GB2429488A - Sealing arrangement for positioning between a closure member and a frame - Google Patents

Sealing arrangement for positioning between a closure member and a frame Download PDF

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GB2429488A
GB2429488A GB0510898A GB0510898A GB2429488A GB 2429488 A GB2429488 A GB 2429488A GB 0510898 A GB0510898 A GB 0510898A GB 0510898 A GB0510898 A GB 0510898A GB 2429488 A GB2429488 A GB 2429488A
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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E06—DOORS, WINDOWS, SHUTTERS, OR ROLLER BLINDS IN GENERAL; LADDERS
    • E06B—FIXED OR MOVABLE CLOSURES FOR OPENINGS IN BUILDINGS, VEHICLES, FENCES OR LIKE ENCLOSURES IN GENERAL, e.g. DOORS, WINDOWS, BLINDS, GATES
    • E06B7/00—Special arrangements or measures in connection with doors or windows
    • E06B7/16—Sealing arrangements on wings or parts co-operating with the wings
    • E06B7/18—Sealing arrangements on wings or parts co-operating with the wings by means of movable edgings, e.g. draught sealings additionally used for bolting, e.g. by spring force or with operating lever
    • E06B7/20—Sealing arrangements on wings or parts co-operating with the wings by means of movable edgings, e.g. draught sealings additionally used for bolting, e.g. by spring force or with operating lever automatically withdrawn when the wing is opened, e.g. by means of magnetic attraction, a pin or an inclined surface, especially for sills
    • E06B7/21—Sealing arrangements on wings or parts co-operating with the wings by means of movable edgings, e.g. draught sealings additionally used for bolting, e.g. by spring force or with operating lever automatically withdrawn when the wing is opened, e.g. by means of magnetic attraction, a pin or an inclined surface, especially for sills with sealing strip movable in plane of wing
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05D—HINGES OR SUSPENSION DEVICES FOR DOORS, WINDOWS OR WINGS
    • E05D7/00—Hinges or pivots of special construction
    • E05D7/04—Hinges adjustable relative to the wing or the frame
    • E05D7/0415—Hinges adjustable relative to the wing or the frame with adjusting drive means
    • E05D7/0423—Screw-and-nut mechanisms
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05D—HINGES OR SUSPENSION DEVICES FOR DOORS, WINDOWS OR WINGS
    • E05D7/00—Hinges or pivots of special construction
    • E05D7/04—Hinges adjustable relative to the wing or the frame
    • E05D7/0415—Hinges adjustable relative to the wing or the frame with adjusting drive means

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Abstract

A device for positioning between a closure member 100 and a frame 102 for housing the closure member, the device comprising a first rigid portion 104 configured to abut a surface of the frame 102, a second rigid portion (105 in fig.2) configured to abut a surface of the closure member 100, and adjustment means 108 configured to displace the first surface relative to the first surface. The adjustment means 108 may comprise biasing means, being disposed between the first portion 104 and the second portion (105 in fig.2), for example a spring or an elastic insert. In another embodiment the adjustment means 108 comprise a bolt being disposed between the first portion 104 and the second portion (105 in fig.2), wherein the first portion is configured to move relative to the second portion when the bolt is turned.

Description

IMPROVEMENTS TO CLOSURE MEMBERS AND FRAMES
Field of the Invention
The present invention relates to closure members such as doors, and frames for housing closure members, and in particular to devices for compensating for variations in tolerance between frames and closure members.
Background to the Invention
Closure members such as doors and windows are typically fitted into a frame, and the frame is typically fitted into a gap in a surface such as a wall.
Problems can occur if the dimensions of the closure member and the frame are such that the closure member does not fit properly into the frame.
Where a frame has not been fitted correctly, it may not be truly square', or it may be too wide or too narrow to properly accommodate the closure member.
Where a frame is too wide to properly accommodate a closure member, when the closure member is closed there may be a gap between the closure member and the frame, which is a problem for allowing drafts through the gap or moisture into the closure member. Furthermore, a gap between a closure member and frame may be exploited by an unauthorized person trying to open the closure member.
