Patents Assigned to RING CONTAINER TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
  • Patent number: 12698134
    Abstract: A packaging container is provided. The packaging container includes a body defining a volume. The body including a neck extending from an opening of the body. The neck including a proximal surface and a circumferential projection defining at least one gap. The neck further including at least one axial support disposed in the gap. A closure is engageable with the proximal surface, and a sleeve is conformable to an outer surface of the closure and the neck. In some embodiments, container systems and methods of manufacturing containers are presented.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 2024
    Date of Patent: August 4, 2026
    Assignee: Ring Container Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Matthew James Danhof, Scott James Glassbrook, Jason Raymond Paris
  • Patent number: 12686160
    Abstract: A method for manufacturing a container includes injecting a first material into a first mold to form a top portion of a preform. The first material and a second material are injected into the first mold to form a bottom portion of the preform. The preform is disposed in a second mold. The preform is blow molded into a finished container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2024
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2026
    Assignee: Ring Container Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Paul Vincent Kelley, Michael Green, Douglas Miles Dygert, Daniel M. Futral
  • Publication number: 20260200625
    Abstract: A plastic, hot-fillable container is provided. The container comprises a blow molded body defining a longitudinal axis. The body including a base and a neck having at least one rib disposed about at least a portion of a circumference of the neck and transverse to the axis, and at least one angled thread. The at least one rib defining a cross section having a first portion and a second angled portion. Container systems and methods of manufacturing containers are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2026
    Publication date: July 16, 2026
    Applicant: RING CONTAINER TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
    Inventors: Douglas Miles Dygert, Douglas Alan Woodring
  • Patent number: 12668015
    Abstract: A blow molded container is provided. The container includes a neck having a neck finish and a transverse rim that defines an opening. A closure is provided that is engageable with the neck such that the rim is movable relative to the neck to define one or more vents configured for passage of a gas. In some embodiments, methods of use and manufacturing containers are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2024
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2026
    Assignee: Ring Container Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Matthew James Danhof, Scott James Glassbrook
  • Publication number: 20260166802
    Abstract: A method for manufacturing a container includes injecting a first material into a first mold to form a top portion of a preform. The first material and a second material are injected into the first mold to form a bottom portion of the preform. The preform is disposed in a second mold. The preform is blow molded into a finished container.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 5, 2026
    Publication date: June 18, 2026
    Applicant: RING CONTAINER TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
    Inventors: Paul Vincent Kelley, Michael Green, Douglas Miles Dygert, Daniel M. Futral, Dennis W. Koerner, Brian Smith
  • Patent number: 12654900
    Abstract: A packaging comprising a container configured for disposal of a volume of flowable material. A carton configured for disposal of the container, the carton including a wall defining an opening. Visual indicia of the volume is provided. Packaging products, containers, handles, tooling, applicators and methods are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2023
    Date of Patent: June 16, 2026
    Assignee: Ring Container Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Preston Forbes Thompson, Alex Dean Bevier
  • Publication number: 20260109103
    Abstract: A method includes injection molding a preform using a two phase injection system having a first phase in which a material is injected into the preform and a second phase in which the material is injected into the preform. The preform is disposed in a mold. The preform is blow molded into an intermediate article. The intermediate article is trimmed to form a finished container. The first phase includes injecting a material into the preform to form a single layer of the preform and the second phase includes injecting the material to form inner and outer layers and an intermediate layer between the inner and outer layers. The inner and outer layers include the material and the intermediate layer includes at least one additive. Finished containers are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2025
    Publication date: April 23, 2026
    Applicant: RING CONTAINER TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
    Inventors: Dennis W. Koerner, Douglas M. Dygert, Daniel Futral, Brian Smith
  • Patent number: 12605880
    Abstract: A method for manufacturing a packaging container comprises the steps of molding an article having a selected configuration and including a body defining a volume, a neck and a dome; trimming the article to remove the dome to form a finished container; aligning the finished container with a device having at least one heated rib; and engaging the at least one heated rib with the neck to form at least one vent. Containers and systems are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2023
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2026
    Assignee: Ring Container Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Billy Ray Felkins, Jr., Robert Charles Graefe, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20260097880
    Abstract: A plastic, hot-fillable container includes a blow molded body defining a longitudinal axis and including a base. The base includes a wall and a panel extending from the wall. The panel includes at least one radial segment such that at least the panel is substantially non-movable under temperature, pressure and/or volume changes within an interior of the body during a hot fill process. Container systems and methods of manufacturing containers are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2025
    Publication date: April 9, 2026
    Applicant: RING CONTAINER TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
    Inventors: DOUGLAS MILES DYGERT, Russell Gene Mathis, JR.
