Patents by Inventor George Barton

George Barton 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).

  • Publication number: 20260145314
    Abstract: One or more coupling mechanisms for a modular system are provided. The coupling mechanisms work with modular units in a system, such as modular tool storage units. The coupling systems are configured to couple with and integrate various objects into the modular system, such as bags and tools. The coupling systems include various configurations of male and female couplers to facilitate coupling with utility modules including corresponding male and female couplers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 14, 2026
    Publication date: May 28, 2026
    Inventors: Matthew A. Lownik, Caleb C. Adams, George Barton, Scott M. Hangartner, Nicole Z. Summersett, Honesto D. Camposagrado, Lucy Seokyung Cho, Christian R. Braun, Joshua D. Schneider, Aaron S. Blumenthal, Aaron M. Williams, Grant T. Squiers
  • Patent number: 12630205
    Abstract: A transportation device configured to detachably engage with units, such as modular units, is provided. The transportation device is configured to actuate between an open position and a closed position. In the open position the transportation device is configured to couple to and help move one or more units, such as modular units. In the closed position, the transportation device is configured to engage with units, such as modular units, for easier movement of the transportation device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2026
    Assignee: Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
    Inventor: George Barton
  • Publication number: 20260124737
    Abstract: Various storage units that stack with other units, such as in a modular system, are provided. Various embodiments include a cover and a latch, the cover restricting one or more drawers from being opened. The storage unit includes an internal storage compartment defined at least in part by the drawer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2025
    Publication date: May 7, 2026
    Inventor: George Barton
  • Patent number: 12559287
    Abstract: A storage container with various aspects is described herein. The storage container may have cleats or cleat receptacles to interact with other storage containers and/or accessories. The storage container may also include rails for attachment of various accessories. Some versions of the storage container may further include telescopic uprights connected to a handle. Many of the versions of the storage containers may further include wheels for transporting the storage containers and their contents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2024
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2026
    Assignees: Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation, Keter Plastic LTD.
    Inventors: Grant T. Squiers, Matthew Vargo, Matthew W. Naiva, George Barton, Christopher S. Hoppe, Scott Earl McKinster, Aaron S. Blumenthal, Michael Stearns, Michael John Caelwaerts, Aaron M. Williams, Samuel A. Gould, Steven W. Hyma, Jason D. Thurner, Yaron Brunner
  • Publication number: 20260021938
    Abstract: A storage container with various aspects is described herein. The storage container may have cleats or cleat receptacles to interact with other storage containers and/or accessories. The storage container may also include rails for attachment of various accessories. Some versions of the storage container may further include telescopic uprights connected to a handle. Many of the versions of the storage containers may further include wheels for transporting the storage containers and their contents.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2025
    Publication date: January 22, 2026
    Inventors: Grant T. Squiers, Matthew Vargo, Matthew W. Naiva, George Barton, Christopher S. Hoppe, Scott E. McKinster, Aaron S. Blumenthal, Michael Stearns, Michael J. Caelwaerts, Aaron M. Williams, Samuel A. Gould, Steven W. Hyma, Jason D. Thurner, Yaron Brunner
  • Publication number: 20260020703
    Abstract: A container, such as a beverage container, is provided. The container includes a ledge surface that projects away from a bottom surface of the container. The ledge surface is configured to interface with ribs projecting over a recess in a unit, such as a tool storage unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2025
    Publication date: January 22, 2026
    Inventors: George Barton, Matthew A. Lownik, Matthew Vargo, Evan Maverick James Quiros
  • Publication number: 20260013626
    Abstract: One or more devices are provided that are configured to detachably engage within a modular system. The one or more devices are expandable to provide a surface to perform work.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2025
    Publication date: January 15, 2026
    Inventors: Aaron S. Blumenthal, Aaron M. Williams, Ryan C. Patrick, Tyler J. Smith, Benjamin T. Jones, George Barton, Matthew A. Lownik
  • Publication number: 20250387898
