Patents by Inventor Rick Larry Rolof

Rick Larry Rolof 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).

  • Publication number: 20180298986
    Abstract: A tool for tightening or loosening a load retaining chain, includes a tie rod having a central axis and oppositely threaded opposing ends; chain hooks each having a threaded pin engaging the threaded tie rod ends; and a lever arm having a ratcheting mechanism to rotate the tie rod and a far end configured to engage a chain link. The lever arm may pivot about an axis substantially perpendicular to the tie rod central axis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 6, 2018
    Publication date: October 18, 2018
    Inventor: Rick Larry Rolof