Patents Assigned to DCI Marketing
  • Patent number: 6905039
    Abstract: Systems and methods for providing one or more utilities are disclosed. An apparatus for providing one or more utilities includes a first module, an interface coupled to the first module, and a mounting member coupled to the interface. The mounting member is configured to receive at least two interchangeable second modules.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2005
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary Michael Richter, Jeffrey Lee Ranney
  • Patent number: 6886699
    Abstract: Systems and methods for merchandising product. A merchandising system includes a base having a first set of interfaces and a second set of interfaces, a first divider having a first engagement portion, and a second divider having a second engagement portion. The first engagement portion releasably couples to one of the interfaces of the first set of interfaces and the second engagement portion releasably couples to one of the interfaces of the second set of interfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 3, 2005
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Allen E. Johnson, M. Scott Bryson, Gary Michael Richter, Terrence G. Berglund
  • Publication number: 20040222171
    Abstract: A merchandising and/or display system for displaying objects is disclosed. The merchandising system may include a base, an interface coupled to the base, and at least one support coupled to the interface. The at least one support is configured to be coupled to the interface at a first position to provide a first mounting arrangement and is configured to be coupled to the interface at a second position to provide a second mounting arrangement.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2004
    Publication date: November 11, 2004
    Applicant: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Allen E. Johnson
  • Patent number: 6749168
    Abstract: A merchandising and/or display system for displaying objects is disclosed. The display system for differently sized vehicles comprises a base, a first plate configured to be rotated relative to the base, members coupled to the first plate, a mounting plate comprising a number of slots and coupled to the members, and supports configured to be coupled to the mounting plate at locations along the slots. The supports are configured to be adjustable to accommodate differently sized vehicles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 15, 2004
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Allen E. Johnson
  • Publication number: 20040084392
    Abstract: A merchandising system is disclosed. The merchandising system provides for the presentation and storage of articles comprising a frame comprising a plurality of generally horizontal members configured for attachment of a holder and at least one frame member provided to rigidify the plurality of horizontal members so that the frame is resistant to deformation when the holder is attached to one or more of the plurality of horizontal members.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 10, 2003
    Publication date: May 6, 2004
    Applicant: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary M. Richter, M. Scott Bryson, Terrence G. Berglund
  • Publication number: 20040079715
    Abstract: A merchandising system is disclosed. The 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: Application
    Filed: September 5, 2003
    Publication date: April 29, 2004
    Applicant: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary M. Richter, M. Scott Bryson
  • Publication number: 20030160060
    Abstract: Systems and methods for merchandising products are disclosed. A merchandising system for containers of consumer product such as food stuffs, the containers each having a body and a feature, includes a base configured to be coupled to a structure with a non-invasive fastener, and a first retainer and a second retainer each selectively coupled to the base. Each retainer comprising a pair of opposed projections configured to retain the container duct. The pair of opposed projections forms an opening through which containers are received and retained by the pair or projections.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 14, 2003
    Publication date: August 28, 2003
    Applicant: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard P. Hornblad, James A. Wiemer
  • Publication number: 20030089722
    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: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2002
    Publication date: May 15, 2003
    Applicant: DCI Marketing, inc.
    Inventor: Carol S. Luedecke
  • Publication number: 20030085187
    Abstract: Systems and methods for merchandising product are disclosed. A merchandising system includes a a base having a first set of interfaces and a second set of interfaces, a first divider having a first engagement portion, and a second divider having a second engagement portion. The first engagement portion releasably couples to one of the interfaces of the first set of interfaces and the second engagement portion releasably couples to one of the interfaces of the second set of interfaces.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2002
    Publication date: May 8, 2003
    Applicant: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Allen E. Johnson, M. Scott Bryson, Gary Michael Richter, Terrence G. Berglund
  • Publication number: 20030082318
    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: Application
    Filed: December 27, 2001
    Publication date: May 1, 2003
    Applicant: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas E. Jacobs
  • Publication number: 20030076019
    Abstract: Systems and methods for providing one or more utilities are disclosed. An apparatus for providing one or more utilities includes a first module, an interface coupled to the first module, and a mounting member coupled to the interface. The mounting member is configured to receive at least two interchangeable second modules.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2002
    Publication date: April 24, 2003
    Applicant: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary Michael Richter, Jeffrey Lee Ranney
  • Publication number: 20030061959
    Abstract: A merchandising and/or display system for displaying objects such as vehicles is disclosed. The merchandising system may include a base and a member coupled to the base, configured to support the vehicle and to move between a first and second position. The first position is configured to allow placement of the vehicle on the member and the second position is configured to display the vehicle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 21, 2002
    Publication date: April 3, 2003
    Applicant: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Allen E. Johnson
  • Publication number: 20030057167
    Abstract: Systems and methods for merchandising product are disclosed. A merchandising system includes a base coupled to the frame configured to move between a first position and a second position. The merchandising system further includes a pusher assembly provided on the base configured to move between a first position and a second position. The merchandising system further includes a retainer assembly coupled to the pusher assembly. The retainer assembly is configured to restrict movement of the pusher assembly as the base is moved from the first position of the base to the second position of the base.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 19, 2002
    Publication date: March 27, 2003
    Applicant: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Allen E. Johnson, Thomas M. Matthews
  • Publication number: 20020170866
    Abstract: A system and method for providing a merchandising system is disclosed. 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: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2002
    Publication date: November 21, 2002
    Applicant: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventors: Allen E. Johnson, M. Scott Bryson
  • Patent number: D473076
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2003
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Allen E. Johnson
  • Patent number: D474923
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2003
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Allen E. Johnson
  • Patent number: D476170
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2003
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Allen E. Johnson
  • Patent number: D499453
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2003
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2004
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Richard Hornblad
  • Patent number: D499454
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2003
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2004
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Richard Hornblad
  • Patent number: D499768
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2003
    Date of Patent: December 14, 2004
    Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.
    Inventor: Richard Hornblad