Patents Represented by Attorney, Agent or Law Firm Daniel J. O'Connor
  • Patent number: 4759303
    Abstract: A sewing machine presser foot lubrication system which includes apparatus to directly supply a lubricating fluid to the underside of a presser foot. The apparatus includes a small lubricant flow tube attached to a forwardmost underside portion of the presser foot. By such direct attachment of the lubricant flow line to the presser foot, a more effective lubricating function between the presser foot and a work piece is achieved. The apparatus further consists of a lubricant reservoir and the appropriate valving to control the lubricant flow rate therefrom. The flow tube is in two sections wherein a flexible second portion can be quickly disconnected from a rigid first portion which is integral with the presser foot.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 14, 1987
    Date of Patent: July 26, 1988
    Inventors: Jack S. Belsinger, John C. Smith
  • Patent number: 4748067
    Abstract: A padded book panel which utilizes three flat chipboard layers between which are positioned an upper undulating layer and a lower undulating layer.The undulating layers are of generally longer fiber length than the flat chipboard layers.In a preferred embodiment, the upper undulating layer has longer arms or flutes thereon so that, when passed through a treating pressure roller, the arms of the upper undulating layer are permanently bent or creased. The arms of the lower undulating layer, being of shorter height, are not bent during the roller treating softening process.The resulting structure is then utilized as an economically manufactured and high-quality padded book panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 1987
    Date of Patent: May 31, 1988
    Assignee: Corra-Board Products Co., Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas L. Cline
  • Patent number: 4736537
    Abstract: A foldable corrugated fiberboard decorative insert which is intended for use in the enhancement of the appearance of a bookshelving unit and also for use as a general advertising means. The invention inherently includes a novel method of display advertising which may be effectively utilized by retail merchants without the need for costly expenditures for complex advertising display systems. The invention structure is designed to be shipped in a flat or knockdown position so that multiple units may be most economically shipped and warehoused as needed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 1986
    Date of Patent: April 12, 1988
    Assignee: Merchandising Innovations Co.
    Inventor: Phil B. Sheffer
  • Patent number: 4734308
    Abstract: A method of producing paperboard and a paperboard structure wherein the grain lines of upper and lower chipboard panels are aligned at right angles in relation to the undulations formed in a midstratum layer to yield an overall panel assembly having a high degree of bending resistance.The invention also relates generally to a panel assembly having a particular novel layered construction. In place of a conventional solid chipboard laminated construction, an undulated midstratum layer is utilized in such manner that air cells or pockets are formed within the structure. An overlayer and an underlayer are adhesively applied to the undulated midstratum layer. The invention results in a panel assembly which may be much more economically manufactured while yielding superior end product strength and durability. The invention has widespread utility as a superior substitute for the currently used solid laminated chipboard design.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 1986
    Date of Patent: March 29, 1988
    Assignee: Corra-Board Products Co., Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas L. Cline
  • Patent number: 4731933
    Abstract: A chalkline device situated on a protractor in such a manner which permits the chalkline string to extend from the centerpoint of the protractor's radius past the degree markings on the protractor. By placing the centerpoint side of the protractor on any straight surface and extending the chalkline string past the degree markings any angle measurement can, by the chalkline string, be determined and marked in the same process. The chalkline string serves as both the hand of a dial and a medium for conveyance of the chalk to the surface being marked or measured.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 1986
    Date of Patent: March 22, 1988
    Inventor: Charles D. Cope
  • Patent number: 4726863
    Abstract: A method of producing paperboard and a paperboard structure wherein the grain lines of upper and lower chipboard panels are aligned at right angles in relation to the undulations formed in a midstratum layer to yield an overall panel assembly having a high degree of bending resistance.The invention also relates generally to a panel method of assembly having a particular novel layered construction. In place of a conventional solid chipboard laminated construction, an undulated midstratum layer is utilized in such manner that air cells or pockets are formed within the structure. An overlayer and an underlayer are adhesively applied to the undulated midstratum layer. The invention results in a panel assembly which may be much more economically manufactured while yielding superior end product strength and durability. The invention has widespread utility as a superior substitute for the currently used solid laminated chipboard design.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 1987
    Date of Patent: February 23, 1988
    Assignee: Corra-Board Products Co., Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas L. Cline
  • Patent number: 4710417
    Abstract: This invention relates generally to a panel assembly having a particular novel layered construction. In place of a conventional solid chipboard laminated construction, an undulated midstratum layer is utilized in such manner that air cells or pockets are formed within the structure. An overlayer and an underlayer are adhesively applied to the undulated midstratum layer. The invention results in a panel assembly which may be much more economically manufactured while yielding superior end product strength and durability. The invention has widespread utility as a superior substitute for the currently used solid laminated chipboard design.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 1986
