This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: New Pig Corporation. Active years: 2026.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2026
Title: William George Harvey and His Self-Closing Drum Lid Invention
Introduction
William George Harvey is an inventor associated with New Florence, Pennsylvania. His work includes a patented design for self-closing drum lids that close automatically at controlled rates.
Latest Patents
Harvey’s patent, “Self-closing drum lids with controlled closing rates,” describes a lid that begins closing slowly after being manually rotated fully open. This slower stage gives users time to add or remove material without holding the lid open. The lid then closes at a faster rate until it reaches the fully closed position. The design may attach to a drum with a drum band and may include a latching mechanism. Harvey is credited with 1 patent.
Career Highlights
Harvey is associated with New Pig Corporation. His patented drum-lid design focuses on controlled, automatic closure during drum use.
Collaborations
Harvey’s coworker Gregory R. Harpster is also associated with his professional work.
Conclusion
William George Harvey’s patented design combines a slower initial closing stage with faster final closure, offering a practical approach to drum-lid operation.
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