公开(公告)号：WO2011008860A1

公开(公告)日：2011-01-20

申请号：PCT/US2010/041978

申请日：2010-07-14

Applicant: INFINITE EDGE TECHNOLOGIES, LLC ,  RAPP, Eric, B. ,  TRPKOVSKI, Paul ,  MATTHEWS, Gary, R.

Inventor： RAPP, Eric, B. ,  TRPKOVSKI, Paul ,  MATTHEWS, Gary, R.

IPC: E06B3/663 ,  E06B3/673

CPC classification number: E06B3/66309 ,  B21D13/08 ,  B21D41/02 ,  B32B3/263 ,  B32B3/28 ,  E06B3/67304 ,  E06B2003/6639 ,  Y10T29/49826 ,  Y10T428/12382 ,  Y10T428/12389 ,  Y10T428/24529

Abstract: A spacer for a sealed unit is formed of a stretched elongate strip of material, such as metal. The elongate strip is longitudinally stretched, causing a reduction in the thickness of the material. Stretching is performed by applying a tension across a segment of an elongate strip. The tension can be applied to the elongate strip by passing the elongate strip through at least two spaced sets of rollers. A first set of rollers operating at a first speed engages with the elongate strip and a second set of rollers operating at a second speed applies a tension to the elongate strip to cause stretching of the material. Corrugated rollers can also be used to form the material into an undulating shape.

Abstract translation: 用于密封单元的间隔件由延伸的细长条材料例如金属形成。 长条被纵向拉伸，导致材料厚度的减小。 通过在细长带的一段上施加张力来进行拉伸。 通过使细长带通过至少两个间隔开的一组辊，可以将张力施加到细长带上。 以第一速度操作的第一组辊与细长条接合，并且以第二速度操作的第二组辊对细长条施加张力以引起材料的拉伸。 波纹辊也可用于将材料形成波浪形状。

公开(公告)号：WO2009064915A1

公开(公告)日：2009-05-22

申请号：PCT/US2008/083441

申请日：2008-11-13

Applicant: INFINITE EDGE TECHNOLOGIES, LLC ,  TRPKOVSKI, Paul

Inventor： TRPKOVSKI, Paul

IPC: E06B3/663

CPC classification number: E06B3/66304 ,  E06B3/66309 ,  E06B3/66314 ,  E06B3/66323 ,  E06B3/66342 ,  E06B3/66361 ,  E06B3/6733 ,  E06B2003/6639 ,  Y10T29/49623 ,  Y10T156/10 ,  Y10T428/192 ,  Y10T428/24174 ,  Y10T428/24331 ,  Y10T428/24628 ,  Y10T428/2848

Abstract: A window assembly includes a first sheet and a second sheet separated by a window spacer. A window spacer includes an elongate body bent to define an interior space. The window spacer has increased strength due to the presence of reinforcing features. One example of a reinforcing feature is a support member provided inside the window spacer. Another example of a reinforcing feature is an undulating shape formed into at least a portion of the elongate body. Methods of manufacturing window spacers are also disclosed.

Abstract translation: 窗组件包括由窗隔离物分隔的第一片和第二片。 窗口间隔件包括弯曲以限定内部空间的细长主体。 由于存在增强特征，窗隔垫具有增加的强度。 增强特征的一个实例是设置在窗间隔件内的支撑构件。 增强特征的另一个实例是形成在细长体的至少一部分中的起伏形状。 还公开了制造窗口间隔物的方法。

公开(公告)号：WO2009064909A1

公开(公告)日：2009-05-22

申请号：PCT/US2008/083435

申请日：2008-11-13

Applicant: INFINITE EDGE TECHNOLOGIES, LLC ,  TRPKOVSKI, Paul

Inventor： TRPKOVSKI, Paul

IPC: E06B3/663

CPC classification number: E06B3/66304 ,  E06B3/66309 ,  E06B3/66314 ,  E06B3/66323 ,  E06B3/66342 ,  E06B3/66361 ,  E06B3/6733 ,  E06B2003/6639 ,  Y10T29/49623 ,  Y10T156/10 ,  Y10T428/192 ,  Y10T428/24174 ,  Y10T428/24331 ,  Y10T428/24628 ,  Y10T428/2848

Abstract: A material sheet includes a sheet of material having a small undulating shape. The material sheet provides added strength or allows for reduced material thicknesses in some embodiments. Some embodiments of the material sheet are to at least partially make an appliance, siding, a stud, a motorized vehicle, an electronics enclosure, a shingle, a window spacer, or a window component.

