John F Bowman

US Patent:

42289831, Oct 21, 1980

Filed:

Dec 1, 1978

Appl. No.:

5/965288

Inventors:

John H. Bowman - Oak Lawn IL

International Classification:

B63H 2126
F16F 1500

US Classification:

248553

Abstract:

The outboard motor locking device includes a block which is fixed to the inner wall of the transom of a rowboat and which has a pair of downwardly extending clamp screw receiving slots that are adapted to receive the clamping screws of an outboard motor mounting clamp. Within the block between the slots is a cavity and an arm is rotatably mounted therein about the midpoint thereof. A pin is pivotally connected to each end of the arm and each pin is received in a pin hole which traverses and extends across one of the slots. A key operated lock is connected to the arm for rotating the arm to move th pins into and out of latching positions across the slots for locking the clamp screws within the slots. The locking device further includes a cover which is pivotally mounted to one side of the block and is receivable over the outer ends of the clamp screws and a portion of the outboard motor mounting clamp. The other side of the cover has a key operated latch member and the block has a catch member positioned to receive the key operated latch.

US Patent:

57463026, May 5, 1998

Filed:

Apr 2, 1996

Appl. No.:

8/627736

Inventors:

John H. Bowman - Oak Lawn IL

International Classification:

B65G 4500

US Classification:

198496

Abstract:

Conveyor cleaning assemblies are disclosed for cleaning endless conveyors such as for conveyor belts or chains. Each assembly includes a cleaning head which carries brushes for engaging one or more adjacent surfaces of the conveyor and a head support for holding the cleaning head in a fixed position adjacent a predetermined portion of the conveyor path. The cleaning head is engaged on the head support by sliding engagement movement in a direction generally parallel to the direction of movement of the conveyor that is contacted by the cleaning head, with the cleaning head and the head support having abutment stops to limit this engagement movement. Accordingly, the friction forces of the conveyor hold the cleaning head in position on the support without requiring any further attachment devices. In one embodiment, a cleaning head with brushes and a scraper is so mounted for cleaning a conveyor belt. In other embodiments cleaning heads with brushes are so mounted on opposites sides of large conveyor chains.

US Patent:

46780750, Jul 7, 1987

Filed:

Jan 16, 1986

Appl. No.:

6/819793

Inventors:

John H. Bowman - Oak Lawn IL

International Classification:

B65G 4500

US Classification:

198496

Abstract:

A cleaning apparatus for an overhead conveyor system is disclosed which provides continuous cleaning of the system for smooth, trouble-free operation. The apparatus preferably includes one or more exteriorly-mounted wire brush assemblies which are arranged on the guide-rail of the conveyor system for operative cleaning engagement with the movable conveyor. A threaded adjustment arrangement is preferably provided so that the pressure exerted on the conveyor by the cleaning brushes can be selectively varied. For conveyors comprising an enclosed, box-section guide rail, the present apparatus is preferably configured to include a tension-carrying internal brush assembly which is integrated into the conveyor itself. In the preferred form, cleaning engagement is effected between the exteriorly-mounted brushes and the tension-carrying internal brush whereby the internal brush is periodically cleaned.

US Patent:

56718381, Sep 30, 1997

Filed:

Apr 2, 1996

Appl. No.:

8/626354

Inventors:

John H. Bowman - Oak Lawn IL

International Classification:

B65G 4518

US Classification:

198496

Abstract:

Multiple conveyor cleaning assemblies are mounted on a section of the support rail of a large chain conveyor, with each assembly including one or more long-bristled brushes for cleaning the chain as it moves through that rail section. The side cleaners are mounted on supports which are readily swingable between their chain-engaging cleaning positions and retracted positions wherein the brushes are withdrawn from the chain and related structures for ready removal and replacement of the cleaning heads. A single latch bolt holds each of these side cleaners in the cleaning position. Further, each cleaning head is engaged on its respective support by simple slide engagement in the direction of movement of the contacted conveyor chain whereby the frictional engagement of the chain holds the cleaner in its cleaning position on the support without further attachment between the cleaning head and its support. A top cleaner includes three brushes mounted on one holder such that their bristle axes converge for cleaning the upward projecting top portions of the chain components. Multiple provisions are made for adjusting each of the brushes in its operative position.

US Patent:

20130036639, Feb 14, 2013

Filed:

Oct 3, 2012

Appl. No.:

13/573707

Inventors:

John Bowman - St. John IN, US

International Classification:

G09F 7/04
G09F 15/00

US Classification:

40600

Abstract:

A sign utilizing interchangeable, replaceable magnetic displays adhering to a ferromagnetic layer. The information, printed on the magnetic layers, retains their original freshness and crispness until removed and their replacements installed in their stead. Installing the new magnetic displays proves very facile and only requires removing the old magnetic display from its smooth, ferromagnetic panel and placing the new magnetic sign in its stead. The ferromagnetic panels can sit on top of regular signs which may include translucent panels with information visible through the panels. The ferromagnetic panel can clamp onto the regular sign since it requires no internal lighting. This arrangement avoids the need to penetrate any surface of the nonmagnetic sign. The ferromagnetic panel may have a nonflat configuration, and the magnetic sheet a flexibility to adhere intimately to the panel. The magnetic sign may, in fact, include several sections for flexibility in the sign's installation and content.

US Patent:

20120060398, Mar 15, 2012

Filed:

Sep 28, 2011

Appl. No.:

13/200665

Inventors:

John Bowman - St. John IN, US

International Classification:

G09F 7/04

US Classification:

40600

Abstract:

A sign utilizing interchangeable magnetic displays adhering to a ferromagnetic layer. The information, printed on the magnetic layers, retains their original freshness and crispness until removed and their magnetic replacements installed in their stead. Installing the new magnetic displays proves very facile and only requires removing the old magnetic display from its ferromagnetic panel and placing the new magnetic sign in its stead. The ferromagnetic panels can sit on top of regular signs or simply sit on the ground. In the latter instance, the ferromagnetic panel can sit in a frame that has a flat base that can simply rest on the ground, two runners to support the sign on the ground, or spikes attached to the runners that will penetrate soil to hold the sign. The frame may hold the ferromagnetic panel with its sign in a fixed position or allow it to rotate 180 degrees.

US Patent:

20110192064, Aug 11, 2011

Filed:

Jan 25, 2011

Appl. No.:

13/013644

Inventors:

John Bowman - St. John IN, US

International Classification:

G09F 7/04
G09F 7/00
G09F 15/00

US Classification:

40600, 40584, 4060714

Abstract:

A sign with an interchangeable magnetic display. The sign comprising at least one panel, a display, a base, and a brace which limits relative motion between the panel and base. The panels form a ferromagnetic support surface which is attracted to a mounting surface of the display that is magnetic, the display thereby being easily attachable and detachable from the support surface. The base having a clamp used to attach the panels to business equipment, such as an exterior menu stand in a restaurant's traffic corridor, without damage to the stand.