Candle, E.g., Taper, Etc. Patents (Class 431/288)
  • Patent number: 11781089
    Abstract: Multiple candle wicks include a wick construction having at least one pair of substantially parallel elongate candle wicks which are laterally separated from one another, and a ladder filament connecting the pair of candle wicks. The ladder filament extends back and forth between the candle wicks (e.g., at substantially 90° relative to the elongate axes of the wicks) and is of sufficient flexural stiffness so as to resiliently bias the pair of candle wicks from a compacted position and into a spread position following release of an applied bending force. A multiple candle wick assembly includes such a wick construction whereby the crossing portions of the ladder filament are bent around an exterior circumferential portion of an elongate core element so as to assume a general U-shape around the exterior circumferential portion thereof and to place the candle wicks into the compacted position thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 10, 2023
    Assignee: FIL-TEC HOLDINGS, INC.
    Inventors: Kyle R. Staley, Andrew L. Wallech, Lesa F. Bowers, Charles H. Rockwell, Amir Yaraghi, Vincent E. Schoeck, Jr.
  • Patent number: 11697242
    Abstract: A method of additive manufacturing is comprised of providing a material comprised of a ethyl cellulose polymer having an ethoxy content of 43% to 52% by mass and a plasticizer. The material is heated and dispensed through a nozzle to form an extrudate deposited on a base. The base, nozzle or combination thereof is moved while dispensing the material so that there is horizontal displacement between the base and nozzle in a predetermined pattern to form an initial layer of the material on the base and successive layers of the material are adhered on the initial layer to form an additive manufactured part by repeating the aforementioned steps. The article formed of the ethyl cellulose polymer may be used in many applications such as those related to the pharmaceutical and food industries.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2023
    Assignee: Nutrition & Biosciences USA 1, LLC
    Inventors: Roland Bayer, Aleksander J. Pyzik, Sharon Allen, Scott T. Matteucci
  • Patent number: 10739416
    Abstract: A gas cell includes a cell main body having a first chamber defined by an inner wall, and a first paraffin film provided on the inner wall, wherein in the first chamber, a gas which interacts with an electromagnetic wave is stored, the first paraffin film is a pure paraffin film, and a paraffin constituting the first paraffin film is arranged such that the directions of the molecular axes are aligned.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2020
    Assignee: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION
    Inventors: Kimio Nagasaka, Eiichi Fujii, Yasushi Tsuchiya
  • Patent number: 10619122
    Abstract: A wickless candle is provided, the candle comprising one or more sheets, the sheet including a first outer layer, a second outer layer and an inner layer therebetween to provide a thickness, the first outer layer and the second outer layer including a beeswax-based formulation, the inner layer including the beeswax-based formulation and a combustible substrate, the substrate including a plurality of fibers and a plurality of interstitial spaces between the fibers, the interstitial spaces retaining the beeswax-based formulation, wherein the beeswax-formulation in the interstitial spaces is continuous with the beeswax-based formulation of the first outer layer and the second outer layer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2018
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2020
    Assignee: ABEEGO DESIGNS INC.
