Patents Assigned to Augustus Fire Tool.TM., Inc.
  • Patent number: 5409067
    Abstract: A portable fire fighting tool that is connectable to a portable fire extinguisher is described. This tool comprises a penetrating head with a removable, sharp cutting element thereon and wherein the penetrating head is preferably connected at 90.degree. to a linear, hollow handle. At the opposite end of the handle a quick connect device may be used to connect a portable fire extinguisher and the handle together. This tool is especially useful in fighting an automobile or truck engine or trunk compartment fire when the automobile or truck is locked preventing entry into the engine compartment or the trunk. By forcing the penetrating head down and through the sheet metal of the engine or trunk compartment, the cutting element cuts through the sheet metal. When the fire extinguisher is discharged, the fire extinguishing agent (e.g. foam, water, dry chemical, Halon .RTM. or CO.sub.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 1994
    Date of Patent: April 25, 1995
    Assignee: Augustus Fire Tool.TM., Inc.
    Inventors: John Esposito, Norman E. Atwater