Patents Assigned to Ace Hardware Corporation
  • Patent number: 6782927
    Abstract: A can filler valve wiper mechanism for use with a can filler machine is disclosed. The can filler machine includes mechanism for moving a can along a predetermined can travel path, and a movable filler valve which moves along a predetermined filler valve travel path above at least a portion of the can travel path. A can wiper mechanism comprises a rotating wiper, which can be a common paint roller. The rotating wiper is disposed at a location between a moving can and a moving can filler valve located above the can so that the wiper engages and collects material located between the valve and can. Preferably, the wiper engages the bottom of the filler valve itself as the valve passes the wiper.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2004
    Assignee: Ace Hardware Corporation
    Inventor: Charles L. McGehee
  • Patent number: 5690238
    Abstract: A display rack and a system for displaying merchandise are provided. The display rack includes a pair of brackets attachable to a vertical surface a remote distance apart. Rigid rods are connected between the rack and extend to the vertical surface. Between the rigid rods, an additional bracket or brackets may be attached. Alternatively, or in addition to, the rack may be provided with a shelf. Further, an additional rack may be suspended from the longitudinal rods of the rack. A number of racks of varying dimension may be mounted to the vertical surface to display merchandise in a space-saving manner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 1995
    Date of Patent: November 25, 1997
    Assignee: Ace Hardware Corporation
    Inventor: William R. Schmehr