Patents by Inventor John I. Andersen

John I. Andersen 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).

  • Publication number: 20230339139
    Abstract: A system and method for providing a non-corrosive surface. In some embodiments, the system includes a concrete surface, a metal substrate coupled to the concrete surface, and a non-corrosive coating applied to the metal substrate. The non-corrosive coating includes a chemically inert polymer comprising EPDM rubber and an additive.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 27, 2023
    Publication date: October 26, 2023
    Inventor: John I. Andersen
  • Patent number: 11541706
    Abstract: A trailer coupler system can include one or more skid plates made from extruded aluminum, one or more support tubes attached to the skid plates, a plurality of struts having a first end attached to the one or more skid plates, a ball housing attached to a second end of at least two of the plurality of struts, a first towball positioned within the ball housing, an adapter sleeve attached to the ball housing, a support plate extending from a support tube or skid plate to the adapter sleeve, an adapter having a kingpin coupler for coupling to a kingpin of a trailer, and a towball coupler for directly coupling with the first towball.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 12, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2023
    Assignee: Andersen Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: John I. Andersen, Ryan B. Andersen
  • Publication number: 20200406695
    Abstract: A trailer coupler system can include one or more skid plates made from extruded aluminum, one or more support tubes attached to the skid plates, a plurality of struts having a first end attached to the one or more skid plates, a ball housing attached to a second end of at least two of the plurality of struts, a first towball positioned within the ball housing, an adapter sleeve attached to the ball housing, a support plate extending from a support tube or skid plate to the adapter sleeve, an adapter having a kingpin coupler for coupling to a kingpin of a trailer, and a towball coupler for directly coupling with the first towball.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 12, 2020
    Publication date: December 31, 2020
    Inventors: John I. Andersen, Ryan B. Andersen
  • Patent number: 10723188
    Abstract: A trailer coupler system can include one or more skid plates made from extruded aluminum, one or more support tubes attached to the skid plates, a plurality of struts having a first end attached to the one or more skid plates, a ball housing attached to a second end of at least two of the plurality of struts, a first towball positioned within the ball housing, an adapter sleeve attached to the ball housing, a support plate extending from a support tube or skid plate to the adapter sleeve, an adapter having a kingpin coupler for coupling to a kingpin of a trailer, and a towball coupler for directly coupling with the first towball.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2020
    Assignee: Andersen Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: John I. Andersen, Ryan B. Andersen
  • Publication number: 20190184420
    Abstract: A syringe can be used to store paint and then apply the paint to a defect on a painted surface. In embodiments, the syringe is filled at the time that the paint is first used, the syringe then being stored for later use. Embodiments of the present disclosure include using a paint applicator as disclosed herein by pushing the syringe plunger to expel paint at a wall defect such as a nail hole.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2017
    Publication date: June 20, 2019
    Inventor: John I. Andersen
  • Publication number: 20190186195
    Abstract: A set of blinds or other window coverings can be made more safe by keeping the pull string out of reach of infants or young children. A safety disc can be secured to the pull string while a safety anchor is secured to a window frame, a door frame, a wall surface near the window covering, or other similar surface. The safety disc and safety anchor are adapted to be removably attaching to one another. In one embodiment, the safety disc and safety anchor each comprise a hook-and-loop attachment surface. In one embodiment, magnets and/or magnetic surfaces are utilized to removably attach the safety disc and safety anchor to each other. In one embodiment, the safety disc comprises a suction cup attachable to a window.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2017
    Publication date: June 20, 2019
    Inventor: John I. Andersen
  • Publication number: 20190063074
    Abstract: A handrail can increase safety by providing a hand-hold which can be installed permanently to many types of ground or floor surfaces. Embodiments include one or more vertical tubular section, the vertical tubular section having a tapered lower end that can be inserted into a base and neck portion, and one or more handrail sections affixed to tops of the one or more vertical tubular sections. A handrail may assist people as they walk or stand by providing a support on which to lean.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2017
    Publication date: February 28, 2019
    Inventor: John I. Andersen
  • Publication number: 20180228320
    Abstract: A vertical post can increase bathtub safety by providing a hand-hold which can be installed permanently to many types of bathtubs. Embodiments include a vertical tubular section and a lag bolt at a bottom rotationally fixed to the tubular section. The vertical post can pass through a hole in the bathtub side and be anchored to the sub floor of the home under the bathtub.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 11, 2017
    Publication date: August 16, 2018
    Inventor: John I. Andersen
  • Publication number: 20180228324
    Abstract: A toilet seat hinge may be secured to a toilet bowl rim by sandwiching a piece of double-sided adhesive tape between the hinge and the rim prior to installing bolts and nuts. The double-sided adhesive tape may act to prevent or mitigate the toilet seat hinge bolts and nuts from loosening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 11, 2017
    Publication date: August 16, 2018
    Inventor: John I. Andersen
  • Publication number: 20170217266
