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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8109692 | Barrier transfer device, system and method for the use thereof A barrier transfer device includes a cantilevered support arm and a carriage coupled to the support arm. The carriage includes at least a pair of barrier interface members extending downwardly from the support arm. The barrier interface members are configured to eng... | 02/07/2012 |
| 8025458 | Frame raising multi-use paving tractor with blind mateable quick connecting tool attachments A multi-use asphalt paving tractor with frame raise capability and a blind-mateable connector to facilitate quick connection with interchangeable attachments for performing the functions of a paver, a mix transfer conveyor and road widener. ... | 09/27/2011 |
| 7938596 | Frame raising multi-use paving tractor with blind mateable quick connecting tool attachments A multi-use asphalt paving tractor with frame raise capability and a blind-mateable connector to facilitate quick connection with interchangeable attachments for performing the functions of a paver, a mix transfer conveyor and road widener. ... | 05/10/2011 |
| 7771138 | Multi-stage modular road paving equipment and method of manufacture and sales A multi-stage modular road building equipment system where a first stage base tractor is coupled to an intermediate stage, such as a spreading screw, and a third stage screed road paving tool attachment or other attachment such as a widener. ... | 08/10/2010 |
| 7731451 | Magnetic cover remover A cover removal apparatus includes a frame, an electromagnet and a power source, which is electrically coupled to the electromagnet for selectively energizing the electromagnet. The removal apparatus may further include means for positioning the electromagnet relati... | 06/08/2010 |
| 7441987 | Curbing machine and method A method and apparatus for laying a curb is disclosed. The apparatus features a preferably tracked vehicle (tractor) that connects to a frame having a hopper. A hydraulic lifting arrangement enables hydraulic controls on the vehicle to elevate/lower the frame. The f... | 10/28/2008 |
| 7334964 | Combination asphalt finishing machine A combination compacting and smoothing asphalt finishing machine comprising primary finishing elements which may be either compacting tires or smoothing rollers. The primary elements are driven and steered by engine and hydraulic mechanisms conventionally. The machi... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7104726 | Trench filling device A device for filling an open trench with the dirt previously removed from the trench lying alongside the trench, using a skid-mounted frame having blades to initially fill the trench and leveling the dirt, followed by a compactor. ... | 09/12/2006 |
| 7037036 | Asphalt seam heater An articulated frame movable between a collapsed position and an extended position. A main wheel assembly is attached to the frame and movable between a support position where the main wheel assembly supports the frame and enables the asphalt seam heater to be towed... | 05/02/2006 |
| 6227620 | Forward mounted asphalt road mill apparatus A compact, easily transportable, surface preparation or road mill apparatus which includes a road mill housing or surface treatment unit having a cutter drum powered by its own power source. The apparatus also includes a mounting device for attachment of ... | 05/08/2001 |
| 6113310 | Road repair apparatus and method for pavement patching A material spreading apparatus for filling recesses in a generally horizontal surface with a filler material is movable in a forward direction over the generally horizontal surface so as to define a coverage path thereon. The coverage path is comprised of... | 09/05/2000 |
| 4828429 | Detachable liquid distribution unit A distributor for application of bituminous or other products to road surfaces. A spray bar, pump and hydraulic motor are mounted on a framework. The framework may be detachably coupled with a mounting frame on a trailer. A carriage is provided which will... | 05/09/1989 |
| 4749303 | Heater for asphalt pavement or the like A lightweight surface heater suitable for repairing asphalt pavement, or the like, which conveniently folds for trailering. Air and gaseous fuel are mixed and forced down through refractory blanket to burn on its lower surface, radiating heat to the roadw... | 06/07/1988 |
| 4723868 | Apparatus for installing circular traffic loops Apparatus for cutting a circular trough in a roadway whereby a traffic detection loop can be embedded with an advantageous round configuration. A frame for rotatably mounting a circular drill bit is pivotally engaged to a movable platform such as a single... | 02/09/1988 |
| 4702644 | Truck mounted roller A detachable roller for use on trucks that provides a portable multi-adjustable roller for compaction of material. The detachable roller has independently actuated roller control pistons that engage and disengage the roller to the compaction surface. The ... | 10/27/1987 |
| 4215495 | Road grade attachment My invention consists of an attachment adapted to be connected to a road grader blade. It has a mounting means in the form of a frame for attachment to the blade, a support carried by said mounting means which in turn carries a curb shoe, the support bein... | 08/05/1980 |
| 4193710 | Truck mounted roller The present invention is a self-transportable truck mounted roller for paving or repairing paved roads. The invention comprises a lightweight roller and roller assembly mounted to the front end of a truck, and includes hydraulic cylinders or other means f... | 03/18/1980 |
