Patents by Inventor Thomas E. Draur

Thomas E. Draur 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 and apparatus for removing a lid from a container
    Patent number: 6912931
    Abstract: An opener is provided for removing a lid from a paint can or any other similar type container. The opener has a plurality of tapered bits coupled to a first means for moving the bits toward the lid. The opener is also provided with a second means for moving the bits relative to the container to lift the lid from the container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2002
    Date of Patent: July 5, 2005
    Assignee: Innovating Solutions, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas E. Draur, Jeffrey S. Dworek, Tracy S. Lemar