NZ733977B2 - Window frame and architrave assembly - Google Patents
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Abstract
Disclosed herein is a window frame assembly for attachment to a window opening in a support structure, the assembly comprising a first frame (1) and a second frame (31) that engage each other from opposite sides of the window opening. The first frame includes a window and at least one abutment member (4, 5, 6) adapted to be fixed to the support structure. The second frame includes at least one abutment member selected from the group consisting of a jamb (34), a head (14) and a sill (24). The first frame includes a recess (13) between the at least one abutment member and the window such that, upon engagement of the first frame and the second frame from opposite sides of the window opening, the at least one abutment member of the second frame is received by the recess of the first frame. Allows a window jamb to be fixed to a window opening in a support structure with minimized labour and building costs while providing an aesthetic finish. r (4, 5, 6) adapted to be fixed to the support structure. The second frame includes at least one abutment member selected from the group consisting of a jamb (34), a head (14) and a sill (24). The first frame includes a recess (13) between the at least one abutment member and the window such that, upon engagement of the first frame and the second frame from opposite sides of the window opening, the at least one abutment member of the second frame is received by the recess of the first frame. Allows a window jamb to be fixed to a window opening in a support structure with minimized labour and building costs while providing an aesthetic finish.
Description
TITLE
“WINDOW FRAME AND ARCHITRAVE ASSEMBLY”
FIELD
The present invention relates generally to an assembly enabling the fixing of
windows and the like to a support structure such as a wall and more particularly, relates
to a window frame assembly comprising complementary profiled members that inter—
engage from opposite sides of a window opening to form a window frame and architrave
assembly.
graphic details of certain publications numerically referred to in this
ication are collected at the end of the description.
BACKGROUND
There are many different forms of window frames presently used in the
construction industry. including those made from timber and which are ed to suit
the requirements of particular window sizes and types. Timber window frames have been
used for many years in ng structures. ularly in domestic dwellings. With the
advent of highrise buildings and home units. there has been an increase in the use of
window frames ctured from metal and built into the structural support (6.51.. wall)
to which they are attached. These metal window frames are typically be built in at the
time the walls are constructed and are primarily suited for use with masom‘y or te
walls and. as such. have ties fitted to the back of the window jamb('s) which are anchored
by the wall structure.
A window typically comprises one or more glass panes fixed in place by an
assembly of stiles and rails; the ation of which is often called a sash. For a typical
installation within an opening of a structural support, such as a wall. a window frame is
constructed to which the window will be affixed. A window frame will typically
comprise two substantially vertical side jambs (the main vertical parts forming the sides
of the window frame), a head jamb (main horizontal part forming the top of the window
frame) and a sill (the main horizontal part forming the bottom of the window frame).
Since there are significant labour costs associated with building construction.
there is an ever present need to ze handling and the time taken to complete a
building project. To this end, fixtures such as window frame assemblies are typically
manufactured off—site to a pre—determined size. often with a window (126.. sash) affixed
thereto, and subsequently transported to a construction site for installation. Installing
window frames at the tail end of construction can also minimise the ility ge.
During installation, the window frame assembly is positioned into a
predetermined opening of a structural support. The jambs, head and sill of the window
frame are then secured to the structural support by screws or other fastening means.
Once the window frame is secured to the structural support. there are several
additional steps that must be taken to hide any unsightly finishes. These include the use
of construction putty or other suitable filler to cover the screws used to affix the jambs.
head and/or sill to the structural support. sanding back the construction putty or filler and
subsequently painting over the jambs. head and sill to achieve the desired finish.
The internal periphery of the window frame can also be unsightly, particularly at
the juncture of the window frame and internal wall cladding. This is typically alleviated
by surrounding the internal periphery of the window frame with an architrave. or a style
of molding that covers any unsightly joins: or gaps between the window frame and wall.
Whilst existing window frames and window frame assemblies have been used for
many years, the time taken to install them and make the subsequent modifications
necessary to e the desired aesthetic finish, as outlined above. has meant that
significant labour costs are added to a ng project. Attention has therefore been
directed to an alternative window frame assembly that zes labour and subsequent
building costs.
