Patents Assigned to Houston Systems, Inc.
  • Pipe handling system for vessels
    Patent number: 4033465
    Abstract: A pipe handling system mounted on a pipe laying vessel for moving pipe from the hold of the vessel into the decks in position for attachment as part of underwater pipeline.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 1974
    Date of Patent: July 5, 1977
    Assignee: Houston Systems, Inc.
    Inventor: Joe C. Stine
  • Single line davit
    Patent number: 3961713
    Abstract: A new and improved davit utilizing a single line which is mounted onto a rotating drum supported by opposing spaced frame members, which frame members are mounted onto a rotatable base, which rotatable base is rotated by a motordriven pinion in engagement with a stationary, circular rack mounted about the rotatable base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 1974
    Date of Patent: June 8, 1976
    Assignee: Houston Systems, Inc.
    Inventor: Joe C. Stine