Where a frame is too narrow to properly accommodate the closure member, the closure member may need to be reduced in size, for example by planing away a wooden surface, resulting in expenditure of additional time and effort to the process of fitting a frame and a closure member.
Where a frame is not fitted squarely, and has, for example the overall shape of a parallelogram instead of a rectangle, the frame may not properly accommodate the closure member and may require either refitting or reshaping of the closure member, or in worse cases refitting of the frame. Again, this is time consuming and inefficient.
Atmospheric conditions can also affect the tolerance of the fit between the closure member and the frame. If moisture enters a wooden closure member such as a door, the closure member can swell thereby becoming too large to be accommodated by the frame. The closure member may need to be reduced in size to fit properly into the frame.
A prior art solution is to provide an over-sized frame and a compressible material such as foam between a leading edge of the closure member and the frame. However, this can only partly compensate for a reduction in the dimensions of the closure member, and cannot compensate for a more common increase in the dimensions of the closure member, or for a poorly fitted frame.
Furthermore, with repeated use the compressible material may lose its elastic properties and not spring back into the required shape. Any reduction in the dimensions of the closure member will no longer be compensated for by the compressible material.
Summary of the Invention
The inventor has realised the problems associated with prior art closure members and frames, and has invented a device that can compensate for variations in the dimensions of closure members and frames that arise either as a result of poor fitting of the frame, or as a result of the dimensions of the closure member or frame varying over time owing to, for example, changes in atmospheric conditions. In another embodiment, the inventor has devised apparatus for ensuring that a frame is fitted squarely into a gap.
According to a first aspect there is provided a device for positioning between a closure member and a frame for housing the closure member, the device comprising: a first substantially rigid surface, the first surface configured to substantially abut a surface of the frame; a second substantially rigid surface, the second surface configured to substantially abut a surface of the closure member; adjustment means configured to displace the first surface relative to the first surface.
Preferably, the second surface is configured to be attached to a leading edge of the closure member.
Alternatively, the first surface is configured to be attached to the frame adjacent to a leading edge of the closure member.
Alternatively, the first surface is configured to be attached to a hinge edge of the closure member; and the second surface is configured to be attached to a hinge for the closure member; and and the hinge is configured to be attached to the closure member Preferably, the adjustment means comprises biasing means, the biasing means disposed between the first surface and the second surface.
Preferably, the biasing means is selected from the following: * at least one spring * an elastic insert.
Preferably, the device comprises a guide stud; the guide stud configured to co-operate with a guide support disposed on the frame.
Preferably, the device further comprsies: at least one spring disposed between the first surface and the second surface; and at least one spring housing recess disposed on the first surface, the spring housing configured to house the at least one spring.
Preferably, the first surface is configured to be attached to the frame at a location on the frame adjacent to a leading edge of the closure member; and the second surface comprises an angled or rounded portion configured to co-operate with a leading edge of the closure member.
Alternatively, the adjustment means comprises: at least one bolt, the bolt being disposed between the first surface and the second surface, wherein the first surface is configured to move relative to the second surface when the bolt is turned.
According to a second aspect, there is provided a kit of parts for apparatus for closing an opening comprising: a closure member; a frame configured to house the closure member; a first substantially rigid surface, the first surface configured to substantially abut a surface of the frame; a second substantially rigid surface, the second surface configured to substantially abut a surface of the closure member; adjustment means configured to displace the first surface relative to the first surface.
Preferably, the second surface is configured to be attached to a leading edge of the closure member.
Alternatively, the first surface is configured to be attached to the frame adjacent to a leading edge of the closure member.
Alternatively, the first surface is configured to be attached to a hinge edge of the closure member; and the second surface is configured to be attached to a hinge for the closure member; and and the hinge is configured to be attached to the closure member Preferably, the adjustment means comprises biasing means, the biasing means disposed between the first surface and the second surface.
Preferably, the biasing means is selected from the following: * at least one spring * an elastic insert.
Preferably, the second surface comprises a guide stud; the guide stud configured to co-operate with a guide support disposed on the frame.
