Cylindrical Objects With Elongated Horizontal Axis Support Body Patents (Class 280/79.6)
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Patent number: 11952249Abstract: A material transport cart includes a cart body, a material support body coupled to the cart body, a wheel coupled to the cart body, a motor operable to drive the wheel, and a powered lift assembly. The powered lift assembly is coupled to the cart body and to the material support body. The powered lift assembly is operable to lift the material support body relative to the cart body. A removable battery is electrically coupled to and operable to supply power to both the motor and the powered lift assembly.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2022Date of Patent: April 9, 2024Assignee: Milwaukee Electric Tool CorporationInventors: David M. Schwalbach, Christina Prestidge-Kadrlik, Paul Rossetto, Logan M. Hietpas, Matt Thurin, Kathleen M. Keegan, James Wekwert
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Patent number: 11708103Abstract: A material handling cart is provided, having a frame with wheels and engaging members for supporting a part carried by the cart. Each engaging member has an engaging surface including a material for protecting a corresponding surface of the part from damage. Upper supports are attached to the frame and extend upward to a distal end, and have a height equal to or greater than a height of the part when the part is carried by the cart. Each upper support has an upper stacking coupler at its distal end. Lower stacking couplers are attached to the bottom of the frame. The lower stacking couplers engage upper stacking couplers of a second identical cart, to stack the cart above the second cart. The upper stacking couplers engage lower stacking couplers of a third identical cart, to stack the third material handling cart above the cart.Type: GrantFiled: January 10, 2020Date of Patent: July 25, 2023Assignee: MARLIN STEEL WIRE PRODUCTS, LLCInventors: Drew A. Greenblatt, Andrew Montgomery, Richard Bates
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Patent number: 11679794Abstract: A material handling cart is provided having a frame with engaging members for supporting a part carried by the cart. Each engaging member has an adjustable engaging surface that may include a material for protecting a corresponding surface of the part from damage. A plurality of wheels are each attached to the lower surface of the frame. A plurality of upper supports are attached to and extend upward from the frame, and lower stacking members are attached to and extend downward from the frame. Each upper support is configured for stacking engagement with a lower stacking member of a second material handling cart identical to the cart, to stack the second cart above the cart; and each lower stacking member is configured for stacking engagement with an upper support of a third material handling cart identical to the cart, to stack the cart above the third material handling cart.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 2021Date of Patent: June 20, 2023Assignee: MARLIN STEEL WIRE PRODUCTS LLCInventors: Drew Greenblatt, Andrew Montgomery, Jacob A. Dieter
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Patent number: 11554943Abstract: A material transport cart includes a cart body, a material support body coupled to the cart body, a wheel coupled to the cart body, a motor operable to drive the wheel, and a powered lift assembly. The powered lift assembly is coupled to the cart body and to the material support body. The powered lift assembly is operable to lift the material support body relative to the cart body. A removable battery is electrically coupled to and operable to supply power to both the motor and the powered lift assembly.Type: GrantFiled: August 1, 2019Date of Patent: January 17, 2023Assignee: Milwaukee Electric Tool CorporationInventors: David M. Schwalbach, Christina Prestidge-Kadrlik, Paul Rossetto, Logan M. Hietpas, Matt Thurin, Kathleen M. Keegan, James Wekwert
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Patent number: 10645901Abstract: A portable, trapping system for capturing and non-lethally retaining a large number of large animals, such as wild horses or feral hogs. A specialized trailer aligns and secures deployable corral components for transportation. The corral comprises a modular fence erected on-site from multiple fence panels that are hinged together by pinning. The fence panels are configured with voids to prevent animal climbing. A gate with a remotely actuated trap door is similarly pinned between adjacent fence panels. The gate threshold is concealable. Stakes secure panels to the ground, forming a stable enclosure. The trailer comprises a rigid, confining frame structure adapted to constrain and transport corral components. When the corral is disassembled, multiple individual fence panels are slidably captivated between channels on first and second confining surfaces, being maintained in a parallel and stable configuration during transportation.Type: GrantFiled: November 1, 2017Date of Patent: May 12, 2020Inventor: Jeffrey Wayne McNew
