Patents by Inventor Vern M. Ford

Vern M. Ford 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).

  • Interlocking panel building system
    Patent number: 5638651
    Abstract: This invention discloses to an interlocking insulated panel building system that has expanded polystyrene panels sandwiched between inner and outer oriented strand board (OSB) skins. Structural strength is enhanced and thermal shorts are reduced by use of channels formed from typically 22 gauge (0.03") galvanized steel. The panels are interfitted by a tongue-and-groove system. The components of the system are wall panels, headers, sills, beams, and roof panels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 17, 1997
    Inventor: Vern M. Ford