Preferably, the kit of parts comprises: at least one spring disposed between the first surface and the second surface; and at least one spring housing recess disposed on the first surface, the spring housing configured to house the at least one spring.
Preferably, the first surface is configured to be attached to the frame at a location on the frame adjacent to a leading edge of the closure member; and the second surface comprises an angled or rounded portion configured to co-operate with a leading edge of the closure member.
Alternatively, the adjustment means comprises: at least one bolt, the bolt being disposed between the first surface and the second surface, wherein the first surface is configured to move relative to the second surface when the bolt is turned.
According to a third aspect, there is provided apparatus for fitting to a frame for a closure member comprising: an annular rectangular section of a rigid material; attachment points disposed on the annular rectangular section for attaching the annular rectangular section to the frame.
Brief Description of the Drawings
For a better understanding of the invention and to show how the same may be carried into effect, there will now be described by way of example only, specific embodiments, methods and processes according to the present invention with reference to the accompanying drawings in which: Figure 1 illustrates schematically a cross-section view of a first specific embodiment of the device disposed between a closure member and a frame for housing the closure member.
Figure 2 illustrates schematically a cross-section view of the device according to the first specific embodiment with a reduced distance between the closure member and the frame.
Figure 3 illustrates schematically a cross-section view of the device according to the first specific embodiment with the closure member in an open position.
Figure 4 illustrates schematically a perspective view of a device configured to be disposed between a closure member and a frame according to a second specific embodiment.
Figure 5 illustrates schematically a cross-section view of a third specific embodiment of the device having biasing means disposed between a closure member and a frame for housing the closure member.
Figure 6 illustrates schematically a cross-section view of the third specific embodiment of the device disposed between a closure member and a frame for housing the closure member with the biasing means extended.
Figure 7 illustrates schematically a cross-section view of the third specific embodiment of the device disposed between a closure member and a frame for housing the closure member with the biasing means in a compressed position.
Figure 8 illustrates schematically an elevation view of apparatus configured to ensure that a frame for a closure member is fitted squarely.
Detailed Description
There will now be described by way of example a specific mode contemplated by the inventors. In the following description numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding. It will be apparent however, to one skilled in the art, that the present invention may be practiced without limitation to these specific details. In other instances, well- known methods and structures have not been described in detail so as not to
unnecessarily obscure the description.
Throughout this specification, reference is made to a closure member. By closure member, it is meant any type of closure member for closing a gap, and in particular a door or a window or the like.
Referring to Figure 1 herein, there is illustrated schematically a crosssection view of a first specific embodiment of the device disposed between a closure member and a frame for housing the closure member. There is shown a closure member 100 having a hinge edge 101. The hinge edge 101 of the closure member 100 is adjacent to a frame 102. The frame 102 is configured to house the closure member 100. A hinge 103 is also shown. The hinge comprises a first hinge leaf 106 and a second hinge leaf 107.
The device comprises a first rigid surface 104 in the form of a first attachment portion, and a second rigid surface 105 in the form of a second attachment portion. The rigid surface may comprise any suitable material, for example mild steel, aluminium or plastics.
The first attachment portion 104 is affixed to the frame 102. The second attachment portion 105 is affixed to the second hinge leaf 107. The first hinge leaf 106 is affixed to the hinge edge 101 of the closure member 100. The first attachment portion 104 and the second attachment portion 105 are therefore substantially disposed between the hinge edge 101 of the closure member 100 and the frame 102.
Adjustment means 108 are provided to adjust a distance 110 between the first surface 104 and the second surface 105. Locking means 109 are provided to reduce the risk that the distance 110 between the first surface 104 and the second surface 105 might vary with repeated use of the closure member. The adjustment means 108 comprises a plurality of bolts threaded through the second surface 104 towards the first surface 105. The locking means 109 comprises a plurality of nuts, each nut of the plurality of nuts configured to co- operate with a bolt from the plurality of bolts. By turning the bolts clockwise, the second surface 105 can be drawn towards the first surface 104. By turning the bolts anti-clockwise, the second surface 105 can be moved away from the first surface 106.
