Bruce R Wise

Title: Innovations by Bruce R. Wise

Introduction

Bruce R. Wise is an accomplished inventor based in North Huntingdon, PA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of rail lubrication technology, holding two patents that showcase his innovative spirit and technical expertise.

Latest Patents

Wise's latest patents include a rail lubrication apparatus and an assembly for applying solid material to wheels. The rail lubrication apparatus features a wiping bar designed for use with rails that have a base with outwardly extending flanges, a head, and a web connecting the base and the head. This invention includes a wiping bar and a first set of clamps to maintain the wiping bar's position relative to the rail. Additionally, it comprises a pump actuator and a second set of clamps to secure the pump actuator in place. The system is designed to pump lubricant from a reservoir to the wiping bar, creating a complete rail lubrication system. Notably, the wiping bar incorporates an improved distribution blade and an anti-stick material on the surface that contacts the lubricant.

The second patent, an assembly for applying solid material to wheels, is designed to apply lubricants or anti-slip materials to wheels. This system includes spring-actuated members that urge a holder for the solid material upward along guide pins. As a wheel passes over the rail and the solid material element, the material is pinched between the wheel flange and the gage face of the rail, effectively transferring the material to the rail surface