Patents by Inventor Rick Hurst
Rick Hurst 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).
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Patent number: 9151442Abstract: A tool mounting system having at least one support tool structure with at least one tool connected to each of the at least one tool support. A first and second mounting portion is connected to each of the at least one tool support structure and is connectable to a first and second mount on a base, respectively. At least one of the first mounting portion or the second mounting portion has a particular mounting characteristic such that the first and second mounting portions are only correspondable to the first and second mounts of the base to ensure the proper position of the at least one tool support structure relative to the base.Type: GrantFiled: November 8, 2013Date of Patent: October 6, 2015Assignee: Norgren Automation Solutions, LLCInventors: Rick Hurst, Corey Chappus, Bryan Voss
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Publication number: 20140070062Abstract: A tool mounting system having at least one support tool structure with at least one tool connected to each of the at least one tool support. A first and second mounting portion is connected to each of the at least one tool support structure and is connectable to a first and second mount on a base, respectively. At least one of the first mounting portion or the second mounting portion has a particular mounting characteristic such that the first and second mounting portions are only correspondable to the first and second mounts of the base to ensure the proper position of the at least one tool support structure relative to the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 8, 2013Publication date: March 13, 2014Applicant: NORGREN AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS, LLCInventors: Rick Hurst, Corey Chappus, Bryan Voss
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Patent number: 8607441Abstract: A tool mounting system having at least one support tool structure with at least one tool connected to each of the at least one tool support. A first and second mounting portion is connected to each of the at least one tool support structure and is connectable to a first and second mount on a base, respectively. The first and second mounting portions have particular mounting characteristics for each of the at least one support tool structure such that the first and second mounting portions are only correspondable to the first and second mounts of the base to ensure the proper position of the at least one tool support structure relative to the base.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 2011Date of Patent: December 17, 2013Assignee: Norgren Automation Solutions, LLCInventors: Rick Hurst, Corey Chappus, Bryan Voss
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Patent number: 8122581Abstract: A method for mounting a plurality of tool rails of a tool mounting system according to a desired orientation. The method includes mounting a plurality of tool rail supports to a base, wherein each of the plurality of tool rail support has a releasable mount and a lug mount. Each of the plurality of tool rails is assembled to include a mount plug receivable within the releasable mount of the tool rail supports, and a lug receivable within the lug mount of the tool rail supports. At least one of the plurality of tool rail supports is fixed with the releasable mount spaced apart from the lug mount such that only a desired one of the plurality of tool rails can be received in a corresponding one of the tool rail supports.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2010Date of Patent: February 28, 2012Assignee: Syron Engineering & Manufacturing, LLCInventors: Rick Hurst, Corey Chappus, Bryan Voss
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Patent number: 8024852Abstract: A tool mount assembly includes drop down connections to aid in mounting of a tool to a moving base and a fail-safe tool mounting system for preventing installation of a tool in an undesired or incorrect manner. A plurality of tool mount rails are received within mounts and are uniquely tailored to assure proper placement of tools such as grippers or vacuum cups at desired locations specific to the application requirements.Type: GrantFiled: June 25, 2010Date of Patent: September 27, 2011Assignee: Syron Engineering & Manufacturing, LLCInventors: Rick Hurst, Corey Chappus, Bryan Voss
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Patent number: 7748107Abstract: A tool mount assembly includes drop down connections to aid in mounting of a tool to a moving base and a fail-safe tool mounting system for preventing installation of a tool in an undesired or incorrect manner. A plurality of tool mount rails are received within mounts and are uniquely tailored to assure proper placement of tools such as grippers or vacuum cups at desired locations specific to the application requirements.Type: GrantFiled: October 12, 2005Date of Patent: July 6, 2010Assignee: Syron Engineering & Manufacturing, LLCInventors: Rick Hurst, Corey Chappus, Bryan Voss
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Patent number: 7343765Abstract: A method and device for checking clearance between a stamping die includes a template representative of relative movement between the stamping die and end tool. A template including a surface representing movement of the end tool relative to the stamping die is positioned relative to the stamping die. The position is indicative of a location of the end tool during operation of the stamping die. Contact between the template and the stamping die along the surface representing movement indicates potential contact between the end tool and the stamping die during operation.Type: GrantFiled: April 13, 2006Date of Patent: March 18, 2008Assignee: Syron Engineering & Manufacturing, LLCInventors: Scott McCallum, Paul Kleine, Rick Hurst
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Publication number: 20060191312Abstract: A method and device for checking clearance between a stamping die includes a template representative of relative movement between the stamping die and end tool. A template including a surface representing movement of the end tool relative to the stamping die is positioned relative to the stamping die. The position is indicative of a location of the end tool during operation of the stamping die. Contact between the template and the stamping die along the surface representing movement indicates potential contact between the end tool and the stamping die during operation.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 27, 2006Publication date: August 31, 2006Inventors: Scott McCallum, Paul Kleine, Rick Hurst
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Publication number: 20060179906Abstract: A method and device for checking clearance between a stamping die includes a template representative of relative movement between the stamping die and end tool. A template including a surface representing movement of the end tool relative to the stamping die is positioned relative to the stamping die. The position is indicative of a location of the end tool during operation of the stamping die. Contact between the template and the stamping die along the surface representing movement indicates potential contact between the end tool and the stamping die during operation.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 13, 2006Publication date: August 17, 2006Inventors: Scott McCallum, Paul Kleine, Rick Hurst
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Patent number: 7040128Abstract: A method and device for checking clearance between a stamping die includes a template representative of relative movement between the stamping die and end tool. A template including a surface representing movement of the end tool relative to the stamping die is positioned relative to the stamping die. The position is indicative of a location of the end tool during operation of the stamping die. Contact between the template and the stamping die along the surface representing movement indicates potential contact between the end tool and the stamping die during operation.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2004Date of Patent: May 9, 2006Assignee: Syron Engineering & Manufacturing, LLCInventors: Scott McCallum, Paul Kleine, Rick Hurst
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Publication number: 20060078413Abstract: A tool mount assembly includes drop down connections to aid in mounting of a tool to a moving base and a fail-safe tool mounting system for preventing installation of a tool in an undesired or incorrect manner. A plurality of tool mount rails are received within mounts and are uniquely tailored to assure proper placement of tools such as grippers or vacuum cups at desired locations specific to the application requirements.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 12, 2005Publication date: April 13, 2006Inventors: Rick Hurst, Corey Chappus, Bryan Voss
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Publication number: 20050000264Abstract: A method and device for checking clearance between a stamping die includes a template representative of relative movement between the stamping die and end tool. A template including a surface representing movement of the end tool relative to the stamping die is positioned relative to the stamping die. The position is indicative of a location of the end tool during operation of the stamping die. Contact between the template and the stamping die along the surface representing movement indicates potential contact between the end tool and the stamping die during operation.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 16, 2004Publication date: January 6, 2005Inventors: Scott McCallum, Paul Kleine, Rick Hurst
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Patent number: 6574911Abstract: A tackle management system and organizer that fits within inboard storage locations of a boat. The system includes two tracks and a plurality clips that define compartments for tackle or utility boxes. The clips and tracks are adapted to securely store a variety of sized tackle boxes. The system may be used in original equipment installations or as a retrofit installation.Type: GrantFiled: January 18, 2002Date of Patent: June 10, 2003Assignee: Genmar IP LLCInventors: Rick Hurst, Mark Zwicker