    Inventor: Toni Marie Desrosiers
  • Patent number: 10316474
    Abstract: Provided is an elastic infill for artificial turf. The elastic infill is produced by pelletization of an elastomer composition comprising a silane coupling agent and a mixture of an olefin copolymer-containing base resin and an inorganic filler. The silane coupling agent is present in admixture with the mixture. Alternatively, the silane coupling agent may be grafted onto the olefin copolymer to allow cross-linking of the olefin copolymer in the presence of water.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2019
    Assignee: FINE CHEMICAL CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Sung Yull Lee
  • Patent number: 10215352
    Abstract: A decorative, imitation candle is provided that simulates a lighted wood or wood-like wick by covering the lighting element, such as a LED, under or within a wood-like wick. Optionally, an electronic chip may be connected to a power source to provide sounds of wood burning or crackling when the lighting element is operating, and/or may be operated by remote control.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2016
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2019
    Assignee: MerchSource, LLC
    Inventor: Kristy Janczak
  • Patent number: 10184093
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a method of making a decorative candle. According to an embodiment, the method includes disposing a dye on at least part of an inner surface of a container and providing wax, in fluid form, in a cavity of the container. The cavity is defined by a base and a sidewall, and an opening provides access to the cavity. According to another embodiment, the decorative candle comprises a candle unit comprising a core comprising a first portion of wax, and a first patterned layer comprising a dye dispersed in a second portion of the wax, the first patterned layer enclosing at least a portion of the core. The thickness of the first patterned layer is less than or equal to about 0.25 inch, and the core is substantially free of the dye.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 22, 2019
    Assignee: ALENE CANDLES LLC
    Inventors: Maxim T. Donnelly, Lilia M. Morales, Thomas E. Donnelly
  • Patent number: 10130730
    Abstract: Wax melt compositions loaded with a volatile agent for release therefrom having beneficial performance properties and behavior are disclosed and described. In certain embodiments, such was melt compositions can include a wax component, a releasable volatile agent, a first inorganic thickener that is hydrophobically modified, and a second inorganic thickener.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2018
    Assignee: Henkel IP & Holding GmbH
    Inventors: Terannie Vazquez Alvarez, Tyler Mikkelsen, Kevin Hafer, Debra A. Park
  • Patent number: 10077408
    Abstract: Fire enhancement devices and methods for manufacturing and using the same are disclosed. The fire enhancement devices may include wax, cotton fibers, cotton seeds, ground cotton plant material, gum resin, and/or a wick. The fire enhancement devices may be manufactured by placing one or more layers of cotton fibers and cotton seeds, pouring a mixture of the cotton plant material and gum resin over at least one of the layers, pouring melted wax over the layers, and adding a wick.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 18, 2018
    Assignee: MickWick, LLC
    Inventor: Patrick Mick
  • Patent number: 9982219
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to candle compositions. In particular, the disclosure relates to rice bran wax/coconut oil candle compositions and methods for making such compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2018
    Inventor: Jessica Waters
  • Patent number: 9816052
    Abstract: Candle products may be made from a fuel source that contains a high oleic vegetable oil and a gelling agent. The high oleic vegetable oil may contain by weight percentage a fatty acid content of free fatty acids and/or fatty acids bound in triglyceride form, of: greater than 50% and less than about 99% of C18:1; and a combined C18:2 and C18:3 content of less than about 30%. Useful gelling agents may include fatty alcohols, fatty acids, dicarboxylic acids and combinations thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 14, 2017
    Assignee: Candle-Lite Company, LLC
    Inventor: Russell A. Grimm
  • Patent number: 9816053
    Abstract: A wooden wick comprising a strip of wood. Such wick further includes a wood booster member connected to the strip of wood. At least the strip of wood or the booster member comprises a grain, wherein the grain is figured.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 14, 2017
    Inventor: Melynda S DelCotto
  • Patent number: 9796946
    Abstract: A wooden wick for use in a wax candle comprising a strip of a predetermined wood having each of a first predetermined length, a first predetermined width and a first predetermined thickness. Such wick further includes a wood booster member having each of a second predetermined length, a second predetermined width and a second predetermined thickness adhered to the strip of wood.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2017
    Assignee: DELCOTTO IP, LLC.
    Inventors: Melynda Suzanne Delcotto, Justin Damiani
  • Patent number: 9441186
    Abstract: The candle uses wax beads produced using existing equipment. The wax beads are transported to a bead hopper and the bead hopper deposits a volume of wax beads into jars prepared with a wick. Concurrently the jars are vibrated using a continuous vibratory motor to settle the wax beads for increased wax bead density. The filled jars are then transported to an in-container wax bead compression system where an automated plunging device compresses the wax beads. Jars are then transported by in-line conveyor to a wide conveyor. The jars are then filled at a liquid wax depositing station where the wax has been heated to its melting point and deposited into the jar to fill the void left by the in-container wax bead Compression system. The filled candle is then cooled to solidification. The finished candle is then ready for packing, distribution, sale, and use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 5, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2016
    Assignee: The Yankee Candle Company, Inc.
