Patents Assigned to Wind Gear Direct, LLC
  • Flagpole and ferrule assembly
    Patent number: 8272969
    Abstract: A golf flagpole and ferrule assembly for mounting in a golf cup hole is disclosed. The flagpole and ferrule both include cooperating coupling parts to form an attachment therebetween. A cap is applied over portions of the flagpole and the ferrule to couple to the retaining members and secure the flagpole to the ferrule.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2012
    Assignee: Wind Gear Direct, LLC
    Inventor: Jack C. Priegel
  • Flag pole assembly
    Patent number: 8177185
    Abstract: A knock down flag pole assembly is provided including a base, a ferrule, and an elongate post. The base may include a coupling with a pocket having a coupling member or portion configured to removably couple to the ferrule. The coupling secures the ferrule to the base, but also permits the flag pole to be knocked out from the base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2012
    Assignee: Wind Gear Direct, LLC
    Inventor: Jack C. Priegel
  • Mounting device for flag pole
    Patent number: 7500919
    Abstract: A mounting device for the end of a flag pole that provides an enhanced coupling of the pole within a golf cup is provided. The mounting device includes a securement rib that fastens to the pole without adhesive or secondary fasteners. The mounting device also includes features to minimize sticking to the golf cup and provides for a more upright presentation of the flag pole even in windy or breezing conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 10, 2009
    Assignee: Wind Gear Direct, LLC
    Inventor: Jack C. Priegel
  • FERRULE AND SLEEVE ASSEMBLY
    Publication number: 20080300064
    Abstract: A ferrule and coupling member assembly for mounting a flag pole is disclosed. The ferrule and coupling member are both formed from a non-metallic material, such as a ceramic composite material, which aids in wear-resistance and provides a low coefficient of friction between the surfaces. In addition, debris will be less likely to become lodged in a gap between the ferrule and coupling member and particulate matter on the golf course will not be able to gouge or scratch the ferrule or the coupling member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 1, 2007
    Publication date: December 4, 2008
    Applicant: WIND GEAR DIRECT, LLC
    Inventor: Jack C. Priegel
  • Ferrule and sleeve assembly
    Patent number: 7455594
    Abstract: A ferrule and coupling member assembly for mounting a flag pole is disclosed. The ferrule and coupling member are both formed from a non-metallic material, such as a ceramic composite material, which aids in wear-resistance and provides a low coefficient of friction between the surfaces. In addition, debris will be less likely to become lodged in a gap between the ferrule and coupling member and particulate matter on the golf course will not be able to gouge or scratch the ferrule or the coupling member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2008
    Assignee: Wind Gear Direct, LLC
    Inventor: Jack C. Priegel
  • Golf cup
    Patent number: 7431658
    Abstract: A golf cup is provided that has a cylindrical wall defining an interior. The golf cup includes an insert formed from a non-metallic material positioned in the interior to form two chambers. The insert and chambers are arranged and configured to effect an audible indication upon an object, such as a golf ball, being dropped into the interior of the golf cup through the receiving opening. In one form, the audible indication is similar to that obtained from a golf ball being dropped into a metallic golf cup that is buried in the ground.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2008
    Assignee: Wind Gear Direct, LLC
    Inventor: Jack C. Priegel