CA2028253A1 - Modular fence - Google Patents
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ABSTRACT
A modular fence having a first pole, a second pole, a first rail extending between the first pole and the second pole, a second rail extending between the first pole and the second pole, and a bracket assembly threadedly connected to the first and second poles and to the first and second rails so as to nonremovably connect the first and second poles to the first and second rails. The second rail is in parallel relation to the first rail. The bracket assembly has a three-sided square configuration for receiving the end of one of the first and second rails and a fastener plate that extends from this three-sided square configuration for engaging one of the first and second poles. A tek screw is provided so as to fasten the bracket to the rails and to the poles. A vertical member is threadedly fastened to the first and second rails and positioned between the first and second poles.
A modular fence having a first pole, a second pole, a first rail extending between the first pole and the second pole, a second rail extending between the first pole and the second pole, and a bracket assembly threadedly connected to the first and second poles and to the first and second rails so as to nonremovably connect the first and second poles to the first and second rails. The second rail is in parallel relation to the first rail. The bracket assembly has a three-sided square configuration for receiving the end of one of the first and second rails and a fastener plate that extends from this three-sided square configuration for engaging one of the first and second poles. A tek screw is provided so as to fasten the bracket to the rails and to the poles. A vertical member is threadedly fastened to the first and second rails and positioned between the first and second poles.
Description
MODULAR FENCE
TECHNICAL FIELD
The present invention relates to fence construction. More ;
particularly, the present invention relates to fences capable of home assembly. ' ;~'~ ' ., ';
BACKGROUND ART
A fencs is a barrier that is erected to confine animals, to exclude trespassers, or to serve decorative purposes. Timber, earth, stone and metal are widely used for fencing. Fences of living plants have been made in many places, such as the hedges of Great ~ritain and Continental Europe and the cactus fences of Latin America. In well-timbered country, such as colonial and l9th century North America, many patterns of timber fence were ., ~
developed, such as the split rail laid zigzag, the postrail, and the picket. On the plains of the Soviet Union and the Western United States, fences of turf were erected that often stood for years in the absence of hsavy rains.
Wire, the preeminent modern fencing material, was first used in the mid-19th century, with the development of methods of mass production. Woven wire fences, fixed to wood, steel, or concrete posts, proved economical and durable. The invention of " ,~
the barbed wire fence in the 1860's and of a machine for its manufacture in 1874 had an almost revolutionary effect on the American West, making possible effective fencing of cattle ranges. Barbed wire is usually made of two strands of wire . .
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Fences have also been used for both decorative purposes and utilitarian purposes. Modern wrought iron fences are used to enclose the land property of home owners. Nearly all fence construction is created at the site in a permanent form. In a typical construction scenario, the fence builder will travel to the home and build the fence to suit the needs of the homeowner and the homeowner's architect. When a metal fence is constructed, each of the rails is typically welded to each of the poles so as to present a permanent structure. Home~fence construction is a costly proceeding requiring the services of skilled labor. Several U.S. patents have addressed the problem of home fence construction and have described modular fence systems.
U.S. Patent No. 4,369,953, issued on January 25, 1983, describes a system which permits the construction of privacy fences, perimeter fences, boundary fences, and rail fences using a number of diff~rent components. These elements consist of a hollow elongated post-rail element of semi-octagonal transverse cross-section, an end capped for the element when used as a post, an L-shaped connecting bracket, a panel element, and a j ~ , , .
clip for fastening the panel elements to the rails. Each of the panels are provided near center with a plurality of spaced stiffening walls to resist buckling under heavy loads.
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describes a modular fence construction in which a plurality of wooden panels extend between adjacent fence posts and are - ;~
releasably connected to the posts. The panels are fabricated before being connected to the posts and can be selectively removed from the fence. The panels are connected to the posts by a plurality of brackets having threaded connectors. The rails and the posts are of unitary construction.
U.S. Patent No. 4,684,180, issued on August 4, 1987, also describes a modular fence construction that utilizes flat bar stock Cor the rails and pickets. A "picket~type" formed metal construction is utilized as the fence shape.
U.S. Patent No. 4,074,893, issued on February 21, 1978, describes a fence kit for constructing a fence having upright posts. Rails extend between the adJacent posts and include ;~ coupling means that connect the rail ends to adJacent posts in a manner which permits assembly of the fence without welding or special tooling. The coupling means for each fence is a collar `;
that slides on adjacent fence posts. Wrought-iron vertical members are fixed to the rails that extend between the posts.
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A problem with these prior attempts at modular fence construction has been the ability to disassemble the fence after completion. A fence ls of little value as a barrier to entry when portions of the fence can be disassembled after construction. Also, many of these devices come in very large ; components that are unwieldy, difficult to handle, and complex ;~ to assemble.
It is an object of the present invention to provide a -3- `
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modular fence that is easy to assemble.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a modular fence in which the components of the fence cannot be disassembled after assembly completion.
It is still a further object of the present invention to provide a modular fence that is adaptable to a wide variety of configurations and constructions.
It is still another object of the present invention to provide a modular fence that is inexpensive and aesthetically pleasing.
These and other objects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent upon a reading of the attached specification and appended claims.
~ ~' SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The present invention is a modular fence that comprises a first pole, a second pole, a first rail extending between the first pole and the second pole, a second rail extending between the first pole and the second pole, and bracket assemblies threadedly connected to the first pole and to the second pole in ,. ..
a threaded fashion such that the bracket assemblles are nonremovably connected to the first and second poles and to the flrst and second rails. The second rail is generally parallel ' to the first rail.
Each of the first and second poles is a a square tubular member that is arranged vertically relative to the first and ~; second rails. The first and second poles are generally parallel :`
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to each other. Specifically, each of the first and second poles includes a cap member that is fastened to the tops of the first and second poles and a concrete encasement at the bottom of each of the first and second poles. The encasements serve to mount the poles into an earthen surface.
Each of the first and second rails is also a square tubular member that extends horizontally between the first and second poles.
The bracket assembly comprises, specifically, a first bracket that is threadedly connected to the first pole and to the first rail, a second bracket threadedly connected to ths first pole and to the second rail, a third bracket threadedly connected to the second pole and to the first rail, and a fourth bracket that is threadedly connected to the second pole and to the second rail. The bracket assembly specifically comprises a bracket having a first portion having a three-sided square configuration for receiving an end of one of the first and second rails. A fastener plate extends from an edge of the three-sided square configuration. This fastener plate serves to engage one of the first and second poles. Each of the sides of the three-sided square configuration has an aperture for the receipt of a threaded member. Speciflcally, the bracket means includes a tek screw that extends through the aperture and is fastened to one of the first and second ra$1s. The tek screw allows for the fastening of the bracket to one of the first and second rails. The configuration of the tek screw makes the removal of the tek screw impossible using conventional means.
; . ; ' The fastener plate has a hole extending therethrough. Another tek screw extends through this hole so as to threadedly connect the bracket to one of the first and second poles. The fastener plate of the bracket comprises a right-angled U-shaped member extending from the three-sided square configuration. This U-shaped member serves to mate with one of the first and second poles by wrapping around the exterior of such first and second poles. A second three-sided square configuration is also connected to the right-angled U-shaped member on an end of one of the U-shaped members opposite the first three-sided square configuration. This second three-sided square configuration serves to receive a horizontal rail on the opposite side of one of the first and second poles. The U-shaped member has a first, second, and third face. Each of thess faces has an opening extending therethrough. As such, the bracket assembly further comprises a tek screw that extendc through the`opening on each of the first, second and third faces. This tek screw threadedly engages one of the first and second poles.
The present invention further comprises a vertical member that is threadedly fastened to one of the first and second rails .
and positioned between the first and second poles. This vertical member is attached by a tek screw to the first rail.
It is also attached by another tek screw to the second rail.
In one embodiment of the present invention, the vertical member comprises a plurality of parallel rods positioned at spaced intervals between the first and second poles. Each of the plurality of parallel rods is attached to the first rail and ''~
to the second rail.
In an alternative embodiment, the vertical member comprises -a formed sheet of metal that extends between the first and ~-i second poles. This formed sheet of metal has a plurality of parallel co-planar panels separated by an indented portion.
Each of the panels is attached to the first and second rails.
These co-planar panels have at least one slot formed therein for allowing air to pass therethrough. The co-planar panels have a co-linear top edge. The indented portion, however, is offset from the co-linear top edge. The formed sheet of metal has a linear bottom edge. In use, the formed sheet of metal can be painted a wooden color so as to resemble a wooden fence.
