Patents by Inventor Robert D. Dahlin

Robert D. Dahlin 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).

  • Plank grating assembly
    Patent number: 4566243
    Abstract: A plank grating assembly for forming decking, flooring or subflooring. Longitudinal metal planks have flanges on each side edge and trapezoidal openings in each flange. The planks are rigidly connected and supported by cross braces each having an inverted V shaped configuration. Each brace is slotted at both ends. The braces can be inserted through the openings in the plank flanges and then rotated to an assembled position in which the edges of adjacent openings are closely received in the slots of the braces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 1984
    Date of Patent: January 28, 1986
    Assignee: Benchcraft, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert D. Dahlin