Patents Represented by Law Firm Joseph W. Molasky & Assocs.
  • Weightlifter's belt
    Patent number: 4802667
    Abstract: A belt that allows for various support levels to be applied to contiguous areas of a weightlifter's lower back and abdomen during an exercise program to prevent stress upon spinal discs and adjoining vertebrae. Support is provided to the abdomen and lower back through use of two independently functioning belt arrangements which allow staggered tightening with respect to one another and provide primary tension to the areas being supported. The belt may be adapted for heavy or alternatively light exercise moves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 1988
    Date of Patent: February 7, 1989
    Inventor: David J. Altner
  • Device for installing electric outlet boxes
    Patent number: 4793069
    Abstract: A tool which provides the installer of electric outlet boxes with means for outlining on a wall or similar support the contours of a one-gang box and a two-gang box including means for pre-determining height and a leveling means for placing the contours of the box on a level with the lines of a room.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 1987
    Date of Patent: December 27, 1988
    Inventor: Kenneth H. McDowell
  • Vehicle and track system
    Patent number: 4791872
    Abstract: A vehicle for use in a track system of the type having a rotating drive shaft extending along and parallel to an elongated track has a drive wheel mounted to extend from the side of the vehicle for driving contact with the rotating drive shaft. The vehicle has a speed control means actuated by control members extending from both the front and the rear of the vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 1987
    Date of Patent: December 20, 1988
    Assignee: PSi
    Inventor: Terrance E. McGinn
  • Bone boring instrument
    Patent number: 4782833
    Abstract: An instrument for the boring of bones to remove a cylindrical section of bone for medical purposes has a one-way drive means which allows the surgeon to oscillate his hand motion while the instrument cuts bone in one direction only. The instrument has a trephine engaging mechanism which allows for the interchangeability of trephines so that a plurality of different types and sizes of trephines can be used to obtain bone cores from a range of bone types.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 1987
    Date of Patent: November 8, 1988
    Assignees: Thomas A. Einhorn, Andrew Valenti
    Inventors: Thomas A. Einhorn, Andrew Valenti, Matthew Alves
  • Soft jaw construction
    Patent number: 4772034
    Abstract: The soft jaws of a lathe chuck or the like are constructed to be engaged by studs of an adjustable lock ring device for holding the jaws during the machining thereof to fit a workpiece to be held by the jaws.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 1987
    Date of Patent: September 20, 1988
    Assignee: Accu-Ring Jaw Systems, Inc.
    Inventor: Lawrence H. Brown
  • Apparatus for finishing the face of the head of a golf club wood
    Patent number: 4766698
    Abstract: An apparatus for finishing the face of the head of a golf club wood is constructed to form a preset bulge and roll face curvatures on the head face simultaneously. The head of a golf club wood is held on a jig member pivotally monted for movement through a circular arc and guided for movement toward a sanding member to present the head face into contact with a concave sanding surface for finishing the head face with preset bulge and roll face curvatures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 1987
    Date of Patent: August 30, 1988
    Inventor: Alexander Solomko
  • Means for applying designs to auto exteriors
    Patent number: 4765483
    Abstract: A kit for applying indicia to the surface of an auto body by spray means.The kit includes a pressurized container for applying enamel in vaporized form to a precut mask affixed to the surface of an auto body. The uniquely thin character of the mask and a heavily pigmented enamel composition combine to ensure the reproduction of designs of consistently high quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 1986
    Date of Patent: August 23, 1988
    Inventor: Earl R. Ernsberger
  • Hole saw unjamming tool
    Patent number: 4755088
    Abstract: A tool for unjamming the material jammed in a hole saw includes an adapter member constructed to be received within the interior of a cup-shaped cutter and providing at one end an enlarged head for contacting the jammed material to be removed and a slide hammer adapted to be interlocked with the other end of the adapter member for applying the force required to remove the adapter member and the jammed material from the interior of the hole saw cutter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 1987
    Date of Patent: July 5, 1988
    Assignees: Jayson Vajda, Joyce Vajda
    Inventor: Jayson Vajda
  • Automatic drain sealer
    Patent number: 4744110
    Abstract: An automatic drain sealer is provided for halting an infestation of insects and gas escapement into a residential or commercial enclosure from a sewer line via a drain of a sink or basin receptacle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 1986
    Date of Patent: May 17, 1988
    Inventor: Dino Ippoliti
