Patent ID: 9027223
Filing Date: 2015-05-12
Classification: A47G,F16B,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A method for insulating a fastener, the method comprising: bonding a base of a fastener directly to a surface, the fastener comprising a shaft extending from the base; receiving an end of the fastener through a washer comprising a peripheral edge, the washer configured to insulate against a transfer of heat and the peripheral edge configured in a first plane connected to and substantially parallel to a second plane comprising a central portion of the washer, such that the washer comprises: a slotted shape, and the peripheral edge configured to engage an inner peripheral edge in a cover; situating the cover over the end of the fastener, the cover comprised of: an elastomer layer; a protective surface layer; and a center layer comprising insulation properties, such that an insulating volume exists between the end of the fastener and an inner layer of the cover; insulating, via the center layer, the insulating volume from a temperature outside the cover; and enclosing the insulating volume by securing the inner layer of the cover against the peripheral edge of the washer such that the insulating volume exists between the cover and the washer.