Patents by Inventor Randy McGuire

Randy McGuire 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).

  • Multi-positional flat hook bracket
    Publication number: 20060153658
    Abstract: A multi-positional flat hook bracket for cargo securement is provided. The bracket allows for the securement of tie-down flat hooks in such a way as to conform to the recent regulations promulgated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Namely, the tie-down will stay inboard of the trailer's rub rails, and any loss in tension to the tie-downs will not result in the flat hook coming loose.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 12, 2005
    Publication date: July 13, 2006
    Applicant: Fontaine Trailer Company
    Inventors: Michael Watson, Randy McGuire
  • Method of making multi-ply door core, multi-ply door core, and door manufactured therewith
    Publication number: 20050016121
    Abstract: The present invention concerns a method of forming a multi-ply core component. A mold press is provided having an upper die and a lower die defining a mold cavity. At least one of the upper die and the lower die has a plurality of protrusions. A first wood composite board and a second wood composite board are disposed within the mold cavity. The first and second boards are fused proximate the plurality of protrusions by compressing the boards in the mold cavity through application of heat and pressure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 23, 2003
    Publication date: January 27, 2005
    Inventors: Geoffrey Hardwick, Randy McGuire