Patents by Inventor Eric John Vollmer

Eric John Vollmer 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: 6857526
    Abstract: A toothbrush holder comprising a polymer resin base and at least one pair of tapered receiving leads. The receiving leads are angled slightly upward in relation to the base, the toothbrush holder having an adhesive attachment strip on a backside thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 22, 2005
    Inventor: Eric John Vollmer
  • Publication number: 20030024890
    Abstract: A toothbrush holder that can hold many different styles of toothbrushes in a sanitary manner. A toothbrush holder consisting of at least one (11) V-shaped aperture comprised of (9) leads that flex to hold a toothbrush securely at the neck portion of the toothbrush. The conical shaped (9) receiving-leads angle upward slightly and have a (8) flat inner contact surface that engages with the neck portion of the toothbrush. The design is such that the toothbrush can be easily retrieved and reapplied back to the holder by contact with the handle portion of the toothbrush solely. The contoured design and high polished surface finish enables easy cleaning as well as a deterrent to bacteria. The design of the invention is such that it can be mounted to any vertical surface that accommodates the length of a toothbrush. The ability to depress the toothbrush into the aperture of the invention holds it secure from dislodgment due to vibration or accidental contact.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2001
    Publication date: February 6, 2003
    Inventor: Eric John Vollmer