The second surface 105 comprises an overlapping portion 112 configured to catch an overlapping surface 113 of the first surface 104, thereby preventing the second surface 105 from being moved too far relative to the first surface 104.
If the second surface 105 is moved too far relative to the first surface 104 then it may come away from the first surface 104 altogether, and require repair.
By adjusting the distance 110 between the first surface 104 and the second surface 105, the overall distance 111 between the frame 102 and the hinge edge 101 of the closure member 100 can be adjusted.
In this way, if a closure member 100 is too large to fit into a frame 102 comprising the device, then the second surface 105 can be drawn towards the first surface 104 until the required distance 111 between the frame 102 and the hinge edge 101 of the closure member is achieved. This effectively reduces the distance between the frame 102 and the hinge edge 101 of the closure member 100. Similarly, if a closure member 100 is too small to fit into a frame 102 comprising the device, then the second surface 105 can be moved away from the first surface 104 until the required distance 111 between the frame 102 and the hinge edge 101 of the closure member is achieved.
The first surface 104 and the second surface 105 are configured to be almost the same length as the height of the closure member 100. If a frame is not square, then adjustment means 108 disposed towards an upper end of the frame 102 can be adjusted to give a required distance 110 between the hinge edge 101 of the closure member 100 and the frame towards the upper end of the frame 102, and adjustment means 108 disposed towards a lower end of the frame 102 can be adjusted to give a required distance 110 between the hinge edge 101 of the closure member 100 and the frame 102 towards the lower end of the frame 102. In this way, if the frame 102 is not vertical on the hinge edge, the device can compensate for this by being adjusted to a different space between the frame 102 and the hinge edge 101 of the closure member 100 at different points of the frame 102 along the length of the frame 102.
Referring to Figure 2 herein, there is illustrated schematically a crosssection view of the device according to the first specific embodiment with a reduced distance between the closure member and the frame. It is apparent that by altering the adjustment means 108 the distance 201 between the first surface 104 and the second surface 105 can be reduced, and consequentially the distance 202 between the hinge edge 101 of the closure member 100 and the frame 102 can also be reduced.
Referring to Figure 3 herein, there is illustrated schematically a crosssection view of the device according to the first specific embodiment with the closure member 100 in an open position. In a prior art closure member, the first hinge leaf 106 is affixed to the hinge edge 101 of the closure member 100 and the second hinge leaf 107 is affixed to the frame 102. The closure member 100 can then pivot about the hinge 103 to be open or closed relative to the frame 102.
According to the first specific embodiment, by affixing the first surface 104 to the frame, and the second surface 105 to the hinge 103, the effective width of the frame 102 is increased and can be adjusted, and the closure member 100 can pivot about the hinge 103 affixed to the second surface 105.
According to a second specific embodiment, the first surface comprises a substantially L'-shaped first portion, and the second surface comprises an interlocking substantially L'-shaped second portion. Referring to Figure 4 herein, there is illustrated schematically a perspective view of a device configured to be disposed between a closure member 100 and a frame according to the second specific embodiment.
The second portion 402 sits substantially within the crook' of the first portion 401. The first portion is affixed to the frame 102. A distance 403 between the first portion 401 and the second portion 402 can be adjusted. The second portion 402 is configured to be attached to a set of hinges (not shown), which are in turn attached to a closure member (not shown) to allow the closure member to pivot about the hinges. In principle, the second specific embodiment works identically to the first specific embodiment.
The second portion 402 further comprises a plurality of spacing adjustment means 404, 405, 406, 407. These allow the distance 403 between the first portion 401 and the second portion 402 to be adjusted by discrete amounts.
There are shown four spacing adjustment means 404, 405, 406, 407. Each one may alter the distance 403 between the first portion 401 and the second portion 402 by a discrete amount. For example, the first spacing adjustment means 404 may alter the distance between the first portion 401 and the second portion 402 by 1 mm, the second spacing adjustment means 405 may alter the distance between the first portion 401 and the second portion 402 by 2 mm, the third spacing adjustment means 406 may alter the distance between the first portion 401 and the second portion 402 by 3 mm, and the fourth spacing adjustment means 407 may alter the distance between the first portion 401 and the second portion 402 by 4 mm.
