公开(公告)号：US08356654B2

公开(公告)日：2013-01-22

申请号：US13294420

申请日：2011-11-11

Applicant: W. Michael Coleman ,  Michael D. George ,  Mark B. Laraway

Inventor： W. Michael Coleman ,  Michael D. George ,  Mark B. Laraway

IPC: E05F11/00

CPC classification number: E05D15/063 ,  E05D15/0652 ,  E05F15/643 ,  E05Y2201/64 ,  E05Y2201/646 ,  E05Y2201/656 ,  E05Y2600/60 ,  E05Y2900/134 ,  E05Y2900/142 ,  Y10T29/49826

Abstract: Movable partition systems may include a chain guide structure extending along a curved path. The chain guide structure may have a specified maximum width, and may include attachment flanges that project laterally from a central beam beyond laterally outward ends of chain guide members of the chain guide structure by a specified minimum distance. Overhead support systems for movable partition systems may include such chain guide structures. Methods of forming overhead support systems and movable partition systems may include stretch forming a bent chain guide structure. Methods of installing overhead support systems and movable partition systems may include inserting fasteners at least substantially perpendicularly through attachment flanges of a chain guide structure to secure the chain guide structure to an overhead structure.

Abstract translation: 可移动分隔系统可以包括沿弯曲路径延伸的链条引导结构。 链条导向结构可以具有规定的最大宽度，并且可以包括附接凸缘，该附接凸缘从中心横梁横向突出超过链条引导结构的链条引导构件的横向外端的规定的最小距离。 可移动分隔系统的架空支撑系统可以包括这种链条导向结构。 形成架空支撑系统和可移动分隔系统的方法可以包括拉伸成形弯曲的链条引导结构。 安装架空支撑系统和可移动分隔系统的方法可以包括至少基本上垂直地穿过链条引导结构的附接凸缘插入紧固件，以将链条引导结构固定在顶部结构上。

公开(公告)号：US08322095B2

公开(公告)日：2012-12-04

申请号：US13249665

申请日：2011-09-30

Applicant: Michael D. George

Inventor： Michael D. George

IPC: E04B3/00 ,  E05D15/06

CPC classification number: E06B3/481 ,  E05D15/0652 ,  E05Y2201/684 ,  E05Y2600/628 ,  E05Y2800/416 ,  Y10T24/44017

Abstract: A header assembly for a movable partition includes an overhead track and a header pan. The header pan is configured to extend from the overhead track to an adjoining structure. The header pan, the overhead track, or a combination of both may form a fire-resistant barrier extending from a wall of the adjoining structure to an opposing wall of the adjoining structure. Movable partition systems may include header assemblies. Methods of forming header assemblies include positioning a header pan proximate to an overhead track and extending the header pan between a first wall and a second wall to at least substantially occlude a section of space therebetween. Methods of installing a movable partition include securing an overhead track to an overhead support structure, securing a retainer clip to an adjoining structure, extending a header pan from the overhead track to the retainer clip, and suspending a partition from the track.

Abstract translation: 用于可移动分隔件的头部组件包括顶部轨道和头部盘。 标题盘被配置为从架空轨道延伸到相邻的结构。 集头盘，架空轨道或两者的组合可以形成从相邻结构的壁延伸到相邻结构的相对壁的防火屏障。 活动分隔系统可以包括头部组件。 形成集管组件的方法包括将集管盘定位在顶部轨道附近，并且在第一壁和第二壁之间延伸集管盘以至少基本上封闭它们之间的一段空间。 安装可移动分隔件的方法包括将架空轨道固定到顶部支撑结构上，将定位夹固定到相邻的结构，将集管盘从架空轨道延伸到保持夹，以及将轨道悬挂在分隔件上。

公开(公告)号：US08278862B2

公开(公告)日：2012-10-02

申请号：US12501255

申请日：2009-07-10

Applicant: W. Michael Coleman ,  Duane O. Hall ,  E. Carl Goodman ,  Michael D. George ,  D. George Field

Inventor： W. Michael Coleman ,  Duane O. Hall ,  E. Carl Goodman ,  Michael D. George ,  D. George Field

IPC: H02P7/00

CPC classification number: H02H7/0851 ,  E05F15/41 ,  E05F15/51 ,  E05Y2400/54 ,  E05Y2400/554 ,  E06B3/94

Abstract: Motor control systems comprise a motor control circuit, a processing circuit operably coupled to the motor control circuit, and a current sensor operably coupled to the processing circuit. The current sensor may be configured to sense a current and to convey a signal to the processing circuitry proportional to an amount of current sensed. The processing circuitry may be configured to sample the signal to obtain a plurality of current values, to store the plurality of current values and to generate an operation profile from the plurality of current values. Folding partitions comprising motor control systems are also disclosed, as well as methods of monitoring an operation of an electric motor and of monitoring for an obstruction of a folding partition.

