William G Guthrie

US Patent:

62639498, Jul 24, 2001

Filed:

Oct 12, 1999

Appl. No.:

9/415633

Inventors:

William J. Guthrie - Canfield OH

International Classification:

A47G 500

US Classification:

160380

Abstract:

A screen system for covering openings such as windows and doors includes a frame having a screen mounting portion for receiving an edge of a screen and a retainer bar. The screen is sandwiched between the frame and the retainer bar and the assembly is of heavy-duty constriction to resist high impact forces caused by hurricane force winds and accompanying flying debris. The retainer bar and frame can include one or more barbs to assist in capturing the screen and resisting forces. The retainer bar is also designed to pivot during assembly to tightly draw the screen across the opening in the frame.