Sheet-carried Indicia Patents (Class 40/360)
  • Patent number: 10427448
    Abstract: A tab system including a tab for attachment to a component, the tab having a display portion proximate to a first edge of the tab and a pair of attachment portions. Each attachment portion is located on a corner of the tab along a second edge opposite from the first edge. Each attachment portion includes curved or angled, generally parallel upper and lower edges, or, alternately each attachment portion includes a pair of generally parallel, spaced-apart outwardly-extending legs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 1, 2019
    Assignee: ACCO Brands Corporation
    Inventors: Edward P. Busam, Kenneth P. Richied, Kevin W. Witter
  • Patent number: 10144368
    Abstract: License plates (10) and number plates of vehicles are frequently forged or used for altered or stolen vehicles. To prevent this, license plates (10) are known, with which a contactlessly readable identification means (19) is associated in a license plate surface (12). This identification means (19) contains relevant data of the vehicle to which the license plate (10) belongs. As the license plate surface (12) is provided, primarily for motor vehicle identification or as a surface for the lettering (15), with numbers and digits for identification purposes, only little space or limited space remains for a further identification means (19). The invention provides a license plate (10) for a vehicle having an identification means (19), in which the at least one identification means (19) is associated with the periphery (13) of the license plate (10) which surrounds the license plate surface (12).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2018
    Assignee: Tönnjes ISI Patent Holding GmbH
    Inventor: Björn Beenken
  • Patent number: 9489871
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention provide an indicator integrated into an item. The indicator includes at least two separation edges. The first separation edge includes a first termination point and a second termination point. The second separation edge includes a third termination point and a fourth termination point. The indicator includes an aperture adjacent to the first and third termination points. The indicator includes a score adjacent to the second and fourth termination points. The indicator is separated from the item along the first and second separation edges using the aperture and folded over the score to an open position such that at least a portion of the indicator extends beyond a perimeter of the item and a void, contiguous with the aperture, exists between the first and second separation edges. The indicator is foldable over the score in an inward direction and an outward direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2016
    Assignee: PDQ MAZOO, LLC
    Inventor: Richard B. Mazursky
  • Patent number: 9114661
    Abstract: A hanging file including a hanging member configured for hanging from a support structure, a tab mechanism including a support portion supported by and extending over the hanging member, and an indexing portion that extends from the support portion, and a file cover including a cover panel having a first folded-over edge portion that is supported in a hanging configuration from the tab mechanism support portion. Also, a hanging file including a hanging member configured for hanging from a support structure, a file cover including a cover panel having a folded-over edge portion that is supported in a hanging configuration from the hanging member, and a support portion supported by and extending over the hanging member, and positioned between the folded-over edge portion and the hanging member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 31, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 25, 2015
    Assignee: R.R. DONNELLEY & SONS COMPANY
    Inventor: Paul F. Dobson
  • Patent number: 9010001
    Abstract: Towel tags to permit minimizing the use of water and detergent during washing and minimizing wear and tear of towels, the spread of germs and diseases between towel users, and minimizing the use of energy, and saving money. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. Any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2015
    Inventors: Susan Manchin, Harvey Katz
  • Publication number: 20140317970
    Abstract: Arrangements relate to identification tags, systems, kits and methods for personal linens. An identification tag can include a main body element and an attachment element operatively connected to the main body element. The main body element includes a recess. The recess includes a sidewall. In some instances, the recess can extend to a depth in a thickness of the main body element, forming a bottom surface. The recess opens to a side of the main body element. The attachment element can be configured to attach to itself or to the main body element so as to form a loop. The identification tag can include a window element retainably engaged in the recess. The identification tag can be attached to the personal linen by the attachment element. The attachment element can engage an attachment point of the personal linen. The personal linen can be a type of towel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 28, 2014
    Publication date: October 30, 2014
    Inventor: Kathlyn Ann Moore
  • Publication number: 20140230294
    Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a strip comprising a first edge and a second edge. The second edge is opposite the first edge. The strip also comprises a strip axis substantially parallel to at least one of the first edge and the second edge. The strip comprises a first strip face and a second strip face defined by the first edge and the second edge. The first strip face is opposite the second strip face. The strip also comprises indicia disposed on at least one of the first strip face and the second strip face. The indicia comprises at least one of a letter, a word, and a symbol. The indicia is positioned at a reading orientation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2014