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Patent number: 10577005Abstract: A movable rack system for storing carts or other suitable transports for storing rolls of synthetic turf. Alternatively, the rolls of synthetic turf may be stored directly on the rack systems. A first row of rack systems contains N rack systems. An adjacent row contains N?1 rack systems. The rack systems in the adjacent row can be moved laterally so that access to the first row is available for loading and unloading rack systems contained in that row. In a second moveable rack system, a plurality of satellite hubs rotate about a central hub such that support structures on the satellite hubs are capable of rotating into a loading position and then rotating away from the loading position to a storage position.Type: GrantFiled: May 31, 2019Date of Patent: March 3, 2020Inventor: Mark H. Nicholls
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Patent number: 10457422Abstract: A method and apparatus for securing a rotor blade is disclosed. The apparatus includes a base and an offset member configured to maintain the base at a selected distance from a set point. A clamping member is supported by the base and is receptive of the rotor blade at a selected location of the rotor blade, wherein the rotor blade is positioned against the set point. A slidable component supports the clamping member and slides the clamping member within the base to the selected location of the rotor blade. The free end of the clam shell assembly can be secured to a support beam that raises the clam shell assembly and rotor blade from the base for immersion testing.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 2016Date of Patent: October 29, 2019Assignee: SIKORSKY AIRCRAFT CORPORATIONInventors: David W. Littlejohn, Sven R. Lofstrom, Scott O. Smith
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Patent number: 10288211Abstract: The invention relates to a transport system for motor vehicle engines, with an engine unit arrangeable on a motor vehicle engine and a load pickup unit arrangeable on a load carrier. In order to provide a transport system that ensures reliable positional securing of a motor vehicle engine connected with the transport system, it is provided that a locking unit adjustable between a locked position and an unlocked position is arranged on the load pickup unit, which is designed such that it automatically locks the engine unit in a transport position on the load pickup unit.Type: GrantFiled: August 19, 2016Date of Patent: May 14, 2019Assignee: TKR Spezialwerkzeuge GmbHInventors: Fatih Yildirim, Ralf Rachholz
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Patent number: 9809242Abstract: A cart for use with rolls of synthetic turf comprising a first and second spaced apart longitudinal members; first and second lateral members between the first and second longitudinal members, the lateral members having at least one hitch ball disposed thereon; a plurality of lateral members between the first and second longitudinal members with one or more having an opening sized to receive a fork on a forklift and a hitch ball disposed thereon; first, second, third and fourth swivel casters having at least one wheel and disposed inside a perimeter defined by the first and second longitudinal members and the first and second lateral member; and a support member having at least one curved surface to from a cradle for receiving the one or more rolls of synthetic turf.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2016Date of Patent: November 7, 2017Inventor: Mark H. Nicholls
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Patent number: 8944445Abstract: A mobile support system for supporting a concrete pouring hose supports ten to sixteen feet of hose while providing sufficient ground clearance to avoid common obstacles. The mobile support system features large castors and conveniently placed hand holds to permit the mobile support system to be moved safely and easily. The system provides for socketed leg attachment, thereby allowing for ease of disassembly and storage.Type: GrantFiled: November 8, 2012Date of Patent: February 3, 2015Inventors: Andrew D. Cook, Michael J. Scott, Joel D. St. John
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Publication number: 20140367937Abstract: A mobile support system for supporting a concrete pouring hose supports ten to sixteen feet of hose while providing sufficient ground clearance to avoid common obstacles. The mobile support system features large castors and conveniently placed hand holds to permit the mobile support system to be moved safely and easily. The system provides for socketed leg attachment, thereby allowing for ease of disassembly and storage.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 8, 2012Publication date: December 18, 2014Inventors: Andrew D. COOK, Michael J. SCOTT, Joel D. ST. JOHN
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Publication number: 20140291952Abstract: Provided is a device for facilitating babies learning to crawl. The device includes a padded U-shaped frame and a set of wheels attached thereunder. The U-shaped frame includes a set of stabilizing rods at opposite ends to prevent a baby from falling to one side while using the device. The U-shaped frame also includes a strap assembly adapted to fasten around the baby's waist. The strap assembly comprises a fabric strap and a fastener to hold the baby in place on the padding disposed on the inner surface of the U-shaped frame. The wheels allow the baby to move across a surface while the baby simulates a crawling motion. The present device facilitates babies in developing coordination and balance while helping them to crawl.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2014Publication date: October 2, 2014Inventor: Kenneth Lehman