Abstract translation: 材料片包括具有小起伏形状的材料片。 在一些实施例中，材料片材提供增加的强度或允许减小的材料厚度。 材料片的一些实施例是至少部分地制造器具，壁板，螺柱，机动车辆，电子设备外壳，瓦板，窗户间隔件或窗户部件。

公开(公告)号：WO2009064905A1

公开(公告)日：2009-05-22

申请号：PCT/US2008/083428

申请日：2008-11-13

Applicant: INFINITE EDGE TECHNOLOGIES, LLC ,  TRPKOVSKI, Paul

Inventor： TRPKOVSKI, Paul

IPC: E06B3/663

CPC classification number: E06B3/66304 ,  E06B3/66309 ,  E06B3/66314 ,  E06B3/66323 ,  E06B3/66342 ,  E06B3/66361 ,  E06B3/6733 ,  E06B2003/6639 ,  Y10T29/49623 ,  Y10T156/10 ,  Y10T428/192 ,  Y10T428/24174 ,  Y10T428/24331 ,  Y10T428/24628 ,  Y10T428/2848

Abstract: A sealed unit includes at least two sheets of transparent or translucent material separated from each other by a spacer. One example of a spacer for a sealed unit includes a first elongate strip, a second elongate strip, and filler arranged therebetween. The first and second elongate strips have a small undulating shape in some embodiments. Methods of making spacers and window assemblies as well as devices for use in the manufacture of spacers and assemblies are disclosed including a manufacturing jig and a spool storage rack. The spool storage rack stores a plurality of spools configured to store spacer materials thereon.

Abstract translation: 密封单元包括通过间隔件彼此分离的至少两片透明或半透明材料。 用于密封单元的间隔件的一个实例包括第一细长条，第二细长带和布置在其间的填料。 在一些实施例中，第一和第二细长条具有小的起伏形状。 公开了制造间隔件和窗组件的方法以及用于制造间隔件和组件的装置，其包括制造夹具和卷轴存放架。 卷轴存储架存储多个线轴，其构造成在其上存储隔离材料。

公开(公告)号：WO2009064921A1

公开(公告)日：2009-05-22

申请号：PCT/US2008/083449

申请日：2008-11-13

Applicant: INFINITE EDGE TECHNOLOGIES, LLC ,  TRPKOVSKI, Paul

Inventor： TRPKOVSKI, Paul

IPC: E06B3/663

CPC classification number: E06B3/66304 ,  E06B3/66309 ,  E06B3/66314 ,  E06B3/66323 ,  E06B3/66342 ,  E06B3/66361 ,  E06B3/6733 ,  E06B2003/6639 ,  Y10T29/49623 ,  Y10T156/10 ,  Y10T428/192 ,  Y10T428/24174 ,  Y10T428/24331 ,  Y10T428/24628 ,  Y10T428/2848

Abstract: A sealed unit includes at least two sheets of material separated by a spacer. In one example, a spacer includes an elongate strip having a first longitudinal edge and a second longitudinal edge and defines a plane extending between at least portions of the first and second longitudinal edges. The spacer also includes at leas a first stabilizer connected to the elongate strip adjacent the first longitudinal edge. The first stabilizer has a first surface arranged substantially perpendicular to the plane. The first surface is adapted to support the elongate strip against a first sheet of material. Some embodiments include a second stabilizer adapted to support the elongate strip against the second sheet of material.

