Patents by Inventor John Schatz

John Schatz 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: 10822005
    Abstract: An improved switch point machine is provided which can seal out water, even if the machine itself becomes submerged. The operating rod and the point indicating rod that extend out of the switch box housing should be ground round and have a smooth surface for an improved seal. Those rods are preferably chrome plated. Dynamic hydraulic seals can be used to seal out moisture. Internal components, within the switch box housing, should also be sealed to be water resistant in the event water does enter the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2018
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2020
    Assignee: Twinco Manufacturing Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Walter W. Weiss, John Schatz
  • Publication number: 20190276059
    Abstract: An improved switch point machine is provided which can seal out water, even if the machine itself becomes submerged. The operating rod and the point indicating rod that extend out of the switch box housing should be ground round and have a smooth surface for an improved seal. Those rods are preferably chrome plated. Dynamic hydraulic seals can be used to seal out moisture. Internal components, within the switch box housing, should also be sealed to be water resistant in the event water does enter the housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2018
    Publication date: September 12, 2019
    Inventors: Walter W. WEISS, John Schatz
  • Patent number: 8678297
    Abstract: A clamp comprising a first end including a base and a hooked portion and a second end moveably connected to the base of the first end. The second end includes a clamped portion and a wire jaw maintaining a wire. The wire jaw is shaped so as to be placed in the second end. The wire jaw including a base and arms extending from the base. The arms defining an opening including teeth, the teeth effective to grip and provide high contact pressure on a rail. A spring is disposed on the base of the first end and is effective to bias the second end toward the hooked portion of the first end.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2014
    Inventors: John Schatz, Walter W. Weiss
  • Publication number: 20120273629
    Abstract: A clamp comprising a first end including a base and a hooked portion and a second end moveably connected to the base of the first end. The second end includes a clamped portion and a wire jaw maintaining a wire. The wire jaw is shaped so as to be placed in the second end. The wire jaw including a base and arms extending from the base. The arms defining an opening including teeth, the teeth effective to grip and provide high contact pressure on a rail. A spring is disposed on the base of the first end and is effective to bias the second end toward the hooked portion of the first end.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2012
    Publication date: November 1, 2012
    Applicant: Twinco Manufacturing Co., Inc
    Inventors: John Schatz, Walter Weiss
  • Patent number: 8235307
    Abstract: A clamp comprising a first end including a base and a hooked portion and a second end moveably connected to the base of the first end. The second end includes a clamped portion and a wire jaw maintaining a wire. The wire jaw is shaped so as to be placed in the second end. The wire jaw including a base and arms extending from the base. The arms defining an opening including teeth, the teeth effective to grip and provide high contact pressure on a rail. A spring is disposed on the base of the first end and is effective to bias the second end toward the hooked portion of the first end.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2012
    Assignee: Twinco Manufacturing Co., Inc.
    Inventors: John Schatz, Walter Weiss
  • Publication number: 20110107563
    Abstract: A clamp comprising a first end including a base and a hooked portion and a second end moveably connected to the base of the first end. The second end includes a clamped portion and a wire jaw maintaining a wire. The wire jaw is shaped so as to be placed in the second end. The wire jaw including a base and arms extending from the base. The arms defining an opening including teeth, the teeth effective to grip and provide high contact pressure on a rail. A spring is disposed on the base of the first end and is effective to bias the second end toward the hooked portion of the first end.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 6, 2009
    Publication date: May 12, 2011
    Inventors: John Schatz, Walter Weiss
  • Patent number: 7938448
    Abstract: The mobile vehicle detailing system is a system for detailing a motor vehicle adapted for mounting the rear of a truck or van. The mobile vehicle detailing system has a water storage tank that has outlets for filling buckets and water containers and provides a source of water. A surround box, in which is disposed the water storage tank, has an integral front section that extends between the front seats of a van or truck and provides storage for files and receipts. A pressure washer, generator and storage box are mounted on a sliding platform that can be pulled out from the vehicle for easy access.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2011
    Inventors: John Schatz, Kevin Schatz
  • Publication number: 20090200787
    Abstract: The mobile vehicle detailing system is a system for detailing a motor vehicle adapted for mounting the rear of a truck or van. The mobile vehicle detailing system has a water storage tank that has outlets for filling buckets and water containers and provides a source of water. A surround box, in which is disposed the water storage tank, has an integral front section that extends between the front seats of a van or truck and provides storage for files and receipts. A pressure washer, generator and storage box are mounted on a sliding platform that can be pulled out from the vehicle for easy access.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2008
    Publication date: August 13, 2009
    Inventors: John Schatz, Kevin Schatz
  • Publication number: 20050241846
    Abstract: The EZ-LB is an electrical Conduit elbow in which conductors are pulled from one location to another location through the LB fitting at 90 degree angles toward each other. The design of the EZ-LB is for easier installation of conductors, consisting of a wider opening on the main body of the fitting. Allowing the conductors being installed to have a larger sending radius while being pulled through the fitting. The EZ-LB cover is secured weather tight when installed on the main body, using an interlocking lip and a grooved edge on both the cover and main body and only needing 1 screw to deem it tamper proof and secured to the main body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2004
    Publication date: November 3, 2005
    Inventors: James Finn, John Schatz, Robert Dew