Patents by Inventor Kyle J. Tapio

Kyle J. Tapio 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: 6484813
    Abstract: A fine grading attachment, adapted to be affixed to a bulldozer and comprising an elongate body having fasteners, adapted to affix the attachment to a bulldozer in a predetermined orientation. In this orientation the length of the elongate body extends along and in front of the bottom of the bulldozer and the front face of the attachment is disposed to be vertical or to slope forwardly as it extends from bottom to top when the bulldozer is positioned so that the attachment contacts the soil.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 16, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2002
    Assignee: Tapio Construction, Inc.
    Inventors: John A. Tapio, Nels D. Tapio, Kyle J. Tapio
  • Publication number: 20020148622
    Abstract: A fine grading attachment, adapted to be affixed to a bulldozer and comprising an elongate body having fasteners, adapted to affix the attachment to a bulldozer in a predetermined orientation. In this orientation the length of the elongate body extends along and in front of the bottom of the bulldozer and the front face of the attachment is disposed to be vertical or to slope forwardly as it extends from bottom to top when the bulldozer is positioned so that the attachment contacts the soil.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 16, 2001
    Publication date: October 17, 2002
    Inventors: John A. Tapio, Nels D. Tapio, Kyle J. Tapio
  • Patent number: 6183160
    Abstract: A screeding assembly and method is disclosed for spreading, grading, consolidating and smoothing loose or plastic material such as poured, uncured concrete when the assembly moved over an area of the material. The assembly includes a rotatable auger to move the material laterally across the path of travel, a vibratory screed positioned behind the auger to smooth and finish the material, and an elongated engaging member reciprocated laterally across the path at a position between the auger and vibratory screed to facilitate consolidation of the material. Preferably, a plow/striker is positioned in front of the auger to and remove excess material. The assembly may be mounted on a self-propelled vehicle or other support on a boom for moving the assembly over the material, and is preferably controlled by a laser beam responsive elevation control. A kit for attaching the reciprocating engaging member to an existing screed assembly is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 1998
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2001
    Assignee: Delaware Capital Formation, Inc.
    Inventors: John A. Tapio, Nels D. Tapio, Kyle J. Tapio
  • Patent number: 6152647
    Abstract: A screeding assembly and method is disclosed for spreading, grading, consolidating and smoothing loose or plastic material such as poured, uncured concrete when the assembly moved over an area of the material. The assembly includes a rotatable auger to move the material laterally across the path of travel, a vibratory screed positioned behind the auger to smooth and finish the material, and an elongated engaging member reciprocated laterally across the path at a position between the auger and vibratory screed to facilitate consolidation of the material. Preferably, a plow/striker is positioned in front of the auger to and remove excess material. The assembly may be mounted on a self-propelled vehicle or other support on a boom for moving the assembly over the material, and is preferably controlled by a laser beam responsive elevation control. A kit for attaching the reciprocating engaging member to an existing screed assembly is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 1999
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2000
    Assignee: Delaware Capital Formation, Inc.
    Inventors: John A. Tapio, Nels D. Tapio, Kyle J. Tapio
  • Patent number: 6129481
    Abstract: A screeding assembly and method is disclosed for spreading, grading, consolidating and smoothing loose or plastic material such as poured, uncured concrete when the assembly moved over an area of the material. The assembly includes a rotatable auger to move the material laterally across the path of travel, a vibratory screed positioned behind the auger to smooth and finish the material, and an elongated engaging member reciprocated laterally across the path at a position between the auger and vibratory screed to facilitate consolidation of the material. Preferably, a plow/striker is positioned in front of the auger to and remove excess material. The assembly may be mounted on a self-propelled vehicle or other support on a boom for moving the assembly over the material, and is preferably controlled by a laser beam responsive elevation control. A kit for attaching the reciprocating engaging member to an existing screed assembly is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 10, 2000
    Assignee: Delaware Capital Formation, Inc.
    Inventors: John A. Tapio, Nels D. Tapio, Kyle J. Tapio