Disclosed herein is an alternative window frame assembly. and a method of
on thereof. which, upon lation. reduces the number of subsequent
cations required to provide the desired finish.
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SUMMARY
Disclosed herein is a window frame assembly for attachment to a window opening
in a support structure. the assembly comprising a first frame and a second frame that
engage each other from opposite sides of the window opening;
wherein the first frame is adapted to fit in and about the window opening from an external
side of the opening, wherein the first frame comprises a window and at least one abutment
member, wherein the at least one abutment member is d to be fixed to the support
structure;
wherein the second frame is d to fit in and about the window opening from an
internal side of the opening, wherein the second frame comprises at least one abutment
member selected from the group consisting of a jamb. a head and a sill; and
wherein the first frame comprises a recess n the at least one abutment member and
the window such that. upon engagement of the first frame and the second frame from
opposite sides of the window opening, the at least one abutment member of the second
frame is received by the recess ofthe first frame.
There is also sed herein a method for fixing a window frame to a window
opening of a support structure, the method sing:
(i) placing a first frame into the window opening from an external side ofthe opening,
wherein the first frame comprises a window. at least one abutment member for
engagement with the support structure and a recess between the window and the at
least one abutment member;
(ii) fixing the at least one abutment member of the first frame to the support ure
to thereby effect a fixed engagement thereto; and
(iii) bringing a second frame into ment with the fixed first frame from an internal
and opposite side of the window opening to the first frame, wherein the second
frame comprises at least one abutment member selected from the group consisting
of a jamb, a head and a sill, wherein the at least one abutment member of the second
frame is received by the recess n the window and the at least one abutment
member of the first frame.
DETAILED PTION OF THE ION
Unless defined otherwise. all technical and scientific terms used herein have the
same g as commonly understood by those of ordinary skill in the art to which the
invention belongs. Although any methods and materials similar or equivalent to those
described herein can be used in the practice or g of the present invention. preferred
methods and materials are described. For the purposes of the present invention, the
following terms are defined below.
The terms “a” and “on” are used herein to refer to one or to more than one (i. e. to
at least one) ofthe grammatical object of the e. By way of e. ” means
one jamb or more than one element. unless otherwise stated herein.
Throughout this specification. unless the context requires otherwise. the words
“comprise”. “comprises” and “comprising” will be understood to imply the inclusion of
a stated step or element or group of steps or elements but not the exclusion of any other
step or element or group of steps or elements. Thus, use of the term “comprising” and the
like indicates that the listed elements are required or mandatory. but that other elements
are optional and may or may not be present.
As discussed elsewhere herein. due to the significant labour costs associated with
building construction. there is an ever present need to minimize handling and the time
taken to complete a building project. To this end, windows and window . also
referred to as a “window assembly”. are often manufactured to pre—determined
specifications before installation. which typically occurs at the tail end of construction
with a view to minimising the risk of damage. During installation. a window frame
assembly is oned into a predetermined opening of a structural support. The jambs.
head and sill of the window frame are then fixed to the structural support by screws or
other fastening means. Once the window frame assembly is secured to the structural
support. there are l additional steps that must be taken to hide any unsightly
finishes. These include the use of construction putty or other suitable filler to cover the
screws used to affix the jambs. head and/or sill to the structural support. sanding back the
uction putty or filler and uently ng over surface ofthe jambs. head and
sill to achieve the desired finish. The internal periphery of the window frame can also be
unsightly. such as at the juncture of the window frame and internal wall cladding. This
is typically alleviated by surrounding the internal periphery of the window frame with an
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architrave, or a style (if g that covers any unsightly jeins er gaps between the
window frame and wall. Whilst such steps are necessary to e the desired finish.
they are laheur intensive and add to the building eests. The present inventor solves or at
least partly alleviate these problems by providing a window frame assembly for
attachment to a window opening in a support structure. the assembly sing a first
frame and a second frame that engage each other from opposite sides of the window
opening;
wherein the first frame is adapted to fit in and about the window opening from an external
side of the opening. wherein the first frame comprises a window and at least one abutment
member, wherein the at least one abutment member is adapted to be fixed to the support
structure;
wherein the second frame is adapted to fit in and about the window opening from an
internal side of the opening. wherein the second frame comprises at least one abutment
member ed from the group consisting of a jamb. a head and a sill; and
wherein the first frame comprises a recess between the at least one abutment member and
the window such that, upon engagement of the first frame and the second frame from
opposite sides of the window opening. the at least one abutment member of the second
frame is received by the recess of the first frame.
