Patents Represented by Attorney Bateman IP Law Group
  • Patent number: 8016291
    Abstract: A multifunction target actuator allows a bullet target to be selectively presented to a shooter such that a first side may be presented, a second side opposite the first side may be presented, and the target may be oriented so as not to be presented to the shooter. The actuator allows for quick and accurate movement of the target.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2011
    Assignee: Action Target Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas Wright, Thomas Marshall, Kyle Bateman
  • Patent number: 8011398
    Abstract: A dust shroud for gas powered circular saws allows for mounting to a circular saw and for use therewith out hindering the use of the saw. The shroud does not interfere with the ability to operate the saw or set the saw on the ground, and effectively collects dust and debris without reducing the depth of cut.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2011
    Assignee: Dustless Depot, LLC
    Inventors: Michael Loveless, Spencer Loveless
  • Patent number: 7997032
    Abstract: A snow guard and snow guard cover are provided which allow the cover to be attached to the snow guard to conceal the snow guard from view. The cover allows the snow guard to better match the finish of the roof, and protects the snow guard from sunlight.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 5, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2011
    Assignee: Pioneer Metal, Inc.
    Inventors: Matthew Riley, Yancy Whipple
  • Patent number: 7998121
    Abstract: An automatic safety occluder provides an occluder for an infusion set that is biased in a closed position until an electrical signal is received that causes the occluder to open. Should the occluder fail to be installed correctly, or if power is removed, the occluder will return to its biased closed position, preventing free flow. The occluder may also be placed in an integrated unit such that the automatic safety occluder may attach to the tubing as a unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 5, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2011
    Assignee: ZEVEX, Inc.
    Inventor: Mark Stringham
  • Patent number: 7987722
    Abstract: An ultrasonic sensor for detecting the presence of air or liquid uses flex circuits for connecting the ceramic element to the driver circuitry. The sensor provides improved transmission of ultrasonic signals between the ceramic element and the adjacent material, providing greater flexibility in using the sensor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 2, 2011
    Assignee: ZEVEX, Inc.
    Inventor: Chris Hills
  • Patent number: 7976513
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for preventing free flow through an infusion set utilizes an occluder disposed within the infusion set to selectively prevent flow therethrough. The occluder may be responsive to a pressure differential within the infusion set or may respond to compression of the infusion set. When a pair of occluders are used in sequence, an in-line pump may be formed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2011
    Assignee: Zevex, Inc.
    Inventors: David Cise, David J. McNally, Kent F. Beck
  • Patent number: 7958767
    Abstract: A dent removal tool for removing dents from automobile panels is provided. The tool includes a body with a handle on one end and a rest plate for contacting the body panel on the opposite end. A clamp for gripping one or more studs which have been welded to the body panel is located between the handle and the rest plate. The tool gives an automobile repair technician a high degree of mechanical advantage and control in removing dents from body panels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2011
    Inventor: Hamid Janversan
  • Patent number: 7950666
    Abstract: An omnidirectional target system includes a target movable between a retracted position and an extended position and an actuation mechanism for moving the target to the extended position, the target and the actuation mechanism being releaseable so that the target can be moved back into the retracted position despite movement of the actuation mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2011
    Assignee: Action Target Inc.
    Inventors: Nicholas Stincelli, Kyle Bateman, Tom Wright, David Bassett
  • Patent number: 7950687
    Abstract: An improved wheelbarrow places the bucket at ground level when at rest. The wheelbarrow frame beneath the bucket rests on the ground while the wheelbarrow is at rest. The wheelbarrow wheel is lifted off of the ground at rest. The wheelbarrow provides greatly improved stability both at rest and while moving the wheelbarrow.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 15, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2011
    Inventor: Loren Ludlow
  • Patent number: 7931022
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for delivering a plurality of medication includes providing first and second medicament on a medicament pack in separate containers for preventing either medicament from interfering with the stability of the other. In accordance with the method, the medicaments are preferably delivered in a single inhalation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 26, 2011
    Assignee: Respirks, Inc.
    Inventors: Keith A. Johnson, Robert A. Casper, David L. Gardner
  • Patent number: 7921718
    Abstract: An optical pressure monitoring system includes a tube from an infusion set and an optical signal sensor disposed to detect changes in the diameter of the tube and thereby determine pressure changes within the tube. By selecting the position of the tube relative to the optical signal emitter and optical signal receiver, the optical signal sensor can both detect pressure changes and provide an integrity check for both the functioning of the optical signal sensor and the placement of the tube. By modifying the tube to exaggerate changes in tube diameter responsive to pressure changes, the sensitivity of the optical signal sensor can be increased.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2011
    Assignee: Zevex, Inc.
