Locks – Portable – Padlocks
Reexamination Certificate
2005-02-15
2005-02-15
Gall, Lloyd A. (Department: 3676)
Locks
Portable
Padlocks
C070S058000, C070S061000, C070S178000, C070S232000, C070S386000, C137S383000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06854302
ABSTRACT:
A tool lock, especially useful in preventing theft or unauthorized use of a tool. The tool lock has a housing in which a lock cylinder assembly and locking balls are disposed. The tool lock housing has an opening at one end in which a portion of a tool, such as a pneumatic fitting on a pneumatic tool, may be inserted and secured by the engagement of the locking balls. The tool lock housing may further include a shackle portion which can be used in conjunction with a cable, either integral or separate, padlock, or chain to secure the tool lock to another object.
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Irgens Christopher R.
Zapushek John
Calfee Halter & Griswold LLP
Gall Lloyd A.
Master Lock Company
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