Patents Represented by Attorney Kenneth J. Hovet

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  • Pliers gripping band
    Patent number: 4697482
    Abstract: A flexible C-shaped band with a pliers engagement opening at each free end. The openings are in alignment with the center axis of the band. An elongated handle extends transversly from the band longitudinal axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 1986
    Date of Patent: October 6, 1987
    Inventor: Robert A. Hutton
  • Spill collector assembly for liquid storage vessels
    Patent number: 4696330
    Abstract: A receptacle for accumulating spilled liquids about the inlet pipe of a storage tank is slidably fitted within a stationary housing. The receptacle includes an outlet spout connected to the inlet pipe. A center pipe fits within the spout for connection to a supply line. Liquid flows from the supply line through the center pipe into the tank inlet pipe. Spillage is collected in the receptacle and, if desired, permitted to flow into the tank via valved passages in the receptacle bottom.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 1986
    Date of Patent: September 29, 1987
    Inventors: Charles J. Raudman, Philip E. Smith
  • Road coating method and apparatus
    Patent number: 4684289
    Abstract: A truck having a road oil spreader is equipped with an apparatus for simultaneous application of oil and paving fabric to the road surface. The apparatus includes an assembly for engaging a roll of paving fabric comprising adjustable cone arms mounted on a collapsible boom that rotatably hold the core section of the fabric roll. The fabric is drawn over an idler shaft and beneath a series of longitudinally aligned brushes. The shaft and brushes are connected to each opposing end of the oil spreader by a removable outwardly extending side framework. The framework includes joint and connection means that permit longitudinal and angular adjustment of the idler shaft and brushes. As oil is sprayed over the road surface, the fabric unrolls and becomes embedded in the oil by action of the brushes pushing the fabric into the oil-coated surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 1986
    Date of Patent: August 4, 1987
    Inventor: Edward C. Gnesa
  • Axially actuated hose clamp
    Patent number: 4675949
    Abstract: A clamp for a hose comprising a drum which is confined for rotation within a clip. The axis of rotation of the drum is aligned with the longitudinal axis of the hose. Bands, which are connected to the clip and encircle the hose, are attached to the drum. A bolt or screw head axially accessible at an end of the drum is rotated by a tool to wind the bands onto the drum and tighten them against the hose. The clip includes latch members that engage gears on the drum to maintain tension on the bands and prevent unwanted backwinding.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 7, 1986
    Date of Patent: June 30, 1987
    Inventor: Tony R. DaCosta
  • Fluorescent light fixture with removable ballast
    Patent number: 4674015
    Abstract: A ballast removably insertable into an enclosure of a fluorescent light fixture casing. The ballast utilizes electrical contact tabs for engagement with corresponding tabs within the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 1986
    Date of Patent: June 16, 1987
    Inventor: Daniel R. Smith
  • Multi-position therapy cushions
    Patent number: 4635306
    Abstract: Therapy cushions are provided having angular body supporting surfaces. The cushions can be juxtapositioned to orient patients in various positions for achieving effective bronchial drainage. First and second cushions have two adjoining 90.degree. abutment surfaces with corresponding abutment corners. Each of the surfaces terminate at flattened end areas from which extend body-contacting sloping portions. The sloping portion of one cushion is indented and includes a predetermined inclined surface. A wedge cushion may be used to tilt the patient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 1985
    Date of Patent: January 13, 1987
    Assignees: Rose L. Arnold, Ned M. Rafter
    Inventor: Donald E. Willey
  • Container with registration rib
    Patent number: 4630744
    Abstract: The lower sidewall portion of a round container is provided with an exterior rib. The rib provides a positive registration point for silk screening equipment used to apply multi-colored designs on the container sidewalls. The rib extends outwardly from a recessed sidewall and is coextensive with the container axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 1985
    Date of Patent: December 23, 1986
    Assignee: Thermo-Serv, Inc.
    Inventor: Edgar F. Trombly
  • Pressure relief and shut-off valve
    Patent number: 4629156
    Abstract: A combination valve for relieving excess pressure while also stopping downstream gas flow. A pull-type valve core is mounted within the gas flow passage of a valve body. It includes an actuating plunger operatively connected to a poppet that overlies the valve core and sealingly reciprocates against an upper portion of the valve body. The poppet includes a head portion with a central orifice. The poppet seats against an inner surface of a vented housing which encloses the poppet, valve core and valve body. A spring biases the poppet to its seated position allowing normal gas flow through the central orifice and valve core. Excessive gas pressure will overcome the spring force and allow the excess to vent out the housing. Unseating of the poppet also allows the actuating plunger to close the valve core and stop gas flow to downstream equipment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 1984
    Date of Patent: December 16, 1986
    Assignee: Century Tool & Manufacturing Co.
