https://www.datamp.org/ Recently added patents en-us https://www.datamp.org/patents/displayPatent.php?id=13845&pn=1,275,593 Brace Patentees: Guy M. Overtree - Fort Collins CO , Volley V. McMillen - Lafayette CO Granted:1918-08-13
Manufactured by Ideal Screw Wrench Co. - Denver CO

A brace wrench with an additional crank driving the socketed holding member independent of the main crank. This additional crank has a worm gear to drive a gear on the shaft holding the socket. This design was aimed at the "4th Connecting Rod" bolts in Model T Ford engines. Known examples marked "IDEAL WRENCH CO. DENVER COLO. PATD Aug. 8, 1918." (entry updated December.Dec. 19, 2025)
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]]> https://www.datamp.org/patents/displayPatent.php?id=85272&pn=7,992,470 Adjustable gripping tool Patentee: Daniel P. Brown - Palos Park IL Granted:2011-08-09
Manufactured by LoggerHead Tools, LLC - Palos Park IL
Assigned to LoggerHead Tools, LLC - Palos Park IL

This patent is a continuation of a portion divided from the application resulting in patent no. 6,889,579. From BACKGROUND: "There exists a need in the art for an adjustable gripping tool which, as a result of manual operation, self-energizes the tool action, may be automatically sized and resized to engage a work piece, de-energizes upon release of actuation force, that has a broad range of dimensional capability, engages work pieces axially and radially and provides offsetting forces for stability in operation." Abstract: "A self-energizing and de-energizing adjustable gripping tool for engaging a work piece to impart work thereto includes a first element and second element connected for relative movement. The second element includes an actuation portion having a plurality of slots. The first element includes gripping elements which are each associated with a force transfer element which engages one of the slots such that movement of the second element relative to the first element actuates the gripping elements to engage the work piece." The patent includes several dozen "figures" describing options for realization of the patented priciples. "BIONIC GRIP" is an open-sided "pliers" type realization.
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]]> https://www.datamp.org/patents/displayPatent.php?id=85271&pn=D566,494 Multi-function emergency personnel tool Patentee: Ronald F. Karl - St. Charles IL Granted:2008-04-15
Manufactured by Emergency Medical International - Lily Lake IL

From EMI web site: [https://www.emiintl.com/511_firerescue_tool] "EMI's 511 Tool™ has five functions: adjustable hydrant wrench, spanner wrench, gas shut-off tool, pry axe head, and striking hammer head. The 511 Tool™ is manufactured of high-strength treated alloy. It is also non-sparking, corrosion-resistant, lightweight, and easily worn on a truckman's belt."
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]]> https://www.datamp.org/patents/displayPatent.php?id=85266&pn=D628,866 Threaded bolt tool Patentee: Raymond J. Serret - Pleasantville NY Granted:2010-12-14
Manufactured by IPS Corp. - Compton CA.

From IPS web site: "The “Jam-Bar” is a thin bladed wrench designed to fit into tight spaces. The patented fork-like blade and serrated teeth grip and hold the bolt." Stamped "alligator wrench" type opening; known example marked "JAM BAR Toilet Bolt Lock Wrench." The application includes a substantial list of design patent "references." An informant supplied production history: "..originally manufactured by RJS Tech Plumbing Specialties, Pleasantville, NY...acquired Apr 2023 by IPS Corp., Compton, CA."
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]]> https://www.datamp.org/patents/displayPatent.php?id=52464&pn=1,713,761 Collapsible Valve Spring Lifter Lock Patentees: Harry W. Kulp - Lancaster, Lancaster County PA , Martin C. Dellinger - Lancaster, Lancaster County PA Granted:1929-05-21
Manufactured by K-D Mfg Co. - Lancaster PA

The curved section will bind between the frame and pin to hold adjustment. Known examples marked 'LANCASTER LIFTER' with "PAT PEND" or the patent number & No. 340. Harry W. Kulp and Martin C. Dellinger were the founders of KD Mfg. Co. of Lancaster, PA.
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