Panel for sheathing system and method

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes.

Panel for sheathing system and method

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes.

Panel for sheathing system and method

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes.

Panel for sheathing system and method

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes.

PANEL FOR SHEATHING SYSTEM AND METHOD

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes. 1. A panel system to externally envelope a structure , the system comprising:at least two panels, each panel including an outer surface, an inner surface, and at least one edge, each panel aligned with at least one edge proximate to at least one edge of at least one adjacent panel;a barrier layer secured to at least one surface of each panel, the barrier layer being substantially bulk water resistant; anda bulk water resistant edge sealant sealing at least one gap of the at least one edge of each panel proximate to the at least one edge of each adjacent panel.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the barrier layer includes a resin-impregnated paper substantially covering the outer surface of the panel claim 1 , the resin-impregnated paper having a paper basis weight of 21.772 kg (48 lbs.) to about 102.058 kg (225 lbs.) per ream and a resin content of less than 80% by dry weight.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein each panel and barrier layer has a water vapor transmission rate from about 0.7 to about 7 grams/m/24 hrs as determined by ASTM E96 procedure A (at 73° F.-50% RH) and a liquid water transmission rate from about 1 to about 28 grams/100 in/24 hrs via Cobb ring according to the test method described in ASTM D5795.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the edge ...

PANEL FOR SHEATHING SYSTEM AND METHOD

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes. 118-. (canceled)19. A panel system to externally envelope a structure , the system comprising:at least two adjacent lignocellulosic panels, each panel including an outer surface, an inner surface, and at least one edge extending therebetween, wherein each panel is aligned with its at least one edge proximate to the at least one edge of the adjacent panel to define a longitudinal joint between the two adjacent panels, and wherein the edges of the adjacent panels are substantially parallel to each other;a barrier layer secured to the outer surface or the inner surface of each panel, the barrier layer being substantially bulk water resistant and substantially water vapor permeable; anda bulk water resistant edge sealant sealing the joint between the proximate edges of the two adjacent panels, wherein the edge sealant includes strips of water-resistant tape having an adhesive layer and a backing,wherein the assembled panel system forms a sealed wall or roof of the structure without applying a separate moisture barrier layer of house wrap or felt paper.20. The system of claim 19 , wherein each panel and barrier layer has a water vapor transmission rate from about 0.7 to about 7 grams/m/24 hrs as determined by ASTM E96 procedure A (at 73° F.—50% RH) and a liquid water ...

Panel for sheathing system and method

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes.

PANEL FOR SHEATHING SYSTEM AND METHOD

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes. 118-. (canceled)19. A panel system to externally envelope a structure , the system comprising:at least two adjacent lignocellulosic panels, each panel including an outer surface, an inner surface, and at least one edge extending therebetween, wherein each panel is aligned with its at least one edge proximate to the at least one edge of the adjacent panel to define a longitudinal joint between the two adjacent panels, and wherein the edges of the adjacent panels are substantially parallel to each other;a barrier layer secured to the outer surface or the inner surface of each panel, the barrier layer being substantially bulk water resistant and substantially water vapor permeable, the barrier layer having an outer surface that is textured; anda bulk water resistant edge sealant sealing the joint between the proximate edges of the two adjacent panels, wherein the edge sealant includes strips of water-resistant tape having an adhesive layer and a backing, wherein the panel includes alignment guides for positioning of the water-resistant tape during installation,wherein the assembled panel system forms a sealed wall or roof of the structure without applying a separate moisture barrier layer of house wrap or felt paper.20. The system of claim 19 , wherein each panel ...

PANEL FOR SHEATHING SYSTEM AND METHOD

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes. 118-. (canceled)19. A panelized sheathing system for external walls of a building structure , the system comprising:at least two adjacent structural wall panels, each panel including an outer surface, an inner surface, and at least one edge extending therebetween, each panel aligned with its at least one edge proximate to the at least one edge of the adjacent panel and defining a joint between the two adjacent panels;a barrier layer secured to the outer surface of each panel, the barrier layer being bulk water resistant and water vapor permeable; anda bulk water resistant sealant sealing the joint between the proximate edges of the two adjacent panels.20. The system of claim 19 , wherein each panel with its secured barrier layer has a liquid water transmission rate from about 1 to about 28 grams/100 in2/24 hrs via Cobb ring according to the test method described in ASTM D5795.21. The system of claim 20 , wherein each panel with its secured barrier layer has a water vapor permeance from about 0.1 to about 12 U.S. perms as determined by ASTM E96 procedure B (at 73° F.—50% RH).22. The system of claim 19 , wherein each panel with its secured barrier layer has a water vapor permeance from about 0.1 to about 12 U.S. perms as determined by ASTM E96 procedure B (at 73° ...

