Patents by Inventor Benjamin P. Williams

Benjamin P. Williams 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).

  • Publication number: 20260200514
    Abstract: An axle arrangement for a wheelbarrow is disclosed. The wheelbarrow axle allows for a quick removal of the axle to replace or repair a tire mounted to the axle. The wheelbarrow axle also allows for a one-wheel arrangement between handle shafts or two wheels on the exterior of the handle shafts.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2026
    Publication date: July 16, 2026
    Applicant: Tricam Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph P. Foley, Benjamin M. Wernberg, Ryan P. Ellsworth, Benjamin P. Williams
  • Publication number: 20260192841
    Abstract: A dumping cart is disclosed. The cart allows for complete dumping while maintaining four wheels on the ground and can rotate the rear set of wheels to allow the bed of the cart to be completely turned over for emptying. Also disclosed is a method of attaching an article retaining bed to a cart.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2026
    Publication date: July 9, 2026
    Applicant: Tricam Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph P. Foley, Benjamin P. Williams, Benjamin M. Wernberg, Dennis D. Simpson
  • Publication number: 20260192836
    Abstract: A wheelbarrow is disclosed. The wheelbarrow includes an improved wheel guard, leg arrangement, and stabilizer that require less work to transport, lift, and dump the wheelbarrow. Also disclosed are an improved axle structure and means of assembly for a wheelbarrow. Specifically disclosed are structures and methods for retaining a wheelbarrow tub to its frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2026
    Publication date: July 9, 2026
    Applicant: Tricam Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph P. Foley, Benjamin M. Wernberg, Ryan P. Ellsworth, Benjamin P. Williams
  • Publication number: 20260192837
    Abstract: A wheelbarrow is disclosed. The wheelbarrow includes an improved wheel guard, leg arrangement, and stabilizer that require less work to transport, lift, and dump the wheelbarrow. Also disclosed are an improved axle structure and means of assembly for a wheelbarrow. Specifically disclosed are structures and methods for bolt retaining devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2026
    Publication date: July 9, 2026
    Applicant: Tricam Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph P. Foley, Benjamin M. Wernberg, Ryan P. Ellsworth, Benjamin P. Williams
  • Patent number: 12668086
    Abstract: A convertible handle having a shaft portion and a grip portion. The grip portion is configured to slide along the length the shaft portion to expose a tongue on the shaft portion. In a manual configuration, the grip portion is used for manually pulling a cart. When not in the manual configuration, the shaft may be attached to a vehicle via the tongue for towing by vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 2022
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2026
    Assignee: Tricam Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Benjamin M. Wernberg, Benjamin P. Williams, Joseph P. Foley
  • Patent number: 12637126
    Abstract: A dumping cart is disclosed. The cart allows for complete dumping while maintaining four wheels on the ground and can rotate the rear set of wheels to allow the bed of the cart to be completely turned over for emptying. Also disclosed is a method of attaching an article retaining bed to a cart.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 8, 2024
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2026
    Inventors: Joseph P. Foley, Benjamin P. Williams, Benjamin M. Wernberg, Dennis D. Simpson
  • Patent number: 12623706
    Abstract: A dumping cart is disclosed. The cart allows for complete dumping while maintaining four wheels on the ground and can rotate the rear set of wheels to allow the bed of the cart to be completely turned over for emptying. Also disclosed is a method of attaching an article retaining bed to a cart.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2025
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2026
    Inventors: Joseph P. Foley, Benjamin P. Williams, Benjamin M. Wernberg, Dennis D. Simpson
  • Patent number: 12624594
    Abstract: An improved adjustable hinge for a multi-position ladder that is positionable in a variety of configurations while being ergonomic to adjust and which is structurally sound, rigid, and easy to adjust, light in weight, and has a long service life. The mating surfaces of the outer hinge plates, inner hinge plates, and inner hinge center spacer are large, contributing to overall hinge rigidity and stability. The size of the lock button and lock bracket are each relatively large, making them ergonomic to operate, while also being large enough to be operable by a gloved human hand. A method of assembling an improved adjustable hinge for a multi-position ladder that is positionable in a variety of configurations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 6, 2023
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2026
