US3785337A
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Wire marker
Assignee: Maes Inc
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Filing: 1972-09-18
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Granted: 1974-01-15
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Expires: 1992-09-18
Abstract
Abstract A warning device for use on fence wire, trees, posts and the like. The device has a flat base and an integral strap extending from an edge thereof. The free end of the strap has fastening means on the end thereof adapted to be coupled with the base of the device or the base of an adjacent warning device. The strap can encircle a fence wire or it can be secured, as by nails, to trees and posts for marking trails, driveway entrances and the like. A light reflector is mounted on the base.
Inventors
- 👤 C Flowerday
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 21:26
CPC Classifications
G; G08; G08B; G08B5/00; E; E01; E01F; E01F13/00; E01F13/02; E01F13/028; E01F9/00; E01F9/60; E01F9/604; E01F9/619
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
210 words
A warning device for use on a fence wire, tree or post, comprising: flat base means and substantially coplanar strap means extending away from an edge of said base means and having an end thereof fixed to said base means, the free end of said strap means having first fastening means thereon, said first fastening means comprising a neck portion and an enlarged head portion secured to said neck portion adjacent the free end of said strap means; second fastening means on said base means adapted to be coupled with said first fastening means, whereby one warning device can be mounted on a fence wire or coupled with a second warning device; said second fastening means comprising an elongated opening in said base means near the fixed end of said strap means, the width of said opening being at least equal to the width of said neck portion on said strap means and the length of said opening being at least equal to the width of said eNlarged head portion on the free end of said strap means, whereby said enlarged head portion can be inserted into said opening and then turned to a locked position relative to the base means; and light reflector means mounted on said base means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
210 words
A warning device for use on a fence wire, tree or post, comprising: flat base means and substantially coplanar strap means extending away from an edge of said base means and having an end thereof fixed to said base means, the free end of said strap means having first fastening means thereon, said first fastening means comprising a neck portion and an enlarged head portion secured to said neck portion adjacent the free end of said strap means; second fastening means on said base means adapted to be coupled with said first fastening means, whereby one warning device can be mounted on a fence wire or coupled with a second warning device; said second fastening means comprising an elongated opening in said base means near the fixed end of said strap means, the width of said opening being at least equal to the width of said neck portion on said strap means and the length of said opening being at least equal to the width of said eNlarged head portion on the free end of said strap means, whereby said enlarged head portion can be inserted into said opening and then turned to a locked position relative to the base means; and light reflector means mounted on said base means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
31 words
A warning device according to claim 1, wherein said strap means extends away from said base means in a direction which is substantially aligned with the lengthwise direction of said opening.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
25 words
A warning device according to claim 2, wherein the fixed end of said strap means is integrally connected to the edge of said base means.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
46 words
A warning device according to claim 3, wherein said base means is triangular and said strap means thereon extends away from a corner of said base means aligned with the bisector of the angle formed by the two edges of the base means defining said corner.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
51 words
A warning device according to claim 1, wherein said strap means comprises an elongated and substantially flat strap constructed of a flexible material, said strap having the fixed end thereof integrally connected to the edge of said base means, said base means and said strap being integrally molded as one piece.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
39 words
A warning device according to claim 5, wherein said strap and said base means are constructed of a plastic material, and wherein said reflector means includes a pair of reflector members mounted on opposite sides of said base means.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
197 words
A warning device for use on a fence wire, tree or post, comprising: flat base means having integral and substantially coplanar strap means extending away from an edge thereof, the free end of said strap means having first fastening means thereon; said base means being triangular and said strap means extending away from a corner of said base means aligned with the bisector of the angle formed by the two edges of the base means defining said corner; second fastening means on said base means adapted to be coupled with said first fastening means, whereby one warning device can be mounted on a fence wire or coupled with a second warning device; and light reflector means mounted on said base means, said light reflector means including a pair of circular reflectors located on opposite sides of said base means; each reflector having a central pin extending therefrom, the combined extensions of said pins from said reflectors being about equal to the thickness of said base means, said base means having an opening along said bisector into which said pins are receivable; and adhesive means for securing said pins together when said reflectors are against said base means.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
197 words
A warning device for use on a fence wire, tree or post, comprising: flat base means having integral and substantially coplanar strap means extending away from an edge thereof, the free end of said strap means having first fastening means thereon; said base means being triangular and said strap means extending away from a corner of said base means aligned with the bisector of the angle formed by the two edges of the base means defining said corner; second fastening means on said base means adapted to be coupled with said first fastening means, whereby one warning device can be mounted on a fence wire or coupled with a second warning device; and light reflector means mounted on said base means, said light reflector means including a pair of circular reflectors located on opposite sides of said base means; each reflector having a central pin extending therefrom, the combined extensions of said pins from said reflectors being about equal to the thickness of said base means, said base means having an opening along said bisector into which said pins are receivable; and adhesive means for securing said pins together when said reflectors are against said base means.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-01-14 | 1977-07-16 | 1978-01-15 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-01-14 | 1981-07-16 | 1982-01-15 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-01-14 | 1985-07-16 | 1986-01-15 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |