Patent ID: 7007343
Filing Date: 2006-03-07
Classification: E05D,E06B,Y10T

Abstract:
1. An in-floor, adjustable, track assembly with built-in weep system for sliding panels comprising: a) a base having a track extending upward therefrom, slightly above a finished floor level, and arranged to engage undercarriage wheels of at least one vertically-oriented panel and support motion of said panel therealong to divide an area about said track into an exterior section and an interior section; b) an upright splash guard, located parallel to and spaced slightly apart from said track, in said interior section of said area, and topping at the level of the finished floor, said splash guard forming an open-top channel with said track and said base, for collecting moisture therein; c) at least one collection pan mounted under said channel, in communication with said channel, to collect moisture from said channel; d) a conduit coupled to said collection pan for drawing off the moisture from said collection pan; and, e) a filter positioned in said channel for preventing the ingress of debris into said channel and said collection pan.