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Patent number: 8727361Abstract: A dolly for supporting a spool carrying a windable material, such as rope, utilizes a wheeled frame including an elongated section having two opposite ends, a pair of wheels, and at least one floor-engaging for supporting, in conjunction with the wheels, the dolly upon a floor. A U-shaped bracket assembly having two legs and a base which extends between the two legs is secured to the elongated section of the frame, and a first tipped member is journaled to one leg of the U-shaped bracket for acceptance by a centrally-disposed hole provided in one end of the spool. A second tipped member is journaled to a threaded rod mounted in the other leg of the bracket for acceptance by a centrally-disposed hole provided in the other end of the spool.Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 2012Date of Patent: May 20, 2014Assignee: iTool Equipment Holding LLCInventors: David S. Jordan, Michael C. Jordan
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Publication number: 20140125023Abstract: A mobile support system for supporting a concrete pouring hose supports ten to sixteen feet of hose while providing sufficient ground clearance to avoid common obstacles. The mobile support system features large castors and conveniently placed hand holds to permit the mobile support system to be moved safely and easily. The system provides for socketed leg attachment, thereby allowing for ease of disassembly and storage.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 8, 2012Publication date: May 8, 2014Inventors: Andrew D. COOK, Michael J. SCOTT, Joel D. ST. JOHN
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Patent number: 8678329Abstract: A device for transporting a ladder has first and second frame positions, the lower ends of which are pivotally mounted on an axle that also mounts a wheel for rolling along the ground. The upper ends of the frame portions are moveable toward and away from each other allowing the device to collapse for storage. A hook is mounted on the upper end of each of the frame portions for attachment to adjacent rungs of the ladder. A strap connects the upper ends of the frame portion to prevent them from separating from each other beyond a given distance.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 2008Date of Patent: March 25, 2014Inventors: Thomas G. Bryant, Sr., Angel M. Feliciano, Jr.
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Publication number: 20140077469Abstract: A trolley for moving heavy objects such as wire coils from a machine to a container at a packaging table is provided. The trolley includes spring-loaded spaced arms movably mounted for vertical height adjustment so that the arms are just below the coil when it is on the machine and rotational movement to separate the spaced arms with the spaced arms retaining the heavy object during movement of the trolley apparatus, and locking arms engaging the spaced arms during movement of the trolley apparatus to prevent separation thereof. The spring-loaded arms permit the heavy object to be manually pushed downward therebetween, thereby forcing the arms apart enabling the object to fall from the trolley into a container on a packaging table. The table includes a platform for supporting the container, a motor for raising/lowering the platform, and a mechanism for retaining the container and aiding its alignment with the coil.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 17, 2012Publication date: March 20, 2014Applicant: REELEX Packaging Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Frank W. KOTZUR, Mark SWANSON, David C. GAMBLE, Eric R. NELSON
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Patent number: 8403345Abstract: The present invention is a unique cart for transporting and dispensing spooled or reeled materials such as wire, carpet, or cable. The apparatus allows a user to elevate a spool of material off the ground into a suspended position where the material can be unreeled, without the user having to manually lift the spool. The apparatus also allows the user to transport or move the elevated material from place to place while still in the cart. The apparatus also contains a feature for transport, storage, and unreeling of multiple spools of material.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2011Date of Patent: March 26, 2013Assignee: Michael Angelo Designs, LLCInventors: Angelo Iossa, Michael Iossa, Kirk Thomson
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Patent number: 8366126Abstract: A hand truck allows for the transportation of containers, where each container has a passageway therethrough. The hand truck has a flat bottom member that receives and supports a vertical stack of the containers and vertical members are affixed to the bottom member. Cross members are joined to the one or more vertical members, and each cross member has a rod-receiving hole that is formed therein such that the holes are vertically spaced apart from each other. The hand truck also has a plurality of elongate support rods. A first end of each support rod is inserted through the container passageway, is inserted into a respective cross member hole, and is fastened to the cross member to prevent its withdrawal. A second end of each support rod is enlarged so as to affix the container or containers to the respective cross member.Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 2011Date of Patent: February 5, 2013Assignee: Windy City Wire Cable and Technology Products, LLCInventors: Richard Galgano, Mark K. Winkel, Martin C. McGuire, Martin J. McGuire
