Patents by Inventor James C. Boda
James C. Boda 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: 9340330Abstract: The invention is directed to storage containers and lids for storage containers which provide for a secure closure and a storage container which is airtight and leakproof. The lid includes a generally U-shaped closure made of a plastic material for securing to a container base; a center window also made of a plastic material and preferably the same as the U-shaped closure; and a thermoplastic material which provides for a sealing gasket on the underside of the U-shaped closure for mating with the container base and a perimeter seal on the outside of the U-shaped closure and around the outer circumference of the center window. The lid may further include a gripping tab made at least in part of thermoplastic material in the lid corner for opening or closing the container, and wings made of a thermoplastic material in one or more portions or corners of the lid.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2010Date of Patent: May 17, 2016Assignee: S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc.Inventors: William E. LeBoeuf, Robert T. Schofield, Sean T. Petersen, James C. Boda
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Publication number: 20120061544Abstract: The present invention is related generally to hoists, and more particularly to a hoist system for safely raising, storing, and lowering loads.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 10, 2011Publication date: March 15, 2012Applicant: INSPIRE INDUSTRIES, LLCInventors: James C. Boda, Robert T. Schofield
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Publication number: 20110315702Abstract: The invention is directed to storage containers and lids for storage containers which provide for a secure closure and a storage container which is airtight and leakproof. The lid of the present invention includes a generally U-shaped closure made of a plastic material for securing to a container base; a center window also made of a plastic material and preferably the same as the U-shaped closure; and a thermoplastic material which provides for a sealing gasket on the underside of the U-shaped closure for mating with the container base and a perimeter seal on the outside of the U-shaped closure and around the outer circumference of the center window. The lid may further include a gripping tab made at least in part of thermoplastic material in the lid corner for opening or closing the container, and wings made of a thermoplastic material in one or more portions or corners of the lid.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2010Publication date: December 29, 2011Applicant: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.Inventors: William E. LeBoeuf, Robert T. Schofield, Sean T. Petersen, James C. Boda
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Patent number: 8033529Abstract: The present invention is related generally to hoists, and more particularly to a hoist system for safely raising, storing, and lowering loads.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2009Date of Patent: October 11, 2011Inventors: James C. Boda, Robert T. Schofield
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Publication number: 20100283021Abstract: The present invention is related generally to hoists, and more particularly to a hoist system for safely raising, storing, and lowering loads.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 11, 2009Publication date: November 11, 2010Inventors: James C. Boda, Robert T. Schofield
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Patent number: 7533869Abstract: The present invention is related generally to hoists, and more particularly to a hoist system for safely raising, storing, and lowering loads.Type: GrantFiled: July 19, 2007Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Assignee: Inspire Industries, LLCInventors: James C. Boda, Robert T. Schofield
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Patent number: 7438279Abstract: A pulling tool for pulling nails, screws, rivets, pegs, or other protrusions includes a jaw which may be opened to receive the head of the protrusion. The jaw is then at least partially closed against the protrusion, and when the handle of the tool is pulled, the jaw is both urged shut and also away from the surface from which the protrusion extends. Thus, as the protrusion is pulled, its shaft is also more tightly grasped, which helps to pull the protrusion from the surface without stripping off its head/cap. The pulling tool can be provided as a part of a hammer, crowbar, or other conventional tool.Type: GrantFiled: January 15, 2007Date of Patent: October 21, 2008Assignee: Halvor, Inc.Inventors: Eric H. Eby, Rick Parduhn, Robert T. Schofield, James C. Boda
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Publication number: 20080017839Abstract: The present invention is related generally to hoists, and more particularly to a hoist system for safely raising, storing, and lowering loads.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 19, 2007Publication date: January 24, 2008Inventors: James C. Boda, Robert T. Schofield
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Publication number: 20080010839Abstract: A rotary cutter, comprising a body, a trigger and an actuator member. The body includes a rear end and a forward end, the forward end including a cylindrical head. The trigger is rotatably connected at one end thereof to the rear end of the body, and the actuator member is also rotatably connected to the body. The actuator member is in at least selective contact with the trigger such that rotation of the trigger results in a reciprocal rotation of the actuator member. A blade assembly is removably coupled to the actuator member and is configured to move between a retracted position and an extended position. Actuation of the trigger results in the blade assembly moving towards the extended position. When the blade assembly is in the extended position, the blade assembly is capable of contacting a cutting surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 13, 2006Publication date: January 17, 2008Inventors: David C. Eby, Luc Lam, James C. Boda, Robert Schofield, Christine Dusk
