Patents by Inventor Paul Jolicoeur
Paul Jolicoeur 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: 11905708Abstract: A modular space frame support system comprises an upper frame comprising a plurality of joists interconnected with a plurality of interconnection structures; a lower frame comprising a plurality of joists or chords interconnected with a plurality of interconnection structures; at least two interconnection structure brackets, wherein a first of the at least two interconnection structure brackets is connected to one of the plurality of interconnection structures of the upper frame and a second of the at least two interconnection structure brackets is connected to one of the plurality of interconnection structures of the lower frame, each interconnection structure bracket comprising a hollow tubular section, and at least one chord-engaging structure; and at least one chord secured at a first end to the first of the at least two interconnection structure brackets and at a second end to the second of the at least two interconnection structure brackets.Type: GrantFiled: January 15, 2019Date of Patent: February 20, 2024Assignee: BrandSafway Services, LLCInventors: Roy T. Scrafford, Alana Martalock, Jerry Dolly, Paul Jolicoeur, Scott Tomlinson, Jonathan Burkhart, Mathieu Grumberg
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Publication number: 20240044133Abstract: A modular space frame support system comprises an upper frame comprising a plurality of joists interconnected with a plurality of interconnection structures; a lower frame comprising a plurality of joists or chords interconnected with a plurality of interconnection structures; at least two interconnection structure brackets, wherein a first of the at least two interconnection structure brackets is connected to one of the plurality of interconnection structures of the upper frame and a second of the at least two interconnection structure brackets is connected to one of the plurality of interconnection structures of the lower frame, each interconnection structure bracket comprising a hollow tubular section, and at least one chord-engaging structure; and at least one chord secured at a first end to the first of the at least two interconnection structure brackets and at a second end to the second of the at least two interconnection structure brackets.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 15, 2023Publication date: February 8, 2024Applicant: BRANDSAFWAY SERVICES, LLCInventors: Roy T. Scrafford, Alana Martalock, Jerry Dolly, Paul Jolicoeur, Scott Tomlinson, Jonathan Burkhart, Mathieu Grumberg
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Publication number: 20230265645Abstract: A modular space frame support system comprises at least one unit comprising at least four elongate structural members joined together using at least four interconnection structures; a plurality of diagonal chords attached to the at least four interconnection structures and connected to a single common interconnection structure; a further elongate structural member connected to and secured to at least two elongate structural members; wherein the plurality of diagonal chords of a first of the at least one unit can each have a length less than the plurality of diagonal chords of a second of the at least one unit; wherein each of the at least four interconnection structures comprise a first element, a second element, and a tubular section; wherein the tubular section can have a threaded inner portion, a first outer portion, and a second outer portion that can engage a securing structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 16, 2020Publication date: August 24, 2023Inventors: Roy T. SCRAFFORD, Alana MARTALOCK, Jerry DOLLY, Paul JOLICOEUR, Scott TOMLINSON, Jonathan BURKHART, Mathieu GRUMBERG
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Publication number: 20220042304Abstract: A modular space frame support system comprises an upper frame comprising a plurality of joists interconnected with a plurality of interconnection structures; a lower frame comprising a plurality of joists or chords interconnected with a plurality of interconnection structures; at least two interconnection structure brackets, wherein a first of the at least two interconnection structure brackets is connected to one of the plurality of interconnection structures of the upper frame and a second of the at least two interconnection structure brackets is connected to one of the plurality of interconnection structures of the lower frame, each interconnection structure bracket comprising a hollow tubular section, and at least one chord-engaging structure; and at least one chord secured at a first end to the first of the at least two interconnection structure brackets and at a second end to the second of the at least two interconnection structure brackets.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 15, 2019Publication date: February 10, 2022Inventors: Roy T. SCRAFFORD, Alana MARTALOCK, Jerry DOLLY, Paul JOLICOEUR, Scott TOMLINSON, Jonathan BURKHART, Mathieu GRUMBERG
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Patent number: 10563365Abstract: The invention includes a work platform and support system that includes a hub and joist configuration, wherein the hubs and joists are capable of articulation, or pivoting. One method of installation allows for sections of new work platform system to be extended from an existing suspended work platform system. The system is also capable of supporting, without failure, its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load applied to it.Type: GrantFiled: October 9, 2017Date of Patent: February 18, 2020Assignee: BRANDSAFWAY SERVICES LLCInventors: Paul Jolicoeur, Roy Scrafford, Clifford Westrick, Dave Gordon, Tom Silic, Edward Tifft, Mathieu Grumberg
