Steelcase Inc.

Daniel V Constantino

Douglas B MacDonald

Allen C Hager

Steven F Goodman

Dean K Hubbard

Kenneth D Brickner

Robert T Ruthven

Daniel M Ursul

Larry B Hanify

A method is disclosed for securing a flexible covering about a frame having a peripheral edge and at least one corner. A portion of the flexible covering is folded over the peripheral edge of the frame at or about the corner and an excess portion of the covering is provided. Ultrasonic welding is used to create a seam of contacting portions of the flexible covering. In an embodiment, the excess portion of the flexible covering is removed in connection with the welding operation. An apparatus for securing a flexible covering about a frame is also provided.

Ultrasonic tool and method for securing a covering to a frame

A partition construction includes a partition frame having a frame member. A cover panel covers a side of the partition frame. The partition includes a connection system on the cover panel that releasable attaches the cover panel to the partition frame. The connection system includes a plurality of top clips on the cover panel adjacent an upper edge that positively engage the partition frame. The connection system further includes a plurality of bottom fingers extending below a lower edge of the cover panel and engaging at least a selected one of a lower cover panel and a frame member located below the cover panel in a juxtaposed relationship.

Partition system with removable cover panels

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Wayland, MI, United States of America

Daniel V Constantino