In another alternatlve embodiment of the present invention, the vertical member comprises a sheet of galvanized aluminum having a plurality of rectangular protrusions formed therein.
This plurality of rectangular protrusions i~ arranged into a plurality of rows. Each of the rectangular protrusions of one row is offset from an ad~acent rectangular protrusion of an adjacent row.
Still another alternative embodiment of the present invention has a plurality of formed orifices formed on the bottom surface of the first rail. Also, a plurality of formed orifices are formed on the top surface of the second rail. Each of these formed orifices of the first rail is aligned with the formed orifices of the second rail. The modular fence ~ comprises, in these embodiment, a plurality of vertical rods =~ that are received at one end by the formed orifices of the first .: :
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rail and received at the other end by the formed orifices of the second rail. This plurality of vertical rods is arranged in parallel at spaced intervals between the first and second poles.
In any of the embodiments of the present invention, the present invention may includes a third rail that extends between the first pole and the second pole intermediate of the first and second rails. This third rail is parallel to the first and second rails. The bracket assembly threadedly fastens the third rail to these first and second poles.
Heretofore, the present invention has described a segment of the overall fence construction. Whenever a plurality of these fence constructions are connected together, by the use of the bracket assembly, then a large fence can be formed. The configuration of the bracket assemblies allows for a sultable fence to be constructed including typical fence items, such as a swinging door. In all of the embodiments, the assembly can be carried out in a simple and efficient manner. The use of the tek screws makes disassembly a difficult or impossible task.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
FIGURE 1 is a perspective view of the preferred embodiment of the present invention. ~ ;
FIGURE 2 is a detailed view, in perspective, showing the ;
configuration of the bracket assembly in relation to the attached rails and poles.
FIGURE 3a is a perspective view showing the tek screw as used ~n the present invention.
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FIGURE 3b is a detailed view, in perspective, showing the configuration of an end bracket assembly.
FIGURE 4 is a detailed view, in perspective, of a configuration of a bracket assembly used for extending lengths of rail.
FIGURE 5a is a perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention showing, in particular, the wooden panel configuration.
FIGURE 5b is a top view of the formed sheet of metal used in the embodiment of FIGURE 5a.
FIGURE 6 is a perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention showing, in particular, a three-rail configuration.
FIGURE 7 is a perspective vlew showing a gate as used in con~unction with the preferred embodiment of the present invention.
;FIGURE 8 is a perspective view showing an alternative embodiment of the present invention.
FIGURE 9a is a perspective view showing an alternative embodiment of the present invention, speciflcally, the brick wall conflguration.
FIGURE 9b shows the end assembly for the alternatlve embodiment of FIGURE 9a.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
Referring to FIGURE 1, there is shown at 10, the modular ~ fence construction in accordance with the preferred embodiment ,, ~: ' ~
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of the present invention. Modular fence 10 comprises a first pole 12, a second pole 14, a first rail 16, and a second rail 1~. The embodiment of the present invention also includes bracket assemblies 20, 22, 24 and 26 that are used for connecting the rails 16 and 18 to the poles 12 and 14.
Specifically, the bracket assemblies 20, 22, 24 and 26 serve to nonremovably connect the poles to the rails.
With reference to FIGURE 1, it can be seen that the rail 16 extends between first pole 12 and second pole 14. The ends of the` first rail 16 are received by bracket assembly 20 so as to threadedly connect the rail 16 to the pole 12. Bracket assembly 24 is used to threadedly connect the first rail 16 to the second pole 14. The second rail 18 is connected to the first pole 12 by bracket assembly 22. Similarly, the second rail 18 is connected to the second pole 14 by bracket assembly 26. As can be seen in FIGURE 1, each of the bracket assemblies 20, 22, 24 and 26 includes an outwardly extending portion 28 that may be ;used to connect the poles to an ad~-acent modular fence sectlon.
The to-be-received rails are illustrated in broken line ~ashion in FIGURE 1.
~, As aan be seen in FIGURE 1, each of the poles 12 and 14 is a square tubular member that ls arranged vertically relative to the first rail 16 and the second rail 18. Each of the poles 12 . ., ` ! / . ~
and 14 is aligned parallel to each other. First pole 12 lncludes a cap member 30 that ls fastened to the top of the first pole 12. The first pole 12 also includes a concrete encasement 32 at the bottom of the pole. This concrete ;'~
encasement 32 serves to mount the pole 12 in an earthen surface. Similarly, the second pole 14 includes cap member 34 in concrete encasement 36. Although the concrete encasements 32 and 36 are illustrated in FIGURE 1, it should be kept in mind that various other means for attaching the poles 12 and 14 to a bottom surface may be employed. If the modular fence 10 is desired to be placed on a man-made surface, then a bottom mounting bracket may be included in place of the conorete encasements 32 and 36. The illustration of the concrete encasements 32 and 36 is not intended as a limitation to the present invention.
The first rail 16 and the second rail 18 are arranged generally parallel to each other. Specifically, rails 16 and 18 are square tubular members that extend horizontally between each of the poles 12 and 14. The poles and rails are made of square tubular members so as to enhance the ability to manufacture the present invention and to enhance the ability to keep the costs as low as possible. It is very easy to work with the square tubing; thereby enhancing the "do it yourself" nature of the present invention.
In FIGURE 1, a plurality of vertlcal members 38 are threadedly fastened to the first rail 16 and to the second rail 18. These vertical members 36 are parallel rods that are placed i ' i I j I ' ! ' ~
~ at spaced intervals between the first pole 12 and the second ; pole 14. The parallel rods 38 are square tubing that is fastened by threaded members, specifically tek screws and deadbolts, to the first rail 16 and the second rail 18.
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The modular fence 10, as illustrated in FIGURE 1, is a double rail galvanized wrought-iron fence. This type of fence ~s made of galvanized wrought-iron. It is extremely easy to install. The fence can ¢ome in various sizes ranging from any height and any length desired. This fence can be used to beautify one's property by way of the most cost effective and least labor consuming method available. To install the fence 10, it is only necessary to use an electric drill for the purpose of tabbing in the tek and deadbolt screw. Upon installation of this fence, the mounting of the fence c~n be done on the ground with a two foot deep concrete encasement.
The mounting can also be done on a concrete foundation by using square or round floor mounting brackets. The four-directional mounting bracket, to be described hereinafter, adds convenience in the installation of this fence. As such, one can connect this section of fence to another section, to a brick wall, to a brick column, or other fixed items. The use of the tek screws and deadbolt screws eliminates the need for clumsy welding ~obs. As such, it serves to cut costs as well as labor expenditures. The use of galvanized wrought-iron for the fence provides for long lasting duration of the fence. It is ab~olutely rust-proof and requlres no future repainting or maintenance.
FIGURE 2 shows the bracket assemblies 20 and 22 as used on the first pole 12 of the present invention. Initially, it can be seen that brackets 20 and 22 have a first portion 42 having three-sided square configuration. This three-sided square ,~;
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configuration acts to receive the ends of rails 16 and 18 (illustrated in broken line fashion). A fastener plate portion 44 extends from an edge of this three-sided square configuration 42. The fastener plate 44 serves to engage the pole 12. As can be seen in FIGURE 2, each of the sides of the three-sided square configuration has an aperture for the receipt of a threaded member. Specifically, a tek screw will extend through the apertures 46 so as to mount the rails 16 or 18 to the bracket assemblies 20 and 22, respectively. As can be seen, the fastener plate 44 also has a hole 48 extending therethrough.
Another tek screw will enter this hole 48 so as to threadedly connect the bracket assemblies 20 and 22 to the pole 12.
As can be seen in FIGURE 2, the fastener plate 44 includes a right-angled U-shaped member that extends from the three-sided sguare configuration 42 so as to mate with and extend around the sidas of the pole 12. A second three-sided conflguration 50 ls also connected to the right-angled U-shaped member 44 on the end :. ~
of the right-angled U-shaped member 44 opposite the first square ~ configuration 42. As can be seen, this second three-sided -~ square configuration 50 serves to receive a horizontal rail on the opposite side of the pole 12 from that of the first and second rails 16 and 18. Each of the U-shaped members 44 has a first face 52, a second face 54, and a third face 56. Each of ~ ' ' , !~, ! I ' ' :
these faces has an opening extending therethrough for the receipt of a tek'screw. The tek screw will be inserted through ,these openings so as to fasten the U-shaped member to the pole ', ' .,, ~ 12.
