Beaded chain for blinds
CA 2412372 A1 · Owner: Lorio, Eric W. · Inventors: Lorio, Eric W.; Martin, Glenn A.
Overview
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A differentiated beaded chain is provided as an aid for rotating blind slats in a desired rotational direction. The differentiation is realized utilizing beads of differing sizes or textures along a first and second length of the beaded chain. An operator consistently achieves a desired rotational response by pulling one of the first and second lengths. The differentiated beads are identifiable by either touch or sight. Similarly a differentiated cord is , provided for opening and closing blinds or curtains along a vertical or horizontal plane. The cord consists mainly of a first texture and utilizes a second texture along a portion of a length of the cord to provide an operator …
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Why it's free to use
- Filed June 5, 2001. No grant is recorded for it in Canada; had it been granted, its 20-year term would have ended June 5, 2021.
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