    Date of Patent: December 1, 1987
    Assignee: Corra-Board Products Co., Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas L. Cline
  • Patent number: 4709927
    Abstract: This invention relates generally to a game board having a particular novel layered construction. In place of a conventional solid chipboard laminated construction, an undulated midstratum layer is utilized in such manner that air cells or pockets are formed within the structure. An overlayer and an underlayer are adhesively applied to the undulated midstratum layer. The invention results in a game board which may be much more economically manufactured while yielding superior end product strength and durability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 1986
    Date of Patent: December 1, 1987
    Assignee: Corra-Board Products Co., Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas L. Cline
  • Patent number: 4703854
    Abstract: This invention relates generally to a book container structure having a particular novel layered construction. In place of a conventional solid chipboard laminated construction, an undulated midstratum layer is utilized in such manner that air cells or pockets are formed within the panels of the structure. An overlayer and an underlayer are adhesively applied to the undulated midstratum layer. The invention results in a book container structure which may be much more economically manufactured while yielding superior end product strength and durability. It has widespread utility as a superior substitute for the currently used solid laminated chipboard design.The invention utilizes varying fiber lengths and a particular grain line orientation to achieve a highly durable panel structure for use as a book container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 1986
    Date of Patent: November 3, 1987
    Assignee: Corra-Board Products Co., Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas L. Cline
  • Patent number: 4703395
    Abstract: This invention relates generally to an electronic circuit breadboard assembly having a particular novel layered construction. In place of a conventional solid chipboard laminated construction, an undulated midstratum layer is utilized in such manner that air cells or pockets are formed within the structure. An overlayer and an underlayer are adhesively applied to the undulated midstratum layer. The invention results in a breadboard assembly which may be much more economically manufactured while yielding superior end product strength and durability. The invention has widespread utility in the electronics assembly field as a superior substitute for the currently used solid laminated chipboard design.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 1986
    Date of Patent: October 27, 1987
    Assignee: Corra-Board Products Co., Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas L. Cline
  • Patent number: 4687130
    Abstract: A disposable ice, food or beverage carrier which is fabricated of corrugated fiberboard materials. A single piece of bendable corrugated fiberboard is factory die cut and scored in such manner that it may be easily folded into a container assembly for use by picnickers or other persons requiring a temporary insulative container. The score and cut-line designs disclosed yield a highly durable temporary food container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 1986
    Date of Patent: August 18, 1987
    Assignee: Beeler Mfg. Co.
    Inventor: Robert J. Beeler
  • Patent number: 4685401
    Abstract: An easy-to-assemble coffee table made entirely of corrugated fiberboard for reduced shipping costs.All components in the coffee table kit are designed to be shipped in a flat or knockdown position to reduce shipping volume requirements.A unique component interlocking design allows the coffee table kit to be simply built-up into a highly durable and attractive piece of furniture without the need for separate fasteners of any kind.The inventive interlocking design also avoids the complex assembly procedures often associated with furniture of the knockdown variety.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 1985
    Date of Patent: August 11, 1987
    Assignee: Merchandising Innovations Co., Inc.
    Inventor: Phil B. Sheffer
  • Patent number: 4676383
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for constructing a light weight yet durable shelf or panel unit. The preferred material of the invention is corrugated fiberboard. It will be appreciated, however, that the inventive concepts may will be applied to other materials such as plastic compounds and derivatives.In use of the design, light weight materials are folded together to yield a durable shelving structure with fastening means being formed on side edges thereof. The basic panel is designed as a one-piece unit with two rectangular pieces inserted therein in use of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 1986
    Date of Patent: June 30, 1987
    Assignee: Merchandising Innovations Co.
    Inventor: Phil B. Sheffer
  • Patent number: 4675895
    Abstract: A method and apparatus of converting or cutting over from an old or existing telephone company main distribution frame to a new digital/electronic main distribution frame. A specially designed tool apparatus, which enables practice of the method, results in a cutover system wherein multiple splicing operation into a main feeder cable are avoided, such multiple splicing operations having proven to be costly and service affecting in the telephony industry. With the relatively inexpensive tool of the invention, the cutover process is greatly simplified and accomplished more efficiently.The present invention further includes an apertured cover apparatus and a pair lifter tool adapted for use in the above system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 1986
    Date of Patent: June 23, 1987
    Assignee: Telephony Progress, Inc.
