Face mask and earplug case
Patent 5193226 Issued on March 16, 1993. Estimated Expiration Date: 
November 4, 2011. 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.
November 4, 2011. 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 3546709 3765031 3813016 Illuminating apparatus Hat or cap with adjustable band Cap with integral pocket Sun shield for a hard hat Protective bonnet for beekeepers Head covering equipped with double pocket Protective device InventorApplicationNo. 787512 filed on 11/04/1991US Classes:2/422With article-attaching meansExaminersPrimary: Nerbun, PeterAssistant: Neas, Michael A. Attorney, Agent or FirmInternational ClassA42B 001/24AbstractThe present invention is for a face mask/earplugs case designed for on-site use by construction workers. Both face masks and earplugs are needed on an intermittent basis by construction workers when on site. The face mask/earplugs case of the present invention is attachable to a piece of clothing, thereby providing accessible storage of the face masks and earplugs when not needed. In one preferred embodiment, the case attaches to a helmet and is configured to substantially conform to the footprint of the helmet, thereby not obstructing or limiting the mobility of the wearer.Field of SearchWith article-attaching meansARTICLE HOUSING ATTACHED TO PANEL Hinged Housing contoured to retain article WITH ORNAMENTATION OR SIMULATION Simulates wearing of article Head supported Article or carrier attached to garment by means entering hole therein Clip or hook attaching article carrier to support means on bearer Rigid means fixedly mounted on article and detachably connectable to support means on bearer | |
