Patents by Inventor Dennis I. Andress

Dennis I. Andress 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: 4380107
    Abstract: A device for handling connector pins, that is, for inseting and removing pins from alined holes in structural members, comprising a pair of frame plates notched to fit over the structural members and which are formed to receive the hydraulic jack and pump of a conventional tool so that extension of the jack moves the connector pin into or out of position. For insertion, the frame receives a pin in alinement with holes in the structural member, and for removal the frame includes a tray for receiving the pin when it is pushed free. In each case, extension of the jack causes pin movement. The center of gravity of the device, and a suspension member, is to the jack side of the notches so that the device can be manipulated at one side of the lower cord of a crane boom, for example. Jack piston extensions and pin handling tools are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 1978
    Date of Patent: April 19, 1983
    Assignee: The Manitowoc Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Dennis I. Andress