modifying component, thereby enhancing the sag-resistance of the building panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
  • B32B 5/26 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer another layer also being fibrous or filamentary
  • B32B 3/26 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids
  • B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
  • E04C 2/16 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of wood, fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the likeBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of plasticsBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of foamed products of fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the like
  • E04C 2/284 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating
  • E04C 2/24 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of wood, fibres, chips, vegetable stems, or the likeBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of plasticsBuilding elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials of foamed products laminated and composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , ,
  • E04C 2/52 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by the shape or structure with special adaptations for auxiliary purposes, e.g. serving for locating conduits
  • E04C 2/28 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups combinations of materials fully covered by groups and
  • E04B 2/00 - Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildingsWall construction with regard to insulationConnections specially adapted to walls
  • E04B 5/02 - Load-carrying floor structures formed substantially of prefabricated units

76.

Face coating for acoustical monolithic ceilings

      
Application Number 16717736
Grant Number 11028581
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-12-17
First Publication Date 2020-06-18
Grant Date 2021-06-08
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Masia, Steven L

Abstract

2.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 1/82 - Heat, sound or noise insulation, absorption, or reflectionOther building methods affording favourable thermal or acoustical conditions, e.g. accumulating of heat within walls specifically with respect to sound only
  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 1/86 - Sound-absorbing elements slab-shaped
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like

77.

Ceiling baffle

      
Application Number 29606749
Grant Number D0884220
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-06-07
First Publication Date 2020-05-12
Grant Date 2020-05-12
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Waters, James R.

78.

Panel system and support member for use with the same

      
Application Number 16675481
Grant Number 10844591
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-11-06
First Publication Date 2020-03-05
Grant Date 2020-11-24
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Harnish, Scott D.
  • Bergman, Todd M.
  • Hanuschak, Ryan D.
  • Van Dore, Jonathan P.

Abstract

A building panel system is provided that includes a perimeter frame; a main beam attached to the perimeter frame; a carrier attached to the main beam, the carrier having a plurality of identical hook members, each of the hook members having a protruding hooking portion on only a first side of the hook member, and a non-hooking portion on a second side of the hook member, the second side being opposite the first side; and a plurality of panels removably attached to the carrier, each of the panels being attached to the carrier by engaging one of the hooking portions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 1/24 - Structures comprising elongated load-supporting parts, e.g. columns, girders, skeletons the supporting parts consisting of metal
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/28 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like having grooves engaging with horizontal flanges of the supporting construction or accessory means connected thereto
  • E04B 2/72 - Walls of elements of relatively thin form
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements
  • E04B 9/26 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction by means of snap action of elastically deformable elements
  • E04B 9/36 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type consisting of parallel slats
  • E04B 2/74 - Removable non-load-bearing partitionsPartitions with a free upper edge

79.

High sound attenuation building panels

      
Application Number 16447621
Grant Number 11459752
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-06-20
First Publication Date 2020-01-02
Grant Date 2022-10-04
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Oleske, Peter J
  • Garman, Robert C.
  • Peterson, Jacob D.
  • Mearig, Stephen G.

Abstract

Described herein is an acoustic ceiling panel comprising: a first air-permeable body comprising a first major surface opposite a second major surface and a side surface extending between the first and second major surfaces, the first body having an NRC value of at least 0.5 as measured between the first and second major surfaces of the first body; and an attenuation coating applied to the second major surface of the body and the side surface of the body, whereby the attenuation coating seals at least a portion of the second major surface and the side surface of the body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 1/86 - Sound-absorbing elements slab-shaped
  • E04B 1/84 - Sound-absorbing elements

80.

