Patents by Inventor Derek Michael Auret

Derek Michael Auret 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).

  • Fence construction systems
    Patent number: 7503551
    Abstract: A fence construction system in which pickets (52) are attached to rails (50, 51) using fastening means located inside the rails. In one embodiment the pickets are fastened to a rail by a common locking rod. In another embodiment, the pickets (52) are deformed inside the rail (51) by a crimping tool. Equipment that facilitates assembling of the fence may be provided. Top or bottom rails may also have a support structure provided within the rail.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 17, 2009
    Assignee: Crimp Tech Industries
    Inventor: Derek Michael Auret
  • Fence rail
    Patent number: D551780
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2007
    Assignee: Panel Crimp Pty Ltd
    Inventor: Derek Michael Auret