Abstract translation: 电动机控制系统包括电动机控制电路，可操作地耦合到电动机控制电路的处理电路和可操作地耦合到处理电路的电流传感器。 电流传感器可以被配置为感测电流并且将信号传送到与感测的电流量成比例的处理电路。 处理电路可以被配置为对信号进行采样以获得多个电流值，以存储多个当前值并且从多个当前值生成运行曲线。 还公开了包括电机控制系统的折叠隔板，以及监视电动机的操作以及监视折叠隔板的障碍物的方法。

公开(公告)号：US20120018101A1

公开(公告)日：2012-01-26

申请号：US13249699

申请日：2011-09-30

Applicant: Michael D. George

Inventor： Michael D. George

IPC: E06B9/06 ,  E04G23/00

CPC classification number: E06B3/481 ,  E05D15/0652 ,  E05Y2201/684 ,  E05Y2600/628 ,  E05Y2800/416 ,  Y10T24/44017

Abstract: A header assembly for a movable partition includes an overhead track and a header pan. The header pan is configured to extend from the overhead track to an adjoining structure. The header pan, the overhead track, or a combination of both may form a fire-resistant barrier extending from a wall of the adjoining structure to an opposing wall of the adjoining structure. Movable partition systems may include header assemblies. Methods of forming header assemblies include positioning a header pan proximate to an overhead track and extending the header pan between a first wall and a second wall to at least substantially occlude a section of space therebetween. Methods of installing a movable partition include securing an overhead track to an overhead support structure, securing a retainer clip to an adjoining structure, extending a header pan from the overhead track to the retainer clip, and suspending a partition from the track.

Abstract translation: 用于可移动分隔件的头部组件包括顶部轨道和头部盘。 标题盘被配置为从架空轨道延伸到相邻的结构。 集头盘，架空轨道或两者的组合可以形成从相邻结构的壁延伸到相邻结构的相对壁的防火屏障。 活动分隔系统可以包括头部组件。 形成集管组件的方法包括将集管盘定位在顶部轨道附近，并且在第一壁和第二壁之间延伸集管盘以至少基本上封闭它们之间的一段空间。 安装可移动分隔件的方法包括将架空轨道固定到顶部支撑结构上，将定位夹固定到相邻的结构上，将集管盘从架空轨道延伸到保持夹，以及从轨道悬挂隔板。

公开(公告)号：US20110186249A1

公开(公告)日：2011-08-04

申请号：US13086014

申请日：2011-04-13

Applicant: W. Michael Coleman ,  Michael D. George

Inventor： W. Michael Coleman ,  Michael D. George

IPC: E06B9/02

CPC classification number: E06B9/0669 ,  E06B3/94 ,  E06B9/0638

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses are disclosed for laterally restraining a movable partition. In one embodiment, a movable partition includes two laterally spaced structures wherein each structure includes a plurality of hingedly coupled panels. A lateral restraint mechanism is located and configured to prevent lateral displacement of one or both of the two laterally spaced structures. In one embodiment, a cable is disposed between and extends from along a lower edge of the two laterally spaced structures. The cable is maintained in tension, at least while the partition is in a deployed condition, to prevent or minimize the lateral displacement of one or both of the structures such as when a draft or other external force acts on the two laterally spaced structures. In one embodiment, the cable may be operatively associated with one or more drive components used to displace the movable partition. In another embodiment, the cable may be coupled to a take-up mechanism.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于横向限制可移动分隔件的方法和装置。 在一个实施例中，可移动分隔件包括两个横向间隔的结构，其中每个结构包括多个铰接的面板。 横向约束机构被定位和构造成防止两个横向间隔开的结构中的一个或两个的横向位移。 在一个实施例中，电缆设置在沿着两个横向间隔开的结构的下边缘之间并且沿其延伸。 至少在分隔件处于展开状态时，电缆保持张力，以防止或最小化一个或两个结构的横向位移，例如当牵引力或其他外力作用在两个横向间隔开的结构上时。 在一个实施例中，电缆可以与用于移动可移动分隔件的一个或多个驱动部件可操作地相关联。 在另一个实施例中，电缆可以耦合到卷绕机构。

