Patents by Inventor Jim M. Swendeman

Jim M. Swendeman 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).

  • Can flattener
    Patent number: 4432279
    Abstract: A flattener for beverage cans is disclosed. The flattener comprises a rotating drum and a series of roller assemblies mounted in a converging arc with respect to the drum to provide a progressively decreasing nip between the roller assemblies and the drum between which the cans may be flattened.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 1982
    Date of Patent: February 21, 1984
    Assignee: Reynolds Metals Company
    Inventor: Jim M. Swendeman