Patents Represented by Attorney, Agent or Law Firm Mark A. Manley
  • Patent number: 6382114
    Abstract: A combination strip-tiller and applicator is disclosed for conservation farming. The machine is designed to save soil, fertilizer, labor and fuel while producing a higher yield. Unique features of the device include a knife that injects anhydrous ammonia or other chemicals in a broad band under the seedbed. This broad band allows seeds to be planted in the same pass or within a few days without risk of fertilizer burn to the seedlings. The knife also loosens the soil and raises the seedbed. Row cleaners and cultivator gangs can run in the same pass to remove excess crop residual and to further raise the seedbed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2002
    Inventor: Paul Lanpher
  • Patent number: 6340177
    Abstract: The present invention is a liquid transport apparatus which is attachable to a typical four wheel all terrain vehicle, popularly called an ATV. The apparatus comprises a rear tank, a forward tank, a pump, hoses and fittings connecting the tanks to each other and the pump, and a dispensing hose. The result is a relatively low profile apparatus when it is installed on a four wheel all terrain vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2000
    Date of Patent: January 22, 2002
    Inventors: Daniel Dean Granderson, Christopher Dorman Curry
  • Patent number: 6327728
    Abstract: A painters tool comprising at least one aperture matching a spindle of a window cranking mechanism which permits the tool to be used as a wrench to rotate the spindle of a window cranking mechansims.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2000
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2001
    Inventor: Timothy Gene Hart
  • Patent number: 6279317
    Abstract: The hydrostatic drive with regeneration circuit comprises a geroter flow divider which operates in conjunction with a two position three way valve and a check valve to provide regeneration flow for the hydrostatic drive when the valve is energized.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 17, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2001
    Inventor: George H. Morgan
  • Patent number: 6216629
    Abstract: A system of stanchions used to warn about the depth of a swimming pool. The stanchions stand upright and carry a “no dive” warning message about the depth of the pool. Each stanchion can have a flexible base that allows it to flex from a generally vertical position to a horizontal position if someone bumps into it. The stanchions can be read from any direction of approach. The height of the stanchion indicates the depth of the bottom of the pool adjacent to where it is standing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 1999
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2001
    Inventor: Curt Straub
  • Patent number: 6158823
    Abstract: The present invention is a vacuum operated brake actuation sytem for actuating a towed vehicle's brake system. In a preferred embodiment it comprises a source of vacuum, a vacuum level sensor and switch, an electrically operated, spring return, four way, two position, vacuum valve with speed controls, and a double acting vacuum operated cylinder that actuates the towed vehicle's brake pedal which actuates the towed vehicle's brake system as the cylinder is directed by the valve. The preferred embodiment also comprises electrical wiring, vacuum hoses, fittings, connections, check valves, a breakaway switch, and other miscellaneous bracketry and hardware as required to complete the system. A vacuum pump along with a vacuum level sensor and switch for monitoring vacuum levels and passing electrical power to operate the vacuum pump as required are included in the preferred embodiment of the present invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 1998
    Date of Patent: December 12, 2000
    Inventor: John Robert Schuck
  • Patent number: 6077029
    Abstract: An aid for use in repairing large appliances. The appliance support slips under a large appliance such as a washing machine and allows the service technician to tilt the appliance forward or sideways to an easier position to work on. The support has two angled working positions one at about 45 degrees tilt and a second at about 90 degrees of tilt of the appliance. This allows a technician to remove parts such as the back off a washing machine without bending down into an uncomfortable position. Flipping the appliance support over it can serve as a step stool.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 1998
    Date of Patent: June 20, 2000
    Inventor: James D. Johnson
  • Patent number: 6017188
    Abstract: A patio table and fan combination. The device uses a fan mounted on a pole that passes through the center of the patio table. The pole also supports an umbrella that can be used for shade when the table is located outside. The fan motor is mounted co-axially with the fan. The device includes pole mounted lights and a mist device. The patio table fan combination is powered by conventional household electrical outlet or by solar panels mounted on the patio umbrella. The central pole for the device comes in three pieces to facilitate shipping and assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 25, 2000
    Inventor: Carolyn Benton