Patents by Inventor J. Richard Ingram

J. Richard Ingram 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: 4381569
    Abstract: An adjustable drain plug for use in sinks and lavatories especially to replace a previous drain plug which is either lost or broken. The drain plug comprises an elongated, flexible plastic or rubber stopper which removably fits into the hole in the drain and has a flanged top covered by a rigid top cover of metal or plastic. An elongated drain member is preferably constructed in a sleeve formation in two sections and receiving a threaded stud attached to the head and also adjustably threaded into the top of the member with a lock nut thereon. The two sections are adjustable being connected by a threaded stud and there is an adjustable foot on the bottom of the member either in the form of a flat disc or a hook. Alternatively, the stopper may be formed in four tapered sections which may be screwed down and over the top of the member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 1981
    Date of Patent: May 3, 1983
    Inventor: J. Richard Ingram