    Inventors: William R. Neail, Robert L. Bender
  • Patent number: 4673850
    Abstract: An electrical control means useful in systems wherein a motor, such as a blower motor for an air handling unit, must be run at different speed levels and wherein low voltage power must simultaneously be supplied to another part of the system such as a condenser unit. The invention combines auto-transformer and transformer technologies into a single motor control unit. Wiring to the auto-transformer portion of the unit is arranged in such manner that it may be readily field changed to accommodate the various line voltage and frequency levels encountered worldwide. Thus, a signle standardized unit allows accurate motor speed control and simultaneous low voltage power supply without motor overheating or instability under various line voltage and frequency conditions encountered throughout the world.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 1986
    Date of Patent: June 16, 1987
    Assignee: York International Corp.
    Inventor: Wendell E. Maudlin
  • Patent number: 4673608
    Abstract: This invention relates generally to a book panel having a particular novel layered construction. In place of a conventional solid chipboard laminated construction, an undulated midstratum layer is utilized in such manner that air cells or pockets are formed within the structure. An overlayer and an underlayer are adhesively applied to the undulated midstratum layer. The invention results in a book panel which may be much more economically manufactured while yielding superior end product strength and durability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 1986
    Date of Patent: June 16, 1987
    Assignee: Corra-Board Products Co.
    Inventor: Thomas L. Cline
  • Patent number: 4671558
    Abstract: A vehicle sunshield fabricated of a rollable single face corrugated fiberboard material with printed material applied to one side thereof. The one-piece design includes left and right sections or zones which are structured to be held in place by the conventional pivotable visors used in automotive vehicles. The one-piece design further includes a central section or zone (22) which has formed at the top thereof a mirror cutout portion and a reduced width mirror post cutout portion to aid in the ease of installation and use of the device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 1986
    Date of Patent: June 9, 1987
    Assignee: Tim-Bar Corporation
    Inventor: Thomas L. Cline
  • Patent number: 4670347
    Abstract: An article of manufacture, and process of producing same, which is utilized for the enhanced attenuation of circuit generated radio frequency and electromagnetic interference, i.e. RFI and EMI. The article of manufacture comprises a centrally disposed silver shielding conductive layer which captures circuit produced electromagnetic radiation and directs same to ground so that it does not affect the environment surrounding the electronic circuitry. The process of producing the article involves the silk screen printing of a silver-solvent compound onto a lower polyester-plastics material thus obviating the need for an adhesive between the silver conductive layer and the lower polyester material. The invention also includes the use of the particular article as a shield for the attenuation of circuit produced radiation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 1986
    Date of Patent: June 2, 1987
    Assignee: Topflight Corp.
    Inventors: Dennis Z. Lasik, Michael F. Roman
  • Patent number: 4664268
    Abstract: A bar or bookshelf subassembly construction which is comprised almost entirely of a light-weight corrugated fiberboard material. The device comprises plural layers of factory formed and glued corrugated fiberboard materials which are arranged such that bar shelving elements may be easily placed therein. A plastic track means (80) is factory glued to the subassembly so that various advertising messages or school logos, for example, may be readily slid into a display area of the bar. An engineered construction is utilized whereby the rough corrugated edges are hidden from view within the bar such that a very attractive bar or bookshelf is produced from light-weight and inexpensive materials.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 1986
    Date of Patent: May 12, 1987
    Assignee: Merchandising Innovations, Inc.
    Inventor: Phil B. Sheffer
  • Patent number: 4661082
    Abstract: A display article comprising a promotional truck assembly which is made entirely of corrugated fiberboard materials. A uniquely engineered series of cuts and score lines permits the article to be shipped in a completely flat or knockdown position. Upon receipt by the retail merchant, consumer or collector, the device may be readily assembled into a highly durable and attractive unit. No separate fasteners or glue of any kind are required for assembly of the unit which may be easily completed even by persons unfamiliar with display assembly techniques. It is contemplated that the device would be suitable for advertising and hobby/collector uses.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 1986
    Date of Patent: April 28, 1987
    Assignee: Merchandising Innovations, Inc.
    Inventor: Phil B. Sheffer