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The bracket assemblies 20 and 22 are economicia~l and easy to install. The bracket assemblies are made of a strong galvanized aluminum. Since it is open-faced in four directions, it can be connectad to four separate surfaces. The left open-faced side connects with a left rail. The right open-faced side connects with a right rail. The two rear sides and the back open-faced sides connect with any ob~ect or pole which fits lts dimensions. All of the connections are ~oined by deadbolt screws. As such, they are permanent after installation.
FIGURE 3a shows a tek screw 60 in detailed view. The tek screw 60 is a specialized type of screw which allows a unidirectional turning of the screw so as to insert it into the appropriate location. The screw may also be known as a "deadbolt screw". For installation purposes, a screwdriver or power drill can be used for the purposes of inserting the tek screw 60. However, because of the configuration of the head of tek screw 60, it is impossible to reverse the direction of the screwdriver for the purposes of removing the screw. Once the æarew 60 is installed into the modular fence of the present invention, it cannot be removed. As such, the tek screw 60, in the unique application of the present invention, enhances the abllity of the modular fence to act as a permanent, breach-proof barrier.
FIGURE 3b illustrates the three-dimensional bracket assembly in accordance with the present invention. The previous braoket assemblies 20 and 22 are considered as four-directional bracket assemblies. As such, the bracket assemblies 20 and 22 can be used on the intermediate poles in the overall fence construction. However, eventually, the fence construction must come to an end. As such, the present invention utilizes the three-directional bracket assembly 70 for use on end pole 72.
End pole 72 is illustrated in broken line fashion in FIGURE 3b.
Specifically, the bracket assembly 70 includes a three-sided square configuration 74. The sguare configuration 74 includes faces 76, 78 and 80. Each of the faces 76, 78 and 80 extend around the end of a rail 82. Rail 82 has a slze suitable for mating on the interior of the faces of the three-sided Rquare conf iguration 74. Tek screws 84 are inserted into the openings formed on the faces 76, 78 and 80. These tek screws 84 engage the rail 82 so as to permanently mount the rail 82 in place in relation to pole 72. Fastener plate 86 extends outwardly from one edge of the three-sided square configuration 74. Fastener plate 86 includes a pair of apertures 88 that are used for the purposes of fastening the three-directional bracket assembly 70 to the surface 90 of pole 72. The shape and construction of this bracket provides a great deal of strength and a very secure grip to the surfaces to which it is attached. As such, the use of this bracket enhances the security of the modular fence of the present invention.
Wlthln the concept of the present invention, if lt is , desired to extend a pole to a greater height or to extend the rail to a greater length, then the two-directional mounting bracket 100, as illustrated in FIGURE 4, may be used.
Two-directional mounting bracket 100 comprises a three-sided ': :
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square confi~uration 102 having faces 104, 106, and 108. Each of the faces 104, 106 and 108 include holes extending therethrough. Suitable tek screws can be inserted into the hole 110 so as to rigidly affix the bracket assembly 100 to a rail or pole 112 (illustrated in broken line). A fastener plate 114 extends outwardly from the edge of the second face 106 of three-sided square conf$guration 102. Fastener plate 114 includes a pair of apertures 116 that can be used for connecting the fastener plate 114 to another rail or pole 118. As such, the combination of the rail or pole 112 with the rail or pole 118 can extend the length of a rail or extend the height of a pole, as needed. As such, this two-directional bracket assembly 100 allows the second of the materials to become an extension of the first. This bracket can also be used to join any two materials together, adjacent to one another, at a ninety degree --(90) right angle. As such, tha use of the two-directional bracket assembly 100, as illustrated in FIGURE 4, accentuates the adaptability and flexibility of the present invention.
FIGURE 5a shows an alternative embodiment of the present lnvention. This alternative embodiment is a paneled modular ; fence 200. As with the preferred embodiment of the present lnvention, paneled fence 200 comprises a first pole 202, a second pole 204, a first rail 206, and a second rail 208. This combination of poles and rails are configured in the same manner as described herein previously. Each of the rails and poles are connected together by way of the bracket assembly 210 descrlbed herein previously. ~ -: ~ `
In the embodiment 200 of the present invention, the vertical member of the prior embodiment is replaced by a formed sheet of metal 212. This formed sheet of metal 212 extends between the ~-first pole 2Q2 and the second pole 204. As can be seen, this formed sheet of metal 212 has a plurality of parallel co-planar ~;
panels 214. Each of these co-planar panels 214 are separated by an indented portion 216. As can be seen, the formed sheet of metal 212 is attached, by tek screws 218, to the first rail 206. Similarly, the bottom port~on of the formed sheet of metal 212 is attached by tek screws 220 to the second rail 208.
FIGURE 5b illustrates a top view showing the formed sheet of metal 212. Specifically, it can be seen that the co-planar panels 214 form one face of the fence 200. Indented portlons 216 extend rearward of the panels 214.
Referring to FIGURE 5a, the co-planar panels 214 have a co-linear top edge 222. The top edge 222 includes indented portions 224 which are offset from the top edge. The indented portions 224 correspond to the location of the indentations 216 ;~ in the formed sheet of metal 212. The bottom edge 226 extends `~
~ linearly thereacross. Each of the panels 214 lncludes a slot .; ,~ i 228. Slots 228 have a size suitable for allowing air to pass therethrough.
In normal usage, the formed sheet of metal 212 will be made of a single piece of galvanized aluminum. This galvanized aluminum may be painted with a wood coloring so that the formed sheet of metal 212 will appear to be a wood-paneled fence. When ~the size of the formed sheet 212 exceeds four feet by six feet, ,~
it ls necessary to introduce the slots 228 (air ventricle slots) so as to allow air to flow through the panelling. This prevents gusts of air from being able to tear the panelling off of its supports or foundations. The sheet 212 may be punched with holes suitable for receipt of the tek screws 218.
Alternatively, the sheet can be unpunched so as to allow the user to install the tek screws wherever needed.
The modular fence 200 of this alternative embodiment of the present invention provides protection, not only from property intrusion, but also protection from dust, noise, pollutlon, termites, insects, and other pests. In order to assure protection, the top edge 222 of these panels is bent slightly downwardly. This improves the appearance of the panel and avoids in~ury of those climbing over the fence. Since these formed sheets 212 are very light, installation i8 very easy.
FIGU~E 6 shows another alternative embodiment of the present in~ention. Specifically, FIGURE 6 shows the three-railed modular fence 300. As with the previous embodiment, modular fence 300 comprises a first pole 302, a second pole 304, a first rail 306, and a second rail 308. The suitable braaket .. .. . . ...
assemblies 310 are provided for the purpose of attaching the rail8 306 and 308 to the poles 302 and 304.
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installation of any intermediate rail 312 extending between the `~ first pole 302 and the second pole 304. Intermediate rail 312 `~ 1s located parallel to and between first rail 306 and second rail 308. Intermediate rail 312 is attached to the first pole -18~
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302 and the second pol~ 304 by way o$ four-directional bracket assemblies 314.
This embodiment of the present invention may be used alone, or in combination with, the vertical rods and formed sheets, described herein previously. As illustrated in FIGURE 6, modular fence 300 provides a mlnimal amount of security. The purposes of modular fence 300 are directed toward the corralling of animals or the marking of property boundaries. The design of the fence 300 is of a very aesthetically pleasing form. This three-rail version can extend, as needed, across the boundary of one's property.
With reference to FIGURE 7, it can be seen that a gate 400 can be connected to the modular fence of the preferred embodiment of the present invention. As shown in FIGURE 7, gate ;
400 has a first pole 402 and a second pole 404. The three-directional bracket assemblies 406 are connected to the outside walls of the poles 402 and 404. Bracket assemblies 406 act to receive one of the rails described herein previously.
Gate door 408 is attached by hinges 410 and 412 to the first pole 402. The vertical member 414 is attached to hinges 410 and 412. The ~ate door 408 will rotate about hinges 410 and 412 ; relatlve to the pole 402 and the attached fence.
Gate door 408 includes horizontal members 416 and 418 extending from vertical member 414. These horlzontal members - 416 and 418 termlnate at vertical member 420. As can be seen, the horizontal members 416 and 418 are connected to the vertical .
i~ members 414 and 420 by way of the two-dlrectional bracket ~ , assemblies 422. The vertical member 420 includes a handle 424 affixed thereto. The outer edge of the vertical member 420 will be ad;acent to the inner surface of the second pole 404. As such, the door 408 of gate 400 can swing freely relatlve to the remaining portions of the fence. Gate 400 may be installed into the ground with concrete encasements 426 and 428. A plurality of vert$cal rods 430 are attached by tek screws to the horizontal members 416 and 418. As such, the vertical rods 430 provide an appearance that matches the appearance of the fence of the preferred embodiment of the present invention. It should be noted, that in keeping with the present invention, the vertical rods 430 may be replaced with other structures so that the gate 400 will match the remainin~ fence deslgn.
