Patents by Inventor John D. McPhail

John D. McPhail 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: 4175460
    Abstract: Trimmer apparatus for trimming the edge of an endless belt of felt, fabric, or other similar material. The apparatus provides quick-release pins for easy removal of the cutting apparatus from the mounting brackets. The mounting brackets are adjustable in both the vertical and horizontal direction to provide the desired knife orientation. A mounting bracket angle retainer maintains the mounting brackets in a perpendicular relationship to one another while still permitting both folding and adjustment of the mounting brackets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 1978
    Date of Patent: November 27, 1979
    Inventor: John D. McPhail