Patents by Inventor David M. Hines

David M. Hines 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).

  • Refrigerant recovery pump with an improved input port
    Patent number: 10788245
    Abstract: A refrigerant recovery system includes a direct current (DC) motor and digital display and controls enabling an automatic self-test mode to insure proper operation prior to starting to service an HVAC system and a maintenance assist mode to diagnose and suggest maintenance for optimum performance of the refrigerant recovery system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2020
    Assignee: Fieldpiece Instruments, Inc.
    Inventors: Tinggui Hong, Jason Corbett Gilley, David M. Hines
  • REFRIGERANT RECOVERY SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20180216860
    Abstract: A refrigerant recovery system includes a direct current (DC) motor and digital display and controls enabling an automatic self-test mode to insure proper operation prior to starting to service an HVAC system and a maintenance assist mode to diagnose and suggest maintenance for optimum performance of the refrigerant recovery system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 30, 2018
    Publication date: August 2, 2018
    Applicant: Fieldpiece Instruments, Inc.
    Inventors: Tinggui Hong, Jason Corbett Gilley, David M. Hines
  • Hand-held stamp having integral dust cover
    Patent number: 8117965
    Abstract: A pre-inked hand-held stamp includes a pair of outwardly positioned dust cover doors that are opened by movement of the internal components of the stamp during use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2012
    Assignee: Cosco Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: John J. Anthony, David M. Hines
  • Hand-Held Labeling Apparatus Having Accessory Storage
    Publication number: 20080277065
    Abstract: A hand-held manually operated labeling apparatus has at least one accessory storage chamber designed to improve a user's ability to use the apparatus. A variety of configurations and locations for the storage chamber are preferred. Preferred accessories are additional ink cartridges and printed information sheets.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2007
    Publication date: November 13, 2008
    Inventors: Brett Moody, David M. Hines, Alan Rushing
  • Fold-up indoor table
    Patent number: 6598543
    Abstract: A stylish fold-up table has pivoting leg assemblies mounted to the underside of opposing ends of a table top. Pivoting skirts are mounted to the underside of opposing sides of the table top. The leg assemblies are erected and the side skirts are then folded down. Latches on the side skirts then engage latch receiving elements on the leg assemblies to secure the table in an erect position. In a preferred embodiment, this arrangement allows for a storable fold-up table in which all mounting hardware is hidden when erected.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2003
    Assignee: Meco Corporation
    Inventors: Arthur W. Ellsworth, Dennis L. Grudt, David M. Hines, Gilbert F. Wenck
  • Combination binoculars and camera
    Patent number: D502201
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 22, 2005
    Assignee: Meade Instruments Corp.
    Inventors: David M. Hines, Andres Dandler, Jaime Canedo
  • Combination binoculars and camera
    Patent number: D502481
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 2003
    Date of Patent: March 1, 2005
    Assignee: Meade Instruments Corp.
    Inventors: David M. Hines, Andres Dandler, Jaime Canedo
  • Eyepiece for optical instruments
    Patent number: D515603
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2006
    Assignee: Meade Instruments Corporation
    Inventors: David M. Hines, Paul Hobbs, Steven Murdock
  • Eyepiece for optical instruments
    Patent number: D518079
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 28, 2006
    Assignee: Meade Instruments Corporation
    Inventors: David M. Hines, Paul Hobbs, Steven Murdock
  • Eyepiece for optical instruments
    Patent number: D534194
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 26, 2006
    Assignee: Meade Instruments Corporation
    Inventors: David M. Hines, Paul Hobbs, Steven Murdock
  • Monocular
    Patent number: D492334
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2003
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2004
    Assignee: Meade Instruments Corporation
    Inventors: David M. Hines, Jaime Canedo
  • Combination binoculars and camera
    Patent number: D496672
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2004
    Assignee: Meade Instruments Corp.
    Inventors: David M. Hines, Andres Dandler, Jaime Canedo
  • Combination binoculars and camera
    Patent number: D496673
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2004
    Assignee: Meade Instruments Corp.
    Inventors: David M. Hines, Andres Dandler
  • Roll towel dispenser with waste receptacle
    Patent number: D340374
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 1992
    Date of Patent: October 19, 1993
    Assignee: Bobrick Washroom Equipment, Inc.
    Inventor: David M. Hines
  • Towel dispenser with waste receptacle
    Patent number: D341724
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 1992
    Date of Patent: November 30, 1993
    Assignee: Bobrick Washroom Equipment, Inc.
    Inventor: David M. Hines
  • Towel dispenser with waste receptacle
    Patent number: D342175
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 1992
    Date of Patent: December 14, 1993
    Assignee: Bobrick Washroom Equipment, Inc.
    Inventor: David M. Hines
  • Telescope mount
    Patent number: D412920
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 17, 1999
    Assignee: Meade Instruments Corp.
    Inventors: John C. Diebel, John E. Smith, Clair A. Samhammer, David M. Hines
  • Spotting scope
    Patent number: D417680
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 14, 1999
    Assignee: Meade Instruments Corporation
    Inventors: John C. Diebel, John E. Smith, Clair A. Samhammer, David M. Hines
  • Automated telescope
    Patent number: D417881
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 21, 1999
    Assignee: Meade Instruments Corporation
    Inventors: John C. Diebel, John E. Smith, Clair A. Samhammer, David M. Hines
  • Automated telescope
    Patent number: D422610
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 1999
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2000
    Assignee: Meade Instruments Corporation
    Inventors: John C. Diebel, John E. Smith, Clair A. Samhammer, David M. Hines