Patents Assigned to 3-Form
  • Countersunk fastener assemblies, panel mounting systems, and methods
    Patent number: 8171690
    Abstract: Washer assemblies for mounting panels to a support without damaging the panels include a countersunk washer and a sleeve. In one implementation, the washer assemblies are configured to at least partially prevent the formation of hoop stresses within a panel, and uniformly transmit forces created by a fastener to a panel. The washer assemblies can be configured to enhance the function, look, feel, or aesthetic of a panel system. In addition, systems of at least one implementation of the present invention include a plurality of panels mounted to one or more supports using one or more washer assemblies and methods of mounting such systems.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 8, 2012
    Assignee: 3form, Inc.
    Inventors: Venugopal R. Ghatikar, Bryan K. Harris
  • SLIDING PARTITION FASTENERS
    Publication number: 20120102840
    Abstract: A compact fastener configured to latch a sliding partition to a second structure can include an actuator configured to move a hook in and out of a locked position. In one or more implementations, compact fastener can further include a pin extending from the actuator into a slot in the hook. As the actuator rotates, the pin can slide along the groove causing the hook to rotate. Additionally, in one or more implementations, the actuator can rotate about a first axis, and the hook can rotate about a second axis offset from the first axis. The fastener can further include one or more of a latch handle and a lock configured to rotate the actuator. The lock can include a dowel pin that extends into a groove of the actuator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2010
    Publication date: May 3, 2012
    Applicant: 3FORM, INC.
    Inventor: Su-Wen Chen
  • Variable height and angle panel mounting systems, methods, and apparatus
    Patent number: 8167152
    Abstract: A variable angle panel mounting system can include at least one variable-angle panel mounting member, which in turn includes an elongate support member and an angularly-adjustable mounting plate adapted to secure an end of the elongate support member to a plurality of mounting surface angles. In some embodiments, the variable angle panel mounting system may also include a pressure-fit mounting system. These components can provide the ability to angularly and vertically adjust the variable-angle panel mounting member between opposing support surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2012
    Assignee: 3form, Inc.
    Inventors: William Gatti, Michael Damen, Venugopal R. Ghatikar, Guillaume Martin
  • MULTIVARIATE COLOR SYSTEM WITH TEXTURE APPLICATION
    Publication number: 20120097317
    Abstract: Implementations of the present invention relate to a translucent and/or transparent polymer-based panel system that incorporates multi-colored insert layers that enable manipulation of color, transparency or light transmission of the finished panel system. Implementations of the present invention also relate to the construction of such panels to avoid the capture and retention of air within the panels through the use of textured surfaces at the lamination interfaces. In addition, implementations of the present invention provide a method of quantifying the optical response achieved in a given panel system and describes types of construction that enable the multiplicity of color and optic manipulation. Furthermore, implementations of the present invention provide methods for applying texture in an efficient, uniform manner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 27, 2011
    Publication date: April 26, 2012
    Applicant: 3FORM, INC.
    Inventor: John E.C. Willham
  • ARCHITECTURAL PANELS WITH OBJECTS EMBEDDED IN RESIN INTERLAYER
    Publication number: 20120088042
    Abstract: A decorative architectural glass panel comprises a two or more glass sheets separated by a resin in which one or more decorative objects are suspended. A method of making the glass panel comprises positioning one or more spacers and one or more decorative objects on a first glass sheet, placing a second glass sheet about the first glass sheet, sealing the edges of the first glass sheet and second glass sheet, and filling the space between the first and second glass sheets with a curable liquid resin. The resin can be poured using a substantially horizontal pour in order to keep the decorative objects from substantially shifting when pouring the liquid resin. The resin can also be poured in combination with a vacuum force. In some implementations, the glass panel may also be substituted with a resin panel using polymeric resin sheets.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2011
    Publication date: April 12, 2012
    Applicant: 3form, Inc.