When the seeend frame is installed in and about the window opening from an
internal side of the opening, the at least abutment member of the second frame covers the
at least one abutment member of the first frame. hiding any unsightly finishes. such as
screws or other means used to fix the first frame to the suppert structure. This fies
the installatien and pest-installation, processes, because it zes the additienal steps
that weuld otherwise be ed to hide such unsightly finishes. as required fer existing
window frame assemblies,
The first frame may comprise at least one, at least two, at least three or at least
four nt members; that is. members that align with a structural support to which it
can be affixed. Persons skilled in the art will appreciate, however, that the stability of the
window frame assembly can be increased by have a greater number of abutment members
affixed to the structural support. Thus. in an embodiment. the first frame comprises at
least two abutment members. In r embodiment, the first frame comprises at least
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three abutment members. In yet another embodiment. the first frame comprises at least
four abutment members. For example, where the window frame comprises four sides
('e.g., a square or gular window frame). all four sides may comprise an abutment
member. Where the window frame has a greater number of sides (e.g.. a nal.
heptagonal. octagonal. etc). each side may comprise an abutment member for greater
stability when the first frame is affixed to the structural support. It will be appreciated.
however. that not all abutment members need to be affixed to the structural support. as
long as enough abutment s are affixed thereto so as to effect a secure and stable
engagement to the structural support. as required. for example. by building laws and
regulations.
The first window frame can be affixed to the structural support by any means
know to persons skilled in the art. Illustrative examples e the use of nails. screws
and the like. which can be passed through the abutment ( s) of the first frame and
into the structural support. such as a structural beam. post. column or pillar.
[0020] In an embodiment. the at least one abutment member of the first frame is adapted
to be fixed to the t structure by at least one fixing screw which attaches to said
support structure through the at least one abutment via a profiled recess. This allows the
head of the fixing screw to be positioned within the profiled recess. minimizing the risk
that the abutment member(s) of the second frame will catch on an otherwise exposed part
of the fixing screw.
The second window frame will typically be fixed to the support structure and/or
first frame to thereby effect a fixed engagement o. This can be accomplished by
any means know to persons skilled in the art. Illustrative examples include the use of
nails. screws and the like. which can be passed through the architrave and/or nt
(s) of the second frame and into the support structure and/or first frame. Persons
skilled in the art will appreciate that whatever means is used to affix the second frame to
the support structure and/or first frame preferably minimizes the labour and time required
to hide any unsightly finish ing therefrom. Thus. in some embodiments. the second
frame is fixed to the t structure and/or first frame by using nails of a certain
(minimal) gauge that can effect a secure engagement of the second frame to the structural
support. yet be easily d and/or painted over.
In some embodiments. the second frame is fixed to the t structure and/or
first frame via the architrave. Thus, in an embodiment, the architrave further comprises
an ment means for fixing the second frame to the support structure.
As sed elsewhere herein. each abutment member of the second frame is
U‘I typically designed to cover at least part of an abutment member of the first frame. more
preferably. that portion of the first frame abutment member comprising an otherwise
exposed engagement means. such as a nail or screw. In some embodiments, however.
each abutment member of the second frame will cover the entire abutment member of the
first frame. such that no portion of the first frame abutment member is visible upon
engagement of the second frame to the first frame. as herein described. In an
embodiment. the second frame comprises at least two abutment members selected from
the group consisting of a side jamb. a head jamb and a sill. In another embodiment. the
second frame comprises at least three abutment members selected from the group
consisting of a first side jamb, a second side jamb. a head jamb and a sill. In yet r
embodiment. the second frame comprises. as abutment members. a first side jamb. a
second side jamb. a head jamb and a sill. For ce. where the window frame
comprises four sides (e.g., a square or rectangular window frame). the second frame may
comprise four abutment members made up of two side jambs. a head jamb and a sill. such
that all four abutment members of the first frame will be covered. partly or in full. by the
two side jambs. the head jamb and the sill of the second frame. rly. where the
window frame has six sides (116.. a hexagonal). the second frame may se six
abutment members comprising at least one side jamb. at least one head jamb and at least
one sill. such that all six abutment members of the first frame will be covered, partly or
in full. by the abutment members of the second frame.