    Publication date: August 21, 2014
    Applicant: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Andre MELLIN, Emma Lynn SARTINI, Stephen Scott D'SOUZA, Justin Alexander SIMMS
  • Patent number: 8650784
    Abstract: The folder is formed from a single sheet, folded along a fold line to form opposing walls. Each wall, at its top, includes a retaining portion that folds over a metal or plastic channel rod and includes a series of horizontally-spaced holes. The holes extend vertically over the lower edge or a rib of the channel rod. Each channel rod extends laterally past the edge of the folder and includes notches or hook ends that engage a pair of rails. Each tab includes a clip portion that opens downward. The clip portion includes two vertically-oriented inner faces, one or both of which includes inward-facing dimples or protrusions that fit at least partially into the holes in the retaining portion. At least one optional protrusion may be locating, meaning that the top of the protrusion does not engage the channel rod when the tab is fully attached.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2014
    Assignee: Smead Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Marvin Halfen, David J. Gilbertson
  • Patent number: 8649895
    Abstract: A lot of buildings have been built while it is concerned that a building material is used fraudulently. Therefore, the present invention provides a managing method of the material and a system thereof. The present invention provides a managing method including a step of attaching a sheet including a plurality of memories to each surface of a plurality of materials, a step of dividing the plurality of materials with the sheet in accordance with data in the memory, a step of constructing a building by using the divided material in accordance with the data in the memory, and a step of checking the data on the constructed building, which is stored in the plurality of memories.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 12, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2014
    Assignee: Semiconductor Energy Laboratory Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Yoshinobu Asami
  • Patent number: 8528940
    Abstract: A printable form with a printable face ply and a wristband releasably bonded to the printable form. The wristband may be detached from the printable form and secured around a body part for use in identification.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2013
    Assignee: Chicago Tag & Label, Inc.
    Inventors: F. Paul Valenti, Jr., Carl Opel, Daniel Hedger
  • Patent number: 8455073
    Abstract: A label sheet construction including a liner sheet and a facestock sheet releasably adhered to the liner sheet. A plurality of labels and fold lines are die cut in the facestock sheet but not the liner sheet. The fold lines extend between the labels. After the sheet construction has been passed through a printer or copier and the desired indicia printed on the labels, the construction (an upper portion thereof) is bent back along one of the fold lines. This separates a(n) (upper) portion of the label from the underlying liner sheet. The user then easily grasps the upper portion and peels the label off of the liner sheet without tearing the label. When the label has a burst design, it is preferable to have a pair of fold lines for folding the liner sheet away from a portion of the label. The burst design preferably has alternating long and short points.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2013
    Assignee: Avery Dennison Corporation
    Inventors: Jerry G. Hodsdon, Jennifer Lynn Dean
  • Patent number: 8454055
    Abstract: A booklet with removable cards, together with a variety of systems, methods, and applications associated therewith. Embodiments can be incorporated into books, booklets, maps, catalogs, travel guides, schedules, and other printed information and materials. In one embodiment, the booklet comprises a travel guide having a plurality of information cards as pages. Each information card can provide information about a travel destination, language translation, cultural pointers, or other information. The cards are bound using a first ring fastener that can be opened by the reader so that one or more cards can be removed from the booklet, and carried in a wallet, on a second ring fastener, or as a second booklet, distinct from the main booklet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2013
    Inventors: Hui Ting Cheng, Marusia Musacchio
  • Publication number: 20130074381
    Abstract: A file folder assembly or divider with a tab capable of being slid in two non-collinear directions. According to one embodiment, the file folder assembly includes a file folder and a sliding tab assembly. The sliding tab assembly includes a rail secured to the file folder proximate to a top edge of the file folder. The sliding tab assembly also includes a tab and a coupling member. The coupling member couples the tab to the rail in such a way as to permit the tab to be slid horizontally back and forth along the rail and/or to permit the tab to be slid vertically up and down relative to the rail.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2011
    Publication date: March 28, 2013
    Inventors: Vincent H. Bowman, Jeffrey Herz, Jay K. Sato, Weiye Wu
  • Publication number: 20130067781
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to novel and advantageous calendaring systems that include a calendar and a plurality of alert tags. The alert tags are transferable to a second calendar and are also customizable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 17, 2012
    Publication date: March 21, 2013
    Inventor: Mary Beth Martin
  • Patent number: 8398117
    Abstract: A printable form with a printable face ply and a wristband releasably bonded to the printable form. The wristband may be detached from the printable form and secured around a body part for use in identification.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2013
    Assignee: Chicago Tag & Label, Inc.