PANEL FOR SHEATHING SYSTEM AND METHOD

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes. 118-. (canceled)19. A method for constructing a building structure , the method comprising:(a) fastening a first structural panel to a frame structure, wherein the first structural panel comprises a bulk water resistant and water vapor permeable barrier layer secured to an external facing surface of the first structural panel;(b) fastening a second structural panel to the frame structure and adjacent the first structural panel; wherein the second structural panel comprises a bulk water resistant and water vapor permeable barrier layer secured to an external facing surface of the second structural panel; and(c) applying a bulk water resistant seam sealant for sealing a joint formed between the first structural panel and the second structural panel.20. The method of claim 19 , wherein the first structural panel with the secured barrier layer and the second structural panel with the secured barrier layer have a water vapor transmission rate from about 0.7 to about 7 grams/m/24 hr claim 19 , as determined by ASTM E96 procedure A (73° F.-50% RH) and/or a water vapor permeance from about 0.1 to about 12 perms claim 19 , as determined by ASTM E96 procedure B (73° F.-50% RH); and{'sup': '2', 'the first structural panel with the secured barrier layer and the second ...

PANEL FOR SHEATHING SYSTEM AND METHOD

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes. 118-. (canceled)19. A panel system capable of covering at least a portion of a building frame structure , the system comprising:at least two structural panels, a first panel including an outer surface, an inner surface, and at least one edge extending therebetween, the first panel capable of aligning with its at least one edge proximate to at least one edge of a second panel, and capable of defining a joint between the first panel and the second panel;a bulk water resistant and water vapor permeable barrier layer secured to the outer surface of the first panel and the second panel; anda bulk water resistant seam sealant capable of sealing the joint between the proximate edges of the first panel and the second panel.20. The system of claim 19 , wherein the first panel with the secured barrier layer and the second panel with the secured barrier layer have a water vapor transmission rate from about 0.7 to about 7 grams/m/24 hr claim 19 , as determined by ASTM E96 procedure A (73° F.—50% RH) and/or a water vapor permeance from about 0.1 to about 12 perms claim 19 , as determined by ASTM E96 procedure B (73° F.—50% RH); and{'sup': '2', 'the first panel with the secured barrier layer and the second panel with the secured barrier layer have a liquid water transmission ...

PANEL FOR SHEATHING SYSTEM AND METHOD

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes. 118-. (canceled)19. A building structure comprising:a frame structure;a plurality of adjacent structural panels fastened to the frame structure, each structural panel comprising a barrier layer secured to an external facing surface of each structural panel; anda seam sealant sealing a joint between the structural panels;wherein:{'sup': '2', 'each structural panel with the secured barrier layer has a water vapor transmission rate from about 0.7 to about 7 grams/m/24 hr, as determined by ASTM E96 procedure A (73° F.-50% RH) and/or a water vapor permeance from about 0.1 to about 12 perms, as determined by ASTM E96 procedure B (73° F.-50% RH); and'}{'sup': '2', 'each structural panel with the secured barrier layer has a liquid water transmission rate from about 1 to about 28 grams/100 in/24 hr, via Cobb ring in accordance with ASTM D5795.'}20. The building structure of claim 19 , wherein the building structure comprises a roof.21. The building structure of claim 19 , wherein the building structure comprises a wall.22. The building structure of claim 19 , wherein the structural panels comprise oriented strand board.23. The building structure of claim 19 , wherein the structural panels comprise plywood.24. The building structure of claim 19 , wherein the building ...

PANEL FOR SHEATHING SYSTEM AND METHOD

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes. 118-. (canceled)19. A structural panel for use in sealed-joint panel system also including an adjacent structural panel and a sealant , the structural panel comprising:a structural layer comprising a wood composite material, wherein the structural layer has a first edge positioned opposite from a second edge and a third edge positioned opposite from a fourth edge, the first and second edges being parallel to one another, the third and fourth edges being parallel to one another, and the third and fourth edges being perpendicular relative to the first and second edges; anda water resistant and water vapor permeable layer secured to and coextensive with the structural layer,wherein in use the structural panel can be positioned adjacent the adjacent structural panel to define a joint therebetween and the sealant can be applied to the two structural panels to cover the joint to form the sealed-joint panel system.20. The structural panel of claim 19 , wherein the structural panel has a liquid water transmission rate from about 1 to about 28 grams/100 in/24 hr claim 19 , via Cobb ring in accordance with ASTM D5795.21. The structural panel of claim 19 , wherein the structural panel has a water vapor transmission rate from about 0.7 to about 7 grams/m/24 hr claim 19 , as ...

