Patents by Inventor Abel K. Hokoana, Jr.

Abel K. Hokoana, Jr. has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Apparatus for the engagement and suspension of a bag above the ground for the suspendable storage of items within the bag
    Patent number: 5344109
    Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus for suspending conventional trash bags and other bags above the ground for the storage and/or disposal of a variety of items ranging from lawn refuse to recyclable cans and bottles to camping supplies and food. The apparatus comprises a support frame for securing the rim of the bag thereto and suspension arms coupled to the support frame through the use of engagement hooks for hanging the bag above the ground. The support frame comprises a first aperture for insertion of the rim of the bag therethrough, the rim wrapped around the sides of the support frame such that the bag opens through the first aperture. To protect the items inside the bag from weather and animals, the apparatus further includes a cover frame with a second aperture disposed on top of the support frame and a lid for covering the second aperture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 1993
    Date of Patent: September 6, 1994
    Inventor: Abel K. Hokoana, Jr.