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1.

ROOFING SHINGLE, AND ASSOCIATED SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18640880
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-04-19
First Publication Date 2024-10-31
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Tibah, Denis Muki
  • Krajca, Jarod L.
  • Sparks, Jr., Steven E.

Abstract

A bundle of coated roofing shingles, including: at least a first coated roofing shingle and a second coated roofing shingle, where each of the first coated roofing shingle and the second coated roofing shingle includes: a substrate; an asphalt-filled coating on at least one surface of the substrate; a plurality of granules on the asphalt-filled coating; and a coating composition on at least a portion of the plurality of granules, where the coating composition includes at least one of a liquid-applied polymer, a polymer emulsion, or a thermoplastic polymer, where the coating composition is in a form of a polymer network.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 195/00 - Coating compositions based on bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
  • C09D 5/02 - Emulsion paints
  • C09D 129/14 - Homopolymers or copolymers of acetals or ketals obtained by polymerisation of unsaturated acetals or ketals or by after-treatment of polymers of unsaturated alcohols
  • C09D 133/12 - Homopolymers or copolymers of methyl methacrylate
  • E04D 1/00 - Roof covering by making use of tiles, slates, shingles, or other small roofing elements
  • E04D 1/20 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of plastics, fibrous materials, or wood

2.

ROOFING SYSTEM HAVING TAPERED INSULATION PANELS, A ROOF ASSEMBLY KIT AND A METHOD OF INSTALLING THEREOF

      
Application Number 18639117
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-04-18
First Publication Date 2024-10-24
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Willits, James
  • Nagarajan, Venkata
  • Seymour, Andrew
  • Lienemann, Mark
  • Scott, David
  • Brown, Walter
  • Alvarado, Leonel

Abstract

This invention, in embodiments, relates to a roofing system that includes a roof deck, a plurality of tapered insulation panels applied onto the roof deck, at least one non-tapered insulation panel applied onto the plurality of tapered insulation panels, and a membrane layer applied onto the at least one non-tapered insulation panel. This invention, in embodiments, further relates to a roof assembly kit that includes a plurality of tapered insulation panels and instructions for installation, as well as a method of installing such a roofing system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 13/16 - Insulating devices or arrangements in so far as the roof covering is concerned
  • E04D 5/00 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form

3.

FIRE RESISTANT NON-BREATHABLE ROOFING UNDERLAYMENT

      
Application Number 18760563
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-07-01
First Publication Date 2024-10-24
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Chich, Adem
  • Cheung, Yunwa Wilson

Abstract

A multilayered roofing underlayment including: a) a first layer of nonwoven material; b) a second layer of lamination coating adjacent to said first layer; c) a third layer of aluminum foil adjacent to said second layer; d) a fourth layer of lamination coating adjacent to said third layer; e) a fifth layer of nonwoven material adjacent to said fourth layer; f) a sixth layer of backside coating adjacent to said fifth layer; and g) where a product weight of said roofing underlayment is from 90 to 270 grams per square meter.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 15/14 - Layered products essentially comprising metal next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • B32B 15/20 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising aluminium or copper
  • E04D 5/04 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form by making use of metal foils
  • E04D 5/10 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form by making use of compounded or laminated materials, e.g. metal foils or plastic films coated with bitumen

4.

ROOFING SYSTEM INCLUDING ROOFING SHINGLE, AND ASSOCIATED METHOD

      
Application Number 18624819
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-04-02
First Publication Date 2024-10-24
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Mercado, Ramil Marcelo L.

Abstract

A roofing shingle includes a first shingle portion having a base portion, and a plurality of tooth portions extending from the base portion, where the plurality of tooth portions includes at least a first tooth portion, a second shingle portion positioned to at least partially overlap the first shingle portion; a first adhesive line between the first tooth portion and the second shingle portion, and an RFID tag in the first adhesive line.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/20 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of plastics, fibrous materials, or wood
  • E04D 1/28 - Roofing elements comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation
  • H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
  • H01Q 1/44 - ANTENNAS, i.e. RADIO AERIALS - Details of, or arrangements associated with, antennas using equipment having another main function to serve additionally as an antenna

5.

RIDGE VENT

      
Application Number 18638053
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-04-17
First Publication Date 2024-10-17
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Blevins, Reed
  • Manasterski, Tim
  • Sayres, Todd

Abstract

A ridge vent for being installed along a portion of a roof can include a panel with side portions extending along a central portion, with ventilation grids extending along the side portions, and defining vent openings that allow air to flow from under the ridge vent to the open air above the roof. The central portion of the panel can have an upper surface that defines a first plane of the ridge vent and can include a plurality of fastener features that define a second plane spaced below the first plane. In embodiments, the second plane can be located above roof deck of the roof at a height that is less than a height of the first plane above the roof deck so as to provide a fastening plane that is closer to the roof deck than the upper surface of the panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 13/17 - Ventilation of roof coverings not otherwise provided for

6.

ADHESIVES FOR LOW SURFACE ENERGY MATERIALS

      
Application Number 18653669
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-05-02
First Publication Date 2024-10-10
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Rufus, Isaac Bernard
  • Chich, Adem
  • Dougherty, Michael
  • Chin, Richard
  • Williams, Overton

Abstract

A roofing system includes a roofing membrane. The roofing membrane has a surface energy of 40 mN/m or less. The roofing system includes a roofing substrate. The roofing system includes an adhesive disposed between the roofing membrane and the roofing substrate. The adhesive includes a styrenic block copolymer. The styrenic block copolymer is present in an amount of 0.5 wt. % to 30 wt. % based on a total weight of the adhesive. The adhesive includes asphalt. The asphalt is present in an amount of 70 wt. % to 99.5 wt. % based on the total weight of the adhesive. A ratio of the styrenic block copolymer to the asphalt in the adhesive is 1:11 to 1:3.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09J 195/00 - Adhesives based on bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
  • C09J 11/06 - Non-macromolecular additives organic
  • E04D 5/14 - Fastening means therefor

7.

ROOFING MATERIALS WITH SYNTHETIC ROOFING GRANULES AND METHODS OF MAKING THEREOF

      
Application Number 18746209
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-06-18
First Publication Date 2024-10-10
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Boss, Daniel E.
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang
  • Duque, Luis

Abstract

This invention, in embodiments, relates to a roofing material comprising (a) a coated substrate having a top surface and a back surface, and (b) a plurality of roofing granules applied to the top surface of the coated substrate. The plurality of roofing granules comprises from 50% to 100% of unitary, uncoated, non-mineral based particles. This invention, in embodiments, further relates to a method of preparing such roofing material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/20 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of plastics, fibrous materials, or wood
  • E04D 1/00 - Roof covering by making use of tiles, slates, shingles, or other small roofing elements
  • E04D 1/26 - Strip-shaped roofing elements appearing as a row of shingles

8.

ROOFING SHINGLE HAVING UNIQUELY IDENTIFIABLE RADIO FREQUENCY-BASED TAG AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF

      
Application Number 18742578
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-06-13
First Publication Date 2024-10-03
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Alovert, Igor

Abstract

One or more embodiments of the present disclosure describe an RFID-enabled roofing accessory. The roofing accessory may include a roofing shingle, such as an asphalt roofing shingle. The roofing accessory may include an RPID tag incorporated thercon. The RFID tag may be adhered to the roofing accessories.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G08B 21/20 - Status alarms responsive to moisture
  • G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
  • G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
  • G16Y 20/10 - Information sensed or collected by the things relating to location
  • G16Y 40/10 - Detection; Monitoring

9.

ROOFING SYSTEM AND ROOFING SHINGLE

      
Application Number 18618651
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-03-27
First Publication Date 2024-10-03
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang
  • Leitch, Olan T.
  • Alfonso, Ashley

Abstract

A roofing shingle includes an asphalt-filled layer on a surface of a substrate, and a plurality of coated granules on the asphalt-filled layer, where each of the coated granules of the plurality of coated granules has a base particle, and a coating including metal silicate and a reflective pigment, where the coated granules of the plurality of coated granules have an average L* value of less than 30, and a total solar reflectance of 20% to 40%.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 5/33 - Radiation-reflecting paints
  • C09D 7/62 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic modified by treatment with other compounds
  • C09D 195/00 - Coating compositions based on bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
  • E04D 1/00 - Roof covering by making use of tiles, slates, shingles, or other small roofing elements
  • E04D 1/20 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of plastics, fibrous materials, or wood

10.

Cryptographically-secured systems configured to execute events-based communication protocols and architectures, and methods of use thereof

      
Application Number 18600244
Grant Number 12106162
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-03-08
First Publication Date 2024-10-01
Grant Date 2024-10-01
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Alovert, Igor
  • Riley, Xavier

Abstract

A system for providing cryptographically-secured communication is disclosed. The system receives activities from clients including data for inclusion on a distributed ledger of a distributed ledger architecture. The system then processes each activity and determines whether an activity corresponds to an event subscribed to by at least one computing device. The event may correspond to the presence of a communication in an activity received by the system. The system validates the data associated with the activity by utilizing a plurality of validators and without requiring a threshold level of consensus if the activity corresponds to the event. If the activity does not correspond to the event, the system validates using the threshold level of consensus. Once the activity is validated, the system submits the data associated with the activity for inclusion on the distributed ledger so that the communication is made available to the at least one off-chain computing device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04L 9/00 - Arrangements for secret or secure communications; Network security protocols
  • G06F 9/54 - Interprogram communication
  • G06F 21/60 - Protecting data

11.

CAP SHINGLES FOR ROOFING SYSTEMS

      
Application Number 18610359
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-03-20
First Publication Date 2024-09-26
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Avitabile, Jeffrey S.
  • Duque, Luis
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang
  • Leitch, Olan T.

Abstract

A roofing system including a cap shingle and methods of producing a cap shingle and forming a roof are disclosed. In one embodiment, the cap shingle can include at least one layer of shingle material including an upper surface having a headlap portion and an exposure portion, and a lower surface. A sealant can be applied along the lower surface and a sealant attachment zone can be positioned along the upper surface of the at least one layer of shingle material between the headlap and exposure portions. The sealant attachment zone can be configured to contact a sealant applied along a lower surface of a next cap shingle to promote adhesion between the cap shingles installed along a ridge, hip, or cap of the roof.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/30 - Special roof-covering elements, e.g. ridge tiles, gutter tiles, gable tiles, ventilation tiles
  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • B32B 5/16 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by features of a layer formed of particles, e.g. chips, chopped fibres, powder
  • B32B 5/24 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer
  • B32B 5/30 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer comprising granules or powder
  • E04D 1/00 - Roof covering by making use of tiles, slates, shingles, or other small roofing elements

12.

Roofing material

      
Application Number 29924520
Grant Number D1044044
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-01-19
First Publication Date 2024-09-24
Grant Date 2024-09-24
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Mcgrath, Kevin Peter
  • Kaci, Soufiane Mohand
  • Anderson, Eric R.

13.

ROOFING SYSTEM AND ASSOCIATED ROOFING SHINGLE

      
Application Number 18668763
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-05-20
First Publication Date 2024-09-19
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Boss, Daniel E.
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang
  • Svec, James
  • Searcy, Chris
  • Thurston, Nicholas

Abstract

Roofing shingles are disclosed that are capable of self-adhering to a roof deck or underlayment and/or other roofing shingles and that require few or no mechanical fasteners to remain attached to the roof. By appropriate positioning of sealant lines on the shingle, direct adhesion between the shingle and the roof deck or underlayment and/or other roofing shingles can be achieved. If the shingle is laminated, the layers may be mechanically attached with indentations in the common bond area. The nail zone of the shingle may be visually indicated with fines and/or one or more paint lines. A roofing system comprising a plurality of courses of the shingles is also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/36 - Devices for sealing the spaces or joints between roof-covering elements
  • E04D 1/00 - Roof covering by making use of tiles, slates, shingles, or other small roofing elements
  • E04D 1/20 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of plastics, fibrous materials, or wood

14.

Roofing drip edge device and a method of installing a roofing drip edge device

      
Application Number 18594417
Grant Number 12104382
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-03-04
First Publication Date 2024-09-12
Grant Date 2024-10-01
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Brown, Randle
  • Willits, James
  • Nagarajan, Venkata
  • Lienemann, Mark

Abstract

This invention, in embodiments, relates to a roofing drip edge device that includes a drip edge comprising (i) an upper drip edge that is configured to be installed along an edge of a roofing surface, and (ii) a lower drip edge that is approximately at a right angle to the upper drip edge, a flashing strip member that is secured to the upper drip edge of the drip edge, such that a portion of the flashing strip member overhangs a first side edge of the drip edge, and a connecting member that is secured to the drip edge, such that a portion of the connecting member overhangs a second side edge of the drip edge. This invention, in embodiments, further relates to a method of installing a roofing drip edge device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 13/04 - Roof drainage; Drainage fittings in flat roofs

15.