FIGURE 8 shows still another alternative embodiment of the present invention. Fence 500 is a decorative fence in which the ends of the vertical rods are contained within the rails themselves. Fence 500, as with the previous embodiments of the present invention, includes poles 502 and 504. Rails 506 and 508 are attached by bracket assemblies 510 to the poles 502 and 504. The principal difference of the embodiment of FIGURE 8, as compared to the other embodiments, i8 the incorporation of the ends of vertical rods 512 into the rails 506 and 508.
Specifically, the first rail 506 has a plurality of formed ' ~ I ! ' orifices on the bottom surface 514 of first rail 506. The ~;
second rail 508 also has a plurality of formed orifices on the top surface 516 of the second rail 508. The formed orlfices of ~,~ the first rail 506 are aligned with the formed orifices of the .
TECHNICAL FIELD
The present invention relates to fence construction. More ;
particularly, the present invention relates to fences capable of home assembly. ' ;~'~ ' ., ';
BACKGROUND ART
A fencs is a barrier that is erected to confine animals, to exclude trespassers, or to serve decorative purposes. Timber, earth, stone and metal are widely used for fencing. Fences of living plants have been made in many places, such as the hedges of Great ~ritain and Continental Europe and the cactus fences of Latin America. In well-timbered country, such as colonial and l9th century North America, many patterns of timber fence were ., ~
developed, such as the split rail laid zigzag, the postrail, and the picket. On the plains of the Soviet Union and the Western United States, fences of turf were erected that often stood for years in the absence of hsavy rains.
Wire, the preeminent modern fencing material, was first used in the mid-19th century, with the development of methods of mass production. Woven wire fences, fixed to wood, steel, or concrete posts, proved economical and durable. The invention of " ,~
the barbed wire fence in the 1860's and of a machine for its manufacture in 1874 had an almost revolutionary effect on the American West, making possible effective fencing of cattle ranges. Barbed wire is usually made of two strands of wire . .
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~ '3 twisted together, with a third short piece of wire, cut diagonally at the ends to form the barbs, twisted on at intervals, though many other designs have been employed.
Fences have also been used for both decorative purposes and utilitarian purposes. Modern wrought iron fences are used to enclose the land property of home owners. Nearly all fence construction is created at the site in a permanent form. In a typical construction scenario, the fence builder will travel to the home and build the fence to suit the needs of the homeowner and the homeowner's architect. When a metal fence is constructed, each of the rails is typically welded to each of the poles so as to present a permanent structure. Home~fence construction is a costly proceeding requiring the services of skilled labor. Several U.S. patents have addressed the problem of home fence construction and have described modular fence systems.
U.S. Patent No. 4,369,953, issued on January 25, 1983, describes a system which permits the construction of privacy fences, perimeter fences, boundary fences, and rail fences using a number of diff~rent components. These elements consist of a hollow elongated post-rail element of semi-octagonal transverse cross-section, an end capped for the element when used as a post, an L-shaped connecting bracket, a panel element, and a j ~ , , .
clip for fastening the panel elements to the rails. Each of the panels are provided near center with a plurality of spaced stiffening walls to resist buckling under heavy loads.
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describes a modular fence construction in which a plurality of wooden panels extend between adjacent fence posts and are - ;~
releasably connected to the posts. The panels are fabricated before being connected to the posts and can be selectively removed from the fence. The panels are connected to the posts by a plurality of brackets having threaded connectors. The rails and the posts are of unitary construction.
U.S. Patent No. 4,684,180, issued on August 4, 1987, also describes a modular fence construction that utilizes flat bar stock Cor the rails and pickets. A "picket~type" formed metal construction is utilized as the fence shape.
U.S. Patent No. 4,074,893, issued on February 21, 1978, describes a fence kit for constructing a fence having upright posts. Rails extend between the adJacent posts and include ;~ coupling means that connect the rail ends to adJacent posts in a manner which permits assembly of the fence without welding or special tooling. The coupling means for each fence is a collar `;
that slides on adjacent fence posts. Wrought-iron vertical members are fixed to the rails that extend between the posts.
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A problem with these prior attempts at modular fence construction has been the ability to disassemble the fence after completion. A fence ls of little value as a barrier to entry when portions of the fence can be disassembled after construction. Also, many of these devices come in very large ; components that are unwieldy, difficult to handle, and complex ;~ to assemble.
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modular fence that is easy to assemble.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a modular fence in which the components of the fence cannot be disassembled after assembly completion.
It is still a further object of the present invention to provide a modular fence that is adaptable to a wide variety of configurations and constructions.
It is still another object of the present invention to provide a modular fence that is inexpensive and aesthetically pleasing.
These and other objects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent upon a reading of the attached specification and appended claims.
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The present invention is a modular fence that comprises a first pole, a second pole, a first rail extending between the first pole and the second pole, a second rail extending between the first pole and the second pole, and bracket assemblies threadedly connected to the first pole and to the second pole in ,. ..
a threaded fashion such that the bracket assemblles are nonremovably connected to the first and second poles and to the flrst and second rails. The second rail is generally parallel ' to the first rail.
Each of the first and second poles is a a square tubular member that is arranged vertically relative to the first and ~; second rails. The first and second poles are generally parallel :`
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to each other. Specifically, each of the first and second poles includes a cap member that is fastened to the tops of the first and second poles and a concrete encasement at the bottom of each of the first and second poles. The encasements serve to mount the poles into an earthen surface.
Each of the first and second rails is also a square tubular member that extends horizontally between the first and second poles.
The bracket assembly comprises, specifically, a first bracket that is threadedly connected to the first pole and to the first rail, a second bracket threadedly connected to ths first pole and to the second rail, a third bracket threadedly connected to the second pole and to the first rail, and a fourth bracket that is threadedly connected to the second pole and to the second rail. The bracket assembly specifically comprises a bracket having a first portion having a three-sided square configuration for receiving an end of one of the first and second rails. A fastener plate extends from an edge of the three-sided square configuration. This fastener plate serves to engage one of the first and second poles. Each of the sides of the three-sided square configuration has an aperture for the receipt of a threaded member. Speciflcally, the bracket means includes a tek screw that extends through the aperture and is fastened to one of the first and second ra$1s. The tek screw allows for the fastening of the bracket to one of the first and second rails. The configuration of the tek screw makes the removal of the tek screw impossible using conventional means.
; . ; ' The fastener plate has a hole extending therethrough. Another tek screw extends through this hole so as to threadedly connect the bracket to one of the first and second poles. The fastener plate of the bracket comprises a right-angled U-shaped member extending from the three-sided square configuration. This U-shaped member serves to mate with one of the first and second poles by wrapping around the exterior of such first and second poles. A second three-sided square configuration is also connected to the right-angled U-shaped member on an end of one of the U-shaped members opposite the first three-sided square configuration. This second three-sided square configuration serves to receive a horizontal rail on the opposite side of one of the first and second poles. The U-shaped member has a first, second, and third face. Each of thess faces has an opening extending therethrough. As such, the bracket assembly further comprises a tek screw that extendc through the`opening on each of the first, second and third faces. This tek screw threadedly engages one of the first and second poles.
The present invention further comprises a vertical member that is threadedly fastened to one of the first and second rails .
and positioned between the first and second poles. This vertical member is attached by a tek screw to the first rail.
It is also attached by another tek screw to the second rail.
In one embodiment of the present invention, the vertical member comprises a plurality of parallel rods positioned at spaced intervals between the first and second poles. Each of the plurality of parallel rods is attached to the first rail and ''~
to the second rail.
In an alternative embodiment, the vertical member comprises -a formed sheet of metal that extends between the first and ~-i second poles. This formed sheet of metal has a plurality of parallel co-planar panels separated by an indented portion.
Each of the panels is attached to the first and second rails.
These co-planar panels have at least one slot formed therein for allowing air to pass therethrough. The co-planar panels have a co-linear top edge. The indented portion, however, is offset from the co-linear top edge. The formed sheet of metal has a linear bottom edge. In use, the formed sheet of metal can be painted a wooden color so as to resemble a wooden fence.
In another alternatlve embodiment of the present invention, the vertical member comprises a sheet of galvanized aluminum having a plurality of rectangular protrusions formed therein.
