Patents Examined by Patrick D Hawn
  • Patent number: 12778295
    Abstract: A leveling foot assembly includes a foot and a rod secured to the foot. The rod includes a first threaded portion, a second threaded portion, and a third threadless portion positioned between the first threaded portion and the second threaded portion. The leveling foot assembly further includes a leveling nut configured to engage the first threaded portion of the rod when the foot is in a raised position and configured to engage the second threaded portion of the nut when the foot is in a lowered position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2024
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2026
    Assignee: SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC IT CORPORATION
    Inventor: Yang Shi
  • Patent number: 12778318
    Abstract: A retail merchandise pusher is configured for sliding along a pusher assembly track. The pusher assembly is mountable to a retail merchandise shelf. The pusher includes a housing, a spring drum rotatably mounted within the housing, and a coil spring mounted to the spring drum. The coil spring is coilable and uncoilable upon rotation of the spring drum. A controller is coupled to a sensor arrangement within the housing. The sensor arrangement has a spring drum sensor for detecting rotation of the spring drum. A direction sensor detects a direction of rotation of the spring drum. An incremental distance sensor detects incremental movement of the pusher. The controller is configured to calculate, based on data from the sensor arrangement, a total distance and direction of travel by the pusher, and to generate an alarm when the pusher travels more than a threshold distance within a predetermined period of time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2023
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2026
    Assignee: Fasteners for Retail, Inc.
    Inventors: Brent O. Ewing, Chan Chor Man, Jeffrey A. Comstock
  • Patent number: 12778285
    Abstract: Proposed is a locking device for a luggage storage rack, which is provided on a luggage storage rack consisting of vertical and horizontal frames, the locking device including a catching part having a locking hole connected on vertical and horizontal parts of each of the horizontal frames, and a cantilever structure support end provided on the vertical and horizontal parts due to the locking hole, a locking module provided with a password button, a lock/unlock knob, and a lock/unlock member on the back surface of the vertical part, and installed in the vertical part to selectively open and close the locking hole by rotating the lock/unlock member within a set angle, and a locking wire with a first end fixed to each of the horizontal or vertical frames while a second end having a locking ring for penetration of the support end.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 16, 2025
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2026
    Assignee: MORRIS&CO CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Tae Bong Jung
  • Patent number: 12778334
    Abstract: The invention relates to a flower box holder (1) for window frames which is used to secure flower boxes and decorative elements, e.g. planters, plant boxes or the like, and to prevent same from falling. To this end, the flower box holder (1) has: a hooked holding profile (2) which can be brought into engagement with a window frame profile; at least one holding element (3) which can be fixedly connected to the hooked holding profile (2) of the flower box holder (1) and by means of which at least one flower box or decorative element can be held; and a receiving part (5) which is arranged between the hooked holding profile (2) and the holding element (3) of the flower box holder (1) and by means of which a lower end portion of a roller shutter belonging to a window shutter frame can be closed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2021
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2026
    Inventors: Thomas Altenhoelscher, Thomas Storck, Peter Sommer
  • Patent number: 12780545
    Abstract: A structure and method for safely loading and unloading pallet carts to and from multi-level commercial storage racks includes a security structure to catch the carts, in case they fall during the loading or unloading procedure. A pair of rail structures typically extends from the front to the rear of a storage bay. Pallet transportation carts travel on a lower surface of these rail structures and the pallets rest on an upper surface of the rails. A cart security structure in the form of a grate is positioned under the rails, at least at the front of the storage bay. The cart security structure should be about as wide as the space between the rails and should be sufficiently below the rails, so as not to interfere with cart movement. The structure should be constructed to prevent the accumulation of items that can interfere with pallet loading.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2025
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2026
    Assignee: FRAZIER INDUSTRIAL COMPANY
    Inventors: Domenick Iellimo, Emery Louis (Jim) Kocsis
  • Patent number: 12778270
    Abstract: A backpack blower rack that is designed to provide a unique three-way adjustment to accommodate and fit different sized blowers such that this one backpack blower rack may be used with many different blowers by an operator. The backpack blower rack provides a base, a back wall, and a top support frame along with a first means for adjusting the height of the blower rack, a second means for adjusting the length of the blower rack, and a third means for adjusting the width of the blower rack.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2025
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2026
    Assignee: HAVEVER ENTERPRISES INC.
