Patents Assigned to Converting, Inc.
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Patent number: 12319533Abstract: An apparatus forms stacks of interfolded sheets. First and second folding rolls receive the plurality of sheets, move the plurality of sheets through the nip, and fold the plurality of sheets into a stack of interfolded sheets downstream of the nip. A packing finger is associated with each folding roll, and the respective packing fingers move between a retracted position and an extended position relative to the corresponding folding roll with alternate movement relative to each other between the retracted position and the extended position to engage the plurality of sheets and form the stack of interfolded sheets. A fluid delivery system delivers fluid to a sheet in the plurality of sheets at or after the folding rolls.Type: GrantFiled: October 6, 2023Date of Patent: June 3, 2025Assignee: BW Converting, Inc.Inventors: Dwight Fameree, Jamie Heroux, Eric Jensen
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Patent number: 12122007Abstract: A blade guard assembly for a circular saw blade of a saw house includes a blade cover with a face panel and an edge portion that extends from the face panel. An actuator is mountable the blade cover and the structure of the saw house. When the blade guard assembly is mounted in saw house, the blade cover is movable with the actuator between a covered position and an exposed position. In the covered position, the face panel and edge portion at least partially surround the saw blade. In the exposed position, the face panel is spaced from the saw blade.Type: GrantFiled: March 1, 2022Date of Patent: October 22, 2024Assignee: BW Converting, Inc.Inventor: Matthew J. Chike
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Patent number: 12122609Abstract: An accumulator has a control system for controlling motion of a plurality of buckets on a continuous loop and logs traversing on a log transfer device. The log transfer device delivers a log from an entrance of the log transfer device to a bucket infeed on the accumulator. The bucket infeed receives a log from the log transfer device and allows a bucket to receive the log from the log transfer device. A time for the log to move from the entrance of the log transfer device to the bucket infeed is determined. Based on the time for the log to move from the entrance of the log transfer device to the bucket infeed, the control system controls the accumulator drive to move the continuous loop such that a bucket in the plurality of buckets is positioned at the bucket infeed with sufficient time to allow the bucket to receive the log from the log transfer device.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2022Date of Patent: October 22, 2024Assignee: BW Converting, Inc.Inventors: Elijah Scriven, Jonathon Zahn
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Patent number: 12026423Abstract: A consumables dispenser can include a housing configured to receive a consumables product to be dispensed, a transceiver mounted on the housing and configured to receive selected multimedia data files from a content management system via a multimedia caching server that is in wireless communication with the content management system, and a display screen coupled to the housing and connected to the transceiver. The display screen can be configured to display the selected multimedia data files to a user of the consumables dispensers. The consumables dispenser can further include a sensor configured to detect presence or absence of the user of the consumables dispensers. Display of the selected multimedia data files on the display screen can be enabled upon detection of the user's presence and disabled upon detection of the user's absence.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2020Date of Patent: July 2, 2024Assignee: American Paper Converting Inc.Inventors: Cody Miller, Eric Work
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Patent number: 11983678Abstract: A method of managing cleaning services is disclosed herein. The method can include measuring a quantity of a consumable product remaining in a product dispenser, transmitting the quantity of consumable product remaining in the product dispenser to a remote computing platform, generating a schedule for servicing the product dispenser based at least in part on the quantity of the consumable product remaining in the dispenser, storing the schedule in a memory, and transmitting the schedule to maintenance personnel over a network.Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 2020Date of Patent: May 14, 2024Assignee: American Paper Converting Inc.Inventors: Cody Miller, Eric Work
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Publication number: 20220297415Abstract: A bendable fiberboard panel having a plurality of spaced apart parallel grooves extending partially through the thickness of the panel is prepared using a rotatory tool having a generally circular disc shape with a smooth peripheral edge having a double-double beveled profile. The resulting bendable panel is characterized by having a substantially uniform continuously curved transverse cross-sectional profile and superior strength as compared with traditional cut-scored or crease-scored panels.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 16, 2021Publication date: September 22, 2022Applicant: Fibre Converters, Inc.Inventors: James D. Stuck, Nate L. Wolverton, Eric M. Ferguson
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Patent number: 11040652Abstract: Described herein includes embodiments of an illuminating emblem device that is configured to be coupled to a vehicle and/or device. Some implementations of the illuminating emblem device include a light assembly that is configured to provide a uniform (or substantially uniform) distribution of light along a front housing part or front panel of the illuminating emblem. For example, in some implementations, the illuminating emblem device can include a light diffusing filler that diffuses light emitted from the light assembly to assist with uniformly distributing light emitted through the front housing part. Various other embodiments of the illuminating emblem device and associated methods of manufacturing are described.Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2019Date of Patent: June 22, 2021Assignee: Sharpline Converting Inc.Inventors: Eric Snyder, Daniel Kincade, Rogelio Daniel Fernandez Rios