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Patent number: 8276692Abstract: The present invention consists of an electric powered, motorized hand truck having a substantially rectangular platform, at least four wheels, an electronic control panel, and a plurality of frames adapted to retain at least one cylindrical container. The frames are removably secured either horizontally or vertically to the rectangular platform. A gear axle and motor apparatus is secured to power the movement of the truck. Furthermore, a lithium ion rechargeable battery pack may be provided as an energy source for the motor, although different types of motors may be used including, but not limited to: gasoline, fuel cell, bio-diesel and diesel.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 2008Date of Patent: October 2, 2012Inventor: Prince Frederick Nwaeke
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Patent number: 8262106Abstract: An oxygen tank holder that is mobile and could be wheeled around by a patient as needed or when attached to a wheelchair. The oxygen tank holder includes a base mounted on a skeletal framework, with the framework including a pair of wheels that are connected by a central axle. The oxygen tank is held on the base by a pair of straps, with the oxygen tank holder being moved around with the help of a handle attached to the framework or propelled when attached to a wheelchair. A band and a stabilizer bar with a pair of mounting bolts at each end secure the holder to a wheelchair.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 2009Date of Patent: September 11, 2012Inventor: Karol T. Suszynsky
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Patent number: 8152181Abstract: A mobility frame (10) comprising: a multi-wheeled base (11), an upstanding support (13) having a substantially upright lower portion (17) attached to the base (11), an oblique portion (27) disposed at a height from the base (11), the oblique portion (27) extending obliquely upwardly from the lower portion (17), an upper portion (29) extending substantially upwardly from the oblique portion (27); and at least one handle (35) for steering the mobility frame (10) and/or for allowing a user to support them-self on the mobility frame (10).Type: GrantFiled: November 21, 2006Date of Patent: April 10, 2012Assignee: About Time Technologies Pty. Ltd.Inventor: Leslie Tomlinson
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Patent number: 8096745Abstract: A three wheeled cart for transporting heavy rolls of paper to and from unwinders and reminders. The operator stands at the rear end where he can start and stop the cart, steer it, and control the carriage at the front end for lifting the paper roll from the floor and/or into a processing machine. The steerable rear wheel is driven electrically from a twist type throttle on a steering handle that can be moved from an active position to a stowed position. In the stowed position the cart is secured by the same motor-brake that drives the single rear wheel.Type: GrantFiled: December 27, 2007Date of Patent: January 17, 2012Assignee: Energy Saving Products & Sales Corp.Inventor: Richard P. Lamothe
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Patent number: 7980570Abstract: Trolley for a slidable cantilever gate comprising two L-shaped plates, each provided with a load-bearing wall and a base wall which is extended without interruption from the load-bearing wall by means of a substantially orthogonal fold. The load-bearing walls are rigidly connected by means of screws or rivets with the two base walls oriented in opposite directions so as to form a support base on ground. Each load-bearing wall is provided with two first through openings aligned with respective corresponding first openings of the other load-bearing wall so to jointly define two first seats adapted to house first rotatable support means for two pairs of support wheels; and with a second through opening aligned with that corresponding on the other load-bearing wall so to jointly define a second seat for receiving a guide wheel, rotatably supported by second rotatably support means.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2009Date of Patent: July 19, 2011Assignee: Fratelli Comunello S.p.A.Inventor: Franco Comunello
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Patent number: 7941905Abstract: A device for facilitating the removal of a component from an aircraft includes a mounting member, a guide member and a handle. The mounting member provides an attachment portion for attaching the device to the aircraft. The guide member includes a support portion for receipt of the component to be removed and is pivotally mounted to the mounting member so that, when the component is being supported by the support portion in use, the support portion moves pivotally away from the aircraft along a predefined path. The handle is operatively associated with the guide member for assisting in the pivotal movement of the guide member.Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 2006Date of Patent: May 17, 2011Assignee: Airbus Operations LimitedInventors: Philip Henry Garland, Nebojsa Sakota
