Patents by Inventor Kevin E. Hakala

Kevin E. Hakala 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).

  • Compressor mounted drain pan utilizing polyurethane adhesive
    Patent number: 5699677
    Abstract: Disclosed is a compressor and drain pan assembly utilizing a polyurethane adhesive to secure the drain pan to the compressor housing. The adhesive has an elasticity sufficient to dampen vibrations from the compressor, thereby significantly minimizing undesirable noise.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 1996
    Date of Patent: December 23, 1997
    Assignee: White Consolidated Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin E. Hakala, Joseph D. Kunkel, Glenn L. Johnson