Patents Represented by Attorney Ryan Kromholz & Manion, S.C.

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  • Transverse tab application method and apparatus
    Patent number: 7811403
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for applying tabs to a traveling web of material at a transfer position when the tabs are provided to the transfer position in a path that is skew to the web travel path. A tab supply assembly carries the tabs in a tab path that is either perpendicularly skew or obliquely skew to the travel path of the web. The web is generally spaced from the tab supply assembly. A plurality of bump transfer surfaces is adapted to urge the web towards the tab supply assembly, thereby contacting a tab.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2010
    Assignee: Curt G. Joa, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert E. Andrews
  • High visibility retractable safety strap and methods for securing a trailer to a towing vehicle
    Patent number: 7806483
    Abstract: A high visibility retractable safety strap and a method for securing a trailer to a towing vehicle is disclosed. The retractable safety strap is coupled to either the trailer or the towing vehicle. The high visibility nature of the strap increases safety for other motorists by making the presence of the coupling between the trailer and towing vehicle more perceivable. The safety straps also provide redundancy should the main coupling between the trailer and towing vehicle become detached.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2010
    Inventor: John G Schultz
  • Devices, systems, and methods employing a molded nerve cuff electrode
    Patent number: 7797058
    Abstract: Devices, systems, and methods for recording, and/or stimulation, and/or blocking of a nerve make use of a molded cuff electrode. An electrically conductive surface is coupled to an inside surface of the cuff's elastic body. The electrically conductive surface and the body assume a coiled configuration in its natural state. An applicator tool having a body and a slider are used to implant the cuff electrode about a nerve.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 14, 2010
    Assignee: NDI Medical, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph J. Mrva, James Coburn, Robert B. Strother, Geoffrey B. Thrope
  • Torque limiting driver and assembly
    Patent number: 7793573
    Abstract: A torque-limiting driver. The driver comprises a handle having a housing, a drive assembly located the housing. The drive assembly comprises a drive, a drive clutch member supported by the drive shaft and secured to the housing, a camming clutch member supported by the drive shaft and interacting with and biased against the drive clutch member. The camming clutch member is coupled to the drive shaft. The housing has a first open end and a second open end. The drive assembly is locked or secured together at the first open end, and the drive assembly is connected to a tool at the second opening.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 14, 2010
    Assignee: Bradshaw Medical, Inc.
    Inventor: Hua Gao
  • Gastric acid secretion inhibiting composition
    Patent number: 7785626
    Abstract: An oral pharmaceutical dosage form comprises pharmacologically effective amounts of an acid-susceptible proton pump inhibitor and an H2 receptor antagonist in combination with at least on pharmacologically acceptable excipient which causes a delayed release and/or an extended release of the proton pump inhibitor. The H2 receptor antagonist is included in the dosage form in such a way that it is rapidly released after administration. This dosage form is suitable for the treatment of conditions associated with an excessive secretion of gastric acid and provides a suitable combination of a rapid onset and a long-lasting duration of the effect. The invention also relates to a method for manufacturing such a dosage form and to a method for the treatment of conditions associated with the secretion of gastric acid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2010
    Assignee: OREXO AB
    Inventors: Anders Pettersson, Christer Nyström, Yvonne Håkansson
  • Trim removal system
    Patent number: 7780052
    Abstract: A system for removing chips from a web is disclosed, the system having a rotationally variable speed shoe for receiving a chip, a rotationally constant speed transfer roll for receiving a portion of a web from a die and anvil system, with the shoe initially rotating at a constant speed, slowing to allow a portion of the web to rip away from the chip at a leading rotational edge of the chip, next increasing in rotational speed to allow the chip to rip away from the web at a trailing rotational edge of the chip.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 24, 2010
    Assignee: Curt G. Joa, Inc.
    Inventor: John A. McCabe
  • Element of a cable tie strap
    Patent number: 7774905
    Abstract: A low profile locking tie head having a reduced wall thickness is provided for use in conjunction with a flexible strap. The low profile head comprises a wall, which circumferentially defines an opening, a reinforcement rib attached to the wall, and a pawl mechanism disposed at least partially inside the opening. A pair of clamping rails preferably provides a complete clamping surface, lowers the required tie head height, and assists in the transfer of force to the reinforcement rib. Further, a tie head retainer is provided to allow secure connection to a predetermined support structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2010
    Assignee: HellermannTyton Corporation
    Inventor: Gerard G. Geiger
  • Apparatus and methods for making, storing, and administering freeze-dried materials such as freeze-dried plasma
    Patent number: 7776022
    Abstract: A freeze-dried material is stored in a first chamber of a container along with a reconstituting liquid for the freeze-dried material, which is stored in a second chamber of the container. A sealing wall within the container forms a barrier between the first chamber and the second chamber preventing contact between the freeze-dried material and the reconstituting liquid. At least one valve assembly in the sealing wall selectively opens a region of the sealing wall to establish fluid flow communication between the first and second chambers, allowing the freeze dried material to be reconstituted. The reconstituted freeze-dried material can be administered from the same container to a recipient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2010
    Assignee: HemCon Medical Technologies
    Inventors: Simon J McCarthy, John W. Morgan, William D. Block
  • Article transfer and placement apparatus with active puck
    Patent number: 7770712
    Abstract: An apparatus for transferring articles such as absorbent cores or disposable diaper chassis components from a rotary mechanism, such as a pad turner, to a linear mechanism, such as a conveyor, for further processing. A puck on the apparatus is capable of manipulating the article during this transfer procedure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 10, 2010
    Assignee: Curt G. Joa, Inc.