    Inventors: John E. Cagle, Robert W. Brown, Michael P. Patterson
  • Patent number: 9314945
    Abstract: The present invention discloses the method for producing artificial stone using used ground coffee including the steps of drying the used ground coffee; mixing and stirring resin, color and metal salt initiator thoroughly; then mixing used ground coffee, calcium carbonate or aluminum trihydrate (ATH) or mixtures of both calcium carbonate and aluminum trihydrate and peroxide with mixtures of resin, color and metal salt initiator; then stirring whole mixtures and leaving the mixtures to form a gel; next filling the mold with gelated mixtures and leaving them for setting at room temperature; removing and drying artificial stone in an oven to complete the reaction and to achieve the excellent product; then coating products with waterproof agents (Water Repellant; Water Repellant Preservative) or coated with resin as lacquer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2016
    Assignee: Sonite Innovative Surfaces Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Nithiphan Darakananda
  • Patent number: 9039409
    Abstract: A candle having a body of a meltable fuel and a planar wick. When lit, the candle provides a unique flame formation, usable in a variety of decorative applications. The wick can be configured to evenly deplete the meltable fuel, while allowing for candles having relatively large and unique body configurations. The body of candle and/or the wick may include scented oil to promote the release of fragrance upon heating. The wick preferably is formed of wood, thereby providing an acoustic contribution to ambiance and improved combustion that generates less soot than conventional cotton wick candles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2015
    Assignee: LUMETIQUE, INC.
    Inventor: DayNa M Decker
  • Patent number: 8968665
    Abstract: The present invention relates to candles capable of diffusing a plurality of volatile active substances simultaneously, a base portion, at least one wick and a plurality of cartridges carrying the volatile active substances to be diffused, the base portion being provided with a plurality of holes adapted to receive the cartridges. The invention further relates to a method for diffusing a plurality of active substances simultaneously comprising manufacturing and burning such candle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2015
    Assignee: Firmenich SA
    Inventor: Gerald Allison
  • Patent number: 8961171
    Abstract: A candle having a body of a meltable fuel and a planar wick. When lit, the candle provides a unique flame formation, usable in a variety of decorative applications. The wick can be configured to evenly deplete the meltable fuel, while allowing for candles having relatively large and unique body configurations. The body of candle and/or the wick may include scented oil to promote the release of fragrance upon heating. The wick preferably is formed of wood, thereby providing an acoustic contribution to ambiance and improved combustion that generates less soot than conventional cotton wick candles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Assignee: Lumetique, Inc.
    Inventor: DayNa M Decker
  • Patent number: 8939758
    Abstract: Candle compositions are disclosed which include a high concentration of liquid oils, yet are solid due the incorporation of wax-monoesters; thereby enhancing the scope, quality and functionality of candles. The wax-monoesters may be obtained from natural plant based waxes, including rice bran wax. Candles based on the candle compositions and methods of making the compositions are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2015
    Assignee: Global Agritech, Inc.
