Patents by Inventor Scott G. Manke

Scott G. Manke 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: 7726513
    Abstract: A product for hanging from a paper roll holder having at least one arm including a sheet-material dispenser and at least one hanging member for attaching the sheet-material dispenser to the at least one arm. In one embodiment of the invention, the second end of the hanging member that is removably attachable to the arm of the paper roll holder included an elastomeric strap for wrapping about both arms of a toilet paper holder. Since the sheet-material dispenser is attached to the arms of the paper roll holder, it is not necessary to remove the sheet-material dispenser when removing the spindle of the paper roll holder to change the paper roll.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2010
    Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Samuel Schlaupitz, Herb Flores Velazquez, Meara Catherine Kelley, David James Wilks, David N. Woods, Scott G. Manke, Zachary Robert Kowalski
  • Patent number: 7520410
    Abstract: A plastic paint container includes a body having an interior and a neck defining an opening to the interior. The neck includes a neck sealing surface. An insert includes an outer wall configured to fit within the opening of the body and defining the periphery of the insert. The outer wall includes an upper edge and a lower edge. A lip extends radially outward from the upper edge to prevent the insert from being pushed to far into or through the neck. The lip is formed from a first material and includes an upper surface and a lower surface. The lip includes a second material formed over the first material. The first material being harder than the second material. A cover is threadably engaged with the neck. The second material contacts the neck sealing surface and a cover sealing surface when the cover is threadably engaged on the neck.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2009
    Assignee: Masterchem Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Mark A. Gilbertson, Scott G. Manke, Michael J. Walsh
  • Patent number: 7467730
    Abstract: A system for containing paint is disclosed. The system comprises a body between a cover and a base. The system also comprises a handle configured for attachment to the body and selectively configurable between a first position and a second position. The system also comprises a locking mechanism. The locking mechanism comprises a protrusion configured for insertion into a recess of the body. The locking mechanism also comprises a tab of the handle configured for selective insertion into a track of the body. The locking mechanism is configured to inhibit movement of the handle in at least two planes when the handle is in the first position. A method of using a container for paint is also disclosed. A system for containing paint comprising means for locking the handle to the body is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2008
    Assignee: Masterchem Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Scott G. Manke, Mark A. Gilbertson, David N. Woods
  • Publication number: 20080067185
    Abstract: A product for hanging from a paper roll holder having at least one arm including a sheet-material dispenser and at least one hanging member for attaching the sheet-material dispenser to the at least one arm. In one embodiment of the invention, the second end of the hanging member that is removably attachable to the arm of the paper roll holder included an elastomeric strap for wrapping about both arms of a toilet paper holder. Since the sheet-material dispenser is attached to the arms of the paper roll holder, it is not necessary to remove the sheet-material dispenser when removing the spindle of the paper roll holder to change the paper roll.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2006
    Publication date: March 20, 2008
    Inventors: Robert Samuel Schlaupitz, Herb Flores Velazquez, Meara Catherine Kelley, David James Wilks, David N. Woods, Scott G. Manke, Zachary Robert Kowalski
  • Patent number: 7306118
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for transporting fluid. The apparatus includes a hollow body having a neck defining a first aperture extending into the body. A spout insert is configured to fit inside the neck. A handle is coupled to the container. A cover is configured to close the aperture. In another embodiment the handle and cover are integrally formed as a single piece. Another embodiment provides the handle, the cover and the spout are integrally formed as a single piece. In another embodiment, the cover includes an auxiliary lid to cover a second aperture extending into the body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2007
    Assignee: Masterchem Industries LLC
    Inventors: Stanley G. Korte, William B. Hudson, Jr., Jeffrey A. Schutte, Norman F. Morfeld, Douglas W. Newman, Mark A. Gilbertson, Scott G. Manke, Michael J. Walsh
  • Patent number: 7306363
    Abstract: A method and a system for holding and mixing a first container of paint having a first volume and a second container of paint having a second volume less than the first volume. The system comprises a holder comprising a clamp having a plate configured to apply pressure to the first container. A motor is configured to move the holder about at least one axis. The platform is configured for being removably placed within the holder and configured to hold the second container. Another embodiment of the system includes a stop placed proximate an edge of the platform.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2007
    Assignee: Masterchem Industries LLC
    Inventor: Scott G. Manke
  • Patent number: 7207466