Abstract translation: 密封单元包括由间隔物隔开的至少两片材料。 在一个示例中，间隔件包括具有第一纵向边缘和第二纵向边缘并且限定在第一和第二纵向边缘的至少部分之间延伸的平面的细长条带。 间隔件还包括连接到与第一纵向边缘相邻的细长条带的第一稳定器。 第一稳定器具有基本上垂直于该平面布置的第一表面。 第一表面适于将细长条支撑抵靠第一片材料。 一些实施例包括适于将细长条支撑抵靠第二片材料的第二稳定器。

公开(公告)号：WO2009064919A1

公开(公告)日：2009-05-22

申请号：PCT/US2008/083445

申请日：2008-11-13

Applicant: INFINITE EDGE TECHNOLOGIES, LLC ,  TRPKOVSKI, Paul

Inventor： TRPKOVSKI, Paul

IPC: E06B3/663

CPC classification number: E06B3/66304 ,  E06B3/66309 ,  E06B3/66314 ,  E06B3/66323 ,  E06B3/66342 ,  E06B3/66361 ,  E06B3/6733 ,  E06B2003/6639 ,  Y10T29/49623 ,  Y10T156/10 ,  Y10T428/192 ,  Y10T428/24174 ,  Y10T428/24331 ,  Y10T428/24628 ,  Y10T428/2848

Abstract: In general terms, this disclosure is directed to a window assembly and a window spacer. In one possible configuration and by non-limiting example, the window assembly includes a first sheet, a second sheet, and a spacer arranged between the first sheet and the second sheet. The spacer includes a first elongate strip, a second elongate strip, and continuous sidewalls or a plurality of sidewalls. In some embodiments the sidewalls include a first portion having a first fastening mechanism and a second portion have a second fastening mechanism. The first fastening mechanism is arranged and configured to securely engage with the second fastening mechanism to connect the first portion with the second portion.

Abstract translation: 一般来说，本公开涉及一种窗户组件和窗户间隔件。 在一个可能的构造中，非限制性示例，窗组件包括第一片，第二片和布置在第一片和第二片之间的间隔件。 间隔件包括第一细长条，第二细长条和连续侧壁或多个侧壁。 在一些实施例中，侧壁包括具有第一紧固机构的第一部分和具有第二紧固机构的第二部分。 第一紧固机构被布置和构造成与第二紧固机构牢固地接合以将第一部分与第二部分连接。

公开(公告)号：WO2003039842A1

公开(公告)日：2003-05-15

申请号：PCT/US2002/035142

申请日：2002-11-02

Applicant: CARDINAL IG COMPANY ,  TRPKOVSKI, Paul

Inventor： TRPKOVSKI, Paul

IPC: B29C63/02

CPC classification number: B29C63/02 ,  B29C63/0056 ,  B29L2031/7782 ,  Y10T156/1056 ,  Y10T156/1057 ,  Y10T156/1075 ,  Y10T156/1085 ,  Y10T156/1322 ,  Y10T156/1339

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for masking a selected portion of a workpiece are disclosed. A method in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention may include the steps of providing a workpiece having a shape, providing a mask having a similar shape, and urging an adhesive side of the mask against a first surface of the workpiece. A cutter may be used to form a plurality of cuts in the sheet without contacting the workpiece with the cutter. The plurality of cuts may be arranged to define a mask having a desired shape. The mask may be centered on the workpiece.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于掩蔽工件的选定部分的方法和装置。 根据本发明的示例性实施例的方法可以包括以下步骤：提供具有形状的工件，提供具有相似形状的掩模，并且将掩模的粘合剂侧压在工件的第一表面上。 可以使用切割器在片材中形成多个切口，而不用工件与切割器接触。 多个切口可以被布置成限定具有期望形状的掩模。 掩模可以在工件上居中。

