Patents by Inventor Bruce M. Sauter

Bruce M. Sauter 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: 6220278
    Abstract: A top mountable faucet for mounting on a sink or countertop having a wall with an opening, a supporting surface at one side, and a clamping surface at an opposite side. The faucet includes a base adapted to be positioned on the supporting surface. A body extends from the base, and includes a lip spaced from said base. An escutcheon surrounds the body and is interposed between the base and the lip. A clip is interposed between the escutcheon and lip to lock the escutcheon over said base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 24, 2001
    Assignee: Kohler Co.
    Inventors: Bruce M. Sauter, Michael T. Seum
  • Patent number: 5867846
    Abstract: A lightweight, low cost shower door assembly for enclosing a tub or shower enclosure having sides and a base. It includes an upper support member adapted to be positioned against opposing sides of the enclosure and a lower support member adapted to be positioned against the base of the enclosure. A door in the assembly includes a flexible rod connecting first and second frame members. The first frame member is connected to the upper and lower support members and positioned for movement about a vertical axis. The flexible rod is bowed to apply an upward force on the second frame member in order to maintain it in releasable connection with the upper support member. In use, a section of replaceable fabric or vinyl extends across the frame members in order to provide a water barrier for the door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 1997
    Date of Patent: February 9, 1999
    Assignee: Kohler Co.
    Inventors: Raul M. Paredes, Frank T. Poggio, Bruce M. Sauter, Dana F. Buccicone
  • Patent number: 5634219
    Abstract: A lightweight, low cost shower door assembly for enclosing a tub or shower enclosure having sides and a base. It includes an upper support member adapted to be positioned against opposing sides of the enclosure and a lower support member adapted to be positioned against the base of the enclosure. A door in the assembly includes a flexible rod connecting first and second frame members. The first frame member is connected to the upper and lower support members and positioned for movement about a vertical axis. The flexible rod is bowed to apply an upward force on the second frame member in order to maintain it in releasable connection with the upper support member. In use, a section of replaceable fabric or vinyl extends across the frame members in order to provide a water barrier for the door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 1995
    Date of Patent: June 3, 1997
    Assignee: Sterling Plumbing Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Raul M. Paredes, Frank T. Poggio, Bruce M. Sauter, Dana F. Buccicone
  • Patent number: 5465749
    Abstract: A top mounted valve assembly having a block member with a hinged arm which is fitted through from the top of a supporting surface and actuated by a threaded actuating member. As the actuating member is turned in one direction, the hinged arm engages the underside of the supporting surface. To disengage the faucet, the actuating member is turned in the opposite direction which permits removal. Both single and dual handle faucets can be top mounted by the mounting assembly disclosed herein. An aesthetically appearing faucet results wherein the actuating mechanism is hidden.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 1994
    Date of Patent: November 14, 1995
    Assignee: Sterling Plumbing Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce M. Sauter, Kevin G. Short, Peter P. Beltemacchi
  • Patent number: D502850
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2005
    Assignee: ACCO Brands, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce M. Sauter, David W. Kirby, Robert C. Coon, Stephen J. Gaynes
  • Patent number: D502851
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2005
    Assignee: ACCO Brands, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce M. Sauter, David W. Kirby, Robert C. Coon, Stephen J. Gaynes
  • Patent number: D511283
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2005
    Assignee: ACCO Brands, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce M. Sauter, David W. Kirby, Robert C. Coon, Stephen J. Gaynes
  • Patent number: D511665
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2005
    Assignee: ACCO Brands, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce M. Sauter, David W. Kirby, Robert C. Coon, Stephen J. Gaynes
  • Patent number: D514904
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2006
    Assignee: ACCO Brands, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce M. Sauter, David W. Kirby, Robert C. Coon, Stephen J. Gaynes
  • Patent number: D530578
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2006
    Assignee: ACCO Brands USA LLC
    Inventors: Bruce M. Sauter, David W. Kirby, Robert C. Coon, Stephen J. Gaynes
  • Patent number: D531470
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2006
    Assignee: ACCO Brands USA LLC
    Inventors: David W. Kirby, Bikramjeet S. Sohi, Stephen J. Gaynes, Richard J. Page, Bruce M. Sauter, Robert C. Coon
  • Patent number: D543428
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2007
    Assignee: ACCO Brands USA LLC
    Inventors: David W. Kirby, Bikramjeet S. Sohi, Stephen J. Gaynes, Richard J. Page, Bruce M. Sauter, Robert C. Coon
  • Patent number: D331965
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 1990
    Date of Patent: December 22, 1992
    Assignee: Kohler Co.
    Inventors: Bruce M. Sauter, Raymond A. Dickson, Jr.
  • Patent number: D340506
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 1992
    Date of Patent: October 19, 1993
    Assignee: Sterling Plumbing Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce M. Sauter, Jackie J. Wolverton, Kevin G. Short
  • Patent number: D344786
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 1992
    Date of Patent: March 1, 1994
    Assignee: Sterling Plumbing Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin G. Short, Bruce M. Sauter
  • Patent number: D345782
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 1992
    Date of Patent: April 5, 1994
    Assignee: Sterling Plumbing Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin G. Short, Bruce M. Sauter
  • Patent number: D346205
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 1992
    Date of Patent: April 19, 1994
    Assignee: Sterling Plumbing Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce M. Sauter, Kevin G. Short
  • Patent number: D349153
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 1992
    Date of Patent: July 26, 1994
    Assignee: Sterling Plumbing Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce M. Sauter, Kevin G. Short
  • Patent number: D349330
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 1992
    Date of Patent: August 2, 1994
    Assignee: Sterling Plumbing Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce M. Sauter, Kevin G. Short
  • Patent number: D369855
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 1994
    Date of Patent: May 14, 1996
    Assignee: Sterling Plumbing Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Mary J. Reid, Bruce M. Sauter