Sheet-carried Indicia Patents (Class 40/360)
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Patent number: 10427448Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: January 25, 2012Date of Patent: October 1, 2019Assignee: ACCO Brands CorporationInventors: Edward P. Busam, Kenneth P. Richied, Kevin W. Witter
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Patent number: 10144368Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: June 27, 2015Date of Patent: December 4, 2018Assignee: Tönnjes ISI Patent Holding GmbHInventor: Björn Beenken
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Patent number: 9489871Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: August 8, 2011Date of Patent: November 8, 2016Assignee: PDQ MAZOO, LLCInventor: Richard B. Mazursky
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Patent number: 9114661Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: December 31, 2012Date of Patent: August 25, 2015Assignee: R.R. DONNELLEY & SONS COMPANYInventor: Paul F. Dobson
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Patent number: 9010001Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: March 7, 2012Date of Patent: April 21, 2015Inventors: Susan Manchin, Harvey Katz
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Publication number: 20140317970Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: April 28, 2014Publication date: October 30, 2014Inventor: Kathlyn Ann Moore
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Publication number: 20140230294Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: February 18, 2014Publication date: August 21, 2014Applicant: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Andre MELLIN, Emma Lynn SARTINI, Stephen Scott D'SOUZA, Justin Alexander SIMMS
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Patent number: 8650784Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: November 30, 2010Date of Patent: February 18, 2014Assignee: Smead Manufacturing CompanyInventors: Marvin Halfen, David J. Gilbertson
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Patent number: 8649895Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: April 12, 2006Date of Patent: February 11, 2014Assignee: Semiconductor Energy Laboratory Co., Ltd.Inventor: Yoshinobu Asami
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Patent number: 8528940Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: January 28, 2011Date of Patent: September 10, 2013Assignee: Chicago Tag & Label, Inc.Inventors: F. Paul Valenti, Jr., Carl Opel, Daniel Hedger
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Patent number: 8455073Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: October 14, 2009Date of Patent: June 4, 2013Assignee: Avery Dennison CorporationInventors: Jerry G. Hodsdon, Jennifer Lynn Dean
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Patent number: 8454055Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: August 27, 2008Date of Patent: June 4, 2013Inventors: Hui Ting Cheng, Marusia Musacchio
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Publication number: 20130074381Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: September 26, 2011Publication date: March 28, 2013Inventors: Vincent H. Bowman, Jeffrey Herz, Jay K. Sato, Weiye Wu
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Publication number: 20130067781Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: September 17, 2012Publication date: March 21, 2013Inventor: Mary Beth Martin
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Patent number: 8398117Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: January 28, 2011Date of Patent: March 19, 2013Assignee: Chicago Tag & Label, Inc.Inventors: F. Paul Valenti, Jr., Carl Opel, Daniel Hedger
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Patent number: 8381648Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: May 17, 2012Date of Patent: February 26, 2013Assignee: Holmberg Company, Inc.Inventor: John Ratzloff
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Publication number: 20130036637Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: August 8, 2011Publication date: February 14, 2013Applicant: PDQ MAZOO, LLCInventor: Richard B. Mazursky
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Patent number: 8308054Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: May 15, 2008Date of Patent: November 13, 2012Assignee: Esselte CorporationInventors: Braden Jones, Juliet Kenney, Lauren Grassia
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Patent number: 8282133Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: January 28, 2011Date of Patent: October 9, 2012Assignee: Chicago Tag & Label, Inc.Inventors: F. Paul Valenti, Jr., Carl Opel, Daniel Hedger
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Publication number: 20120233894Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: April 23, 2012Publication date: September 20, 2012Applicant: MEADWESTVACO CORPORATIONInventors: Michael D. Rowe, Edward P. Busam, Kenneth P. Richied, Elizabeth A. Lacher
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Patent number: 8225717Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: November 28, 2011Date of Patent: July 24, 2012Inventor: John Ratzloff
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Publication number: 20120139227Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: May 27, 2011Publication date: June 7, 2012Applicant: MEADWESTVACO CORPORATIONInventors: Edward P. Busam, Kenneth P. Richied, Bhavpreeta Garg, Chad Haas, Ross Worden, Donald G. Bauer
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Patent number: 8141282Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: January 16, 2008Date of Patent: March 27, 2012Assignee: Esselte CorporationInventors: Andrew Goodfellow, Christopher Holman, Braden Jones
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Patent number: 8128125Abstract: A menu, photo, or card display mount includes, low profile article holder corner tabs positioned in pockets.Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2009Date of Patent: March 6, 2012Inventor: Chi Lung Ngan