    Inventor: John A. McCabe
  • Gastric acid secretion inhibiting composition
    Patent number: 7771747
    Abstract: An oral pharmaceutical dosage form comprises pharmacologically effective amounts of an acid-susceptible proton pump inhibitor and an H2 receptor antagonist in combination with at least on pharmacologically acceptable excipient which causes a delayed release and/or an extended release of the proton pump inhibitor. The H2 receptor antagonist is included in the dosage form in such a way that it is rapidly released after administration. This dosage form is suitable for the treatment of conditions associated with an excessive secretion of gastric acid and provides a suitable combination of a rapid onset and a long-lasting duration of the effect. The invention also relates to a method for manufacturing such a dosage form and to a method for the treatment of conditions associated with the secretion of gastric acid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 10, 2010
    Assignee: Orexo AB
    Inventors: Anders Pettersson, Christer Nyström, Yvonne Håkansson
  • Label printer and applicator
    Patent number: 7757739
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for printing and wrapping adhesive backed labels around elongate articles such as electrical wires, including a rotatable puck assembly having an interrupted circumferential surface defining an opening for receiving an elongate object to be labeled and wing members for applying said label during rotation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 18, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 20, 2010
    Assignee: HellermannTyton Corporation
    Inventors: Todd Fries, Edward P. Dyer, William K. Lueschen
  • Flush mount connector clip
    Patent number: 7753320
    Abstract: Disclosed is an improved mounting assembly for securely supporting elongated items against a surface. The assembly includes a device to attach at least one elongate object to the mount, a spring section, and a mount section. The mount section is in the form of a rectangular fir tree mount. The rectangular fir tree mount has a tapered tip and a generally rectangular shape. The center segment of the rectangular fir tree mount includes a number of curved branches. The spring section includes flexible springs extending downwardly from the mount. The flexible springs provide tension and resistance when the mount is inserted into a supporting surface. The flexible springs and the branches allow the rectangular fir tree mount to be utilized on panels of varying thicknesses.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 13, 2010
    Assignee: HellermannTyton Corporation
    Inventors: Gerard G. Geiger, Scott J. Adams
  • Harness clamp tie
    Patent number: 7753321
    Abstract: A harness clamp tie includes a locking head and a flexible strap extending outwardly from the locking head. The strap is insertable through the locking head to form a loop that can be used at least one item. A pawl in the locking head secures the strap. Nonslip rails formed along the outer edge of the strap face and clamping rails formed on the locking head aid in securing small items. Conic friction points are formed on both sides of the strap surface to provide a mechanical grip for pulling the strap through the locking head. A mounting fastener extends from the locking head in the opposite direction. The fastener secures the tie to a mounting structure such as an aperture in a panel. The fastener includes a pair of flexible winged springs which help to stabilize the tie and hold the tie perpendicular to the panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2008
    Date of Patent: July 13, 2010
    Assignee: HellermannTyton Corporation
    Inventor: Gerard G. Geiger
  • Fluid cartridge caddy
    Patent number: D621608
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2010
    Inventor: Todd J. Phillips
  • Bottle cap
    Patent number: D621705
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2010
    Assignees: Intermarket Enterprises, Inc., HTA International LLC
    Inventor: Kyle Breckan
  • Bottle cap
    Patent number: D621706
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2010
    Assignees: Intermarket Enterprises, Inc., HTA International LLC
    Inventor: Kyle Breckan
  • Bottle cap
    Patent number: D621707
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2010
    Assignees: Intermarket Enterprises, Inc., HTA International LLC
    Inventor: Kyle Breckan
  • Adjustable golf tee
    Patent number: D623248
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 7, 2010
    Inventor: Richard L. C. Cheng
  • Foot spa
    Patent number: D623428
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 19, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 14, 2010
    Assignee: Continuum Footspas, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph J. Galati, Jr., John Meyerovich
  • Foot spa leg rest
    Patent number: D623448
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 19, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 14, 2010
    Assignee: Continuum Footspas, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph J. Galati, Jr., John Meyerovich