RICHARD KYLE HOOFARD
Pilots at Brookstown Dr, Dallas, TX
License number
Texas A4671591
Issued Date
Oct 2015
Expiration Date
Oct 2017
Category
Airmen
Type
Authorized Aircraft Instructor
Address
Address
5716 Brookstown Dr, Dallas, TX 75230
Professional information
Counterbalance System For Upward Acting Door
US Patent:
6134835, Oct 24, 2000
Filed:
Jun 12, 1998
Appl. No.:
9/096663
Inventors:
LeRoy G. Krupke - Carrollton TX
D. Scott Boucher - Rowlett TX
John E. Scates - Carrollton TX
Richard K. Hoofard - Dallas TX
D. Scott Boucher - Rowlett TX
John E. Scates - Carrollton TX
Richard K. Hoofard - Dallas TX
Assignee:
Overhead Door Corporation - Dallas TX
International Classification:
E05F 1100
US Classification:
49200
Abstract:
A counterbalance system for an upward-acting door includes spaced-apart wall brackets and cable drums supported on the brackets and connected to flexible cables which depend from the drums and connected to the lower side edges of an upward-acting sectional garage door. One or both of the cable drums may be connected to one end of a torsion coil spring and the opposite end of each spring is connected to a hub assembly. Elongated spring winding and protective cover tubes are sleeved over the springs and are connected to the brackets by worm-gear drive winding mechanisms, respectively, for rotating the tubes to effect winding of the torsion coil springs through the hub assemblies but preventing rotation of the tubes during normal operation of the counterbalance system. The cable drums and spring hub assemblies may be supported on an elongated synchronizing shaft or a torque transfer shaft extending between and supported on the wall brackets.
Vertically-Storing Dock Leveler Apparatus And Method
US Patent:
2005001, Jan 20, 2005
Filed:
May 27, 2004
Appl. No.:
10/854304
Inventors:
James Alexander - Coppell TX, US
Richard Hoofard - Dallas TX, US
Richard Hoofard - Dallas TX, US
International Classification:
E01D001/00
US Classification:
014071100
Abstract:
A dock leveler for bridging the gap between a loading dock and the bed of a vehicle parked at the loading dock. The dock leveler is configured for installation on the top of the dock and is designed to rotate from a vertically-stored raised position to at least one lowered, operative position. In some embodiments, the dock leveler can be lowered either for normal operation so that the deck assembly rests on the bed of the vehicle or it can be lowered to accommodate an end-loading condition.
Vertically-Storing Dock Leveler Apparatus And Method
US Patent:
6951041, Oct 4, 2005
Filed:
May 27, 2003
Appl. No.:
10/444971
Inventors:
Richard K. Hoofard - Dallas TX, US
James C. Alexander - Coppell TX, US
James C. Alexander - Coppell TX, US
Assignee:
SPX Corporation - Charlotte NC
International Classification:
E01D001/00
US Classification:
14 711
Abstract:
A dock leveler for bridging the gap between a loading dock and the bed of a vehicle parked at the loading dock. The dock leveler is configured for installation on the top of the dock and is designed to rotate from a vertically-stored raised position to at least one lowered, operative position. In some embodiments, the dock leveler can be lowered either for normal operation so that the deck rests on the bed of the vehicle or it can be lowered to accommodate an end-loading condition.
Spring Counterbalance Method And Apparatus For Variably Biasing A Dock Leveler
US Patent:
7017220, Mar 28, 2006
Filed:
Sep 22, 2003
Appl. No.:
10/664971
Inventors:
James C. Alexander - Coppell TX, US
Richard K. Hoofard - Dallas TX, US
Richard K. Hoofard - Dallas TX, US
Assignee:
SPX Corporation - Charlotte NC
International Classification:
E01D 1/00
US Classification:
14 695, 14 711, 14 713
Abstract:
A counter balance mechanism for a mechanically-operated, vertically-storing dock leveler that can upwardly bias the dock leveler at desired angles of rotation and downwardly bias the dock leveler at other angles of rotation, and neutrally bias the dock leveler at yet other angles of rotation. A method for assisting the operation of a mechanically-operated, vertically-storing dock leveler of desirable simplicity is also provided.