    Abstract: Various embodiments of a modular storage system container with a rolling drawer are provided. In various embodiments, the container includes front wheels that are manually deployed. In various embodiments, the container includes front wheels that automatically deploy when the drawer is pulled out. In various embodiments, the drawer includes front wheels that act as the front wheels of the container. In various embodiments, the container includes a brake system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2025
    Publication date: December 25, 2025
    Inventors: George Barton, Charlie G. Noble, Honesto D. Camposagrado, Christian R. Braun, Benjamin T. Jones, Jedidiah J. Babinec
  • Patent number: 12446683
    Abstract: One or more devices are provided that are configured to detachably engage within a modular system. The one or more devices are expandable to provide a surface to perform work.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2023
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2025
    Assignee: Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
    Inventors: Aaron S. Blumenthal, Aaron M. Williams, Ryan C. Dick, Tyler J. Smith, Benjamin T. Jones, George Barton, Matthew A. Lownik
  • Publication number: 20250318643
    Abstract: Various embodiments of the coupling platforms described herein are usable to couple storage units, such as modular storage units, to structures, such as to the undersides of benches or tables. One or more of the coupling platforms described herein facilitate the user supporting a newly-disengaged support unit. For example, one or more of the coupling platforms permit the user to place their hands on both sides of the storage unit to complete a disengagement between the coupling platform and the storage unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2025
    Publication date: October 16, 2025
    Inventors: George Barton, Aaron S. Blumenthal, Honesto D. Camposagrado, Matthew A. Lownik
  • Publication number: 20250312895
    Abstract: A screwdriver includes a shank, a ratchet assembly, and a handle. The shank includes a shank extender that in an extended position lengthens the shank and in a retracted position is stored within the handle of the screwdriver. The ratchet assembly includes a knob and is configured to drive in the same direction the knob is turned. The screwdriver includes a locking mechanism to prevent unwanted movement of the shank between the extended and retracted positions. The handle of the screwdriver includes a storage space to hold alternative screwdriver bits and a stabilizing component to decrease movement of the handle when the storage portion is in an extended or open position. In a closed position the handle surrounds the alternate bits and in an open position the alternate bits are exposed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2025
    Publication date: October 9, 2025
    Inventors: Joshua D. Schneider, Colin J. Roberts, Scott M. Hangartner, George Barton, Cheng Zhang Li, Kai-Wen Cheng
  • Publication number: 20250296739
    Abstract: A storage container with various aspects is described herein. The storage container may have cleats or cleat receptacles to interact with other storage containers and/or accessories. The storage container may also include rails for attachment of various accessories. Some versions of the storage container may further include telescopic uprights connected to a handle. Many of the versions of the storage containers may further include wheels for transporting the storage containers and their contents.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2025
    Publication date: September 25, 2025
    Inventors: Grant T. Squiers, Matthew Vargo, Matthew W. Naiva, George Barton, Christopher S. Hoppe, Scott Earl McKinster, Aaron S. Blumenthal, Michael Stearns, Michael John Caelwaerts, Aaron M. Williams, Samuel A. Gould, Steven W. Hyma, Jason D. Thurner, Yaron Brunner
  • Publication number: 20250289619
    Abstract: Various components for use within a modular system are provided. In various embodiments, the coupling systems provided herein facilitate coupling modular units, such as by providing different structures and mechanisms to facilitate coupling different units together. The different mechanisms include different coupling arrangements between locking elements and interfaces coupled to the units.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2025
    Publication date: September 18, 2025
    Inventors: Scott M. Hangartner, Aaron M. Williams, Grant T. Squiers, George Barton, Joshua D. Schneider, Benjamin T. Jones
  • Publication number: 20250237092
    Abstract: One or more support platforms for a modular system are provided. The support platforms are configured to detachably support and couple with modular units, such as modular tool storage units. The support platforms include one or more components that include couplers configured to couple to modular tool storage units. The support platform includes sliding drawers and a drawer locking element that limits the number of drawers that can be fully extended from the housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 11, 2024