    Inventors: F. Paul Valenti, Jr., Carl Opel, Daniel Hedger
  • Patent number: 8381648
    Abstract: The present invention provides a page for binding in an album. The page includes a blank, printer paper sheet and a hinge strip mounted along an edge of the printer paper sheet, the hinge strip including a flexible line for allowing the hinge strip to bend along the flexible line and a portion for binding to an album. The paper sheet and the hinge strip are adapted to go through a printer together to provide a ready-to-bind printed page.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 17, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2013
    Assignee: Holmberg Company, Inc.
    Inventor: John Ratzloff
  • Publication number: 20130036637
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention provide for an indicator integrated into an item. The indicator integrated into the item may include at least two separation edges. The first separation edge may include a first termination point and a second termination point. The second separation edge may include a third termination point and a fourth termination point. The indicator integrated into the item may also include an aperture adjacent to the first and third termination points. Further, the indicator integrated into the item may include a score adjacent to the second and fourth termination points. In certain embodiments, the indicator is separated from the item along the first and second separation edges using the aperture and folded over the score to an open position such that at least a portion of the indicator extends beyond a perimeter of the item. Additionally, a void, contiguous with the aperture, exists between the first and second separation edges.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 8, 2011
    Publication date: February 14, 2013
    Applicant: PDQ MAZOO, LLC
    Inventor: Richard B. Mazursky
  • Patent number: 8308054
    Abstract: A customizable folder is disclosed. The folder has an edge portion missing from a cover thereof, and is adapted to receive thereto a complementary piece to complete the space formed by the missing edge portion. Also disclosed is a kit for a customizable folder comprising a customizable folder and a plurality of complementary pieces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 13, 2012
    Assignee: Esselte Corporation
    Inventors: Braden Jones, Juliet Kenney, Lauren Grassia
  • Patent number: 8282133
    Abstract: A printable form with a printable face ply and a wristband releasably bonded to the printable form. The wristband may be detached from the printable form and secured around a body part for use in identification.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2012
    Assignee: Chicago Tag & Label, Inc.
