Patents by Inventor Alan Fontaine
Alan Fontaine has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Publication number: 20240033770Abstract: A method for forming a coated material. The method can comprise heating a coating material to a temperature within an operating window and moving the coating material through a heated hose to a slot die having a die outlet. The method further can include outputting the coating material from the slot die through the die outlet and conveying a web of material past the die outlet of the slot die to apply the coating material from the die outlet along at least a portion of a surface of the web of material as the web of material moves past the die outlet.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 26, 2023Publication date: February 1, 2024Inventors: Phillip Kenzlo, Alan Fontaine, Jeffrey T. Sloat
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Patent number: 10687662Abstract: A construct for heating a food product or other item is disclosed. The construct includes at least one wall that at least partially defines an interior of the construct, and which includes a susceptor structure. The susceptor structure includes a carrier layer, a reinforcing layer that includes a fibrous material, a susceptor disposed between the carrier layer and the reinforcing layer, and a support secured to the reinforcing layer.Type: GrantFiled: December 30, 2016Date of Patent: June 23, 2020Assignee: Graphic Packaging International, LLCInventors: Fermin P. Resurreccion, Jr., Alan Fontaine
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Patent number: 10131482Abstract: A packaging material includes an antimicrobial agent adhered to a substrate. The antimicrobial agent can include copper, and the packaging material can include cellulose. The substrate can be paperboard, and the copper can be a copper salt, such as copper sulfate. The packaging material may be provided by causing adherence between the substrate and the antimicrobial agent, such as by coating the substrate with the antimicrobial agent. Then, the packaging material may be cut into sheets. The sheets may be formed into cartons or other suitable packages.Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 2014Date of Patent: November 20, 2018Assignee: Graphic Packaging International, LLCInventors: Samuel F. Keller, Alan Fontaine
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Publication number: 20180312314Abstract: A method for forming a packaging material. The method can comprise moving a web of material in a downstream direction. The web can comprise fibrous material. The method further can comprise applying a moisturizing liquid to the web to at least partially wet the fibrous material. The applying the moisturizing liquid to the web can comprise receiving the web in a moisturizing station comprising at least, a drive roller and a transfer roller. The receiving the web in the moisturizing station can comprise moving the web between the drive roller and the transfer roller, and the applying the moisturizing liquid to the web can comprise engaging a face of the fibrous material with the moisturizing liquid on the transfer roller. The method further can comprise forming a film on the web, which can comprise applying a film-forming liquid to the web.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2018Publication date: November 1, 2018Inventors: Ryan Portrey, Alan Fontaine
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Publication number: 20170188751Abstract: A construct for heating a food product or other item is disclosed. The construct includes at least one wall that at least partially defines an interior of the construct, and which includes a susceptor structure. The susceptor structure includes a carrier layer, a reinforcing layer that includes a fibrous material, a susceptor disposed between the carrier layer and the reinforcing layer, and a support secured to the reinforcing layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 30, 2016Publication date: July 6, 2017Inventors: Fermin P. Resurreccion, JR., Alan Fontaine
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Patent number: 9544001Abstract: A system, method and a computer program product for performing the method are provided. The system includes a communication device installed in a vehicle, wherein the communication device is configured to receive a wireless network broadcast message including target criteria other than a network identifier, and output the broadcast message to a user if the communication device satisfies the target criteria. The method includes determining a current location of a first mobile communication device, and the first device sending a message containing target criteria associated with a target vehicle over a wireless data network, wherein the target criteria does not include a network identifier. The method further includes broadcasting the message containing the target criteria over a geographically-specific area including the current location of the first mobile communication device, wherein only a second mobile communication device satisfying the target criteria will receive and display the message.Type: GrantFiled: November 16, 2015Date of Patent: January 10, 2017Assignee: Lenovo Enterprise Solutions (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.Inventors: Alfredo Aldereguia, Alan Fontaine, John Langgood, Carol Machuca, Joseph E. Maxwell, James J. Parsonese