ROOFING MATERIAL, AND ROOF SYSTEM INCLUDING THE ROOFING MATERIAL

      
Application Number 18597630
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-03-06
First Publication Date 2024-09-12
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Zheng, Yan
  • Chich, Adem
  • Xiao, Yixi
  • Tingley, Joshua
  • Andrade, Andrew Erick
  • Dougherty, Michael

Abstract

A system including a first roofing material installed on the roof deck; a second roofing material installed on the roof deck, adjacent to the first roofing material, where the second roofing material includes: a first layer comprising silicone; and a first substrate, where the first layer partially covers a surface of the first substrate, thereby to provide at least a first area of the surface of the first substrate not covered by the first layer, where the first roofing material overlaps at least a portion of the first area; and a flashing material including silicone, where the flashing material covers a portion of each of: the first roofing material, the first layer of the second roofing material, and the first area of the second roofing material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 5/10 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form by making use of compounded or laminated materials, e.g. metal foils or plastic films coated with bitumen
  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • B32B 7/08 - Interconnection of layers by mechanical means
  • B32B 25/10 - Layered products essentially comprising natural or synthetic rubber next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
  • B32B 25/20 - Layered products essentially comprising natural or synthetic rubber comprising silicone rubber
  • E04D 5/14 - Fastening means therefor
  • E04D 13/14 - Junctions of roof sheathings to chimneys or other parts extending above the roof

16.

SPRAY APPLICATION SYSTEM AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF

      
Application Number 18584499
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-02-22
First Publication Date 2024-08-29
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Yu, Lingtao

Abstract

This invention, in embodiments, relates to a method that includes obtaining a spray application system that is configured to apply a fluid material to a surface. The spray application system includes (i) an airless spray device that is configured to receive the fluid material and to spray the fluid material onto the surface, and (ii) a receptacle that is attached to the airless spray device and is configured to supply one or more components to the fluid material. The method further includes supplying the fluid material to the airless spray device, supplying one or more components to the fluid material via the receptacle, and spraying the fluid material and the one or more components onto the surface using the airless spray device of the spray application system. The one or more components are capable of triggering curing of the fluid material. This invention further relates to a spray application system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B05B 7/24 - Spraying apparatus for discharge of liquids or other fluent materials from two or more sources, e.g. of liquid and air, of powder and gas with means, e.g. a container, for supplying liquid or other fluent material to a discharge device

17.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CREATING A SCORED HINGE IN A HIP OR RIDGE CAP SHINGLE

      
Application Number 18658014
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-05-08
First Publication Date 2024-08-29
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Leitch, Olan T.

Abstract

A cap shingle configured to be installed over a hip or ridge of a roof structure, and a method for creating scored hinge lines in hip and ridge cap shingles during manufacturing while minimizing the likelihood of breakage along the scored hinge lines due to lane tension are disclosed. The method includes forming score lines with a scoring cylinder across lanes of shingle material just before the lanes are cut into individual cap shingles with a pattern cutter. The scoring cylinder and pattern cutter are controlled so that the score lines are consistently applied along the centerlines of the cap shingles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/30 - Special roof-covering elements, e.g. ridge tiles, gutter tiles, gable tiles, ventilation tiles

18.

WATER-CURABLE SILICONE COMPOSITIONS AND RELATED METHODS

      
Application Number 18585922
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-02-23
First Publication Date 2024-08-29
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Andrade, Andrew
  • Zheng, Yan
  • Xiao, Yixi
  • Tingley, Joshua

Abstract

Silicone compositions and related methods are provided. A silicone composition comprises a polysiloxane, a crosslinker, a water-activated catalyst, a water-release agent, and a filler. When subjected to an external stimulus, the water-release agent supplies sufficient water for activating the water-activated catalyst. A method of installation comprises one or more of the following steps: obtaining a silicone composition, applying the silicone composition to at least one surface of a substrate, heating the water-curable silicone composition, and curing the silicone composition.

IPC Classes  ?

19.

POLYMER MODIFIED ASPHALT COMPOSITIONS AND RELATED METHODS

      
Application Number 18584797
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-02-22
First Publication Date 2024-08-22
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Mercado, Ramil Marcelo L.
  • Krajca, Jarod L.
  • Brzezinski, Lisa
  • Ye, Xiangnan
  • Tibah, Denis M.

Abstract

Polymer modified asphalt compositions for roofing applications and related systems and methods are provided. A polymer modified asphalt composition comprises at least 80% by weight of an asphalt based on a total weight of the polymer modified asphalt composition, a polyolefin having a number average molecular weight of at least 25 kDa, and an ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/22 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of specified materials, or of combinations of materials, not covered by any one of groups
  • C08L 95/00 - Compositions of bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
  • E04D 1/00 - Roof covering by making use of tiles, slates, shingles, or other small roofing elements

20.

ADHESIVE FORMULATIONS THAT ARE FREE OF ASPHALT OR SUBSTANTIALLY FREE OF ASPHALT, METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME, AND ROOFING SYSTEMS UTILIZING THE SAME

      
Application Number 18653632
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-05-02
First Publication Date 2024-08-22
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Rufus, Isaac Bernard
  • Chich, Adem
  • Williams, Overton
  • Chin, Richard
  • Dougherty, Michael
  • Mercado, Ramil Marcelo L.
  • Krajca, Jarod L.

Abstract

Some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to roofing systems including a substrate and adhesive formulations that are free of asphalt or substantially free of asphalt. Some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to methods of making one or more adhesive formulations that are free of asphalt or substantially free of asphalt. Some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to systems utilizing one or more adhesive formulations that are free of asphalt or substantially free of asphalt.

IPC Classes  ?

21.

RUBBER-CONTAINING ASPHALT COMPOSITIONS AND RELATED METHODS

      
Application Number 18421377
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-01-24
First Publication Date 2024-08-15
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Hamer, Ann
  • Sparks, Steven

Abstract

Some embodiments relate to a method for producing a rubber-containing asphalt composition. The method for producing the rubber-containing asphalt composition comprises obtaining a rubber component; obtaining an unoxidized asphalt; mixing the rubber component and the unoxidized asphalt to obtain an unoxidized asphalt composition; oxidizing the unoxidized asphalt composition to obtain an oxidized asphalt composition; and forming a roofing shingle from the oxidized asphalt composition.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C08L 95/00 - Compositions of bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
  • C08L 17/00 - Compositions of reclaimed rubber
  • E04D 1/12 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface

22.

Building manufacturing using layered materials

      
Application Number 17591426
Grant Number 12054936
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-02-02
First Publication Date 2024-08-06
Grant Date 2024-08-06
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Boss, Daniel E.

Abstract

A kit includes a plurality of wall members. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of wall members includes an exterior surface material. In some embodiments, the exterior surface material passes an accelerated weathering test simulating damage caused by outdoor weathering. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of wall members include an interior surface material. In some embodiments, the interior surface material passes an environmental quality test. In some embodiments, the exterior surface material is different than the interior surface material. In some embodiments, the kit includes a plurality of brackets. In some embodiments, the plurality of brackets is configured to join a first of the plurality of wall members and a second of the plurality of wall members. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of brackets includes the exterior surface material and the interior surface material. In some embodiments, the kit includes a door.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 1/343 - Structures characterised by movable, separable, or collapsible parts, e.g. for transport
  • E04B 1/38 - Connections for building structures in general
  • E04B 2/00 - Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls
  • E04C 2/284 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by specified materials composed of materials covered by two or more of groups , , , or of materials covered by one of these groups with a material not specified in one of these groups at least one of the materials being insulating
  • E04C 2/52 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels characterised by the shape or structure with special adaptations for auxiliary purposes, e.g. serving for locating conduits
  • E04C 2/00 - Building elements of relatively thin form for the construction of parts of buildings, e.g. sheet materials, slabs, or panels

23.

STEEP SLOPE ROOFING PANEL SYSTEM AND METHOD

      
Application Number 18619901
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-03-28
First Publication Date 2024-07-18
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Anderson, Eric R.
  • Zarate, Walter R.

Abstract

A steep slope roofing panel system includes an underlayment and a plurality of roofing panels installed atop the underlayment. The panels may be installed to provide both protection from the environment and watershedding. Alternatively, the panels and the underlayment may share the watershedding functions of the roof, with one as a primary watershedding component and the other as an auxiliary watershedding component. The roofing system may be custom manufactured off-site based upon predetermined measurements and characteristics of a roof and its protrusions. Alternatively, the roofing system may be custom manufactured at the job site based upon such measurements and characteristics. Each panel may be assigned to a location on the roof and may include imprinted instructions regarding cutting and/or bending the panel to form flashing, drip edges, or other features, as well as the panel's location and installation sequence on the roof.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 7/02 - Roofs; Roof construction with regard to insulation with plane sloping surfaces, e.g. saddle roofs
  • E04D 3/36 - Connecting; Fastening
  • E04D 3/362 - Connecting; Fastening by specially-profiled marginal portions of the slabs or sheets by locking the edge of one slab or sheet within the profiled marginal portion of the adjacent slab or sheet, e.g. using separate connecting elements
  • E04D 3/369 - Connecting; Fastening by welding of the marginal portions of adjacent slabs or sheets

24.

CONTOURED MESH RIDGE VENTS

      
Application Number 18621325
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-03-29
First Publication Date 2024-07-18
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Railkar, Sudhir
  • Chich, Adem
  • Zarate, Walter

Abstract

Ridge vents and deck covers are disclosed that have a fibrous mesh mat and a moisture barrier. The mesh mat may be contoured to define a variety of structures and may have regions of relatively higher fiber density and regions of relatively lower fiber density. Solar cells may be exposed on the ridge vents to collect solar energy when the vents are exposed to sunlight.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 13/17 - Ventilation of roof coverings not otherwise provided for
  • E04D 3/30 - Roof covering by making use of flat or curved slabs or stiff sheets with special cross-section, e.g. with corrugations on both sides, with ribs, flanges, or the like of metal
  • F24S 20/69 - Solar heat collectors integrated in fixed constructions, e.g. in buildings in the form of shingles or tiles
  • H02S 20/23 - Supporting structures directly fixed to an immovable object specially adapted for buildings specially adapted for roof structures
  • E04D 1/30 - Special roof-covering elements, e.g. ridge tiles, gutter tiles, gable tiles, ventilation tiles

25.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF FORMING ROOFING SHINGLES WITH APPLICATION OF A FIBERIZED ADHESIVE

      
Application Number 18382787
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-23
First Publication Date 2024-07-11
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Svec, James A.

Abstract

Systems and methods of forming roofing shingles having selected patterns of an adhesive material applied thereto include a conveying system along which a roofing substrate material is conveyed past an adhesive applicator having a nozzle configured to apply a fiberized adhesive to a surface of the roofing substrate material, the fiberized adhesive adapted to attach a layer of the roofing substrate material to an additional layer for forming the roofing shingles. A drive system is coupled to the nozzle and is configured to move the nozzle across the roofing substrate material as the roofing substrate material is moved along a processing path for selectively applying a pattern of the fiberized adhesive across the roofing substrate material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B05C 5/02 - Apparatus in which liquid or other fluent material is projected, poured or allowed to flow on to the surface of the work from an outlet device in contact, or almost in contact, with the work
  • C09J 5/00 - Adhesive processes in general; Adhesive processes not provided for elsewhere, e.g. relating to primers
  • C09J 9/00 - Adhesives characterised by their physical nature or the effects produced, e.g. glue sticks
  • E04D 1/26 - Strip-shaped roofing elements appearing as a row of shingles
  • E04D 1/28 - Roofing elements comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation

26.

FASTENER PLATE FOR SECURING AN UNDERLAYMENT TO A ROOF SURFACE

      
Application Number 18591616
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-02-29
First Publication Date 2024-07-04
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Chich, Adem
  • Zheng, Yan
  • Messina, Gerry

Abstract

A fastener plate for use in coupling an underlayment to a roof surface is disclosed. In use, the fastener plate is arranged and configured to enable subsequently applied liquid coatings to flow through a top surface of the fastener plate and into one or more cavities so that the liquid coating seals any openings created by introduction of the fastener. In one embodiment, the fastener plate may include a top surface, a bottom surface, a fastener opening for receiving a fastener, a plurality of openings formed in the top surface, and one or more cavities positioned between the top surface and the bottom surface, the one or more cavities being in fluid communication with the plurality of openings so that the liquid coating can flow through the plurality of openings formed in the top surface and into the one or more cavities to seal any voids created by the fastener.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/00 - Roof covering by making use of tiles, slates, shingles, or other small roofing elements
  • E04D 1/34 - Fastenings for attaching roof-covering elements to the supporting elements
  • E04D 1/36 - Devices for sealing the spaces or joints between roof-covering elements

27.

NON-ASPHALTIC COATINGS, NON-ASPHALTIC ROOFING MATERIALS, AND METHODS OF MAKING THEREOF

      
Application Number 18607254
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-03-15
First Publication Date 2024-07-04
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Boss, Daniel E.
  • Tibah, Denis Muki
  • Rufus, Isaac Bernard
  • Chich, Adem
  • Williams, Overton
  • Cheung, Wilson

Abstract

This invention, in embodiments, relates to non-asphaltic coatings for roofing materials, to roofing materials made therefrom and to methods of preparing such coatings and roofing materials. By blending thermoplastic polymers with appropriate fillers and/or recycled materials, a composition is produced that can be pressed into a desired shape, or that can be additionally mixed with oils, resins and/or waxes to provide a liquid that can be poured onto an appropriate substrate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/20 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of plastics, fibrous materials, or wood
  • C09D 123/06 - Polyethene
  • C09D 123/12 - Polypropene
  • C09D 123/16 - Ethene-propene or ethene-propene-diene copolymers
  • C09D 191/00 - Coating compositions based on oils, fats or waxes; Coating compositions based on derivatives thereof
  • E04D 1/22 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of specified materials, or of combinations of materials, not covered by any one of groups
  • C08K 3/013 - Fillers, pigments or reinforcing additives
  • C08K 5/00 - Use of organic ingredients
  • E04D 11/02 - Built-up roofs, i.e. consisting of two or more layers bonded together in situ, at least one of the layers being of watertight composition

28.

