Patents by Inventor Ronald L. Firebaugh

Ronald L. Firebaugh 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).

  • Method of lifting a patient with a sling
    Patent number: 5530975
    Abstract: A sling for a patient lifter has a generally U-shape with two leg straps and at least two side straps to permit the positioning of the patient in a comfortable position. The side straps are located on opposite sides of the sling and include at least two loops.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 1995
    Date of Patent: July 2, 1996
    Assignee: Guardian Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Ronald L. Firebaugh, Jim R. Schultz
  • Sling for a patient lifter
    Patent number: 5396670
    Abstract: A sting for a patient lifter has a generally U-shape with two leg straps and at least two side straps to permit the positioning of the patient in a comfortable position. The side straps are located on opposite sides of the sling and include at least two loops.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 1993
    Date of Patent: March 14, 1995
    Assignee: Guardian Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Ronald L. Firebaugh, Jim R. Schultz