Patents by Inventor Dan Klosterman

Dan Klosterman 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).

  • Machine press motor load monitor
    Patent number: 6208159
    Abstract: A current monitoring system for an electric motor, whereby the current is halted to the motor if the electrical load exceeds calculated electrical load limits. The system includes a current measuring device, sensors for detecting operational functions, a system for setting an electrical current limit setpoint, and a switch for halting application of electrical current to the motor. A method of halting an electrical motor if the electrical load exceeds a calculated electrical current limit is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 1998
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2001
    Assignee: The Minster Machine Company
    Inventor: Dan Klosterman