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Patent number: 7942429Abstract: A device used in beach-entry scuba dives that both assists the diver to transport scuba tanks and other diving gear to and across the shoreline, and then accompanies the diver and gear underwater. The device holds at least one scuba tank and associated gear such as a buoyancy compensator (BCD), and has a pair of wheels whose rolling position enables the loaded device to be easily transported over natural terrains. Upon reaching or while in the water the wheels may be shifted from the “rolling position” into a streamlined, free-swim position. The means attaching the scuba gear and the scuba tank are easily operated to let the user now don both scuba tank and gear and start their dive, taking the device along for the return cross-shore trip.Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 2008Date of Patent: May 17, 2011Inventor: Stacie Hill
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Patent number: 7641205Abstract: A cart is described for use in transporting and loading kayaks and similar watercraft. The cart includes first and second side frame members having forward and rear ends; a support member extending between the frame members adjacent the frame member rear ends; a bracing member extending between the frame members adjacent the frame member forward ends; a wheel assembly adjacent the rear ends of the frame members, the assembly including first and second axle ends and wheels carried on the axle ends; and an anti-reverse braking means preventing rearward movement of the cart upon tilting of the cart upward. The braking means may include a first component attached to a frame member and a second component attached to a rotatable component of the wheel assembly, the first and second components being moved into locking engagement upon upward tilting of the cart.Type: GrantFiled: August 23, 2006Date of Patent: January 5, 2010Inventor: Henry A. Privette
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Patent number: 7628407Abstract: A portable cart with a noncombustible heat and fire resistant panel of calcium silicate for separating compressed oxygen cylinders from compressed fuel gas cylinders where the calcium silicate panel has a fire resistance rating greater than one half hour and spans the entire height and width between adjacent oxygen and fuel gas cylinders.Type: GrantFiled: March 5, 2007Date of Patent: December 8, 2009Assignee: BNZ Materials, Inc.Inventor: Thomas R. Krowl
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Publication number: 20090224498Abstract: The technology described herein provides a wire and cable assembly device and associated methods for holding multiple spools of wound material, such as electrical, telephone, fiber optic cables, or the like, for selective dispensing. The technology described also provides a portable, foldable, and adaptable wire and cable assembly device to facilitate the installation of wire and cable products in a building, parking lot, or the like. The device is transportable both manually and by a means of towing.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2008Publication date: September 10, 2009Inventor: Johannes P. L. Diedericks
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Patent number: 7472916Abstract: A log hauling device is provided which includes a frame member; a connection means at one end of the frame member for connection of the frame member to a tow vehicle; a log carriage slidably mounted on the frame member; and a retaining member for retaining a log in the log carriage. The log carriage is slidably mounted on the frame member for movement from a log loading position adjacent a proximal end of the frame member to an extended position adjacent to a distal end of the frame member.Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 2006Date of Patent: January 6, 2009Inventor: Jason Varcoe
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Patent number: 7419169Abstract: Interchangeable control panels for a gas cylinder cart, and a new cart frame for use therewith are disclosed. A method of reconfiguring the gas cylinder cart comprises disconnecting a first control panel from the frame and removably connecting a second control panel to the frame, wherein the first and second control panels comprise a first and second configuration of gas control devices arranged thereon respectively. A gas cylinder cart comprises a frame defining at least one bay shaped to receive a cylinder, a control panel removably connected to the frame, and at least one gas control device mounted on the control panel.Type: GrantFiled: April 27, 2004Date of Patent: September 2, 2008Assignee: Air Systems, Inc.Inventor: Lawrence Shane Intravatola
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Patent number: 7389996Abstract: A dolly for moving a bendable roll of material such as a carpet and bending it to fit into a confined space, such as an elevator, includes a primary section capable of supporting a first portion of the roll and having ground-engaging wheels, and a: secondary section pivotally connected to the primary section and capable of supporting a second portion of the roll. The secondary section is pivotally movable relative to the primary section from a lowered position in which the secondary section provides either as a longitudinal extension of the first portion, or in a raised position with the roll bent. A stop member limits lengthwise movement of the roll along the primary section. A carpet roll resting on the dolly may be bent at a central area by lifting the secondary section to the raised position and applying downwards force on the central area of the roll.Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 2005Date of Patent: June 24, 2008Inventors: Jean-Guy Dubé, Kamal Roy Nandram
