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Patents & Trademarks
Plumb Site® Dual-View™ Vial (US Patent 6,748,666)
Our Plumb Site vial viewer allows the user to read the plumb vial in the traditional way - the side-view - as well as from a front-view position.
The Plumb Site® Advantages
- Completely eliminates parallax
- Improves the accuracy reading of the level because the vial can be viewed from the front
- Provides continuous line of sight from the reflected image through the top of the vial for a greatly enhanced field of vertical vision
- Eliminates neck and back strain since there's no need to view the plumb vial from the side of the level
- Increases efficiency and saves time (up to 30% on large vertical alignment jobs)
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Zeus™ 990 Box Section Level (Patents Pending)
The Best Level on Earth™. Kapro's new high-end professional box section level is unrivalled for strength, endurance, and patented features. It's designed specifically for professional contractors who are looking for extreme toughness and durability.
The Zeus™ 990 Advantages
- Computer Optimized Profile retains its original tensile strength (the maximum stress a material can withstand) better than any level on the market.
- Two Plumb Site® Dual-View™ vials with the unique dual view of the vertical vial.
- Magnified horizontal solid acrylic vial for better readability. Zeus™ 990 VISION model includes illuminated horizontal vial for work in low-light environments.
- Polypropylene and TPR end caps with "Air-cushioned" PVC shock absorbers- for superior impact absorption.
- Ergonomic "Air-cushioned" handles with patented Ergo Grip™ non-slip feature. Soft-touch feel, and a big aperture that's comfortable for larger hands.
- Pure polyester electrostatic powder coated, incorporating Keflon™ anti-stick coating - creates a residue resistant finish for easy maintenance.
For more information, please visit the Zeus™ 990's dedicated website at www.thebestlevelonearth.com
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Postrite® Post Level (US Patent 6,029,359)
Plumb any post, pole, or sign vertically and horizontally at the same time.
The Postrite® Advantages
- Hinged "arms" fold into a compact size for easy storage and vial protection
- Arms spread out 180° for use as a conventional level
- Click-locks every 15°, for especially thin or thick posts
- Magnetic strips for attaching to metal, and heavy-duty elastic strap for wooden decking or posts
- Polymer body is durable, lightweight, and scratchproof
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Set & Match® Ruler with Sliding Bubble Vials (US Patent 6,463,666)
The Set & Match® is the perfect leveling and measuring device. It combines a level with moveable vials and a ruler, eliminating the need for a separate ruler or tape measure.
The Set & Match® Advantages
- Vials mounted on sliding "clamps" allow for simultaneous measuring and aligning
- Measures distances between two points (shelves, cabinets) much more efficiently and accurately
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Penta Square® Combination Square(US Patent 6,553,677)
The better combination square with a user-friendly locking mechanism and rotating vial housing that aligns to any angle.
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Topgrade™ Spirit Level with Multiple Vials (US Patent 6,209,211)
This Kapro spirit level is the ultimate plumbing level. The multiple vials help set and level completely accurate slopes of 0%, 0.5%, 1%, 1.5% and 2% (48"/120cm model). Each solid acrylic vial is calibrated to a different gradient for fast, easy, foolproof leveling. To use, just place the level on the surface, and look for the vial that has required pitch or slope.
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Ergo Grip™ Hand Grips (US Patent 6,418,634)
Kapro's own rubberized hand grips on its box and I-beam levels. We coat the cutouts in the level with thermoplastic rubber for a better gripping surface.
The Ergo Grip™ Advantages
- Large, ergonomic handgrip protrudes from the face of the level, to provide a high-friction, non-slip surface
- Frees up one hand, and doesn't leave a mark on the work surface.
- Thermally insulates a user's hand from the cold body of the level when working in cold environments
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Magnetic Lock Combination Square US Pat. Pend. USSN 10/591,738)
No more screws to lock - Kapro's Combination Square features magnetic lock adjustment.
Magnetic Lock Combination Square Advantages:
- Locks magnetically, instead of with traditional screws, so it holds strong, slides easily - and reassembles without effort
- Stainless steel blade, with permanently etched ruler markings in inches and centimeters
- Stainless steel scribe is magnet-held with Easy Grip™- simple to remove and replace
- 5 milled sides for superior accuracy
- Heavy-duty cast zinc body
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Level Extenders™ (US Patent 7,290,346)
Extends levels up to 28" (70cm). Designed for accurate leveling at any length. Sturdy aluminum construction for better accuracy.
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The Ledgend™ Try & Mitre Square (US Patent D451,831 )
The only carpenter's square with an ergonomic handle that doubles as a support ledge, to keep it sitting square on the work surface.
The Ledgend™ Advantages
- Unique "hands-free" support ledge, so it won't slip or fall while you're working
- Certified 90° angle
- High impact polymer handle is molded onto the blade and welded with Accu-Fix™ bonding technology, so it's durable, stays accurate - and feels good to hold
- Hardened, tempered steel ruler comes with chemically etched angles
- Integrated marking point on handle with a pencil-notch for use as a reference point
- Additional 22.5°, 45°, and 67.5° angles for framing and beveling
- All materials are non-corrosive and scratch-proof
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608 Framing Tape Measure (US Patent D557,155)
Kapro's new tape measure has an end hook that holds on corners, for accurate diagonal measurements. No more guess-work or "good enough" measurements. The end hook also features a slot for holding on nail head.
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215 Aluminum Chalk Line with Line Level (US Patent D477,785)
This extra strong chalk line features aluminum casing and shockproof rubber molding. The detachable line level clicks into the chalk box.
Kapro Chalk Line Advantages
- Extra fast rewind (6:1) with string lock mechanism: six times faster than a regular chalk line
- All-in-one end hook: holds on nails & ledges, tacks into drywall
- Hook docking point for neat hook storage
- Clean chalk refill - won't spill
- Wall mount holds chalk line in place during use, or for storage
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