Patents Represented by Attorney, Agent or Law Firm Emch, Schaffer, Schaub & Porcello, Co., L.P.A.
  • Albumin-based colloid composition having at least one protected thiol region, methods of making, and methods of use
    Patent number: 7345150
    Abstract: A composition comprising an albumin-based colloid composition having at least one protected thiol region, method of making the same, and method for use, including treating hypovolemic conditions such as capillary leak syndrome and shock, are disclosed. The composition also is modified with an indicator reagent such as chromophores.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2008
    Assignee: Medical University of Toledo
    Inventors: Ragheb A. Assaly, J. David Dignam, Joseph I. Shapiro
  • Continuous oxidation and distillation process of heavier hydrocarbon materials
    Patent number: 7341656
    Abstract: The present invention provides a way to process heavier hydrocarbons in a relatively low cost and low pressure process using a combination of superheated steam and at least one reaction gas to i) promote oxidation and thermal reaction of heavier hydrocarbons, while simultaneously ii) removing volatile components with a steam stripping process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 11, 2008
    Assignee: Marathon Ashland Petroleum Co. LLC
    Inventors: Donald P. Malone, Patricia K. Doolin, Howard F. Moore
  • Femoral impactor-extractor
    Patent number: 7338497
    Abstract: A femoral impactor-extractor and method includes a body having an elongated passageway extending from a proximal end to a distal end, an elongated post positioned in such passageway for longitudinal movement therein and extending from a threaded proximal end to a distal end having an enlarged flange with a greater length than breadth. The proximal end of the elongated post is threaded and threadedly engaged to a rotatable handle. Rotation of the handle moves the elongated post and its flange in a proximal direction to clamp the femoral knee prosthesis between the ends of the flange and contoured surfaces which engage the articulating surfaces of the respective condylar portions of the prosthesis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 5, 2003
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2008
    Assignee: MIS-TKA Group, LLC
    Inventors: Thoms M. Coon, Alfred J. Tria, Jr., Donald M. Smucker
  • Friction material with nanoparticles of friction modifying layer
    Patent number: 7294388
    Abstract: A friction material which includes a base material, at least one type of resin material, and at least one type of nanoparticle-sized friction modifying particle is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 13, 2007
    Assignee: BorgWarner Inc.
    Inventors: Robert C. Lam, Yih-Fang Chen, Kenji Maruo
  • Method and apparatus for processing sauerkraut for packaging in single-serve packets
    Patent number: 7287559
    Abstract: Sauerkraut that is free of added vegetable oil or other lubricant is prepared for packaging in small volumes by substantially continuously delivering a supply of the sauerkraut to a hopper (20) with an open top (22), the sauerkraut being delivered to the hopper at a location between a baffle (24) that periodically reciprocates within the hopper and a plurality of openings (28) at a bottom of the hopper. A tube (26) extends substantially vertically downwardly from each of the openings, and sauerkraut in the hopper is positively caused to flow from each of the openings into and through a tube that is aligned with the opening by rotating a rotatable screw (40) with a larger diameter upper portion (40a) that extends downwardly through the hopper and a smaller diameter lower portion (40b) that extends downwardly from the upper portion into and at least substantially through a tube.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 30, 2007
    Assignee: The Fremont Company
    Inventors: Jerry Schuett, Dale J. Elford, Donald B. Slessman, Jr.
  • Low viscosity, high carbon yield pitch product
    Patent number: 7282135
    Abstract: A low viscosity, high coking value petroleum tar material having a high coking value as compared to standard petroleum tars and containing at least one biodiesel material dissolved therein, and a method for producing such material, are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 16, 2007
    Assignee: Marathon Ashland Petroleum Co., LLC
    Inventors: Melvin D. Kiser, David C. Boyer
  • Coated article with dark color
    Patent number: 7270895
    Abstract: An article is coated with a coating having a dark gray or bronze color. In a preferred embodiment, the coating comprises a nickel or polymer basecoat layer, and a color and protective stack layer comprised of layers of oxygen-rich refractory metal oxycarbides. The preferred dark grey, oxygen rich color layer is zirconium oxycarbide. A refractory metal adhesion layer and a refractory metal oxide top coat layer also may be used.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 18, 2007
    Assignee: Vapor Technologies, Inc.
    Inventor: Bryce R. Anton
  • Measuring particulate in liquid storage tanks
    Patent number: 7266994
    Abstract: This device provides for measuring the particulate content in a fluid storage tank. A sample of fluid is taken from a fluid storage tank; and compared to a field visual reference chart. Using this chart results in identifying tanks containing a maximum or average particulate allowable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2004
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2007
    Assignee: Marathon Ashland Petroleum Co.
    Inventors: Daniel Spero, James Sheridan
  • Pipeline integrity management process
    Patent number: 7263465
    Abstract: A method for reducing the consequences and risks of failure in a hydrocarbon pipeline system includes identifying specific segments of pipelines the leakage of which could have an adverse impact on environment or safety, particularly in areas of high consequence, developing a baseline assessment plan for such segments by analyzing information including age, corrosion, and types of seams and joints and then establishing preventive and migitative measures including, where necessary, positioning emergency flow restricting devices in one or more pipeline segments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2007
    Assignee: Marathon Ashland Petroleum LLC
    Inventors: Richard D. Turley, Debra S. Feigert, Donald J. Stechschulte, J. Charles Jones, Dennis C. Johnston, Dennis C. Hucke, George L. Guinn, Bryan P. Melan, Thomas A. Jones, Nina M. Schmits, Douglas T. Carr, Raymond W. Price, Steven T. Ross, Andrew W. Kendrick, David E. Siebold
  • Portable fuel system
    Patent number: 7255190
    Abstract: A portable fuel system for a motorcycle or similar vehicle includes an inner bag with opening for receiving and dispensing fuel, a first outer bag formed of fire retardant material and a second outer bag having connectors for securing the portable fuel system to the motorcycle or other vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2007
    Inventor: Kent D. Floro
  • Method and apparatus for testing rubber tires or solid rubber wheel laboratory samples
    Patent number: 7254996
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for testing rubber tires includes an abrader for rubbing against the surface of the tire and an eraser for removing particles of rubber left on the abrading surface by the tire. The eraser has the capability of absorbing oil or wax included in the tire being tested and in the particles deposited on the abrading surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2007
    Assignee: Cooper Tire & Rubber Co.