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Patent number: 7357398Abstract: A cart for transporting items used in welding operations includes a platform, wheels, a handle and a connector. The platform is dimensioned such that an associated container of welding consumables can rest on the platform. The wheels connect to the platform to facilitate movement of the cart. The handle connects to and extends upwardly from the platform. The connector allows for selective connecting of the cart to an associated welding cart.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 2004Date of Patent: April 15, 2008Assignee: Lincoln Global, Inc.Inventor: James J. O'Connor
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Patent number: 7325814Abstract: A portable gas container cart comprising (a) two parallel plates comprising a top portion, a bottom portion, a frontal end and a back end, wherein said parallel plates are connected by a plurality of connecting elements; (b) a pair of grooves located on the top portion of said parallel plates and centrally located between the frontal and back ends of said parallel plates, wherein said pair of grooves are capable of holding said gas container; (c) a rotatable handle comprising a distal end and a proximal end, wherein said proximal end is rotatably connected to one of said connecting elements, and wherein said distal end can be rotated across the bottom portion of said parallel plates and attached to another of said connecting elements; (d) at least one wheel attached to each of said parallel plates on the back end of said parallel plates; and (e) at least one fastening element, comprising a first end attached to one of said connecting elements, and a second end which can be reversibly attached to a second of sType: GrantFiled: September 29, 2005Date of Patent: February 5, 2008Inventor: Ernest Sparacino
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Patent number: 7270339Abstract: A wheelbarrow rack is disclosed generally comprising first and second rack stands, first and second upright posts connected to the first and the second rack stands respectively, multiple wheelbarrow support braces pivotally attached between the upright posts, and multiple stopper ledges attached to upright posts below the wheelbarrow support braces. In some embodiment, the wheelbarrow rack includes a spare wheel holding assembly attached to the rack. The method for conserving space while displaying or storing wheelbarrows is provided. Also, a method is provided for easy removal of the unwanted rainwater from wheelbarrows collected while displaying or storing wheelbarrows outside.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 2005Date of Patent: September 18, 2007Inventor: William Kurt Feick
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Patent number: 7252297Abstract: A safety welding cart structure having a metal box for holding pressurized gas cylinders, a firewall separating the cylinders, individual clamping devices to secure the cylinders, and shelves extending from the back of the box forming a cart set upon a four-wheeled base, which includes two positive-locking swivel casters. The regulators are contained within a ventilated cabinet and the hoses are wound about a reel.Type: GrantFiled: May 2, 2005Date of Patent: August 7, 2007Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Air ForceInventors: Dell Barritt, Eugene Dewegeli
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Patent number: 7195256Abstract: A vehicle for transporting, rolling and unrolling ground covers broadly includes an elongate framework, a spindle supported by the framework to mount one or more rolls of material, one or more ground wheels, and split bearings located toward the ends of the framework for receiving and supporting the roll-carrying spindles. The split bearings each include an upper part which is openable to enable the split bearing to receive and secure the end of the spindle. Preferably, the framework includes one or more parts, such as support members, which are operable to pivot about the framework so that the angle of the axis of the spindle is adjustable.Type: GrantFiled: August 19, 2004Date of Patent: March 27, 2007Assignee: Doranda LimitedInventors: Jonathan Dallas Toye, Malcolm Keith Baker
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Patent number: 7195257Abstract: A cargo cart system with a cradle assembly includes a pair of support rails with generally sinuous upper and lower surfaces and at least one cross bar spanning the support rails. The sinuous upper and lower surfaces are maintained in mirrored relation with one another to define pairs of laterally spaced upper and lower support surfaces to support containers in a stabilized position. A method of assembling and retaining containers includes providing a plurality of the cradle assemblies; placing a first cradle assembly on the cart; placing a first row of containers upon the first cradle assembly; placing a second cradle assembly over the first row of containers; and, placing a second row of containers upon the second cradle assembly.Type: GrantFiled: December 21, 2004Date of Patent: March 27, 2007Assignee: Magline, IncInventors: Virginia Lynn Stoneback, Jeffry R. Frahm
