Patents by Inventor Nick Ciavarella

Nick Ciavarella 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).

  • Universal collar
    Publication number: 20050087563
    Abstract: A universal collar that attaches to a pump and, in turn, a container used in a dispenser having a keyplate, the universal collar including: a first flange and a second flange, wherein the flanges extend radially outward and are axially spaced from each other for receiving the keyplate therebetween.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2003
    Publication date: April 28, 2005
    Inventors: Nick Ciavarella, Mark Rosenkranz, Detlev Smith
  • Electric mower switch
    Patent number: 6220005
    Abstract: An electric switch operating mechanism is disclosed utilizing a rotating bail and a secondary inward moving interlock, wherein a single multiple function spring rotatively biases the moving bail into an inactive position, biasing the interlock into a non-engaged outward position and in addition operates the switch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 1995
    Date of Patent: April 24, 2001
    Assignee: MTD Products Inc
    Inventors: Gerhard Plamper, Nick Ciavarella, Karim M. Abood