Patents by Inventor Steve Hilbun

Steve Hilbun 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).

  • Method and system for killing fire ants
    Patent number: 4768306
    Abstract: A method and device for killing fire ants in a mound comprising a shroud which will fit over the mound and conform to the contour of the ground. The shroud is provided with a relief valve, a tube or hose for admitting an exhaust gas into the shroud and a handle for lifting the device. Exhaust gases directed into the mound and into cavities made by the fire ants will exterminate the ants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 1987
    Date of Patent: September 6, 1988
    Inventor: Steve Hilbun