Vertically-Storing Dock Leveler Apparatus And Method
US Patent:
7213286, May 8, 2007
Filed:
Mar 28, 2005
Appl. No.:
11/090040
Inventors:
Richard K. Hoofard - Dallas TX, US
James C. Alexander - Coppell TX, US
James C. Alexander - Coppell TX, US
Assignee:
4Front Engineered Solutions, Inc. - Sussex WI
International Classification:
E01D 1/00
US Classification:
14 711
Abstract:
A dock leveler for bridging the gap between a loading dock and the bed of a vehicle parked at the loading docket. The dock leveler is configured for installation on the top of the dock and is designed to rotate from a vertically-stored position to at least one lowered, operative position. In some embodiments, the dock leveler can be lowered either for normal operation so that the deck rests on the bed of the vehicle or it can be lowered to accommodate an end-loading condition. The docket leveler has a horizontally translatable ramp.
Support Leg System And Method For Supporting A Dock Leveler
US Patent:
7225493, Jun 5, 2007
Filed:
May 22, 2006
Appl. No.:
11/437637
Inventors:
Richard K. Hoofard - Dallas TX, US
James C. Alexander - Coppell TX, US
Douglas H. Massey - New Berlin WI, US
Michael M. Meichtry - Brookfield WI, US
James C. Alexander - Coppell TX, US
Douglas H. Massey - New Berlin WI, US
Michael M. Meichtry - Brookfield WI, US
Assignee:
4 Front Engineered Solutions, Inc. - Sussex WI
International Classification:
E01D 1/00
US Classification:
14 695, 14 711, 14 713
Abstract:
A method and apparatus for supporting a dock leveler in a manner to reduce the effects of free fall and stump-out. The apparatus includes the use of a retractable support leg. The method includes maintaining the support leg in a support position and retracting the support leg under certain conditions.
Support Leg System And Method For Supporting A Dock Leveler
US Patent:
7216392, May 15, 2007
Filed:
Feb 27, 2006
Appl. No.:
11/362332
Inventors:
Richard K. Hoofard - Dallas TX, US
David C. Saliger - Desoto TX, US
David C. Saliger - Desoto TX, US
Assignee:
SPX Dock Products, Inc. - Sussex WI
International Classification:
E01D 15/00
US Classification:
14 711, 14 695
Abstract:
A dock leveler including a support leg system configured to remain in a support position when the dock leveler descends rapidly and retract when the dock leveler descends slowly. Also, a dock leveler including a multi-tiered lip keeper support system for supporting the ramp at more than one position. In addition, a method of supporting a dock leveler ramp. The method includes attaching a first and second lip engaging apparatus under the ramp.
Support Leg System And Method For Supporting A Dock Leveler
US Patent:
6931686, Aug 23, 2005
Filed:
Mar 12, 2003
Appl. No.:
10/385751
Inventors:
Richard K. Hoofard - Dallas TX, US
James C. Alexander - Coppell TX, US
Douglas H. Massey - New Berlin WI, US
James C. Alexander - Coppell TX, US
Douglas H. Massey - New Berlin WI, US
Assignee:
SPX Dock Products Inc. - Sussex WI
International Classification:
E01D001/00
US Classification:
14 695, 14 711
Abstract:
A dock leveler includes a support leg system configured to remain in a support position when the dock leveler descends rapidly and retract when the dock leveler descends slowly. A disengaging system is also included to disengage the support legs from retracting when the dock level lip is in a pendant position. A method of operating a dock leveler includes keeping a support leg in a support position when a dock leveler descends rapidly and retracting a support leg when the dock leveler descends slowly.
Vertically-Storing Dock Leveler Apparatus And Method
US Patent:
7043790, May 16, 2006
Filed:
May 27, 2004
Appl. No.:
10/854236
Inventors:
James C. Alexander - Coppell TX, US
Richard Hoofard - Dallas TX, US
Richard Hoofard - Dallas TX, US
Assignee:
SPX Dock Products, Inc. - Mequon WI
International Classification:
E01D 15/12
US Classification:
14 713, 14 711
Abstract:
A dock leveler for bridging the gap between a loading dock and the bed of a vehicle parked at the loading dock. The dock leveler is configured for installation on the top of the dock and is designed to rotate from a vertically-stored raised position to at least one lowered, operative position. In some embodiments, the dock leveler can be lowered either for normal operation so that the deck assembly rests on the bed of the vehicle or it can be lowered to accommodate an end-loading condition.
Vehicle Restraint System And Method
US Patent:
2005013, Jun 23, 2005
Filed:
Dec 23, 2003
Appl. No.:
10/742921
Inventors:
Richard Hoofard - Dallas TX, US
International Classification:
B60T001/14
US Classification:
188005000
Abstract:
An embodiment in accordance with the present invention provides a vehicle restraining device that restrains a vehicle by blocking a wheel associated with the vehicle. Another embodiment of the present invention provides a method of restraining a vehicle by blocking a wheel associated with the vehicle.