Patents by Inventor Walter E. Akes

Walter E. Akes 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).

  • Ram guidance system
    Patent number: 5138862
    Abstract: An apparatus for forming containers is disclosed having an improved guidance system for guiding a ram along a substantially linear path through a tool pack. The apparatus includes at least one bearing assembly through which the ram reciprocates. Preferably, the ram has a substantially circular cross-section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 1991
    Date of Patent: August 18, 1992
    Assignee: Ball Corporation
    Inventors: Howard C. Chasteen, Walter E. Akes