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Patent number: 9511894Abstract: A carton having an opening feature. The carton may include a plurality of panels that extends at least partially around an interior of the carton. The plurality of panels may include a top panel, a bottom panel, a first side panel, and a second side panel. The carton may further include a dispenser having a dispenser panel that is at least partially defined by a tear line having a perforation pattern. The perforation pattern may have at least one cut having a central portion, a first distal portion extending from the central portion, and a second distal portion extending from the central portion.Type: GrantFiled: January 15, 2015Date of Patent: December 6, 2016Assignee: Graphic Packaging International, Inc.Inventors: Weston R. Wilson, Alan Fontaine, Kelly R. Fitzwater
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Publication number: 20150197383Abstract: A carton having an opening feature. The carton may include a plurality of panels that extends at least partially around an interior of the carton. The plurality of panels may include a top panel, a bottom panel, a first side panel, and a second side panel. The carton may further include a dispenser having a dispenser panel that is at least partially defined by a tear line having a perforation pattern. The perforation pattern may have at least one cut having a central portion, a first distal portion extending from the central portion, and a second distal portion extending from the central portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 15, 2015Publication date: July 16, 2015Inventors: Weston R. Wilson, Alan Fontaine, Kelly R. Fitzwater
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Publication number: 20150024094Abstract: A packaging material includes an antimicrobial agent adhered to a substrate. The antimicrobial agent can include copper, and the packaging material can include cellulose. The substrate can be paperboard, and the copper can be a copper salt, such as copper sulfate. The packaging material may be provided by causing adherence between the substrate and the antimicrobial agent, such as by coating the substrate with the antimicrobial agent. Then, the packaging material may be cut into sheets. The sheets may be formed into cartons or other suitable packages.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2014Publication date: January 22, 2015Inventors: Samuel F. Keller, Alan Fontaine
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Patent number: 8220701Abstract: A carton, package, or container formed from a blank and that include a film or other moisture resistant lining applied thereto are described. The film is adhered to the inside panels of the carton, package, or container. The carton, package, or container are capable of receiving a lid and contents therein when formed. The cartons, packages, and containers include reclosable features and may be sealed against moisture and other environmental factors.Type: GrantFiled: February 4, 2010Date of Patent: July 17, 2012Assignee: Graphic Packaging International, Inc.Inventors: Alan Fontaine, Norman L. Jesch, Kelly R. Fitzwater
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Publication number: 20100193575Abstract: A carton, package, or container formed from a blank and that include a film or other moisture resistant lining applied thereto are described. The film is adhered to the inside panels of the carton, package, or container. The carton, package, or container are capable of receiving a lid and contents therein when formed. The cartons, packages, and containers include reclosable features and may be sealed against moisture and other environmental factors.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 4, 2010Publication date: August 5, 2010Inventors: Alan Fontaine, Norman L. Jesch, Kelly R. Fitzwater
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Patent number: 6105857Abstract: A carton having one or more closure flaps with a delaminating window formed by lines which are not substantially straight in a direction parallel to the fold line separating the flap from the panel of the carton. Preferably, the delaminating window is formed from an undulating curve. The lack of straight lines tends to minimize the risk that bending will occur and interfere with the sealing of the carton. The invention also includes a process of sealing the cartons by adhering the delaminating window to another flap.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 1998Date of Patent: August 22, 2000Assignee: Lever Brothers Company, Division of Conopco, Inc.Inventors: Kevin Joseph Markey, Ronald Milio, Alan Fontaine
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Patent number: 5988494Abstract: A gable top for a carton formed from a carton blank having an outer layer bonded to an intermediate layer by a first strength and an inner layer bonded to the intermediate layer by a second strength less than by a first strength and wherein the intermediate layer is of an esthetically pleasing color and formed into a gable top by sealing together facing portions of the inner layer so that when the gable top is separated to form a pour spout the inner surface of the pour spout will be aesthetically pleasing.Type: GrantFiled: October 1, 1998Date of Patent: November 23, 1999Assignee: Graphic Packaging CorporationInventor: Alan Fontaine