公开(公告)号：WO2003022505A1

公开(公告)日：2003-03-20

申请号：PCT/US2002/028772

申请日：2002-09-10

Applicant: CARDINAL IG COMPANY ,  TRPKOVSKI, Paul

Inventor： TRPKOVSKI, Paul

IPC: B23K26/00

CPC classification number: B23K26/10 ,  B23K2201/007

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for the automatic placement of indicia, such as logo, and manufacturer and material information, on planar workpieces, such as glass. This apparatus is suitable for line processing. When the workpiece arrives at the apparatus, a shuttle, housing a laser, moves over the workpiece to find the edges of the workpiece using an optical sensor also within the shuttle. The shuttle may then move to the interior of the workpiece according to a suitable offset as instructed by the soltware. When the shuttle is in position, the laser may impart one or more indicia to the workpiece at an orientation instructed by a software module. The indicia may consist, for example, of a graphic file, which my be made up of another graphics file such as a logo, and textual information regarding the workpiece properties, place or date of manufacture, or the like.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于在诸如玻璃的平面工件上自动放置诸如标志的标记以及制造商和材料信息的装置。 该设备适用于线路处理。 当工件到达设备时，容纳激光器的梭子在工件上移动，以便在梭子内也使用光学传感器找到工件的边缘。 然后梭子可以根据溶质的指示按照适当的偏移量移动到工件的内部。 当梭子就位时，激光器可以以由软件模块指示的取向向工件施加一个或多个标记。 标记可以包括例如图形文件，其由诸如徽标的另一图形文件组成，以及关于工件属性，制造地点或制造日期的文本信息等。

公开(公告)号：WO2003001016A2

公开(公告)日：2003-01-03

申请号：PCT/US2002/019585

申请日：2002-06-20

Applicant: CARDINAL IG COMPANY ,  TRPKOVSKI, Paul ,  HERRON, Bernard, J.

Inventor： TRPKOVSKI, Paul ,  HERRON, Bernard, J.

IPC: E06B3/677

CPC classification number: E06B3/677 ,  B23B49/005 ,  B23B51/02 ,  B23B2226/45 ,  B28D1/14

Abstract: The invention provides methods of producing and servicing insulating glass units. Methods are provided for reducing the pressure differential on an IG unit, for changing the interior pressure within an IG unit, and for changing the gaseous interior composition within an IG. These methods can be practiced by forming a hole through at least one of the panes of an IG unit, and flowing gas through the hole. One method includes forming a hole through one of the panes of an IG unit, flowing gas through the hole, and sealing the hole with an optically clear sealant (e.g., a transparent resin). A number of methods for producing IG units are also provided. Further, several kits are provided for serviving IG units. There is also provided a method for detecting leaks in an IG unit by flowing an opaque gas into the unit and observing the unit to detect leaks of the opaque gas therefrom.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了生产和维修中空玻璃单元的方法。 提供了用于降低IG单元上的压差的方法，用于改变IG单元内的内部压力，以及改变IG内的气态内部组成。 这些方法可以通过在IG单元的至少一个窗格中形成孔，并且通过孔流动气体来实现。 一种方法包括通过IG单元的一个窗格中形成孔，使气体流过孔，并用光学透明密封剂（例如，透明树脂）密封孔。 还提供了用于生产IG单元的多种方法。 此外，提供了几个用于服务IG单元的套件。 还提供了一种通过将不透明气体流入单元并观察该单元以检测不透明气体的泄漏来检测IG单元中的泄漏的方法。

公开(公告)号：WO2003059790A1

公开(公告)日：2003-07-24

申请号：PCT/US2003/001364

申请日：2003-01-15

Applicant: CARDINAL IG COMPANY ,  TRPKOVSKI, Paul

Inventor： TRPKOVSKI, Paul

IPC: B65G1/04

CPC classification number: B65D85/48 ,  B65D19/44 ,  B65G1/0442 ,  B65G1/14 ,  B65G57/18 ,  E06B3/67365

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for handling material for the insulating glass industry are disclosed. One method of handling material for the insulating glass industry in accordance with the present invention includes the step of arranging a plurality of bars into a plurality of stacks with adjacent stacks defining spaces dimensioned to receive a bar engaging member. The stacks of bars may then be transported to a desired destination. A bar engaging member may be inserted into a space defined by the stacks, and one or more bars may be grasped using the bar engaging member. A container for handling material for the insulating glass industry is also disclosed. The container may advantageously include a plurality of prearranged bar locating members configured to hold a predetermined type of bar stock.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于处理中空玻璃工业材料的方法和装置。 用于根据本发明的用于中空玻璃工业的材料的一种方法包括将多个条布置成多个堆叠的步骤，其中相邻的堆叠限定尺寸设置成接收条形接合构件的空间。 然后可以将堆叠的条块运送到期望的目的地。 杆接合构件可以插入由堆叠限定的空间中，并且可以使用杆接合构件来抓握一个或多个杆。 还公开了用于处理中空玻璃工业的材料的容器。 容器可以有利地包括多个预先布置的杆定位构件，其构造成保持预定类型的杆料。