Patents by Inventor Chris Barbee

Chris Barbee 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 driven conveyor system
    Patent number: 5699894
    Abstract: There is disclosed a cable driven conveyor system having a plurality of hangers connected to a cable and conveyor belt disposed on the plurality of hangers. The conveyor system is capable of hauling material in more than one direction. The ends of the conveyor system may be easily transportable, allowing for flexibility in the setup of the conveyor system. Their is also shown an idler assembly for use in a cable driven system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 1995
    Date of Patent: December 23, 1997
    Assignee: FMC Corporation
    Inventors: Michael J. Bestgen, Richard B. Kramer, Daniel P. Moulden, Chris Barbee, Bryon Hibbetts