    Publication date: July 24, 2025
    Inventor: George Barton
  • Patent number: 12364333
    Abstract: Various embodiments of the coupling platforms described herein are usable to couple storage units, such as modular storage units, to structures, such as to the undersides of benches or tables. One or more of the coupling platforms described herein facilitate the user supporting a newly-disengaged support unit. For example, one or more of the coupling platforms permit the user to place their hands on both sides of the storage unit to complete a disengagement between the coupling platform and the storage unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2024
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2025
    Assignee: Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
    Inventors: George Barton, Aaron S. Blumenthal, Honesto D. Camposagrado, Matthew A. Lownik
  • Publication number: 20250229944
    Abstract: Various components for use within a modular system are provided. In various embodiments, the coupling systems provided herein facilitate coupling modular units, such as by providing multiple sliding directions or mechanisms to couple different units. Also provided are systems for communicating between modular units, such as by providing information and/or power between modular units.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 16, 2025
    Publication date: July 17, 2025
    Inventors: Aaron M. Williams, Benjamin T. Jones, Grant T. Squiers, David R. Hillenbrand, Caleb C. Adams, Charlie G. Noble, Jedidiah J. Babinec, Collin J. Nelson, Hunter M. Schwei, George Barton, Tanner C. Mascarenas, Christian R. Braun, Van N. Heyer, Alec C. Roberts, Christopher S. Spaulding, Matthew D. Post, Sebastien A. Hughes
  • Patent number: 12358104
    Abstract: A screwdriver includes a shank, a ratchet assembly, and a handle. The shank includes a shank extender that in an extended position lengthens the shank and in a retracted position is stored within the handle of the screwdriver. The ratchet assembly includes a knob and is configured to drive in the same direction the knob is turned. The screwdriver includes a locking mechanism to prevent unwanted movement of the shank between the extended and retracted positions. The handle of the screwdriver includes a storage space to hold alternative screwdriver bits and a stabilizing component to decrease movement of the handle when the storage portion is in an extended or open position. In a closed position the handle surrounds the alternate bits and in an open position the alternate bits are exposed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2022
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2025
    Assignee: Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
    Inventors: Joshua D. Schneider, Colin J. Roberts, Scott M. Hangartner, George Barton, Cheng Zhang Li, Kai-Wen Cheng
  • Publication number: 20250009091
    Abstract: A rolling storage unit for a modular system is provided. The rolling storage unit includes a main body and one or more drawers positionable within the main body. In various embodiments the one or more drawers include one or more wheels or rollers to provide support for the drawer as the drawer is extended from the main body. In specific embodiments the drawer includes a latch configured to secure the drawer relative to the main body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 3, 2024
    Publication date: January 9, 2025
    Inventors: George Barton, Charlie G. Noble, Honesto D. Camposagrado, Christian R. Braun, Benjamin T. Jones
  • Patent number: 12187491
    Abstract: A storage container with various aspects is described herein. The storage container may have cleats or cleat receptacles to interact with other storage containers and/or accessories. The storage container may also include rails for attachment of various accessories. Some versions of the storage container may further include telescopic uprights connected to a handle. Many of the versions of the storage containers may further include wheels for transporting the storage containers and their contents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2024
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2025
    Assignees: Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation, Keter Plastic LTD
    Inventors: Grant T. Squiers, Matthew Vargo, Matthew W. Naiva, George Barton, Christopher S. Hoppe, Scott Earl McKinster, Aaron S. Blumenthal, Michael Stearns, Michael John Caelwaerts, Aaron M. Williams, Samuel A. Gould, Steven W. Hyma, Jason D. Thurner, Yaron Brunner
  • Publication number: 20240399560
    Abstract: A coupling mechanism for a utility module is provided. The coupling mechanism includes locking panels that interface with opposing tabs of a modular storage system. The locking panels actuate between a locked position and an unlocked position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 15, 2024
    Publication date: December 5, 2024
    Inventor: George Barton