Patents by Inventor James C. Pawloski

James C. Pawloski 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: 8827556
    Abstract: A pouch has an elongate closure mechanism adapted to provide vacuum retention within an interior of the pouch over an extended period of time when sealed. The closure mechanism includes a first pair of interlocking members that resealably mate together, a second pair of interlocking members that resealably mate together, and a pair of sealing members that form an air tight seal separate from the interlocking members disposed between the first and second pairs of interlocking members. The closure members are connected with opposing panels of the pouch in a manner designed to provide differential opening and closing forces. The pouch may include a check valve and air evacuation channels to aid in evacuating air from the interior.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2014
    Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian C. Dais, Bryan L. Ackerman, James C. Pawloski, Robert R. Turvey, Daniel Zimmerman
  • Publication number: 20140029874
    Abstract: A reclosable pouch having a resealable mouth and an elongate closure mechanism. The closure mechanism includes a pair of interlocking members extending from a first surface of a first base member that are parallel to each other with a space therebetween. The pair of interlocking members has constant profiles between opposite ends. A plurality of partial indentations extends longitudinally along a second surface of the first base member at positions opposite to the space between the pair of interlocking members. A pair of interlocking members extends from a surface of a second base member and are parallel to each other with a space therebetween. The pair of interlocking members each has constant profiles between opposite ends. The pair of interlocking members extending from the first base member are configured to interlock with the pair of interlocking members extending from the second base member, in order to resealably close the mouth.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2013
    Publication date: January 30, 2014
    Inventors: Bryan L. Ackerman, James C. Pawloski
  • Patent number: 8578572
    Abstract: An elongate resealable closure mechanism that includes a first base member and a second base member. Each of the first and second base members extends longitudinally between opposite ends thereof. First and second parallel spaced apart pairs of opposing interlocking members extend longitudinally between opposite ends and project from opposing interior surfaces of the first and second base members. The first and second parallel spaced pairs of opposing interlocking members have a constant profile between the opposite ends. A plurality of partial indentations extends longitudinally along an exterior surface of the first base member between the first and second pairs of opposing interlocking members.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2013
    Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: Bryan L Ackerman, James C. Pawloski
  • Patent number: 8550716
    Abstract: A pouch including opposing sidewalls sealed together in a closed distal portion to form an interior that is accessible by a proximal opening. A closure profile extends along an interior surface of the opposing sidewalls for selectively sealing the proximal opening, wherein the closure profile substantially extends a length of the proximal opening. A plurality of tactile strips are disposed on an interior surface of at least one of the opposing sidewalls between the closure profile and the proximal opening, the tactile strips being variably spaced. Preferably, each tactile strip has a well-formed triangular cross-sectional shape with a height from the respective sidewall approximately double a thickness of the respective sidewall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: Leland J. Smith, James C. Pawloski, Lawrence C. Stanos
  • Publication number: 20130236129
    Abstract: A pouch includes a first sidewall, a second sidewall that connects to the first side sidewall so as to form an interior of the pouch with an opening to the interior, and a closure mechanism that extends along an interior surface of the first sidewall for sealing the opening, the closure mechanism extending from one end of the opening to an opposite end of the opening. A first tactile strip is disposed on an exterior surface of the first sidewall and is spaced above the closure mechanism. A second tactile strip is disposed on the exterior surface of the first sidewall and is spaced below the closure mechanism. An exterior surface of at least one of the first tactile strip and the second tactile strip is provided with a texture, with the texture including a plurality of openings that open into the exterior surface. A smooth region is formed on the exterior surface of the first sidewall. The smooth region is disposed opposite to the closure mechanism and extends between the first and second tactile strips.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 24, 2013
    Publication date: September 12, 2013
    Applicant: S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventor: James C. Pawloski
  • Patent number: 8469592
    Abstract: A pouch including a first sidewall. A second sidewall connects to the first side sidewall so as to form an interior of the pouch with an opening to the interior. A closure mechanism extends along an interior surface of the first sidewall for sealing the opening. The closure mechanism extends from one end of the opening to an opposite end of the opening. A first tactile strip is disposed on an exterior surface of the first sidewall and is spaced above the closure mechanism. A second tactile strip is disposed on the exterior surface of the first sidewall and is spaced below the closure mechanism. An exterior surface of at least one of the first tactile strip and the second tactile strip is provided with a texture, with the texture including a plurality of openings that open into the exterior surface. A smooth region is formed on the exterior surface of the first sidewall. The smooth region is disposed opposite to the closure mechanism and extends between the first and second tactile strips.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2013
    Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventor: James C. Pawloski
  • Patent number: 8376614
    Abstract: A reclosable storage bag and zipper tape for use in conjunction with same is disclosed. The reclosable bag includes first and second panels which are sealed about bottom, left, and right edges leaving an open top. The closure system further includes first and second closure assemblies or zippers which can be individually or simultaneously closed to seal the contents within the bag. Even after the first and second zippers are engaged thereby closing the bag, excess air within the bag can be removed simply be manually compressing the bag and thereby forcing the air through the vent apertures provided between the zippers. A valve internal to the closure system may be provided proximate the vent apertures and open upon sufficient application of pressure thereby allowing for air to be evacuated from the bag.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2013
    Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: James C. Pawloski, Bryan L. Ackerman, Michael J. Colucci
  • Patent number: 8245364
    Abstract: A slider actuated closure mechanism includes internal projections that extend from interior sides of the closure elements and retention members that extend from exterior sides of the closure elements. A slider is disposed over the first and second closure elements and includes first and second sidewalls each including a shoulder inwardly extending from a distal end thereof. When the slider is disposed over the first and second closure elements, the first sidewall and the first closure element are minimally horizontally separated by a distance d1, the second sidewall and the second closure element are minimally horizontally separated by a distance d2, and the internal projections are horizontally separated by a distance d3. The sum of the distances d1, d2, and d3 equals a total non-zero distance, dt, that is less than a length that each of the shoulders inwardly extends from the respective first and second sidewalls.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2012
    Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: Bryan L. Ackerman, James C. Pawloski
  • Patent number: 8192085
    Abstract: An enhancement to a closure mechanism includes at least one flange that extends upwardly from an interlocking member of the closure mechanism. A line of transverse indentations is formed into the flange parallel to the interlocking member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2012
    Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: James C. Pawloski, David W. Gustafson
  • Patent number: 8176604
    Abstract: A pouch has an airtight elongate closure mechanism adapted to provide a vacuum retention with an interior of the pouch over an extended period of time when sealed. The closure mechanism includes a first pair of interlocking members that resealably mate together, a second pair of interlocking members that resealably mate together, and sealing members that form an air tight seal disposed between the first and second pairs of interlocking members. The closure elements may be connected with opposing sidewalls of the pouch in a manner designed to provide differential opening and closing forces. The pouch may also include a check valve and air evacuation channels to aid in evacuating air from the interior.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2012
    Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian C. Dais, Robert R. Turvey, James C. Pawloski, Bryan L. Ackerman, Daniel P. Zimmerman
  • Publication number: 20120106874
    Abstract: A zipper for use in a reclosable bag including an elongated groove profile having two arms which form a general U-shape to define an opening to a channel, and an elongated rib profile opposing the groove profile. A plurality of first segments of the rib profile alternate with a plurality of second segments of the rib profile to create a structural discontinuity along a length thereof. The first segments have larger cross-sections and shorter lengths than the second segments such that interlocking the groove and rib profiles creates the audible clicking sound when the groove and rib profiles are engaged.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2010
    Publication date: May 3, 2012
    Applicant: S.C. Johnson Home Storage, Inc.
    Inventor: James C. Pawloski
  • Publication number: 20120106875
    Abstract: A zipper for a reclosable bag including an elongated groove profile having two arms which form a general U-shape to define an opening to a channel, and an elongated rib profile opposing the groove profile, wherein a plurality of first segments of the rib profile alternate with a plurality of second segments of the rib profile to create a structural discontinuity along a length thereof, wherein during interlocking the groove and rib profiles, an audible clicking sound of at least 50 dB on average is created during opening and closing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2010
    Publication date: May 3, 2012
    Applicant: S. C. JOHNSON HOME STORAGE, INC.
    Inventor: James C. Pawloski
  • Publication number: 20120106876
    Abstract: A zipper for a reclosable bag including an elongated groove profile having two arms which form a general U-shape to define an opening to a channel, and an elongated rib profile opposing the groove profile, wherein a plurality of first segments of the rib profile alternate with a plurality of second segments of the rib profile to create a structural discontinuity along a length thereof, wherein during interlocking the groove and rib profiles, an audible clicking sound of at least 50 dB on average is created during opening and closing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2010
    Publication date: May 3, 2012
    Applicant: S.C. Johnson Home Storage, Inc.
