Patents Assigned to Ridge Tool Company
  • THREADING TOOLS
    Publication number: 20170100791
    Abstract: Various tools are described which can be used for applying axial force to a die head such as during a thread forming operation performed on a pipe. The tools include provisions for selectively dispensing liquid agents such as oil or cutting agents to the die head or region of interest. The tools also include a member adapted for contacting an end face of a die head and transferring axial force thereto.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 8, 2016
    Publication date: April 13, 2017
    Applicant: Ridge Tool Company
    Inventors: James E. Hamm, Donald A. Haradem
  • Basin wrench
    Patent number: 9616555
    Abstract: A basin wrench is described having a telescoping assembly, pivotal jaws, a light, and a removable T-bar assembly. The wrench includes a polymeric housing having a contoured gripping region. The T-bar assembly includes a pivotally mounted hub and bar slidably retained within the hub. The T-bar assembly can be placed in a stowed position in which the bar is positioned alongside the housing. The wrench also includes magnetic retaining provisions to retain the T-bar assembly in its stowed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2017
    Assignee: Ridge Tool Company
    Inventors: Glen R. Chartier, Harald Krondorfer, Robert Englert
  • Work tools having interchangeable work heads
    Patent number: 9573263
    Abstract: A hand-held hydraulic assembly includes a work tool having a hydraulic cylinder or main body, a ram piston disposed in the hydraulic main body and a spring or other biasing member mounted on the ram piston. An interchangeable work head is selectively engaged to the ram piston of the work tool. The ram piston is axially displaceable in the main body for actuating the work head. A quick release coupling mounted to the work tool releasably connects the interchangeable work head to the work tool.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2017
    Assignee: Ridge Tool Company
    Inventors: Richard R. Bowles, Robert M. Baracskai, Beat Schweizer, Rudolf Kreuzer, Marc Lütolf
  • Tool stand
    Patent number: 9481077
    Abstract: A selectively attachable tool stand is described. The stand can be attached to the head of a tool and enables the tool to be positioned on a work surface or the ground while maintaining a desired orientation for the tool head. The stand can also be removed or detached from the tool. The stand also supports the tool in an inclined orientation which can occur during use of the tool. The tool stand can be used with a variety of tools including manually operated crimp tools.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 1, 2016
    Assignee: Ridge Tool Company
    Inventors: Andreea Gabriela Bodola, Stefan Ionut Craciun, Ionut Toparcean, Sorin Dan Mascas, Cosmin Valeriu Popa
  • Gripping tools
    Patent number: 9475640
    Abstract: A tool for selective attachment to pipe or other elongated objects. The tool includes a handgrip for gripping the tool by hand, which is attached to a base. The tool includes a flexible fastener or strap for wrapping around the pipe, and a tensioner for exerting tension on the fastener to clamp the pipe between the fastener and the base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2016
    Assignee: Ridge Tool Company
    Inventors: Josh Sooy, Harald Krondorfer, Prasad Patil, Richard R. Bowles
  • Replaceable gripping inserts for wrenches
    Patent number: 9434055
    Abstract: Gripping inserts used in a wrench having a collection of moveably positionable jaws which is pivotally affixed to a handle are described. The wrench and gripping inserts find particular application in drilling industries. Also described are particular materials and characteristics for the gripping inserts. In addition, methods for configuring and/or sizing the gripping inserts are described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2016
    Assignee: Ridge Tool Company
    Inventors: James Tunningley, Jason J. Boggs, Glen R. Chartier
  • TOOL STAND
    Publication number: 20150252937
    Abstract: A selectively attachable tool stand is described. The stand can be attached to the head of a tool and enables the tool to be positioned on a work surface or the ground while maintaining a desired orientation for the tool head. The stand can also be removed or detached from the tool. The stand also supports the tool in an inclined orientation which can occur during use of the tool. The tool stand can be used with a variety of tools including manually operated crimp tools.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2015
    Publication date: September 10, 2015
    Applicant: Ridge Tool Company
    Inventors: Andreea Gabriela Bodola, Stefan Ionut Craciun, Ionut Toparcean, Sorin Dan Mascas, Cosmin Valeriu Popa
  • Cable coupling
    Patent number: 9080599
    Abstract: Cable coupling assemblies are described which can be readily engaged and separated from one another. The couplings are particularly useful for use in torque transmitting cables such as those used in drain cleaning applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2015
    Assignee: RIDGE TOOL COMPANY
    Inventors: Michael J. Rutkowski, Jon R. Dunkin, Hugh Morris
  • THREAD FORMING USING AN IMPACT DRIVER
    Publication number: 20150165534
    Abstract: Systems and methods for forming threads in workpieces such as along pipe ends using impact drivers are described. Using an impact driver during thread forming significantly reduces reaction torque which must otherwise be countered by a user or by using affixment devices such as vises.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2013
    Publication date: June 18, 2015
    Applicant: Ridge Tool Company
    Inventor: James E. Hamm
  • CABLE COUPLING
    Publication number: 20150105163
    Abstract: Cable coupling assemblies are described which can be readily engaged and separated from one another. The couplings are particularly useful for use in torque transmitting cables such as those used in drain cleaning applications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 11, 2013
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Applicant: Ridge Tool Company
    Inventors: Michael J. Rutkowski, Jon R. Dunkin, Hugh Morris
  • Tool handle
    Patent number: D717619
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2014
    Assignee: Ridge Tool Company
    Inventors: Richard M. Kundracik, Jason J. Boggs, Glen R. Chartier, Prasad Patil, Rahul Maruti Nanche, Sandeep Sidagouda Patil
  • Insert for tool
    Patent number: D739192
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2015
    Assignee: RIDGE TOOL COMPANY
    Inventors: James Tunningley, Jason J. Boggs, Glen R. Chartier
  • Tool head
    Patent number: D742707
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2015
    Assignee: RIDGE TOOL COMPANY
    Inventors: Richard M. Kundracik, Jason J. Boggs, Prasad Patil
  • Swing arm
    Patent number: D744556
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2015
    Assignee: RIDGE TOOL COMPANY
    Inventors: Robert Skrjanc, Brandon Moherman
  • Frame
    Patent number: D744558
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2015
    Assignee: RIDGE TOOL COMPANY
    Inventors: Jon R. Dunkin, Michael J. Rutkowski
  • Cable coupling
    Patent number: D745230
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 8, 2015
    Assignee: RIDGE TOOL COMPANY
    Inventors: Michael J. Rutkowski, Jon R. Dunkin, Hugh Morris
  • Tool face
    Patent number: D748699
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 2, 2016
    Assignee: RIDGE TOOL COMPANY
    Inventors: Brandon Moherman, Robert Skrjanc, James E. Hamm
  • Wrench
    Patent number: D748958
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2016
    Assignee: RIDGE TOOL COMPANY
    Inventors: Glen R. Chartier, Jason J. Boggs, Sandeep Sidagouda Patil
  • Wrench
    Patent number: D749924
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 23, 2016
    Assignee: RIDGE TOOL COMPANY
    Inventors: Glen R. Chartier, Jason J. Boggs, Sandeep Sidagouda Patil
  • Wrench
    Patent number: D750944
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2016
    Assignee: RIDGE TOOL COMPANY
    Inventors: Glen R. Chartier, Jason J. Boggs, Sandeep Sidagouda Patil