Acoustic ceiling board with improved aesthetics

      
Application Number 16552029
Grant Number 11598093
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-08-27
First Publication Date 2019-12-19
Grant Date 2023-03-07
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Kragness, Eric D.
  • Wells, Chris
  • Ebert, Oliver
  • Winkler, Alfred

Abstract

2 of a coating. Methods of making and using the panels are also described.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 1/84 - Sound-absorbing elements
  • B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
  • B32B 37/24 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with at least one layer not being coherent before laminating, e.g. made up from granular material sprinkled onto a substrate
  • C03C 25/47 - Coatings containing composite materials containing particles, fibres or flakes, e.g. in a continuous phase
  • E04B 1/86 - Sound-absorbing elements slab-shaped
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like

81.

Ceiling system

      
Application Number 16419455
Grant Number 11280089
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-05-22
First Publication Date 2019-11-28
Grant Date 2022-03-22
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Harnish, Scott D.
  • Canfijn, Nathan H.

Abstract

A grid mounting system for a suspended ceiling system in one embodiment includes a support structure and a mounting bracket coupled to the support structure. An elongated first grid member is pivotably coupled to the mounting bracket about a pivot axis defined by a pivot member. The first grid member is movable about the pivot axis in a plurality of angular mounting positions. In one embodiment, the grid mounting system further includes a second grid member which may be pivotably or fixedly coupled to the mounting bracket. The support structure may be a wall or perimeter trim bracket attached to the wall in some installations.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/14 - Connections between non-parallel members of the supporting construction all the members being discontinuous and lying at least partly in the same plane

82.

Scrim attachment system

      
Application Number 16503305
Grant Number 11549257
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-07-03
First Publication Date 2019-10-24
Grant Date 2023-01-10
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Wiker, Anthony L.
  • Oleske, Peter J.
  • Lu, Lida

Abstract

The present invention is directed to ceiling panels formed from a porous scrim that is coupled to an acoustical substrate using a scrim attachment system that includes an adhesive.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 1/84 - Sound-absorbing elements
  • E04B 1/86 - Sound-absorbing elements slab-shaped
  • E04B 1/99 - Room acoustics, i.e. forms of, or arrangements in, rooms for influencing or directing sound
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction

83.

Ceiling system having a plurality of different panels

      
Application Number 16359481
Grant Number 10676925
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-03-20
First Publication Date 2019-09-26
Grant Date 2020-06-09
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Baxter, Nathan J
  • Pawlak, Samuel D
  • Harnish, Scott D
  • Hanuschak, Ryan D
  • Friez, Nicholas J
  • Canfijn, Nathan H
  • Depaul, Marie A
  • Place, Kain A

Abstract

A ceiling system is provided for use in a building space having a plurality of walls. The ceiling system includes a grid system that extends to at least two of the plurality of walls and separates the building space into an occupiable space below the grid system and a plenum space above the grid system; and a plurality of ceiling tiles that are supported by the grid system and, with the grid system, create a barrier between the occupiable space and the plenum space, the plurality of ceiling tiles including three different polygonal non-rectangular ceiling tiles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 9/12 - Connections between non-parallel members of the supporting construction

84.

Ceiling system

      
Application Number 16421139
Grant Number 10626605
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-05-23
First Publication Date 2019-09-12
Grant Date 2020-04-21
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Holdridge, Daniel M.

Abstract

Described herein is a ceiling system that includes a spring clip for mounting ceiling panels equipped with torsion springs to a ceiling support grid, the clip comprising: a body including a mounting portion defining a downwardly open receptacle configured for attachment to a ceiling grid support member; a pair of lateral flanges extending outwards from the mounting portion, at least one of the flanges including a slot configured to engage a torsion spring; a pair locking tabs disposed on the spring clip, the locking tabs configured to engage opposing sides of the grid support member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/26 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction by means of snap action of elastically deformable elements
  • E04B 9/10 - Connections between parallel members of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like

85.