This plurality of rectangular protrusions i~ arranged into a plurality of rows. Each of the rectangular protrusions of one row is offset from an ad~acent rectangular protrusion of an adjacent row.
Still another alternative embodiment of the present invention has a plurality of formed orifices formed on the bottom surface of the first rail. Also, a plurality of formed orifices are formed on the top surface of the second rail. Each of these formed orifices of the first rail is aligned with the formed orifices of the second rail. The modular fence ~ comprises, in these embodiment, a plurality of vertical rods =~ that are received at one end by the formed orifices of the first .: :
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rail and received at the other end by the formed orifices of the second rail. This plurality of vertical rods is arranged in parallel at spaced intervals between the first and second poles.
In any of the embodiments of the present invention, the present invention may includes a third rail that extends between the first pole and the second pole intermediate of the first and second rails. This third rail is parallel to the first and second rails. The bracket assembly threadedly fastens the third rail to these first and second poles.
Heretofore, the present invention has described a segment of the overall fence construction. Whenever a plurality of these fence constructions are connected together, by the use of the bracket assembly, then a large fence can be formed. The configuration of the bracket assemblies allows for a sultable fence to be constructed including typical fence items, such as a swinging door. In all of the embodiments, the assembly can be carried out in a simple and efficient manner. The use of the tek screws makes disassembly a difficult or impossible task.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
FIGURE 1 is a perspective view of the preferred embodiment of the present invention. ~ ;
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configuration of the bracket assembly in relation to the attached rails and poles.
FIGURE 3a is a perspective view showing the tek screw as used ~n the present invention.
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FIGURE 3b is a detailed view, in perspective, showing the configuration of an end bracket assembly.
FIGURE 4 is a detailed view, in perspective, of a configuration of a bracket assembly used for extending lengths of rail.
FIGURE 5a is a perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention showing, in particular, the wooden panel configuration.
FIGURE 5b is a top view of the formed sheet of metal used in the embodiment of FIGURE 5a.
FIGURE 6 is a perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention showing, in particular, a three-rail configuration.
FIGURE 7 is a perspective vlew showing a gate as used in con~unction with the preferred embodiment of the present invention.
;FIGURE 8 is a perspective view showing an alternative embodiment of the present invention.
FIGURE 9a is a perspective view showing an alternative embodiment of the present invention, speciflcally, the brick wall conflguration.
FIGURE 9b shows the end assembly for the alternatlve embodiment of FIGURE 9a.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
Referring to FIGURE 1, there is shown at 10, the modular ~ fence construction in accordance with the preferred embodiment ,, ~: ' ~
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of the present invention. Modular fence 10 comprises a first pole 12, a second pole 14, a first rail 16, and a second rail 1~. The embodiment of the present invention also includes bracket assemblies 20, 22, 24 and 26 that are used for connecting the rails 16 and 18 to the poles 12 and 14.
Specifically, the bracket assemblies 20, 22, 24 and 26 serve to nonremovably connect the poles to the rails.
With reference to FIGURE 1, it can be seen that the rail 16 extends between first pole 12 and second pole 14. The ends of the` first rail 16 are received by bracket assembly 20 so as to threadedly connect the rail 16 to the pole 12. Bracket assembly 24 is used to threadedly connect the first rail 16 to the second pole 14. The second rail 18 is connected to the first pole 12 by bracket assembly 22. Similarly, the second rail 18 is connected to the second pole 14 by bracket assembly 26. As can be seen in FIGURE 1, each of the bracket assemblies 20, 22, 24 and 26 includes an outwardly extending portion 28 that may be ;used to connect the poles to an ad~-acent modular fence sectlon.
The to-be-received rails are illustrated in broken line ~ashion in FIGURE 1.
~, As aan be seen in FIGURE 1, each of the poles 12 and 14 is a square tubular member that ls arranged vertically relative to the first rail 16 and the second rail 18. Each of the poles 12 . ., ` ! / . ~
and 14 is aligned parallel to each other. First pole 12 lncludes a cap member 30 that ls fastened to the top of the first pole 12. The first pole 12 also includes a concrete encasement 32 at the bottom of the pole. This concrete ;'~
encasement 32 serves to mount the pole 12 in an earthen surface. Similarly, the second pole 14 includes cap member 34 in concrete encasement 36. Although the concrete encasements 32 and 36 are illustrated in FIGURE 1, it should be kept in mind that various other means for attaching the poles 12 and 14 to a bottom surface may be employed. If the modular fence 10 is desired to be placed on a man-made surface, then a bottom mounting bracket may be included in place of the conorete encasements 32 and 36. The illustration of the concrete encasements 32 and 36 is not intended as a limitation to the present invention.
The first rail 16 and the second rail 18 are arranged generally parallel to each other. Specifically, rails 16 and 18 are square tubular members that extend horizontally between each of the poles 12 and 14. The poles and rails are made of square tubular members so as to enhance the ability to manufacture the present invention and to enhance the ability to keep the costs as low as possible. It is very easy to work with the square tubing; thereby enhancing the "do it yourself" nature of the present invention.
In FIGURE 1, a plurality of vertlcal members 38 are threadedly fastened to the first rail 16 and to the second rail 18. These vertical members 36 are parallel rods that are placed i ' i I j I ' ! ' ~
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The modular fence 10, as illustrated in FIGURE 1, is a double rail galvanized wrought-iron fence. This type of fence ~s made of galvanized wrought-iron. It is extremely easy to install. The fence can ¢ome in various sizes ranging from any height and any length desired. This fence can be used to beautify one's property by way of the most cost effective and least labor consuming method available. To install the fence 10, it is only necessary to use an electric drill for the purpose of tabbing in the tek and deadbolt screw. Upon installation of this fence, the mounting of the fence c~n be done on the ground with a two foot deep concrete encasement.
The mounting can also be done on a concrete foundation by using square or round floor mounting brackets. The four-directional mounting bracket, to be described hereinafter, adds convenience in the installation of this fence. As such, one can connect this section of fence to another section, to a brick wall, to a brick column, or other fixed items. The use of the tek screws and deadbolt screws eliminates the need for clumsy welding ~obs. As such, it serves to cut costs as well as labor expenditures. The use of galvanized wrought-iron for the fence provides for long lasting duration of the fence. It is ab~olutely rust-proof and requlres no future repainting or maintenance.
FIGURE 2 shows the bracket assemblies 20 and 22 as used on the first pole 12 of the present invention. Initially, it can be seen that brackets 20 and 22 have a first portion 42 having three-sided square configuration. This three-sided square ,~;
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configuration acts to receive the ends of rails 16 and 18 (illustrated in broken line fashion). A fastener plate portion 44 extends from an edge of this three-sided square configuration 42. The fastener plate 44 serves to engage the pole 12. As can be seen in FIGURE 2, each of the sides of the three-sided square configuration has an aperture for the receipt of a threaded member. Specifically, a tek screw will extend through the apertures 46 so as to mount the rails 16 or 18 to the bracket assemblies 20 and 22, respectively. As can be seen, the fastener plate 44 also has a hole 48 extending therethrough.
Another tek screw will enter this hole 48 so as to threadedly connect the bracket assemblies 20 and 22 to the pole 12.
As can be seen in FIGURE 2, the fastener plate 44 includes a right-angled U-shaped member that extends from the three-sided sguare configuration 42 so as to mate with and extend around the sidas of the pole 12. A second three-sided conflguration 50 ls also connected to the right-angled U-shaped member 44 on the end :. ~
of the right-angled U-shaped member 44 opposite the first square ~ configuration 42. As can be seen, this second three-sided -~ square configuration 50 serves to receive a horizontal rail on the opposite side of the pole 12 from that of the first and second rails 16 and 18. Each of the U-shaped members 44 has a first face 52, a second face 54, and a third face 56. Each of ~ ' ' , !~, ! I ' ' :
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The bracket assemblies 20 and 22 are economicia~l and easy to install. The bracket assemblies are made of a strong galvanized aluminum. Since it is open-faced in four directions, it can be connectad to four separate surfaces. The left open-faced side connects with a left rail. The right open-faced side connects with a right rail. The two rear sides and the back open-faced sides connect with any ob~ect or pole which fits lts dimensions. All of the connections are ~oined by deadbolt screws. As such, they are permanent after installation.