    Inventor: George B. Ouyang
  • Viscosity modification of heavy hydrocarbons
    Patent number: 7252755
    Abstract: A low-viscosity, high-softening point heavy hydrocarbon material having a viscosity-reducing amount of at least one biodiesel material dissolved in a heavy hydrocarbon, and a method for producing such low-viscosity, high-softening point heavy hydrocarbon material are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 7, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2007
    Assignee: Marathon Ashland Petroleum Co.
    Inventors: Melvin D. Kiser, David C. Boyer
  • Light modifier and lamp assembly
    Patent number: 7246925
    Abstract: This light modifier assembly is a continuous light source for still and video imagemakers. More specifically, the continuous light source provides a constant light source for still, digital, video or high definition image capture. In a preferred embodiment, the light source comprises a multiplicity of lamps with a control configured to run multiple combinations of lamps together with no shift in color temperature and to set up multiple lighting ratios.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2007
    Assignee: The F.J. Westcott Co.
    Inventors: Thomas A. Waltz, Kelly Mondora
  • Cutting head assembly
    Patent number: 7244083
    Abstract: A cutting head assembly for use in cutting plate glass has a simplified drive train, all positioned about the vertical rotational centerline. The drive train includes a hollow bore drive motor having a drive adaptor directly engaged with a spline shaft that extends through the hollow bore. The lower end of the spline shaft is directly engaged with a cutting tool holder for retaining a cutting tool. The drive motor imparts rotational movement to the cutting tool through the spline shaft and the cylinder imparts vertical movement to the cutting tool by vertical movement of the spline shaft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 17, 2007
    Assignee: Glassline Corporation
    Inventor: Charles E. Gottschalk
  • Polymer-modified, vulcanized asphalt composition and its method of preparation
    Patent number: 7241821
    Abstract: A method is provided for improving high temperature performance grade properties of polymer-modified, vulcanized asphalt by treating an asphalt cement under mild oxidizing conditions sufficient to provide a change in viscosity per hour as measured at 140° C. of less than about 500 poises per hour, of said asphalt cement, adding 1 wt. % to 10 wt. % of a polymer based on weight of said asphalt cement, and vulcanizing the polymer-containing asphalt cement. The invention further relates to asphalt compositions thus made and paving compositions containing these asphalt compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2007
    Assignee: Marathon Ashland Petroleum LLC
    Inventors: Roger E. Hayner, Patricia K. Doolin, Robert H. Wombles
  • Secure encryption/decryption for elevators
    Patent number: 7242770
    Abstract: This system relates to a secure encryption/decryption protocol for elevator displays and controls. The protocol uses an algorithm to scramble information before transmission and reassemble it after transmission. The system uses at least one block of data assembled into unencrypted N-bits of information. An encryption device encodes the data into at least one block of encrypted M-bits of information. A data encryption mask provides an encryption routine which also includes scrambling the data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 8, 2002
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2007
    Assignee: C.E. Electronics, Inc.
    Inventors: Tony L. Casterline, James W. Kruse
  • Scaffold having a replaceable locking and securing device
    Patent number: 7228940
    Abstract: A replaceable locking and securing device for securing a first member to a second member includes a replaceable bracket, a lock and a fastener. The bracket defines one opening when the bracket is operatively connected to the first member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2007
    Assignee: bil-jax, inc.
    Inventor: Matthew D. Stringer
  • Drop tube assembly
    Patent number: 7225840
    Abstract: This drop tube loading arm assembly is adaptable for loading asphalt into tank trailers at marketing terminals. The telescoping drop tube employs guides made of steel rollers of polymers such as fluorocarbon polymers and aluminum. The guides are located in the annular space between the tubes in combination with increased radial clearance between the tubes or sleeves and in combination with protection for the overfill probe. With the addition of vapor control systems and overfill protection probes, the telescoping drop loading spouts are less susceptible to cold weather sticking problems.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2007
    Assignee: Marathon Ashland Petroleum LLC
    Inventors: Jon Craig, Mike Malec, Mike Harmon, Jeff Pulter
  • Convertible bench table with magnetic locks
    Patent number: 7226125
    Abstract: A table includes a first table top section and a second table top section A magnet is positioned on the first table top section and a lock block is positioned on the opposing second table top section. The opposing first and second table top sections are magnetically locked together to form the table.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2007
    Assignee: Biofit Engineered Products
    Inventors: James W. Frobose, Timothy J. Critton
  • Method for transporting and testing ultra low sulfur diesel
    Patent number: 7228250
    Abstract: A method for determining the variations in the sulfur content of ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel when it is transported through a petroleum transportation system includes sampling fuels at various points during barge transport, pipeline transport and in terminaling operations. New procedures and special handling regiments are developed in view of how the sulfur content of ultra-low sulfur fuel may change when transported through the system in sequence and stored with other petroleum products.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2007
    Assignee: Marathon Petroleum Co.
    Inventors: Neil G. Naiman, David D. Mack, Miriam M. Kuhn, R. Wesley Neff, Richard D. Long, Sr., Stephen C. Meredith, Charles W. Craig, Stephanie M. Breuer