Surface covering system and method and apparatus for covering a surface

      
Application Number 16290892
Grant Number 11186065
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-03-02
First Publication Date 2019-09-05
Grant Date 2021-11-30
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Chang, Ying
  • Wang, Michelle

Abstract

A surface covering system, a method of covering a surface, and an apparatus for covering a surface. The surface may be a floor, a wall, or a ceiling. In one embodiment, the surface covering system includes a plurality of panels and an adhesive tape that is configured to detachably couple the panels to the surface. The adhesive tape may include a substrate-side adhesive component, a panel-side adhesive component, and a release component between the substrate-side and panel-side adhesive components. The panels may be detachably coupled to the substrate by the adhesive tape such that at least one adhesive layer of the substrate-side adhesive component is adhered to the substrate, at least one adhesive layer of the panel-side adhesive component is adhered to the rear surfaces of the panels, and the release component is between the substrate-side adhesive component and the panel-side adhesive component.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 7/06 - Interconnection of layers permitting easy separation
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties

86.

Suspended ceiling system, securing members, and process of installing a suspended ceiling system

      
Application Number 16402855
Grant Number 10718113
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-05-03
First Publication Date 2019-08-22
Grant Date 2020-07-21
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Baxter, Nathan J.
  • Waters, James R.

Abstract

Disclosed is a suspended ceiling system, a securing member, and process of installing a patterned suspended ceiling system. The suspended ceiling system includes a grid system having first members and second members, and at least one substrate which extends below the grid system. The at least one substrate has an exposed surface and a concealed surface, and the at least one substrate has first sides and second sides which extend between the exposed surface and the concealed surface. Securing members attach to the concealed surface proximate the first sides, and the securing members have grid engagement members which secure the at least one substrate to the grid system. The securing members cooperate with the first members and the second members of the grid system to properly position the substrate and the spacing between adjacent at least one substrates is controlled.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/22 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 7/14 - Suspended roofs
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/10 - Connections between parallel members of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/18 - Means for suspending the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/30 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by edge details of the ceiling, e.g. securing to an adjacent wall
  • E04B 9/34 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type

87.

Ceiling systems

      
Application Number 16390721
Grant Number 10711461
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-04-22
First Publication Date 2019-08-15
Grant Date 2020-07-14
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Bergman, Todd M.
  • Testa, Francis
  • Waters, James R.
  • Gaydos, Christopher D.
  • Springer, Brian L.
  • Shearer, Lori Jo L.
  • Huntzinger, Scott L.

Abstract

A ceiling system in one embodiment includes an overhead support grid comprised of a plurality of intersecting grid support members and a ceiling tile mountable to the grid. Retaining clips support the ceiling tile from the grid which may be concealed from view. The retaining clips each include a cavity that receives a grid support member and a pair of resilient mounting elements configured to lockingly engage a support member. The mounting elements are laterally movable in response to inserting the support member into the cavity of the retaining clip. In one embodiment, the movable elements include locking tabs which create a snap-fit interlock with the grid support member for securing the ceiling tile to the grid.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/10 - Connections between parallel members of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • F16B 5/12 - Fastening strips or bars to sheets or plates, e.g. rubber strips, decorative strips for motor vehicles, by means of clips
  • F16B 2/24 - Clips, i.e. with gripping action effected solely by the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening of resilient material, e.g. rubbery material of metal
  • E04B 9/26 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction by means of snap action of elastically deformable elements
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/22 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/36 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type consisting of parallel slats
  • E04B 9/12 - Connections between non-parallel members of the supporting construction

88.

Ceiling system with air movement

      
Application Number 16333181
Grant Number 11371744
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-09-14
First Publication Date 2019-08-08
Grant Date 2022-06-28
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Frantz, William H.