[0024] It will be tood that the architrave may or may not be present on a
component of the window frame assembly when the assembly is installed. Where the
architrave is ah‘eady present. the invention provides a window frame and architrave
assembly for attachment to a window opening in a support structure, the assembly
comprising a first frame and a second frame that engage each other from opposite sides
of the window opening;
n the first frame is adapted to fit in and about the window opening from an
external side of the opening. n the first frame comprises a window and at
least one abutment member. wherein the at least one abutment member is adapted
to be fixed to the support structure;
wherein the second frame is adapted to fit in and about the window opening from
an internal side of the opening. wherein the second frame comprises an architravc
and at least one abutment member selected from the group consisting of a jamb.
a head and a sill; and
wherein the first frame comprises a recess between the at least one abutment
member and the window such that. upon engagement of the first frame and the
second frame from opposite sides of the window opening. the at least one
abutment member of the second frame is received by the recess of the first frame.
Where the architrave is not present on a component of the window frame
ly, the architrave may be fixed thereto uent to installation. This allows for
the architrave to be selected or sourced well after the time of window installation and
subsequently fixed to the installed . In other embodiments the architrave is
already attached to a ent of the window assembly, there being no requirement to
fix an architrave after installation. These alternative forms of the invention apply to both
the window assembly per se. as well as a method for installing the window assembly.
Also disclosed herein is a method for fixing a window frame assembly to a
window opening of a support structure. the method comprising:
(ii) placing a first frame into the window opening from an external side of the g.
wherein the first frame comprises a window. at least one abutment member for
engagement with the support structure and a recess between the window and the at
least one abutment member;
fixing the at least one abutment member of the first frame to the t structure
to thereby effect a fixed engagement o; and
(iii) bringing a second frame into engagement with the fixed first frame from an internal
and opposite side of the window opening to the first frame. wherein the second
frame comprises at least one abutment member selected from the group consisting
of a jamb. a head and a sill. wherein the at least one abutment member of the second
frame is ed by the recess between the window and the at least one abutment
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member of the first frame.
In one embodiment. the method comprises step (iv) fixing an architrave to the t
structure and/or to the first frame. As discussed above, fixing the architrave may be
undertaken as a separate task after installation of the window.
In one embodiment of the method, an architrave is ah‘eady t such that the method
comprises:
(i) placing a first frame into the window opening from an external side of the
g, wherein the first frame ses a window, at least one abutment
member for engagement with the t structure and a recess between the
window and the at least one abutment member;
(ii) fixing the at least one abutment member of the first frame to the support
structure to thereby effect a fixed engagement thereto;
(iii) bringing a second frame into engagement with the fixed first frame from an
internal and opposite side of the window opening to the first frame, wherein
the second frame comprises an architrave and at least one abutment member
selected from the group consisting of ajamb, a head and a sill, wherein the at
least one abutment member of the second frame is received by the recess
between the window and the at least one abutment member of the first frame;
(iv) fixing the architrave to the support ure and/or to the first frame to
thereby effect a fixed engagement thereto.
The present invention will now be described in more detail according to each aspect and
with reference to a preferred but non limiting embodiment wherein:
Figure 1 shows a front perspective of a first window frame ing to an
embodiment of the t invention fitted in situ to a wall structure; Figure 2 shows a
front perspective of a second window frame according to an embodiment of the present
invention fitted in situ to a wall structure; Figure 3 shows an exploded cross section
through the window frame and architrave assembly according to an embodiment of the
present invention. in two parts. comprising the first frame (left) and the second frame
(rights); Figure 4 shows the arrangement of figure 3 with profiled members (i.e.. the first
and second frames) d together; Figure 5: shows a ctive view of the
arrangement of figure 3.
ing to Figure 1, there is shown a front perspective of the first window frame
('1) comprising a window (30) made up of four panes of glass (3) fixed in place by an
assembly of stiles and rails (2), the combination of which is called a sash. and four
abutment members (4, 5, 6 and 36). The first window frame is shown affixed to a
structural supports comprising beams (8. 9) and posts (7). The structural posts (7) and
beams (8, 9) ively sandwich the first frame there between. The abutment s
(4. 5, 6 and 36) are engaged and affixed to one or more of the structural supports (7. 8, 9)
by using suitable fixing means. such as screws.
