Patents by Inventor Vernon G. Erickson

Vernon G. Erickson 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).

  • Patent number: 4530429
    Abstract: A self-propelled, foldable grain conveyor that includes an intake conveyor section, an intermediate conveyor section and a discharge conveyor section. The intermediate conveyor section is mounted on a triangular wheel mounted frame. The elevation of both the intake end and the discharge end of the intermediate conveyor section are adjustable independently of the other. The intake conveyor section is pivotally mounted to the intermediate conveyor section. Gears and hydraulic cylinders are provided for pivoting the intake conveyor section with respect to the intermediate conveyor section between an extended work position and a retracted transport position. The discharge conveyor is also pivotally mounted to the intermediate conveyor section and is swung (by hand) between a retracted and extended position. A sweep conveyor section, pivotally mounted to the intake conveyor section, is also provided for optional use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 1982
    Date of Patent: July 23, 1985
    Inventor: Vernon G. Erickson