    Inventors: F. Paul Valenti, Jr., Carl Opel, Daniel Hedger
  • Publication number: 20120233894
    Abstract: A tab status indicator system including a generally planar body portion and a tab coupled to the body portion and protruding generally outwardly therefrom. The system further includes an indicator movable between a deployed position, in which the indicator generally overlaps with the tab in a direction generally perpendicular to a plane of the body portion, and a retracted position, in which the indicator does not overlap with the tab or overlaps with the tab less than when the indicator is in the deployed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 23, 2012
    Publication date: September 20, 2012
    Applicant: MEADWESTVACO CORPORATION
    Inventors: Michael D. Rowe, Edward P. Busam, Kenneth P. Richied, Elizabeth A. Lacher
  • Patent number: 8225717
    Abstract: The present invention provides a page for binding in an album. The page includes a blank, printer paper sheet and a hinge strip mounted along an edge of the printer paper sheet, the hinge strip including a flexible line for allowing the hinge strip to bend along the flexible line and a portion for binding to an album. The paper sheet and the hinge strip are adapted to go through a printer together to provide a ready-to-bind printed page.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2012
    Inventor: John Ratzloff
  • Publication number: 20120139227
    Abstract: A tab is provided for notebooks and binders. The tab is placed within the space otherwise occupied by a binding, and thus is protected from wear and does not appreciably increase the overall size of the notebook or binder. The tab may be located at a corner of the binding or at an intermediate point along the binding.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 27, 2011
    Publication date: June 7, 2012
    Applicant: MEADWESTVACO CORPORATION
    Inventors: Edward P. Busam, Kenneth P. Richied, Bhavpreeta Garg, Chad Haas, Ross Worden, Donald G. Bauer
  • Patent number: 8141282
    Abstract: A filing device having retractable tabs is disclosed. The tabs are movable between a retracted position and an extended position, such as to selectively position tabs that are extended along an edge of a folder or divider.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2012
    Assignee: Esselte Corporation
    Inventors: Andrew Goodfellow, Christopher Holman, Braden Jones
  • Patent number: 8128125
    Abstract: A menu, photo, or card display mount includes, low profile article holder corner tabs positioned in pockets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 7, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 6, 2012
    Inventor: Chi Lung Ngan
  • Patent number: 8082843
    Abstract: The present invention provides a page for binding in an album. The page includes a blank, printer paper sheet and a hinge strip mounted along an edge of the printer paper sheet, the hinge strip including a flexible line for allowing the hinge strip to bend along the flexible line and a portion for binding to an album. The paper sheet and the hinge strip are adapted to go through a printer together to provide a ready-to-bind printed page.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2011
    Inventor: John Ratzloff
  • Patent number: 8066306
    Abstract: A printable form comprising a printable face ply and a wristband releasably bonded to a surface of the printable face ply. In at least one embodiment the wristband may be detached from the surface of the printable face ply and secured to around a body part for use in identification. In at least one embodiment the printable face ply comprises one or more labels that may be detached therefrom and applied to the wristband.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 29, 2011
    Assignee: Chicago Tag & Label, Inc.
    Inventors: F. Paul Valenti, Jr., Carl Opel, Daniel Hedger
  • Patent number: 8042837
    Abstract: A bound component including a cover having an outer perimeter, a plurality of pages, and a binding mechanism binding the cover and the plurality of pages together, wherein the binding mechanism includes a plurality of coils. The bound component further includes a sell tag including at least one opening, the at least one opening receiving at least one coil of the binding mechanism therethrough, wherein the sell tag includes a flap which is folded about part of the outer perimeter of the cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2011
    Assignee: MeadWestvaco Corporation
    Inventors: Edward P. Busam, Lisa K. Brooks
  • Patent number: 8024882
    Abstract: A machine-printable sheet material having pop-out index tabs. The index tabs have a printable region on a face of the sheet material opposite from the face from which the index tabs will pop-out. Each index tab is perforated along its perimeter except at a fold line. The index tab is rotatable at the fold line when it pops out. Each index tab has ears that are insertible into slits positioned from the edge of the sheet material such that when the ears are inserted into and engaged with the slits, the printable region extends from the edge of the sheet material to provide an index tab.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2011
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventor: John Falk Kelley
  • Patent number: 7980014
    Abstract: A system for a 3-D tab for a folder, a retrofit for existing folders to have a 3-D tab and a method of making same is disclosed. The 3-D tab is created by an extension or attachable element which can be folded onto itself so that one edge surface is at an angle relative to the panels of the file folder allowing it to be read from the side. This also aids in allowing the tab to be fed through a printer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2009
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2011
    Assignee: Smead Manufacturing Company
    Inventor: David Fasbender
  • Patent number: 7950172
    Abstract: A vehicle identification card has the words SERVICE and READY on its front and rear sides, respectively, and includes a top segment having a horizontal band of static cling vinyl covered by a removable protective liner. Upon removal of the protective liner, the card can be adhered to the inside of a vehicle windshield with the word SERVICE visible from outside the vehicle and the top segment may be folded 180 degrees and adhered to the inside of the vehicle windshield with the word READY visible from outside the vehicle. The card is preferably a two section card with the before mentioned construction in an upper section and having a lower section which includes a removable key tag and a removable vehicle claim ticket. Service personnel can place the card on, and remove the card from, the inside of the vehicle windshield without bodily entering the vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2011
    Assignee: Marjen, Inc.