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Patent number: 10765273Abstract: A spindle assembly for supporting a roll of paper product is disclosed with features that make the spindle versatile and useable for supporting paper product rolls in a plurality of styles of dispensers. The spindle assembly also includes features that assist in maintaining the supported paper rolls in a desired orientation, such as horizontally in a vertically oriented dispenser. This resists skewing of the rolls in the dispenser and facilitates the separation of the rolls as paper is used from a lower roll in a dispenser. Also, brake members are provided to engage the core of a supported roll of paper to slow down the rotation of the roll of paper when pulled upon by a user.Type: GrantFiled: April 19, 2018Date of Patent: September 8, 2020Assignee: American Paper Converting Inc.Inventors: Lydia M. Work, Jorge A. Tunnermann
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Patent number: 10480181Abstract: Apparatus and method for installing loose-fill or dense pack fiberglass or cellulose insulation that is blown dry into the wall cavity of a building structure includes a drapeable sheet of fabric having a first region impermeable to passage of air and a second region contiguous with the first region, the second region being permeable to passage of air. The drapeable sheet of fabric is attached to the wall studs defining a plurality of cavities in the walls of a building structure. Once enough of the loose or dense packed fibers of fiberglass or cellulose to provide the desired degree of insulation has been blown into each of the cavities, then the second region of the sheet is covered at each cavity with a non-permeable strip so as to render the second region non-permeable to passage of air.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2018Date of Patent: November 19, 2019Assignee: Precision Converters, Inc.Inventor: Ronald T. J. Norris
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Patent number: 9978212Abstract: A solution for concealing confidential information that is printed at the point of sale in a game of chance utilizing a more common type printer designed for printing on a standard grade and biodegradable direct thermal paper. This system can print and cut each individual ticket in variable lengths. The unique and innovative concept of this new system allows a second and separate biodegradable substrate to be collated in a continuous stream over top of the printed ribbon before it is cut away and delivered into the presenter. The second substrate contains a strip of a specially formulated adhesive and is adhered to the top surface of the printed ribbon as the two substrates join together while passing through mechanical nip rollers. The confidential printed information is now covered and the combined substrates are cut and delivered as one ticket unit. The ticket information is revealed by easily peeling away the adhered top layer.Type: GrantFiled: October 9, 2012Date of Patent: May 22, 2018Assignee: MAX International Converters, Inc.Inventors: Michael Vigunas, Robert Lundgren, Neal McLoughlin, Phil Lulek, William Krahl
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Patent number: 9108770Abstract: A re-sealable package and method which includes roll stock, a pressure sensitive label and a release member. The re-sealable package includes an outer layer laminated to an inner sealant layer. The pressure sensitive label has a first preselected shape and includes a pressure sensitive adhesive on one side. The side having the pressure sensitive layer is adhered to the inner sealant layer of the roll stock. The release member is formed in the outer layer, the release member having a second preselected shape which is smaller than the first preselected shape of the pressure sensitive label. As the release member is lifted from the pressure sensitive label, an area of the pressure sensitive adhesive is exposed to allow portions of the package to be removably adhered to the area of pressure sensitive adhesive.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2013Date of Patent: August 18, 2015Assignee: C-P Converters, Inc.Inventor: William C. Schieber
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Patent number: 8802591Abstract: A label has a water dissolvable or water dispersible paper with a coating of a type which can be printed with direct thermal printing. The label is produced by passing a length of such paper with a freshly applied coating of the above type through an oven for drying before the coating has an opportunity to deteriorate the surface of the paper.Type: GrantFiled: September 12, 2012Date of Patent: August 12, 2014Assignees: CMC Group, Inc., Consolidated Converting, Inc.Inventors: Stephen C. Hill, Theodore J. Russchen
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Publication number: 20140133203Abstract: Methods and systems for transforming electric power between two or more portals. Any or all portals can be DC, single phase AC, or multi-phase AC. Conversion is accomplished by a plurality of bi-directional conducting and blocking semiconductor switches which alternately connect an inductor and parallel capacitor between said portals, such that energy is transferred into the inductor from one or more input portals and/or phases, then the energy is transferred out of the inductor to one or more output portals and/or phases, with said parallel capacitor facilitating “soft” turn-off, and with any excess inductor energy being returned back to the input. Soft turn-on and reverse recovery is also facilitated. Said bi-directional switches allow for two power transfers per inductor/capacitor cycle, thereby maximizing inductor/capacitor utilization as well as providing for optimum converter operation with high input/output voltage ratios. Control means coordinate the switches to accomplish the desired power transfers.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2013Publication date: May 15, 2014Applicant: Ideal Power Converters, Inc.Inventor: Ideal Power Converters, Inc.
