Patents by Inventor Christopher Tackind

Christopher Tackind 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).

  • Multi-reel marking apparatus
    Patent number: 8033029
    Abstract: A multi-line chalk reel is disclosed that may be comprised of three or more line reels disposed in a polar arrangement of parallel but distinct rotation axes that has a single method for engaging and disengaging a single drive arrangement to any one spool. This arrangement provides a variety of advantages, including a package solution of useful dimensions and a low part count to minimize parts in assembly. The single drive arrangement reduces cost, and provides for convenient access to individual spools.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2011
    Assignee: Design to Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: John E Johnston, Wilfred Anderson, Andrew Butler, David H Titzler, Edward J Cooper, Christopher Tackind, Heather Fleming
  • MULTI-REEL MARKING APPARATUS
    Publication number: 20090158606
    Abstract: A multi-line chalk reel is disclosed that may be comprised of three or more line reels disposed in a polar arrangement of parallel but distinct rotation axes that has a single method for engaging and disengaging a single drive arrangement to any one spool. This arrangement provides a variety of advantages, including a package solution of useful dimensions and a low part count to minimize parts in assembly. The single drive arrangement reduces cost, and provides for convenient access to individual spools.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2007
    Publication date: June 25, 2009
    Inventors: John Johnston, Wilprelo Anderson, Andrew Butler, David Titzler, Edword Cooper, Christopher Tackind, Heather Fleming
  • Multi-reel marking apparatus
    Patent number: 7331116
    Abstract: A multi-line chalk reel is disclosed that may be comprised of three or more line reels disposed in a polar arrangement of parallel but distinct rotation axes that has a single method for engaging and disengaging a single drive arrangement to any one spool. This arrangement provides a variety of advantages, including a package solution of useful dimensions and a low part count to minimize parts in assembly. The single drive arrangement reduces cost, and provides for convenient access to individual spools.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2008
    Inventors: John Johnston, William Anderson, Andrew Butler, David Titzler, Edward Cooper, Christopher Tackind, Heather Fleming