ROOFING ACCESSORIES WITH RADIOFREQUENCY RADIATION SHIELDING CAPABILITIES AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USE THEREOF

      
Application Number 18411751
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-01-12
First Publication Date 2024-06-27
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Campau, Zachary Richard
  • Riley, Xavier

Abstract

At least some embodiments of the present disclosure provide a roofing accessory that includes a radiofrequency radiation shielding non-woven fiber composite material. The radiofrequency shielding non-woven fiber composite material includes a first fiber type that includes a conductive material, where the radiofrequency shielding non-woven fiber composite material has a sufficient amount of the first fiber type so as to result, when the radiofrequency shielding non-woven fiber composite material is positioned on a roof structure, in the radiofrequency shielding non-woven fiber composite material allowing for shielding a predetermined percentage of electromagnetic radiation passing through the roof structure. The radiofrequency shielding non-woven fiber composite material includes a second fiber type that includes a non-conductive material. The first fiber type and the second fiber type are randomly dispersed within the radiofrequency shielding non-woven fiber composite.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/30 - Special roof-covering elements, e.g. ridge tiles, gutter tiles, gable tiles, ventilation tiles
  • D04H 1/4218 - Glass fibres
  • D04H 1/4234 - Metal fibres
  • D04H 1/64 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by applying, incorporating or activating chemical or thermoplastic bonding agents, e.g. adhesives the bonding agent being applied in wet state, e.g. chemical agents in dispersions or solutions
  • D04H 1/732 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres characterised by the method of forming fleeces or layers, e.g. reorientation of fibres the fibres being randomly arranged by fluid current, e.g. air-lay
  • E04B 1/92 - Protection against other undesired influences or dangers
  • E04D 1/22 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of specified materials, or of combinations of materials, not covered by any one of groups
  • E04D 7/00 - Roof covering by sealing masses applied in situ; Gravelling of flat roofs
  • E04D 12/00 - Non-structural supports for roofing materials, e.g. battens, boards
  • H01Q 1/52 - Means for reducing coupling between antennas; Means for reducing coupling between an antenna and another structure

29.

LOW PENETRATION POINT ASPHALT REINFORCED GLASS MAT AND ARTICLES INCLUDING THE SAME

      
Application Number 18596340
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-03-05
First Publication Date 2024-06-27
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang
  • Svec, Jim
  • Lee, Brian

Abstract

Some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to an roofing shingle comprising a low penetration point asphalt reinforced glass mat. In some embodiments, the reinforced glass mat comprises a glass mat and a reinforcement material. In some embodiments, the glass mat comprises a web of glass fibers. In some embodiments, the reinforcement material is embedded into the web of glass fibers of the glass mat. In some embodiments, the reinforced glass mat comprises a sufficient amount of the reinforcement material, so as to result in a nail shank shear resistance of 13 lbs to 17 lbs, according to ASTM 1761 at 140° F. Methods of making the roofing shingle and methods of forming a roofing shingle from the roofing shingle are also disclosed herein.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/20 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of plastics, fibrous materials, or wood
  • D06N 3/00 - Artificial leather, oilcloth, or like material obtained by covering fibrous webs with macromolecular material, e.g. resins, rubber or derivatives thereof
  • D06N 5/00 - Roofing felt, i.e. fibrous webs coated with bitumen

30.

VISCOSITY MEASUREMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD

      
Application Number 18390740
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-12-20
First Publication Date 2024-06-20
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Riley, Xavier
  • Alovert, Igor

Abstract

A system may include an energy source configured to be directed at a first location in a fluid and configured to generate a wave in the fluid. A system may include a laser system configured to generate a laser pulse directed at a second location in the fluid and configured to illuminate at least a portion of the wave in the fluid. A system may include a sensor configured to detect the illuminated wave and generate an electric signal based at least in part on the illuminated wave. A system may include a processing system configured to: receive the electric signal from the sensor; and calculate a relative viscosity of the fluid based at least in part on the electric signal received from the sensor.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 11/00 - Investigating flow properties of materials, e.g. viscosity or plasticity; Analysing materials by determining flow properties

31.

ROOFING MATERIAL WITH PATTERNED ADHESIVE

      
Application Number 18437730
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-02-09
First Publication Date 2024-06-20
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Svec, James A.
  • Yang, Li-Ying
  • Boss, Daniel E.

Abstract

Some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a roofing system. In some embodiments, the roofing system includes a first roofing material, wherein the first roofing material comprises a top surface and a bottom surface. In some embodiments, the top surface of the first roofing material comprises a nail zone with a plurality of fines. In some embodiments, the roofing system includes a second roofing material, wherein the second roofing material comprises a top surface and a bottom surface. In some embodiments, the bottom surface of the second roofing material comprises a plurality of fines. In some embodiments, the roofing system comprises and a patterned adhesive, which directly contacts at least a portion of the plurality of fines in the nail zone and at least a portion of the plurality of fines on the bottom surface of the second roofing material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/34 - Fastenings for attaching roof-covering elements to the supporting elements
  • E04D 1/00 - Roof covering by making use of tiles, slates, shingles, or other small roofing elements
  • E04D 1/20 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of plastics, fibrous materials, or wood

32.

Roofing Shingle System and Shingles for Use Therein

      
Application Number 18587074
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-02-26
First Publication Date 2024-06-20
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Boss, Daniel E.
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang
  • Svec, James
  • Searcy, Chris
  • Thurston, Nicholas

Abstract

Roofing shingles are disclosed that are capable of self-adhering to a roof deck or underlayment and/or other roofing shingles and that require few or no mechanical fasteners to remain attached to the roof. By appropriate positioning of sealant lines on the shingle, direct adhesion between the shingle and the roof deck or underlayment and/or other roofing shingles can be achieved. If the shingle is laminated, the layers may be mechanically attached with indentations in the common bond area. The nail zone of the shingle may be visually indicated with fines and/or one or more paint lines. A roofing system comprising a plurality of courses of the shingles is also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/36 - Devices for sealing the spaces or joints between roof-covering elements
  • E04D 1/00 - Roof covering by making use of tiles, slates, shingles, or other small roofing elements
  • E04D 1/20 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of plastics, fibrous materials, or wood

33.

F-Shape Rake Edge Metal for Asphalt Shingle Roof Systems

      
Application Number 18240446
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-08-31
First Publication Date 2024-06-06
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Kirby, James R

Abstract

A roof system includes a roof deck including a rake edge, an underlayment, a plurality of asphalt shingles, and a one-piece metal apparatus. The one-piece metal apparatus includes a stem, an upper arm, and a lower arm that form an F-shape. The upper arm and lower arm of the one-piece metal apparatus are above the underlayment, and the stem is situated outside and adjacent to the rake edge of the roof deck. The stem, the upper arm, and the lower arm form a three-sided space to accept a thickness of the overlapping rows of the plurality of asphalt shingles. The end of the overlapping rows of the plurality of asphalt shingles are situated within the space formed by the stem, the upper arm, and the lower arm of the one-piece metal apparatus.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 13/04 - Roof drainage; Drainage fittings in flat roofs
  • E04D 1/20 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of plastics, fibrous materials, or wood

34.

HIP VENT

      
Application Number 18426926
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-01-30
First Publication Date 2024-05-23
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Manasterski, Tim
  • Zarate, Walter R.
  • Railkar, Sudhir S.
  • Avitabile, Jeffrey
  • Campbell, Peter

Abstract

A vent is disclosed for use in ventilating attic spaces beneath a hip roof. The vent is configured to be installed along a hip of the roof overlying and covering a ventilation slot. The vent includes an elongated laterally flexible top panel from which baffle arrays depend. The baffle arrays include a plurality of curved vanes that arc away from the slot. The vanes are configured to redirect wind-blown rain and snow away from the slot and block the migration of rain and snow through the vent. Filler strips can be attached beneath the edge portions of the vent. The filler strips conform to underlying shingles when the vent is installed to fill gaps that might be formed between the vent and the shingles. A weather filter can be positioned over some of the baffle arrays to allow attic air to pass but prevent ingress of blown snowflakes and raindrops.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 13/17 - Ventilation of roof coverings not otherwise provided for
  • F24F 13/08 - Air-flow control members, e.g. louvres, grilles, flaps or guide plates

35.

Shingle

      
Application Number 29857193
Grant Number D1026256
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-10-20
First Publication Date 2024-05-07
Grant Date 2024-05-07
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Anderson, Eric
  • Leitch, Olan Thomas
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang

36.

Shingle

      
Application Number 29857194
Grant Number D1026257
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-10-20
First Publication Date 2024-05-07
Grant Date 2024-05-07
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Anderson, Eric
  • Leitch, Olan Thomas
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang

37.

Shingle

      
Application Number 29857198
Grant Number D1026259
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-10-20
First Publication Date 2024-05-07
Grant Date 2024-05-07
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Anderson, Eric
  • Leitch, Olan Thomas
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang

38.

Shingle

      
Application Number 29857199
Grant Number D1026260
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-10-20
First Publication Date 2024-05-07
Grant Date 2024-05-07
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Anderson, Eric
  • Leitch, Olan Thomas
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang

39.

Shingle

      
Application Number 29857196
Grant Number D1026258
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-10-20
First Publication Date 2024-05-07
Grant Date 2024-05-07
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Anderson, Eric
  • Leitch, Olan Thomas
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang

40.

Shingle

      
Application Number 29857189
Grant Number D1025406
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-10-20
First Publication Date 2024-04-30
Grant Date 2024-04-30
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Anderson, Eric
  • Leitch, Olan Thomas
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang

41.

HARDENING ASPHALT FOR ROOFING APPLICATIONS

      
Application Number 18402131
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-01-02
First Publication Date 2024-04-25
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Tibah, Denis
  • Mercado, Ramil Marcelo L.
  • Carr, Kevin

Abstract

Some embodiments relate to a method comprising one or more of the following steps: obtaining asphalt, obtaining at least one hardening agent, mixing the at least one hardening agent with the asphalt, so as to form a hardened asphalt, obtaining at least one polymer, mixing the at least one polymer with the hardened asphalt, so as to form a polymer modified asphalt, obtaining at least one filler, mixing the at least one filler with at least one of the hardened asphalt, the polymer modified asphalt, or any combination thereof, so as to form a filled coating, obtaining a roofing substrate, and applying the filled coating to the roofing substrate, so as to form a roofing shingle.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C08L 95/00 - Compositions of bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch

42.

Shingle

      
Application Number 29849536
Grant Number D1023348
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-08-11
First Publication Date 2024-04-16
Grant Date 2024-04-16
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Svec, Jim
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang
  • Boss, Dan

43.

SYNTHETIC FABRIC HAVING SLIP RESISTANT PROPERTIES AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME

      
Application Number 18463860
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-08
First Publication Date 2024-04-11
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Sandhar, Gurpreet Singh

Abstract

A synthetic nonwoven fabric having bonded fibers forming channels surrounding unbonded fibers forming raised slip resistant spots. The fabric is made by extruding hot polymer through a spinneret die onto a moving belt to form a sheet of random fibers, which sheet undergoes a calendering process between a pair of heated rollers, one of which rollers having a plurality of cavities defined in its surface. The resulting fabric can be laminated and otherwise combined with other layers as desired to provide an end product having good slip resistant properties.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 12/00 - Non-structural supports for roofing materials, e.g. battens, boards
  • B29C 59/02 - Surface shaping, e.g. embossing; Apparatus therefor by mechanical means, e.g. pressing
  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • B32B 11/10 - Layered products essentially comprising bituminous or tarry substances next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
  • B32B 27/12 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
  • B32B 27/32 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyolefins
  • B32B 27/34 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyamides
  • B32B 27/36 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyesters
  • B32B 37/15 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with at least one layer being manufactured and immediately laminated before reaching its stable state, e.g. in which a layer is extruded and laminated while in semi-molten state
  • B32B 38/00 - Ancillary operations in connection with laminating processes
  • D01D 5/00 - Formation of filaments, threads, or the like

44.

ROOFING SYSTEM WITH RADAR DEVICE, AND ASSOCIATED METHOD

      
Application Number 18484206
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-10
First Publication Date 2024-04-11
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Alovert, Igor

Abstract

A roofing system including: a steep slope roof deck; and a radar device installed on the steep slope roof deck, where the radar device includes: a radio wave transceiver, where the radio wave transceiver generates a generated radio wave, and where the radio wave transceiver receives a reflected radio wave from an object detected by the generate radio wave; a dielectric antenna in electrical communication with the radio wave transceiver, where the dielectric antenna emits the generated radio wave, where the dielectric antenna receives the reflected radio wave, and where the dielectric antenna transmits the reflected radio wave to the radio wave transceiver; a computing device in electrical communication with the radio wave transceiver, where the computing device includes: a processor, and a non-transitory storage storing software, where the software operates the computing device, and where the processor determines, based on the reflected radio wave, at least one of a distance separating the radar device and the object, a direction in which the object is moving, a velocity of the object, and an identify of the object.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01S 7/03 - RADIO DIRECTION-FINDING; RADIO NAVIGATION; DETERMINING DISTANCE OR VELOCITY BY USE OF RADIO WAVES; LOCATING OR PRESENCE-DETECTING BY USE OF THE REFLECTION OR RERADIATION OF RADIO WAVES; ANALOGOUS ARRANGEMENTS USING OTHER WAVES - Details of systems according to groups , , of systems according to group - Details of HF subsystems specially adapted therefor, e.g. common to transmitter and receiver
  • E04D 1/30 - Special roof-covering elements, e.g. ridge tiles, gutter tiles, gable tiles, ventilation tiles
  • E04D 12/00 - Non-structural supports for roofing materials, e.g. battens, boards
  • H02S 20/25 - Roof tile elements

45.

