Patents by Inventor Marshall S. Eakes

Marshall S. Eakes 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).

  • Door support system and method
    Publication number: 20030005641
    Abstract: A door support system and method are provided for manufacturers and distributors of pre-hung door assemblies as used in homes and other buildings. The door support system includes a molded, polymeric corner member, retainer which fits within the latch throat of the door and a door rest which is positioned on the edge of the door, between the threshold and the door bottom. With the door support system installed, the pre-hung door assembly can easily be transported and installed without damage or injury, even with rough handling.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2001
    Publication date: January 9, 2003
    Inventors: Marshall S. Eakes, Joseph Mark Downey, Michael S. Rook