Patents by Inventor Rodd Joos

Rodd Joos 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: 20060192060
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for supporting a vehicle by accommodating large loads and a variety of floor gradients while preventing shifting and slippage during use. The apparatus comprises a main frame assembly, a height adjustment mechanism disposed in the main frame assembly, and a plurality of casters mounted on the main frame assembly to provide mobility. The apparatus may also comprise a clamping feature to secure a pinch weld section of a vehicle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 23, 2005
    Publication date: August 31, 2006
    Inventors: Scott Opsahl, Rodd Joos, Eric Adamson
  • Publication number: 20060151252
    Abstract: A heavy duty vehicle component lift apparatus and method for supporting and lifting components is provided. The invention includes a lift extension connected to a frame assembly and a lift table. A hydraulic cylinder and ram assembly extends and contracts the lift extension. The lift table may be tiltably adjustable in a first and second direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2004
    Publication date: July 13, 2006
    Inventor: Rodd Joos
  • Publication number: 20050254923
    Abstract: A high lift wheel dolly includes a method and apparatus for supporting and lifting components. The invention includes a main frame assembly, a lift carriage connected to the main frame assembly, and a hydraulic cylinder and ram assembly located on the main frame assembly and further coupled to the lift carriage. The lift carriage is pivotably connected to the main frame assembly and can further provide lateral movement with respect to the main frame assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2004
    Publication date: November 17, 2005
    Inventors: Tim Gorski, Rodd Joos