Patents by Inventor Evan Michael Ziolkowski

Evan Michael Ziolkowski 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: 11267633
    Abstract: A multi-layer film and a film package made from the film are described herein that provide resealing capabilities by utilizing a tacky layer within the multi-layer film. The multi-layer film can include an outer film portion including the embedded tacky layer and an inner film portion. An opening feature formed in the multi-layer film includes a flap configured to be manipulated by a user to create an opening through the multi-layer film. The inner film portion can include a release layer configured specifically to interact with the tacky layer to provide a desired separation peel force and resealing functionalities. The outer film portion can include an outer film layer disposed on an opposite side of the tacky layer from the release layer that is configured to permanently adhere to the tacky layer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2022
    Assignee: Intercontinental Great Brands LLC
    Inventors: Stuart Mackintosh Blyth, Ronald H. Exner, Louis Peter Fenech, III, Ying (Lora) Liang, Jeffrey T. Weber, Paul A. Zerfas, Evan Michael Ziolkowski
  • Publication number: 20190329954
    Abstract: A multi-layer film and a film package made from the film are described herein that provide resealing capabilities by utilizing a tacky layer within the multi-layer film. The multi-layer film can include an outer film portion including the embedded tacky layer and an inner film portion. An opening feature formed in the multi-layer film includes a flap configured to be manipulated by a user to create an opening through the multi-layer film. The inner film portion can include a release layer configured specifically to interact with the tacky layer to provide a desired separation peel force and resealing functionalities. The outer film portion can include an outer film layer disposed on an opposite side of the tacky layer from the release layer that is configured to permanently adhere to the tacky layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 14, 2017
    Publication date: October 31, 2019
    Inventors: Stuart Mackintosh Blyth, Ronald H. Exner, Louis Peter Fenech, III, Ying (Lora) Liang, Jeffrey T. Weber, Paul A. Zerfas, Evan Michael Ziolkowski
  • Publication number: 20170233158
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a reclosable flexible film package with a flexible film having a fold forming a folded edge, at least two opposing free edges, and at least a front panel and a back panel, where the opposing free edges are sealed together to form at least one sealed edge such that front and back panels define an interior space. The flexible film package also may have a score in the flexible film of the front panel forming a flap that defines an opening when the flap is moved upward, toward the folded edge and a label extending uninterrupted from edge to edge, the label being attached on the film by pressure sensitive adhesive, and extending beyond the score on the front panel to reseal the package opening defined by the flap.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 4, 2017
    Publication date: August 17, 2017
    Inventors: Deborah A. Lyzenga, Jeffrey T. Weber, James Anthony Glydon, Evan Michael Ziolkowski
  • Patent number: 9688442
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a reclosable flexible film package with a flexible film having a folded edge, at least two opposing free edges, and at least a front panel and a back panel. The front and back panels define an interior space. The flexible film package also may have a score in the flexible film of the front panel forming a flap that defines an opening when the flap is moved upward, toward the folded edge and a label extending uninterrupted from edge to edge of the at least two opposing free edges, the label being attached on the film by pressure sensitive adhesive, and extending beyond the score on the front panel to reseal the package opening defined by the flap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 27, 2017
    Assignee: Intercontinental Great Brands LLC
    Inventors: Deborah A. Lyzenga, Jeffrey T. Weber, James Anthony Glydon, Evan Michael Ziolkowski
  • Publication number: 20140079343
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a reclosable flexible film package with a flexible film having a folded edge, at least two opposing free edges, and at least a front panel and a back panel. The front and back panels define an interior space. The flexible film package also may have a score in the flexible film of the front panel forming a flap that defines an opening when the flap is moved upward, toward the folded edge and a label extending uninterrupted from edge to edge of the at least two opposing free edges, the label being attached on the film by pressure sensitive adhesive, and extending beyond the score on the front panel to reseal the package opening defined by the flap.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 16, 2012
    Publication date: March 20, 2014
    Applicant: Intercontinental Great Brands LLC
    Inventors: Deborah A. Lyzenga, Jeffrey T. Weber, James Anthony Glydon, Evan Michael Ziolkowski
  • Publication number: 20100247822
    Abstract: A multilayer film includes at least an abuse layer that is laser scored, and a sealant layer that has discrete weakened portions, due to the laser scoring. The multilayer film may have a tensile strength of between about 0.40 and 2.5 pounds per 10 millimeters at the location of the one or more weakened portions. In certain aspects, the tensile strength of the multilayer film is between about 7 and 14 pounds per inch at the location of the laser scoring on the abuse layer. Also, a package is provided that is formed from one or more multilayer films having a scored abuse layer and a sealant layer with weakened portions that allow steam and/or pressure to be vented from the package during heating. Optionally, the abuse layer includes a shallow scoring portion to provide an easy-open feature. For instance, the package may be used to cook frozen foods contained in the package, such as in a microwave oven.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 2, 2010
    Publication date: September 30, 2010
    Inventors: Evan Michael Ziolkowski, Scott Douglas Howells, Gregory William Kokke, Brian Douglas