  • Automatic drain sealer
    Patent number: 4733415
    Abstract: An automatic drain sealer is provided for halting an infestation of insects and gas escapement into a residential or commercial enclosure from a sewer line via a drain of a sink or basin receptacle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 1986
    Date of Patent: March 29, 1988
    Inventor: Dino Ippoliti
  • Container for medicinals
    Patent number: 4733807
    Abstract: A medicinal container is constructed of a holder adapted to receive and hold a bottle containing the medicinal tablets. The open top portion of the bottle is threadedly engaged with a cap for providing an air-tight seal. A chain is secured to an ear portion of the holder and is adapted to extend around the neck of the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 1982
    Date of Patent: March 29, 1988
    Inventors: Robert E. Porter, Richard Reube
  • High fidelity speaker system and assembly
    Patent number: 4727586
    Abstract: A speaker system and assembly achieves a high fidelity sound reproduction by causing acoustical waves emanating from juxtaposed and co-axially positioned first and second speakers, which produce respective mid-range and treble frequencies, to reach a listener simultaneously.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 1986
    Date of Patent: February 23, 1988
    Inventor: Charles A. Johnson
  • Novel lens carrier
    Patent number: 4704001
    Abstract: A receptacle for storing and transporting a photographic lens either independently or in combination with a carrying device to which it may be secured. This receptacle is fitted with an end cap to provide a closure means and the interior is lined with a resilient material to provide a cushioning effect.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 1985
    Date of Patent: November 3, 1987
    Inventor: Dana J. Parandes
  • Dental instrument
    Patent number: 4698019
    Abstract: A dental instrument having an elongated handle with blades mounted on opposite ends. Each blade is comprised of three cutting edges and a finely honed tip which may be used to carve, clean and restore teeth and refine dental casts. A uniquely configured shank joins said blade to said handle and provides an improved means for manipulating the blades so that improved surgical and laboratory restorations can be effected.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 1986
    Date of Patent: October 6, 1987
    Inventor: James A. Martin
  • Jaw locking means for chucks
    Patent number: 4696482
    Abstract: A lock ring device for locking the soft jaws of a lathe chuck or the like for holding the jaws during the machining thereof to fit a workpiece to be held by the jaws, the device being adjustable to adjust the jaws in the locking position for the exact amount of metal removal desired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 1986
    Date of Patent: September 29, 1987
    Assignee: L. H. Brown, Inc.
    Inventor: Lawrence H. Brown
  • Pet receptacle
    Patent number: 4691664
    Abstract: A dish-like receptacle for serving liquids to small animals whereby a coolant source maintains the liquid at a reduced temperature over extended periods. The coolant source is a frozen gel which may be refrozen, regenerated or replaced as needed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 5, 1986
    Date of Patent: September 8, 1987
    Assignee: The Cool Water Corporation
    Inventor: William H. Crowell
  • Strap assembly for securing and transporting mail
    Patent number: 4684163
    Abstract: A resilient strap assembly for securing and carrying mail or similar articles in a stacked arrangement. The straps are in a cross-like configuration and their outermost ends are equipped with fasteners which can be secured to one another to ensure that the stacked material will be securely retained and can be transported without inadvertent disassembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 1986
    Date of Patent: August 4, 1987
    Inventor: Richard T. Anderson
  • Shut-off device for a sprinkler assembly
    Patent number: 4676320
    Abstract: A device for terminating the flow of fluid from an overhead sprinkler equipped with a cut-off valve. A recess within said device accepts the sprinkler head and returns the cut-off valve to its original position. A biased locking means is also provided so that the device can be secured against any unintended resumption of fluid flow.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 1986
    Date of Patent: June 30, 1987
    Assignee: Fire Sprinkler Specialties, Inc.
    Inventor: Vincent Capasso
  • Stake for a tube bundle
    Patent number: 4648442
    Abstract: A stake of U-shaped cross-section which, when inserted in a tube bundle between parallel rows of tubes, dampens vibrations and provides support. One stake end is arcuately shaped for engagement with the end tube in a tube row and in one embodiment an aperture is provided to accommodate a restraint which retains the stakes in series in their engagement mode.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 1985
    Date of Patent: March 10, 1987
    Inventor: George J. Williams
  • Ventilated athletic cap
    Patent number: D291381
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 1985
    Date of Patent: August 18, 1987
    Inventor: David A. Fender