    Inventor: Dharma R. Kodali
  • Publication number: 20140370450
    Abstract: Devices dispenser treatment chemicals in response to heat generated by a candle. Heat transfer elements carry flame heat to an impregnated substrate that is positioned mostly or entirely below the candle. The air treatment chemical vapors are kept away from prolonged direct exposure to flame heat, thereby reducing heat degradation of the active. The candle automatically adjusts heat transfer rates to correct for decreasing amounts of active on the substrate as the substrate sears being used up.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2013
    Publication date: December 18, 2014
    Inventors: Nitin Sharma, Allyce M. Gilligan
  • Patent number: 8894409
    Abstract: The present invention provides, inter alia, a colored flame candle. This colored flame candle contains: a wick, a body of solid combustible material surrounding the wick except a tip portion of the wick, and a first encapsulated color agent adapted to color a flame of the candle, which color agent is dispersed within the solid combustible material and/or on the wick. Also provided is a wick for a colored flame candle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2014
    Assignee: La Torre Innovation LLC
    Inventors: Justin S. La Torre, John D. Blizzard
  • Patent number: 8882496
    Abstract: A container candle having improved burn performance and fragrance delivery is described. The container candle includes a container, a non-cylindrical insert with wick, and a fill material. The non-cylindrical insert provides auto-centering of the wick in the container candle and even burning of the candle by centrally positioning and retention of the wick in the container. The non-cylindrical insert has a top surface which transitions into tapered side walls which in turn transition to a base having a bottom surface, with the top surface being of a lesser diameter than the diameter of the bottom surface. An upper portion of the wick extends beyond the top surface of the insert. The fill material is situated in the container around the insert in an amount at least substantially sufficient to cover the insert but not cover the upper portion of the wick extending out of the insert.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2014
    Assignee: S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
    Inventors: Bradley J. Dickmann, Steven W. Ivanisko, Kara L. Lakatos
  • Patent number: 8876918
    Abstract: Bio-based wax compositions contain at least one of the following components: epoxides of non-hydrogenated vegetable oils, epoxides of fatty acid esters. epoxides of tall oil fatty acid esters, chemically modified epoxides of non-hydrogenated vegetable oils, chemically modified epoxides of fatty acid esters, and chemically modified epoxides of tall oil fatty acid esters. The wax compositions can be used to produce candle sticks, container candles and/or composite materials.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2014
    Assignee: Galata Chemicals, LLC
    Inventors: Andrew J. Clock, Steven McKeown, Eric Wisnefsky, Peter Frenkel
  • Patent number: 8870565
    Abstract: The invention relates to a candle burning device, for example, a candle follower, which comprises a substantially planar body defining an outer rim, a plurality of vent openings, and an approximately centralized depressed recess, the recess defining an aperture for receiving a candle wick; a flange extending downward from the outer rim of the body; and wherein the device is formed of a heat conducting material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2014
    Inventor: Sal Knight
  • Patent number: 8840399
    Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing candles, to the candles produced by this production method and to the device used in the production thereof. The invention relates to a novel method for producing candles ranging from simple shapes to decorative, ornamental, three-dimensional objects, from slabs of wax, wax profiles and wax molds, comprising an independently inserted wick, e.g. linear, arched or branched, and to a novel device for producing decorative slabs of wax as semi-finished products, inter alia for use in the above-mentioned method for producing candles. The invention also relates to candles that are produced using said device and said method.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 23, 2014
    Assignee: Alusi Europa Limited
    Inventor: Maha Alusi
  • Publication number: 20140199646
    Abstract: A festive cake decoration and wax-type confection made of a complex mixture of waxes, organic fibers, sweeteners, and which optionally includes at least one natural gum. The invention is capable of carrying and sustaining a flame when placed adjacent to a source of combustion. Once the invention is lit, the food matter of the invention oxidizes at a temperature of 125° F. (52° C.).
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 9, 2013
    Publication date: July 17, 2014
    Applicant: EAT THE CANDLE, LLC
    Inventors: Robert Beadles, Nicole Beadles
  • Patent number: 8708694
    Abstract: A wooden wick for use in a wax candle comprising a strip of a predetermined wood having each of a first predetermined length, a first predetermined width and a first predetermined thickness. Such wick further includes a booster member having each of a second predetermined length, a second predetermined width and a second predetermined thickness adhered to the strip of wood.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2014
    Assignee: Dream Wick Inc.
