Patents Examined by James B. Malbert
  • Fireplace shovel assembly for removing and transporting ashes
    Patent number: 4536023
    Abstract: A manually handled shovel assembly having a scoop at one end of an auger and an enclosed container at the other end. Operating the auger conveys scooped material into the container to be safely transported to a point of discharge. The bottom of the container quickly opens to dump out the contents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 1983
    Date of Patent: August 20, 1985
    Inventor: Robert E. Sutter