Patents Assigned to Pelstar, L.L.C.
  • Downloadable digital rate calculating scale
    Patent number: 6960730
    Abstract: A downloadable postage rate calculating device including a platform for receiving a parcel and providing a weight for the parcel, and a processor configured to receive current rates information downloaded from a computer or other similar device. The processor calculates a postage amount for the parcel based on at least a portion of the current rates information and the weight of the parcel. The processor can also compare the postage amount for a first carrier and shipping method, with that of a second carrier and shipping method, or between two shipping methods offered by the same carrier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2003
    Date of Patent: November 1, 2005
    Assignee: Pelstar, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Matthew Lawler, Paul Nizzere, Dennis Leonard, Christopher Chudek, John B. Salzman, Jacqueline M. Vossler, Prathip Govindan, Arpita Gillis, Dung Cao, Hiep Nguyen, Thai Ha, Trung Le, Ngoc Do
  • Beam scale with user friendly features
    Patent number: 6919517
    Abstract: A beam scale for measurement of body weight and height according to the present invention includes a frame and a weighing mechanism. The frame includes a base assembly, a pillar assembly, and a horn assembly. The weighing mechanism is housed within the frame and includes a beam, weights, and a lever assembly. The horn assembly may include a transparent holding bracket having a level indicator. The scale may include a height measurement assembly having a height rod, a sheath supported by the horn assembly and the pillar assembly, a measuring arm, and a transparent height-measuring window having a line indicator. The frame may include a quick assembly mechanism to secure the pillar assembly to the base assembly during final assembly, quiet wheels for transport, and/or handle bars to support the user. Much of the frame may be made of pigmented thermoplastic or thermoset materials to reduce manufacturing costs and scale weight.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2005
    Assignee: Pelstar, L.L.C.
    Inventors: James G. Montagnino, Anson Wong, Ricardo Murguia, Shawn Barrett, Curtis L. Cruver, IV
  • Beam scale with user friendly features
    Patent number: 6646209
    Abstract: A beam scale for measurement of body weight and height according to the present invention includes a frame and a weighing mechanism. The frame includes a base assembly, a pillar assembly, and a horn assembly. The weighing mechanism is housed within the frame and includes a beam, weights, and a lever assembly. The horn assembly may include a transparent holding bracket having a level indicator. The scale may include a height measurement assembly having a height rod, a sheath supported by the horn assembly and the pillar assembly, a measuring arm, and a transparent height-measuring window having a line indicator. The frame may include a quick assembly mechanism to secure the pillar assembly to the base assembly during final assembly, quiet wheels for transport, and/or handle bars to support the user. Much of the frame may be made of pigmented thermoplastic or thermoset materials to reduce manufacturing costs and scale weight.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2003
    Assignee: Pelstar, L.L.C.
    Inventors: James G. Montagnino, Anson Wong, Ricardo Murguia, Shawn Barrett, Curtis L. Cruver, IV
  • Digital rate calculating postage scale
    Patent number: D507199
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2005
    Assignee: Pelstar, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Matthew Lawler, Paul Nizzere, John B. Salzman, Jacqueline M. Vossler
  • Keypad for a digital rate calculating postage scale
    Patent number: D490735
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2003
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2004
    Assignee: Pelstar, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Matthew Lawler, Paul Nizzere, John B. Salzman, Jacqueline M. Vossler
  • Digital rate calculating postage scale
    Patent number: D497560
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2003
    Date of Patent: October 26, 2004
    Assignee: Pelstar, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Matthew Lawler, Paul Nizzere, John B. Salzman, Jacqueline M. Vossler