    Inventor: James C. Pawloski
  • Publication number: 20110311168
    Abstract: A tactile enhancement mechanism for a closure mechanism on a pouch includes one or more tactile strips disposed adjacent and offset laterally up and/or down from the closure mechanism along an exterior surface of the pouch. The outer surface of the tactile strips may be textured to provide an additional tactile sensation to a user when closing the closure mechanism. A smooth region on the exterior surface of the pouch is disposed opposite the closure profile between the first and second tactile strips and may be coextensive with the closure profile.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 22, 2010
    Publication date: December 22, 2011
    Inventor: James C. Pawloski
  • Publication number: 20110311169
    Abstract: A pouch including opposing sidewalls sealed together in a closed distal portion to form an interior that is accessible by a proximal opening. A closure profile extends along an interior surface of the opposing sidewalls for selectively sealing the proximal opening, wherein the closure profile substantially extends a length of the proximal opening. A plurality of tactile strips are disposed on an interior surface of at least one of the opposing sidewalls between the closure profile and the proximal opening, the tactile strips being variably spaced. Preferably, each tactile strip has a well-formed triangular cross-sectional shape with a height from the respective sidewall approximately double a thickness of the respective sidewall.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 17, 2011
    Publication date: December 22, 2011
    Applicant: Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: Leland J. Smith, James C. Pawloski, Lawrence C. Stanos
  • Patent number: 8061898
    Abstract: A venting closure mechanism for a pouch includes first and second closure profiles that interlock and third and fourth closure profiles that interlock. A sealing flap extends from the first closure element between the first and third closure profiles and engages the second closure element to form a releasable gastight seal therebetween. When the first and second closure elements are occluded, a first plurality of longitudinally spaced first exhaust channels is disposed on a product-side of the sealing flap and a second plurality of longitudinally spaced second exhaust channels is disposed on a user-side of the sealing flap. A first pouch sidewall is attached to the first closure element at an exterior surface thereof between a user-side edge of the first closure element and the sealing flap. An interior surface of the first pouch sidewall is textured with a pattern that provides flow channels therealong.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2011
    Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: James C. Pawloski, Brian C. Dais, John O. McCree
  • Patent number: 7967509
    Abstract: A pouch with a valve includes first and second pouch sidewalls sealed to one another to define an opening. A resealable closure mechanism is attached to inner surfaces of the first and second sidewalls proximate the opening to define a pouch interior opposite the opening. A channel extends from the interior to the opening between a section of the first closure element and the first sidewall. A pleated thermoplastic member is sealingly disposed in the channel and has an aperture disposed through the member. A fluid path may provide direct fluid communication between the interior and an exterior of the pouch, wherein the fluid path passes through an edge of the pouch defined by at least one of the first or second pouch sidewalls.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2011
    Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert R. Turvey, Brian C. Dais, James C. Pawloski, Daniel P. Zimmerman, Kelly M. Griffioen
  • Patent number: 7946766
    Abstract: An offset resealable closure mechanism adapted to provide an airtight seal for a pouch includes a first elongate closure element and a second elongate closure element. The first elongate closure element includes a first elongate closure profile extending therefrom and a second elongate closure element includes first and second legs extending therefrom to define a channel. A sealing flange extends across the channel and includes a slit therethrough adapted to receive the first elongate closure profile. The sealing flange forms an airtight seal with the first elongate closure profile when the closure mechanism is occluded.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2011
    Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian C. Dais, Robert R. Turvey, James C. Pawloski, Bryan L. Ackerman, Daniel P. Zimmerman
  • Patent number: D667308
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 18, 2012
    Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: Kylie L. Levake, Jason L. Halonen, Anne E. Louly, Christopher S. Hoppe, James C. Pawloski, Felicia N. Vaughn, Kristian Buschmann, Bridget M. Soldan, Steven V. Bisbikis, Ronald M. Llanes, Daniel J. Neidlinger
  • Patent number: D669569
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2012
    Assignee: S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: Kylie L. Levake, Christopher S. Hoppe, Jason L. Halonen, James C. Pawloski, Felicia N. Vaughn, Anne E. Louly, Kristian Buschmann, Bridget M. Soldan, Steven V. Bisbikis, Ronald M. Llanes, Daniel J. Neidlinger