Each spacing adjustment means 404, 405, 406, 407 is activated by threading a screw or bolt into the spacing adjustment means 404, 405, 406, 407.
A fixing bolt (not shown) can be used to ensure that the spacing of the first portion 401 remains constant relative to the second portion 402.
If required, the second portion 402 and the spacing adjustment means 404, 405, 406, 407 may be covered with a timber, veneer, plastics or other material in order to hide the spacing adjustment means 404, 405, 406, 407 from view.
According to a third specific embodiment, biasing means are provided between the first surface and the second surface to allow relative movement between the first surface and the second surface. Referring to Figure 5 herein, there is illustrated schematically a cross-section view of a third specific embodiment of the device having biasing means disposed between a closure member and a frame for housing the closure member.
The device comprises a first surface 504 and a second surface 506. The first surface 504 is configured to be attached to a frame 503. The second surface 506 is configured to substantially abut a leading edge 502 of a closure member 501, when the closure member 501 is in a closed position.
A first surface 504 may be attached to the frame 503 by any suitable means, including screws, mechanical clips or adhesives. Biasing means 508 are provided disposed between first surface 504 and the second surface 505. Any suitable biasing means may be used, including carriage springs, helically coiled springs or an elastic material insert. In the third specific embodiment, the biasing means 508 comprises helically coiled springs. A plurality of springs 508 are provided disposed between the first surface 504 and the second surface 505.
The second surface 505 comprises a plurality of guide pins 507. A guide pin 507 is provided for each spring 508. Each spring 508 is placed over a guide pin 507 such that the helically coiled spring 508 surrounds the guide pin 507. For each spring 508, a recessed spring housing portion 505 is provided on the first surface 504.
The combination of the recessed spring housing portion 505 and the guide pin 507 ensures that each spring 508 is maintained in the correct position, and can act as biasing means between the first surface 504 and the second surface 506.
The second surface 506 comprises an overlap portion 510 configured to interlock with the first surface 504. In this way, when the force from the springs 508 pushes the second surface 506 away from the first surface 504, the overlap portion 510 of the second surface 506 prevents the second surface 506 detaching from the first surface 504. A gap 509 is provided between the frame 503 and the first surface 504 to allow for movement of the second surface 506 and the overlap portion 510 of the second surface 506 when the springs 508 are compressed.
The second surface 506 is configured to be as far as possible from the first surface 504 when the springs 508 are not compressed. When the closure member 501 is closed, it pushes the second surface 506 towards the first surface 504, thereby compressing the springs 508. To reduce the risk of the second surface 506 becoming angled relative to the first surface 504, and thereby locking into an unrequired position, a guide support 511 is provided extending from the frame 503. Guide studs 512 are also provided configured to cooperate with the guide support 511, such that when the second surface 506 is pushed towards the first surface 504 by the action of closing a closure member 501, the guide studs 512 move along the guide support 511 ensuring that the second surface 506 remains parallel to the first surface 504, and does not become angled relative to the first surface 504.
When a closure member 501 is in an open position, and it is then required s to close the closure member 501, the path taken by the leading edge 502 of the closure member 501 can mean that towards the end of the closing movement, the leading edge 502 of the closure member 501 is closer to the frame 503 than when the closure member 501 is closed. An example closure member path 513 is shown as a dotted line. It is desirable to prevent the leading edge 502 of the closure member 501 from catching on a corner of the second surface 506. The second surface 506 therefore comprises a rounded portion 514 at a point where the closure member 501 would first contact the second surface 506, to ensure that the second surface 506 moves away from the leading edge 502 of the closure member 501 as the closure member 501 is closed. A beveled corner would work in place of the rounded corner 514.
Referring to Figure 6 herein, there is illustrated schematically a crosssection view of the third specific embodiment of the device disposed between a closure member 501 and a frame 503 for housing the closure member 501 with the biasing means extended. When there is no force pushing the second surface 506 towards the first surface 504 the biasing means 508 are fully extended, and the overlap portion 510 of the second surface 506 catches on the first surface to prevent the second surface 506 from moving too far away from the first surface.