ROOF INTEGRATED SOLAR POWER SYSTEM WITH TOP MOUNTED ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS AND CABLES

      
Application Number 18491188
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-20
First Publication Date 2024-04-11
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Rodrigues, Tommy F.
  • Railkar, Sudhir
  • Boss, Daniel E.
  • Gennrich, David J.
  • Boudreau, Cory
  • Nett, Daniel Roger
  • Kallsen, Kent J.

Abstract

A roof integrated solar power system includes a plurality of solar modules. Each solar module carries a photovoltaic or solar panel with solar cells. Edge regions of the solar module are disposed to the sides of the solar panel and are devoid of solar cells. An electrical component such as a junction box or micro-inverter, or DC optimizer is mounted on top of the solar module within at least one of the edge regions. Cabling for interconnecting the electrical component to electrical components of others of the plurality of solar modules also is located within the side regions. In one embodiment, the electrical component and cabling is disposed within a recess within a side region and covered by a flat access panel. In another embodiment, the electrical component and cabling is located atop the side region and is covered by an access panel in the form of a protective cover strip. The solar modules are installable on a roof in aligned or staggered courses to form the solar power system, and with the installed courses of modules together forming a water barrier protecting the roof.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02S 20/23 - Supporting structures directly fixed to an immovable object specially adapted for buildings specially adapted for roof structures
  • F24S 25/40 - Arrangement of stationary mountings or supports for solar heat collector modules using plate-like mounting elements, e.g. profiled or corrugated plates; Plate-like module frames
  • H01L 31/02 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES NOT COVERED BY CLASS - Details thereof - Details
  • H01L 31/042 - PV modules or arrays of single PV cells
  • H02S 30/00 - Structural details of PV modules other than those related to light conversion
  • H02S 40/32 - Electrical components comprising DC/AC inverter means associated with the PV module itself, e.g. AC modules
  • H02S 40/34 - Electrical components comprising specially adapted electrical connection means to be structurally associated with the PV module, e.g. junction boxes
  • H02S 40/36 - Electrical components characterised by special electrical interconnection means between two or more PV modules, e.g. electrical module-to-module connection

46.

Roofing material

      
Application Number 29850106
Grant Number D1022260
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-08-17
First Publication Date 2024-04-09
Grant Date 2024-04-09
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Alfonso, Ashley
  • Leitch, Olan
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang
  • Engibous, Christopher
  • Hilbun, Jaime
  • Wells, John
  • Popp, Davis

47.

Bundle Of Roofing Shingles, And Associated Kit, System, And Method

      
Application Number 18479886
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-03
First Publication Date 2024-04-04
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Ellis, David
  • Anderson, Eric R.
  • Ortiz Alemany, Lyan
  • Soto, Nicholas
  • Simon, Brian

Abstract

A bundle of roofing shingles, including at least four rows of roofing shingles, where the at least four rows of roofing shingles includes a first roofing shingle row, a second roofing shingle row, a third roofing shingle row, and a fourth roofing shingle row, where the first roofing shingle row includes a first roofing shingle having a first length; and where the second roofing shingle row includes: a second roofing shingle having a second length, and a third roofing shingle having a third length, where the second roofing shingle is adjacent the third roofing shingle, where the second length is greater than the third length, and where the second row is located above the first row.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/30 - Special roof-covering elements, e.g. ridge tiles, gutter tiles, gable tiles, ventilation tiles

48.

METHODS FOR DESIGNING, MANUFACTURING, INSTALLING, AND/OR MAINTENANCE OF ROOFING ACCESSORIES AND SYSTEMS OF USE THEREOF

      
Application Number 18538742
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-12-13
First Publication Date 2024-04-04
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Campau, Zachary Richard
  • Robinson, Rich

Abstract

Systems and methods of the present disclosure enable automated roof planning using a processor. The processor receives a digital image of a roof of a structure and models each roof plane of the roof to generate a roof model. The processor determines dimensions of each roof plane based on the roof model. The processor retrieves roofing accessory data from a database, the roofing accessory data solar roofing accessory part identifiers and solar roofing accessory part performance characteristics for solar roofing accessories. The processor simulates multiple candidate roof layouts based on the dimensions of each roof plan and the solar roofing accessory parts and determines a utilization prediction for each candidate layout. Based on each utilization prediction, the processor determines a particular roof layout having selected solar roofing accessory parts, and generates a solar roof design, including a list of materials, for the particular roof layout.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 30/13 - Architectural design, e.g. computer-aided architectural design [CAAD] related to design of buildings, bridges, landscapes, production plants or roads
  • E04D 1/20 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of plastics, fibrous materials, or wood
  • F24S 20/67 - Solar heat collectors integrated in fixed constructions, e.g. in buildings in the form of roof constructions
  • G01S 17/89 - Lidar systems, specially adapted for specific applications for mapping or imaging
  • G06F 30/17 - Mechanical parametric or variational design
  • G06F 30/20 - Design optimisation, verification or simulation
  • G06Q 10/0875 - Itemisation or classification of parts, supplies or services, e.g. bill of materials
  • G06Q 30/0283 - Price estimation or determination
  • G06Q 50/08 - Construction

49.

ROOFING MATERIALS WITH ASPHALT SHINGLE WASTE

      
Application Number 18474991
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-26
First Publication Date 2024-03-28
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Hamer, Ann
  • Qin, Qian
  • Shaha, Cynthia
  • Carr, Kevin
  • Mercado, Ramil
  • Krajca, Jarod
  • Meza, Aziel

Abstract

A method comprises obtaining a virgin asphalt and obtaining an asphalt shingle waste. The asphalt shingle waste comprises 5 wt. % to 40 wt. % of asphalt based on the total weight of the asphalt shingle waste. The asphalt shingle waste comprises 60 wt. % to 95 wt. % of limestone, granules, and/or impurities based on the total weight of the asphalt shingle waste. The method comprises obtaining a phase modifier. The method comprises mixing the virgin asphalt, the asphalt shingle waste, and the phase modifier to form an asphalt mixture. The phase modifier is present in an amount of 0.25 wt. % to 25 wt. % based on the total weight of the asphalt mixture. The asphalt mixture is configured to be applied to a roof substrate to obtain a roofing shingle.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 195/00 - Coating compositions based on bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
  • C08L 95/00 - Compositions of bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
  • C09D 7/61 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic
  • C09D 7/65 - Additives macromolecular

50.

SELF-HEALING IMPACT RESISTANT ROOFING MATERIALS AND METHODS OF MAKING THEREOF

      
Application Number 18371644
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-22
First Publication Date 2024-03-28
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Michael, Matthew

Abstract

This invention, in embodiments, relates to a roofing material comprising (a) a substrate having a top surface and a back surface, (b) a plurality of self-healing particles embedded into the substrate, and (c) a coating applied onto the substrate having the plurality of self-healing particles embedded therein, to provide a coated substrate. The plurality of self-healing particles can be embedded into the top surface and/or the back surface of the substrate. The roofing material can further include a plurality of roofing granules applied to a top surface of the coating of the coated substrate. This invention, in embodiments, further relates to a method of preparing such a roofing material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 5/12 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form specially modified, e.g. perforated, with granulated surface, with attached pads
  • D06N 3/00 - Artificial leather, oilcloth, or like material obtained by covering fibrous webs with macromolecular material, e.g. resins, rubber or derivatives thereof
  • D06N 5/00 - Roofing felt, i.e. fibrous webs coated with bitumen
  • E04D 1/28 - Roofing elements comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation

51.

Roofing systems utilizing embedded decorative layer

      
Application Number 18524228
Grant Number 12071764
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-11-30
First Publication Date 2024-03-28
Grant Date 2024-08-27
Owner BMIC, LLC (USA)
Inventor Tibah, Denis M.

Abstract

A roof system for forming a roof includes a first layer positioned over a substrate, the first layer including a translucent material adapted to be exposed to weather, and a second layer positioned between the first layer and the substrate. The second layer is a decorative layer with decorative features such as, for example, an image, design, color, pattern, picture, fabric, or combinations thereof. The decorative features of the second layer are visible through the first layer.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/30 - Special roof-covering elements, e.g. ridge tiles, gutter tiles, gable tiles, ventilation tiles
  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • B32B 27/12 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
  • B32B 27/30 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising acrylic resin
  • B32B 27/32 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyolefins
  • B32B 27/36 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyesters
  • B32B 27/40 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyurethanes
  • E04D 1/22 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of specified materials, or of combinations of materials, not covered by any one of groups
  • E04D 1/28 - Roofing elements comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation
  • E04D 5/10 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form by making use of compounded or laminated materials, e.g. metal foils or plastic films coated with bitumen
  • F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for

52.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR APPLYING DOTS OF DIFFERENT ADHESIVES TO MOVING ROOFING SHINGLE STOCK

      
Application Number 18523034
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-29
First Publication Date 2024-03-21
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Svec, James A.
  • Leitch, Olan T.

Abstract

Systems and methods of applying self-seal strips of multiple different adhesives are disclosed. In one embodiment, two spaced apart spoked applicator wheel assemblies are positioned beneath a web of moving shingle stock such that each of the applicator wheels applies dots of different adhesives in an alternating pattern. In other embodiments, a layer of a second adhesive is deposited onto previously applied dots of a first adhesive to form layered adhesive dots with dual properties of both adhesives.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B05C 1/02 - Apparatus in which liquid or other fluent material is applied to the surface of the work by contact with a member carrying the liquid or other fluent material, e.g. a porous member loaded with a liquid to be applied as a coating for applying liquid or other fluent material to separate articles
  • B05C 1/00 - Apparatus in which liquid or other fluent material is applied to the surface of the work by contact with a member carrying the liquid or other fluent material, e.g. a porous member loaded with a liquid to be applied as a coating
  • B05C 1/08 - Apparatus in which liquid or other fluent material is applied to the surface of the work by contact with a member carrying the liquid or other fluent material, e.g. a porous member loaded with a liquid to be applied as a coating for applying liquid or other fluent material to work of indefinite length using a roller
  • B05C 1/16 - Apparatus in which liquid or other fluent material is applied to the surface of the work by contact with a member carrying the liquid or other fluent material, e.g. a porous member loaded with a liquid to be applied as a coating for applying liquid or other fluent material to work of indefinite length only at particular parts of the work
  • B05C 9/06 - Apparatus or plant for applying liquid or other fluent material to surfaces by means not covered by groups , or in which the means of applying the liquid or other fluent material is not important for applying two different liquids or other fluent materials, or the same liquid or other fluent material twice, to the same side of the work
  • B05C 13/02 - Means for manipulating or holding work, e.g. for separate articles for particular articles
  • B05D 1/28 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by transfer from the surfaces of elements carrying the liquid or other fluent material, e.g. brushes, pads, rollers
  • B05D 1/34 - Applying different liquids or other fluent materials simultaneously
  • B05D 5/10 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials to surfaces to obtain special surface effects, finishes or structures to obtain an adhesive surface
  • C09J 7/38 - Pressure-sensitive adhesives [PSA]
  • E04D 1/34 - Fastenings for attaching roof-covering elements to the supporting elements

53.

Roofing Materials and Methods of Making Roofing Materials Without External Heat

      
Application Number 18243184
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-07
First Publication Date 2024-03-14
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Tibah, Denis Muki
  • Mercado, Ramil Marcelo L.
  • Krajca, Jarod L.
  • Stipe, Carl
  • Sparks, Steven E.

Abstract

This invention, in embodiments, relates to a method of preparing a roofing material that includes obtaining a substrate and obtaining a non-foam, coating composition comprising a polymeric resin and a carrier. The coating composition is (i) substantially free of water and (ii) in the form of a liquid at at least 23° F. The method further includes applying the coating composition to a surface of the substrate to prepare a coated substrate, and exposing the coated substrate to a reaction generator to polymerize the coating composition and thereby solidify the coating composition on the coated substrate to form the roofing material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B05D 7/04 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials to macromolecular substances, e.g. rubber to surfaces of films or sheets
  • B05D 3/00 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be applied; After-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials
  • E04D 5/10 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form by making use of compounded or laminated materials, e.g. metal foils or plastic films coated with bitumen
  • E04D 5/12 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form specially modified, e.g. perforated, with granulated surface, with attached pads

54.

WATER-RESISTANT ACRYLIC COATINGS

      
Application Number 18506891
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-10
First Publication Date 2024-03-14
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Cheung, Wilson
  • Pearl, Benjamin
  • Kim, Kihyun
  • Chich, Adem
  • Boss, Daniel E.
  • Hagen, Michael

Abstract

Water-resistant waterborne acrylic coating materials, systems and methods providing enhanced water resistance and durability are provided. Such coatings extend the service life of roofing systems that are exposed to ponding water and other extreme weather conditions. Coatings described herein exhibit superior water resistance attributes including one or more of water infiltration resistance, wet tensile strength and wet adhesion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09D 133/08 - Homopolymers or copolymers of acrylic acid esters

55.

Methods for Rehabilitating and/or Remediating Roofing Materials

      
Application Number 18243190
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-07
First Publication Date 2024-03-14
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Tibah, Denis Muki
  • Mercado, Ramil Marcelo L.
  • Krajca, Jarod L.
  • Stipe, Carl
  • Sparks, Steven E.