BUILDING PANEL WITH A WEATHER BARRIER

A sheathing panel includes a barrier overlay secured to a panel; wherein the sheathing panel is bulk water resistant and has at least one of the following properties: a water vapor transmission rate of at least 7.0 grams per square meter per 24 hours (grams/m/24 hours) as determined by ASTM E96-15 procedure A at 73° F. and 50% relative humidity (RH), a water vapor permeance of at least 1.3 perms as determined by ASTM E96-15 procedure A at 73° F. and 50% relative humidity (RH), or an air infiltration rate of less than 0.2 liters per second per square meter (L/s-m) at 75 pascals (Pa) as determined by ASTM E2357-11. 1. A sheathing panel , comprising:a barrier overlay secured to a panel; andan anti-skid coating comprising a polymer and covering about 2 to about 25% of a surface area of the barrier overlay;wherein the sheathing panel is bulk water resistant and water vapor permeable.2. The sheathing panel of claim 1 , wherein the sheathing panel has at least one of the following properties: a water vapor transmission rate of at least 7.0 grams per square meter per 24 hours (grams/m/24 hours) as determined by ASTM E96-15 procedure A at 73° F. and 50% relative humidity (RH); a water vapor permeance of at least 1.3 perms as determined by ASTM E96-15 procedure A at 73° F. and 50% relative humidity (RH); or an air infiltration rate of less than 0.2 liters per second per square meter (L/s-m) at 75 pascals (Pa) as determined by ASTM E2357-11.3. The sheathing panel of claim 1 , further comprising a water-resistant coating arranged on the barrier overlay.4. The sheathing panel of claim 1 , wherein the barrier overlay comprises a base paper.5. The sheathing panel of claim 1 , wherein the panel is a lignocellulose composite panel claim 1 , a gypsum panel claim 1 , or a combination thereof.6. The sheathing panel of claim 1 , wherein the anti-skid coating comprises a repeating pattern.7. The sheathing panel of claim 1 , wherein the sheathing panel is used in a roofing application.8. ...

PANEL FOR SHEATHING SYSTEM AND METHOD

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes. 138-. (canceled)39. A sheathing system capable of covering at least a portion of a frame of a building structure , the system comprising:at least two structural panels, with a first panel including an outer surface, an inner surface, and at least one edge extending therebetween, the first panel capable of aligning with its at least one edge proximate to at least one edge of a second panel, and capable of defining a joint between the first panel and the second panel;a bulk water resistant and water vapor permeable barrier layer secured to the outer surface of the first panel and the second panel; anda bulk water resistant seam sealant capable of sealing the joint between the proximate edges of the first panel and the second panel,wherein the assembled sheathing system does not comprise an exterior finish of the building structure.40. The system of claim 39 , wherein the first panel with the secured barrier layer and the second panel with the secured baffler layer have:{'sup': '2', 'a water vapor transmission rate from about 07 to about 7 grams/m124 hr, as determined by ASTM E96 procedure A (73° F.-50% RH) and/or a water vapor permeance from about 0.1 to about 12 perms, as determined by ASTM E96 procedure B (73° F.-50% RH); and/or'}{'sup': '2', 'a liquid water ...

Panel for sheathing system and method

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes.

Panelized roofing system and method

The panelized roof sheathing construction system includes a plurality of panels attached to a building frame structure in substantially abutting relationship. Each panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop the outward facing surface of the panel. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. Joints between panels are sealed by strips of water resistant tape or the like. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding a roll of paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, cutting the mat and paper into segments of predetermined lengths, transferring the segments onto a loading screen, subjecting the segments to heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting the segments into panels of predetermined sizes. A method of drying-in a building using the panels of the invention is also contemplated.

Wall sheathing system and method of installation

The invention comprises a wall sheathing barrier system having moisture permeability and simple improved installation method. The system comprises adjoined structural panels. Each panel has an overlay paper bonded permanently to the structural panel, which provides a moisture permeable barrier and a textured skid-resistant surface. The skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. Further, the seams of adjoining panels are sealed with a sealing means to complete the moisture barrier.

Panel for sheathing system and method

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes.

Building panel with a weather barrier

A sheathing panel includes a barrier overlay secured to a panel; wherein the sheathing panel is bulk water resistant and has at least one of the following properties: a water vapor transmission rate of at least 7.0 grams per square meter per 24 hours (grams/m 2 /24 hours) as determined by ASTM E96-15 procedure A at 73° F. and 50% relative humidity (RH), a water vapor permeance of at least 1.3 perms as determined by ASTM E96-15 procedure A at 73° F. and 50% relative humidity (RH), or an air infiltration rate of less than 0.2 liters per second per square meter (L/s-m 2 ) at 75 pascals (Pa) as determined by ASTM E2357-11.