FIGURE 3a shows a tek screw 60 in detailed view. The tek screw 60 is a specialized type of screw which allows a unidirectional turning of the screw so as to insert it into the appropriate location. The screw may also be known as a "deadbolt screw". For installation purposes, a screwdriver or power drill can be used for the purposes of inserting the tek screw 60. However, because of the configuration of the head of tek screw 60, it is impossible to reverse the direction of the screwdriver for the purposes of removing the screw. Once the æarew 60 is installed into the modular fence of the present invention, it cannot be removed. As such, the tek screw 60, in the unique application of the present invention, enhances the abllity of the modular fence to act as a permanent, breach-proof barrier.
FIGURE 3b illustrates the three-dimensional bracket assembly in accordance with the present invention. The previous braoket assemblies 20 and 22 are considered as four-directional bracket assemblies. As such, the bracket assemblies 20 and 22 can be used on the intermediate poles in the overall fence construction. However, eventually, the fence construction must come to an end. As such, the present invention utilizes the three-directional bracket assembly 70 for use on end pole 72.
End pole 72 is illustrated in broken line fashion in FIGURE 3b.
Specifically, the bracket assembly 70 includes a three-sided square configuration 74. The sguare configuration 74 includes faces 76, 78 and 80. Each of the faces 76, 78 and 80 extend around the end of a rail 82. Rail 82 has a slze suitable for mating on the interior of the faces of the three-sided Rquare conf iguration 74. Tek screws 84 are inserted into the openings formed on the faces 76, 78 and 80. These tek screws 84 engage the rail 82 so as to permanently mount the rail 82 in place in relation to pole 72. Fastener plate 86 extends outwardly from one edge of the three-sided square configuration 74. Fastener plate 86 includes a pair of apertures 88 that are used for the purposes of fastening the three-directional bracket assembly 70 to the surface 90 of pole 72. The shape and construction of this bracket provides a great deal of strength and a very secure grip to the surfaces to which it is attached. As such, the use of this bracket enhances the security of the modular fence of the present invention.
Wlthln the concept of the present invention, if lt is , desired to extend a pole to a greater height or to extend the rail to a greater length, then the two-directional mounting bracket 100, as illustrated in FIGURE 4, may be used.
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FIGURE 5a shows an alternative embodiment of the present lnvention. This alternative embodiment is a paneled modular ; fence 200. As with the preferred embodiment of the present lnvention, paneled fence 200 comprises a first pole 202, a second pole 204, a first rail 206, and a second rail 208. This combination of poles and rails are configured in the same manner as described herein previously. Each of the rails and poles are connected together by way of the bracket assembly 210 descrlbed herein previously. ~ -: ~ `
In the embodiment 200 of the present invention, the vertical member of the prior embodiment is replaced by a formed sheet of metal 212. This formed sheet of metal 212 extends between the ~-first pole 2Q2 and the second pole 204. As can be seen, this formed sheet of metal 212 has a plurality of parallel co-planar ~;
panels 214. Each of these co-planar panels 214 are separated by an indented portion 216. As can be seen, the formed sheet of metal 212 is attached, by tek screws 218, to the first rail 206. Similarly, the bottom port~on of the formed sheet of metal 212 is attached by tek screws 220 to the second rail 208.
FIGURE 5b illustrates a top view showing the formed sheet of metal 212. Specifically, it can be seen that the co-planar panels 214 form one face of the fence 200. Indented portlons 216 extend rearward of the panels 214.
Referring to FIGURE 5a, the co-planar panels 214 have a co-linear top edge 222. The top edge 222 includes indented portions 224 which are offset from the top edge. The indented portions 224 correspond to the location of the indentations 216 ;~ in the formed sheet of metal 212. The bottom edge 226 extends `~
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In normal usage, the formed sheet of metal 212 will be made of a single piece of galvanized aluminum. This galvanized aluminum may be painted with a wood coloring so that the formed sheet of metal 212 will appear to be a wood-paneled fence. When ~the size of the formed sheet 212 exceeds four feet by six feet, ,~
it ls necessary to introduce the slots 228 (air ventricle slots) so as to allow air to flow through the panelling. This prevents gusts of air from being able to tear the panelling off of its supports or foundations. The sheet 212 may be punched with holes suitable for receipt of the tek screws 218.
Alternatively, the sheet can be unpunched so as to allow the user to install the tek screws wherever needed.
The modular fence 200 of this alternative embodiment of the present invention provides protection, not only from property intrusion, but also protection from dust, noise, pollutlon, termites, insects, and other pests. In order to assure protection, the top edge 222 of these panels is bent slightly downwardly. This improves the appearance of the panel and avoids in~ury of those climbing over the fence. Since these formed sheets 212 are very light, installation i8 very easy.
FIGU~E 6 shows another alternative embodiment of the present in~ention. Specifically, FIGURE 6 shows the three-railed modular fence 300. As with the previous embodiment, modular fence 300 comprises a first pole 302, a second pole 304, a first rail 306, and a second rail 308. The suitable braaket .. .. . . ...
assemblies 310 are provided for the purpose of attaching the rail8 306 and 308 to the poles 302 and 304.
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installation of any intermediate rail 312 extending between the `~ first pole 302 and the second pole 304. Intermediate rail 312 `~ 1s located parallel to and between first rail 306 and second rail 308. Intermediate rail 312 is attached to the first pole -18~
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302 and the second pol~ 304 by way o$ four-directional bracket assemblies 314.
This embodiment of the present invention may be used alone, or in combination with, the vertical rods and formed sheets, described herein previously. As illustrated in FIGURE 6, modular fence 300 provides a mlnimal amount of security. The purposes of modular fence 300 are directed toward the corralling of animals or the marking of property boundaries. The design of the fence 300 is of a very aesthetically pleasing form. This three-rail version can extend, as needed, across the boundary of one's property.
With reference to FIGURE 7, it can be seen that a gate 400 can be connected to the modular fence of the preferred embodiment of the present invention. As shown in FIGURE 7, gate ;
400 has a first pole 402 and a second pole 404. The three-directional bracket assemblies 406 are connected to the outside walls of the poles 402 and 404. Bracket assemblies 406 act to receive one of the rails described herein previously.
Gate door 408 is attached by hinges 410 and 412 to the first pole 402. The vertical member 414 is attached to hinges 410 and 412. The ~ate door 408 will rotate about hinges 410 and 412 ; relatlve to the pole 402 and the attached fence.
Gate door 408 includes horizontal members 416 and 418 extending from vertical member 414. These horlzontal members - 416 and 418 termlnate at vertical member 420. As can be seen, the horizontal members 416 and 418 are connected to the vertical .
i~ members 414 and 420 by way of the two-dlrectional bracket ~ , assemblies 422. The vertical member 420 includes a handle 424 affixed thereto. The outer edge of the vertical member 420 will be ad;acent to the inner surface of the second pole 404. As such, the door 408 of gate 400 can swing freely relatlve to the remaining portions of the fence. Gate 400 may be installed into the ground with concrete encasements 426 and 428. A plurality of vert$cal rods 430 are attached by tek screws to the horizontal members 416 and 418. As such, the vertical rods 430 provide an appearance that matches the appearance of the fence of the preferred embodiment of the present invention. It should be noted, that in keeping with the present invention, the vertical rods 430 may be replaced with other structures so that the gate 400 will match the remainin~ fence deslgn.
FIGURE 8 shows still another alternative embodiment of the present invention. Fence 500 is a decorative fence in which the ends of the vertical rods are contained within the rails themselves. Fence 500, as with the previous embodiments of the present invention, includes poles 502 and 504. Rails 506 and 508 are attached by bracket assemblies 510 to the poles 502 and 504. The principal difference of the embodiment of FIGURE 8, as compared to the other embodiments, i8 the incorporation of the ends of vertical rods 512 into the rails 506 and 508.
Specifically, the first rail 506 has a plurality of formed ' ~ I ! ' orifices on the bottom surface 514 of first rail 506. The ~;
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second rail 508. The plurality of vertical rods 512 are received at one and by the formed orifices of ths first rail 506 and received at the other end by the $ormed orifices of the second rail 508. The rods 512 are arranged ln parallel and spaced intervals between the flrst pole 502 and the second pole 504.
The fence 500 is designed for use on properties, offices, buildings, around swimming pools, on upper levels, and other spaces that need to be separated or sealed off. After the first rail 506 and the second rail 50B are assembled to the first pole 502 and the second pole 504, the vertical rods cannot be removed. The procedure for installing this fence involves inserting each of the vertical rods 512 into the orifices of the second rail 508. The first, or top, rail 506 is then placed over the top of the vertical rods 512. The top rail 506 can then be aligned so as to be received by the bracket assemblies.
