Patents Represented by Attorney Michael C. Smith

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  • Method for lubricating cable in a dry curing system
    Patent number: 4356139
    Abstract: Disclosed is a method for continuously lubricating cable during continuous dry curing of cable insulation and insulation shield to reduce friction between the cable surface and the dry curing apparatus, thereby eliminating cable oscillation and vibration and increasing product quality and the speed of production, comprising coating insulation compound pellets and insulation shield compound pellets with incompatible lubricant immediately prior to extrusion of insulation and insulation shield on to the cable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 1980
    Date of Patent: October 26, 1982
    Assignee: Southwire Company
    Inventors: Bobby A. Rowland, Stanley L. Tate, Michael C. Smith
  • Snap in wire guide housing
    Patent number: 4317549
    Abstract: Disclosed is a snap in wire guide housing constructed of an elastomer material for use in securing a conventional metallic wire guide to a metal housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 1980
    Date of Patent: March 2, 1982
    Assignee: Southwire Company
    Inventors: O. Leon Thomas, Eddie S. Baughn