Referring to Figure 2. there is shown a front perspective of the second window
frame according to an embodiment of the present invention. wherein second frame (31)
is engaged with the first frame in opposing relationship. fitted to a window opening of the
structural t. The second frame comprises an architrave (10) framing the window
(30) and four abutment members: two side jambs (24). a head jamb (l4) and a sill (24).
Figure 3 is a cross sectional view taken through part of a support structure (wall)
to which the first window frame (l) (left) is fitted, wherein two abutment members of the
2O first frame (11) are engaged with two beams (9) of the structural support and fixed thereto
by screws (16). Also shown in Figure 3 is the recess (13) between the window (12) and
the abutment members (1 l) of the first window frame (1). The entation also shows
a cross sectional View h the second window frame of the assembly (31) (right)
about to be brought into contact with the first frame (1) from an internal and opposite side
of the window opening to the first window frame (' l ), as shown by the directional arrow.
The second frame (31). comprising at least two abutment members (14. 24) is t
into engagement with the fixed first frame (1) from an internal and opposite side of the
window opening to the first frame, wherein the abutment members (14, 24) are to be
received by the recesses (13) of the first frame (1). Also shown is a cross sectional view
of the architrave (15).
Figure 4 is a cross sectional view taken through part of a support structure (wall)
to which the first window frame (1) is fitted. wherein two nt members of the first
frame ('11) are engaged with two beams (9) of the structural support and fixed thereto by
screws (16). The representation also shows a cross nal view h the second
window frame of the assembly (31) that has been fitted into the window opening from an
internal and opposite side of the opening to the first window frame ('1). as shown by the
directional arrow in Figure 3. The second frame (31) comprises at least two abutment
members (14, 24) that have been brought into contact with the fixed first frame (1) from
an internal and opposite side of the window opening to the first frame. such that the
abutment members (14. 24) have been received by the recesses (13) of the first frame (1).
as shown in Figure 3. Also shown is a cross sectional view ofthe architrave (15). which
has been fixed to the structural supports (9) by nails ('40). thus securing the second
window frame in place. As shown in Figure 4. the abutment members of the second frame
(14, 24) cover the otherwise exposed screws (16) used to affix the abutment members (5)
of the first frame ('1) to the structural supports (9).
Figure 5 is a perspective view of the first window frame (1) ) and the second
window frame (31) (left) according to an ment of the ly disclosed herein.
wherein second frame (31) is about to be inserted into the window opening from an
internal and opposite side of the opening to the first window frame (1), as shown by the
ional arrow. The first window frame (1) is shown affixed to a structural supports
comprising beams (8. 9) and posts (7). The structural posts (7) and beams ('8. 9)
2O effectively sandwich the first frame there between. The abutment members (4, 5. 6) are
engaged and affixed to the structural supports ('7. 8, 9) by using suitable fixing means.
such as screws (16). The perspective view of the second window frame (31) shows the
architrave (15) and four abutment members: two side jambs (34). a head jainb (l4) and a
sill (24).
[0033] When the second window frame (31) is brought into contact with the first frame
(1) from an internal and te side of the window opening to the first window frame
(1). as shown by the directional arrow. the abutment members (34. 14. 24) are received
by the recesses (13) of the first frame, covering the first frame abutment members (4, 5.
6) and the screws (16).
[0034] The present invention provides an alternative whereby the carpenter or window
fitter can insert the window frame assembly to the window opening of a structural support
such as a wall. even after the wall cladding has been painted and other work completed.
as there is very little trauma to the structure in affixing the window frame assembly
according to the present invention. The window frame ly is particularly useful
with walls having a normal width of about 90mm, but it will be appreciated that the
ly can be applied to walls of any desired width. Also the length of abutment
members of the first and second frames can be ed to accommodate different wall
esses. It will also be understood that the window frame assembly described herein
s not to be construed as confined to buildings. but could y be used in other
applications such as in furniture construction and modular partitioning construction in
both internal and external applications. The t invention also provides a finished
architrave so that the completed window surround including jamb. head. sill and
architrave is effected as soon as the first and second window frames are installed.
