Patents by Inventor Gregory M. Smrke

Gregory M. Smrke 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).

  • Hinge pin ramp, retainer and doorstop for a frame door
    Patent number: 5911264
    Abstract: A hinge pin ramp, retainer and doorstop for a frame door. The ramp, retainer and doorstop is formed into a hinge pin receptacle which allows closing or installing a frame door simply by pushing on it. A spring-loaded door pin is received by the hinge pin ramp and guided into the hinge pin retainer. There are also provided accordion shims to assist with levelling the door during installation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 1997
    Date of Patent: June 15, 1999
    Assignee: Northern Telecom Limited
    Inventors: Gregory M. Smrke, Alex K. Tang, Paul A. van Leeuwen