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Patent number: 6877581Abstract: A networkable engine-generator control system for use with mobile generators mounted on a frame with ground engaging wheels enabling air transport. Each control system consists of a microprocessor based controller and associated field inputs and outputs. Each processor also includes asynchronous communications allowing it to poll external devices from one port and communicate over a network out of another port. Each onboard generator is operated based on runtime hours and system load. The controller monitors engine and generator parameters and makes this information available to an operator using an external monitoring software package. Local operation of each generator is also available on the trailer itself. When operated in conjunction with other systems any one of the controllers may be made the master. The other controllers then automatically are polled by the master. The master coordinates generator operations on all networked systems. The frame utilizing a spine truss and outer frame.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2002Date of Patent: April 12, 2005Assignee: Radian, Inc.Inventors: Mazen Badr, Mel Chison, Donald Cope, Norman Edwards, Wayne Moore
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Publication number: 20040245736Abstract: Interchangeable control panels for a gas cylinder cart, and a new cart frame for use therewith are disclosed. A method of reconfiguring the gas cylinder cart comprises disconnecting a first control panel from the frame and removably connecting a second control panel to the frame, wherein the first and second control panels comprise a first and second configuration of gas control devices arranged thereon respectively. A gas cylinder cart comprises a frame defining at least one bay shaped to receive a cylinder, a control panel removably connected to the frame, and at least one gas control device mounted on the control panel.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 27, 2004Publication date: December 9, 2004Inventor: Lawrence Shane Intravatola
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Patent number: 6796564Abstract: A table dolly apparatus for carrying a pedestal table (i.e. a table having a table top with an undersurface, a central pillar connected the table top and a base connected to the pillar) is disclosed wherein the dolly apparatus includes a frame having a handle portion; at least one wheel member rotatingly connected to the frame; two brackets disposed on the frame, wherein each bracket provides a fulcrum member for engaging an undersurface of a pedestal table; and a support member disposed on a front end of the frame, so that when an undersurface of a pedestal table engages each fulcrum member, the base of the pedestal table engages the support member so that the dolly apparatus carries the pedestal table. A method for moving pedestal tables is also described.Type: GrantFiled: May 3, 2002Date of Patent: September 28, 2004Inventor: Russell J. Kelly
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Patent number: 6758482Abstract: A multipurpose cart having a hand truck base with a nose extension, a tub, a handle wherein the handle is adjustably mounted in two positions 90 degrees apart, a shelf, caster wheels and a storage device. The multipurpose cart can be modified into various configurations for a variety of functions.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2002Date of Patent: July 6, 2004Assignee: Harper Trucks, Inc.Inventor: John J. Stallbaumer
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Patent number: 6733017Abstract: A gas cylinder cart comprises a frame defining at least one bay shaped to receive a cylinder, a control panel removably connected to the frame, and at least one gas control device mounted on the control panel. A method of reconfiguring the gas cylinder cart comprises disconnecting a first control panel from the frame and removably connecting a second control panel to the frame, wherein the first and second control panels comprise a first and second configuration of gas control devices arranged thereon respectively. Interchangeable control panels for a gas cylinder cart, and a new cart frame for use therewith are disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: August 15, 2002Date of Patent: May 11, 2004Assignee: Air Systems, Inc.Inventor: Lawrence Shane Intravatola
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Patent number: 6729631Abstract: A multi-diameter container dolly includes an outer ring and a pair of support members, substantially perpendicular to each other that diametrically span the outer ring. The support members are configured to provide a series of nested support surfaces for containers of varying diameters. Each support member has a series of steps yielding support surfaces of progressively smaller diameters relative to the center of the outer ring. Casters are provided at the end of each support member for ease in maneuvering the dolly. A tow strap is also provided for moving the dolly.Type: GrantFiled: January 23, 2002Date of Patent: May 4, 2004Assignee: Vestil Manufacturing, CompanyInventors: Ralph Trine, Barry Trine, Thomas Webster, Andy Link
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Patent number: 6698774Abstract: The invention relates to a parallel spacing guide that when attached to a hand-held marking device (spray gun), it enables the user to mark an accurate and consistent extended line one to four feet from a curb, wall, or other vertical surface; and one to four feet from a line or score mark along the ground in cases where a vertical surface is temporarily absent. This is achieved by having the parallel spacing guide soundly attached to a hand-held marking device. While holding the parallel spacing guide in one hand by the embodied handle and the attached marking device by it's handle in the other hand, the user pushes the invention along the street or highway with the end of the parallel spacing guide butted against the curb or wall while simultaneously using the marking device to mark the line by discharging paint or chalk.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2002Date of Patent: March 2, 2004Inventor: James Alvin Duncan
