Patents Assigned to Argent International, Inc.
  • Combination vehicle interior trim component and anti-shatter self-adhesive tape member to prevent fragmentation or shattering of the component during an air-bag deployment, and methods of making and using same
    Patent number: 10350862
    Abstract: A combination vehicle interior trim component and an anti-shatter self-adhesive tape member to prevent fragmentation or shattering of the component during an air-bag deployment in an interior of a vehicle, and methods of making and using the combination.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2019
    Assignee: ARGENT INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Inventor: Christopher S Autterson
  • Reclosable fastener riser/spacer, and methods of constructing and utilizing same
    Patent number: 7695057
    Abstract: A plastic spacer/riser to increase usable height of a reclosable fastening system, such as 3M™ Dual Lock™ or Velcro® hook and loop products. The spacer/riser is adapted to be held in place on an external substrate with hot-melt glues sonic welds, pressure-sensitive adhesives, acrylic foam tape, or screws.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 13, 2010
    Assignee: Argent International, Inc.
    Inventor: Christopher S. Autterson
  • Reclosable fastener riser/spacer, and methods of constructing and utilizing same
    Patent number: 7390057
    Abstract: A plastic spacer/riser to increase useable height of a reclosable fastening system, such as 3M™ Dual Lock™ or Velcro® hook and loop products. The spacer/riser is adapted to be held in place on an external substrate with hot-melt glue, sonic welds, pressure sensitive adhesives, or screws.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2008
    Assignee: Argent International, Inc.
    Inventor: Christopher S. Autterson
  • Methods of bonding metal surfaces, and components therefor
    Patent number: 7143895
    Abstract: A tray device that serves as a shipping tray and an assembly fixture to align a fabricated tape assembly in the bonding of steel locating hinge washers to a hinge assembly to facilitate doors-off/door-on processing through an automotive trim shop. The adhesive bonding system cures during the cathodic electro-cost primer bake cycle. The adhesive maintains an intimate, positive contact with both metal surfaces ensuring adequate bonding performance and maximized bonding surface area during a defined heat or bake cycle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2006
    Assignee: Argent International, Inc.
    Inventors: Christopher S. Autterson, John A. Haapala, Jeffery Perenic
  • RECLOSABLE FASTENER RISER/SPACER, AND METHODS OF CONSTRUCTING AND UTILIZING SAME
    Publication number: 20060078370
    Abstract: A plastic spacer/riser to increase useable height of a reclosable fastening system, such as 3M™ Dual Lock™ or Velcro® hook and loop products. The spacer/riser is adapted to be held in place on an external substrate with hot-melt glue, sonic welds, pressure sensitive adhesives, or screws.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2005
    Publication date: April 13, 2006
    Applicant: ARGENT INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Inventor: CHRISTOPHER AUTTERSON
  • Locating door hinge washer device for hinge assembly
    Patent number: 6669428
    Abstract: The bonding of steel locating hinge washers to a hinge assembly to facilitate doors-off/door-on processing through an automotive trim shop. The adhesive bonding system cures during the cathodic electro-cost primer bake cycle. The adhesive maintains an intimate, positive contact with both metal surfaces ensuring adequate bonding performance and maximized bonding surface area during a defined heat or bake cycle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2003
    Assignee: Argent International, Inc.
    Inventors: Christopher S. Autterson, John A. Haapala, Jeffery Perenic