Abstract

A ceiling system is provided that has a ceiling structure suspended within a space of a building thereby dividing the space into an occupied space below the ceiling structure and a plenum space above the ceiling structure; a panel structure supported by the ceiling structure and having an opening; a pressurized air passageway aligned with the opening, the pressurized air passageway having an outlet; and an inductive air passageway adjacent the pressurized air passageway, the inductive air passageway having an inlet and an outlet. Wherein the pressurized air passageway and the inductive air passageway are configured such that pressurized air passing through the outlet of the pressurized air passageway induces an induced air flow out of the outlet of the inductive air passageway.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F24F 7/06 - Ventilation with ducting systems with forced air circulation, e.g. by fan
  • F24F 13/068 - Outlets for directing or distributing air into rooms or spaces, e.g. ceiling air diffuser formed as perforated walls, ceilings or floors
  • F24F 13/075 - Outlets for directing or distributing air into rooms or spaces, e.g. ceiling air diffuser having parallel rods or lamellae directing the outflow, e.g. the rods or lamellae being individually adjustable
  • F24F 13/08 - Air-flow control members, e.g. louvres, grilles, flaps or guide plates
  • E04B 9/02 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation having means for ventilation or vapour discharge
  • F24F 13/18 - Air-flow control members, e.g. louvres, grilles, flaps or guide plates specially adapted for insertion in flat panels, e.g. in door or window-pane

89.

Mounting hardware and mounting system for vertical panels

      
Application Number 16390503
Grant Number 10724239
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-04-22
First Publication Date 2019-08-08
Grant Date 2020-07-28
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Bergman, Todd M

Abstract

A mounting clip and a system for mounting a vertical panel from a support member suspended from a ceiling. The mounting clip has a panel mounting section, a support member receiving portion, and a movable mounting section. The support member receiving portion extends from the panel mounting section. The movable mounting section can be rotated relative to the support member receiving portion to secure the mounting clip to the support member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 9/22 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/34 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/36 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type consisting of parallel slats
  • E04B 9/20 - Means for suspending the supporting construction adjustable
  • G09F 7/18 - Means for attaching signs, plates, panels, or boards to a supporting structure

90.

Building panel sleeve packaging

      
Application Number 16256033
Grant Number 11225366
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-01-24
First Publication Date 2019-07-25
Grant Date 2022-01-18
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Coble, Amanda Worley
  • Johnson, James R.
  • Grinsted, Gary A.

Abstract

Described herein is a packaging system comprising a sleeve having a plurality of sides, an open top, and an open bottom, each of the sides having an inner surface, an inner liner located on the inner surfaces of the sides of the sleeve, the inner liner having an inner surface that defines a cavity, a plurality of building panels located in the cavity, and an outer wrapping surrounding at least a portion of the sleeve and at least a portion of the plurality of building panels.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65D 75/00 - Packages comprising articles or materials partially or wholly enclosed in strips, sheets, blanks, tubes or webs of flexible sheet material, e.g. in folded wrappers
  • B65B 53/00 - Shrinking wrappers, containers, container covers or container cover securing members during or after packaging
  • B65B 5/06 - Packaging groups of articles, the groups being treated as single articles
  • B65D 85/46 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for articles particularly sensitive to damage by shock or pressure for bricks, tiles or building blocks
  • B65B 23/20 - Packaging plate glass, tiles, or shingles
  • B65B 51/02 - Applying adhesives or sealing liquids
  • B65B 61/22 - Auxiliary devices, not otherwise provided for, for operating on sheets, blanks, webs, binding material, containers or packages for adding cards, coupons or other inserts to package contents for placing protecting sheets, plugs, or wads over contents, e.g. cotton-wool in bottles of pills
  • B65B 53/02 - Shrinking wrappers, containers, container covers or container cover securing members during or after packaging by heat
  • B65D 71/06 - Bundles of articles held together by packaging elements for convenience of storage or transport, e.g. portable segregating carrier for plural receptacles such as beer cans or pop bottlesBales of material comprising a plurality of articles completely or mainly held together by packaging elements, e.g. under tension
  • B65G 49/06 - Conveying systems characterised by their application for specified purposes not otherwise provided for for fragile or damageable materials or articles for fragile sheets, e.g. glass
  • B29C 65/52 - Applying the adhesive

91.

Monolithic ceiling system

      
Application Number 16248887
Grant Number 10781589
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-01-16
First Publication Date 2019-07-18
Grant Date 2020-09-22
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Cavanaugh, Jason T.
  • Shearer, Lori Jo L.

