AU2012100014A4

AU2012100014A4 - Frame for rapid building system

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Publication number: AU2012100014A4
Application number: AU2012100014A
Authority: AU
Inventors: Peter John Schott
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2012-01-05
Filing date: 2012-01-05
Publication date: 2012-02-02
Anticipated expiration: 2020-01-05

Abstract

This invention is specifically designed to improve the structural integrity of rapid construction systems. The claimed invention has two distinct elements, namely a Bottom Plate and Vertical Connector that provide structural strength to insulated board or Structural Insulated Panels. The Bottom Plate can - in accordance with this invention - comprise a forward strip, called a Structural Tongue, which allows connection using screws, nails and/or construction adhesive. The two axes of attachment allow for stronger tie down. The framing system uses water-proof structural members to replace the need to use Damp Course to moisture-proof the external wall. This allows the use of high-strength construction adhesive and pest control additives. The optional plate is used to hold an internal lining in place to facilitate faster construction. The Vertical Connector can - in accordance with this invention - comprise a forward strip which allows connection using screws, nails and/or construction adhesive. In corner applications it can include two structural tongues. The method of installation allows for stronger Top Plate connection using construction screws and stronger Lintel Panel connection including internal fitting with screws and adhesive. The Bottom Plate features an optional interior piece which facilitates easier installation of dry wall. Screws are attached to structural elements surrounding windows to increase the strength of the window lintel. 4.Adhesive under late 5 Adhesive and Ant Glue under front plate, 14, FIGURE 2 FIGURE

Description

AUSTRALIA Patents Act 1990 Complete Specification Innovation Patent FRAME FOR RAPID BUILDING SYSTEMS The following statement is a full description of this innovation including the best methods to achieve maximum strength, known by me: FRAME FOR RAPID BUILDING SYSTEMS [0001] The building industry has sought ways to reduce the cost of construction. The cash flow benefit of achieving rapid "enclosed" stage house construction is significant. To achieve rapid building, companies have used methods such as Structural Insulated Panels. Unfortunately, these systems can be compromised in racking and tie down capacity mainly due to the connection of the bottom plate to the subfloor. [0002] This invention is specifically designed to improve the structural integrity of rapid construction systems. [0003] The claimed invention has two distinct elements, namely a Bottom Plate and Vertical Connector that provide structural strength to insulated board or Structural Insulated Panels. [0004] The invention may be better understood with reference to the illustrations of embodiments of the invention which: Figure 1 shows the Bottom Plate between two Vertical Connectors. Figure 2 shows the installation of the external cladding over the Bottom Plate. Figure 3 shows the rear of the Bottom Plate featuring the optional plate. Figure 4 shows two configurations of Vertical Connectors including the Structural Tongue. Figure 5 shows the Structural Tongue on a corner. Figure 6 shows the Structural Tongue on a straight subfloor. Figure 7 shows the Bottom Plate that provides additional connectivity to the floor and external cladding. Figure 8 shows the Bottom Plate fitted with an optional vertical piece to aid in the fast installation of dry wall and improve connectivity to structural elements surrounding windows and other openings. Figure 9 and 10 show the connection of the Top Plate to the Vertical Connectors. Figure 11, 12 and 13 show the Top Plate through the Vertical Connectors that provide a continuous structural element to a roof (such as skillion), a parapet or additional storey.

Figure 14, 15 and 16 show the connection of a LVL or Steel Beam to increase the static and uplift capacity of the system. Figure 17 and 18 show the Bottom Plate fitted with an optional interior piece. This piece facilitates easier installation of dry wall. [0005] This invention includes a bottom plate which is attached to the floor below in three ways: 1) Traditional methods of connection to the slab or floor to engineering specification 2) Horizontal screws, and/or 3) Construction adhesive [0006] The Bottom Plate can - in accordance with this invention - comprise a forward strip called a Structural Tongue, which allows connection using screws, nails and/or construction adhesive. The two axes of attachment allow for stronger tie down. The framing system uses waterproof structural members to replace the need to use Damp Course to moisture-proof the external wall. This allows the use of high strength construction adhesive and pest control additives. The optional plate is used to hold an internal lining in place to facilitate faster dry wall installation. [0007] The Vertical Connector can - in accordance with this invention - comprise a forward strip which allows connection via screws, nails and/or construction adhesive. In corner applications two Structural Tongues are used. [0008] The method of installation allows for stronger Top Plate connection using construction screws and stronger Lintel Panel connection including internal fitting with screws and adhesive. [0009] The Bottom Plate features an optional interior piece which facilitates easier installation of dry wall. Screws are attached to structural elements surrounding windows to increase the strength of the window lintel.

Claims

1. The Vertical Connector includes a vertical structure, called a Structural Tongue, which extends below the floor level. This enables a shear connection via a screw or nail. Together with adhesive, the configuration increases the racking and tie down capacity (1). An external cladding board is placed over the vertical extension to complete a moisture barrier (2). Usually the horizontal screw or nail is fixed after the board is installed (3). Construction adhesive is added under the Bottom Plate (4) and inside the vertical extension. Pest-control adhesive is added lower down the vertical extension (5). Vertical Connectors have a Structural Tongue that extends below the level of the floor or slab (1, 6, 7, and 8). In corner applications the structural tongue extends below the level of the floor on two sides (6). The Vertical Connector can be either square (7) or rectangular (8). The material is structural and water-resistant such as Fibre Reinforced Polymer (FRP), Wood Polymer Composite (WPC), Magnesium Oxide (MgO) or similar.

2. The Bottom Plate includes a vertical section that matches the Vertical Connector outlined in Claim 1. An external sheet is fixed as per Claim 1. The material is structural and water-resistant such as Fibre Reinforced Polymer (FRP), Wood Polymer Composite (WPC), Magnesium Oxide (MgO) or similar.

3. The Top Plate is connected via long construction screws to provide increased tie down. This allows the Vertical Connector to provide a continuous structural element to a roof (such as skillion), a parapet or additional storey (11).

4. Where additional structural strength is required over long wall openings, such as garage door openings, a lintel panel is formed using an LVL or Steel Beam. The Beam is attached via the Vertical Connector which allows construction screws and construction adhesive to be applied to the internal surface of the Vertical Connector. A typical configuration is shown in Figure 14, 15 and 16.

5. The Bottom Plate features an optional interior piece (13). This piece makes installation of dry wall easier. Screws are attached to structural elements surrounding windows (14) shown in Figure 3 to increase the strength of the window frame. The piece also provides an integrated architectural cover.