System and method for protecting structures
OwnerDonald Ouimetteinventor
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Abstract
Systems and methods are disclosed for protecting structures. In example embodiments, one or more waterproof barrier panels are sealed to one or more exterior walls of the structure. In other example embodiments, the barrier system comprises a plurality of sealing elements, protective panels and, optionally, tracks comprising shackles or hooks for suspending the protective panels. The barrier panel optionally comprises a thermoplastic olefin, and further optionally comprises a fire-resistant material.
Claims18
A barrier system, comprising:
- a barrier panel, wherein the barrier panel comprises at least one edge with more than one end portions, and
- a barrier seal comprising more than one channel, wherein each channel is configured or receiving one end portion of the barrier panel;
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- wherein the barrier panel further comprises an expandable tubing between the end portions of the at least one edge.
A system for protecting a structure, the system comprising a barrier panel and at least one barrier seal, wherein the barrier panel comprises at least one edge with split end portions and an inflatable tubing between the split end portions and wherein the at least one barrier seal is configured to receive the at least one edge of the barrier panel and create a water-tight seal between the barrier panel and the at least one barrier seal when the tubing is inflated.
A protection system, comprising at least one barrier panel comprising at least one edge with a plurality of end portions and an inflatable tubing between the end portions;
- and at least one barrier seal configured for receiving the at least one edge of the at least one barrier panel.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.