Patents by Inventor Mark A. Baloga

Mark A. Baloga 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: 4856242
    Abstract: A unique space partition arrangement creates either private, three-dimensional work stations or rooms, or a covered entryway for open office space. The module provides workers with the sensation of having their very own private room, even within extremely large, open office plans, thereby alleviating "close work" fatigue. The office module includes two sidewal panels which are positioned in a generally vertical, oppositely facing orientation, and are supported in a spaced apart and freestanding condition. A ceiling has opposite end edges connected with the upper edges of the sidewall panels, and spans the sidewall panels. The office module has a height and girth which are substantially smaller that the respective dimensions of the open office space, so that the office module can be easily transported and placed at any desired location within the room.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 1987
    Date of Patent: August 15, 1989
    Assignee: Steelcase Inc.
    Inventors: Mark A. Baloga, Edmond Trimborn, Philippe Fussler
  • Patent number: 4715154
    Abstract: A unique space partition module creates private, three-dimensional work stations or rooms in a completely open office space. The module provides workers with the sensation of having their very own private room, even within extremely large, open office plans, thereby alleviating "close work" fatigue. The office module includes two sidewall panels which are positioned in a generally vertical, oppositely facing orientation, and are supported in a spaced apart and freestanding condition. A ceiling has opposite end edges connected with the upper edges of the sidewall panels, and spans the sidewall panels. The office module has a height and girth which are substantially smaller than the respective dimensions of the open office space, so that the office module can be easily transported and placed at any desired location within the room.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 1984
    Date of Patent: December 29, 1987
    Assignee: Steelcase Inc.
    Inventor: Mark A. Baloga