Patents by Inventor R. Wayne Eitzen

R. Wayne Eitzen 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: 6200065
    Abstract: The screed includes an elongated blade vibrated by a centrally located, eccentric weight. The blade is supported by an elongated shaft extending to a power source that drives the weight. An associated operator handle facilitates convenient manipulation of the screed. A unique vibration dispersion system enables the centrally located weight to effectively vibrate the entire blade length. The dispersion system includes an elongated, rigid integral brace extending the entire blade length. The brace secures to the eccentric weight via a vibratory housing. Vibrations from the housing force the blade to vibrate violently to consolidate the plastic concrete. As the screed is drawn across wet plastic concrete, it simultaneously consolidates the concrete by vibrating it thoroughly throughout the monolith while also striking off and levelling the top layer of the concrete.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 13, 2001
    Inventor: R. Wayne Eitzen