Patents by Inventor Jules Elkind

Jules Elkind 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: 5702138
    Abstract: An animal refuse collector/carrier device consisting of a long rectangular plastic container having a hinged cover at its top with a long rigid carrying handle attached to the cover. Included is a shovel with a collection scoop that is stored inside the container and secured to the handle. A disposable plastic bag is placed inside the container to hold animal feces retrieved using the shovel. The carrying handle includes a hook for fastening a leash while walking a pet. All the materials used, except for the shovel handle, are made of hard plastic and molded to obtain smooth surfaces for easy cleaning. The device is light in weight and inexpensive.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 30, 1997
    Inventor: Jules Elkind