Abstract

This invention, in embodiments, relates to a method of rehabilitating or remediating a roofing material that includes obtaining a roofing material and obtaining a coating composition comprising a polymeric resin and a carrier. The coating composition is (i) substantially free of water and (ii) in the form of a liquid at at least 23° F. The method further includes applying the coating composition to the roofing material to prepare a coated roofing material, and exposing the coated roofing material to a reaction generator to polymerize the coating composition and thereby solidify the coating composition on the coated roofing material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 7/00 - Roof covering by sealing masses applied in situ; Gravelling of flat roofs
  • E04G 23/02 - Repairing, e.g. filling cracks; Restoring; Altering; Enlarging

56.

ROOFING SYSTEMS AND RELATED METHODS

      
Application Number 18506481
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-10
First Publication Date 2024-03-14
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Yang, Li-Ying

Abstract

Some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a roofing system. In some embodiments, the roofing system includes a roofing membrane, which may include a cap, a scrim, and a core. In some embodiments, the roofing system may also include an adhesive film, which may include a first adhesive layer adhered to the roofing membrane, a second adhesive layer configured to adhere the roofing membrane to a roofing substrate, and a barrier layer positioned between the first and second adhesive layers. Methods of manufacturing roofing systems are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 5/10 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form by making use of compounded or laminated materials, e.g. metal foils or plastic films coated with bitumen
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
  • B32B 27/08 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin of a different kind
  • E04D 5/06 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form by making use of plastics

57.

ROOFING SHINGLES WITH REGISTERED SELF-SEAL STRIP PATTERNS

      
Application Number 18384614
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-27
First Publication Date 2024-02-15
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Leitch, Olan T.

Abstract

Shingles have self-seal strips with features that include sealant dashes or dots separated by drainage gaps. The self-seal strips are registered with each shingle so that the features are positioned at the same locations on each shingle. A method of making such shingles includes synchronizing the rotation of sealant applicator wheels with the shingle chop cutter so that cuts are made at repeated designated locations along the applied self-seal strips.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/26 - Strip-shaped roofing elements appearing as a row of shingles
  • E04D 1/00 - Roof covering by making use of tiles, slates, shingles, or other small roofing elements
  • E04D 1/34 - Fastenings for attaching roof-covering elements to the supporting elements

58.

POLYMER REINFORCED GLASS MAT WITH ENHANCED NAIL SHANK SHEAR RESISTANCE, SHINGLES INCLUDING THE SAME, AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURING THE SAME

      
Application Number 18480977
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-04
First Publication Date 2024-02-15
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang
  • Svec, Jim
  • Lee, Brian

Abstract

Some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to an article comprising a reinforced glass mat. In some embodiments, the reinforced glass mat includes a glass mat and a reinforcement material. In some embodiments, the glass mat includes a web of glass fibers. In some embodiments, the reinforcement material is embedded into the web of glass fibers of the glass mat. In some embodiments, the reinforced glass mat includes a sufficient amount of the reinforcement material, so as to result in a nail shank shear resistance of 13 lbs to 17 lbs, when the article is tested according to ASTM 1761 at 140° F. Methods of making the article, specific embodiments of the reinforcement material in the form of a polymeric binder, and methods of forming a roofing shingle from the article are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C08J 5/24 - Impregnating materials with prepolymers which can be polymerised in situ, e.g. manufacture of prepregs
  • C08J 7/04 - Coating
  • C08J 5/04 - Reinforcing macromolecular compounds with loose or coherent fibrous material
  • C08J 5/08 - Reinforcing macromolecular compounds with loose or coherent fibrous material using pretreated fibrous materials glass fibres
  • C09D 195/00 - Coating compositions based on bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
  • E04D 1/20 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of plastics, fibrous materials, or wood

59.

Underlayments for fire resistance and nail sealability and related systems and methods

      
Application Number 18488372
Grant Number 12123189
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-10-17
First Publication Date 2024-02-08
Grant Date 2024-10-22
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Chich, Adem
  • Cheung, Wilson
  • Kim, Kihyun

Abstract

Some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a method comprising: obtaining a base formulation, obtaining an activator formulation, mixing the base formulation with the activator formulation, so as to result in a liquid applied roofing formulation, applying the liquid applied roofing formulation to at least one steep slope roof substrate, and solidifying the formulation, so as to form at least one coating layer on the at least one steep slope roof substrate. Some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a liquid applied roofing formulation comprising a first part and a second part. In some embodiments, the first part comprises the base formulation and the second part comprises the activator formulation.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04B 1/94 - Protection against other undesired influences or dangers against fire
  • B05D 1/02 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by spraying
  • C08K 3/22 - Oxides; Hydroxides of metals
  • C08K 3/30 - Sulfur-, selenium-, or tellurium-containing compounds
  • C08K 3/32 - Phosphorus-containing compounds
  • C09D 5/18 - Fireproof paints
  • C09D 133/08 - Homopolymers or copolymers of acrylic acid esters
  • E04B 1/66 - Sealings
  • E04D 5/06 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form by making use of plastics

60.

ROOFING MEMBRANE WITH SELVAGE EDGES AND ASSOCIATED METHOD AND ARTICLE

      
Application Number 18364531
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-08-03
First Publication Date 2024-02-08
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Chin, Norman

Abstract

A roofing system comprises a roof deck and first and second membranes, each comprising a sheet having a top surface and a bottom surface opposite the top surface, the bottom surface having a first edge portion, a second edge portion opposite the first edge portion, a third edge portion extending between the first and second edge portions, a fourth edge portion opposite the third edge portion and extending between the first and second edge portions, and a middle portion disposed apart from the first, second, third, and fourth edge portions. The roofing system further includes an adhesive disposed on the middle portion of the bottom surfaces, and at least three edge portions of the bottom surfaces are free of adhesive. The adhesives adhere the first and second membranes to the roof deck, and at least one edge portion free of adhesive overlaps another edge portion, with the overlapping edge portions being welded to one another.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 5/10 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form by making use of compounded or laminated materials, e.g. metal foils or plastic films coated with bitumen
  • E04D 5/14 - Fastening means therefor

61.

ROOFING PANELS WITH WATER SHEDDING FEATURES

      
Application Number 18380256
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-16
First Publication Date 2024-02-01
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Boss, Daniel E.
  • Nguyen, Trieu
  • Pollack, Kevin A.
  • Gennrich, David
  • Anderson, Eric R.
  • Poster, Matthew J.

Abstract

Roofing panels with water shedding features may be installed on the roof of a house or other structure in lieu of or as an underlayment for traditional roofing materials. The water shedding features can be built into a base of the roofing panels, as part of a frame for the roofing panels, or formed as part of a waterproofing layer applied to the base of the roofing panels, or which can be configured as a roofing panel. The roofing panels also can be installed in overlapping courses along a roof with water shedding features applied thereto or incorporated along one or more peripheral edges. The water shedding features of adjacent roofing panels will collect and divert water away from the upper surfaces and/or away from headlap and/or sidelap joints defined between the roofing panels.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 3/34 - Roof covering by making use of flat or curved slabs or stiff sheets with special cross-section, e.g. with corrugations on both sides, with ribs, flanges, or the like of specified materials, or of combinations of materials, not covered by any one of groups
  • E04B 7/18 - Special structures in or on roofs, e.g. dormer windows
  • E04D 3/40 - Slabs or sheets locally modified for auxiliary purposes, e.g. for resting on walls, for serving as guttering; Elements for particular purposes, e.g. ridge elements, specially designed for use in conjunction with slabs or sheets
  • E04D 13/04 - Roof drainage; Drainage fittings in flat roofs

62.

SOLAR ROOF PANEL SYSTEM WITH EDGE AND SURFACE TREATMENTS

      
Application Number 18486895
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-13
First Publication Date 2024-02-01
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Rodrigues, Tommy F.
  • Railkar, Sudhir S.
  • Boss, Daniel E.
  • Gennrich, David J.
  • Boudreau, Cory R.
  • Nett, Daniel R.
  • Kallsen, Kent J.

Abstract

A roof-mounted solar power system for generating electrical power that includes a plurality of solar modules adapted for generating electrical power from sunlight, and with each of the plurality of solar modules having substantially the same size, aspect ratio and surface coloring. The plurality of solar modules are mounted on the deck of a roof to form a bank of solar modules having at least one irregular edge. The solar power system further includes one or more non-power generating edge treatments having substantially the same size, aspect ratio and surface coloring as the solar modules and that are adapted for installation along the irregular edge. Each edge treatment is adapted for a cutting away of at least one corner thereof to smooth the irregular edge of the bank of solar modules to a regular edge.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02S 20/23 - Supporting structures directly fixed to an immovable object specially adapted for buildings specially adapted for roof structures
  • H02S 30/10 - Frame structures
  • H01L 31/0236 - Special surface textures
  • H02S 20/25 - Roof tile elements

63.

SYSTEMS AND APPARATUSES FOR A MODULAR ELECTRONICS ROOFING ATTACHMENT AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF

      
Application Number 18484857
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-11
First Publication Date 2024-02-01
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Riley, Xavier

Abstract

Systems and methods of the present disclosure enable modulate electronic communication between devices interior to and external to a structure via a ridge vent. A ridge vent covers a ridge slot in a roof of the structure to provide ventilation. A housing having a length, a width and a height that are sized to fit through a ridge slot of the roof includes a top a top portion proximal to the ridge vent, a bottom portion proximal to the interior of the structure and opposite to the top portion, and at least one wall extending between the top portion and the bottom portion. A securing mechanism is connected to the top portion of the housing to secure the housing within the ridge slot. An electronics bus is positioned within the housing and has an interface that enables operation of modular electronic devices that are removably positioned within the housing.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02G 3/38 - Installations of cables or lines in walls, floors or ceilings the cables or lines being installed in preestablished conduits or ducts
  • H02G 1/06 - Methods or apparatus specially adapted for installing, maintaining, repairing, or dismantling electric cables or lines for laying cables, e.g. laying apparatus on vehicle
  • H02G 5/04 - Partially-enclosed installations, e.g. in ducts and adapted for sliding or rolling current collection

64.

Roofing membranes and related methods

      
Application Number 18479607
Grant Number 12084603
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-10-02
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Grant Date 2024-09-10
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Lem, Paul C.
  • Yang, Li-Ying

Abstract

Some embodiments relate to a roofing membrane. The roofing membrane comprises a scrim. The scrim has a top surface and a bottom surface. The roofing membrane comprises a cap layer on the top surface of the scrim. The cap layer comprises a first non-styrenic polypropylene polymer, a first polypropylene impact copolymer, and a first olefin block copolymer. The roofing membrane comprises a core layer on the bottom surface of the scrim. The core layer comprises a second non-styrenic polypropylene polymer, a second polypropylene impact copolymer, and a second olefin block copolymer. The roofing membrane is configured to prevent migration of at least one oil from a layer to the roofing membrane. Some embodiments relate to a roofing structure comprising the roofing membrane, a method for installing the roofing membrane, and the like.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 27/12 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • B32B 27/18 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives
  • B32B 27/32 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyolefins
  • C09J 7/29 - Laminated material
  • E04D 5/10 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form by making use of compounded or laminated materials, e.g. metal foils or plastic films coated with bitumen
  • E04D 5/14 - Fastening means therefor

65.

ROOFING SHINGLE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING THEREOF

      
Application Number 18361327
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-28
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Svec, James A.

Abstract

An article includes a first layer including a front surface and a back surface and a second layer including a front surface and a back surface. A portion of the second layer overlaps the first layer. A portion of the second layer is fastened to the first layer. The back surface of the first layer contacts the front surface of the second layer. A plurality of indentations along a major dimension of the roofing shingle. The plurality of indentations are configured to partially press the second layer into the first layer such that the second layer is partially indented into the first layer. The plurality of indentations are at least one of barrel-shaped, flattened teardrop shaped, rounded taper teardrop shaped, or combinations thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/28 - Roofing elements comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation
  • E04D 1/26 - Strip-shaped roofing elements appearing as a row of shingles
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
  • B32B 7/05 - Interconnection of layers the layers not being connected over the whole surface, e.g. discontinuous connection or patterned connection
  • B32B 3/30 - Layered products essentially comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar form; Layered products essentially having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids characterised by a layer formed with recesses or projections, e.g. grooved, ribbed

66.

IMPACT RESISTANT ROOFING SYSTEMS AND METHODS

      
Application Number 18375567
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-02
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Zheng, Yan
  • Chich, Adem
  • Xiao, Yixi
  • Anderson, Eric R.
  • Zarate, Walter

Abstract

A hail resistant roofing system and method includes a roofing substrate such as a shingle or tile or membrane having an array of exposed upwardly projecting features. The features may rise to sharp points and may have side surfaces that are angled relative to the plane of the roofing substrate. The features are spaced and arranged so that a large hail stone capable of damaging the roofing substrate will always impact one or more of the exposed features. This can break up the hail stone into smaller benign pieces or can redirect the energy and direction of the hail stone so that the impact is absorbed without damage to the roofing substrate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 11/02 - Built-up roofs, i.e. consisting of two or more layers bonded together in situ, at least one of the layers being of watertight composition
  • B32B 3/30 - Layered products essentially comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar form; Layered products essentially having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids characterised by a layer formed with recesses or projections, e.g. grooved, ribbed
  • B32B 27/32 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyolefins
  • B32B 27/08 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin of a different kind
  • E04D 12/00 - Non-structural supports for roofing materials, e.g. battens, boards
  • E04H 9/14 - Buildings, groups of buildings or shelters adapted to withstand or provide protection against abnormal external influences, e.g. war-like action, earthquake or extreme climate against other dangerous influences, e.g. tornadoes, floods
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties

67.

