Patents by Inventor Hans J. Kern

Hans J. Kern 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).

  • Labelling device for electrical terminal blocks
    Patent number: 5338224
    Abstract: A labelling device for electrical terminal blocks is characterized by a unitary labelling element including a base portion which can be connected with the insulated body of the block and a tag portion connected with the base portion in a swingable manner via a strap hinge. When the tag portion is folded to the closed position, it is connected with the base portion via a pin and aperture press-fit connection. The labelling device can be manufactured in a simple manner with a narrow design and reliably retained in the closed position, whereby it also functions to cover the access openings of the terminal block.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 1992
    Date of Patent: August 16, 1994
    Assignee: Weidmuller Interface GmbH & Co.
    Inventors: Uwe Blanke, Hans J. Kern, Friedrich Schmidt, Thomas Hanke, Peter E. Murray, Michael Schnatwinkel, Manfred Wilmes