Iraj H Golestani

US Patent:

20120319419, Dec 20, 2012

Filed:

Dec 16, 2011

Appl. No.:

13/328567

Inventors:

Iraj H. Golestani - Phoenix AZ, US

International Classification:

B66F 19/00

US Classification:

294209

Abstract:

A device for securely attaching a tool attachment to an elongated handle of a broom or rake. The device typically comprises a core element with a first lower end designed to fasten the device to an elongated handle, and a second upper end designed to securely hold a tool attachment in place. The second upper end further comprises a sidewall, an enclosed top, an inner surface, and a tool receiving groove. The device also comprises a securing member that acts as a spacer and presses the tool attachment against the second upper end when the device is fastened to an elongated handle. Preferably, the core element also comprises gripping grooves along its exterior. Furthermore, the tool attachments are preferably common and inexpensive, such as nails and hooks.