Patents Assigned to Richard W. Tingle
  • Patent number: 4647107
    Abstract: A patio table (10) with attached benches (22) which converts into two completely separate benches (22) with attached backs is disclosed. FIGS. 1 and 2 show the convertible patio table (10) in its assembled configuration. Table top (12) comprises two table top halves (14), having top members (16) attached to top rails (18). FIG. 3 shows the table (10) is transition from its assembled position to its fully disassembled position. FIG. 4 shows the table (10) fully disassembled into two separate benches (22). The backs of benches (22) are formed by unfastening latches (20) and pivoting table top halves (14) and table top support members (24) upward and rearward about bolts (26). Benches (22) comprise top bench members 28, bench rails (30), end bench members (32), foot rails (34) and stops (36). FIG. 5 shows a larger convertible patio table (50) which comprises a convertible patio table (10) assembled together with two table halves (42) of a shorter convertible patio table (40).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 5, 1984
    Date of Patent: March 3, 1987
    Assignee: Richard W. Tingle
    Inventors: Bobby R. Hoover, Roy G. Fanning