Patents by Inventor Allen E. Johnson
Allen E. Johnson 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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Patent number: 9292403Abstract: Mechanisms are provided for a graphical user interface tool for system-wide topology and performance monitoring with per-partition views. A graphical user interface application presents a consolidated view of physical and logical information based on the received performance data. The mechanisms provide real-time performance and utilization information in a visual format relative to the physical components in a topographical layout. The user may drill down to lower levels to view more detailed performance and utilization information.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2011Date of Patent: March 22, 2016Assignee: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: William A. Bostic, Randall R. Heisch, Venkat R. Indukuru, Allen E. Johnson, Jesse L. Sathre, Philip L. Vitale
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Patent number: 7681744Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: May 21, 2004Date of Patent: March 23, 2010Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.Inventor: Allen E. Johnson
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Publication number: 20080314852Abstract: A merchandising system for articles comprising a first divider providing a sidewall and a generally longitudinal member along the sidewall and a second divider providing a sidewall and a generally longitudinal member along the sidewall. The first divider is coupled to the second divider to form a compartment for the articles between the sidewall of the first compartment and the sidewall of the second compartment. The compartment has a front and a back. A support for the articles is provided within the compartment between the sidewall of the first divider and the sidewall of the second divider from adjacent the front of the compartment to adjacent the back of the compartment by the member on the first divider and the member on the second divider.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2007Publication date: December 25, 2008Inventors: GARY M. RICHTER, ALLEN E. JOHNSON, M. SCOTT BRYSON, DANIEL J. SHIFFER, TERRENCE G. BERGLUND
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Publication number: 20080179267Abstract: A grid wall display system and grid wall brackets for use therein, the grid wall brackets configured to removably secure to adjacent vertical supports and to securely retain a grid wall panel therebetween, without requiring permanent attachment or hardware to secure the grid wall panel to the bracket or the bracket to the vertical supports. The grid bracket includes a first rearwardly extending attachment tab including an upward projection and a downward projection, each projection designed to allow the bracket to fit within or clear the slots of the slotted vertical support when pivoted or tipped at an angle with respect to the position of the vertical support, but also to prevent removal or slippage of the bracket when the grid wall itself is installed or repositioned thereon.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2007Publication date: July 31, 2008Inventor: Allen E. Johnson
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Publication number: 20080179474Abstract: A product hanger for use in a grid wall display system, the product hanger configured to removably secure to the horizontal members of a grid wall display panel. The product hanger includes a forwardly extending peg for retaining products thereon and an attachment hook, the attachment hook including a top portion configured to engage a horizontal member of the grid wall panel, and a bottom portion including a forwardly facing open arm configured to snap fit on to another horizontal member of the grid panel.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2007Publication date: July 31, 2008Inventor: Allen E. Johnson
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Publication number: 20080164229Abstract: A merchandising system for articles comprising a first divider providing a sidewall and a generally longitudinal member along the sidewall and a second divider providing a sidewall and a generally longitudinal member along the sidewall. The first divider is coupled to the second divider to form a compartment for the articles between the sidewall of the first compartment and the sidewall of the second compartment. The compartment has a front and a back. A support for the articles is provided within the compartment between the sidewall of the first divider and the sidewall of the second divider from adjacent the front of the compartment to adjacent the back of the compartment by the member on the first divider and the member on the second divider.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2007Publication date: July 10, 2008Inventors: Gary M. Richter, Allen E. Johnson, M. Scott Bryson, Daniel J. Schiffer, Terrence G. Berglund
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Publication number: 20080156752Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: July 14, 2005Publication date: July 3, 2008Applicant: DCI Marketing, Inc.Inventors: M. Scott Bryson, Gary M. Richter, Terrence G. Bgerglund, Allen E. Johnson
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Publication number: 20080156751Abstract: A merchandising system for articles comprising a first divider providing a sidewall and a generally longitudinal member along the sidewall and a second divider providing a sidewall and a generally longitudinal member along the sidewall. The first divider is coupled to the second divider to form a compartment for the articles between the sidewall of the first compartment and the sidewall of the second compartment. The compartment has a front and a back. A support for the articles is provided within the compartment between the sidewall of the first divider and the sidewall of the second divider from adjacent the front of the compartment to adjacent the back of the compartment by the member on the first divider and the member on the second divider.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 2, 2008Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventors: Gary M. Richter, Allen E. Johnson, M.Scott Bryson, Daniel J. Schiffer, Terrence G. Berglund
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Patent number: 7195123Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: August 16, 2006Date of Patent: March 27, 2007Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.Inventors: James P. Roslof, Allen E. Johnson
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Patent number: 7124898Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: November 23, 2004Date of Patent: October 24, 2006Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.Inventors: Gary M. Richter, Allen E. Johnson, M. Scott Bryson, Daniel J. Schiffer, Terrence G. Berglund
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Patent number: 7028852Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: April 25, 2002Date of Patent: April 18, 2006Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.Inventors: Allen E. Johnson, M. Scott Bryson
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Patent number: 6886699Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: October 15, 2002Date of Patent: May 3, 2005Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.Inventors: Allen E. Johnson, M. Scott Bryson, Gary Michael Richter, Terrence G. Berglund
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Publication number: 20040222171Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: March 4, 2004Publication date: November 11, 2004Applicant: DCI Marketing, Inc.Inventor: Allen E. Johnson
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Patent number: 6749168Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: May 22, 2002Date of Patent: June 15, 2004Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.Inventor: Allen E. Johnson
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Publication number: 20030234228Abstract: A merchandising system for presenting and storing products includes a first compartment to receive at least one product in a vertical orientation, and a second compartment provided below the first compartment. The second compartment includes a first portion to receive at least one product in a vertical orientation and a second portion to receive at least one product only in a horizontal orientation.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 22, 2003Publication date: December 25, 2003Inventor: Allen E. Johnson
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Publication number: 20030217980Abstract: A merchandising system for storing and displaying at least a first sized product and a second sized product includes a center member, a first member adjustably coupled on a first side of the center member and configured to be adjusted between at least a first position and a second position, and a second member adjustably coupled on a second side of the center member and configured to be adjusted between at least a first position and a second position. The products are configured to be received between the first member and the second member.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 13, 2003Publication date: November 27, 2003Inventors: Allen E. Johnson, Terrence G. Berglund
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Patent number: D520776Type: GrantFiled: October 6, 2004Date of Patent: May 16, 2006Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.Inventors: Gary M. Richter, Allen E. Johnson, Terrence G. Berglund
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Patent number: D476170Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 2002Date of Patent: June 24, 2003Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.Inventor: Allen E. Johnson
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Patent number: D556031Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2007Date of Patent: November 27, 2007Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.Inventor: Allen E. Johnson
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Patent number: D564865Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2007Date of Patent: March 25, 2008Assignee: DCI Marketing, Inc.Inventor: Allen E. Johnson