    Inventor: Mark W. Lewis
  • Patent number: 7950175
    Abstract: A folded folder track with sliding tab either writable and/or channel tab which travels along the folded track area of the folder whereby the user can position the tab wherever it is needed along the top horizontal edge of the folder. This allows every tab in the filing system to be moved into a convenient, viewable position. Also, the user will be able to maintain the files in alpha numeric order without the tabs being hidden behind other tabs or without hiding other tabs which provides for quick and efficient retrieval of folders and the filing of folders. This folded folder track and writable tab will be of various lengths and colors to be of greater value for the user with multiple identification needs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2011
    Inventor: Kitty Kay Kubusheski
  • Patent number: 7921582
    Abstract: A method wherein an indicia is selected from one of diverse indicia sources. A holder may be selected from a holder source, and a display is selected from a display source. The indicia is placed in the display or the indicia and holder unit are placed in the display such that the desired information is displayed. The flap portions of the display are manipulated to expose or conceal releasable. reusable adhesive portions. An easel insert or easel attachment allows for a standing position on a counter top or table.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2011
    Assignee: Aha! Concepts, Inc.
    Inventors: Theodore Nathanson, Craig Nathanson
  • Publication number: 20100287058
    Abstract: A service plan product providing a tangible representation of a service plan includes a support backer and a tag removably coupled with the backer. The tag includes service plan account identification means corresponding to a service plan account stored in a database and plan administrator contact indicia. The tag is configured to be removed from the backer and applied to a primary product for which the service plan is provided, and wherein only the service plan account identification means is required for the service plan administrator to access the database to identify details regarding the service plan account. Related systems and methods are also disclosed and provide additional advantages.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 23, 2010
    Publication date: November 11, 2010
    Applicant: Target Brands, Inc.,
    Inventors: Daniel Rosskamm, Joseph Brenny, Steven Orzel, Stephen L. Eastman
  • Patent number: 7805872
    Abstract: A durable, long lasting mount for display information including a backing sheet for the information sheet-card supports and including a binder insert flap for multiple unit sheet-card supports displayed in a binder cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2010
    Inventor: Chi Lung Ngan
  • Patent number: 7793449
    Abstract: A clip is described that includes a clipping part for clipping to an object, and a tab part arranged to extend from the clipping part. The tab part includes a first plastics material and a second rubber material. This allows the tab part to be marked with ink from a conventional pen.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2004
    Date of Patent: September 14, 2010
    Assignee: Esselte Corporation
    Inventors: Hans-Werner Groch, Steffen Seiffarth
  • Patent number: 7766227
    Abstract: A transaction card includes a base member, an auxiliary member and an account identifier. The base member defines a first surface, a second surface opposite the first surface and a slot extending therethrough. The auxiliary member includes a first section and a handle section and is coupled with the base member such that the first section is disposed on the first surface of the base member. The handle section extends from the first surface, through the slot and to the second surface of the base member such that movement of the handle section causes movement of the auxiliary member relative to the base member. The account identifier is included on one of the base member and the auxiliary member and links the transaction card to at least one of an account and a record.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2010
    Assignee: Target Brands, Inc.
