Patents by Inventor James A. Burkart, Jr.

James A. Burkart, Jr. 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: 6279271
    Abstract: This invention comprises a grid structure that with the addition of panels and panel holding components, and the further addition of a gutter and downspout provides an effective under-deck water shedding system where the grid and panel components generally are set or slid into place and generally can be lifted or slid out of place for adjustment, maintenance or removal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2001
    Inventor: James A. Burkart, Jr.
  • Patent number: 5134806
    Abstract: Disclosed are a bumper retaining device (20) and a latch holding device (40) which facilitate the safe use of pressure mounted security gates (10) commonly used for children or pets. The bumper retaining device (20) consists of a plate (22) with a hollow (24) on the upper side, configured to receive and retain frictional bumpers (14) of the security gate (10). Two bumper retaining devices (20), one on each side of a passageway, are to be positioned to receive two upper bumpers (14). The bumper retaining device (20) keeps the security gate (10) from being dislodged. A latch holding device (40) keeps the latch (30), which controls width and pressure of the security gate (10), from falling out of adjustment. A kit is assembled of the inventive devices for easy installation by a home owner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 1991
    Date of Patent: August 4, 1992
    Inventor: James A. Burkart, Jr.