公开(公告)号：US07926538B2

公开(公告)日：2011-04-19

申请号：US11652446

申请日：2007-01-11

Applicant: W. Michael Coleman ,  Michael D. George

Inventor： W. Michael Coleman ,  Michael D. George

IPC: E06B9/06

CPC classification number: E06B9/0669 ,  E06B3/94 ,  E06B9/0638

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses are disclosed for laterally restraining a movable partition. In one embodiment, a movable partition includes two laterally spaced structures wherein each structure includes a plurality of hingedly coupled panels. A lateral restraint mechanism is located and configured to prevent lateral displacement of one or both of the two laterally spaced structures. In one embodiment, a cable is disposed between and extends from along the lower edge of the two laterally spaced structures. The cable is maintained in tension, at least while the partition is in a deployed condition, to prevent or minimize the lateral displacement of one or both of the structures such as when a draft or other external force acts on the structures. In one embodiment, the cable may be operatively associated with one or more drive components used to displace the movable partition. In another embodiment, the cable may be coupled to a take-up mechanism.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于横向限制可移动分隔件的方法和装置。 在一个实施例中，可移动分隔件包括两个横向间隔的结构，其中每个结构包括多个铰接的面板。 横向约束机构被定位和构造成防止两个横向间隔开的结构中的一个或两个的横向位移。 在一个实施例中，电缆设置在两个横向间隔开的结构的下边缘之间并且沿其延伸。 至少在分隔件处于部署状态时，电缆保持紧张，以防止或最小化一个或两个结构的横向位移，例如当牵引或其他外力作用在结构上时。 在一个实施例中，电缆可以与用于移动可移动分隔件的一个或多个驱动部件可操作地相关联。 在另一个实施例中，电缆可以耦合到卷绕机构。

公开(公告)号：US20100299889A1

公开(公告)日：2010-12-02

申请号：US12477056

申请日：2009-06-02

Applicant: Michael D. George

Inventor： Michael D. George

IPC: E05D15/06 ,  A44B21/00 ,  E06B3/00

CPC classification number: E06B3/481 ,  E05D15/0652 ,  E05Y2201/684 ,  E05Y2600/628 ,  E05Y2800/416 ,  Y10T24/44017

Abstract: A header assembly for a movable partition includes an overhead track and a header pan. The header pan is configured to extend from the overhead track to an adjoining structure. The header pan, the overhead track, or a combination of both may form a fire-resistant barrier extending from a wall of the adjoining structure to an opposing wall of the adjoining structure. Movable partition systems may include header assemblies. Methods of forming header assemblies include positioning a header pan proximate to an overhead track and extending the header pan between a first wall and a second wall to at least substantially occlude a section of space therebetween. Methods of installing a movable partition include securing an overhead track to an overhead support structure, securing a retainer clip to an adjoining structure, extending a header pan from the overhead track to the retainer clip, and suspending a partition from the track.

Abstract translation: 用于可移动分隔件的头部组件包括顶部轨道和头部盘。 标题盘被配置为从架空轨道延伸到相邻的结构。 集头盘，架空轨道或两者的组合可以形成从相邻结构的壁延伸到相邻结构的相对壁的防火屏障。 活动分隔系统可以包括头部组件。 形成集管组件的方法包括将集管盘定位在顶部轨道附近，并且在第一壁和第二壁之间延伸集管盘以至少基本上封闭它们之间的一段空间。 安装可移动分隔件的方法包括将架空轨道固定到顶部支撑结构上，将定位夹固定到相邻的结构，将集管盘从架空轨道延伸到保持夹，以及将轨道悬挂在分隔件上。

公开(公告)号：US20080169069A1

公开(公告)日：2008-07-17

申请号：US11652446

申请日：2007-01-11

Applicant: W. Michael Coleman ,  Michael D. George

Inventor： W. Michael Coleman ,  Michael D. George

IPC: E05D15/06

CPC classification number: E06B9/0669 ,  E06B3/94 ,  E06B9/0638

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses are disclosed for laterally restraining a movable partition. In one embodiment, a movable partition includes two laterally spaced structures wherein each structure includes a plurality of hingedly coupled panels. A lateral restraint mechanism is located and configured to prevent lateral displacement of one or both of the two laterally spaced structures. In one embodiment, a cable is disposed between and extends from along the lower edge of the two laterally spaced structures. The cable is maintained in tension, at least while the partition is in a deployed condition, to prevent or minimize the lateral displacement of one or both of the structures such as when a draft or other external force acts on the structures. In one embodiment, the cable may be operatively associated with one or more drive components used to displace the movable partition. In another embodiment, the cable may be coupled to a take-up mechanism.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于横向限制可移动分隔件的方法和装置。 在一个实施例中，可移动分隔件包括两个横向间隔的结构，其中每个结构包括多个铰接的面板。 横向约束机构被定位和构造成防止两个横向间隔开的结构中的一个或两个的横向位移。 在一个实施例中，电缆设置在两个横向间隔开的结构的下边缘之间并且沿其延伸。 至少在分隔件处于部署状态时，电缆保持紧张，以防止或最小化一个或两个结构的横向位移，例如当牵引或其他外力作用在结构上时。 在一个实施例中，电缆可以与用于移动可移动分隔件的一个或多个驱动部件可操作地相关联。 在另一个实施例中，电缆可以耦合到卷绕机构。