    Inventors: Melynda Suzanne Delcotto, Justin Damiani
  • Patent number: 8668492
    Abstract: A removable, candle wick for its ability to be removed from a body of meltable wax and replaced on the same body of meltable wax or placed on a different body of wax. Being anchored on a metal wick tab allows wick to be placed on top of a flat wax surface with stem portion being ignited with a flame. As wax melts the wick tab sinks into the wax and can be extinguished and removed from wax before wax hardens and then placed in a container and reused as desired. The wick will burn wax completely and evenly, and after burning a body of wax, entirely extinguished and placed on a new body of wax to start a new burning. The wick will burn as long as it comes in contact with a meltable body of wax.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 11, 2014
    Inventor: Jacqueline Elaine Carroll
  • Patent number: 8651855
    Abstract: A candle includes a vessel of some volume containing some smaller volume of at least one variety of wax beads, having a diameter of less than or equal to 2.35 millimeters and in most embodiments also including a particular fragrance and color pigment. The was beads topped with a solid wax topping. The solid wax topping may cover the entire exposed surface of the candle, holding the wax beads in place during shipping and use and holding the wick in a centralized location.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2014
    Assignee: The Yankee Candle Company, Inc.
    Inventors: John E. Cagle, Hope M. Klein, Lauren O'Hara
  • Patent number: 8641413
    Abstract: A device for producing a stable and augmented flame includes a fluid-inducing assembly and a shield. The fluid-inducing assembly includes a flow-diverting mechanism defining a flow-intake end and a flow-accelerating end and includes a plurality of vanes extending from the flow-intake end to the flow-accelerating end. The plurality of vanes is circumferentially disposed and spaced from one another. Furthermore, two vanes include a space defined therebetween, and the space defines a passage which is spiral-shaped. The flow-diverting mechanism further includes a covering member with an enclosed circumferential edge circumferentially surrounded. Thus, each vane in the flow-accelerating end is encircled by the covering member, and each vane in the flow-intake end is exposed to outside and not covered by the covering member. In addition, the shield is hollow and is disposed above the fluid-inducing assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2014
    Assignee: Pro-Iroda Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Wei-Long Chen, Jan-Nan Chen
  • Publication number: 20140004472
    Abstract: The present invention is directed, in general, to a candle, including: an inner core, made from a first material with a first melting point; an outer section, made from a second material with a second melting point, the second melting point being greater than the first melting point; and the outer section including one or more portions joined by one or more lines of weakness such that one or more of the portions of the outer section may be removed from the candle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2013
    Publication date: January 2, 2014
    Inventor: Haroot Tovanyan
  • Patent number: 8551195
    Abstract: A composition and method is disclosed for a wickless semi-liquid candle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Inventors: Robby Craig Mitchell, Lesinee Mitchell
  • Publication number: 20130252187
    Abstract: Layer candle made of the granulated product is provided with the outer hardened layer (1), and the candle inside is filled with the loose granulated product. The method of layer candle manufacturing consists in the preliminary heating of the outer layer of the candle and its further forming in the process of pressing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 21, 2011
    Publication date: September 26, 2013
    Applicant: KORONA SA
    Inventors: Andrzej Wróbel, Jaroslaw Wolowiec, Monika Zawadzka
  • Publication number: 20130236843
    Abstract: A solid olive oil candle possessing a density of at least 750 gr/cm3 and a method for the production thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2013
    Publication date: September 12, 2013
    Applicant: NER LAMEA LTD.
    Inventor: Avi KOSOVSKI-SHAHOR
  • Patent number: 8506289
    Abstract: A candle holder apparatus for housing a candle and a method for using such a device, the candle holder apparatus comprising a body having an open top, at least one body wall, and a cavity configured to house a candle. The candle holder further comprises a heat deflecting shield and a cover having a recess configured to house the heat deflecting shield. The heat deflecting shield is seated in the cover recess such that an air gap is formed between the heat deflecting shield and an inner surface of the cover. This air gap insulates and decreases the top surface temperatures of the cover, allowing a user to touch the cover without being burned. Further, the candle holder cover is configured to fit on the open top of the candle holder body. Vent openings are disposed in the wall of the candle holder body to permit airflow between the cavity and the exterior when the cover is atop the body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 13, 2013
    Assignee: Bath & Body Works Brand Management, Inc.
