Safety cone and barrell placement and retrieval apparatus
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Jun 16, 2015
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Jun 20, 2013
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Dec 15, 2011
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Abstract
An apparatus for placing and retrieving traffic devices in an efficient manner and with improved safety features is disclosed. The apparatus is particularly suitable for use with traffic barrels and other large items needed to block off roadway construction areas. The apparatus is also suitable for use with existing trucks, reducing the need to purchase expensive and complicated equipment, and may be adapted to allow traffic devices to be placed or retrieved from either side of the truck. The time required for placing traffic devices and the safety of operators is improved with use of the apparatus according to the invention.
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NORTH TEXAS TOLLWAY AUTHORITY | 5900 WEST PLANO PARKWAY PLANO TX 75093 |
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- 2011 Application Filing Year
- E01F Class
- 72 Applications Filed
- 59 Patents Issued To-Date
- 81.95 % Issued To-Date
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Inventor Name | Address | # of filed Patents | Total Citations |
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Davis, John | McKinney, US | 155 | 4709 |
# of filed Patents : 155 Total Citations : 4709 | |||
Hemphill, Eric | Murphy, US | 1 | 20 |
# of filed Patents : 1 Total Citations : 20 |
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- 9 Citation Count
- E01F Class
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