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  Modular fencing system and method for constructing sameUSPTO Application #: 20060113517Title: Modular fencing system and method for constructing same Abstract: The invention is directed to a fence post and a modular fencing system and method that utilizes same. The fence post has an elongated body having an outer wall and at least one elongated channel defined by said outer wall. The elongated channel has opposing sides and an open front. A fastener guide is defined in the outer wall along a plane that is generally orthogonal to the opposing sides of the component channel. In a further embodiment the component channel includes a lip protruding inwardly from the opposing sides adjacent to the front portion. In a further embodiment the fencing system includes post reinforcement members and rail reinforcement members. In other embodiments a fencing system is provided which includes posts, rails, pickets, screens and spacers that interconnect with the aid of fasteners to define a fence structure. (end of abstract) Agent: Torys LLP - Toronto, ON, CA Inventors: Sergio Colantonio, George Koutsokostas, Mauro Tonon USPTO Applicaton #: 20060113517 - Class: 256024000 (USPTO) Related Patent Categories: Fences, Panel The Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20060113517. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0001] The present invention is directed to fencing systems and in particular to modular fencing systems. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] Modular fencing systems are becoming increasingly popular particularly those having components formed of extruded or molded materials such as polyvinylchloride (PVC) or other plastics or composites. Such materials are durable and resistant to rotting or insects. One problem with current modular fencing systems is the manner in which the fencing components are interconnected. Current systems are not adapted for securely fastening the components together in a simple, accurate and aesthetically pleasing way. [0003] There is a need to improve upon existing fencing system designs in order to simplify their assembly, to allow a variety of design variations from the same set of components, and improve their overall strength. Furthermore, there is a need to improve the manner of securing components together while maintaining a pleasing aesthetic appearance to the finished product. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0004] In one aspect the invention provides a fence post comprising (a) an elongated body having an outer wall; (b) at least one elongated component channel defined in said body by said outer wall, said component channel having a pair of opposing sides, a back extending between said opposing sides and an open front defined between said opposing sides; and (c) at least one fastener guide defined in said outer wall along a plane that intersects said opposing sides of said component channel. [0005] In another aspect the invention provides a modular fencing system comprising (a) a plurality of fence posts, each said fence post comprising (i) an elongated body having an outer wall, (ii) at least one elongated component channel defined in said body by said outer wall, said component channel having a pair of opposing sides, a back extending between said opposing sides and an open front defined between said opposing sides, (iii) at least one fastener guide defined along a plane that is orthogonal to said opposing sides of said component channel; and (b) a plurality of rails for extending between adjacent pairs of said fence posts, said rails having a cross-sectional profile that is sized to fit within said component channels. [0006] In another aspect the invention provides a modular fencing system comprising (a) a plurality of fence posts, each said fence post comprising (i) an elongated body having an outer wall, (ii) at least one elongated component channel defined in said body by said outer wall, said component channel having a pair of opposing sides, a back extending between said opposing sides and an open front defined between said opposing sides, (iii) a lip protruding inwardly from each of said opposing sides of said component channel adjacent to said front; and (b) a plurality of rails for extending between adjacent pairs of said fence posts, said rails having a cross-sectional profile that is sized to fit within said component channels. [0007] In another aspect the invention provides a fence post comprising (a) an outer wall defining an elongated body having a hollow interior; (b) at least one elongated component channel defined in said body by said outer wall; and (c) an elongated post reinforcement member disposed within said hollow interior, said post reinforcement member defining an elongated channel for nesting with said component channel of said body. [0008] In another aspect the invention provides a method for constructing a modular fence system composing the following steps: (a) securing elongate fence posts into a ground surface each of said fence posts have elongate component channels with opposing sides and an open front and at least one fastening guide defined along a plane that is orthogonal to said opposing sides of said component channel; (b) positioning rails laterally between pairs of fence posts with the ends of said rails being disposed in said component channels; (c) drilling access holes through said fence posts and said rails; (d) drilling pilot holes through at least one side of said component channel and at least one wall of said rails disposed in said component channel; and (e) securing said rails to said posts using fasteners extending through said pilot holes in said component channels and said rails. [0009] The terms "fence" and "fencing system" as used herein are intended to include all forms of barrier systems having a support member and a spacing member including, without limitation, fence systems, railing systems, noise barrier systems, partition wall systems and the like. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0010] FIG. 1 is a plan view of a modular fencing system (with caps removed) in accordance with the present invention; [0011] FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view of a portion of the modular fencing system identified at 2 in FIG. 1; [0012] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a portion of the modular fencing system identified at 3 in FIG. 1; [0013] FIG. 4 is a sectional view of the assembled components for the modular fencing system as shown along lines 4-4 of FIG. 2; [0014] FIG. 5 is a sectional view of the assembled components for the modular fencing system as shown along lines 5-5 of FIG. 2; [0015] FIG. 6 is a sectional view of the assembled components for the modular fencing system as shown along lines 6-6 of FIG. 2; [0016] FIG. 7 is a sectional view of an intermediate post for the modular fencing system of FIG. 1; [0017] FIG. 8 is a sectional view of a corner post for the modular fencing system of FIG. 1.; [0018] FIG. 9 is a sectional view of an end post for the modular fencing system of FIG. 1. [0019] FIG. 10 is a sectional view of a blank spacer for the modular fencing system of FIG. 1; [0020] FIG. 11 is a sectional view of a post element for a modular fencing system in accordance with another embodiment of the present invention; Continue reading... Full patent description for Modular fencing system and method for constructing same Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims Click on the above for other options relating to this Modular fencing system and method for constructing same patent application. ###  How KEYWORD MONITOR works... a FREE service from FreshPatents1. Sign up (takes 30 seconds). 2. Fill in the keywords to be monitored. 3. Each week you receive an email with patent applications related to your keywords. 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