Patents by Inventor William B. McLain

William B. McLain 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 maintenance of wheel bearings
    Patent number: 5297569
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for cleaning and lubricating bearings includes the steps of placing the bearings on posts on a rotating member, and rotating the member within a container containing a cleaning solvent. The rotating member is then removed from the cleaning solvent, and a lubricant is placed within the container. The rotating member is then reinserted into the container and the bearings are rotated within the lubricant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 1992
    Date of Patent: March 29, 1994
    Inventor: William B. McLain