John M Kossel

US Patent:

20030076738, Apr 24, 2003

Filed:

Oct 19, 2001

Appl. No.:

10/041795

Inventors:

Robert Blakeman - Chicago IL, US
William Miller - Buffalo Grove IL, US
John Kossel - Lindenhurst IL, US

International Classification:

B01F011/00

US Classification:

366/209000

Abstract:

An improved paint mixer is disclosed which includes a base and an upper cabinet pivotally connected to the base. The upper cabinet can be pivoted from a first rearward position which provides access to a front section of the base and a second forward position which provides access to a rear section of the base. As a result, both the front and rear section of the base are easily accessible for service, maintenance, and cleaning. A support system that includes three adjustable legs provides improved support and stability. Casters disclosed at the rear end of the bottom of the base along with a recessed wall of the base and a handle disposed at the front of the base make it easier to move and/or relocate the mixer. Non-stick coatings in the form of a paint-resistant coating or an anti-graffiti coating to the inside surfaces of the mixer facilitate the removal of accumulated paint.