Patents by Inventor Alma Jessop

Alma Jessop 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).

  • Patent number: 11933057
    Abstract: A tie system can include a concrete tie, a tie sleeve, and one or more tie sleeve connectors. The tie sleeve has a channel extending therethrough between first and second ends with openings at each end to provide access to the channel. The channel and openings are configured to have the concrete tie disposed partially within the channel with ends of the tie extending out of the openings. The tie sleeve connector has a generally T-shape formed by a first portion and a second portion. The first portion can be selectively inserted into and secured within the channel. The second portion extends from the first portion and is configured to be connected to another component such as an insulation panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 2022
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2024
    Assignee: ICF Building Systems LLC
    Inventor: Alma Jessop
  • Publication number: 20230407636
    Abstract: A concrete form system includes a concrete form and a rebar tree. The concrete form includes at least one support column disposed at a lower portion of the concrete form and first and second connection branches disposed at an upper portion or the concrete form. The first and second connection branches are configured to be connected to second and first connection branches, respectively, of another concrete form. The first and second connection branches at least partially form one or more channels therebetween. The rebar tree includes a rebar mounting assembly configured to hold one or more pieces of rebar in one or more desired positions. The rebar mounting assembly is configured to be disposed within at least one of the one or more channels at least partially formed by the first and second connection branches.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 16, 2022
    Publication date: December 21, 2023
    Inventor: Alma Jessop
  • Publication number: 20230392396
    Abstract: A tie system can include a concrete tie, a tie sleeve, and one or more tie sleeve connectors. The tie sleeve has a channel extending therethrough between first and second ends with openings at each end to provide access to the channel. The channel and openings are configured to have the concrete tie disposed partially within the channel with ends of the tie extending out of the openings. The tie sleeve connector has a generally T-shape formed by a first portion and a second portion. The first portion can be selectively inserted into and secured within the channel. The second portion extends from the first portion and is configured to be connected to another component such as an insulation panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2022
    Publication date: December 7, 2023
    Inventor: Alma Jessop
  • Publication number: 20080142678
    Abstract: A system for holding poured concrete in a desired shape until it sets is disclosed. The system can include a plurality of forms having two opposing end sections. Each of the end sections has an end bracket attached to it. A plurality of footing stakes may be used to connect the end brackets together such that the forms maintain the desired shape. At least one whaler bracket may be secured to a top of the forms to maintain the spacing between them. A skin panel can be used to bridge gaps between forms. Bulkhead brackets can be attached to the ends or centers of the forms and secured to allow end walls to be created where desired. Vertical footing panels can also be used to pour concrete onto adjoining inclined surfaces.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 19, 2008
    Publication date: June 19, 2008
    Inventors: L. Alma Jessop, Derrel L. Spencer
  • Patent number: 7331560
    Abstract: A system for holding poured concrete in a desired shape until it sets is disclosed. The system can include a plurality of forms having two opposing end sections. Each of the end sections has an end bracket attached to it. A plurality of footing stakes are used to connect the end brackets together such that the forms maintain the desired shape. At least one whaler bracket is secured to a top of the forms to maintain the spacing between them. A skin panel can be used to bridge gaps between forms. Bulkhead brackets can be attached to the ends of the forms and secured to allow end walls to be created where desired. Vertical footing panels can also be used to pour concrete onto adjoining inclined surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2008
    Assignee: Cactus Holdings, LLC
    Inventors: L. Alma Jessop, Derrel L. Spencer
  • Patent number: 7290749
    Abstract: A system for holding poured concrete in a desired shape until it sets is disclosed. The system can include a plurality of forms having two opposing end sections. Each of the end sections has an end bracket attached to it. A plurality of footing stakes are used to connect the end brackets together such that the forms maintain the desired shape. At least one whaler bracket is secured to a top of the forms to maintain the spacing between them. A skin panel can be used to bridge gaps between forms. Bulkhead brackets can be attached to the ends of the forms and secured to allow end walls to be created where desired. Vertical footing panels can also be used to pour concrete onto adjoining inclined surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2007
    Assignee: Cactus Holdings, LLC
    Inventors: L. Alma Jessop, Derrel L. Spencer