    Inventors: Christopher Havener, Siming Wang
  • Patent number: 12786606
    Abstract: An amplifier support stand includes two tiers of supports such that the stand is capable of supporting two amplifiers above the ground and on a level surface, which results in efficient use of stage space and enhanced sound quality from the amplifiers. The amplifier support stand includes two base members, two amplifier support members, and a frame interconnecting the base members and the support members. The base members support the stand on the ground and function as a first tier of supports for a first amplifier. The amplifier support members function as a second tier of supports for a second amplifier directly above the first amplifier. The frame enables relative movement between the amplifier support members and the base members to accommodate amplifiers of various sizes. The base members and support members are rotatable to minimize the stand's dimensions for compact storage. A corresponding method of use is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2024
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2026
    Inventor: Anthony Dyer
  • Patent number: 12773054
    Abstract: A retail merchandise pusher with a remote alarm feature is provided. The pusher includes a housing and an adaptor. The adaptor is removably coupled to the housing and slidably coupled to a track. The pusher including a shaft rotatable about its axis in a first and second direction and a gear wheel coupled to the shaft. The rotation of the gear wheel causing a first electrical contact to engage with a second electrical contact, such that the distance that the pusher moves along the track can be measured by totaling the number of times the first electrical contact engages with the second electrical contact.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2024
    Date of Patent: October 27, 2026
    Assignee: Fasteners for Retail, Inc.
    Inventors: Brent O. Ewing, Chan Chor Man, Thomas O. Nagel
  • Patent number: 12759812
    Abstract: Provided are stowable rack systems and methods for transporting various payloads. A stowable rack system for hauling various payloads includes a trailer having a body with a top surface and a recessed well and a rack. The rack includes a plurality of A-frames, each A-frame movable between an upright position relative to the top surface of the trailer and a stowed position within the recessed well. When at least two A-frames of the plurality of A-frames are in the upright position the at least two A-frames are operable to carry a first payload. When the plurality of A-frames are in the stowed position the top surface is operable to carry a second payload.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2023
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2026
    Assignee: English Logistics Inc.
    Inventor: James David English
  • Patent number: 12756353
    Abstract: In one or more arrangements a system, method, and bracket assembly for installing photovoltaic panels is presented. The system includes one or more photovoltaic panels and a support structure to mount the photovoltaic panels on and one or more bracket assemblies. The bracket assembly includes a first section, a second section, and a living hinge operably connecting the first section and the second section. The living hinge is configured to move the first section and the second section between an unclamped position, where first section and second section are positioned at a greater angle with respect to each other, and a clamped position, where first section and second section are positioned at a lesser angle with respect to each other to secure the photovoltaic panel to the support structure. The brackets may self-square the photovoltaic panel to the cross bar when the bracket is clamped.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 2024
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2026
    Assignee: Sukup Manufacturing Co.
    Inventors: Dustin Platte, Nick Sukup, Brad Poppen, Matt Swanson
  • Patent number: 12746657
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a tool organization board for receiving an insert clip. The insert clip includes a post and a protrusion, with the protrusion attached to one side of the post. The tool organization board comprises a plate-shaped main body with an upper side and a lower side. The distance between the upper side and the lower side is defined as a first length, while the axial length of the post is defined as a second length. The first length is at least equal to the second length. The main body contains multiple mounting holes, each of which is surrounded by multiple hole walls, and at least every three adjacent hole walls form one mounting hole. The main body forms multiple stop surfaces, each stop surface acting as a stop for the protrusion as it enters the mounting hole, thereby limiting the movement of the insert clip.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2024
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2026
    Inventor: Chih-Chien Hsieh
  • Patent number: 12736170
    Abstract: A vehicle door holder system includes a primary bracket, an interior side upright extending upward from the primary bracket, an exterior side upright extending upward from the primary bracket, a secondary bracket, and a brace extending from the secondary bracket to the exterior side upright. A vehicle door that has been removed from the vehicle can be supported between the interior side upright and the exterior side upright.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2024
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2026
    Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Cesar Adolfo Prieto Sanchez, Daniela Perez Vivas, Adolfo Alan Gonzalez Aldaraca, Ricardo Aramis Jimenez Villagran
  • Patent number: 12735132
    Abstract: A bicycle rack is disclosed. The rack includes (a) a support member having a first portion configured to be mounted on a wall and a second portion, disposed at an angle relative to the first portion, configured to support the pedal of a bicycle; and (b) a cover member pivotably mounted on the first portion of the support member, the cover member being configured to move between an open position in which the support member is uncovered and a closed position in which the support member is covered.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2025
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2026
    Inventor: Ryan Marshall
  • Patent number: 12728332
