Apparatus for removing a tire from or fitting a tire to a wheel-rim
Patent 4381028 Issued on April 26, 1983. Estimated Expiration Date: 
March 30, 2001. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.
March 30, 2001. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.Patent References 2812805 3522832 InventorApplicationNo. 06/248796 filed on 03/30/1981US Classes:157/1.24Pedestal typeExaminersPrimary: Smith, James G.Attorney, Agent or FirmInternational ClassesB60C 25/138 (20060101)B60C 25/00 (20060101) AbstractThe apparatus comprises: a stand; a supporting element secured vertically thereto; locking elements mounted upon the supporting element for the purpose of securing the rim thereto; a release-rod adapted to pivot in relation to the supporting element and carrying, at one end, a head adapted to be inserted between the tire and the rim; force-reducing elements mounted rotatably upon the supporting element and upholding the rod, the elements comprising a lever-arm, successive partial rotation of which permits corresponding movements of lesser magnitude of the head of the rod; and locking elements making it possible to maintain a torque element which is stationary in relation to the supporting element during displacement of the release-rod. | |
