Barricade system, a method of forming same and methods of using same

Abstract

A reusable wall barricade assembly is disclosed. The assembly is composed of a plurality of interlocking barricade wall segments or panels which fasten securely together. The wall segments are formed with a foam interior core portion for sound deadening capabilities and with a tough, smooth exterior skin to prevent damage to the foam interior and present a pleasing exterior appearance. The outer skin substantially encases the interior core portion and has at least three edge portions. Connectors connect one panel to another at an edge portion of each panel such that a barrier of the desired height and length can be made to separate one spatial area from another spatial area, such as in a mall or other construction area. The panels are suitable for facile assembly, disassembly and reuse, providing an economical alternative to conventional barricade structures.

What is claimed is:  
     
         1 . A barrier system for separating one spatial area from another, comprising: 
 a. at least two unitary panels, each panel comprising at least one substantially rigid interior core portion and a durable, substantially hard outer skin material, the skin material substantially encasing the interior core portion, and having at least three edge portions; and    b. connecting means for connecting one panel to another at an edge portion of each panel such that a barrier of the desired height and length can be made to separate one spatial area from another spatial area.    
     
     
         2 . A barrier system, comprising: 
 a. at least two unitary panels, each panel comprising at least one substantially rigid interior core portion and a substantially hard outer skin material, the skin material substantially encasing the interior core portion, and having a plurality of edge portions; and    b. at least one connector for connecting one panel to another at an edge portion of each panel.    
     
     
         3 . A reusable construction barricade assembly, comprising a plurality of wall panel segments filled with form and having reinforcing bars; and fasteners for reversibly secureing the wall panels together.  
     
     
         4 . The assembly of  claim 3 , further comprising at least one U-shaped channel upon which the wall panel rests.