Patents by Inventor James A. Hurlock

James A. Hurlock 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).

  • Tea strainer
    Patent number: 7077054
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a tea strainer comprised of a perforated bowl with a cover. The bowl is connected to an elongated handle. The cover is connected to a cover shaft that is pivotally attached to the handle. The perimeter of the cover is slightly smaller than the perimeter of the bowl so that the cover can be extended into the bowl to strain the tea. A retention latch is attached to the front of the bowl to keep the cover from opening.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2006
    Inventor: James A. Hurlock