Patents by Inventor Arlen K. Bean

Arlen K. Bean 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).

  • Cable projectile catcher
    Patent number: 7165580
    Abstract: A mechanism is provided for attachment to the exit end of a conduit during cable installation through the conduit. The mechanism absorbs the energy from, and captures the projectile and cable assembly exiting from a conduit during cable installation. A clamp is provided to attach the mechanism to the conduit. The clamp can be readily adjusted to fit a variety of conduit sizes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2005
    Date of Patent: January 23, 2007
    Inventor: Arlen K. Bean
  • Transparent coupling
    Patent number: 7131671
    Abstract: A transparent coupling for joining the ends of relatively soft plastic conduit. Visual inspection through the coupling affords confidence that the conduits have been installed in their proper position within the coupling. Internal circumferential barbs of the coupling penetrate the conduit and secure the conduit within the coupling and also provide a seal between the conduit and the coupling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2006
    Inventors: Myrl J. Saarem, Arlen K. Bean