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Patent number: 10337194Abstract: Work platform systems and related methods of assembly and use are disclosed herein. In one exemplary embodiment, a method of installing a work platform system into an internal cavity of a structure includes supporting a first platform portion at a first location, and adding a plurality of additional platform portions to the first platform portion, where successive ones of the additional platform portions are respectively positioned at respective locations that are successively farther outward away from the first platform portion. The method further includes coupling the additional platform portions to one or more other locations, and detaching the additional platform portions from one another. The method additionally includes lowering or raising one or more of the first and additional platform portions to one or more additional levels below or above the first level, where the work platform system includes the first and additional platform portions.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 2011Date of Patent: July 2, 2019Assignee: SAFEWAY SERVICES, LLCInventors: Paul Jolicoeur, Roy Scrafford, Mathieu Grumberg
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Publication number: 20180030679Abstract: The invention includes a work platform and support system that includes a hub and joist configuration, wherein the hubs and joists are capable of articulation, or pivoting. One method of installation allows for sections of new work platform system to be extended from an existing suspended work platform system. The system is also capable of supporting, without failure, its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load applied to it.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 9, 2017Publication date: February 1, 2018Inventors: Paul Jolicoeur, Roy Scrafford, Clifford Westrick, Dave Gordon, Tom Silic, Edward Tifft, Mathieu Grumberg
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Patent number: 9783939Abstract: The invention includes a work platform and support system that includes a hub and joist configuration, wherein the hubs and joists are capable of articulation, or pivoting. One method of installation allows for sections of new work platform system to be extended from an existing suspended work platform system. The system is also capable of supporting, without failure, its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load applied to it.Type: GrantFiled: January 16, 2015Date of Patent: October 10, 2017Assignee: Safway Services, LLCInventors: Paul Jolicoeur, Roy Scrafford, Clifford Westrick, Dave Gordon, Tom Silic, Edward Tifft, Mathieu Grumberg
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Patent number: 9103080Abstract: The invention includes a work platform and support system that includes a hub and joist configuration, wherein the hubs and joists are capable of articulation, or pivoting. One method of installation allows for sections of new work platform system to be extended from an existing suspended work platform system. The system is also capable of supporting, without failure, its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load applied to it.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2011Date of Patent: August 11, 2015Assignee: SAFWAY SERVICES, LLCInventors: Paul Jolicoeur, Roy Scrafford, Clifford Westrick, Dave Gordon, Tom Silic, Edward Tifft, Mathieu Grumberg
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Publication number: 20150184403Abstract: The invention includes a work platform and support system that includes a hub and joist configuration, wherein the hubs and joists are capable of articulation, or pivoting. One method of installation allows for sections of new work platform system to be extended from an existing suspended work platform system. The system is also capable of supporting, without failure, its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load applied to it.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2015Publication date: July 2, 2015Inventors: Paul Jolicoeur, Roy Scrafford, Clifford Westrick, Dave Gordon, Tom Silic, Edward Tifft, Mathieu Grumberg
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Publication number: 20140202087Abstract: Work platform systems and related methods of assembly and use are disclosed herein. In one exemplary embodiment, a method of installing a work platform system into an internal cavity of a structure includes supporting a first platform portion at a first location, and adding a plurality of additional platform portions to the first platform portion, where successive ones of the additional platform portions are respectively positioned at respective locations that are successively farther outward away from the first platform portion. The method further includes coupling the additional platform portions to one or more other locations, and detaching the additional platform portions from one another. The method additionally includes lowering or raising one or more of the first and additional platform portions to one or more additional levels below or above the first level, where the work platform system includes the first and additional platform portions.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 29, 2011Publication date: July 24, 2014Applicant: SAFEWAY SERVICES, LLCInventors: Paul Jolicoeur, Roy Scrafford, Mathieu Grumberg
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Publication number: 20110214945Abstract: The invention includes a work platform and support system that includes a hub and joist configuration, wherein the hubs and joists are capable of articulation, or pivoting. One method of installation allows for sections of new work platform system to be extended from an existing suspended work platform system. The system is also capable of supporting, without failure, its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load applied to it.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 13, 2011Publication date: September 8, 2011Applicant: SAFWAY SERVICES, LLCInventors: Paul Jolicoeur, Roy Scrafford, Clifford Westrick, Dave Gordon, Tom Silic, Edward Tifft, Mathieu Grumberg