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Publication number: 20030052466Abstract: A gas cylinder cart comprises a frame defining at least one bay shaped to receive a cylinder, a control panel removably connected to the frame, and at least one gas control device mounted on the control panel. A method of reconfiguring the gas cylinder cart comprises disconnecting a first control panel from the frame and removably connecting a second control panel to the frame, wherein the first and second control panels comprise a first and second configuration of gas control devices arranged thereon respectively. Interchangeable control panels for a gas cylinder cart, and a new cart frame for use therewith are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 15, 2002Publication date: March 20, 2003Applicant: AIR SYSTEMS, INC. dba AIR SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventor: Lawrence Shane Intravatola
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Publication number: 20030038438Abstract: A trolley for conveying rolls of carpet and the like has a carriage including a cradle which can be tilted from a transport position to a loading position.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2001Publication date: February 27, 2003Inventor: Allert Harm Maarten Van Oosten
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Patent number: 6523776Abstract: A wheeled dispenser for dispensing wire from spools. The dispenser has a rectangular frame, three stationary vertical posts, and two rotatable vertical posts each located between two stationary posts. Each rotatable post has a plurality of laterally projecting rods for supporting spools. The rotatable post can be rotated to a first position such that the rods are accessible for loading spools, and rotated to a second position wherein each rod can latch to an adjacent stationary post, with the spools held parallel so that they all pay out wire in one direction. The dispenser has wheels and a handle which can incline relative to the frame. A pin arranged to close a clevis secures the handle in a substantially upright position relative to the frame. The frame has upright stanchions bearing receptacles disposed to enable bars to span two stanchions and be held in the receptacles in a horizontal position, so that additional spools can be carried.Type: GrantFiled: January 19, 2001Date of Patent: February 25, 2003Inventor: Doyle W. Elder
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Patent number: 6439585Abstract: A golf bag carrier includes a base equipped with four bottom wheels and two side wheels, the base having a horizontal top block longitudinally disposed at a top side thereof on the middle for the positioning of a golf bag, the horizontal top block having two longitudinally aligned sliding slots, two clamping plates respectively mounted in the base and adapted to hold down a golf bag on the horizontal top block, the clamping plates each having a shaft respectively inserted through the sliding slots, and a control device controlled to move the clamping plates along the sliding slots relative to each other.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2000Date of Patent: August 27, 2002Inventor: Fu-Hsing Tan
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Publication number: 20010033065Abstract: A vehicle for transporting and installing an annular patch in a pipeline having a curved inside surface. There is a tubular support member and an annular bladder mounted on the support member for forcing the patch against the inside of the pipeline when inflated. Pivoting wheel assemblies are mounted to the ends of the tubular support member so that the wheels extend normal to the curved inside surface of the pipeline. A ballast member is mounted between the wheel assemblies to maintain the vehicle in an upright orientation. Compressed air for inflating the bladder is supplied by hose to a fitting within the hollow interior of the tubular support. The wheel assemblies may be removable or inwardly pivotable so as to provide clearance for the patch to be slipped over the support and bladder.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2001Publication date: October 25, 2001Inventors: Joseph P. Nelson, Jeffrey T. Sitz, Scott W. Brady, Rick P. Meyer, Kirt J. Rierson
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Patent number: 6302414Abstract: A convertible hand truck is fitted with a beverage carrier tray when its in four-wheeled condition to support a plurality of bulk water containers. The tray may be detachable from the hand truck to facilitate usage of the hand truck for other purposes when not transporting the containers. The hand truck and/or tray is preferably fitted with upright end supports to provide stability to the stack of containers at the opposite ends of the stack. The end supports may be folded generally flush with the tray when not in use for compact storage.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 1999Date of Patent: October 16, 2001Assignee: Magline, Inc.Inventors: William Berthiaume, Bruce W. Law, Kenneth A. Kukla