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Is a tool belt patented?
Short answer: specific designs of a tool belt have been patented many times, but "a tool belt" as a general idea is not what is protected. What matters is the exact combination of features in your version.
What our index shows
- 127 US and WO patent publications since 2000 have a title matching “tool beltpouchholsterbag” or a close variant (our index of 9.7 million patent families; one publication per family).
- Among the 88 best keyword matches we examined, 22 were published in 2020 or later, and the earliest was published in 2000.
- Most frequent assignees in those matches: TRAVEL CADDY INC DBA TRAVELO (5), TRAVEL CADDY INC (3), AAW PRODUCTS INC (2), WILLIAMS MATTHEW G (2).
- Most common patent classes (CPC subclasses): A45F (67), B25H (42), A45C (14), Y10S (11).
Counts come from keyword matching on titles and abstracts, so they are indicative, not a legal count. Some matches are different products that share a word.
14 real patent publications related to a tool belt
- Construction tool belt or pouch with integrated attachment features US-12383044-B2 2025 · HAMMERHEAD IND INC
Tool belts are disclosed that provided improved safety features and can be worn both as a conventional tool belts, but also have integral features that allow them to be mounted to structure (e.g. railing or fence) at a constructio…
View on Google Patents - Caulk tool belt US-11819111-B1 2023 · ANTONIAZZI ANDRE
A caulk tool belt including a belt assembly, pocket assemblies, and a heated pocket assembly is disclosed. These assemblies in conjunction with one another provide a convenient solution to storing an assortment of tools related to…
View on Google Patents - Modular Tool Belt System US-2021219706-A1 2021 · HARPT MICHAEL
A modular tool belt is implemented in which the locations and quantities of pouches and other accessories are customizable for the user while simultaneously providing a level of comfort and craftsmanship. The tool belt is based on…
View on Google Patents - Tool Belt Chaps with Knee Pads and Movable, Detachable Tool Pockets US-2019357606-A1 2019 · VENEKAMP SARAH
Tool belt chaps are disclosed as these may be provided for gardening or other activities. An example of the tool belt chaps include a pair of chaps and a waist belt with buckling mechanism, such that the belt comfortably secures t…
View on Google Patents - Tool Belt US-2014353352-A1 2014 · SHAPIRO JEREMY
A tool belt includes a belt portion formed by two coplanar sheets of material, the ends of which have a detachable, mating attachment mechanism. At attachment points along the belt potion, the coplanar sheets are joined by, for ex…
View on Google Patents - Tool belt with integrated tool retraction mechanism US-2013008933-A1 2013 · CLIFFORD ERIC B
A tool belt comprising a band for attachment of the tool belt to a worker and at least one pouch attached to the band and defining an interior compartment for accommodating at least one tool therein. At least one guide is formed w…
View on Google Patents - Drill holder tool belt US-8220683-B2 2012 · WILLIAMS MATTHEW G
A tool belt including an inner tool receiving chamber positioned inside of an outer accessory pocket and configured to releasably contain a tool, such as a handheld drill, in an easily accessible position proximate to a user's…
View on Google Patents - Tool belt pocket kick-stand US-2009145789-A1 2009 · PANOSIAN MICHAEL HARMIK
A tool belt pocket includes a pocket or pouch for receiving tools or the like. An attachment member is provided for attaching the pocket or pouch to a support device. A kick-stand is attached to said pocket or pouch and movable be…
View on Google Patents - Magnetic tool belt and tool belt accessories US-2009095785-A1 2009 · AAW PRODUCTS INC
Magnetic tool belts and tool belt accessories for holding work items comprise a body having a surface and one or more magnets coupled to the surface for holding work items. The one or more magnets providing a magnetic force for at…
View on Google Patents - Tool belt carrier, and pouch constructions US-7318542-B2 2008 · TRAVEL CADDY INC
A low slung tool belt carrier includes pouches designed to be suspended from a belt strap construction with a shoulder strap crossing over the torso or shoulders to support the larger of two pouches, the pouches arranged to fit on…
View on Google Patents - Coat with integrated tool belt US-2007214548-A1 2007 · ESTES DAVE
A garment wearing apparatus 1 which has a integrated tool belt 2 pouches integrated in tool belt 4 are all held up by belt holding mechanism 3
View on Google Patents - Combination tool pouch and drill holster US-2005236454-A1 2005 · TRAVEL CADDY INC DBA TRAVELO
A combination tool pouch and drill holster are mounted on a tool belt. The tool pouch includes an inside panel and an outside panel which are formed in an arcuate configuration to facilitate comfortable placement on the leg or hip…
View on Google Patents - Tool belt with magnetic pouch and method of use US-2003197042-A1 2003
A tool belt having a pouch portion in which items such magnetic objects as nails, screws, and bolts may be contained. The tool belt also having a magnet that may be attached to the pouch portion and that provides a magnetic field …
View on Google Patents - Tool pouch with swiveling removable belt attachment US-2002170933-A1 2002
A tool pouch comprises a back layer of durable sheet material, and an outer layer of compliant material and a stud plate attached to opposite sides of the back layer. The back layer has a front side, a back side, a top edge, and a…
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What this means for your idea
Because patents cover specific combinations of features, the useful question is not “has a tool belt been patented?” but “has my combination of features been described before?” Tools and office products differ in grips, adjustment mechanisms, and how blades or bits are held and changed.
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First-look landscape. Not exhaustive. Not legal advice. This page lists keyword-matched publications from a limited database; it does not say whether any product is or isn't covered by a patent, whether a patent is still in force, or whether your idea is patentable. Consult a registered patent attorney or agent.