    Abstract: A sliding pickleball paddle queue rack for storing paddles and quickly and easily updating the queue may include an elongate rack with a channel extending into and along a greatest length thereof; and a plurality of paddle caddies slidably positioned within the channel, each paddle caddy of the plurality of paddle caddies configured to securely accommodate placement of a plurality of paddles therein, wherein the plurality of paddle caddies are designed to freely slide along a length of the channel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2025
    Date of Patent: September 8, 2026
    Inventor: Brian William Flynn
  • Patent number: 12727685
    Abstract: A booster seat organizer stand adapted to accommodate a plurality of children's booster seats in a stacked vertical orientation is disclosed. The stand features a flat base with raised walls forming a cavity to securely hold the booster seats. A vertical back panel extends from the rear edge of the base to provide additional support and a pair of side panels extend from side edges of the back panel and has wavy contours to offer lateral stability to the stacked booster seats. The stand can include one or more storage compartments for accessories, a detachable hook for wall mounting, and an additional storage compartment integrated or detachably attached to the base. The stand can be used in homes, daycares, restaurants, and public facilities and enhances safety, convenience, and organization for storing children's booster seats.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 2024
    Date of Patent: September 8, 2026
    Inventor: Hugh Parker
  • Patent number: 12722417
    Abstract: An organizer having a base with an inside upper surface and an outside lower surface that curves up to an edge to form a wall about the base. The outside lower surface including a flat bottom to support the organizer. A main body extending up from the base having a front, a rear and two sides, and having body cavity. A flat open storage area between the wall of the base and the main body. A neck extending from the main body near the front of the main body. A head extending from the neck having a front and a rear. The rear of the head including a head cavity. A plurality of finger extensions extending from the rear of the main body with spaces between the finger extensions. A side cavity on an outside of the main body on each of the sides of the main body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 2025
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2026
    Inventors: Ben Ian Gulis, Maggie Eve Gulis
  • Patent number: 12722275
    Abstract: A hex bit holder system, including one of more hex bit holders and a platform for the hex bit holders. The holders may include hexagonal shaped cavities or U-shaped clips to hold the hexagon shape of a hex bit vertically or horizontally, respectively. A hex bit holder system includes one or more platforms each with one or more first hex bit holders and/or second hex bit holders, which one or more platforms may be attached to a peg board in various configurations. A kit for a hex bit holder system is included of one or more platforms with one or more hex bit holders.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 26, 2024
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2026
    Assignee: 1046959 Ontario Inc.
    Inventor: Marco Sixtus Ferrari
  • Patent number: 12715757
    Abstract: A compact portable vehicular saddle rack for transporting equestrian saddles in a vehicle interior cabin. This disclosure addresses the challenge of safely transporting expensive saddles from urban homes to rural riding areas. Disclosed is a lightweight, easy-to-install rack compatible with various car models and saddle types, securely restraining saddles to prevent damage during transit while maintaining cabin accessibility. This disclosure overcomes limitations of existing saddle racks designed for horse trailers or manual transportation, offering an affordable solution for individual riders. The disclosed apparatus protects saddles from adverse weather and potential warping, ensuring saddle integrity and horse comfort. This disclosure provides urban equestrians with a convenient means to transport equipment, bridging the gap between urban living and rural riding facilities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 2024
    Date of Patent: August 25, 2026
    Assignee: Two Bays Equestrian, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Adam Wallace, Christopher Wallace
  • Patent number: 12708230
    Abstract: A rod connector is provided having a body defining a first shaft portion, a second shaft portion, and a circumferential ridge projecting radially from the body between the first shaft portion and the second shaft portion. The first shaft portion is configured to engage a first rod and the second shaft portion is configured to engage the second rod. In some embodiments, the first rod and the second rod abut the circumferential ridge when the rod connector is inserted into the first rod and the second rod, the circumferential ridge providing a smooth transitional surface between the first rod and the second rod.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 19, 2024
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2026
    Assignee: House of Atlas, LLC
    Inventor: Jason Moss
  • Patent number: 12702226
    Abstract: A guide fitting, guiding a body part for simultaneous translational and rotational movement relative to a stationary base, has a guide cam track, a guide element guided in the at least one guide cam track, and a linear guide with at least one guide rail and a running rail displaceable relative thereto, one of which is coupled in a stationary manner to the guide element and the other of which is coupled to the guide cam track by a pivot bearing. The guide cam track or the guide element can be fixedly fastened to the body part. The fitting also includes at least one ejection device with an unlockable force accumulator drives the body part from at least one end position by exerting force against an ejection direction along a limited path, and at least one activator for unlocking the force accumulator of the ejection device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2023
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2026
    Assignee: Paul Hettich GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventors: Gunter Behrmann, Kathrin Heckel, Timo Szlapka, Waldemar Petker, Bernd Götting, Sören Klüter