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Patent number: 7941986Abstract: The invention includes a work platform and support system that includes a hub and joist configuration, wherein the hubs and joists are capable of articulation, or pivoting. One method of installation allows for sections of new work platform system to be extended from an existing suspended work platform system. The system is also capable of supporting, without failure, its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load applied to it.Type: GrantFiled: August 10, 2010Date of Patent: May 17, 2011Assignee: Safway Services, LLCInventors: Paul Jolicoeur, Roy Scrafford, Clifford Westrick, Dave Gordon, Tom Silic, Edward Tifft, Mathieu Grumberg
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Publication number: 20110010913Abstract: The invention includes a work platform and support system that includes a hub and joist configuration, wherein the hubs and joists are capable of articulation, or pivoting. One method of installation allows for sections of new work platform system to be extended from an existing suspended work platform system. The system is also capable of supporting, without failure, its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load applied to it.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 10, 2010Publication date: January 20, 2011Applicant: SAFWAY SERVICES, LLCInventors: Paul Jolicoeur, Roy Scrafford, Clifford Westrick, Dave Gordon, Tom Silic, Edward Tifft, Mathieu Grumberg
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Patent number: 7779599Abstract: The invention includes a work platform and support system that includes a hub and joist configuration, wherein the hubs and joists are capable of articulation, or pivoting. One method of installation allows for sections of new work platform system to be extended from an existing suspended work platform system. The system is also capable of supporting, without failure, its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load applied to it.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2004Date of Patent: August 24, 2010Assignee: Safway Services, LLCInventors: Paul Jolicoeur, Roy Scrafford, Clifford Westrick, Dave Gordon, Tom Silic, Edward Tifft, Mathieu Grumberg
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Publication number: 20050217936Abstract: The invention includes a work platform and support system that includes a hub and joist configuration, wherein the hubs and joists are capable of articulation, or pivoting. One method of installation allows for sections of new work platform system to be extended from an existing suspended work platform system. The system is also capable of supporting, without failure, its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load applied to it.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 31, 2004Publication date: October 6, 2005Inventors: Paul Jolicoeur, Roy Scrafford, Clifford Westrick, Dave Gordon, Tom Silic, Edward Tifft, Mathieu Grumberg
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Patent number: 6268211Abstract: Disclosed herein is a transgenic non-human animal carrying a transgene which expresses non-infectious HIV ribonucleic acid and complementary proteins thereof. Among the expressed proteins, which can be found in the milk, serum and several tissues, are the gag and envelope proteins. The transgenic animal is useful as a source for obtaining the complementary proteins, and as an animal model to study HIV host cell interactions and to evaluate anti-HIV drugs.Type: GrantFiled: August 20, 1991Date of Patent: July 31, 2001Assignee: L'Institut de Recherches Cliniques de MontrealInventor: Paul Jolicoeur
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Patent number: 6184436Abstract: The present invention relates to a transgenic mouse to serve as a small animal model of AIDS which comprises at least a DNA sequence coding for HIV-1 nef or a HIV-1 DNA genome essentially consisting in entire HIV-1 coding sequences under the control of the human CD4 gene promoter flanked by the enhancer of the mouse CD4 gene for expression in T cells and in cells of monocyte/microphage lineage. There is also provided a method to screen for therapeutic agents for the treatment of AIDS, which comprises the steps of: a) administering the therapeutic agent to the mouse of the present invention; and b) determining the effects of the therapeutic agent.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 1999Date of Patent: February 6, 2001Assignee: Institut de Recherches Cliniques de MontrealInventors: Paul Jolicoeur, Zaher Hanna, Denis G. Kay
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Patent number: 6054571Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel gene regulated by FOS and RAS transforming pathways, which is identified as dft-A, and which comprises the sequence set forth in FIG. 3. There is also disclosed the novel dft-A protein and an antibody recognizing same. The present invention also relates to a diagnostic method of identifying dft-A mutations in cancer or other diseases in a biological sample of a patient, which comprises: a) subjecting DNA present in the patient's sample to gene sequencing; and b) comparing the sequenced DNA with the sequence of dft-A gene to identify dft-A mutations. The present invention also relates to a diagnostic method of identifying change in dft-A protein level in cancer or other diseases in a biological sample of a patient, which comprises: a)subjecting the patient's sample to the anti-dft-A antibody to form an antibody-dft-A protein complex; and b) detecting the antibody-dft-A protein complex to determine the dft-A protein level in the biological sample.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 1998Date of Patent: April 25, 2000Assignee: Institut de Recherches Cliniques de MontrealInventors: Paul Jolicoeur, Aurelio Balsalobre
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Patent number: 5574206Abstract: Disclosed herein is a transgenic mouse carrying a transgene which expresses non-infectious HIV ribonucleic acid, and the complementary proteins thereof. The transgenic mouse is useful as a source for obtaining the complementary proteins, and as an animal model to study HIV host cell interactions and to evaluate anti-HIV drugs.Type: GrantFiled: August 24, 1994Date of Patent: November 12, 1996Assignee: L'Institut de Recherches Cliniques de MontrealInventor: Paul Jolicoeur