Patents by Inventor James Patrick Flippin

James Patrick Flippin 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).

  • Mattress having foam encasement and method of making the same
    Patent number: 7631381
    Abstract: A mattress core unit, such as an innerspring, is placed inside a foam envelope, which in turn is covered with fabric. The side and end rails of the envelope overlap the bottom panel, to provide good support for all edges of the mattress. The top panel of the envelope overlaps the side and end rails. To make a reversible mattress, an overlapping bottom foam panel is used. The method simplifies matress construction, reduces the number of required stock keeping units, and provides a comfortable, yet firm, feel at the edges of the mattress.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 15, 2009
    Assignee: Kingsdown, Incorporated
    Inventor: James Patrick Flippin