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Patent number: 8082843Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: December 17, 2009Date of Patent: December 27, 2011Inventor: John Ratzloff
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Patent number: 8066306Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: May 26, 2009Date of Patent: November 29, 2011Assignee: Chicago Tag & Label, Inc.Inventors: F. Paul Valenti, Jr., Carl Opel, Daniel Hedger
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Patent number: 8042837Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: August 17, 2007Date of Patent: October 25, 2011Assignee: MeadWestvaco CorporationInventors: Edward P. Busam, Lisa K. Brooks
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Patent number: 8024882Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: January 16, 2009Date of Patent: September 27, 2011Assignee: International Business Machines CorporationInventor: John Falk Kelley
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Patent number: 7980014Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: April 23, 2009Date of Patent: July 19, 2011Assignee: Smead Manufacturing CompanyInventor: David Fasbender
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Patent number: 7950172Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: November 10, 2008Date of Patent: May 31, 2011Assignee: Marjen, Inc.Inventor: Mark W. Lewis
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Patent number: 7950175Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: August 10, 2009Date of Patent: May 31, 2011Inventor: Kitty Kay Kubusheski
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Patent number: 7921582Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: July 9, 2007Date of Patent: April 12, 2011Assignee: Aha! Concepts, Inc.Inventors: Theodore Nathanson, Craig Nathanson
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Publication number: 20100287058Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: July 23, 2010Publication date: November 11, 2010Applicant: Target Brands, Inc.,Inventors: Daniel Rosskamm, Joseph Brenny, Steven Orzel, Stephen L. Eastman
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Patent number: 7805872Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: August 8, 2008Date of Patent: October 5, 2010Inventor: Chi Lung Ngan
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Patent number: 7793449Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: September 29, 2004Date of Patent: September 14, 2010Assignee: Esselte CorporationInventors: Hans-Werner Groch, Steffen Seiffarth
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Patent number: 7766227Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: December 27, 2007Date of Patent: August 3, 2010Assignee: Target Brands, Inc.Inventors: Adam W. Reynolds, Ted C. Halbur, Dennis R. Smith
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Publication number: 20100095569Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2009Publication date: April 22, 2010Inventor: Cynthia Sue Hasko Wittke
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Publication number: 20100077640Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: September 26, 2008Publication date: April 1, 2010Inventor: Cathy RANDALL
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Patent number: 7654201Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: October 6, 2008Date of Patent: February 2, 2010Assignee: Stone Editions, Inc.Inventor: John Ratzloff
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Publication number: 20100005693Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: July 14, 2009Publication date: January 14, 2010Inventors: Katrina Phelps Craycroft, Andrew Boeh Craycroft
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Patent number: 7553270Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: March 14, 2005Date of Patent: June 30, 2009Inventor: Leif Normann Rasmussen
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Patent number: 7536812Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: March 15, 2007Date of Patent: May 26, 2009Assignee: Smead Manufacturing CompanyInventor: David Fasbender
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Patent number: 7467487Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: October 2, 2001Date of Patent: December 23, 2008Assignee: Avery Dennison CorporationInventors: Jay K. Sato, Norman Yamamoto
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Publication number: 20080301983Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2007Publication date: December 11, 2008Inventors: Harrison Murphy, Juraj Michal Daniel Slavik, II
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Publication number: 20080289232Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: March 27, 2008Publication date: November 27, 2008Inventor: Eric W. Richards
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Patent number: 7437994Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: March 24, 2004Date of Patent: October 21, 2008Assignee: Stone Editions, Inc.Inventor: John Ratzloff
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Patent number: 7389598Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: April 27, 2005Date of Patent: June 24, 2008Inventors: Kevin Joseph Bunger, Dennen John Bunger
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Patent number: 7383652Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: September 15, 2004Date of Patent: June 10, 2008Assignee: Fastrack LLCInventor: Evan Glasberg
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Patent number: 7360329Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: February 5, 2004Date of Patent: April 22, 2008Assignee: Tab Products of Canada Ltd.Inventors: Arman Gilbert Bourgoin, Tyrone Michael Chin, Ross Murray Nepean
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Patent number: 7334363Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: June 14, 2005Date of Patent: February 26, 2008Inventor: Merrill J. Hansen