Patents by Inventor John E. Kline

John E. Kline 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).

  • Lock-up for thin printing plate
    Patent number: 3970001
    Abstract: Lock-up structure for applying a thin flexible press roll to a generally semi-cylindrical saddle comprising means for fixing one end of a printing plate to one straight edge of the saddle, and a bar at the other straight edge of the saddle. The bar includes means for affixing the opposite edge of the printing plate thereto. Toggle means are provided for swinging the bar into position adjacent the other straight edge of the saddle while applying a predetermined tension to the printing plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 1972
    Date of Patent: July 20, 1976
    Assignee: Brooks & Perkins, Incorporated
    Inventors: Leslie Mollon, John E. Kline