Patents by Inventor J. Richard Clay

J. Richard Clay 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).

  • Severing and insertion device for inserting spacers
    Patent number: 6061888
    Abstract: A device and automated method for inserting spacers into grooves of frames. The device and method are particularly useful in the woodworking industry. Resilient substances are severed into sections to form the spacers which are thereafter pneumatically inserted into the groove. The apparatus can be provided with a positioner for advancing the resilient substance. A timer may also be utilized to calibrate actuation of the device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 1998
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2000
    Inventors: Printess Campbell, J. Richard Clay
  • Insertion device for inserting spacers
    Patent number: 6052882
    Abstract: A device and automated method for inserting spacers into grooves (22). The insertion of spacers into the grooves (22) of wooden doors (20) is particularly useful for aligning parts of the door (20) , such as, panel components and the like of the door (20). Use of the insertion device and method can eliminate the necessity of inserting spacers, by hand, into grooves (22).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 1997
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2000
    Assignee: Saturn Tool Company, LLC
    Inventors: Printess Campbell, J. Richard Clay