Patents by Inventor Jay T. Beard

Jay T. Beard 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: 5596809
    Abstract: The present invention provides for circle cutters to cut drywall. The circle cutters include a removable pivoting member, a beam and a cutting member. The beam has a groove with teeth in the bottom as well as a slot. The pivoting member includes a surface having teeth for interlocking with the groove teeth. Additionally, one or more contact protrusions can be provided on the bottom surface of the beam for improved circle cutting on textured drywall surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 1995
    Date of Patent: January 28, 1997
    Inventor: Jay T. Beard
  • Patent number: 5542184
    Abstract: The present invention provides for cutting devices used in conjunction with a flexible measuring tape to cut drywall. The end segment and angled tab of the measuring tape are retained between two body components of a unit having an extended knife blade. Optionally, a guide unit is provided for attachment to the measuring tape in order to guide the cutting device in the preparation of cuts of uniform width and sufficient cutting depth to break the sheet along the cut.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 1995
    Date of Patent: August 6, 1996
    Inventor: Jay T. Beard
  • Patent number: D309151
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 1987
    Date of Patent: July 10, 1990
    Inventor: Jay T. Beard