Patents by Inventor Jerald J. Riopel

Jerald J. Riopel 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).

  • Publication number: 20160102497
    Abstract: A ladder stabilizer for safely and efficiently stabilizing a ladder against a surface. The ladder stabilizer generally includes a base having a pair of angularly-disposed support brackets positioned on its front end. Each of the support brackets includes a tubular support receiver having a support opening adapted to receive a corresponding support. Each of the supports generally comprises angled L-shaped structures. Connector bolts aid in securing the base to a ladder rung. Pin receivers on each of the support receivers allow the use of pop pins to selectively lock the supports between a first retracted position for transport and a second extended position for usage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2014
    Publication date: April 14, 2016
    Inventor: Jerald J. Riopel
  • Patent number: 7175033
    Abstract: A portable chafing stand system for providing a chafing stand that is portable and that reduces fuel consumption. The portable chafing stand system includes a pair of end members and a pair of side members attachable to one another. The end members each have a plurality of first slots and a plurality of second slots. The side members each have a plurality of catch members that are catchably received within the first slots and the second slots. The side members preferably have a lower lip for supporting the fuel unit. The end members each include a pair of upper supports for supporting an upper lip of a disposable food tray. The upper edge of the side members supports the floor of the disposable food tray.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2007
    Inventor: Jerald J. Riopel