The maximum range of motion of the second surface 506 relative to the first surface 504 is given by the distance 601 between the overlap portion 510 of the second surface 506 and the frame 503. The distance 601 is the same as the distance 602 by which the pins 507 can move, when they enter the recessed spring housing portion 505.
Referring to Figure 7 herein, there is illustrated schematically a crosssection view of the third specific embodiment of the device disposed between a closure member 501 and a frame 503 for housing the closure member with the biasing means in a compressed position. When second surface 506 is pushed towards the first surface 504, the springs 506 compress and the pins 507 enter the recessed spring housing portions 505 of the first surface 504. The distance 701 between the overlap portion 510 and the first surface 504 is substantially the same as or greater than the distance 601 of the maximum range of motion of the second surface 506 relative to the first surface 504.
The first surface 503 and the second surface 506 have a length substantially the same as the height of the closure member 501. The second surface 506 may comprise a cut-out portion (not shown) to receive a latch or bolt that can extend from the leading edge 502 of the closure member 501 to hold the closure member 501 in place. Springs 508 and pins 507 are disposed along the full length of the second surface 506, and the corresponding recessed spring housing portions 505 are disposed along the full length of the first surface 504.
By using biasing means to maintain the first surface 504 in a position substantially abutting the frame 503, and the second surface 506 substantially abutting the leading edge 502 of the closure member 501, variations in the angle between the frame 503 and the closure member 501 can be accounted for.
Therefore if the leading edge 502 of the closure member 501 is not truly vertical, or if the portion of the frame 503 adjacent to the leading edge 502 of the closure member 501 is not truly vertical, then this can be accounted for by the biasing means 508 disposed between the first surface 504 and the second surface 506 along the length of the first surface 504 and the second surface 506.
It will be apparent that the device comprising the first surface 504 and the second surface 506 according to the third specific embodiment works equally well if instead of being affixed to the frame 503, it is affixed to the leading edge 502 of the closure member 505.
The device according to any of the first, second or third specific embodiments can be retro-fitted to existing door frames.
According to a fourth specific embodiment, there is provided apparatus to ensure that a frame is fitted squarely into a gap, thereby reducing the risk that the frame will not be square. Referring to Figure 8 herein, there is illustrated schematically an elevation view of apparatus configured to ensure that a frame for a closure member is fitted squarely.
The apparatus comprises a rigid member 801 formed in the shape of a rectangular annulus; that is to say, the shape bounded by two rectangles of the same aspect ratio but different sizes, and having substantially the same centre.
The rigid member 801 comprises 4 lengths, each one at 900 to the adjacent two lengths. The rigid member 801 may be formed of any suitable material, for example mild steel or aluminium. If the lengths of the rigid member are formed integrally, it is extremely unlikely that in fitting the rigid member 801 to a gap in a waIl the angles of the rigid member 801 will vary from 90 .
The rigid member 801 further comprises means to attach a frame 802 (shown in dotted lines) to the rigid member 801. The rigid member 801 is affixed to a gap in a wall to which a frame is to be fitted, and the frame 802 is affixed to attachment points 803 disposed on the rigid member 801. In this way, it is ensured that the frame 802 is fitted squarely into the gap and cannot distort in a horizontal direction 804 or a vertical direction 805.
Attachment points 803 may comprise holes to receive bolts or screws, spacers configured to abut against the frame or any other suitable means to ensure square fitting of the frame.

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  1. Claims: 1. A device for positioning between a closure member and a frame
    for housing said closure member, said device comprising: a first substantially rigid surface, said first surface configured to substantially abut a surface of said frame; a second substantially rigid surface, said second surface configured to substantially abut a surface of said closure member; adjustment means configured to displace said first surface relative to said first surface.
  2. 2. A device for positioning between a closure member and a frame for housing said closure member as claimed in claim I wherein said second surface is configured to be attached to a leading edge of said closure member.
