Patents Assigned to F. M. Brick Industries, Inc.
  • Apparatus and method for illuminating the scene of an emergency
    Patent number: 6092911
    Abstract: An emergency vehicle includes an extendable ladder and a compartment for storing a kit containing a source of light and a cable. When the vehicle arrives at the scene of an emergency, the ladder is partially extended, and the kit is removed from the compartment. The source of light is then suspended from the ladder, near the distal end of the ladder, and the cable is connected between the source of light and a source of power. The ladder is then extended and elevated. The method provides light in hard-to-reach places, regardless of whether the accident scene already is lighted. The kit preferably includes cable support hangers which aid in suspending the cable along the length of the ladder. When the emergency work is complete, the components of the kit may be removed and stored in the vehicle. In another embodiment, the kit includes a unitary frame which holds a generator and a plurality of lamps. The kit does not interfere with the operation of the vehicle, and substantially extends its capability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 1998
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2000
    Assignee: F. M. Brick Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Harry R. Baker, III, Francis M. Brick
  • High-power rescue tool
    Patent number: 4531289
    Abstract: The invention comprises a hydraulic rescue tool which is useful in extricating victims form traffic accidents. The tool can perform three basic functions: pushing, pulling, and cutting. The tool comprises a pair of pivotably mounted arms connected to each other within a common yoke. The arms are forced together or apart by a hydraulically operated piston. Attached to the arms are a pair of cutting blades. The arms are made of a graphite laminate composite material for increased strength.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 1983
    Date of Patent: July 30, 1985
    Assignee: F. M. Brick Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Francis M. Brick
  • High-power rescue tool
    Patent number: RE33002
    Abstract: The invention comprises a hydraulic rescue tool which is useful in extricating victims .[.form.]. .Iadd.from .Iaddend.traffic accidents. The tool can perform three basic functions: pushing, pulling, and cutting. The tool comprises a pair of pivotably mounted arms connected to each other within a common yoke. The arms are forced together or apart by a hydraulically operated piston. Attached to the arms are a pair of cutting blades. The arms are made of a graphite laminate composite material for increased strength.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 1987
    Date of Patent: August 1, 1989
    Assignee: F. M. Brick Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Francis M. Brick