Patent ID: 6050036
Filing Date: 2000-04-18
Classification: E04B,E06B

Abstract:
In a framing system for attachment to parallel, spaced wall board terminals, the system combination comprisinga) a channel member having flanges and a cross-piece extending between said flanges, said flanges spaced apart for embracing the wall board terminals for connection to said terminals,b) one of said flanges being integral with the cross-piece,c) the other of said flanges and the cross-piece having inter-fitting, interlocking elements, including tongue and recess components,d) and a trim cap overlying said other flange and having a flange that interlocks with said channel member other flange with snap-fit in close proximity to said interlocking elements including said tongue and recess components, said trim cap flange extending into adjacent relation to said cross-piece, whereby a self stabilized, three component, locally interlocked assembly is defined by said channel member cross-piece and other flange, and said trim cap flange.