Patents by Inventor Michael Bilas

Michael Bilas 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).

  • Automobile wheel lift
    Patent number: 4797058
    Abstract: An automobile wheel lift device for use on pick-up trucks or the like to convert the truck to a tow truck for vehicles. The wheel lift device comprises a support frame secured to the truck, a vertical disposed lift bar and outwardly extending vehicle engagement arms. A secondary wheel and axle assembly stabilizes the truck during towing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 1987
    Date of Patent: January 10, 1989
    Inventor: Michael Bilas
  • Wheel lift
    Patent number: 4711464
    Abstract: A wheel lift device for use on an auxiliary wheel and axle assembly on vehicles to increase the load carrying capacity and stability comprises a retractable wheel assembly adjustably positioned by a piston and cylinder configuration for engagement with the ground.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 1986
    Date of Patent: December 8, 1987
    Inventor: Michael Bilas
  • Reversible portable hoist
    Patent number: 4463858
    Abstract: A portable hoist that can be mounted in a pick up truck for lifting objects and for the lifting and towing of disabled vehicles. The hoist can be used either in or out of the truck.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 1982
    Date of Patent: August 7, 1984
    Inventor: Michael Bilas