    Inventors: Adam W. Reynolds, Ted C. Halbur, Dennis R. Smith
  • Publication number: 20100095569
    Abstract: This invention is directed toward packs, pads, sheets or rolls of repositionable and reusable sticky notes that are pre-printed with one or more themes, thereby enabling a user of the invention to decorate a home, office, or other structure with the sticky notes to convey a message or expression. The sticky notes are complied in the traditional fashion, with each note having a portion near the top, side, center or bottom or all over if on a roll or sheet which has removable, semi-sticky glue which allows it to stick to a wall. Because the sticky notes are easily removed from the pack, and are pre-printed with the desired message, they are easily placed in large or small quantities on a mirror, wall, floor, ceiling, car, seat, file folder, scrapbook or other hard or soft surface in a decorative manner to send a bold message.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2009
    Publication date: April 22, 2010
    Inventor: Cynthia Sue Hasko Wittke
  • Publication number: 20100077640
    Abstract: A garment tag for organizing a clothing ensemble or wardrobe is disclosed. The garment tag may be associated with a garment or a garment hanger. The garment tag includes a pocket for storing garment accessories to be worn with the particular garment to which the tag is associated and an area for recording information about the garment, such as prior wear or cleaning. The garment tag may include a detachable portion, such as a coupon that may be used for a future garment cleaning.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2008
    Publication date: April 1, 2010
    Inventor: Cathy RANDALL
  • Patent number: 7654201
    Abstract: The present invention provides a page for binding in an album. The page includes a blank, printer paper sheet and a hinge strip mounted along an edge of the printer paper sheet, the hinge strip including a flexible line for allowing the hinge strip to bend along the flexible line and a portion for binding to an album. The paper sheet and the hinge strip are adapted to go through a printer together to provide a ready-to-bind printed page.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 2, 2010
    Assignee: Stone Editions, Inc.
    Inventor: John Ratzloff
  • Publication number: 20100005693
    Abstract: A Linen Identification Tag System for temporarily identifying linens can be used with sheets, towels, napkins, etc. Each linen identification tag comprises an attachment element and an identification element. The attachment element can be any appropriate type of mechanical or magnetic clip, and the identification element can be almost anything. It can hang from the clip or be adhered thereto. It can be soft as an embroidered applique or hard as a metal token. The system can be used by families or other groups traveling on vacation or can be used by clubs, companies, hotels, or others. The sets of Linen ID Tags can share a common theme. Using this identification system ensures that the same person uses the same linens over and over again so that germs are not shared between persons.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2009
    Publication date: January 14, 2010
    Inventors: Katrina Phelps Craycroft, Andrew Boeh Craycroft
  • Patent number: 7553270
    Abstract: A page indicator tab (1) may be provided by cutting out a tongue-like section in parallel with free side edge (2) of a paper page. The section (1) is provided at a predetermined distance from the side edge (2), thus providing a remaining strip (3) between the section (1) and the side edge (2). The section (1) is folded along an oblique line (5) in relation to the side edge (2) and then pushed through a slit (6) already formed between the section (1) and the strip (3). The section (1) is now held in place by the counteracting forces from a base part (4) of the section (1) and the strip (3).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2009
    Inventor: Leif Normann Rasmussen
  • Patent number: 7536812
    Abstract: A system for a 3-D tab for a folder, a retrofit for existing folders to have a 3-D tab and a method of making same is disclosed. The 3-D tab is created by an extension or attachable element which can be folded onto itself so that one edge surface is at an angle relative to the panels of the file folder allowing it to be read from the side. This also aids in allowing the tab to be fed through a printer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2009
    Assignee: Smead Manufacturing Company
    Inventor: David Fasbender
  • Patent number: 7467487
    Abstract: Index tabs having a mechanism for alignment with an edge of a mounting sheet, and methods for making and using the same. Embodiments exemplary of the alignment mechanism include various stopper constructions, pocket constructions, and the like. For example, a pocket can be formed within an index tab, such that the pocket contains an opening at the bottom for receiving an edge of a mounting sheet. The edge of the mounting sheet becomes aligned with the index tab when it fully engages the top of the pocket, which acts as a stopper. After alignment is achieved, the index tab is adhered to the mounting sheet. Various shapes and materials that are beneficial in the new tab constructions are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2008