FIGURE 9a illustrates still another alternative embsdiment of the present invention. This alternative embodiment is for a met~l brick fence 600. As with the previous embodiments, brick metal fence 600 comprises a first pole 602, a second pole 604, a first rail 606, and a second rall 608. The rail~ are Joined to the poles by the use of bracket assemblies 610. A formed sheet of metal 612 is attached to the rails 606 and 608 between the ~ poles 602 and 604. Sheet 612 is a sheet of galvanized aluminum !,'"';~ having a plurality of rectangular protrusions 614 formed therein. These rectangular protrusions 614 are arranged into a plurality of rows 616. As can be seen in FIGURE 9a, each of the ~ ~
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rectangular protrusions of one row 616 is offset from an ad~acent rectangular protrusion of an ad~acent row. The sheet 612 and/or each of the rectangular protrusions 614 may be painted with a reddish color so as to give the appearance of a plurality of bricks.
As can be seen in FIGURE 9b, a pole cover 620 having a L-shape, can be affixed around the poles 602 and 604. As such, this pole cover will give the impression of a continuous brick wall, rather than a segmented brick wall separated by the poles. The use of the pole cover 612 accentuates the appearance of the fence 600. Pole cover 620 can be connected by tek screws 622 to each of the poles, as needed. `
Fence 600 presents a brick fence facsimile. This is a very inexpensive fence made of a galvanized aluminum sheet, rather than real brick. This design can beautify one's property and give it the look of an expensive brick fence. On the panel, the appearance of bricks is obtained through an embossing procedure which imprints the bricks on each full panel. The embossed bricks are the same as the rectan~ular protrusions 614.
The present invention, in its many embodiments, is an improved modular fence over that of the prior art. Most .. .
importantly, the assembly of the modular fence of the present invention is kept to a minimum number of parts. The use of the ' specialized bracket assemblies allows for the installation of the fence for any size of property. The tek screws make it difficult to disassemble the fence. The concept of this ~ : , j~ invention allows for a variety of different appearances to be 1~ .
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achieved. These appearances translate into the various reguirements for fences. As decoration, one may choose from the brlck fence or from the wooden panel fence. For boundary marking, it may only be necessary to utilize the three rail fence. As such, the concept of the present invention satisfles a large number of needs and requirements of the fencing industry.
In contrast to prior art techniques, the assembly of the fence of the present invention is very easy. No specialized labor, tools or materials are required. The components of the fence of the present invention may be shipped by box, or otherwise, to the desired location. The unskilled home craftsman may then assemble the fence ln a quick and expeditious manner. After the fence is installed, the home owner has a valuable addition to h$s property. The present invention el$minates the need for expensive onsite procedures. In addition, the present invention has a great deal of flexibility ~ to accommodate a large number of desires and needs.
i~ The foregoing disclosure and description of the invention is illustrative and explanatory thereof, and various changes in the size, shape and materials, as well as in the detalls of the lllustrated constructlon, may be made withln the scope of the appended claims without departing from the spirit of the invention. This invention should only be limited by the appended claims and thelr legal equivalents.
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second rail 508. The plurality of vertical rods 512 are received at one and by the formed orifices of ths first rail 506 and received at the other end by the $ormed orifices of the second rail 508. The rods 512 are arranged ln parallel and spaced intervals between the flrst pole 502 and the second pole 504.
The fence 500 is designed for use on properties, offices, buildings, around swimming pools, on upper levels, and other spaces that need to be separated or sealed off. After the first rail 506 and the second rail 50B are assembled to the first pole 502 and the second pole 504, the vertical rods cannot be removed. The procedure for installing this fence involves inserting each of the vertical rods 512 into the orifices of the second rail 508. The first, or top, rail 506 is then placed over the top of the vertical rods 512. The top rail 506 can then be aligned so as to be received by the bracket assemblies.
FIGURE 9a illustrates still another alternative embsdiment of the present invention. This alternative embodiment is for a met~l brick fence 600. As with the previous embodiments, brick metal fence 600 comprises a first pole 602, a second pole 604, a first rail 606, and a second rall 608. The rail~ are Joined to the poles by the use of bracket assemblies 610. A formed sheet of metal 612 is attached to the rails 606 and 608 between the ~ poles 602 and 604. Sheet 612 is a sheet of galvanized aluminum !,'"';~ having a plurality of rectangular protrusions 614 formed therein. These rectangular protrusions 614 are arranged into a plurality of rows 616. As can be seen in FIGURE 9a, each of the ~ ~
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rectangular protrusions of one row 616 is offset from an ad~acent rectangular protrusion of an ad~acent row. The sheet 612 and/or each of the rectangular protrusions 614 may be painted with a reddish color so as to give the appearance of a plurality of bricks.
As can be seen in FIGURE 9b, a pole cover 620 having a L-shape, can be affixed around the poles 602 and 604. As such, this pole cover will give the impression of a continuous brick wall, rather than a segmented brick wall separated by the poles. The use of the pole cover 612 accentuates the appearance of the fence 600. Pole cover 620 can be connected by tek screws 622 to each of the poles, as needed. `
Fence 600 presents a brick fence facsimile. This is a very inexpensive fence made of a galvanized aluminum sheet, rather than real brick. This design can beautify one's property and give it the look of an expensive brick fence. On the panel, the appearance of bricks is obtained through an embossing procedure which imprints the bricks on each full panel. The embossed bricks are the same as the rectan~ular protrusions 614.
The present invention, in its many embodiments, is an improved modular fence over that of the prior art. Most .. .
importantly, the assembly of the modular fence of the present invention is kept to a minimum number of parts. The use of the ' specialized bracket assemblies allows for the installation of the fence for any size of property. The tek screws make it difficult to disassemble the fence. The concept of this ~ : , j~ invention allows for a variety of different appearances to be 1~ .
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achieved. These appearances translate into the various reguirements for fences. As decoration, one may choose from the brlck fence or from the wooden panel fence. For boundary marking, it may only be necessary to utilize the three rail fence. As such, the concept of the present invention satisfles a large number of needs and requirements of the fencing industry.
In contrast to prior art techniques, the assembly of the fence of the present invention is very easy. No specialized labor, tools or materials are required. The components of the fence of the present invention may be shipped by box, or otherwise, to the desired location. The unskilled home craftsman may then assemble the fence ln a quick and expeditious manner. After the fence is installed, the home owner has a valuable addition to h$s property. The present invention el$minates the need for expensive onsite procedures. In addition, the present invention has a great deal of flexibility ~ to accommodate a large number of desires and needs.
i~ The foregoing disclosure and description of the invention is illustrative and explanatory thereof, and various changes in the size, shape and materials, as well as in the detalls of the lllustrated constructlon, may be made withln the scope of the appended claims without departing from the spirit of the invention. This invention should only be limited by the appended claims and thelr legal equivalents.
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Claims (28)
1. A modular fence comprising:
a first pole;
a second pole;
a first rail extending between said first pole and said second pole;
a second rail extending between said first pole and said second pole, said second pole being generally parallel to said first rail; and bracket means threadedly connected to said first pole and to said second pole, said bracket means being threadedly connected to said first rail and to said second rail, said bracket means for nonremovably connecting said first and second poles to said first and second rails.
a first pole;
a second pole;
a first rail extending between said first pole and said second pole;
a second rail extending between said first pole and said second pole, said second pole being generally parallel to said first rail; and bracket means threadedly connected to said first pole and to said second pole, said bracket means being threadedly connected to said first rail and to said second rail, said bracket means for nonremovably connecting said first and second poles to said first and second rails.
2. The modular fence of Claim 1, each of said first and second poles being a square tubular member arranged vertically relative to said first and second rails, said first and second poles being generally parallel to each other.
3. The modular fence of Claim 2, each of said first and second poles comprising:
a cap member fastened to the top of each of said first and second poles; and a concrete encasement at the bottom of each of said first and second poles, said concrete encasement for mounting said poles into an earthen surface.
a cap member fastened to the top of each of said first and second poles; and a concrete encasement at the bottom of each of said first and second poles, said concrete encasement for mounting said poles into an earthen surface.
4. The modular fence of Claim 1, each of said first and second rails being a square tubular member extending horizontally between said first and second poles.
5. The modular fence of Claim 1, said bracket means comprising:
a first bracket threadedly connected to said first pole and to said first rail;
a second bracket threadedly connected to said first pole and to said second rail;
a third bracket threadedly connected to said second pole and to said first rail; and a fourth bracket threadedly connected to said second pole and to said second rail.
a first bracket threadedly connected to said first pole and to said first rail;
a second bracket threadedly connected to said first pole and to said second rail;
a third bracket threadedly connected to said second pole and to said first rail; and a fourth bracket threadedly connected to said second pole and to said second rail.
