Patents by Inventor James E. Muth

James E. Muth 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: 4226402
    Abstract: An improved post puller includes a U-shaped grapple and a pivot mount providing both a generally vertical pivot position for connection of the grapple to a draw bar and a base for mounting an operating handle thereto. One alternate embodiment provides adjustability. Further, the handle and pivot axis are specifically disposed in varying alternate positions for first rotating the grapple to grasp a post and then to permit rotation about another axis for post pulling. Another alternate embodiment includes a double grapple and actuating apparatus for opening and closing it about a post.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 16, 1979
    Date of Patent: October 7, 1980
    Inventor: James E. Muth