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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 5035054 | Cutting blade mounted apparatus for controlled precision cut of sheet material Apparatus mounting to the flat of the top blade of a scissors or like cutting device, intermediate its ends, and forming an assembly thereof in use, comprises a holder having a generally oblong substantially block-like configuration one surface portion of... | 07/30/1991 |
| 5015496 | Process for applying a protective coating to handles An system for protectively coating longitudinally extending rod and bar-like objects, exemplified in application to cylindrical objects such as wooden handles for brooms, brushes and mops, which prescribes effecting a powered, contained movement of handle... | 05/14/1991 |
| 4995134 | Mop connector Invention embodiments comprise two separate and distinct parts, a mop support device and a cap embodying a tubular portion defining a through passage which is tapped intermediate its ends, to enable a secure balanced connection thereof to a mop handle. In... | 02/26/1991 |
| 4982698 | Animal operated feeder Animal operated feeder comprising a vertically extended holding bin having a shallow feeding tray spaced below and projected forwardly of its bottom. The bin includes a dispensing outlet normally sealed by a closure device a portion of which projects ther... | 01/08/1991 |
| 4960085 | Pneumatic and electro-pneumatic starters Engine pre-engage starters formed of compactly interfit sections featuring a universally applicable high speed turbine rotor, formed preferably of nylon based plastic, the body of which is distinguished by low tensile strength, high impact resistance, rad... | 10/02/1990 |
| 4918363 | Actuator for TVRO parabolic antenna Power transmission and actuator apparatus especially advantageous in application to outdoor antennas, particularly TVRO parabolic antennas, to be operated by remote control, comprises a tub-shaped receptacle including a base having a peripherally encompas... | 04/17/1990 |
| 4890703 | Retention device for application to control cylinders Apparatus applicable to the piston rod of a control cylinder inherently operable to selectively limit and control the extent of its retraction. A preferred illustrative embodiment, as applied in use, conforms to a generally L-shaped structure the long leg... | 01/02/1990 |
| 4887586 | Heat recovery apparatus Apparatus utilizing waste heat from a furnace or the like to heat water for any desired purpose or to supplement a conventional heating system. In its illustrative embodiment, the invention provides a heat recovery device adapted to be interposed as a uni... | 12/19/1989 |
| 4840601 | Self balancing universal joint A universal joint comprising a pair of coupling devices each including a generally cylindrical portion having an extension at one end including a plurality of projections which are outwardly divergent and circularly spaced. Such projections of each coupli... | 06/20/1989 |
| 4830571 | Pneumatic starters Pneumatic starters including a housing formed in sections interfit in telescopic and abutted relation, a cap forming its upstream end, a nozzle unit at the open end of said cap defining therewith a shallow chamber constructed to receive a flow of fluid un... | 05/16/1989 |
| 4830069 | Woodworking machine A multiple use woodworking machine having a multiplicity of working stations in which different operations can be performed simultaneously, if so desired. This machine is characterized by simplicity, convenience and versatility, providing within the bound... | 05/16/1989 |
| 4825746 | Universal power cylinder Power cylinder comprising a housing having a throughbore capped by end plates defining therein a longitudinally extending chamber. A piston including a longitudinally extending body portion mounts for reciprocal movement in and in bearing relation to the ... | 05/02/1989 |
| 4817349 | Apparatus for heating, ventilating, cooling and regulating the temperature of rooms of a building Apparatus for use in heating, ventilating, cooling and/or regulating the temperature of rooms in a building including a facade which comprises a framework of hollow posts and hollow girders is distinguished by sections of the hollow posts and hollow girde... | 04/04/1989 |
| 4804144 | Apparatus for dispensing viscous materials A pneumatic, syphon type apparatus particularly advantageous for dispensing and applying viscous materials in a spray form features, in a preferred embodiment, a throwaway eductor assembly which slip fits to the delivery end of a tubular structure adapted... | 02/14/1989 |
| 4798395 | Cycle apparatus having therapeutic and utility aspects An exercising, recreational and utilitarian apparatus, particularly useful for persons handicapped as to use of their lower limbs or having cardio-pulmonary or ancillary physical problems, comprising a mobile chassis having forward and rearward ends refer... | 01/17/1989 |
| 4773309 | Heating and air conditioning system incorporating contaminant control Method, system and apparatus particularly advantageous for reducing the level of irritants and life threatening contaminants which exist in air within houses and other buildings the interior of which presents a relatively sealed environment. The embodimen... | 09/27/1988 |
| 4765208 | Devices facilitating a quick and trouble-free opening of beer and other beverage cans The invention provides apparatus facilitating a quick and trouble-free opening of beer and other beverage cans characterized by a portion of the body thereof being peripherally bounded, at least in part, by a line wherein the can is structurally weakened ... | 08/23/1988 |
| 4756937 | Protective barriers, receptacles, liners and packaging for containers of hazardous chemicals Embodiments of the invention, optionally usable as a protective wrapping, barrier, shield, receptacle and/or liner in the packaging of a container or containers of hazardous chemical, are demonstrated as layered structures. One comprises two layers one of... | 07/12/1988 |
| 4744548 | Gas strut retention device with L-shaped structure An apparatus for setting and maintaining a predetermined projected relation of a piston rod of a gas strut or like device with reference to the cylinder unit of which it forms a part having particular application to the support of a hatchback or rear deck... | 05/17/1988 |
| 4741662 | Material handling equipment An assembly of lift arms and mounting structure together with simultaneously functioning stabilizers provides improved material handling apparatus for application to small, relatively lightweight vehicles. This apparatus comprises structure for giving the... | 05/03/1988 |