    Inventors: Charles C. McGuigan, Thomas E. Mazurek, Heather M. Mastny
  • Publication number: 20130183629
    Abstract: An eversible candle holder comprises a flexible generally cylindrical body capable of being manipulated between rest and everted configurations, the body having sidewalls extending upwardly from a base. In the rest configuration the central portion of a heat sink is seated on a central pedestal of the base and a horizontal lip extending from a skirt wall depending from the pedestal's central portion is disposed in an inwardly-facing recess in a recessed perimeter portion of the base and is locked in the recess by an overlapping inwardly-extending retaining flange. In an everted configuration, the locking flange is rotated outwardly about an annular hinge section away from the central pedestal opening the recess a sufficient width to release the lip, enabling removal of the heat sink from the base, and facilitating disposal of candle wax accumulated in the bottom of the holder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 11, 2013
    Publication date: July 18, 2013
    Inventor: Daniel L. Gan
  • Patent number: 8485814
    Abstract: A decorative molded candle and method of making the candle is disclosed in which coloring agents are limited to the outer peripheral surface of the candle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2013
    Assignee: rareEARTH, LLC
    Inventors: Sherri L. Jobelius, Brian T. Paulsen
  • Publication number: 20130157207
    Abstract: A substantially planar wick is formed with a two- or three-dimensional pattern.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 14, 2012
    Publication date: June 20, 2013
    Applicant: Smith Mountain Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Mark A. Spangler
  • Patent number: 8439668
    Abstract: A container for holding a combustible is provided, the container having a first portion for receiving the combustible and a second portion containing an extinguishing substance, characterized in that the extinguishing substance is in thermal contact with the first portion and is adapted to be set free if it exceeds a predefined temperature. Also provided is a candle comprising such a container, wherein the first portion contains candle wax, lamp oil or petroleum gel, and a wick.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2013
    Assignee: SER S.p.A.
    Inventor: Piergiorgio Ambroggio
  • Publication number: 20130084535
    Abstract: The invention relates to a multi-colored, multi-scented candle, comprising a solidified block of fuel and a wick embedded therein, wherein the solidified block of fuel comprises two, three or more distinct fuel members strung on the wick and partially or completely embedded in the outer fuel portion of the solidified block of fuel, wherein a first member and a second member of said distinct fuel members are adjacent and have different scents and different colors. Further described is a process for producing such a candle. The invention also relates to the use of a candle for conveying a multi-color and/or multi-scent experience to and to a corresponding method.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 26, 2010
    Publication date: April 4, 2013
    Applicant: SYMRISE AG
    Inventors: Norbert A. Braun, Tee Yong Tan, Klaus Christian Meyer
  • Publication number: 20130071799
    Abstract: This disclosure concerns methods for manufacturing candles using a high-purity stearin that may be produced from certain hydrogenated sunflower oils without requiring the separation of stearin from other fatty acids in the hydrogenated oil. This disclosure also concerns candles made by the foregoing manufacturing process, which candles may be of higher quality and cheaper to manufacture than conventional candles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 2, 2012
    Publication date: March 21, 2013
    Applicant: DOW AGROSCIENCES LLC
    Inventor: Dow AgroSciences LLC
  • Patent number: 8393317
    Abstract: The invention comprises a fuel package comprising a vessel, a fuel, a combustion-restricting choke plate and a sealed lidding.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2013
    Assignee: Societe Bic
    Inventors: Chad M. Sorenson, David C. Franchino, Mark Schweiger, Tom Bush
  • Publication number: 20130045453
    Abstract: A heat source including a novel fuel blend disposed within a fuel canister and a wick for transporting the fuel from the interior of the canister to the exterior. The fuel may be a blend of monoethylene glycol and at least one additional glycol or glycol ether, or a blend of monoethylene glycol and at least one alcohol.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 15, 2012
    Publication date: February 21, 2013
    Inventors: Shane Peck, Duwaine Edward Dorries
  • Publication number: 20130029275
    Abstract: Decorated candles and a process for obtaining the same, relate to candles having decorative patterns protected with a transparent lining. The candles exhibit a decoration similar to decoration of porcelain items, simulating porcelain candles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 25, 2010
    Publication date: January 31, 2013
    Applicant: ARTCANDLE - TRANSFORMACAO E COMERCIO DE VELAS, UNIPESSOAL, LDA.
