Patents by Inventor Bruce Vaile

Bruce Vaile 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).

  • Patent number: 6609581
    Abstract: The present invention is directed toward a stabler leveling mechanism for tree harvesters. The present invention utilizes many of the same components of conventional leveling mechanisms for tree harvesters, but it alters the pivot axis of a swing-house assembly. A conventional swing-house assembly pivots about an axis parallel to the top surface of a carriage on level ground. That conventional assembly can be deleterious, therefore, applicant has altered the pivot axis of the swing-house assembly. Admittedly, merely moving the pivot axis seems simple but it is difficult. The components had to be constructed differently to obtain the desired results and simultaneously make the device stable within the working environment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 26, 2003
    Assignee: Tigercat Industries Inc.
    Inventor: Bruce Vaile
  • Publication number: 20030047367
    Abstract: The present invention is directed toward a stabler leveling mechanism for tree harvesters. The present invention utilizes many of the same components of conventional leveling mechanisms for tree harvesters, but it alters the pivot axis of a swing-house assembly. A conventional swing-house assembly pivots about an axis parallel to the top surface of a carriage on level ground. That conventional assembly can be deleterious, therefore, applicant has altered the pivot axis of the swing-house assembly. Admittedly, merely moving the pivot axis seems simple but it is difficult. The components had to be constructed differently to obtain the desired results and simultaneously make the device stable within the working environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2001
    Publication date: March 13, 2003
    Inventor: Bruce Vaile