Patents Represented by Attorney Rhonda L. Barton
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Patent number: 7896368Abstract: The present invention is directed to a generally L-shaped frame assembly or dolly for mechanical devices, such as generators. The assembly includes a first and second frame portions. The first frame portion includes intermediate segments which are substantially equal or greater than the length of the mechanical device so as to protect the device and provide a lifting point for hoisting.Type: GrantFiled: December 2, 2008Date of Patent: March 1, 2011Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventors: Scott Craig, P. Brent Boyd
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Patent number: 7832991Abstract: An air compressor assembly includes a compressor configured to provide a source of compressed air and a manifold assembly removably coupled to the compressor and configured to distribute the compressed air to one or more pneumatic tools. The manifold assembly is configured to be coupled to the compressor via an air conduit when the manifold assembly is detached from the compressor so that the manifold assembly is operable at a location remote from the compressor.Type: GrantFiled: January 12, 2007Date of Patent: November 16, 2010Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventors: Mark Wood, Robert Burkholder, Crandall Barbour, Mike L. Davis, Fred M. Morgan, David W. Robenalt, Dave C. Smith, John W. Hardin, J. Cody Stilwell, Gary White, Stephen J. Vos
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Patent number: 7823575Abstract: A saw includes a base, a table supported above the base and configured to support a workpiece, an arm coupled to and extending above the base, and a saw unit supported by the arm so that the saw unit is disposed above the table. A first rail is fixedly coupled to the base and extends in a longitudinal direction, and a first bearing member is coupled to the table. The first bearing member moves along the first rail so that the table is moveable relative to the base in the longitudinal direction between a cantilevered position and an uncantilevered position, without any movement of the table relative to the first bearing member. The first bearing member is directly in contact with the first rail in both the cantilevered and uncantilevered positions.Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2008Date of Patent: November 2, 2010Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventors: Michael L. O'Banion, Daniel Puzio, Jason D. Hardebeck
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Patent number: 7703487Abstract: A cutterhead for use with a power tool includes a generally cylindrical body with a knife recess extending generally parallel to an axis of the body. The knife recess has a wall at an acute angle to a tangent of the outer surface. Received in the knife recess are a knife and a bar that includes an angled side configured to sandwich the knife between the angled wall of the recess and the angled side of the bar. A pin extends from the bar and is received in an aperture of the knife to align the knife relative to the bar. A threaded height adjustment screw is received in a threaded bore in the bar to adjust a height of the knife with respect to the body. A securing screw is received in a threaded opening in the body to secure the bar and the knife to the body.Type: GrantFiled: September 18, 2006Date of Patent: April 27, 2010Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventors: Jaime Garcia, Jeffrey Weston
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Patent number: 7686046Abstract: The present invention is directed to a mechanism and method for providing above the table securing/unsecuring of a router motor housing. The mechanism of the present invention employs a mechanical connection included on a pivot member to couple with a wrench device extended through the tabletop. The mechanism permits a user to adjust or release the motor housing without having to reach under the table surface.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2007Date of Patent: March 30, 2010Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventors: Greg K. Griffin, Derrick Kilbourne, Randy G. Cooper, Ginger L. Allen
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Patent number: 7654294Abstract: An apparatus for providing convenient grasping of a router adjacent base/motor housing includes a base for supporting a motor housing for driving a working tool. A generally L-shaped handle including a connecting member and grasping member is connected to the base for permitting a user to comfortably manipulate the power tool adjacent the motor housing. In further aspect, a removable a generally L-shaped handle includes a channel extending through the handle for directing dust and debris away from the working tool.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 2008Date of Patent: February 2, 2010Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventors: Randy G. Cooper, Mark A. Etter, Greg K. Griffin, Ginger L. Allen, Derrick Kilbourne, Jeremy D. Leasure
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Patent number: 7608790Abstract: The present invention is directed to a wireless electrical control system for power tool and specifically to a wireless control device for a router. The electrical control system may include a handle suitable for manipulating a router. A switch and a wireless transmitter are disposed in the handle. Communicatively coupled to the transmitter is a wireless receiver capable of receiving the transmissions from the transmitter in the handle. In alternative embodiments the wireless receiver is disposed in the router itself or the receiver is disposed in an outlet unit, which is capable of electrically coupling to the router's electrical cord and an electrical outlet. The wireless receiver of the present invention is capable of controlling the flow of electricity to the electrical system of the router so that the router is capable of being altered from the switch mounted on the handle, thus allowing users to change the power setting while retaining secure control of the router.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 2005Date of Patent: October 27, 2009Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventor: James Patton
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Patent number: 7588400Abstract: A router depth adjustment device includes a shaft with a first and a second end, a handle disposed on the first end of the shaft, for rotating the shaft, and a mechanical connection disposed on the second end. The mechanical connection is configured to couple with a corresponding mechanical connection on a depth adjustment shaft of a router. A depth adjustment indexing system includes an adjustment knob slidably mounted on the shaft and an indexer pivotally mounted to the adjustment knob. The adjustment knob and the indexer are capable of pivoting independently and pivoting simultaneously. The adjustment knob is configured such that rotation of the adjustment knob rotates the shaft.Type: GrantFiled: July 24, 2007Date of Patent: September 15, 2009Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventor: Michael K. Taylor
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Patent number: 7527665Abstract: A compressor including a shroud for at least partially encompassing a component included in a compressor. A recess suitable for accepting at least two differently sized air filters having a similar geometric shaped is formed in the shroud. The compressor/filter system may utilize commonly available air filters which are designed for an unrelated device, but which are suitable for the purpose of filtering air for compressors. A fluid connection may extend between the enclosure forming the recess in the shroud and an inlet included in a compressor pump for pressuring air to a higher pressure. A securing mechanism, such as a panel door, may be implemented for securing an individual air filter in the path of air being drawn into the fluid connection for pressurization by the pump.Type: GrantFiled: September 8, 2005Date of Patent: May 5, 2009Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventor: Mark A. Etter
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Patent number: D589985Type: GrantFiled: July 24, 2008Date of Patent: April 7, 2009Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventor: Craig R. Steinfels
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Patent number: D591131Type: GrantFiled: June 8, 2007Date of Patent: April 28, 2009Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventor: John E. Buck
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Patent number: D591576Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 2007Date of Patent: May 5, 2009Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventor: John E. Buck
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Patent number: D603673Type: GrantFiled: May 5, 2009Date of Patent: November 10, 2009Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventor: Sion Netzler
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Patent number: D603871Type: GrantFiled: November 10, 2008Date of Patent: November 10, 2009Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventors: Craig R. Steinfels, Daniel U. Goodwin
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Patent number: D607291Type: GrantFiled: November 20, 2008Date of Patent: January 5, 2010Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventor: Isabell Rosenau
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Patent number: D609720Type: GrantFiled: November 10, 2006Date of Patent: February 9, 2010Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventor: John E. Buck
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Patent number: D615834Type: GrantFiled: November 25, 2008Date of Patent: May 18, 2010Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventor: Sion Netzler
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Patent number: D618261Type: GrantFiled: December 21, 2009Date of Patent: June 22, 2010Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventor: Joseph C. King
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Patent number: D626569Type: GrantFiled: December 28, 2009Date of Patent: November 2, 2010Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventor: John E. Buck
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Patent number: D633354Type: GrantFiled: March 10, 2010Date of Patent: March 1, 2011Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventor: John E. Buck