    Assignee: Avery Dennison Corporation
    Inventors: Jay K. Sato, Norman Yamamoto
  • Publication number: 20080301983
    Abstract: A method of using color or color schemes to simplify the communication to consumers of complex information regarding the combinations and interactions of technically oriented performance attributes that describe the degree of comfort as found in mattresses, mattress foundations, upholstered furniture articles and other articles filled with cushioning materials. Additionally the selected method of using color as a communication tool may be of further benefit in the interaction with consumers by developing strong emotional ties to the consumers purchase decision.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 8, 2007
    Publication date: December 11, 2008
    Inventors: Harrison Murphy, Juraj Michal Daniel Slavik, II
  • Publication number: 20080289232
    Abstract: A precisely measured removable cover for reusable beverage containers with releasable closures. The cover has a flexible sheet with a graphical display imprinted on one side and a cover fastener for removably fastening the cover to a container. The sheet is advantageously adapted to substantially cover the side walls of the container. The cover fastener has one or more releasable closures, and at least one of the releasable closures includes a fluked tab interlock locking tab and slot structure, wherein the fluked tab is on one end of the cover and the slot is proximate the opposite end of the cover and parallel to the fluked tab. A cam/slot paired closure is also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2008
    Publication date: November 27, 2008
    Inventor: Eric W. Richards
  • Patent number: 7437994
    Abstract: The present invention provides a page for binding in an album. The page includes a blank, printer paper sheet and a hinge strip mounted along an edge of the printer paper sheet, the hinge strip including a flexible line for allowing the hinge strip to bend along the flexible line and a portion for binding to an album. The paper sheet and the hinge strip are adapted to go through a printer together to provide a ready-to-bind printed page.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2008
    Assignee: Stone Editions, Inc.
    Inventor: John Ratzloff
  • Patent number: 7389598
    Abstract: An identification system for file folders having a front panel and a rear panel with a fold therebetween forming a pocket into which paper may be placed includes a rail disposed in the vicinity of a top edge of the rear panel of the file folder and extending across a width thereof, and a tab, including a pocket for inserting a file identifier, supported in frictional engagement with the rail for sliding motion on the rail across the width of the file folder. This permits easy adjustment of tabs as file folders are inserted and removed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2008
    Inventors: Kevin Joseph Bunger, Dennen John Bunger
  • Patent number: 7383652
    Abstract: A stationery accessory system comprises a slidable tab including indicia of contents contained in or demarcated by the stationery accessory system and a sheet-like member including a rail; one of the slidable tab and the rail having a channel defined along a longitudinal aspect thereof, the channel defined by a wall of the rail, and the channel having a longitudinal opening narrower than a width interior to the channel measured parallel to the longitudinal opening; and the other of the slidable tab and the rail having an expanded edge, the expanded edge having a width greater than the longitudinal opening such that the channel and the expanded edge are slidably engageable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2008
    Assignee: Fastrack LLC
    Inventor: Evan Glasberg
  • Patent number: 7360329
    Abstract: The reinforced file folder has a paper substrate which is reinforced with a breathable film having desirable properties with respect to wear. Preferably, the film is a cellulous based material adhered to the paper substrate in a manner that renders the product easily recycled. The cellulose film with a matte finished upper surface provides strong adhesion with file folder labels. The film preferably covers most of the outer surface of the front and back panels with the film applied either side of the labeling tab.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 5, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2008
    Assignee: Tab Products of Canada Ltd.
    Inventors: Arman Gilbert Bourgoin, Tyrone Michael Chin, Ross Murray Nepean
  • Patent number: 7334363
    Abstract: Index tab holders are movably mounted on top portions of file folders or data separation sheets to locate the tab holders in selected lateral locations without removing the tab holders from the file folders. Linear rails associated with the top portions of the file folders cooperate with ribs on the tab holders to mount and laterally guide the tab holders on the file folders.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2008
    Inventor: Merrill J. Hansen