Patents Represented by Attorney Sanford E. Gardere & Wynne, L.L.P. Warren, Jr.
  • Patent number: 6047824
    Abstract: A magnetic tool organizer has a top body member having a plurality of spaced apart body member apertures of a size and shape for accommodating at least one surface of a tool. The apertures are organized in a planar array according to an outline of at least one surface of a tool. The magnetic organizer has a bottom body member, and a magnetic segment having a plurality of spaced apart apertures complimentary to at least part of the top body member apertures. The magnetic segment is interposed between the top body member and the bottom body member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 1997
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2000
    Assignee: Magentic Tool Organizers
    Inventor: Stanley D. Winnard
  • Patent number: 6027478
    Abstract: A method for simultaneously isolating the flow of blood in a nasal cavity and withdrawing the blood from the nasal cavity is disclosed. The method comprises the steps of inserting a catheter into the nasal cavity. The catheter is composed of a tube and a duct and a forward end capable of being enlarged to form a balloon. Once the catheter is positioned in the nasal passage, air is pumped into the catheter through the tube to inflate the balloon. The inflated balloon forms a seal within the nasal cavity that prevents the flow of blood beyond the seal.Simultaneously, blood is drawn into the catheter by applying a suction force to the duct. Suction may be accomplished by attaching a vacuum at the opposite end of the catheter and connecting it to the duct. The blood is drawn into the duct through a plurality of holes that connect the periphery of the catheter with the duct. The blood thus drawn into the duct is removed from the nasal cavity and disposed away from it.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 9, 1997
    Date of Patent: February 22, 2000
    Assignee: Medical Purchasing Group, Inc.
    Inventor: Warren Katz
  • Patent number: 5950448
    Abstract: A comprehensive system, method and apparatus for dispensing, combining and blending refrigerated source liquids, ice, and flavoring additives to create a beverage of pulverized, slush-like consistency. The invention introduces metered volume or time control product dispensing within an architectural framework designed to improve upon the efficiency of product development processes. The invention further provides for improved cleanliness in the preparation of a consumer beverage, while reducing work-area requirements associated therewith.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 1998
    Date of Patent: September 14, 1999
    Assignee: Foodie Partners
    Inventors: James H. Barnes, William M. Heatley
  • Patent number: D434394
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 1999
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2000
    Inventor: Hsin-Mao Hsieh