Patents by Inventor Michael R. Hance

Michael R. Hance 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: 5852980
    Abstract: A pallet device for supporting a fuel dispenser or other movable object comprises a pair of runner elements mounted in parallel and spaced apart relation. Each runner element defines a respective longitudinal channel, which together permit endwise insertion of lifting forks. A pair of side ports extend laterally from the longitudinal channel of each runner element. The respective side ports of the two runner elements are aligned to provide transverse channels for sidewise insertion of lifting forks. Preferably, the two runner elements are made from sheet metal components for consistent and lightweight construction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 29, 1998
    Assignee: Schlumberger Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael R. Hance