    Assignee: Tricam Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph P. Foley, Dennis D. Simpson, Benjamin P. Williams
  • Patent number: 12623704
    Abstract: A wheelbarrow is disclosed. The wheelbarrow includes an improved wheel guard, leg arrangement, and stabilizer that require less work to transport, lift, and dump the wheelbarrow. Also disclosed are an improved axle structure and means of assembly for a wheelbarrow.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 2023
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2026
    Assignee: Tricam Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph P. Foley, Benjamin M. Wernberg, Ryan P. Ellsworth, Benjamin P. Williams
  • Publication number: 20260116442
    Abstract: A stackable utility cart with novel features is disclosed. The stacking cart allows for nesting of multiple carts to maximize density for storage and shipping, lowering the cost of storage and shipping, while minimizing parts and maximizing cart capacity. The stackable utility cart includes several improvements in function and ergonomics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2024
    Publication date: April 30, 2026
    Inventors: Benjamin M. Wernberg, Benjamin P. Williams, Joseph P. Foley
  • Publication number: 20260091817
    Abstract: A dumping cart is disclosed. The cart allows for complete dumping while maintaining four wheels on the ground and can rotate the rear set of wheels to allow the bed of the cart to be completely turned over for emptying. Also disclosed is a method of attaching an article retaining bed to a cart.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2025
    Publication date: April 2, 2026
    Applicant: Tricam Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph P. Foley, Benjamin P. Williams, Benjamin M. Wernberg, Dennis D. Simpson
  • Patent number: 12583495
    Abstract: A stabilizer structure for a wheelbarrow is disclosed. The wheelbarrow stabilizer provides better stability to the wheelbarrow as well as includes a more comfortable grip that allows for easier lifting, tilting, and dumping of the wheelbarrow. The wheelbarrow stabilizer further includes geometry and manufacturing to improve its strength and durability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2025
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2026
    Assignee: Tricam Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph P. Foley, Benjamin M. Wernberg, Ryan P. Ellsworth, Benjamin P. Williams
  • Patent number: 12583498
    Abstract: A dumping cart is disclosed. The cart allows for complete dumping while maintaining four wheels on the ground and can rotate the rear set of wheels to allow the bed of the cart to be completely turned over for emptying. Also disclosed is a method of attaching an article retaining bed to a cart.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2022
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2026
    Assignee: Tricam Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph P. Foley, Benjamin P. Williams, Benjamin M. Wernberg, Dennis D. Simpson
  • Patent number: D1116329
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2025
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2026
    Inventors: Joseph P. Foley, Benjamin M. Wernberg, Ryan P. Ellsworth, Benjamin P. Williams
  • Patent number: D1135302
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2025
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2026
    Assignee: Tricam Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph P. Foley, Benjamin M. Wernberg, Jackson T. Wilkey, Marie A. Varnderwarn, Benjamin P. Williams
  • Patent number: D1135303
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2025
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2026
    Assignee: Tricam Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph P. Foley, Benjamin M. Wernberg, Jackson T. Wilkey, Marie A. Vanderwarn, Benjamin P. Williams
  • Patent number: D1135304
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2025
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2026
    Assignee: Tricam Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph P. Foley, Benjamin M. Wernberg, Ryan P. Ellsworth, Benjamin P. Williams
  • Patent number: D1135305
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2025
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2026
    Assignee: Tricam Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph P. Foley, Benjamin M. Wernberg, Ryan P. Ellsworth, Benjamin P. Williams
  • Patent number: D1135306
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2025
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2026
    Assignee: Tricam Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph P. Foley, Benjamin M. Wernberg, Ryan P. Ellsworth, Benjamin P. Williams
  • Patent number: D1136269
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 23, 2023
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2026
    Assignee: Tricam Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Jackson T. Wilkey, Benjamin M. Wernberg, Joseph P. Foley, Ryan P. Ellsworth, Benjamin P. Williams