Patents by Inventor Richard Van Luit

Richard Van Luit 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: 5538170
    Abstract: A combined tape reel storage, transport, and dispensing device has a core supporting axle holding a tape roll for free rotation within a generally cylindrical durable polypropylene housing. Tape is fed through a tangential feed slot, over a support ledge, and beneath a V-shaped cutter. The cutter smoothly severs a desired length of tape without twisting or binding. The recessed cutting edge also prevents the user from jabbing or cutting themselves. A finger sized slot in the cutter allows precise and safe feeding and starting of the tape unwinding process. An integral carrying handle is incorporated into the housing top and a flat support surface is incorporated into the housing bottom. An integral central boss forms the axle for supporting the spool of tape. A flat retaining bar secures the tape within the housing while providing instant visual inspection of the remaining tape on the reel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 1994
    Date of Patent: July 23, 1996
    Inventor: Richard Van Luit