FIRE-RESISTANT MULTI-LAYER MEMBRANE

      
Application Number 18480325
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-03
First Publication Date 2024-01-25
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Sandhar, Gurpreet Singh
  • Khedri, Sahar

Abstract

A multi-layer membrane with fire-resistant properties having improved thermal stability and shelf-life is provided. The multi-layer membrane 10 has at least a water resistant polymeric layer 12 bonded to a fire resistant component 13. The fire resistant component 13 has a first fire retardant coating 16 bonded to a carrier layer 14. The fire resistant component may further include a second fire retardant coating 28 bonded to a surface of the carrier layer opposite to the first fire retardant coating. The first and second fire retardant coatings comprise a filler 24, 30 mixed with a carrier 26, 32. The membrane may include a back bonding layer 36 bonded to the bottommost layer thereof to adhesively secure to a structural support structure such as a roof. A release liner 42 may be releasably secured to the back bonding layer. Additional layers may be included to provide for further support and/or additional functional properties to the membrane

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 27/12 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
  • B32B 15/06 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of rubber
  • B32B 15/082 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin comprising acrylic resins
  • B32B 27/32 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyolefins

68.

Synthetic fabric having slip resistant properties and method of making same

      
Application Number 18477194
Grant Number 11927015
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-09-28
First Publication Date 2024-01-18
Grant Date 2024-03-12
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Sandhar, Gurpreet Singh

Abstract

A synthetic nonwoven fabric having bonded fibers forming channels surrounding unbonded fibers forming raised slip resistant spots. The fabric is made by extruding hot polymer through a spinneret die onto a moving belt to form a sheet of random fibers, which sheet undergoes a calendering process between a pair of heated rollers, one of which rollers having a plurality of cavities defined in its surface. The resulting fabric can be laminated and otherwise combined with other layers as desired to provide an end product having good slip resistant properties.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 12/00 - Non-structural supports for roofing materials, e.g. battens, boards
  • B29C 59/02 - Surface shaping, e.g. embossing; Apparatus therefor by mechanical means, e.g. pressing
  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • B32B 11/10 - Layered products essentially comprising bituminous or tarry substances next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
  • B32B 27/12 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
  • B32B 27/32 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyolefins
  • B32B 27/34 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyamides
  • B32B 27/36 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyesters
  • B32B 37/15 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with at least one layer being manufactured and immediately laminated before reaching its stable state, e.g. in which a layer is extruded and laminated while in semi-molten state
  • B32B 37/20 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with all layers existing as coherent layers before laminating involving the assembly of continuous webs only
  • B32B 38/00 - Ancillary operations in connection with laminating processes
  • D01D 5/00 - Formation of filaments, threads, or the like

69.

RUBBER-CONTAINING ASPHALT COMPOSITIONS AND RELATED METHODS

      
Application Number 18349629
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-10
First Publication Date 2024-01-11
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Hamer, Ann
  • Sparks, Steven

Abstract

Some embodiments relate to a method for producing a rubber-containing asphalt composition. The method for producing the rubber-containing asphalt composition comprises obtaining a rubber component; obtaining an unoxidized asphalt; mixing the rubber component and the unoxidized asphalt to obtain an unoxidized asphalt composition; oxidizing the unoxidized asphalt composition to obtain an oxidized asphalt composition; and forming a roofing shingle from the oxidized asphalt composition.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C04B 26/26 - Bituminous materials, e.g. tar, pitch
  • C04B 38/00 - Porous mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramic ware; Preparation thereof
  • C04B 14/28 - Carbonates of calcium
  • E04D 1/20 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of plastics, fibrous materials, or wood

70.

SOLAR PANEL ROOF SYSTEM WITH RAISED ACCESS PANELS

      
Application Number 18371477
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-22
First Publication Date 2024-01-11
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Rodrigues, Tommy F.
  • Railkar, Sudhir
  • Boss, Daniel E.
  • Gennrich, David
  • Boudreau, Cory
  • Nett, Daniel R.
  • Kallsen, Kent J.

Abstract

A solar module for a roof covering system that generates electrical power from sunlight includes a frame having a bottom surface supported on a deck of a roof, a top surface, and a thickness between the bottom surface and the top surface. The solar module also includes a solar element mounted to the top surface of the frame which has an upper surface. a micro-inverter mounted to the top surface of the frame and to the side of the solar element, and a raised access panel that is removably coupled to the frame to surround the micro-inverter. The raised access panel has an access panel top surface that is elevated above the upper surface of the solar element. The top surface of the frame forms a water shedding surface below the micro-inverter for directing water away from the roof.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02S 20/23 - Supporting structures directly fixed to an immovable object specially adapted for buildings specially adapted for roof structures
  • H02S 40/32 - Electrical components comprising DC/AC inverter means associated with the PV module itself, e.g. AC modules

71.

Rubber-containing asphalt compositions and related methods

      
Application Number 18167422
Grant Number 11920037
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-10
First Publication Date 2024-01-11
Grant Date 2024-03-05
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Hamer, Ann
  • Sparks, Steven

Abstract

Some embodiments relate to a method for producing a rubber-containing asphalt composition. The method for producing the rubber-containing asphalt composition comprises obtaining a rubber component; obtaining an unoxidized asphalt; mixing the rubber component and the unoxidized asphalt to obtain an unoxidized asphalt composition; oxidizing the unoxidized asphalt composition to obtain an oxidized asphalt composition; and forming a roofing shingle from the oxidized asphalt composition.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C08L 95/00 - Compositions of bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
  • C08L 17/00 - Compositions of reclaimed rubber
  • E04D 1/12 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface

72.

ADHERABLE AND WELDABLE ROOFING ACCESSORIES AND RELATED METHODS

      
Application Number 18346996
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-05
First Publication Date 2024-01-11
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Chin, Norman
  • Yang, Li-Ying

Abstract

Some embodiments relate to a roofing accessory. The roofing accessory comprises a protruding member extending from a base member. The base member surrounds at least a portion of an outer edge of a bottom end of the protruding member. The base member has a top surface, a bottom surface opposite the top surface, and an outer edge. The bottom surface of the base member has a weldable portion and an adherable portion between the weldable portion and the outer edge of the bottom end of the protruding member. The roofing accessory comprises an adhesive disposed on the adherable portion of the bottom surface of the base member. The adhesive is not disposed on the weldable portion of the bottom surface of the base member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 13/14 - Junctions of roof sheathings to chimneys or other parts extending above the roof

73.

Roofing material

      
Application Number 18473977
Grant Number 12060714
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-09-25
First Publication Date 2024-01-11
Grant Date 2024-08-13
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Kiik, Matti
  • Bryson, Michael L.
  • Wilson, Paul G.
  • Beerer, Margie A.
  • Leitch, Olan

Abstract

A roofing material is provided having an asphalt-coated mat or felt made up of or in combinations of fiberglass, polyester, nylon, cotton, cellulosic fibers or materials, polyethylene, polypropylene, co-polymers, melamine, phenolic, acrylics, polycarbonate, carbon fiber, clay, metallic in woven, non-woven, strands or sheets, styrene compounds, rubber, silk, leather, or wool in a woven, non-woven, or solid form. The surfacing materials can be made up of or in combination minerals, plastic particles or film, metal particles or film, cement particles, clay particles, paints, coatings, glass, ceramics, wood, wood fiber, or composite materials.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 3/10 - Layered products essentially comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar form; Layered products essentially having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. apertured or formed of separate pieces of material
  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • C09D 195/00 - Coating compositions based on bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
  • E04D 1/12 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface
  • E04D 1/28 - Roofing elements comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation
  • B32B 17/02 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like in the form of fibres or filaments
  • E04D 1/00 - Roof covering by making use of tiles, slates, shingles, or other small roofing elements
  • E04D 5/02 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form of materials impregnated with sealing substances, e.g. roofing felt

74.

Ember and flame resistant resettable automatic soffit vent

      
Application Number 18369446
Grant Number 12104384
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-09-18
First Publication Date 2024-01-04
Grant Date 2024-10-01
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Thompson, Brannon Scott
  • Boehling, Steven Vonderlehr

Abstract

An ember and flame resistant resettable automatic soffit vent includes a tray with ventilation openings formed in its floor. A mesh screen resides on the floor of the tray spanning the ventilation openings. A flat slide resides atop the screen and also has ventilation openings that match those of the tray. The slide has an open position wherein its ventilation openings align with those of the tray to allow airflow through the vent and a closed position wherein its ventilation openings are misaligned with the ventilation openings of the tray to close off airflow through the vent. The vent can be manually moved between its open and closed positions and one or more tension springs and a thermal link assembly cooperate to move the slide to its closed position if the vent is exposed to a high temperature cause by a fire very near a home. The vent also can be manually closed by a homeowner when a fire is threatening and then manually reopened when the fire threat passes without destroying the automatic closing feature of the vent.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 13/152 - Trimming strips; Edge strips; Fascias with ventilating means
  • E04B 1/94 - Protection against other undesired influences or dangers against fire
  • F24F 11/35 - Responding to malfunctions or emergencies to fire, excessive heat or smoke by closing air passages

75.

ROOFING MATERIALS WITH INCREASED WIND UPLIFT RESISTANCE AND METHODS OF MAKING THEREOF

      
Application Number 18455493
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-08-24
First Publication Date 2023-12-21
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang
  • Ferraro, Joey
  • Duque, Luis
  • Lee, Brian
  • Lock, Tim
  • Boss, Daniel E.

Abstract

This invention, in embodiments, relates to a roofing material having (a) a front surface, (b) a back surface, and (c) a sealant attachment zone disposed on at least the front surface of the roofing material, the sealant attachment zone including surfacing media that comprise at least one of mineral particles, polymeric particles, and combinations thereof. The sealant attachment zone has an average surface coverage of the surfacing media of 30% to 70%. The roofing material exhibits an increased wind uplift resistance, as measured according to ASTM D6381, as compared to a roofing material without a sealant attachment zone having an average surface coverage of surfacing media of 30% to 70%.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/26 - Strip-shaped roofing elements appearing as a row of shingles

76.

Method and system of applying a viscous fluid material to a roofing surface

      
Application Number 18456936
Grant Number 12024895
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-08-28
First Publication Date 2023-12-21
Grant Date 2024-07-02
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Yu, Lingtao
  • Chin, Norman M.
  • Xing, Linlin
  • Boss, Daniel E.

Abstract

This invention relates to a method and system of applying a fluid material to a roofing surface. By modifying a peristaltic pump-driven sprayer device, a fluid material having a viscosity of 10,000 to 40,000 centipoise at 25° C. can be effectively sprayed onto a roofing surface. Additionally, the use of a modified peristaltic pump-driven sprayer device allows for the fluid material to be applied onto the roofing surface at a faster rate than other spraying methods.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 7/00 - Roof covering by sealing masses applied in situ; Gravelling of flat roofs
  • B05B 12/08 - Arrangements for controlling delivery; Arrangements for controlling the spray area responsive to condition of liquid or other fluent material discharged, of ambient medium or of target
  • B05D 1/02 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by spraying
  • B05D 1/12 - Applying particulate materials

77.

MULTI-LAYERED CAP SHINGLE WITH ENHANCED WIND PERFORMANCE AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME

      
Application Number 18225338
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-24
First Publication Date 2023-11-16
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Duque, Luis
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang
  • Railkar, Sudhir

Abstract

A multi-layer cap shingle for installation along a ridge, hip, or rake of a roof includes a forward exposure area and a rear headlap area. The multi-layer cap shingle includes at least two layers of shingle material, a top layer and a bottom layer each having opposed edges. The layers are bonded together with patches of lamination adhesive adjacent their opposed edges. The bottom layer is configured with a deformation-absorbing mechanism such as a pair of slots extending from a forward edge rearwardly inboard of the lamination adhesive patches. When the multi-layer cap shingle is bent over a roof ridge, the slots of the bottom layer of shingle material narrow in width to account for the fact that the bottom layer must bend around an arc of slightly smaller radius than the top layer of shingle material. As a result, the opposed edges of the bottom and top layers of shingle material remain aligned and both edges of the top layer are laminated to the bottom layer to increase wind lift resistance of the installed multi-layer cap shingle.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/30 - Special roof-covering elements, e.g. ridge tiles, gutter tiles, gable tiles, ventilation tiles
  • E04D 1/20 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of plastics, fibrous materials, or wood
  • E04D 1/00 - Roof covering by making use of tiles, slates, shingles, or other small roofing elements
  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • B32B 7/14 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties applied in spaced arrangements, e.g. in stripes
  • E04D 1/34 - Fastenings for attaching roof-covering elements to the supporting elements

78.