It will be recognised by persons skilled in the art that numerous variations and
modifications can be made to the overall invention without departing from the spirit and
scope of the invention as broadly described herein.
[0036] The reference in this specification to any prior publication (or information derived
from it), or to any matter which is known, is not, and should not be taken as an
acknowledgement or admission or any form of suggestion that the prior publication (or
information derived from it) or known matter forms part of the common general
knowledge in the field of endeavour to which this specification relates.
Claims (14)
1. A window frame assembly for attachment to a window opening in a support structure, the assembly comprising: a first frame and a second frame that engage each other from opposite sides of the window opening; wherein the first frame is adapted to fit in and about the window opening from an external side of the opening, wherein the first frame ses a window having a sash and at least one abutment member affixed to the sash, wherein the at least one abutment member is adapted to be fixed to the support ure using fixing means; wherein the second frame is adapted to fit in and about the window opening from an internal side of the opening, wherein the second frame comprises at least one abutment member selected from the group consisting of a jamb, a head and a sill; and wherein the first frame comprises a recess between the at least one abutment member and the window such that, upon engagement of the first frame and the second frame from opposite sides of the window opening, the at least one abutment member of the second frame is received by the recess of the first frame and the fixing means used to fix the at least one abutment member of the first frame to the support structure is concealed by the at least one nt member of the second frame.
2. The assembly of claim 1, wherein the recessis in a region of the first frame that is directly beneath, above or lateral to the at least one abutment member.
3. The ly of claim 1 or claim 2, wherein the second frame comprises an rave.
4. The assembly of claim 3, wherein the architrave ses an engagement means for fixing the second frame to a support structure.
5. The assembly of any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the second frame comprises at least two abutment members selected from the group consisting of a side jamb, a head jamb and a sill.
6. The ly of any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the second frame comprises at least three abutment s selected from the group consisting of a first side jamb, a second side jamb, a head jamb and a sill.
7. The assembly of any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the second frame comprises, as abutment members, a first side jamb, a second side jamb, a head jamb and a sill.
8. The assembly of any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the first frame comprises at least two abutment members.
9. The assembly of any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the first frame comprises at least three abutment s.
10. The assembly of any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the first frame comprises at least four abutment members.
11. The assembly of any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein the at least one abutment member of the first frame is adapted to be fixed to the support structure by at least one fixing screw which attaches to said support ure through the at least one abutment via a ed recess.
12. A method for fixing a window jamb to a window opening of a t structure, the method comprising: placing a first frame into the window opening from an external side of the opening, the first frame fitting in and about the window opening, wherein the first frame comprises a window having a sash, at least one abutment member affixed to the sash, the abutment member for engagement with the support structure and a recess between the window and the at least one abutment member; from an al and opposite side of the window opening fixing the at least one abutment member of the first frame to the support structure using fixing means to thereby effect a fixed engagement thereto, the fixing means being visible from the internal and opposite side of the window; and bringing a second frame into engagement with the fixed first frame from an internal and opposite side of the window opening to the first frame, the second frame fitting in and about the window opening, wherein the second frame comprises at least one abutment member selected from the group consisting of a jamb, a head and a sill, wherein the at least one abutment member of the second frame is received by the recess between the window and the at least one abutment member of the first frame, and the fixing means used to fix the at least one abutment member of the first frame to the t structure then ng concealed by the at least one abutment member of the second frame.
13. The method of claim 12 comprising the step of: (iv) fixing an architrave to the support structure and/or to the first frame.
14. The method of claim 12 wherein the second frame comprises an architrave, and wherein the method comprises the step of fixing the architrave to the support structure and/or to the first frame to thereby effect a fixed engagement thereto. \\\w§\ \\V\\A\A \\\\\V\\§ \\\\\A/\/\\\\\\\A WO 15604 HQ2. WO 15604
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