6. The modular fence of Claim 1, said bracket means comprising:
a bracket having a first portion having a three-sided square configuration for receiving the end of one of said first and second rails and a fastener plate extending from an edge of said three-sided square configuration, said fastener plate for engaging one of said first and second poles.
a bracket having a first portion having a three-sided square configuration for receiving the end of one of said first and second rails and a fastener plate extending from an edge of said three-sided square configuration, said fastener plate for engaging one of said first and second poles.
7. The modular fence of Claim 6, each of the sides of said three-sided square configuration having an aperture for the receipt of a threaded member, said bracket means further comprising:
a tek screw extending through said aperture and fastened to one of said first and second rails, said tek screw for fastening said bracket to one of said first and second rails.
a tek screw extending through said aperture and fastened to one of said first and second rails, said tek screw for fastening said bracket to one of said first and second rails.
8. The modular fence of Claim 7, said fastener plate having a hole extending therethrough, said bracket means further comprising:
another tek screw extending through said hole so as to threadedly connect said bracket to one of said first and second poles.
another tek screw extending through said hole so as to threadedly connect said bracket to one of said first and second poles.
9. The modular fence of Claim 6, said fastener plate of said bracket comprising:
a right-angled U-shaped member extending from said three-sided square configuration, said U-shaped member mating with one of said first and second poles; and a second three-sided square configuration connected to said right-angled U-shaped member on an end of said right-angled U-shaped member opposite said first three-sided square configuration, said second three-sided square configuration for receiving a horizontal rail on an opposite side of one of said first and second poles.
a right-angled U-shaped member extending from said three-sided square configuration, said U-shaped member mating with one of said first and second poles; and a second three-sided square configuration connected to said right-angled U-shaped member on an end of said right-angled U-shaped member opposite said first three-sided square configuration, said second three-sided square configuration for receiving a horizontal rail on an opposite side of one of said first and second poles.
10. The modular fence of Claim 9, said right-angled U-shaped member having a first face, a second face, and a third face, each of said first face, said second face, and said third face having an opening extending therethrough, said bracket means further comprising:
a tek screw extending through said opening on each of said first, second and third faces, said tek screw threadedly engaging said one of said first and second poles, said second three-sided square configuration having at least one opening extending therethrough.
a tek screw extending through said opening on each of said first, second and third faces, said tek screw threadedly engaging said one of said first and second poles, said second three-sided square configuration having at least one opening extending therethrough.
11. The modular fence of Claim 1, further comprising:
a vertical member threadedly fastened to said first and second rails and positioned between said first and second poles.
a vertical member threadedly fastened to said first and second rails and positioned between said first and second poles.
12. The modular fence of Claim 11, said vertical member being attached by a first tek screw to said first rail, said vertical member being attached by a tek screw to said second rail.
13. The modular fence of Claim 11, said vertical member comprising:
a plurality of parallel rods positioned at spaced intervals between said first and second poles, each of said plurality of parallel rods being attached to said first rail and to said second rail.
a plurality of parallel rods positioned at spaced intervals between said first and second poles, each of said plurality of parallel rods being attached to said first rail and to said second rail.
14. The modular fence of Claim 11, said vertical member comprising:
a formed sheet of metal extending between said first and second poles, said formed sheet of metal having a plurality of co-planar panels, each of said co-planar panels being separated from an adjacent co-planar panel by an indented portion, said panels being attached to said first and second rails.
a formed sheet of metal extending between said first and second poles, said formed sheet of metal having a plurality of co-planar panels, each of said co-planar panels being separated from an adjacent co-planar panel by an indented portion, said panels being attached to said first and second rails.
15. The modular fence of Claim 14, each of said co-planar panels having a slot formed therein, said slot having a size suitable for allowing air to pass therethrough.
16. The modular fence of Claim 14, said co-planar panels having a co-linear top edge, said indented portion being offset from said co-linear top edge, said formed sheet of metal having a linear bottom edge.
17. The modular fence of Claim 11, said vertical member comprising:
a sheet of galvanized aluminum having a plurality of rectangular protrusions formed therein, said plurality of rectangular protrusions arranged into a plurality of rows, each of said rectangular protrusions of one row being offset from an adjacent rectangular protrusion of an adjacent row.
a sheet of galvanized aluminum having a plurality of rectangular protrusions formed therein, said plurality of rectangular protrusions arranged into a plurality of rows, each of said rectangular protrusions of one row being offset from an adjacent rectangular protrusion of an adjacent row.
18. The modular fence of Claim 1, said first rail having a plurality of formed orifices on a bottom surface of said first rail, said second rail having a plurality of formed orifices on a top surface of said second rail, said formed orifices of said first rail being aligned with said formed orifices of said second rail, said modular fence further comprising:
a plurality of vertical rods received at one end by said formed orifices of said first rail and received at another end by said formed orifices of said second rail, said plurality of vertical rods arranged in parallel at spaced intervals between said first and second poles.
a plurality of vertical rods received at one end by said formed orifices of said first rail and received at another end by said formed orifices of said second rail, said plurality of vertical rods arranged in parallel at spaced intervals between said first and second poles.
19. The modular fence of Claim 1, further comprising:
a third rail extending between said first pole and said second pole intermediate of said first and second rails, said third rail being parallel to said first and second rails, said bracket means for threadedly fastening said third rail to said first and second poles.
a third rail extending between said first pole and said second pole intermediate of said first and second rails, said third rail being parallel to said first and second rails, said bracket means for threadedly fastening said third rail to said first and second poles.
20. A modular fence comprising:
a first pole;
a second pole;
a first rail extending between and connected to said first pole and said second pole;
a second rail connected to and extending between said first pole and said second pole; and a plurality of parallel vertical rods positioned at spaced intervals between said first and second poles, each of said plurality of parallel vertical rods being threadedly fastened to said first rail and to said second rail.
a first pole;
a second pole;
a first rail extending between and connected to said first pole and said second pole;
a second rail connected to and extending between said first pole and said second pole; and a plurality of parallel vertical rods positioned at spaced intervals between said first and second poles, each of said plurality of parallel vertical rods being threadedly fastened to said first rail and to said second rail.
21. The modular fence of Claim 20, further comprising:
bracket means threadedly connected to said first pole and to said second pole, said bracket means being threadedly connected to said first rail and said second rail, said bracket means for nonremovably connecting said first and second poles to said first and second rails.
bracket means threadedly connected to said first pole and to said second pole, said bracket means being threadedly connected to said first rail and said second rail, said bracket means for nonremovably connecting said first and second poles to said first and second rails.
22. The modular fence of Claim 20, each of said plurality of vertical rods having at least one hole extending therethrough, said hole having a tek screw extending therethrough for connecting one of said plurality of vertical rods to one of said first and second rails.
23. A modular fence comprising:
a first pole;
a second pole;
a first rail extending between said first pole and said second pole;
a second rail extending between said first pole and said second pole, said first and second rails being connected to said first and second poles; and a formed sheet of metal extending between said first and second poles, said formed sheet of metal having a plurality of co-planar panels, said formed sheet of metal being fastened to said first and second rails.
a first pole;
a second pole;
a first rail extending between said first pole and said second pole;
a second rail extending between said first pole and said second pole, said first and second rails being connected to said first and second poles; and a formed sheet of metal extending between said first and second poles, said formed sheet of metal having a plurality of co-planar panels, said formed sheet of metal being fastened to said first and second rails.
24. The modular fence of Claim 23, each of said plurality of co-planar panels being separated from an adjacent panel by an indented portion.
25. The modular fence of Claim 23, each of said co-planar panels having a slot formed therein, said slot having a size suitable for allowing air to pass therethrough.
26. The modular fence of Claim 24, said co-planar panels having a co-linear top edge, said indented portion being offset from said co-linear top edge, said formed sheet of metal having a linear bottom edge.
27. The modular fence of Claim 23, said formed sheet of metal being of a galvanized aluminum, said plurality of co-planar panels being rectangular protrusions formed therein, said plurality of rectangular protrusions arranged into a plurality of rows, each of said rectangular protrusions of one row being offset from an adjacent rectangular protrusion of an adjacent row.
28. The modular fence of Claim 23, said formed sheet of metal being nonremovably fastened to said first and second rails by a plurality of tek screws, said tek screws passing through said formed sheet of metal and engaging said first and second rails.
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