Patents Assigned to Good Earth Tools, Inc.
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Patent number: 7513676Abstract: A method of extending the life of an extruder screw by affixing tiles of wear-resistant material along the crest of the extruder screw flighting threads, and optionally grinding the hardened material to remove any sharp edges. In another configuration of the present invention, plates of wear-resistant material are secured to the leading edges of the extruder screw threads to further prolong the life of the extruder screw.Type: GrantFiled: May 5, 2005Date of Patent: April 7, 2009Assignee: Good Earth Tools, Inc.Inventors: Edward Williams, Alan Eugene Kirkland
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Publication number: 20080102149Abstract: A die assembly and a process for using the die assembly is disclosed. The die plate is made of a material that is somewhat resistant to cracking when subjected to pressure of an extrudate material from behind the die assembly. A series of recesses are arranged about the circumference of the die plate, into which dies of a more hardened material are secured. Holes conforming to the shape of the desired extrudate are drilled through the die plate and dies. The surface of the dies is ground smooth so that there is consistent, even contact between the dies and the mechanism used for cutting the extrudate as it is pushed out of the holes in the dies.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 3, 2008Publication date: May 1, 2008Applicant: GOOD EARTH TOOLS, INC.Inventor: Edward Williams
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Patent number: 7316557Abstract: A die assembly and a process for using the die assembly is disclosed. The die plate is made of a material that is somewhat resistant to cracking when subjected to pressure of an extrudate material from behind the die assembly. A series of recesses are arranged about the circumference of the die plate, into which dies of a more hardened material are secured. Holes conforming to the shape of the desired extrudate are drilled through the die plate and dies. The surface of the dies is ground smooth so that there is consistent, even contact between the dies and the mechanism used for cutting the extrudate as it is pushed out of the holes in the dies.Type: GrantFiled: May 5, 2005Date of Patent: January 8, 2008Assignee: Good Earth Tools, Inc.Inventor: Edward Williams
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Patent number: 7114584Abstract: A hollow auger head assembly for penetrating geological formations that utilizes drill bit assemblies to which both blades and finger bits are attached. The method of securing the individual drill bit assemblies to the auger head reduces incidents of the drill bit assembly becoming detached from the auger head during drilling operations. Additionally, a rust-resistant attachment mechanism is used attach the drill bit assemblies to the auger head, which makes the drill bit assemblies easier to remove and replace. The configuration and arrangement of the bits improves cutting efficiency, increases wear life and reduces the likelihood of the bits breaking during operation.Type: GrantFiled: August 8, 2005Date of Patent: October 3, 2006Assignee: Good Earth Tools, Inc.Inventors: Raymond W. Burns, Anthony James Regna
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Patent number: 6991432Abstract: Attaching a labyrinth seal composed of wear-resistant material to the surfaces of rotating equipment subject to wear can increase the life of the rotating equipment and reduce down-time for equipment maintenance and repairs.Type: GrantFiled: August 20, 2003Date of Patent: January 31, 2006Assignee: Good Earth Tools, Inc.Inventor: Edward Williams
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Publication number: 20050249834Abstract: A die assembly and a process for using the die assembly is disclosed. The die plate is made of a material that is somewhat resistant to cracking when subjected to pressure of an extrudate material from behind the die assembly. A series of recesses are arranged about the circumference of the die plate, into which dies of a more hardened material are secured. Holes conforming to the shape of the desired extrudate are drilled through the die plate and dies. The surface of the dies is ground smooth so that there is consistent, even contact between the dies and the mechanism used for cutting the extrudate as it is pushed out of the holes in the dies.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 5, 2005Publication date: November 10, 2005Applicant: Good Earth Tools Inc.Inventor: Edward Williams
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Publication number: 20050249030Abstract: A method of extending the life of an extruder screw by affixing tiles of wear-resistant material along the crest of the extruder screw flighting threads, and optionally grinding the hardened material to remove any sharp edges. In another configuration of the present invention, plates of wear-resistant material are secured to the leading edges of the extruder screw threads to further prolong the life of the extruder screw.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 5, 2005Publication date: November 10, 2005Applicant: Good Earth Tools, Inc.Inventor: Edward Williams
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Patent number: 6951258Abstract: A hollow auger head assembly for penetrating geological formations that utilizes drill bit assemblies to which both blades and finger bits are attached. The method of securing the individual drill bit assemblies to the auger head reduces incidents of the drill bit assembly becoming detached from the auger head during drilling operations. Additionally, a rust-resistant attachment mechanism is used attach the drill bit assemblies to the auger head, which makes the drill bit assemblies easier to remove and replace. The configuration and arrangement of the bits improves cutting efficiency, increases wear life and reduces the likelihood of the bits breaking during operation.Type: GrantFiled: March 12, 2004Date of Patent: October 4, 2005Assignee: Good Earth Tools, Inc.Inventors: Raymond W. Burns, Anthony James Regna
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Publication number: 20040173380Abstract: A hollow auger head assembly for penetrating geological formations that utilizes drill bit assemblies to which both blades and finger bits are attached. The method of securing the individual drill bit assemblies to the auger head reduces incidents of the drill bit assembly becoming detached from the auger head during drilling operations. Additionally, a rust-resistant attachment mechanism is used attach the drill bit assemblies to the auger head, which makes the drill bit assemblies easier to remove and replace. The configuration and arrangement of the bits improves cutting efficiency, increases wear life and reduces the likelihood of the bits breaking during operation.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 12, 2004Publication date: September 9, 2004Applicant: Good Earth Tools, Inc.Inventors: Raymond W. Burns, Anthony James Regna
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Patent number: 6739411Abstract: A hollow auger head assembly for penetrating geological formations that utilizes drill bit assemblies to which both blades and finger bits are attached. The method of securing the individual drill bit assemblies to the auger head reduces incidents of the drill bit assembly becoming detached from the auger head during drilling operations. Additionally, a rust-resistant attachment mechanism is used attach the drill bit assemblies to the auger head, which makes the drill bit assemblies easier to remove and replace. The configuration and arrangement of the bits improves cutting efficiency, increases wear life and reduces the likelihood of the bits breaking during operation.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2002Date of Patent: May 25, 2004Assignee: Good Earth Tools, Inc.Inventors: Raymond W. Burns, Anthony James Regna
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Publication number: 20040033134Abstract: Attaching a labyrinth seal composed of wear-resistant material to the surfaces of rotating equipment subject to wear can increase the life of the rotating equipment and reduce down-time for equipment maintenance and repairs.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 20, 2003Publication date: February 19, 2004Applicant: Good Earth Tools, Inc.Inventor: Edward Williams
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Publication number: 20040000432Abstract: A hollow auger head assembly for penetrating geological formations that utilizes drill bit assemblies to which both blades and finger bits are attached. The method of securing the individual drill bit assemblies to the auger head reduces incidents of the drill bit assembly becoming detached from the auger head during drilling operations. Additionally, a rust-resistant attachment mechanism is used attach the drill bit assemblies to the auger head, which makes the drill bit assemblies easier to remove and replace. The configuration and arrangement of the bits improves cutting efficiency, increases wear life and reduces the likelihood of the bits breaking during operation.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2002Publication date: January 1, 2004Applicant: Good Earth Tools, Inc.Inventors: Raymond W. Burns, Anthony James Regna
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Patent number: 6648601Abstract: Attaching a labyrinth seal composed of wear-resistant material to the surfaces of rotating equipment subject to wear can increase the life of the rotating equipment and reduce downtime for equipment maintenance and repairs.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 2001Date of Patent: November 18, 2003Assignee: Good Earth Tools, Inc.Inventor: Edward Williams