Patents by Inventor Gilbert Makus

Gilbert Makus 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: 4804166
    Abstract: A metal clip is formed with an arcuate front base portion having a pair of generally C-shaped flange side anchor portions projecting from folded back edges of the clip. Fencing materials such as wire or rails are attached to a flange projecting from the bottom edge of the clip. When the clip is inserted into a channel with inwardly turned edges the C-shaped flanges clip onto the edges. When the arcuate front base portion of the clip is flattened by striking with a hammer, the C-shaped flanges rotate into locking engagement with the inwardly rolled edges of the channel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 1987
    Date of Patent: February 14, 1989
    Inventor: Gilbert Makus