Patents by Inventor Roger D. Segroves

Roger D. Segroves 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: 8901418
    Abstract: A frame for a cabinet is provided. The frame includes a side-to-side beam, a front-to-back beam connected to the side-to-side beam, and a vertical post connected to the side-to-side beam. The front-to-back beam is inset relative to the vertical post to form a cable-routing area along a side of the frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2014
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jonathan D. Walker, Shi Gui Zhang, Robert L. Fritz, Roger D. Segroves, Tomasz K. Waz, Gregory L. McClain, Matthew C. Isoda, Alan F. Wojcik, Roman J. Churnovic, Pierre Perez, Charles T. Newcomb, Michael R. Walters, Mark J. Donnell, Mark A. Vogel
  • Publication number: 20130342091
    Abstract: A frame for a cabinet is provided. The frame includes a side-to-side beam, a front-to-back beam connected to the side-to-side beam, and a vertical post connected to the side-to-side beam. The front-to-back beam is inset relative to the vertical post to form a cable-routing area along a side of the frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2013
    Publication date: December 26, 2013
    Applicant: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jonathan D. Walker, Shi Gui Zhang, Robert L. Fritz, Roger D. Segroves, Tomasz K. Waz, Gregory L. McClain, Matthew C. Isoda, Alan F. Wojcik, Roman J. Churnovic, Pierre Perez, Charles T. Newcomb, Michael R. Walters, Mark J. Donnell, Mark A. Vogel
  • Patent number: 8051881
    Abstract: A tool that installs a metal tie is disclosed. The tool includes a tension mechanism and a tension control system. The tension mechanism tensions the metal tie wrapped around a bundle. The tension control system measures the applied tie tension. The tension control system includes a load cell and a worm cushion that dampens the tension applied to the load cell. The tension mechanism includes a gear train with a worm gear and a worm that distribute the applied tension to the load cell. Once the desired tension has been achieved, the tension mechanism is de-energized and a ball set and cut-off mechanism is activated to set the ball in the metal tie head and to shear a portion of the tensioned metal tie.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2011
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventor: Roger D Segroves
  • Patent number: 8006372
    Abstract: A multi-use tool for assembly of electrical connectors includes a main tool body having an electrical connector assembly holder. The holder includes first and second cavities. The first cavity includes spaced anvils and removably retains an electrical connector end cap between the anvils. A cutting ram is opposed to the first cavity and includes two cutting blades that are translatable between disengaged and engaged positions to trim and sever excess wire lengths from the electrical connector end cap. The second cavity removably retains the electrical connector end cap and a jack housing. A termination ram is opposed to the second cavity and movably mounted between disengaged and engaged positions to terminate the jack housing with the end cap. A trigger mechanism is operably connected to both the cutting ram and the termination ram.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2011
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Roger D. Segroves, Lawrence A. Hillegonds
  • Patent number: 8005336
    Abstract: An activation tool used to terminate a pre-polished, no-crimp fiber optic connector. The tool holds and positions a suitable fiber optic connector, such as an ST-type Opti-Cam connector. A lever on the tool activates a connector cam mechanism to effectuate termination of the fiber. The tool includes a base that supports and locks axial and rotational movement of ferrule holder and backbone components of the connector while a rotatable cam activation tool handle engages with a cam of the connector to rotate the cam between a de-activated position and an activated or terminated position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2011
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Matthew M. Wagner, Roger D. Segroves
  • Publication number: 20100129044
    Abstract: An activation tool used to terminate a pre-polished, no-crimp fiber optic connector. The tool holds and positions a suitable fiber optic connector, such as an ST-type Opti-Cam connector. A lever on the tool activates a connector cam mechanism to effectuate termination of the fiber. The tool includes a base that supports and locks axial and rotational movement of ferrule holder and backbone components of the connector while a rotatable cam activation tool handle engages with a cam of the connector to rotate the cam between a de-activated position and an activated or terminated position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2009
    Publication date: May 27, 2010
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Matthew M. Wagner, Roger D. Segroves
  • Patent number: 7639917
    Abstract: An activation tool used to terminate a pre-polished, no-crimp fiber optic connector. The tool holds and positions a suitable fiber optic connector, such as an ST-type Opti-Cam connector. A lever on the tool activates a connector cam mechanism to effectuate termination of the fiber. The tool includes a base that supports and locks axial and rotational movement of ferrule holder and backbone components of the connector while a rotatable cam activation tool handle engages with a cam of the connector to rotate the cam between a de-activated position and an activated or terminated position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 29, 2009
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Matthew M. Wagner, Roger D. Segroves
  • Publication number: 20090242069
    Abstract: A tool that installs a metal tie is disclosed. The tool includes a tension mechanism and a tension control system. The tension mechanism tensions the metal tie wrapped around a bundle. The tension control system measures the applied tie tension. The tension control system includes a load cell and a worm cushion that dampens the tension applied to the load cell. The tension mechanism includes a gear train with a worm gear and a worm that distribute the applied tension to the load cell. Once the desired tension has been achieved, the tension mechanism is de-energized and a ball set and cut-off mechanism is activated to set the ball in the metal tie head and to shear a portion of the tensioned metal tie.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 1, 2008
    Publication date: October 1, 2009
