Patents Assigned to STEP IN LLC
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Patent number: 9578993Abstract: In accordance with one embodiment, a method is disclosed including cutting an opening in a sidewall of a bathtub and providing an overlay to cover the bathtub. The overlay can include an assistance feature such a tread, door, or capsule.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2016Date of Patent: February 28, 2017Assignee: Safeway Safety Step LLCInventors: Christopher Brian Stafford, Michael Anthony Serraino, Bruce R. Slattery
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Patent number: 9375115Abstract: In accordance with one embodiment, a method is disclosed including providing a first opening in a sidewall of a bathtub, the sidewall including a top wall, an inner wall, and a outer wall, where the first opening extends along a length of the sidewall and has a depth extending generally downward from the top wall of the sidewall. The method further includes providing an overlay, the overlay including a body configured to receive at least a portion of the bathtub, wherein the body defines a channel and a second opening and positioning the overlay such that the overlay substantially covers the top wall of the sidewall and the sidewall is positioned within the channel defined by the body of the overlay, where the first opening is aligned with the second opening. The overlay can include at least one assistance feature. The assistance feature may include, for example, a seat, a grab bar, or a handrail.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 2012Date of Patent: June 28, 2016Assignee: Safeway Safety Step LLCInventors: Christopher Brian Stafford, Michael Anthony Serraino, Bruce R. Slattery
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Patent number: 9131809Abstract: A bathtub insert is configured for retrofit installation into a bathtub. The bathtub insert includes a frame and a door. The frame includes a step-plate and a pair of end pillars. The door is movably coupled with the frame and movable with respect to the frame between an opened position and a closed position.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2012Date of Patent: September 15, 2015Assignee: Safeway Safety Step LLCInventors: Christopher Brian Stafford, Michael Anthony Serraino
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Patent number: 9062231Abstract: A process comprising removing an adhesive-protecting film layer from a peel and stick multilayer article comprising an embossed, anti-slip thermoplastic layer selected from polyvinyl chloride, polypropylene, acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, polycarbonates or high density polyethylene; a water-resistant adhesive layer; and the adhesive-protecting film layer, thereby exposing one side of the water-resistant adhesive layer; and then applying the exposed side of the water-resistant adhesive layer to a surface that is at least partially covered with water.Type: GrantFiled: June 21, 2013Date of Patent: June 23, 2015Assignee: Sticky Steps LLCInventors: Eric Wisnefsky, Christopher Andrew Keeler
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Publication number: 20140377493Abstract: A process comprising removing an adhesive-protecting film layer from a peel and stick multilayer article comprising an embossed, anti-slip thermoplastic layer selected from polyvinyl chloride, polypropylene, acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, polycarbonates or high density polyethylene; a water-resistant adhesive layer; and the adhesive-protecting film layer, thereby exposing one side of the water-resistant adhesive layer; and then applying the exposed side of the water-resistant adhesive layer to a surface that is at least partially covered with water.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 21, 2013Publication date: December 25, 2014Applicant: STICKY STEPS LLCInventors: Eric Wisnefsky, Christopher Andrew Keeler
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Patent number: 8904614Abstract: Provided is bathtub accessory product and installation method. The bathtub accessory product is designed to be secured to a bathtub wall and have a universal end that permits the attachment of any number of bath accessories such as a grab bar or swivel seat. The bathtub accessory may be installed within the inner cavity of a bathtub to ensure a secure fit while also allowing ideal placement of a bath accessory for use by a bather.Type: GrantFiled: July 6, 2012Date of Patent: December 9, 2014Assignee: Safeway Safety Step, LLCInventor: Chris Stafford
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Patent number: 8864158Abstract: An apparatus may include an elongated support member that when attached to a vehicle is substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the vehicle. A mounting bracket is fixedly attached to the elongated support member and configured for being fixedly attached to a vehicle. The elongated support member is fixedly attached to a stepping surface that provides a back surface to restrict motion of the foot of a user past the elongated support member, a first side surface to restrict motion of the foot of the user in a first direction, and a second side surface to restrict motion of the foot of the user in a second direction that opposes the first direction. The distance between the first side surface and the second side surface is substantially less than a length of the elongated support member.Type: GrantFiled: October 29, 2013Date of Patent: October 21, 2014Assignee: Boondock Side Steps LLCInventor: Anthony Perkins
