Patents by Inventor Larry M. Harbert

Larry M. Harbert 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).

  • Method and means for inserting, cutting and binding spiral wire binders
    Patent number: 4185668
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for inserting and forming spiral wire binders in a manner which insures uniform cutting and crimping of the coil ends and alignment of the inbent crimps. The method comprises the steps of feeding the spiral wire into the book its full length, stopping the feeding operation for a predetermined time delay and finally severing and crimping the coil ends. The apparatus comprises means responsive to completion of the feeding operation for stopping the feed and initiating actuation of a timer, and cutting and crimping the coil ends in response to running out of the timer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 16, 1978
    Date of Patent: January 29, 1980
    Assignee: Hans Sickinger Co.
    Inventor: Larry M. Harbert