Abstract

Described herein is a method for forming a monolithic surface in a ceiling system, the method comprising overlapping a first facing sheet and a second facing sheet to create an overlap region, each of the first and second facing sheets having a first major surface opposite a second major surface and side surface extending between the first and second major surfaces, wherein the lower surface of the first facing sheet contacts the upper surface of the second facing sheet within the overlap region, and running a blade of a cutting tool along the overlap region such that the blade extends through the first and second facing sheets at a cutting angle that is oblique to the first major surface of the first facing sheet within the overlap region.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • B26D 1/01 - Cutting through work characterised by the nature or movement of the cutting memberApparatus or machines thereforCutting members therefor involving a cutting member which does not travel with the work
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/28 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like having grooves engaging with horizontal flanges of the supporting construction or accessory means connected thereto
  • B26B 29/06 - Arrangements for guiding hand cutting tools
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction

92.

Ceiling system

      
Application Number 16299429
Grant Number 10781590
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-03-12
First Publication Date 2019-07-11
Grant Date 2020-09-22
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Duschl, Robert A.

Abstract

A ceiling system, a ceiling panel, and a method of covering a ceiling support with a plurality of ceiling panels. In one aspect, the invention may be a ceiling system comprising: a plurality of ceiling panels, each of the ceiling panels comprising: an upper face; a lower face opposite the upper face; a first edge, a second edge, a third edge opposite the first edge, and a fourth edge opposite the second edge; each of the first and second edges comprising a tongue; and each of the third and fourth edges comprising a groove; and a plurality of alignment clips, each of the alignment clips comprising a cruciform rib element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 2/00 - Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildingsWall construction with regard to insulationConnections specially adapted to walls
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04B 9/28 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like having grooves engaging with horizontal flanges of the supporting construction or accessory means connected thereto
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction

93.

End cap for ceiling panel and ceiling system incorporating the same

      
Application Number 16199723
Grant Number 10941570
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-26
First Publication Date 2019-05-30
Grant Date 2021-03-09
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Friez, Nicholas J.

Abstract

Described herein is a ceiling panel assembly comprising a panel body having an inner surface defining an internal cavity having a first open end defined by a first side edge of the panel body, a first end cap comprising a face plate, an insertion portion extending from an inner surface of the face plate, and a concealment portion extending from the inner surface of the face plate; and the first end cap coupled to the panel body so that: (1) the insertion portion extends into the internal cavity; (2) the concealment portion wraps around at least a portion of the first edge and is adjacent an outer surface of the panel body; and (3) the end face plate encloses the first open end of the internal cavity, and the first end cap is coupled to the panel body by frictional fit.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04B 9/30 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by edge details of the ceiling, e.g. securing to an adjacent wall
  • E04B 9/36 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type consisting of parallel slats
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction

94.

VOC and odor reducing building panels

      
Application Number 16252864
Grant Number 10780415
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-01-21
First Publication Date 2019-05-23
Grant Date 2020-09-22
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Caldwell, Kenneth G.
  • Masia, Steven L.
  • Sirdeshpande, Gourish
  • Wang, Michelle X.

Abstract

Described herein is a building panel comprising a substrate and an odor and VOC reducing coating applied to the substrate, the coating comprising a blend of a first component comprising ethylene urea; a second component comprising silica; and a rheology modifier.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 2/00 - Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildingsWall construction with regard to insulationConnections specially adapted to walls
  • B01J 20/22 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising organic material
  • E04B 9/00 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • B01J 20/30 - Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating
  • B01J 20/04 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising inorganic material comprising compounds of alkali metals, alkaline earth metals or magnesium
  • B01J 20/10 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising inorganic material comprising silica or silicate
  • B01J 20/12 - Naturally occurring clays or bleaching earth
  • B01J 20/28 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof characterised by their form or physical properties
  • B01J 20/32 - Impregnating or coating
  • E04C 2/00 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels

95.