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Patent number: 8636110Abstract: In an first aspect, a ladder for mounting on a vehicle trailer includes an attachment bracket assembly for mounting on the trailer; a first side rail; a second side rail parallel to the first side rail; and a plurality of rungs pivotally connected to both the first and second side rails. The ladder is collapsible to decrease a distance between the first and second side rails. In a second aspect, a ladder for mounting on a vehicle trailer includes an attachment bracket; a first side rail; a second side rail parallel to the first side rail; a plurality of rungs connecting the first and second side rails; and a pivotal connection. The first and second side rails define a plane and the pivotal connection allows for rotation of the plane about a vertical axis. The pivotal connection is disposed between the attachment bracket and the first side rail.Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2010Date of Patent: January 28, 2014Assignee: Bow Step, LLCInventors: Mark Ebbenga, Amy Lee, Daniel Lin
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Publication number: 20120192350Abstract: A bathtub insert is configured for retrofit installation into a bathtub. The bathtub insert includes a frame and a door. The frame includes a step-plate and a pair of end pillars. The door is movably coupled with the frame and movable with respect to the frame between an opened position and a closed position.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2012Publication date: August 2, 2012Applicant: Safeway Safety Step, LLCInventors: Christopher Brian Stafford, Michael Anthony Serraino
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Patent number: 8230568Abstract: Provided is bathtub accessory product and installation method. The bathtub accessory product is designed to be secured to a bathtub wall and have a universal end that permits the attachment of any number of bath accessories such as a grab bar or swivel seat. The bathtub accessory may be installed within the inner cavity of a bathtub to ensure a secure fit while also allowing ideal placement of a bath accessory for use by a bather.Type: GrantFiled: August 26, 2010Date of Patent: July 31, 2012Assignee: Safeway Safety Step, LLCInventor: Christopher Brian Stafford
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Patent number: D661076Type: GrantFiled: August 11, 2011Date of Patent: June 5, 2012Assignee: Stable Step LLCInventors: Lesley S. Appel, Jeffrey L. Wert
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Patent number: D701028Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 2012Date of Patent: March 18, 2014Assignee: Stable Step LLCInventors: Corey W. Remington, Melinda D. Moreland
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Patent number: D718024Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2014Date of Patent: November 25, 2014Assignee: Stable Step LLCInventor: Jeffrey S. Wells
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Patent number: D718025Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2013Date of Patent: November 25, 2014Assignee: Stable Step LLCInventors: Jeffrey L. Wert, Corey W. Remington
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Patent number: D718028Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 2014Date of Patent: November 25, 2014Assignee: Stable Step LLCInventors: Lesley S. Appel, Corey W. Remington
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Patent number: D726404Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 2014Date of Patent: April 14, 2015Assignee: Stable Step LLCInventors: Jennifer L. Hoane, T. Scott Jump, Stephanie Kay Loving
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Patent number: D748387Type: GrantFiled: October 7, 2014Date of Patent: February 2, 2016Assignee: Stable Step LLCInventors: Jeffrey L. Wert, Corey W. Remington
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Patent number: D766796Type: GrantFiled: February 2, 2015Date of Patent: September 20, 2016Assignee: Safety Step, LLCInventors: Paul Huffman, Adam Humphrys
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Patent number: D790047Type: GrantFiled: January 19, 2016Date of Patent: June 20, 2017Assignee: Safeway Safety Step, LLCInventors: Christopher Brian Stafford, Bruce Randell Slattery, Lance Middleton, John Thomas Richter
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Patent number: D797266Type: GrantFiled: May 10, 2017Date of Patent: September 12, 2017Assignee: Safeway Safety Step, LLCInventors: Christopher Brian Stafford, Bruce Randell Slattery, Lance Middleton, John Thomas Richter