    Inventors: Thomas K. Anderson, Carl E. Finley
  • Tank and valve cover with transporting assembly
    Patent number: 4624495
    Abstract: A hollow cylindrical-shaped cover member having a rounded end for enclosing the valve end of a tank containing compressed gases. The interior end portion is cut-away to house the valve assembly. The interior surface is ribbed and the sidewall is slotted to allow contraction thereof for frictional engagement with the tank. A locking device is used for contracting the sidewall and the cover member includes a handle and tote means for carrying the tank. A portable boot with wheels for engagement with the tank bottom is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 1985
    Date of Patent: November 25, 1986
    Inventor: Gary L. Marsh
  • Carrying case
    Patent number: 4598746
    Abstract: A soft-sided semi-rigid case with carrying strap and hinged cover. The sidewalls include inner stiffening material overlaid with insulative material. The assembly is enclosed and sealed with flexible plastic. A presealed bottom having an upraised cushion area comprising an inner stiffening member overlaid with insulative material and encased with flexible plastic is provided. The bottom includes a peripheral flange of plastic. The flange is sealed to the outer lower edge of the sidewall plastic. The cover includes an insert portion formed of insulative material and stiffening members. It also is enclosed and sealed with flexible plastic material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 1985
    Date of Patent: July 8, 1986
    Assignee: Nappe Babcock Co.
    Inventor: Harold Rabinowitz
  • Portable liquid storage tank
    Patent number: 4589565
    Abstract: A self-supporting transportable storage vessel having a capacity in the range of 100 to 700 barrels. The flat vessel sidewalls are at least five feet high and corrugated with a corrugation width to depth ratio of less than 7:1. A vessel floor is provided having an underlying peripheral frame with cross members and foundation stringers. The vessel may be transported by attachment to truck and wheel assemblies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 1985
    Date of Patent: May 20, 1986
    Inventor: Bruce T. Spivey
  • Releasable wheel axle device
    Patent number: 4582448
    Abstract: An assembly for allowing quick removal of a wheel from a vehicle is provided. The original wheel axle is replaced with an elongated axle which is adapted to extend through a block clamped to the vehicle frame. The block includes a spring-biased plunger which interfits with an annular groove at the end of the axle to lock the wheel and axle in place. The plunger is withdrawn from the groove to release the axle and allow one to readily remove the wheel.Alternately, an indented shaft fits within the groove to lock the axle. Upon rotation of the shaft to align the indentation over the groove, the axle may be released and withdrawn from the block.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 1983
    Date of Patent: April 15, 1986
    Inventors: William D. Costello, Charles J. Helton, III
  • Bottle cap and handle assembly
    Patent number: 4579237
    Abstract: A bottle cap having sidewalls that extend over the recessed neck area of a five gallon water bottle in combination with a handle having a bottleneck engagement cradle. The cradle encompasses portions of the cap sidewalls when positioned about the neck recess. When the water bottle is lifted by the handle, the cap sidewalls will be pressed against the neck recessed area. The cap includes an inner ring that abuts against the inner surfaces of the bottle opening and prevents distortion of the neck during lifting of the bottle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 1985
    Date of Patent: April 1, 1986
    Inventor: Paul L. Gagnon
  • Storage battery cover
    Patent number: 4562126
    Abstract: A cover for an electric storage battery casing having a slide member that is longitudinally adjustable to permit alignment of fill openings formed in the member over electrolyte inlets. The inlets have individual sealing means that cooperate with the slide member underside to close each inlet during battery use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 1984
    Date of Patent: December 31, 1985
    Inventors: Armand N. Chartrain, Lee A. Genne
  • Container and closure assembly
    Patent number: 4561562
    Abstract: A container is provided having a snap-on closure with an inner sealing flange. The container has a simple flared rim of uniform thickness and an underlying base ring for support. The closure sealingly engages the rim at the top and opposite sides thereof and includes an annular shoulder for supporting and positioning the base ring of a like container for stacking.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 1984
    Date of Patent: December 31, 1985
    Assignee: Thermo-Serv, Inc.
    Inventor: Edgar F. Trombly
  • Ampoule holder
    Patent number: D282206
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 1983
    Date of Patent: January 14, 1986
    Inventors: Stephen R. Roy, Harry G. Schumacher
  • Arm warmer garment
    Patent number: D286341
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 1983
    Date of Patent: October 28, 1986
    Inventor: Euseibio Manzano, Jr.
  • Wine glass
    Patent number: D288512
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 1985
    Date of Patent: March 3, 1987
    Assignee: Thermo-Serv, Inc.
    Inventor: Edgar F. Trombly
  • Therapy cushion
    Patent number: D289354
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 1985
    Date of Patent: April 21, 1987
    Assignees: Rose L. Arnold, Ned M. Rafter
    Inventor: Donald E. Willey
  • Battery post clamp
    Patent number: D289632
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 1984
    Date of Patent: May 5, 1987
    Inventors: Armand N. Chartrain, Lee A. Genne