Patents by Inventor Dale Hartnell

Dale Hartnell 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: 5464033
    Abstract: A hot solvent tank for cleaning various objects such as metallic parts is provided. The solvent is a bio-degradable detergent aqueous solution which is environmentally acceptable. The solvent tank is an open top steel barrel mounted on casters for easy moving and employs a thermostatically controlled heating element. A bottom drain valve is connected at the bottom. The various parts to be cleaned may be immersed in the solvent and supported by chains or baskets hooked over the rim at the top of the barrel. The drain valve may be connected to an accessory cleaning unit comprising a pump and replaceable automotive filter for pumping solvent through a hose and flow through a brush for cleaning parts supported above the solvent at the top of the tank. The filter, which can be discarded when dirty, is effective for removing heavy metal contaminants and providing a purified recirculating solvent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 1994
    Date of Patent: November 7, 1995
    Assignee: Major Industrial Technology, Inc.
    Inventor: Dale Hartnell
  • Patent number: 4316545
    Abstract: A hanging tool tray for supporting tools, parts and the like. The hanging tool tray is comprised of a flat tray-like base having shallow sides and is of generally rectangular configuration. Supporting cables are connected to the four corners and extend above the tray to provide a loop which is hooked in an eye of an elongated hook having an open C-shaped hook at the top. The top hooked end can be hooked over a part of an automobile when the workman is working upon it to provide easy access to the supported tray positioned adjacent the workman. The sides of the tray have horizontally extending flanges or ledges with holes provided for reception for screw drivers, pliers and other tools.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 1979
    Date of Patent: February 23, 1982
    Inventor: Dale A. Hartnell