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Method and apparatus for panel edge coupling

CA 1262402 C · Owner: Conville, David J. · Inventors: Conville, David J.

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Abstract, Method and apparatus for joining or repairing wall or ceiling panels such as sheet rock, gypsum boards plywood, or, other generally planar wall panels Means are provided for permanently joining the edges of wallboard panels ceiling, panels, or the like at any desired position along the length of the wall frame or ceiling framework independent of framing backup studs or joists. Each embodiment of the invention contemplates the use of a plurality of metallic clips adapted to provide a working union or edgewise mechanical bond between adjacent panel edges, by creating an artificial backing in wall regions having no studs or support columns. A preferred clip comprises a generally …

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  • Granted October 24, 1989. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended October 24, 2006.
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FiledJanuary 4, 1988
GrantedOctober 24, 1989
Term endedOctober 24, 2006
Patent numberCA 1262402 C
Classification (IPC)E04B1/20 +2 more

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198919911993199519971999200120032005Application filedJan 4, 1988Patent grantedOct 24, 1989Term endedOct 24, 2006

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