  3. 3. A device for positioning between a closure member and a frame for housing said closure member as claimed in claim I wherein said first surface is configured to be attached to said frame adjacent to a leading edge of said closure member.
  4. 4. A device for positioning between a closure member and a frame for housing said closure member as claimed in claim I wherein said first surface is configured to be attached to a hinge edge of said closure member; and said second surface is configured to be attached to a hinge for said closure member; and and said hinge is configured to be attached to said closure member
  5. 5. A device for positioning between a closure member and a frame for housing said closure member as claimed in any preceding claim wherein said adjustment means comprises biasing means, said biasing means disposed between said first surface and said second surface.
  6. 6. A device for positioning between a closure member and a frame for housing said closure member as claimed in claim 5 wherein said biasing means is selected from the following: * atleastonespring * an elastic insert.
  7. 7. A device for positioning between a closure member and a frame for housing said closure member as claimed in claim 5 or claim 6 further comprising a guide stud; said guide stud configured to co-operate with a guide support disposed on said frame.
  8. 8. A device for positioning between a closure member and a frame for housing said closure member as claimed in any of claims 5 to 7 comprising: at least one spring disposed between said first surface and said second surface; and at least one spring housing recess disposed on said first surface, said spring housing configured to house said at least one spring.
  9. 9. A device for positioning between a closure member and a frame for housing said closure member as claimed in any of claims 5 to 8 wherein said first surface is configured to be attached to said frame at a location on said frame adjacent to a leading edge of said closure member; and said second surface comprises an angled or rounded portion configured to co-operate with a leading edge of said closure member.
  10. 10. A device for positioning between a closure member and a frame for housing said closure member as claimed in any of claims 1 to 4 wherein said adjustment means comprises: at least one bolt, said bolt being disposed between said first surface and said second surface, wherein said first surface is configured to move relative to said second surface when said bolt is turned.
  11. 11. A kit of parts for apparatus for closing an opening comprising: a closure member; a frame configured to house said closure member; a first substantially rigid surface, said first surface configured to substantially abut a surface of said frame; a second substantially rigid surface, said second surface configured to substantially abut a surface of said closure member; adjustment means configured to displace said first surface relative to said first surface.
  12. 12. A kit of parts as claimed in claim 11 wherein said second surface is configured to be attached to a leading edge of said closure member.
  13. 13. A kit of parts as claimed in claim 11 wherein said first surface is configured to be attached to said frame adjacent to a leading edge of said closure member.
  14. 14. A kit of parts as claimed in claim 11 wherein said first surface is configured to be attached to a hinge edge of said closure member; and said second surface is configured to be attached to a hinge for said closure member; and and said hinge is configured to be attached to said closure member
  15. 15. A kit of parts as claimed in any of claims 11 to 14 wherein said adjustment means comprises biasing means, said biasing means disposed between said first surface and said second surface.
  16. 16. A kit of parts as claimed in claim 15 wherein said biasing means is selected from the following: * at least one spring * an elastic insert.
  17. 17. A kit of parts as claimed in claim 15 or claim 16 wherein said second surface comprises a guide stud; said guide stud configured to co-operate with a guide support disposed on said frame.
  18. 18. A kit of parts as claimed in any of claims 15 to 17 comprising: at least one spring disposed between said first surface and said second surface; and at least one spring housing recess disposed on said first surface, said spring housing configured to house said at least one spring.
  19. 19. A kit of parts as claimed in any of claims 15 to 18 wherein said first surface is configured to be attached to said frame at a location on said frame adjacent to a leading edge of said closure member; and said second surface comprises an angled or rounded portion configured to co- operate with a leading edge of said closure member.
  20. 20. A kit of parts as claimed in any of claims 11 to 14 wherein said adjustment means comprises: at least one bolt, said bolt being disposed between said first surface and said second surface, wherein said first surface is configured to move relative to said second surface when said bolt is turned.
  21. 21. Apparatus for fitting to a frame for a closure member comprising: an annular rectangular section of a rigid material; attachment points disposed on said annular rectangular section for attaching said annular rectangular section to said frame.
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