    Abstract: An insert for a container includes an outer wall, a upstanding spout, and a bottom wall. The outer wall is configured to fit within an opening of the container and defines the periphery of the insert. The outer wall has a lower edge and an upper edge that is disposed at a first elevation. The upstanding spout is located within the outer wall and includes at least one substantially straight portion. The straight portion has a lower edge as well as a substantially straight upper edge that is disposed at a second elevation less than the first elevation. The bottom wall connects the lower edge of the outer wall and the lower edge of the spout to form a channel between the outer wall and the spout.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2003
    Date of Patent: April 24, 2007
    Assignee: Masterchem Industries LLC
    Inventors: Michael J. Walsh, Edward A. Raleigh, Timothy J. Bierman, Scott G. Manke
  • Patent number: 7156265
    Abstract: A paint container includes a top, a bottom, and at least one side wall. A handle is pivotally attached to the body proximate the top. A recess is disposed in the handle proximate the top of the container when the handle is in a rest position. The handle includes an indentation to receive a hook for supporting the container. The handle also includes a pair of tabs that are received in recesses in the bottom for positive location and secure stacking.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 2, 2007
    Assignee: Masterchem Industries LLC
    Inventors: Michael J. Walsh, Jeffrey A. Schutte, Mark A. Gilbertson, Michael J. Brock, Scott G. Manke, Matthew G. Ackerman
  • Patent number: 7036693
    Abstract: A paint container includes a body having a bottom, a plurality of side walls, and a top. An attachment mechanism is located proximate the top. A cap is configured to be secured to the attachment mechanism. A spout extends upward proximate the top and is at least partially surrounded by the attachment mechanism. A channel located between the attachment mechanism and the spout permits paint spilled into the channel to flow back into the paint container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 5, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 2, 2006
    Assignee: Masterchem Industries LLC
    Inventors: Michael J. Walsh, James N. McDerby, Jr., Norman Morfeld, Cynthia S. Sherrill, Stephen L. Crouse, Douglas W. Newman, Jeffrey A. Schutte, Mark Gilbertson, Scott G. Manke, Michael Brock
  • Patent number: 7014078
    Abstract: A paint container includes a top, a bottom, and at least one side wall. A handle is pivotally attached to the body proximate the top. A finger recess is disposed in the bottom and an access recess is positioned between the bottom and at least one side wall. A user may insert one or more fingers through the access recess and into the finger recess to grasp the body when the body is resting on a flat surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 21, 2006
    Assignee: Masterchem Industries LLC
    Inventors: Michael J. Walsh, Douglas W. Newman, Jeffrey A. Schutte, Scott G Manke, Michael J. Brock, Mark Gilbertson
  • Publication number: 20040164095
    Abstract: An insert for a container includes an outer wall, a upstanding spout, and a bottom wall. The outer wall is configured to fit within an opening of the container and defines the periphery of the insert. The outer wall has a lower edge and an upper edge that is disposed at a first elevation. The upstanding spout is located within the outer wall and includes at least one substantially straight portion. The straight portion has a lower edge as well as a substantially straight upper edge that is disposed at a second elevation less than the first elevation. The bottom wall connects the lower edge of the outer wall and the lower edge of the spout to form a channel between the outer wall and the spout.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2003
    Publication date: August 26, 2004
    Applicants: InForm Product Development, Inc., Masterchem Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. Walsh, Edward A. Raleigh, Timothy J. Bierman, Scott G. Manke
  • Patent number: D500679
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2005
    Assignee: Masterchem Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. Walsh, Mark A. Gilbertson, Michael J. Brock, Scott G. Manke
  • Patent number: D501795
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 15, 2005
    Assignee: Masterchem Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. Walsh, Mark Gilbertson, Michael J. Brock, Scott G. Manke
  • Patent number: D509141
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2004
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2005
    Assignee: Masterchem Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. Walsh, Jeffrey A. Schutte, Douglas W. Newman, Mark Gilbertson, Scott G. Manke, Michael J. Brock
  • Patent number: D510266
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2003
    Date of Patent: October 4, 2005
    Assignee: Masterchem Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Michael J. Walsh, Edward A. Raleigh, Timothy J. Bierman, Scott G. Manke
  • Patent number: D515419
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2006
    Assignee: Masterchem Industries LLC
    Inventor: Scott G. Manke
  • Patent number: D545097
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 26, 2007
    Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Samuel Schlaupitz, Herb Flores Velazquez, Meara Catherine Kelley, David James Wilks, David N. Woods, Scott G. Manke
  • Patent number: D495603
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 7, 2004
    Assignee: Masterchem Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. Walsh, Mark A. Gilbertson, Michael J. Brock, Scott G. Manke
  • Patent number: D497311
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2002
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2004
    Assignee: Masterchem Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. Walsh, Mark A. Gilbertson, Michael J. Brock, Scott G Manke
  • Patent number: D499027
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 30, 2004
    Assignee: Masterchem Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. Walsh, Mark A. Gilbertson, Michael J. Brock, Scott G. Manke