Canopy system and group suspension system therefore

      
Application Number 16246825
Grant Number 10724237
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-01-14
First Publication Date 2019-05-16
Grant Date 2020-07-28
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Waters, James R.
  • Rineer, James P.
  • Springer, Brian L.
  • Frantz, William H.

Abstract

A ceiling system for use in an interior building environment. In one aspect, the invention may be a ceiling system comprising: a frame comprising a plurality of struts; a plurality of modules, each of the modules comprising a panel and a plurality of hook members coupled to and extending from a top surface of the panel; each of the hook members comprising: an upstanding section; a hook portion at a top end of the upstanding section, the hook portion defining a downwardly-facing open slot; and an attachment flange at a bottom end of the upstanding section that couples the hook member to the top surface of the panel; and the modules mounted to the frame, and wherein for each of the modules, the hook portions of the hook members fit over and rest upon the struts, the struts located in the downwardly-facing open slots of the hook portions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 9/22 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04B 9/28 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like having grooves engaging with horizontal flanges of the supporting construction or accessory means connected thereto
  • E04B 9/34 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type
  • E04B 9/18 - Means for suspending the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/10 - Connections between parallel members of the supporting construction

96.

Multi-featured panel fastener and panel system including the multi-featured panel fastener

      
Application Number 16123127
Grant Number 10995789
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-09-06
First Publication Date 2019-03-07
Grant Date 2021-05-04
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Pawlak, Samuel D.

Abstract

A panel fastener is provided that has a head having a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface; an engagement feature on the first surface of the head, the engagement feature being configured to be engaged by a driving tool; a shank extending from the second surface of the head; a threaded portion extending from the shank, the threaded portion having first and second helical threads arranged in an intertwined manner; the first thread extending farther radially from the central axis than does the second thread; and the shank being located between the head and the threaded portion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16B 25/00 - Screws that form threads in the body into which they are screwed, e.g. wood screws, self-tapping screws
  • E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements
  • F16B 5/02 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of fastening members using screw-thread
  • F16B 35/04 - Screw-boltsStay boltsScrew-threaded studsScrewsSet screws with specially-shaped head or shaft in order to fix the bolt on or in an object
  • F16B 35/06 - Specially-shaped heads
  • F16B 25/10 - Screws performing an additional function to thread-forming, e.g. drill screws

97.

High solids edge coatings for building panels

      
Application Number 16114340
Grant Number 10961404
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-08-28
First Publication Date 2019-02-28
Grant Date 2021-03-30
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor Hughes, John E.

Abstract

Described herein is a coating composition suitable for application to a building panel. The coating composition includes inorganic pigment, liquid carrier, and a humectant including a first ester-containing compound. The liquid carrier may be present in an amount ranging from about 10 wt, % to about 30 wt. % based on the total weight of the coating composition. Described herein are also building panels coated with the coating composition and methods of their production.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 7/63 - Additives non-macromolecular organic
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • C09D 7/61 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic
  • C09D 7/40 - Additives
  • C09D 131/04 - Homopolymers or copolymers of vinyl acetate
  • E04B 9/28 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like having grooves engaging with horizontal flanges of the supporting construction or accessory means connected thereto
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • C08K 5/10 - EstersEther-esters
  • C08K 3/013 - Fillers, pigments or reinforcing additives

98.

Ceiling system and mounting bracket for use with the same

      
Application Number 16161275
Grant Number 10584489
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-10-16
First Publication Date 2019-02-14
Grant Date 2020-03-10
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Bergman, Todd M.
  • Harnish, Scott D.
  • Hanuschak, Ryan D.
  • Van Dore, Jonathan P.

Abstract

A ceiling system having a perimeter frame; a grid configured to support a plurality of substrates; and a plurality of bracket assemblies coupling the grid to the perimeter frame, the plurality of bracket assemblies adjustable between a plurality of states in which the grid is supported at a different height relative to the perimeter frame in each of the plurality of states.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 2/00 - Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildingsWall construction with regard to insulationConnections specially adapted to walls
  • E04B 9/30 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by edge details of the ceiling, e.g. securing to an adjacent wall
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/12 - Connections between non-parallel members of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/20 - Means for suspending the supporting construction adjustable
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction

99.

