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Window operator and hinge structure

CA 2012329 C · Owner: Vetter, Gregory J. · Inventors: Vetter, Gregory J.; Tucker, Daniel G.

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A window operator and hinge structure for a casement window which can be simply factory pre-set for positioning of a window in either egress or wash modes, with switching between modes requiring no additional parts or special tools. The structure has a pivoted handle movable between a closed inactive, position flush with a sill cover and rotatable to an inclined, active position. The handle, in its pivoting movement, operates window locking structure and also controls the action of a brake with release, of the brake by raising of the handle to operative position. Motion-transmitting connections between the handle and linkage structure include the brake as well as the clutch, with the clutch …

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  • Filed March 15, 1990 and granted August 24, 1999. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended March 15, 2010.
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FiledMarch 15, 1990
GrantedAugust 24, 1999
Term endedMarch 15, 2010
Patent numberCA 2012329 C
Classification (IPC)E05F11/10 +2 more

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1991199319951997199920012003200520072009Application filedMarch 15, 1990Patent grantedAug 24, 1999Term endedMarch 15, 2010

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