Bracket Cover Flashing System and Method fo Use
Patent Number: US 10676934 Grant Date: 2020-06-09 Filing Date: 2017-11-13
Overview
This patent describes a durable bracket-flashing solution that addresses common water intrusion and corrosion problems at roof-mounted fixture connections. Filed on November 13, 2017 and granted on June 9, 2020, the application—prosecuted for inventors based in Redding, CA and assigned to the same applicant—captures a simple but effective combination of a pliable L‑bracket, a stamped metal cover with a raised pocket, and coordinated fasteners and washers. The raised, stamped portion of the cover is sized to fully encase the horizontal leg of the bracket and the heads of the fasteners, while a planar flange is designed to be roofed‑in under shingles. Constructed from aluminum (or other corrosion‑resistant sheet metals), the cover preserves shape and performance in wet environments and provides a water channel to divert runoff away from penetration points.
The drafting emphasizes practical installation modes (including retrofit “roofed in” and repair configurations), clear dimensional relationships between raised pocket and bracket leg, and a gap to accommodate fastener heads—features that improve long‑term sealing compared with temporary sealants. The claim set and figures reflect careful claim drafting to protect both component geometry and installation method, demonstrating strong technical support from the firm.
Key Features
- Raised stamped cover that encases bracket leg and fastener heads
- Aluminum construction for rust resistance and form stability
- Accommodates adjustable elbow/bend angles in pliable L‑brackets
- Designed for roofed‑in installation beneath shingles
This invention reduces leak points and simplifies durable awning and fixture installations, offering clear benefits across residential and commercial roofing applications.
Invention Details
Abstract: A bracket-flashing assembly for roofing in a bracket. Said bracket-flashing assembly comprise said bracket, a bracket cover and a fasteners. Said bracket comprise a fastener apertures configured to receive a portion of said fasteners to selectively attach said bracket-flashing assembly to a fixed structure and an added fixture. Said bracket comprise a first portion and a second portion. Said first portion is attached to said second portion at an elbow. Said bracket cover comprises a raised portion and a body. Said raised portion comprises a stamped portion of said raised portion being shaped to selectively encase a portion of said second portion.
Summary of the Invention: A bracket-flashing assembly for roofing in a bracket. Said bracket-flashing assembly comprise said bracket, a bracket cover and a plurality of fasteners. Said bracket comprise a plurality of fastener apertures configured to receive a portion of said plurality of fasteners to selectively attach said bracket-flashing assembly to a fixed structure and an added fixture. Said bracket comprise a first portion and a second portion. Said first portion is attached to said second portion at an elbow. Said bracket cover comprises a raised portion and a body. Said raised portion comprises a stamped portion of said raised portion being shaped to selectively encase a portion of said second portion. Said bracket cover is configured to seal a portion of said bracket by securing said second portion of said bracket to said fixed structure with a portion of said plurality of fasteners, and encasing a portion of said second portion of said bracket between said fixed structure and said bracket cover. Said raised portion comprises a depth and a width. Said second portion comprises a length, a width and a height. Said depth of said raised portion and said width of said raised portion are larger than said width and said length of said second portion. Said raised portion of said bracket cover comprise said height being larger than a thickness of said bracket. Said body of said bracket cover comprises a depth and a width. Said first portion and said second portion are adjustably attached to one another at said elbow. Said bracket comprises a pliable metal material. Said elbow comprises a bend angle. Said bend angle initially comprises a right angle but can be selectively altered to accommodate different configurations of said fixed structure and said added fixture. Said bracket cover comprises a gap below said raised portion. Said raised portion comprises said height.
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