Patents by Inventor Bruce Mathwich

Bruce Mathwich has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 5484135
    Abstract: A fish tape puller has a handle connected to a body member having a first bearing surface. The handle extends on either side of the body so the handle can accommodate a two-handed grip. A clamp block slidably mounted on the body presents a second bearing surface opposite the first bearing surface to define a slot for receiving a fish tape. An interlocking key and groove in the clamp block and body extends obliquely to the slot. An actuating handle pivotally mounted on the body and connected to the clamp block causes the block to move in the groove, opening and closing the slot with a self-locking wedging action. The bearing surfaces are elongated to prevent damage to the fish tape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 1994
    Date of Patent: January 16, 1996
    Assignee: Ideal Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Scott Golden, Bruce Mathwich