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Montgomery, AL, United States of America

Philip C McCray

USPTO Granted Patents = 7

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.6

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 29(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Montgomery, AL (US) (1980 - 1993)
  • Wetumpka, AL (US) (1995 - 1997)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal5 out of 8 
 
Knox Kershaw, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 20 
 
Kershaw Manufacturing Company
 patents

Years Active: 1980-1997

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5600903 - Ballast shoulder cleaner (1997-02-11),
2. 5459951 - Ballast shoulder cleaner (1995-10-24),
3. 5183118 - High-capacity ballast reconditioning apparatus (1993-02-02),
4. 5109775 - Ballast reconditioning apparatus with multiple excavating wheels and (1992-05-05),
5. 5029649 - Ballast reconditioning apparatus (1991-07-09),
6. D281071 - Tree trimming machine (1985-10-22),
7. 4222418 - Apparatus for mounting flail members on a rotatable drum (1980-09-16),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Philip C. McCray

Introduction

Philip C. McCray is a notable inventor based in Montgomery, Alabama, recognized for his significant contributions to the field of railway maintenance technology. With a total of seven patents to his name, McCray has developed innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of ballast management in railroad systems.

Latest Patents

One of McCray's latest inventions is the Ballast Shoulder Cleaner, a specialized ballast machine designed for plowing ballast from the outer ends of rail-supporting cross ties of a railroad bed. This machine features a ballast ridge plow assembly equipped with a slider box that can be vertically adjusted by a hydraulic actuator. The slider box is mounted to the frame of the ballast machine, allowing for precise control during operation. The ridge plow assembly includes a blade assembly with ballast-engaging blades that can pivot in response to obstructions encountered on the railroad bed or cross ties. Additionally, the design incorporates mechanisms for vertical positioning and movement of the blade assembly, enabling it to transition between an 'in and up' position for stowing the blades and a 'down and out' position for effective ballast dressing operations.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Philip C. McCray has worked with prominent companies in the railway industry, including Knox Kershaw, Inc. and Kershaw Manufacturing Company. His experience in these organizations has allowed him

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