Coatings for roofing materials and related methods

      
Application Number 18361176
Grant Number 12091858
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-07-28
First Publication Date 2023-11-16
Grant Date 2024-09-17
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Mercado, Ramil Marcelo L.
  • Krajca, Jarod L.
  • Stipe, Carl
  • Tibah, Denis M.
  • Carr, Kevin

Abstract

Roofing materials are provided. A roofing material comprises a substrate. The roofing material comprises a coating on the substrate. The coating comprises a polymer blend. The coating comprises at least one filler. The polymer blend comprises at least one of at least one hydrocarbon oil, at least one resin, at least one polymer, or any combination thereof. At least one of the at least one hydrocarbon oil, the at least one resin, the at least one polymer, or any combination thereof, is present in an amount or in amounts sufficient to result in the polymer blend or the coating having at least one of a select softening point, a select viscosity, or any combination thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/00 - Roof covering by making use of tiles, slates, shingles, or other small roofing elements
  • B32B 3/14 - Layered products essentially comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar form; Layered products essentially having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. apertured or formed of separate pieces of material characterised by a face layer formed of separate pieces of material
  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • C09D 191/00 - Coating compositions based on oils, fats or waxes; Coating compositions based on derivatives thereof
  • E04D 1/22 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of specified materials, or of combinations of materials, not covered by any one of groups

79.

Roofing materials having one or more polymer networks and related methods

      
Application Number 18355192
Grant Number 12122933
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-07-19
First Publication Date 2023-11-09
Grant Date 2024-10-22
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Tibah, Denis Muki
  • Mercado, Ramil Marcelo L.

Abstract

Some embodiments relate to a roofing material. The roofing material comprises a substrate, and a coating on the substrate. The coating comprises at least a polymer A, a polymer B, and at least one filler. The polymer A, the polymer B, the at least one filler are present in an amount sufficient to result in the coating having: A) a Tear CD property of at least 1000 g-f; and B) at least one of an interpenetrating polymer network, a semi-interpenetrating polymer network, or any combination thereof. Other embodiments relate to additional roofing materials, methods for preparing roofing materials, and the like.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/22 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of specified materials, or of combinations of materials, not covered by any one of groups
  • C09D 123/06 - Polyethene
  • C09D 133/12 - Homopolymers or copolymers of methyl methacrylate
  • C09D 175/04 - Polyurethanes
  • C09D 195/00 - Coating compositions based on bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
  • D06N 3/00 - Artificial leather, oilcloth, or like material obtained by covering fibrous webs with macromolecular material, e.g. resins, rubber or derivatives thereof
  • D06N 3/04 - Artificial leather, oilcloth, or like material obtained by covering fibrous webs with macromolecular material, e.g. resins, rubber or derivatives thereof with macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
  • D06N 3/14 - Artificial leather, oilcloth, or like material obtained by covering fibrous webs with macromolecular material, e.g. resins, rubber or derivatives thereof with macromolecular compounds obtained otherwise than by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds with polyurethanes
  • D06N 5/00 - Roofing felt, i.e. fibrous webs coated with bitumen

80.

STEEP SLOPE ROOFING SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18355872
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-20
First Publication Date 2023-11-09
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Shiao, Ming
  • Sherman, Erica

Abstract

Some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a roofing system. In some embodiments, the roofing system comprises at least one steep slope roof substrate having a first region. In some embodiments, the first region comprises a plurality of shingles. In some embodiments, each of the plurality of shingles comprises at least one antimicrobial agent. In some embodiments, the at least one steep slope roof substrate also comprises a second region. In some embodiments, the second region comprises an antimicrobial scavenger layer that is configured to receive runoff from the first region of the steep slope roof substrate. In some embodiments, the runoff comprises an initial concentration of at least one antimicrobial agent and water. In some embodiments, the antimicrobial scavenger layer is configured to capture the at least one antimicrobial agent so as to reduce the initial concentration of the at least one antimicrobial agent in the runoff.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/30 - Special roof-covering elements, e.g. ridge tiles, gutter tiles, gable tiles, ventilation tiles
  • E04D 1/22 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of specified materials, or of combinations of materials, not covered by any one of groups
  • E04D 13/00 - Special arrangements or devices in connection with roof coverings; Roof drainage

81.

Contoured mesh ridge vents

      
Application Number 18130611
Grant Number 11970864
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-04
First Publication Date 2023-11-09
Grant Date 2024-04-30
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Railkar, Sudhir
  • Chich, Adem
  • Zarate, Walter

Abstract

Ridge vents and deck covers are disclosed that have a fibrous mesh mat and a moisture barrier. The mesh mat may be contoured to define a variety of structures and may have regions of relatively higher fiber density and regions of relatively lower fiber density. Solar cells may be exposed on the ridge vents to collect solar energy when the vents are exposed to sunlight.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 13/17 - Ventilation of roof coverings not otherwise provided for
  • E04D 1/30 - Special roof-covering elements, e.g. ridge tiles, gutter tiles, gable tiles, ventilation tiles
  • E04D 3/30 - Roof covering by making use of flat or curved slabs or stiff sheets with special cross-section, e.g. with corrugations on both sides, with ribs, flanges, or the like of metal
  • F24S 20/69 - Solar heat collectors integrated in fixed constructions, e.g. in buildings in the form of shingles or tiles
  • H02S 20/23 - Supporting structures directly fixed to an immovable object specially adapted for buildings specially adapted for roof structures

82.

MULTI-ROLL GRANULE APPLICATION

      
Application Number 18214708
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-27
First Publication Date 2023-10-26
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Mishler, Patrick C.

Abstract

A method and apparatus for applying or dropping granules onto the asphalt coated surface of a moving sheet in shingle manufacturing is disclosed. The method includes sharing each drop between two or more blend rolls with a subsequent blend roll or rolls applying a partial drop directly on top of partial drops already applied by a first blend roll or rolls. High production speeds can be accommodated since each roll can be operated at slower rotation rates and with slower acceleration and deceleration requirements than would be required if the full granule drop were applied during the same time interval with a single blend roll.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B05C 19/00 - Apparatus specially adapted for applying particulate materials to surfaces
  • E04D 1/20 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of plastics, fibrous materials, or wood
  • B05C 19/04 - Apparatus specially adapted for applying particulate materials to surfaces the particulate material being projected, poured or allowed to flow onto the surface of the work
  • B05D 5/06 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials to surfaces to obtain special surface effects, finishes or structures to obtain multicolour or other optical effects
  • B05D 1/30 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by gravity only, i.e. flow coating
  • B05C 9/06 - Apparatus or plant for applying liquid or other fluent material to surfaces by means not covered by groups , or in which the means of applying the liquid or other fluent material is not important for applying two different liquids or other fluent materials, or the same liquid or other fluent material twice, to the same side of the work
  • B05C 19/06 - Storage, supply or control of the application of particulate material; Recovery of excess particulate material
  • B05D 1/36 - Successively applying liquids or other fluent materials, e.g. without intermediate treatment

83.

COMPOSITE MEMBRANE FOR BUILDING APPLICATIONS

      
Application Number 18342573
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-27
First Publication Date 2023-10-26
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Yang, Li-Ying
  • Avitabile, Jeffrey
  • Nigro, Joseph
  • Podewils, Daniel
  • Davis, Brian A.
  • Anderson, Eric R.
  • Gimpert, Matthew
  • Zheng, Yan
  • Duffy, Brian E.
  • Xiao, Yixi

Abstract

A roofing composite membrane includes a base layer including a first thermoplastic polyolefin. A weight of the base layer is between 5 and 25 grams per square foot. A coating layer at least partially coats the base layer. The coating layer includes at least one inorganic additive, and a second thermoplastic polyolefin including polypropylene and having a melt flow rate between 0.5 grams per 10 minutes and 12 grams per 10 minutes.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 5/12 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form specially modified, e.g. perforated, with granulated surface, with attached pads
  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • B32B 27/12 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
  • B32B 27/20 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives using fillers, pigments, thixotroping agents
  • B32B 27/32 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyolefins
  • B32B 37/15 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with at least one layer being manufactured and immediately laminated before reaching its stable state, e.g. in which a layer is extruded and laminated while in semi-molten state
  • B29C 48/154 - Coating solid articles, i.e. non-hollow articles
  • B29C 48/00 - Extrusion moulding, i.e. expressing the moulding material through a die or nozzle which imparts the desired form; Apparatus therefor
  • E04D 5/06 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form by making use of plastics
  • E04D 5/10 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form by making use of compounded or laminated materials, e.g. metal foils or plastic films coated with bitumen
  • B32B 3/12 - Layered products essentially comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar form; Layered products essentially having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. apertured or formed of separate pieces of material characterised by a layer of regularly-arranged cells whether integral or formed individually or by conjunction of separate strips, e.g. honeycomb structure

84.

CONTROLLED PARTICLE DEPOSITION FOR A ROOFING SHINGLE

      
Application Number 18301509
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-04-17
First Publication Date 2023-10-19
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang
  • Lee, Brian

Abstract

A method includes obtaining a glass mat having a first side and a second side opposite the first side. The method includes coating the first side of the glass mat with a molten asphalt. The method includes obtaining a plurality of particles. The method further includes depositing the particles on the first side of the asphalt coated substrate. The depositing includes controlling a location of the plurality of particles on the first side of the asphalt coated substrate using an electrostatic generator, an electromagnetic generator, or a piezoelectric depositor. The method further includes forming a roofing shingle from the asphalt coated substrate having the plurality of particles as deposited.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C03C 25/1095 - Coating to obtain coated fabrics
  • E04D 1/20 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of plastics, fibrous materials, or wood
  • C03C 25/47 - Coatings containing composite materials containing particles, fibres or flakes, e.g. in a continuous phase
  • C03C 25/24 - Coatings containing organic materials

85.

Adhesives for low surface energy materials

      
Application Number 18297792
Grant Number 11981837
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-10
First Publication Date 2023-10-12
Grant Date 2024-05-14
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Rufus, Isaac Bernard
  • Chich, Adem
  • Dougherty, Michael
  • Chin, Richard
  • Williams, Overton

Abstract

A roofing system includes a roofing membrane. The roofing membrane has a surface energy of 40 mN/m or less. The roofing system includes a roofing substrate. The roofing system includes an adhesive disposed between the roofing membrane and the roofing substrate. The adhesive includes a styrenic block copolymer. The styrenic block copolymer is present in an amount of 0.5 wt. % to 30 wt. % based on a total weight of the adhesive. The adhesive includes asphalt. The asphalt is present in an amount of 70 wt. % to 99.5 wt. % based on the total weight of the adhesive. A ratio of the styrenic block copolymer to the asphalt in the adhesive is 1:11 to 1:3.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 41/00 - Arrangements for controlling or monitoring lamination processes; Safety arrangements
  • C09J 195/00 - Adhesives based on bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
  • E04D 5/14 - Fastening means therefor
  • C09J 11/06 - Non-macromolecular additives organic

86.

Modular electronics roofing attachment and methods of use thereof

      
Application Number 18193053
Grant Number 11855431
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-30
First Publication Date 2023-10-05
Grant Date 2023-12-26
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Riley, Xavier

Abstract

A ridge vent may cover a ridge slot in a roof of the structure to provide ventilation. A housing having a length, a width and a height that are sized to fit through a ridge slot of the roof includes a top portion proximal to the ridge vent, a bottom portion proximal to the interior of the structure and opposite to the top portion, and at least one wall extending between the top portion and the bottom portion. A securing mechanism is connected to the top portion of the housing to secure the housing within the ridge slot. An electronics bus is positioned within the housing and has an interface that enables operation of modular electronic devices that are removably positioned within the housing.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02G 3/38 - Installations of cables or lines in walls, floors or ceilings the cables or lines being installed in preestablished conduits or ducts
  • H02G 1/06 - Methods or apparatus specially adapted for installing, maintaining, repairing, or dismantling electric cables or lines for laying cables, e.g. laying apparatus on vehicle
  • H02G 5/04 - Partially-enclosed installations, e.g. in ducts and adapted for sliding or rolling current collection

87.

ADHESIVE FORMULATIONS FOR ROOFING APPLICATIONS AND RELATED METHODS

      
Application Number 18331815
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-08
First Publication Date 2023-10-05
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Yu, Lingtao
  • Xing, Linlin

Abstract

Some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to an adhesive formulation comprising a high viscosity silyl modified polymer. In some embodiments, the adhesive formulation may further comprise additional components, such as but not limited to, at least one moisture scavenger, at least one adhesion promoter, at least one catalyst, at least one filler, at least one plasticizer, at least one antioxidant, or any combination thereof. In some embodiments, the adhesive formulation may exclude a low viscosity polymer. In some embodiments, the adhesive formulation may include a low viscosity polymer in no more than a specified amount. At least one method of using the adhesive formulation and at least one roofing system comprising the adhesive formulation are also described herein.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09J 171/02 - Polyalkylene oxides
  • C08G 65/336 - Polymers modified by chemical after-treatment with organic compounds containing silicon
  • C08K 5/00 - Use of organic ingredients
  • E04D 5/10 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form by making use of compounded or laminated materials, e.g. metal foils or plastic films coated with bitumen
  • C08K 3/013 - Fillers, pigments or reinforcing additives

88.

EMBOSSED FLEECE MATERIALS FOR ROOFING UNDERLAYMENTS

      
Application Number 17665299
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-02-04
First Publication Date 2023-09-21
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Sandhar, Gurpreet Singh
  • Khedri, Sahar

Abstract

A roofing underlayment comprising an exterior sheet with a fleece material having an embossed texture on a first and/or a second surface thereof. The fleece material comprises polyethylene terephthalate (PET). The exterior sheet may consist of the embossed PET fleece material, or comprise multiple layers which comprise the embossed PET fleece material arranged at an uppermost layer of the exterior sheet. A method of embossing the exterior sheet comprising the PET fleece material is also provided. Embodiments of the method involve using an off-line method of embossment, separate from the fabric production line, or an on-line method of embossment, to emboss the exterior sheet.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 12/00 - Non-structural supports for roofing materials, e.g. battens, boards
  • B32B 5/26 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer another layer also being fibrous or filamentary
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • E04D 1/34 - Fastenings for attaching roof-covering elements to the supporting elements

89.

