Press-Fit Storm Window
AssigneeR Value, Inc.
InventorsSamuel Pardue, Mark Pratt
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Abstract
Described are a new type of storm windows, along with an easy way (and less expensive) of installing the press-fit storm window, on existing frames or windows, without the hassle and expense of replacing the whole window (to save time, cost, and inconvenience), to increase R-value (insulation efficiency) for the windows (i.e. reduce energy waste). This relates to the construction and installation and use of easily installed low cost interior or exterior storm windows, which are attractive and effective in reducing heat and noise transmission. Different approaches and variations to implement this are shown here.
Claims22
A storm window system for placement in a window frame, the system comprising:
- a transparent panel;
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- one or more pliable gaskets formed of a homogeneous material, at least one of the gaskets including a flexible bulb portion and a groove portion having a groove defined between a first leg extension and a second le extension, the bulb portion having an annular cross-sectional shape that deforms when pressure is applied and the groove structured to accept and frictionally hold an edge region of the panel between the first and a second legs;
- wherein the one or more pliable gaskets are structured to deform to frictionally hold the system in the window frame when the system is compress-fit into the window frame.
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