Patent ID: 8312596
Filing Date: 2012-11-20
Classification: A47K,E05D,E05Y,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A hinge assembly for the connection of two panels at adjacent edge regions to allow said panels to move relative to one another, the hinge assembly comprising: a member extending along substantially the entire length of each panel, the member having two opposing curved surfaces, the curved surfaces being located adjacent at the edge of each panel; at least one pair of toothed co-operating elements for co-operation with said member, each toothed element having a teeth portion, each toothed element defining a pivoting axis; a cover enclosing the teeth portions of the at least one pair of toothed elements such that said cover circumferentially surrounds said at least one pair of toothed elements to substantially fully enclose said at least one pair of toothed elements; a connector for attachment of each panel to said member, the connector being fixedly secured to the respective panel and engaging with the toothed element in a non-pivotal manner; and a seal contacting the edge of each panel and the adjacent curved surface of the member, the seal extending along substantially the entire length of the edge of the panel.