Patents Assigned to DCI Marketing, Inc.
  • Patent number: 7481663
    Abstract: Display systems and a power clamp for use therein, the power clamp configured to releasably connect an illuminated graphics panel to a power source, are disclosed. The power clamp includes an actuating member, a biasing mechanism, a connector housing for retaining connector and a power ribbon or cable, the power clamp providing a safe and efficient method of temporarily securing and removably releasing a flexible printed circuit or illuminated graphics panel into a display system without requiring hard wiring of the panel to the display system, the printed circuit board or power source.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2009
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Frederick L. Kottke, Richard P. Homblad
  • Publication number: 20080156752
    Abstract: A merchandising system may comprise a first base comprising a horizontal surface and at least one vertical panel and a member configured to couple the merchandising system to a shelf system. The member may be configured to be provided in a first position where the member engages the shelf system and the member may be configured to be provided in a second position where the member is in a stowed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2005
    Publication date: July 3, 2008
    Applicant: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: M. Scott Bryson, Gary M. Richter, Terrence G. Bgerglund, Allen E. Johnson
  • Patent number: 7373747
    Abstract: A display system comprising a base comprising a magnetic surface and a graphic sheet comprising a substrate having a front surface and a rear surface, wherein a treatment is provided on the front surface and the rear surface. The treatment provided on the front surface comprises a graphic image and a film. The treatment provided on the rear surface comprises a magnetically receptive material comprising an ultra-violet curable compound. The magnetic surface of the base is configured to releasably attach through magnetic attraction to the magnetically receptive material of the graphic sheet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2008
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: James A. Wiemer, Richard P. Hornblad
  • Patent number: 7318745
    Abstract: Display systems and a power clamp for use therein, the power clamp configured to releasably connect an illuminated graphics panel to a power source, are disclosed. The power clamp includes an actuating member, a biasing mechanism, a connector housing for retaining connector and a power ribbon or cable, the power clamp providing a safe and efficient method of temporarily securing and removably releasing a flexible printed circuit or illuminated graphics panel into a display system without requiring hard wiring of the panel to the display system, the printed circuit board or power source.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 28, 2006
    Date of Patent: January 15, 2008
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Fredrick L. Kottke, Richard P. Homblad
  • Publication number: 20070170133
    Abstract: A merchandising system for articles comprising a base, a member coupled to the base having a front and a rear and configured to suspend the articles, and a pusher that advances along the member so that articles are advanced from the rear to the front of the member. The member is positioned substantially above the pusher as the articles are advanced along the member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2004
    Publication date: July 26, 2007
    Applicant: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: M. Bryson, Allen Johnson
  • Publication number: 20070170127
    Abstract: A merchandising system for articles comprising a base comprising an upper surface having a plurality of ribs, an underside having a plurality of supports formed integrally with the underside of the base, and a first side and a second side. The merchandising system comprises a frame coupled to the base and configured to couple with a shelving system for supporting the base in a substantially horizontal configuration, a first guide and a second guide coupled to the base for supporting articles, and an assembly for advancing the articles that is coupled to the base and provides force on the articles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2004
    Publication date: July 26, 2007
    Applicant: DCI Marketing, Inc., a Wisconsin Corporation
    Inventor: Allen Johnson
  • Patent number: 7195123
    Abstract: A merchandising system is disclosed. The merchandising system provides for the presentation and storage of products contained in product cases comprising a base having a front end and a back end, the base being configured to support the products. In addition, the merchandising system comprises an assembly for advancing the products from the back end to the front end, and a frame that engages a successive product unit to be presented for display.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 16, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2007
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: James P. Roslof, Allen E. Johnson
  • Patent number: 7168579
    Abstract: A merchandising system provides for the presentation and storage of articles comprising a base having a front and a back, the base being configured to support the articles and defining a first space for containing the articles. In addition, the merchandising system comprises an assembly for advancing the articles toward the front of the base, wherein the assembly comprises a member configured to extend beyond the base to create a second space for containing the articles in addition to the first space.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2007
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary M. Richter, M. Scott Bryson
  • Patent number: 7124898
    Abstract: A merchandising system for articles comprising a connector, a first divider coupled to the connector, and a second divider coupled to the connector wherein a compartment of a first size is provided when the first divider is coupled to a portion of the connector and the second divider is coupled to a portion of the connector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2006
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary M. Richter, Allen E. Johnson, M. Scott Bryson, Daniel J. Schiffer, Terrence G. Berglund
  • Patent number: 7032766
    Abstract: A receptacle is disclosed. The receptacle includes a lower portion, an upper portion, and a passage provided in the upper portion in communication with the lower portion. An end is provided above the passage providing a closed section. An aperture provided in a side of the end.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2006
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: John E. Luedecke, Carol S. Luedecke
  • Patent number: 7028852
    Abstract: A system and method for providing a merchandising system. The merchandising system includes a first divider, a second divider, and a third divider. The merchandising system further includes a first connector and a second connector. The first connector couples the first divider and the second divider. The first connector provides for selective size adjustability between the first divider and the second divider. The second connector couples the second divider and the third divider. The second connector provides for selective size adjustability between the second divider and the third divider. The connector may be provided in a variety of configurations, including teeth configured to engage with the divider. The connector may alternatively include a flexible member configured to engage and disengage with the divider.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 18, 2006
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Allen E. Johnson, M. Scott Bryson
  • Patent number: 6986918
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an article for association with a motor vehicle. The article may include a base, and a plurality of inserts received in the base. Each insert has at least two characteristics. The at least two characteristics of each insert causes the plurality of inserts to form a substantially unique article profile.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2001
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2006
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas E. Jacobs
  • Patent number: 6971538
    Abstract: A collection device for the collection and disposal of cigarette butts, cigar butts, and other small combustible debris found in and around smoking areas. The collection device includes a body member within which is defined a receptacle chamber and a funnel-shaped throat passage communicating with the receptacle chamber. The body member has an attached throat passage extension that has side portals which communicate with the throat passage. As debris is received through the side portal, it is directed along the throat passage and into the receptacle chamber for collection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2005
    Assignee: DCI Marketing Inc.
    Inventors: John E. Luedecke, John E. Patneaude, John E. Luedecke, Dill Beaty, Carol Luedecke
  • Patent number: D520776
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2006
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary M. Richter, Allen E. Johnson, Terrence G. Berglund
  • Patent number: D531777
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2006
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Gary M. Richter
  • Patent number: D556031
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2007
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Allen E. Johnson
  • Patent number: D556965
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2007
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Gary M. Richter
  • Patent number: D558414
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2007
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Gary M. Richter
  • Patent number: D564865
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2008
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Allen E. Johnson
  • Patent number: D585335
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2009
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Dave Henke, Mike Verhaalen, Jan Pergande