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Patent number: 7028866Abstract: A pressure resistant plastic bottle for containing and dispensing an aerosol composition. The plastic bottle is comprised of a hollow elongate body having a central portion, a top portion and an opposite bottom portion with the central portion having an inwardly concave configuration extending along its longitudinal direction. The bottom portion of the elongate body is integral with the central portion and defines an outwardly projecting convexly shaped configuration. The top portion of the bottle is integral with the central portion and has an outwardly convex configuration extending along its longitudinal direction and defines a neck having an opening for receiving and dispensing the aerosol composition. A closure covers the opening and is sealingly attached to the neck to contain the aerosol within the plastic bottle.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2003Date of Patent: April 18, 2006Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.Inventors: Edward J. Kunesh, Allen D. Miller, David P. Mather, Michael J. Skalitzky, James C. Boda, Douglas J. Birkholz
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Patent number: 6964085Abstract: A storage system having a releasably mounted mounting clip that can be connected to a wall stud or ceiling joist. A variety of storage components can be joined to the mounting clip. The mounting clip can also be used to join boards and panels to construct furniture and stand-alone storage units.Type: GrantFiled: April 11, 2003Date of Patent: November 15, 2005Inventor: James C. Boda
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Publication number: 20040149781Abstract: A pressure resistant plastic bottle for containing and dispensing an aerosol composition. The plastic bottle is comprised of a hollow elongate body having a longitudinal axis and an outer wall. The outer wall defines a central portion, a top portion and an opposite bottom portion with the central portion having a circular cross-sectional configuration taken through a plane perpendicular to the longitudinal axis and having an inwardly concave configuration extending along its longitudinal direction. The bottom portion of the elongate body is integral with the central portion and defines an outwardly projecting convexly shaped configuration. The top portion of the bottle is integral with the central portion and has an outwardly convex configuration extending along its longitudinal direction and defines a neck having an opening for receiving and dispensing the aerosol composition. A closure covers the opening and is sealingly attached to the neck to contain the aerosol within the plastic bottle.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2003Publication date: August 5, 2004Inventors: Edward J. Kunesh, Allen D. Miller, David P. Mather, Michael J. Skalitzky, James C. Boda, Douglas J. Birkholz
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Publication number: 20040026934Abstract: A storage system having a releasably mounted mounting clip that can be connected to a wall stud or ceiling joist. A variety of storage components can be joined to the mounting clip. The mounting clip can also be used to join boards and panels to construct furniture and stand-alone storage units.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 11, 2003Publication date: February 12, 2004Inventor: James C. Boda
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Patent number: 6087815Abstract: A portable power system for a hand tool employs a high-voltage transmission of power from a battery pack over a cord to a DC to DC converter, which steps the transmission voltage down to rated tool voltage. The system uses a switching transistor to transmit power according to a duty cycle which varies automatically according to tool current draw and voltage. The DC to DC converter employs synchronous rectification with an inductor-capacitor network to transform a duty cycle square wave into DC power. The startup voltage sense feature permits powering up the converter circuitry only when needed. The converter will shut down if no current has been drawn by the tool for a predetermined period of time or if the converter unit is in danger of overheating, as determined by a stored algorithm. The portable power system has safeguards to prevent fouling or shorting in wet environments, is adaptable to left or right handed users, and is physically configurable into a variety of carrying modes.Type: GrantFiled: November 7, 1997Date of Patent: July 11, 2000Assignee: Fiskars Inc.Inventors: John Edward Pfeifer, James C. Boda, David M. Hoerr
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Patent number: 5929597Abstract: A Portable Power System configured to supply an appropriate voltage to an electrical device. The system includes a battery pack having at least one cell supplying a first direct current voltage, and an adapter. The adapter, which is electrically connected to the battery pack by an electrical cord, is configured to be mechanically connected to the device. The adapter also includes a DC to DC voltage converter supplying a second direct current voltage to the device, the second voltage being smaller than the first voltage but sufficient to permit the intended operation of the device.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 1997Date of Patent: July 27, 1999Assignee: Fiskars Inc.Inventors: John Edward Pfeifer, James C. Boda
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Patent number: 5542185Abstract: The present invention is directed to a device for describing arcs. The device includes a pair of legs connected at a pivot joint. A shoe is disposed at the end of one leg to support the device and maintain the center point of the arc while the device is used. An instrument is attached to the other leg so arcs can be formed as the device is rotated about the shoe. A rack and wheel are also connected to the legs to adjust the radius of the arc.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 1994Date of Patent: August 6, 1996Assignee: Fiskars Inc.Inventor: James C. Boda
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Patent number: 5524515Abstract: A paper cutter assembly having an extruded rail assembly including a base and a rail formed at right angles to each other. A carriage assembly is mounted on the rail for translational movement across the rail. End blocks are provided in each end of the rail assembly for pivotally connecting the rail assembly to guide blocks for pivotal movement between operative and inoperative positions with respect to the paper.Type: GrantFiled: June 20, 1994Date of Patent: June 11, 1996Assignee: Fiskars Oy AbInventor: James C. Boda
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Patent number: D360891Type: GrantFiled: May 23, 1994Date of Patent: August 1, 1995Assignee: Fiskars Inc.Inventors: Douglas J. Birkholz, James C. Boda
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Patent number: D360892Type: GrantFiled: May 23, 1994Date of Patent: August 1, 1995Assignee: Fiskars Inc.Inventors: Douglas J. Birkholz, James C. Boda
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Patent number: D642440Type: GrantFiled: May 4, 2010Date of Patent: August 2, 2011Assignee: Centurion Garden and Outdoor LivingInventors: James C. Boda, Doug Birkholz, Robert A. Seaton