Patents by Inventor Michael J. Uhrin

Michael J. Uhrin 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).

  • Apparatus for lifting pipes and other objects
    Patent number: 5820186
    Abstract: An apparatus for lifting pipe including an arm having a substantially rectangular cross-section, and a substantially cylindrical body portion pivotally mounted to the arm. The apparatus is designed to be inserted into the standard lift port of a pipe section. In addition, a handle may be attached to the arm to more easily carry and to guide the apparatus into the lifting port. The apparatus allows a single worker to quickly and efficiently lift pipe sections, while reducing the possibility of injury.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 1997
    Date of Patent: October 13, 1998
    Inventors: John W. Schmitz, Jr., Michael J. Uhrin