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventor: Roger D. Segroves
  • Publication number: 20080313891
    Abstract: A multi-use tool for assembly of electrical connectors includes a main tool body having an electrical connector assembly holder. The holder includes first and second cavities. The first cavity includes spaced anvils and removably retains an electrical connector end cap between the anvils. A cutting ram is opposed to the first cavity and includes two cutting blades that are translatable between disengaged and engaged positions to trim and sever excess wire lengths from the electrical connector end cap. The second cavity removably retains the electrical connector end cap and a jack housing. A termination ram is opposed to the second cavity and movably mounted between disengaged and engaged positions to terminate the jack housing with the end cap. A trigger mechanism is operably connected to both the cutting ram and the termination ram.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 25, 2008
    Publication date: December 25, 2008
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Roger D. Segroves, Lawrence A. Hillegonds
  • Patent number: 7466891
    Abstract: An activation tool used to terminate a pre-polished, no-crimp fiber optic connector. The tool holds and positions a suitable fiber optic connector, such as an ST-type Opti-Cam connector. A lever on the tool activates a connector cam mechanism to effectuate termination of the fiber. The tool includes a base that supports and locks axial and rotational movement of ferrule holder and backbone components of the connector while a rotatable cam activation tool handle engages with a cam of the connector to rotate the cam between a de-activated position and an activated or terminated position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 16, 2008
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Matthew M. Wagner, Roger D. Segroves
  • Patent number: 7444744
    Abstract: A multi-use tool for assembly of electrical connectors includes a main tool body having an electrical connector assembly holder. The holder includes first and second cavities. The first cavity includes spaced anvils and removably retains an electrical connector end cap between the anvils. A cutting ram is opposed to the first cavity and includes two cutting blades that are translatable between disengaged and engaged positions to trim and sever excess wire lengths from the electrical connector end cap. The second cavity removably retains the electrical connector end cap and a jack housing. A termination ram is opposed to the second cavity and movably mounted between disengaged and engaged positions to terminate the jack housing with the end cap. A trigger mechanism is operably connected to both the cutting ram and the termination ram.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2008
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Roger D Segroves, Lawrence A. Hillegonds
  • Patent number: 7438094
    Abstract: A tool for installing a metal locking tie is disclosed. The tool includes a tension mechanism and a ball set and cut-off mechanism. The tension mechanism tensions the metal locking tie wrapped around a bundle. The ball set and cut-off mechanism includes a guide block and a shear block that engages the guide block. Once the tool tensions the metal locking tie, the guide block and the shear block travel forward in the tool thereby setting a ball in a metal locking tie head and shearing a portion of the tensioned metal locking tie.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2006
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2008
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Lawrence A. Hillegonds, Mark Shurhay, Roger D. Segroves
  • Publication number: 20080118206
    Abstract: An activation tool used to terminate a pre-polished, no-crimp fiber optic connector. The tool holds and positions a suitable fiber optic connector, such as an ST-type Opti-Cam connector. A lever on the tool activates a connector cam mechanism to effectuate termination of the fiber. The tool includes a base that supports and locks axial and rotational movement of ferrule holder and backbone components of the connector while a rotatable cam activation tool handle engages with a cam of the connector to rotate the cam between a de-activated position and an activated or terminated position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2007
    Publication date: May 22, 2008
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Matthew M. Wagner, Roger D. Segroves
  • Publication number: 20070286563
    Abstract: An activation tool used to terminate a pre-polished, no-crimp fiber optic connector. The tool holds and positions a suitable fiber optic connector, such as an ST-type Opti-Cam connector. A lever on the tool activates a connector cam mechanism to effectuate termination of the fiber. The tool includes a base that supports and locks axial and rotational movement of ferrule holder and backbone components of the connector while a rotatable cam activation tool handle engages with a cam of the connector to rotate the cam between a de-activated position and an activated or terminated position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 13, 2006
    Publication date: December 13, 2007
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Matthew M. Wagner, Roger D. Segroves
  • Patent number: 7035519
    Abstract: The invention pertains to tools for removing connectors from high-density fiber optic applications, and more particularly to a tool having pivotable arms with cooperative gripping ends for facilitating the gripping, removal, and insertion of fiber optic connectors into appropriate ports or adapters.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2006
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Roger D. Segroves, Robert F. Levin
  • Publication number: 20040218885
    Abstract: The invention pertains to tools for removing connectors from high-density fiber optic applications, and more particularly to a tool having pivotable arms with cooperative gripping ends for facilitating the gripping, removal, and insertion of fiber optic connectors into appropriate ports or adapters.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 28, 2004
    Publication date: November 4, 2004
    Inventors: Roger D. Segroves, Robert F. Levin
  • Patent number: D541610
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2007
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventor: Roger D. Segroves
  • Patent number: D473773
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2003
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Lawrence A. Hillegonds, Roger D. Segroves