  • Patent number: 12570429
    Abstract: A plastic, hot-fillable container is provided. The container comprises a blow molded body defining a longitudinal axis. The body including a base and a neck having at least one rib disposed about at least a portion of a circumference of the neck and transverse to the axis, and at least one angled thread. The at least one rib defining a cross section having a first portion and a second angled portion. Container systems and methods of manufacturing containers are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 2024
    Date of Patent: March 10, 2026
    Assignee: Ring Container Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Douglas Miles Dygert, Douglas Alan Woodring
  • Publication number: 20250387965
    Abstract: A method for manufacturing a container includes injecting a first material into a first mold to form a top portion of a preform. The first material and a second material are injected into the first mold to form a bottom portion of the preform. The preform is disposed in a second mold. The preform is blow molded into a finished container.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2025
    Publication date: December 25, 2025
    Applicant: RING CONTAINER TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
    Inventors: Paul Vincent Kelley, Michael Green, Douglas Miles Dygert, Daniel M. Futral
  • Patent number: 12472674
    Abstract: A method includes injection molding a preform using a two phase injection system having a first phase in which a material is injected into the preform and a second phase in which the material is injected into the preform. The preform is disposed in a mold. The preform is blow molded into an intermediate article. The intermediate article is trimmed to form a finished container. The first phase includes injecting a material into the preform to form a single layer of the preform and the second phase includes injecting the material to form inner and outer layers and an intermediate layer between the inner and outer layers. The inner and outer layers include the material and the intermediate layer includes at least one additive. Finished containers are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2024
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2025
    Assignee: Ring Container Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Dennis W. Koerner, Douglas M. Dygert, Daniel Futral, Brian Smith
  • Patent number: 12441045
    Abstract: A method for manufacturing a container includes injecting a first material into a first mold to form a top portion of a preform. The first material and a second material are injected into the first mold to form a bottom portion of the preform. The preform is disposed in a second mold. The preform is blow molded into a finished container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 23, 2023
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2025
    Assignee: Ring Container Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Paul Vincent Kelley, Michael Green, Douglas Miles Dygert, Daniel M. Futral
  • Publication number: 20250312962
    Abstract: A method for manufacturing a container includes injecting a first material into a first mold to form a top portion of a preform. The first material and a second material are injected into the first mold to form a bottom portion of the preform. The preform is disposed in a second mold. The preform is blow molded into a finished container.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2025
    Publication date: October 9, 2025
    Applicant: RING CONTAINER TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
    Inventors: Paul Vincent Kelley, Michael Green, Douglas Miles Dygert, Daniel M. Futral
  • Patent number: 12434422
    Abstract: A method for manufacturing a container includes injecting a first material into a first mold to form a top portion of a preform. The first material and a second material are injected into the first mold to form a bottom portion of the preform. The preform is disposed in a second mold. The preform is blow molded into a finished container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 2022
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2025
    Assignee: Ring Container Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Paul Vincent Kelley, Michael Green, Douglas Miles Dygert, Daniel M. Futral
  • Publication number: 20250303629
    Abstract: A method for manufacturing a container includes injecting a first material into a first mold to form a top portion of a preform. The first material and a second material are injected into the first mold to form a bottom portion of the preform. The preform is disposed in a second mold. The preform is blow molded into a finished container.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 12, 2025
    Publication date: October 2, 2025
    Applicant: RING CONTAINER TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
    Inventors: Paul Vincent Kelley, Michael Green, Douglas Miles Dygert, Daniel M. Futral
  • Patent number: D1096418
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2023
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2025
    Assignee: Ring Container Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Carl D. Ring, Douglas Miles Dygert
  • Patent number: D1097814
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2023
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2025
    Assignee: Ring Container Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Douglas Miles Dygert, Trevell A. Terry, Paul Vincent Kelley
  • Patent number: D1105914
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2023
    Date of Patent: December 16, 2025
    Assignee: Ring Container Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Douglas Miles Dygert, Trevell A. Terry, Paul Vincent Kelley
  • Patent number: D1111837
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2024
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2026
    Assignee: Ring Container Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Trevell A. Terry, Paul Vincent Kelley, Daniel Powers, Carlos Mitchell