    Inventor: Eric Adickes
  • STRUCTURED-CORE LAMINATE PANELS AND METHODS OF FORMING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20120048487
    Abstract: A structured-core laminate panel can be made in an efficient, structurally sound manner without the use of adhesives (film or liquid forms) using materials with different melt or glass transition temperatures. In one implementation, a manufacturer positions one or more resin substrates about a structured core, which comprises a relatively high melt or glass transition temperature compared with that of the one or more resin substrates. The manufacturer heats the assembly to at least the glass transition temperature of the resin substrates, but not to the melt or glass transition temperature of the structured core. This allows the one or more resin substrates to melt and bond (mechanically, chemically, or both) to the structured core on one side (or inner surface), while maintaining a substantially planar or original conformation on an opposing side (or outer surface).
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 11, 2010
    Publication date: March 1, 2012
    Applicant: 3FORM, INC.
    Inventors: M. Hoyt Brewster, Charles H. Moore, John E.C. Willham
  • SLIDING PANEL SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20120031008
    Abstract: A roller door system includes one or more sets of rollers configured to mount to a panel frame member on an upper end of a panel, and move through a complementary upper guide. A lower side of the panel frame can also be guided through one or more bottom tracks. These components, when coupled with the resin panel, can provide the ability to provide a smooth gliding motion for the resin panel door. In addition, the frame in which the panel is mounted can be configured with one or more components to accommodate the unique expansion and contraction properties of resin materials, and thus allow a stable, long term mounting solution. The upper guide and the lower track can also be configured with one or more components or mechanisms for pitch adjustment, as well as to adjust for uneven or irregular mounting surfaces.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2011
    Publication date: February 9, 2012
    Applicant: 3FORM, INC.
    Inventors: Guillaume Martin, Venugopal R. Ghatikar, Christopher A. Luomanen, Jeremy Porter, William Gatti, Brian Hillstrom, R. Talley Goodson
  • Architectural panel with variable reflective interlayer
    Patent number: D653357
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2012
    Assignee: 3form, Inc.
    Inventors: Guillaume Martin, Michael Damen
  • Multi-wave pattern panel
    Patent number: D653359
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 2, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2012
    Assignee: 3form, Inc.
    Inventors: Guillaume Martin, Jill A. Canales
  • Panel with spotted surface texture
    Patent number: D653360
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2012
    Assignee: 3form, Inc.
    Inventor: Guillaume Martin
  • Panel with wood slat interlayers
    Patent number: D653776
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2012
    Assignee: 3form, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Damen, Guillaume Martin, E. Egan Metcalf
  • Panel with vertical surface texture
    Patent number: D653777
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2012
    Assignee: 3form, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael Damen
  • Panel with meadow surface texture
    Patent number: D653778
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2012
    Assignee: 3form, Inc.
    Inventor: Guillaume Martin
  • Panel with flow surface texture
    Patent number: D653779
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2012
    Assignee: 3form, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Damen, E. Egan Metcalf
  • Panel with rule surface texture
    Patent number: D653780
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2012
    Assignee: 3form, Inc.
    Inventor: E. Egan Metcalf
  • Panel with spray surface texture
    Patent number: D654190
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2012
    Assignee: 3form, Inc.
    Inventor: Guillaume Martin
  • Mushroom lighting fixture
    Patent number: D657902
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2012
    Assignee: 3form, Inc.
    Inventor: Ryan Grey Smith
  • Bracket for modular panel mounting system
    Patent number: D658038
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 24, 2012
    Assignee: 3form, Inc.
    Inventors: Venugopal R. Ghatikar, William Gatti, Michael Damen, Guillaume Martin
  • Bracket for modular panel mounting system
    Patent number: D658039
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 24, 2012
    Assignee: 3form, Inc.
    Inventors: Venugopal R. Ghatikar, William Gatti, Michael Damen, Guillaume Martin
  • Bracket for modular panel mounting system
    Patent number: D658040
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 24, 2012
    Assignee: 3form, Inc.
    Inventors: Venugopal R. Ghatikar, William Gatti, Michael Damen, Guillaume Martin