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Publication number: 20140029320Abstract: Methods and systems for power conversion. An energy storage capacitor is contained within an H-bridge subcircuit which allows the capacitor to be connected to the link inductor of a Universal Power Converter with reversible polarity. This provides a “pseudo-phase” drive capability which expands the capabilities of the converter to compensate for zero-crossings in a single-phase power supply.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 29, 2013Publication date: January 30, 2014Applicant: Ideal Power Converters, Inc.Inventor: Ideal Power Converters, Inc.
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Publication number: 20130314096Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for operating, monitoring and diagnosing photovoltaic arrays used for solar energy collection. The system preferably includes capabilities for monitoring or diagnosing an array, under some circumstances, by using a bidirectional power converter not only to convert the DC output of the array to output power under some conditions, but also, for diagnostic operations, applying a back-converted DC voltage to the array.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 29, 2013Publication date: November 28, 2013Applicant: Ideal Power Converters, Inc.Inventor: Ideal Power Converters, Inc.
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Publication number: 20130307336Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for operating, monitoring and diagnosing photovoltaic arrays used for solar energy collection. The system preferably includes capabilities for monitoring or diagnosing an array by automatically disconnecting portions of the array during normal service (when load is not maximum, and observing the resulting change in electrical characteristics. More intensive diagnostic procedures can be launched if needed. One embodiment provides for performing monitoring or diagnostic operations on the array in daylight or at night. Another embodiment allows monitoring or diagnostic operations to be performed on a portion of the array while other parts of the array continue to collect energy. Yet another embodiment provides a safety mode for an array for maintenance or during emergencies.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 29, 2013Publication date: November 21, 2013Applicant: Ideal Power Converters, Inc.Inventor: Ideal Power Converters, Inc.
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Patent number: 8514601Abstract: Methods and systems for power conversion. An energy storage capacitor is contained within an H-bridge subcircuit which allows the capacitor to be connected to the link inductor of a Universal Power Converter with reversible polarity. This provides a “pseudo-phase” drive capability which expands the capabilities of the converter to compensate for zero-crossings in a single-phase power supply.Type: GrantFiled: July 5, 2012Date of Patent: August 20, 2013Assignee: Ideal Power Converters, Inc.Inventor: William C. Alexander
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Patent number: 8471408Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for operating, monitoring and diagnosing photovoltaic arrays used for solar energy collection. The system preferably includes capabilities for monitoring or diagnosing an array, under some circumstances, by using a bidirectional power converter not only to convert the DC output of the array to output power under some conditions, but also, for diagnostic operations, applying a back-converted DC voltage to the array.Type: GrantFiled: December 5, 2012Date of Patent: June 25, 2013Assignee: Ideal Power Converters, Inc.Inventors: Paul Bundschuh, William C. Alexander
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Patent number: 8461718Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for operating, monitoring and diagnosing photovoltaic arrays used for solar energy collection. The system preferably includes capabilities for monitoring or diagnosing an array, under some circumstances, by using a bidirectional power converter not only to convert the DC output of the array to output power under some conditions, but also, for diagnostic operations, applying a back-converted DC voltage to the array.Type: GrantFiled: November 30, 2011Date of Patent: June 11, 2013Assignee: Ideal Power Converters, Inc.Inventors: Paul Bundschuh, William C. Alexander
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Patent number: D712182Type: GrantFiled: April 17, 2014Date of Patent: September 2, 2014Assignee: Precision Converters, Inc.Inventors: William A. Riley, Leonard Donile, C. Bruce Kullman, Bryan R. Penn