    Inventor: Joao Maria Trigueiros de Sousa Alvim
  • Patent number: 8348662
    Abstract: A candle having a body of a meltable fuel and a planar wick. When lit, the candle provides a unique flame formation, usable in a variety of decorative applications. The wick can be configured to evenly deplete the meltable fuel, while allowing for candles having relatively large and unique body configurations. The body of candle and/or the wick may include scented oil to promote the release of fragrance upon heating. The wick preferably is formed of wood, thereby providing an acoustic contribution to ambiance and improved combustion that generates less soot than conventional cotton wick candles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 15, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 8, 2013
    Assignee: Lumetique, Inc.
    Inventor: DayNa M. Decker
  • Patent number: 8342839
    Abstract: An assembly is provided whereby a candle holder is supported within a bottle and the bottle has no bottom and a single assembly supports both the candle holder and bottle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2013
    Inventor: Roy Rindom
  • Patent number: 8333585
    Abstract: A glass pear shape candle jar that has inter-locking top and bottom candle pieces that collectively it forms a 4-in-1 candle set. This multi-purpose inter-locking candle jar set, has four difference types of candles. This inter-locking candle jar set is a 4-in-1 set comprising of: The use of a main full size candle jar, an upright flat dome top candle, a dinner candle holder within the flat dome and a tea light candle base and holder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 18, 2012
    Inventors: Dominick Theresa, Michele Kramer, Nicholas Theresa
  • Publication number: 20120225392
    Abstract: A candle or candle apparatus includes a body of a meltable fuel and a planar wick provided in the body. The planar wick includes a material selected from a wood, wood product, semi-wood composition, and wood-like material. The planar wick has a height dimension, a width dimension, and a thickness dimension, the height dimension is greater than the width dimension, the width dimension is greater than the thickness dimension, and the thickness dimension is from 0.019 to 0.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2012
    Publication date: September 6, 2012
    Applicant: LUMETIQUE, INC.
    Inventor: DayNa M. DECKER
  • Patent number: 8246346
    Abstract: A blooming candle is described as an ornamental candle that transforms between different appearances as the candle burns. The candle has a tapered body that extends along a longitudinal axis from a top portion to a bottom portion, where the top portion has a larger diameter than the bottom portion. Vertical grooves are cut into the outside surface of the tapered body to form segments. When the candle is burned, the center portion of the candle about the wick melts according to the candles defined heat radius. As the candle continues to burn, the wax material begins to soften and the segments between the vertical grooves will begin to separate away from the tapered body. As melting continues, the segments continue to separate in an outward and downward direction, resembling petals from a blooming flower. The described candle structures have a predictable ornamental change in shape during the burning process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2012
    Inventor: Kim Jeffrey Walters
  • Patent number: 8206150
    Abstract: A method for extinguishing a candle at timed intervals using a combustible material is disclosed. In one exemplary embodiment, the method includes: utilizing a combustible composition adapted for application to a wick segment; utilizing a combustible first wick segment; coupling a combustible second wick segment to the combustible first wick segment; placing the combustible second wick segment adjacent to the first wick segment; and configuring the combustible second wick segment to, as the combustible first wick segment, once ignited, burns down to the combustible second wick segment, interrupt and slowly self-extinguish the burning of the first wick segment. The candle wick is configured to be relit, post extinguishment, without having to physically remove a non-combustible barrier. A combustible composition also is disclosed. A candle further is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 26, 2012
    Inventor: Travis Aaron Wade