Patents by Inventor Tommy E. Talton

Tommy E. Talton 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).

  • Energy saver sliding door closer including a valved weight
    Patent number: 4649598
    Abstract: An energy saver door closer for use with a sliding door. A long cylindrical housing is attached to one vertical edge of the sliding door, a weight is in the cylinder and a cable connects the weight over a pulley in the top of the cylinder to an anchor in the door jam. A seal surrounds the weight so that there is a sealing contact with the housing to form a pneumatic cylinder therein. The lower part of the cylinder is provided with passageways which lets air go in or out. The upper part of the weight is provided with a valve which is always biased to the opened position but is held closed so long as the cable is taut When the cable is loose, the valve opens and air can rush out and the door will close faster.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 1985
    Date of Patent: March 17, 1987
    Inventors: Kenneth M. Kinsey, Tommy E. Talton, Robert L. Lay