Patents by Inventor Michael J. Hummel

Michael J. Hummel 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: 7360493
    Abstract: A pallet is formed of two or more sections formed of plastic materials. The sections are adjustably fixed together using elongated connectors dimensioned to fit closely in channels with each of the connectors extending between a channel of one section and a channel of an adjoining section. The sections and the connectors are adjustably secured together by mechanical fasteners. Spaced apertures are provided through each of the channels and similarly spaced apertures are provided through each of the connectors whereby the dimensions of the pallet are adjustable. Pallets are provided that can be nested in an inverted orientation without increasing the thickness of the inverted pair greater than the thickness of a single pallet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2008
    Assignee: 21st Century Plastics Corporation
    Inventors: Michael J. Hummel, John P. Conner, Gregory D. Dobie, Craig G. Wright