Methods for designing, manufacturing, installing, and/or maintenance of roofing accessories and systems of use thereof

      
Application Number 18193210
Grant Number 11928394
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-30
First Publication Date 2023-09-14
Grant Date 2024-03-12
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Campau, Zachary Richard
  • Robinson, Rich

Abstract

Systems and methods of the present disclosure enable automated roof planning using a processor. The processor receives a digital image of a roof of a structure and models each roof plane of the roof to generate a roof model. The processor determines dimensions of each roof plane based on the roof model. The processor retrieves roofing accessory data from a database, the roofing accessory data solar roofing accessory part identifiers and solar roofing accessory part performance characteristics for solar roofing accessories. The processor simulates multiple candidate roof layouts based on the dimensions of each roof plan and the solar roofing accessory parts and determines a utilization prediction for each candidate layout. Based on each utilization prediction, the processor determines a particular roof layout having selected solar roofing accessory parts, and generates a solar roof design, including a list of materials, for the particular roof layout.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 30/13 - Architectural design, e.g. computer-aided architectural design [CAAD] related to design of buildings, bridges, landscapes, production plants or roads
  • E04D 1/20 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of plastics, fibrous materials, or wood
  • F24S 20/67 - Solar heat collectors integrated in fixed constructions, e.g. in buildings in the form of roof constructions
  • G01S 17/89 - Lidar systems, specially adapted for specific applications for mapping or imaging
  • G06F 30/17 - Mechanical parametric or variational design
  • G06F 30/20 - Design optimisation, verification or simulation
  • G06Q 10/0875 - Itemisation or classification of parts, supplies or services, e.g. bill of materials
  • G06Q 30/0283 - Price estimation or determination
  • G06Q 50/08 - Construction
  • G06F 119/06 - Power analysis or power optimisation

90.

FASTENER SYSTEMS FOR ROOF STRUCTURES

      
Application Number 18113949
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-02-24
First Publication Date 2023-09-07
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Young, Theodore Anthony
  • Wilson, Joshua Lee

Abstract

Fastener systems and methods of attaching one or more layers of materials to a roof deck of a roof structure for forming a roof are disclosed. In embodiments, the fastener systems can include a plate having first and second surfaces with an aperture extending between the first surface of the plate and the second surface of the plate and configured to receive a fastener therein. A cover portion is provided to substantially enclose the first end of the aperture so as to cover a head of the fastener received within the aperture and protect the fastener from impacts due to objects striking the roof structure.

IPC Classes  ?

91.

ROOF INTEGRATED SOLAR POWER SYSTEM WITH TOP MOUNTED ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS AND CABLES

      
Application Number 18315384
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-05-10
First Publication Date 2023-09-07
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Rodrigues, Tommy F.
  • Railkar, Sudhir
  • Boss, Daniel E.
  • Gennrich, David J.
  • Boudreau, Cory
  • Nett, Daniel Roger
  • Kallsen, Kent J.

Abstract

A roof integrated solar power system includes a plurality of solar modules. Each solar module carries a photovoltaic or solar panel with solar cells. Edge regions of the solar module are disposed to the sides of the solar panel and are devoid of solar cells. An electrical component such as a junction box or micro-inverter, or DC optimizer is mounted on top of the solar module within at least one of the edge regions. Cabling for interconnecting the electrical component to electrical components of others of the plurality of solar modules also is located within the side regions. In one embodiment, the electrical component and cabling is disposed within a recess within a side region and covered by a flat access panel. In another embodiment, the electrical component and cabling is located atop the side region and is covered by an access panel in the form of a protective cover strip. The solar modules are installable on a roof in aligned or staggered courses to form the solar power system, and with the installed courses of modules together forming a water barrier protecting the roof.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02S 20/23 - Supporting structures directly fixed to an immovable object specially adapted for buildings specially adapted for roof structures
  • H01L 31/02 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES NOT COVERED BY CLASS - Details thereof - Details
  • H01L 31/042 - PV modules or arrays of single PV cells
  • H02S 40/32 - Electrical components comprising DC/AC inverter means associated with the PV module itself, e.g. AC modules
  • H02S 40/36 - Electrical components characterised by special electrical interconnection means between two or more PV modules, e.g. electrical module-to-module connection
  • H02S 30/00 - Structural details of PV modules other than those related to light conversion
  • F24S 25/40 - Arrangement of stationary mountings or supports for solar heat collector modules using plate-like mounting elements, e.g. profiled or corrugated plates; Plate-like module frames
  • H02S 40/34 - Electrical components comprising specially adapted electrical connection means to be structurally associated with the PV module, e.g. junction boxes

92.

Roofing materials with synthetic roofing granules and methods of making thereof

      
Application Number 18311583
Grant Number 12044011
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-05-03
First Publication Date 2023-08-31
Grant Date 2024-07-23
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Boss, Daniel E.
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang
  • Duque, Luis

Abstract

This invention, in embodiments, relates to a roofing material comprising (a) a coated substrate having a top surface and a back surface, and (b) a plurality of roofing granules applied to the top surface of the coated substrate. The plurality of roofing granules comprises from 50% to 100% of unitary, uncoated, non-mineral based particles. This invention, in embodiments, further relates to a method of preparing such roofing material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/20 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of plastics, fibrous materials, or wood
  • E04D 1/00 - Roof covering by making use of tiles, slates, shingles, or other small roofing elements
  • E04D 1/26 - Strip-shaped roofing elements appearing as a row of shingles

93.

Roofing systems with improved wind performance of roofing tiles and methods of installing thereof

      
Application Number 18310912
Grant Number 12024888
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-05-02
First Publication Date 2023-08-24
Grant Date 2024-07-02
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang
  • Lee, Brian
  • Boss, Daniel E.
  • Mercado, Ramil Marcelo L.

Abstract

This invention, in embodiments, relates to a roofing system comprising (a) a roofing substrate having a roofing surface, (b) a first roofing tile overlying the roofing surface, the first roofing tile having a front surface, a back surface, a top edge, and a bottom edge, and (c) a second roofing tile overlying the first roofing tile, the second roofing tile having a front surface, a back surface, a top edge, and a bottom edge. At least one sealant line is applied to (i) the back surface of the second roofing tile in an area that overlays the first roofing tile, (ii) the front surface of the first roofing tile in an area in which the second roofing tile overlays the first roofing tile, or (iii) both (i) and (ii). The at least one sealant line is configured to adhere the second roofing tile to the first roofing tile.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/36 - Devices for sealing the spaces or joints between roof-covering elements
  • E04D 1/00 - Roof covering by making use of tiles, slates, shingles, or other small roofing elements
  • E04D 1/12 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface
  • E04D 1/28 - Roofing elements comprising two or more layers, e.g. for insulation

94.

Polyvinyl ester formulations, methods of making the same roofing materials and roofing systems including the same

      
Application Number 18297864
Grant Number 12054608
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-10
First Publication Date 2023-08-10
Grant Date 2024-08-06
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Tibah, Denis

Abstract

Some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a method comprising obtaining a mixture comprising at least one vinyl polymer, at least one organic acid, and at least one hydronium ion donor. In some embodiments, the method comprises reacting an —OH group of the B polymer chain segment with the at least one organic acid in the presence of the at least one hydronium ion donor, so as to form at least one polyvinyl ester. Some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a roofing material comprising at least one reinforcement material and at least one polyvinyl ester.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C08L 61/00 - Compositions of condensation polymers of aldehydes or ketones; Compositions of derivatives of such polymers
  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • B32B 27/12 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin next to a fibrous or filamentary layer
  • B32B 27/20 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives using fillers, pigments, thixotroping agents
  • B32B 27/30 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising acrylic resin
  • C08G 4/00 - Condensation polymers of aldehydes or ketones with polyalcohols; Addition polymers of heterocyclic oxygen compounds containing in the ring at least once the grouping —O—C—O—
  • C08K 3/36 - Silica
  • E04D 1/22 - Roofing elements shaped as plain tiles or shingles, i.e. with flat outer surface of specified materials, or of combinations of materials, not covered by any one of groups
  • E04D 3/18 - Roof covering by making use of flat or curved slabs or stiff sheets of plane slabs, slates, or sheets, or in which the cross-section is unimportant of specified materials, or of combinations of materials, not covered by any of groups , or
  • E04D 5/08 - Roof covering by making use of flexible material, e.g. supplied in roll form by making use of other materials
  • E04D 7/00 - Roof covering by sealing masses applied in situ; Gravelling of flat roofs

95.

Shingle

      
Application Number 29868874
Grant Number D0994912
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-12-15
First Publication Date 2023-08-08
Grant Date 2023-08-08
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Svec, Jim
  • Shiao, Ming-Liang
  • Boss, Dan

96.

Self-sealing roof fastener

      
Application Number 17896674
Grant Number 12024894
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-08-26
First Publication Date 2023-08-03
Grant Date 2024-07-02
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Zheng, Yan
  • Chich, Adem

Abstract

A self-sealing fastener for installation of roofing materials for creating a substantially watertight seal around fastener penetrations where roofing materials or panels are affixed to an underlying roof deck by the fasteners. Also disclosed is a method for installing the self-sealing fastener for attachment of roofing materials to an underlying roof deck with the penetrations areas or holes created by the fasteners being substantially sealed against water penetration.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 5/14 - Fastening means therefor
  • E04D 3/36 - Connecting; Fastening
  • F16B 43/00 - Washers or equivalent devices; Other devices for supporting bolt-heads or nuts

97.

Systems of wireless communication-enabled integrated roofing accessories and methods of use thereof

      
Application Number 18298087
Grant Number 12095139
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-10
First Publication Date 2023-08-03
Grant Date 2024-09-17
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Robinson, Rich
  • Riley, Xavier

Abstract

In some embodiments, the present disclosure provides a system of integrated roofing accessories on a plurality of roofs, where at least one integrated roofing accessory on each roof may include: i) at least one transceiver configured to produce electromagnetic communication signals using electromagnetic communication protocols, ii) at least one dielectric antenna in electrical communication with the at least one transceiver for emitting the electromagnetic communication signals according to the at least one electromagnetic communication protocol, iii) an edge computing device having at least one processor and at least one non-transitory storage with software to operate the edge computing device in communication with the at least one transceiver, and iv) at least one power supply. The software is configured to cause, when executed, the integrated roofing accessories to form an electromagnetic communication network using the electromagnetic communication signals which communicates with at least one computing device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01Q 1/22 - Supports; Mounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles
  • H01Q 21/06 - Arrays of individually energised antenna units similarly polarised and spaced apart
  • H01Q 21/28 - Combinations of substantially independent non-interacting antenna units or systems

98.

COMPATIBILIZER PRECURSOR, METHODS, SYSTEMS, AND USES THEREOF, AND FORMULATIONS INCLUDING THE SAME

      
Application Number 18186398
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-03-20
First Publication Date 2023-07-27
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Tibah, Denis Muki

Abstract

Some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a method comprising mixing at least one compatibilizer precursor with at least one polymer, so as to result in a polymer concentrate and mixing the polymer concentrate with asphalt, so as to result in a polymer modified asphalt (“PMA”). Some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to formulations comprising a compatibilizer precursor, a polymer concentrate, PMA, or any combination thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C08L 95/00 - Compositions of bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
  • C08L 91/00 - Compositions of oils, fats or waxes; Compositions of derivatives thereof

99.

Fastener plate for securing an underlayment to a roof surface

      
Application Number 18129222
Grant Number 11946255
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-31
First Publication Date 2023-07-27
Grant Date 2024-04-02
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Chich, Adem
  • Zheng, Yan
  • Messina, Gerry

Abstract

A fastener plate for use in coupling an underlayment to a roof surface is disclosed. In use, the fastener plate is arranged and configured to enable subsequently applied liquid coatings to flow through a top surface of the fastener plate and into one or more cavities so that the liquid coating seals any openings created by introduction of the fastener. In one embodiment, the fastener plate may include a top surface, a bottom surface, a fastener opening for receiving a fastener, a plurality of openings formed in the top surface, and one or more cavities positioned between the top surface and the bottom surface, the one or more cavities being in fluid communication with the plurality of openings so that the liquid coating can flow through the plurality of openings formed in the top surface and into the one or more cavities to seal any voids created by the fastener.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E04D 1/36 - Devices for sealing the spaces or joints between roof-covering elements
  • E04D 1/00 - Roof covering by making use of tiles, slates, shingles, or other small roofing elements
  • E04D 1/34 - Fastenings for attaching roof-covering elements to the supporting elements

100.

Roofing shingle having uniquely identifiable radio frequency-based tag and methods of use thereof

      
Application Number 18187373
Grant Number 12067859
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-03-21
First Publication Date 2023-07-13
Grant Date 2024-08-20
Owner BMIC LLC (USA)
Inventor Alovert, Igor

Abstract

One or more embodiments of the present disclosure describe an RFID-enabled roofing accessory. The roofing accessory may include a roofing shingle, such as an asphalt roofing shingle. The roofing accessory may include an RFID tag incorporated thereon. The RFID tag may be adhered to the roofing accessories.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G08B 21/20 - Status alarms responsive to moisture
  • G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
  • G06K 19/077 - Constructional details, e.g. mounting of circuits in the carrier
  • G16Y 20/10 - Information sensed or collected by the things relating to location
  • G16Y 40/10 - Detection; Monitoring
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