Patents by Inventor Donald K. Chapman

Donald K. Chapman 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).

  • Method and apparatus for attaching cleats
    Patent number: 5399226
    Abstract: An apparatus for attaching cleats to belts in which belts and cleats are heated to a fusing temperature with a wheel subsequently rolled over the cleats. The apparatus provides means for adjusting the orientation of the wheel to allow attachment of cleats either longitudinally or transversely, as well as the ability to accommodate straight or angled cleats.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 1994
    Date of Patent: March 21, 1995
    Assignee: Flexible Steel Lacing Company
    Inventor: Donald K. Chapman