Patents by Inventor Steven L. Hein

Steven L. Hein 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).

  • Turf machine lockable brake mechanism
    Patent number: 5415059
    Abstract: An improved double-roller traction lever lock mechanism is provided which allows for operator positioning of the turf machine traction levers in a locked brake position in addition to a neutral or drive position. Positioning of the traction levers in the brake, neutral or drive positions is assured through the use two rolling element bearings associated with a traction lever lock plate to provide positive operator noticeable detent. In the drive position, the traction levers may be freely moved to operate the turf machine in either drive, neutral or brake at the operator's command.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 1993
    Date of Patent: May 16, 1995
    Assignee: Ransomes American Corporation
    Inventors: Steven L. Hein, Mark J. Wegner