    Inventors: James A. Malmstrom, Kent F. Beck, Scott D. Miles
  • Patent number: 7922254
    Abstract: A prisoner seat security device includes a retractable strap which attaches to a prisoner, preferably by a restraint device on the prisoner, such as hand-cuffs. As the prisoner sits in the seat, the strap retracts. The officer can then lock the retraction mechanism so that the strap will not extend and the prisoner is held in place. When it is desired for the prisoner to get out of the chair, the lock is released, allowing the prisoner to stand and the strap to be disconnected.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2011
    Inventors: Keith D. Squires, Omar L. Issa
  • Patent number: 7914004
    Abstract: A multifunction target actuator allows a bullet target to be selectively presented to a shooter such that a first side may be presented, a second side opposite the first side may be presented, and the target may be oriented so as not to be presented to the shooter. The actuator allows for quick and accurate movement of the target.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 16, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2011
    Assignee: Action Target Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas Wright, Thomas Marshall, Kyle Bateman
  • Patent number: 7882653
    Abstract: A novel method at least includes: receiving at least one placement offer for the placement of an advertisement, the offer including proposed consideration; accepting an placement order; and displaying an advertisement which is the subject of an accepted placement order on a plurality of mobile, changeable advertising message displays carried by a plurality of coordinated automobiles, which changeable displays are capable of displaying more than one separate message at different times. Each changeable message display at least includes: a visual display; a multiple advertising message generator coupled to the visual display, the multiple message generator adapted to generate a plurality of different messages; and an message selector adapted to select a current message to be displayed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2011
    Assignee: Frog Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Eslee Buckley Barlow
  • Patent number: 7866516
    Abstract: The invention relates to a roof rack (1) for a vehicle having at least one tubular rail (2) extending essentially at a distance from the roof of the vehicle and at least two supports (5) at the ends of the rail to attach the roof rack (1) to the vehicle roof, where the rail (2) is shaped in its end areas (3) to have a curve (4) and in the area of each curve (4) is held from below by the support (5) which can be attached to the rail (2), the underside (11) of said support—when viewed in cross-section—forming a flat supporting surface (12) for a matching surface (13) on the rail (2).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2011
    Assignee: Hans und Ottmar Binder GmbH Oberflachenveredelung
    Inventors: Hans Binder, Ottmar Binder
  • Patent number: 7832349
    Abstract: A foil guard for sporting devices having hydrofoils covers the exposed edges of the foils and thereby prevents damage to persons or property from accidental contact with the foils. The guard may include cords or elastics to secure the guard to the foils, and may float in water to prevent loss of the guard.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 23, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 16, 2010
    Inventor: Stephen W. Dansie
  • Patent number: 7828777
    Abstract: A sealing element is suggested, in particular one for closing primary packaging for medications, that has at least two parts, which touch each other at least in some areas. This is characterized in that steam-permeable channels are provided for sterilization of the contact surfaces. In addition, a method is suggested for manufacturing a syringe system with a sealing element. This is characterized by the steps—preliminary assembly of the sealing element, —sterilization of the sealing element, —final assembly of the sealing element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 9, 2010
    Assignee: Arzneimittel GmbH Apotheker Vetter & Co
    Inventors: Udo J. Vetter, Joachim Glocker, Walter Schwarz
  • Patent number: 7818992
    Abstract: A universal air bubble detector allows for use with a variety of sizes and types of tubing. The detector maintains proper alignment of a sensor emitter and receiver with different sizes of tubing. The detector may be mounted on existing equipment or may be used to monitor a tubing at any position along the tubing, and may operate in a stand alone mode or in combination with existing equipment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 26, 2010
    Assignee: Zevex, Inc.
    Inventors: Timothy A. Riley, Mark D. Stringham, David H. Blaine, Frank A. Crandall, Philip N. Eggers
  • Patent number: D634005
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2011
    Assignee: Zevex, Inc.
    Inventor: Kent Beck
  • Patent number: D635664
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2011
    Assignee: Zevex, Inc.
    Inventor: Kent Beck