| 4726393 | Power valve assembly This invention relates to power valve assemblies and systems thereof and more particularly to their controls. It features a body having flow passages through which control fluid is directed to operate the interrelated valve. Said body is constructed to pr... | 02/23/1988 |
| 4709574 | Machine for cold forming small tubular elements Apparatus for converting short tubular elements into nuts, fittings, sleeves, or other annular fasteners or couplers comprises means defining a plurality of stations including a receiving station and a plurality of working stations. Each tubular element m... | 12/01/1987 |
| 4708771 | Two stage process for sulfonating mechanical pulp fibers A two stage sulfonation system includes a mixing tank, a retention tank, a thickening press, a pressurized vessel, and a liquor recovery press in series relation. The system is designed to receive mechanical pulp, in a slurry form, first introduced into t... | 11/24/1987 |
| 4684309 | System and apparatus for use in fabricating small tubular articles A system, apparatus and procedure for processing tubular or cylindrical stock, particularly short lengths thereof, into precision formed end products includes a chute, preferably formed of a pair of parallel wall surfaces mounting opposed guide plates at ... | 08/04/1987 |
| 4676227 | Solar panel A solar panel comprising a generally cylindrically shaped sealed housing which is hollow and defines therein a relatively shallow generally cylindrical chamber one end of which is bounded by an impervious base and the opposite end of which is bounded by a... | 06/30/1987 |
| 4649685 | Spacer A spacer for use in connecting the edges of panes of insulating glass, panel walls or the like is coextruded in form of a box-like body together with sealing lips and sealing strips. Its body is preferably composed of a polypropylene filled with glass fib... | 03/17/1987 |
| 4642870 | Composite profile A method for producing a connection between at least one metal part having at least one longitudinally extending groove formed at one surface thereof and a thermoplastic part of plate, strip or bar configuration at least a portion of which, to be disposed... | 02/17/1987 |
| 4638853 | Apparatus for conditioning and controlling the temperature of rooms in a building In order in a facade comprising hollow uprights and hollow upper and lower transverse crossbars to be able to dispense with an expensive air-conditioning installation, a cross-stream blower is arranged under a railing crossbar. Over the cross-stream blowe... | 01/27/1987 |
| 4630392 | Bait station A bait station for rodents, an elongate, hollow tubular structure having a single opening to and from its interior. This station is formed of tubing fabricated, preferably, of tough, corrosion, weather and distortion resistant plastic such as a polyvinylc... | 12/23/1986 |
| 4619462 | Cycle apparatus having therapeutic and utility aspects Apparatus having particular but not limited use for exercise purposes by persons handicapped as to use of their lower limbs or having cardio-pulmonary or ancillary physical problems comprises a body support adapted to maintain the trunk of the body suppor... | 10/28/1986 |
| 4617767 | Sanding, buffing and polishing tool and parts thereof A sanding, buffing and polishing tool per the invention includes a pad affording means for the mount of an abrasively surfaced device utilizing a hook and loop type fastener structure or its equivalent for their interconnection. The pad in its preferred e... | 10/21/1986 |
| 4614370 | Apparatus providing a weld-free joint for intersecting pipes or tubes within a conduit system Apparatus providing a weld-free joint for intersecting pipes or tubes within a conduit system includes conduit means defining a first flow path extending in one direction and further conduit means defining a second flow path extending in a second directio... | 09/30/1986 |
| 4583804 | Electric feedthrough system An electric feedthrough unit particularly advantageous for application to a wellhead to interconnect an aboveground source of power with underground equipment comprises a tubular structure of steel, or other material having like properties of strength and... | 04/22/1986 |
| 4576291 | Gravity feed merchandise display fixture New and improved gravity feed merchandise display fixture is provided and comprises means forming respective stick and peg merchandise storage and display compartments which alternate as seen from the front of the fixture. Means are provided in the peg me... | 03/18/1986 |
| 4555890 | Process for the installation of curtain walls and apparatus for the execution of the process The invention basically provides for the installation of a curtain wall of a building using prefabricated wall elements of reasonable size provided in the interior of the building, on an existing floor thereof, while construction is taking place. Each wal... | 12/03/1985 |
| 4544136 | Tire lift/carrier The invention relates to a new and improved tire lift/carrier featuring a reel assembly comprised of a rotatable spool formed of thin metal plates abutted one to the other in a side by side relation, a portion of which plates defines a cavity in which one... | 10/01/1985 |
| 4535619 | Rotary bending, particularly for press brakes Rotary bending apparatus provides a die assembly particularly advantageous for use in press brakes featuring a punch embodying a separable part so constructed and arranged as to render it per se capable of providing the punch with any one of a plurality o... | 08/20/1985 |
| 4532914 | Portable LP space heater A portable LP gas heater includes a combustion chamber the discharge end of which is open and unobstructed and the inlet end of which is defined by a rear head plate having a central primary air inlet into which projects, to a limited degree, a cylindrica... | 08/06/1985 |
| 4518310 | Apparatus for preventing overspeed of a turbine drive means Apparatus associated with a component part of the drive system of a turbine assembly reduces the power applied to its drive rotor in a direct and substantially instantaneous response to the speed of its rotation rising to a predetermined level. A turbine ... | 05/21/1985 |
| 4518033 | Device for controlling the temperature of rooms in a building Temperature control apparatus comprising a system of conduits or pipes at least a portion of which are perpendicularly related and connected by means accommodating the movement therethrough of heat exchange fluid feature interconnecting means which are fr... | 05/21/1985 |
