Patents by Inventor Jim Tappel

Jim Tappel 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).

  • Knockdown frame storage system
    Patent number: 6279762
    Abstract: The storage system includes a universal frame adapted to support different inserts, such as a hanging folder, a hanging sling, and a hanging box-shaped insert and is adapted to be supported by various supports, such as bent-wire snap-attach legs, a panel bracket, and rigid box support. The storage system is knockdown and reconfigurable by a user, and thus provides flexibility of use, while taking advantage of common parts. Further, the system can be flexibly used in existing offices having shelves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2001
    Assignee: Steelcase Development Corporation
    Inventors: Mark A. Buchalter, Jim Tappel, George J. Simons, Jr., Lawrence L. Laske
  • Computer file server
    Patent number: D341827
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 1991
    Date of Patent: November 30, 1993
    Assignee: Everex Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: John Lai, John Raff, Mark Roemer, Jim Tappel