    Abstract: A trailer coupler system can include one or more skid plates made from extruded aluminum, one or more support tubes attached to the skid plates, a plurality of struts having a first end attached to the one or more skid plates, a ball housing attached to a second end of at least two of the plurality of struts, a first towball positioned within the ball housing, an adapter sleeve attached to the ball housing, a support plate extending from a support tube or skid plate to the adapter sleeve, an adapter having a kingpin coupler for coupling to a kingpin of a trailer, and a towball coupler for directly coupling with the first towball.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 1, 2017
    Publication date: August 3, 2017
    Inventors: John I. Andersen, Ryan B. Andersen, Jason C. Green
  • Publication number: 20170217268
    Abstract: A non-kingpin trailer can be coupled to a towing vehicle having a towball in the bed of the towing vehicle. For example, the non-kingpin trailer can be coupled to the towing vehicle by installing a trailer coupler system in the bed of the towing vehicle by securing the trailer coupler system to the towball in the bed of the towing vehicle and securing the adapter hitch to the trailer coupler system by inserting the first towball of the trailer coupler system into the towball receptacle of the adapter hitch.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 1, 2017
    Publication date: August 3, 2017
    Inventors: John I. Andersen, Ryan B. Andersen, Jason C. Green
  • Patent number: 9395170
    Abstract: An adjustable radius gauge for measuring and or checking the radius of parts previously made or while forming radii in the process of being formed, as experienced in the bending in a press brake or rolls, dishing presses, spinning, bulging or shrinking machines or by hand or by whatever process of bending or contouring may be used. Also as a layout tool to layout materials in any trade requiring radius layout and required marking.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2016
    Inventor: John I. Andersen
  • Publication number: 20160131471
    Abstract: An adjustable radius gauge for measuring and or checking the radius of parts previously made or while forming radii in the process of being formed, as experienced in the bending in a press brake or rolls, dishing presses, spinning, bulging or shrinking machines or by hand or by whatever process of bending or contouring may be used. Also as a layout tool to layout materials in any trade requiring radius layout and required marking.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 12, 2014
    Publication date: May 12, 2016
    Inventor: John I. Andersen
  • Patent number: 8523217
    Abstract: A coupling mechanism for attaching a fifth wheel RV trailer to a truck for towing. A fifth wheel towball interface which provides unobstructed gimbal action into the connection between truck and trailer. A fifth wheel base having a lightweight structure made from a lightweight material and/or engineered design with lightweight in mind.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2013
    Inventor: John I. Andersen
  • Publication number: 20120280473
    Abstract: A coupling mechanism for attaching a fifth wheel RV trailer to a truck for towing. A fifth wheel towball interface which provides unobstructed gimbal action into the connection between truck and trailer. A fifth wheel base having a lightweight structure made from a lightweight material and/or engineered design with lightweight in mind.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 3, 2011
    Publication date: November 8, 2012
    Inventor: John I. Andersen
  • Patent number: 7878525
    Abstract: A precision, light weight, high strength hitch for coupling a trailer or other vehicle to a towing vehicle. The hitch includes a mounting ball attached to a portion of the trailer or other vehicle and a ball socket attached to the towing vehicle. The mounting ball and the ball socket have compatible surfaces that permit seating of the two components regardless of the axial, transverse or longitudinal angular or rotational orientation of the two vehicles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 1, 2011
    Inventor: John I. Andersen
  • Publication number: 20090295125
    Abstract: A precision, light weight, high strength hitch for coupling a trailer or other vehicle to a towing vehicle. The hitch includes a mounting ball attached to a portion of the trailer or other vehicle and a ball socket attached to the towing vehicle. The mounting ball and the ball socket have compatible surfaces that permit seating of the two components regardless of the axial, transverse or longitudinal angular or rotational orientation of the two vehicles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2008
    Publication date: December 3, 2009
    Inventor: John I. Andersen
  • Patent number: 7222510
    Abstract: Systems and methods for using an extrusion, forging, casting and/or machining process to provide an aluminum hitch component with increased strength that eliminates encumbrances, such as rusting and fusing, associated with traditional hitch components. Accordingly, an extruded hitch is provided that includes increased tensile strength, does not rust, is lighter, and is more appealing to consumers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2007
    Assignee: Andersen Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventor: John I. Andersen
  • Patent number: 7156412
    Abstract: Systems and methods for using an extrusion, forging, casting and/or machining process to provide an aluminum hitch component with increased strength that eliminates encumbrances, such as rusting and fusing, associated with traditional hitch components. Accordingly, an extruded hitch is provided that includes increased tensile strength, does not rust, is lighter, and is more appealing to consumers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2005
    Date of Patent: January 2, 2007
    Assignee: Andersen Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventor: John I. Andersen
  • Patent number: 6908099
    Abstract: Systems and methods for using an extrusion, forging, casting and/or machining process to provide an aluminum hitch component with increased strength that eliminates encumbrances, such as rusting and fusing, associated with traditional hitch components. Accordingly, an extruded hitch is provided that includes increased tensile strength, does not rust, is lighter, and is more appealing to consumers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2005
    Assignee: Andersen Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventor: John I. Andersen