Patents Assigned to Tilt-Lock, Inc.
  • Lift and reorienting mechanism
    Patent number: 4687244
    Abstract: A lift and reorienting apparatus is the subject of this document. The apparatus includes a probe (16) for insertion into an internal accessible axially extending opening (36) of an object to be moved. The probe (16) is pivotably carried by a frame (10) and maneuvered through the action of telescoping arms (46) of a dual arm actuator (42). This dual arm actuator (42) adds strength to the apparatus. The probe (16) is attached to the object to be lifted and reoriented by means of a retractable projection (18) and sleeve mechanism (24).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 1985
    Date of Patent: August 18, 1987
    Assignee: Tilt-Lock, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul R. Cullen, Peter J. Schroeder