Patents by Inventor Kelly S. Needham, Sr.

Kelly S. Needham, Sr. 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).

  • Universal adapter for liquid dispensers
    Patent number: 5533651
    Abstract: An apparatus is provided for adapting a liquid dispenser to accept a liquid container, regardless of the container's closure. The adapter utilizes a flexible fitting and/or a cammed fitting which allows it to securely fit a large number of dispensers. Also, the adapter utilizes a releasable detent connection which allows the adapter to be easily installed and removed from the dispenser.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 1994
    Date of Patent: July 9, 1996
    Inventors: John W. Eddy, David F. Hutchinson, Kelly S. Needham, Sr.