Patents by Inventor William J. Coakley

William J. Coakley 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: 5473782
    Abstract: An improved garbage disposal cap for scraping waste from eating wear and sinks that allows safe insertion of waste into the disposal unit. The improved garbage disposal cap is equipped with circular shape which may be constructed of sponge or other materials. Waste is scraped from eating wear and sink and pushed into the disposal unit. The improved disposal cap further acts as a drain cap by pushing the plunger portion thru the disposal and the cap portion sealing over the top of the splash guard. The invention further acts as a disposal guard by resting the scraper-plunger portion on the splash guard with the cap of the invention at sink level allowing for normal use of the sink and water flow.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 1992
    Date of Patent: December 12, 1995
    Assignee: William J. Coakley
    Inventor: William J. Coakley