Adjustable stair tread/riser units

A stair tread/riser unit (14) comprises an elongate tread (15) having an integral down-turned riser (18) along the forward edge (16) thereof. The rearward edge (17) of the tread has a down-turned flange (20) with three vertical slots (21) and spaced holes (19) are formed adjacent the lower edge of the riser member (18). Adjacent tread/riser units are assembled with the down-turned flange (20) of one tread engaging the riser (18) of the adjacent unit and are secured together by bolts (22). The slots (21) permit vertical adjustment of the tread members of adjacent units to suit the pitch of the staircase. The set of tread/riser units is secured between side walls or strings and the ends of the tread members having down-turned flanges (23) to receive screws for securing to the strings (13). The tread/riser units are nestable for ease of packaging. <IMAGE>

Disc brake mechanism and adjustment mechanism for disc brake

PARA FREIO A DISCO". Um mecanismo de ajuste para avançar a chapa suporte (22) e material de fricção de sobretorque (44) que provê uma conexão positivo e externo (56, 68). Em uma configuração preferida, bolas esféricas (62) são forçadas para dentro de furos (64, 70) em ambos membros de embreagem de sobretorque interno e externo (58, 68) para permitgem de sobretorque interno e externo (58, 68). Se a carga de torque excede um limite pré-determinado, então as esferas (62) se movem para fora de furos (64, 70) em pelo menos um dos membros de embreagrça de mola é preferivelmente uma força axial aplicada por uma mola ondulada (58), que força uma arruela (60) para pressionar uma pluralidade de esferas (62) para dentro dos furos (64, 70).

Panel for sheathing system and method

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes.

Building panel with a weather barrier

A sheathing panel includes a barrier overlay secured to a panel; wherein the sheathing panel is bulk water resistant and has at least one of the following properties: a water vapor transmission rate of at least 7.0 grams per square meter per 24 hours (grams/m2/24 hours) as determined by ASTM E96-15 procedure A at 73° F. and 50% relative humidity (RH), a water vapor permeance of at least 1.3 perms as determined by ASTM E96-15 procedure A at 73° F. and 50% relative humidity (RH), or an air infiltration rate of less than 0.2 liters per second per square meter (L/s-m2) at 75 pascals (Pa) as determined by ASTM E2357-11.

Axle assembly with transverse mounted electric motors

An axle assembly includes a first and a second electric motor which drive a gearbox assembly substantially therebetween. The electric motors drive the gearbox assembly which drives the vehicle wheels through a first and second axle shaft located along a first axis. The electric motors are located along axes which are substantially transverse to the first axis. The electric motors drive the gearbox assembly which includes a first stage gear reduction, a second stage gear reduction and a third stage gear reduction. A relatively lightweight and compact axle assembly is thereby provided which will benefit from an electric motor of reduced size.

Adjustment mechanism for disc brake, with improved over-torque clutch

An adjustment mechanism for advancing the backing plate (22) and friction material (24) of a disc brake (20) includes an over-torque clutch (44) that provides a positive connection between inner and outer over-torque clutch members (56, 68). In a preferred embodiment, spherical balls (62) are forced into holes (64, 70) in both the inner and outer over-torque clutch members (58, 68) to allow rotation to be transmitted between inner and outer over-torque clutch members (58, 68). If the torque load exceeds a predetermined limit, then the balls (62) move out of holes (64, 70) in at least one of the inner and outer over-torque clutch members (58, 68). The spring force is preferably an axial force applied by a wave spring (58), which forces a washer (60) to bias a plurality of balls (62) into the holes (64, 70).

Process for preserving cellulosic materials by treating them with an organotin compound and a mono quaternary compound

ABSTRACT Wood or products derived therefrom substantially uninfested with wood destroying fungi are preserved by treatment with an aqueous system of 0.01 - 0.4% of a triorganotin compound and a monoquarternary ammonium compound in amount sufficient to disperse the former, the treatment producing a loading of 0.15 - 1.5 kg of organotin per cubic metre of wood or product therefrom.

Design for a fly swatter

Production of carbon tetrachloride from carbon bisulfide

Design for a broiler utensil

Fly swatter

Insect killer

Insect killer

Fly swatter

Implement or device for killing or disabling insects, flies, or the like.

Panel for sheathing system and method

The panel includes a water resistant barrier layer secured atop its outward facing surface. The water resistant barrier layer includes a skid resistant surface. The panels are made of lignocellulosic material. The water resistant and skid resistant surface may include indicia for aligning strips of tape or for aligning fasteners. A method for manufacturing the water resistant building panels is also disclosed and includes the steps of feeding paper onto a forming belt, depositing lignocellulosic material and the binding agent onto the forming belt so as to form a lignocellulosic mat, applying heat and pressure so as to impart the skid resistant surface on the paper, and cutting panels to predetermined sizes.