Panel system and support member for use with the same

      
Application Number 16154179
Grant Number 10472817
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-10-08
First Publication Date 2019-02-07
Grant Date 2019-11-12
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Harnish, Scott D.
  • Bergman, Todd M.
  • Hanuschak, Ryan D.
  • Van Dore, Jonathan P.

Abstract

A building panel system is provided that includes a perimeter frame; a main beam attached to the perimeter frame; a carrier attached to the main beam, the carrier having a plurality of identical hook members, each of the hook members having a protruding hooking portion on only a first side of the hook member, and a non-hooking portion on a second side of the hook member, the second side being opposite the first side; and a plurality of panels removably attached to the carrier, each of the panels being attached to the carrier by engaging one of the hooking portions.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 1/24 - Structures comprising elongated load-supporting parts, e.g. columns, girders, skeletons the supporting parts consisting of metal
  • E04B 9/24 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction
  • E04B 9/28 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like having grooves engaging with horizontal flanges of the supporting construction or accessory means connected thereto
  • E04B 2/72 - Walls of elements of relatively thin form
  • E04B 9/06 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation characterised by constructional features of the supporting construction
  • E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements
  • E04B 9/26 - Connection of slabs, sheets or the like to the supporting construction with the slabs, sheets or the like positioned on, or held against, horizontal flanges of the supporting construction by means of snap action of elastically deformable elements
  • E04B 9/36 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type consisting of parallel slats
  • E04B 2/74 - Removable non-load-bearing partitionsPartitions with a free upper edge

100.

Flame retardant clear coatings for building panels

      
Application Number 15994067
Grant Number 11365322
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-05-31
First Publication Date 2018-12-06
Grant Date 2022-06-21
Owner AWI Licensing LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Zhang, Linzhu
  • Hughes, John E.
  • Wang, Michelle X.
  • Masia, Steven L.

Abstract

Described herein is a barrier coating composition comprising an organic blend comprising a first component and a second component, the first component comprising latex polymer and the second component being selected from polyurethane emulsion, wax emulsion, and alkyd emulsion, wherein the first component and the second component are present in a weight ratio ranging from about 2:1 to about 20:1, and the latex polymer has a glass transition temperature of less than about 18° C.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 5/18 - Fireproof paints
  • C09D 133/06 - Homopolymers or copolymers of esters of esters containing only carbon, hydrogen and oxygen, the oxygen atom being present only as part of the carboxyl radical
  • C09D 175/14 - Polyurethanes having carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
  • C09D 7/63 - Additives non-macromolecular organic
  • E04B 1/94 - Protection against other undesired influences or dangers against fire
  • E04B 9/04 - CeilingsConstruction of ceilings, e.g. false ceilingsCeiling construction with regard to insulation comprising slabs, sheets or the like
  • E04C 2/296 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating composed of insulating material and non-metallic or unspecified sheet-material
  • B32B 21/00 - Layered products essentially comprising wood, e.g. wood board, veneer, wood particle board
  • C09D 7/61 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic
  • E04B 9/16 - Connections between non-parallel members of the supporting construction the members lying in different planes
  • E04B 9/36 - Open-work ceilings, e.g. lattice type consisting of parallel slats
  • E04C 2/52 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by the shape or structure with special adaptations for auxiliary purposes, e.g. serving for locating conduits
  • C08K 3/22 - OxidesHydroxides of metals
  • C08K 3/38 - Boron-containing compounds
  • E04C 2/26 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups
  • C08F 230/08 - Copolymers of compounds having one or more unsaturated aliphatic radicals, each having only one carbon-to-carbon double bond, and containing phosphorus, selenium, tellurium or a metal containing a metal containing silicon
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