Patents Assigned to Teknor Apex Company
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Patent number: 10458574Abstract: A hose assembly, preferably a garden hose assembly, including a jacketed tube that is lightweight, durable and versatile. The tube is able to expand longitudinally along the length-wise axis of the hose between hose ends, as well as radially or circumferentially, to an expanded state in response to application of at least a minimum fluid pressure to an inner tube of the hose. Once the fluid pressure falls below the minimum fluid pressure, the hose assembly will contract. The two layer construction of the hose assembly allows for storage in relatively compact spaces, similar flow rates, approximately one-half the weight, and improved maneuverability when compared to conventional hose constructions. In one embodiment the jacket is formed around the tube in a continuous process that welds a material, preferably using hot air, into the jacket. The welded joint forms a region of jacket that is preferably about twice the thickness of the rest of the jacket.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2016Date of Patent: October 29, 2019Assignee: TEKNOR APEX COMPANYInventors: Gil Blanchette, Michael Melo, Steve Correa, Timothy L. Chapman, Marlon Van Beek, John W. Parker, Jr., Paul Burke, Ron Eilertson
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Patent number: 10458576Abstract: A hose assembly, preferably a garden hose assembly, preferably having an inner tube in contact with and covered by an outer tube or jacket, wherein the jacket is not bonded, connected or attached to the inner tube between and couplers of the hose assembly, and wherein the inner tube includes a modified thermoplastic composition that exhibits desirable characteristics including fatigue resistance, abrasion resistance, and puncture resistance.Type: GrantFiled: September 22, 2017Date of Patent: October 29, 2019Assignee: TEKNOR APEX COMPANYInventors: Roland Ruprecht, Paul Kroushl, Timothy L. Chapman, Maryellen Cox
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Patent number: 10344899Abstract: A hose assembly, preferably a garden hose assembly, including a fabric jacketed tube that is lightweight, durable and versatile. The tube is radially expandable when pressurized by a fluid, such as water, but does not increase in length. The two layer construction of the hose assembly allows for storage in relatively compact spaces, similar flow rates, approximately one-half the weight, and improved maneuverability when compared to conventional hose constructions. In one embodiment the jacket is formed around the tube in a continuous process that welds a fabric, preferably using hot air, into the jacket. The welded joint forms a region of jacket that is preferably about twice the thickness of the rest of the jacket. This thicker region results in a stiffer section of jacket that makes the hose more controllable and consistent in use.Type: GrantFiled: October 12, 2017Date of Patent: July 9, 2019Assignee: TEKNOR APEX COMPANYInventors: Gil Blanchette, Michael Melo, Steve Correa, Timothy L. Chapman, Marlon Van Beek, John W. Parker, Jr., Paul Burke, Ron Eilertson
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Patent number: 10238854Abstract: A method for joining a flexible tube to a connector having a female fitting that allows relatively facile connection and desirable retention force in a short amount of time. Tube assemblies having a tube bonded to the female fitting of the connector with a joining agent composition including an evaporable liquid hydrocarbon are disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: March 12, 2015Date of Patent: March 26, 2019Assignee: TEKNOR APEX COMPANYInventor: Kevin Cai
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Patent number: 10132435Abstract: A hose assembly, preferably a garden hose assembly, including a jacketed tube that is lightweight, durable and versatile. The tube is able to expand longitudinally along the length-wise axis of the hose between hose ends, as well as radially or circumferentially, to an expanded state in response to application of at least a minimum fluid pressure to an inner tube of the hose. Once the fluid pressure falls below the minimum fluid pressure, the hose assembly will contract. The two layer construction of the hose assembly allows for storage in relatively compact spaces, similar flow rates, approximately one-half the weight, and improved maneuverability when compared to conventional hose constructions. In one embodiment the jacket is formed around the tube in a continuous process that welds a material, preferably using hot air, into the jacket. The welded joint forms a region of jacket that is preferably about twice the thickness of the rest of the jacket.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2016Date of Patent: November 20, 2018Assignee: TEKNOR APEX COMPANYInventors: Gil Blanchette, Michael Melo, Steve Correa, Timothy L. Chapman, Marlon Van Beek, John W. Parker, Jr., Paul Burke, Ron Eilertson
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Patent number: 10125255Abstract: Thermoplastic elastomer compositions, in particular derived from one or more styrenic block copolymers wherein at least one styrenic block copolymer comprises a controlled distribution copolymer block including a conjugated diene and a mono alkenyl arene, a plurality of biorenewable materials, preferably a softener and one or more synergistic additives such as a polar polymer; a synergistic block copolymer such as a relatively high molecular weight styrenic block copolymer; and/or filler. Numerous desirable articles can be formed from the compositions. Processes for preparing the compositions and articles are disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: September 12, 2016Date of Patent: November 13, 2018Assignees: TEKNOR APEX COMPANY, CERESTECH, INC.Inventors: Kevin Cai, Yundong Wang, Ryszard Brzoskowski, Prashant A. Bhadane, Basil D. Favis, Alain Perreault
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Patent number: 10000035Abstract: A hose assembly, preferably a garden hose assembly, including a jacketed tube that is lightweight, durable and versatile. The tube is able to expand longitudinally along the length-wise axis of the hose between hose ends, as well as radially or circumferentially, to an expanded state in response to application of at least a minimum fluid pressure to an inner tube of the hose. Once the fluid pressure falls below the minimum fluid pressure, the hose assembly will contract. The two layer construction of the hose assembly allows for storage in relatively compact spaces, similar flow rates, approximately one-half the weight, and improved maneuverability when compared to conventional hose constructions. In one embodiment the jacket is formed around the tube in a continuous process that welds a material, preferably using hot air, into the jacket. The welded joint forms a region of jacket that is preferably about twice the thickness of the rest of the jacket.Type: GrantFiled: September 10, 2015Date of Patent: June 19, 2018Assignee: TEKNOR APEX COMPANYInventors: Gil Blanchette, Michael Melo, Steve Correa, Timothy L. Chapman, Marlon Van Beek, John W. Parker, Jr., Paul Burke, Ron Eilertson
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Patent number: 9969913Abstract: Thermoplastic elastomer compositions, in particular derived from one or more styrenic block copolymers, a relatively high molecular weight isobutylene-containing (co)polymer, and a biorenewable processing aid. The isobutylene-containing (co)polymer imparts desirable oxygen barrier performance to the composition and the biorenewable processing aid acts as a barrier synergist as well as a processing aid useful during compounding. Low oxygen permeability sealing elements can be formed from the compositions. Processes for preparing the compositions and sealing elements are disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: April 3, 2015Date of Patent: May 15, 2018Assignee: TEKNOR APEX COMPANYInventors: Kushal Bahl, Kevin Cai
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Patent number: 9863565Abstract: An expandable hose assembly that is able to expand one or more of longitudinally along the length-wise axis of the hose between hose ends and radially, to an expanded state in response to application of at least a minimum fluid pressure to an inner tube of the hose. Once the fluid pressure falls below the minimum fluid pressure, the hose will contract. The hose includes a thermoplastic elastomer inner layer and a slip coating layer thereon having lubricating properties that increases the life of the hose assembly. The hose assembly can include an outer sheath or covering that covers the inner tube and slip coating layer.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2015Date of Patent: January 9, 2018Assignee: TEKNOR APEX COMPANYInventors: Chris LaTulippe, Kevin Cai, Ron Eilertson, Timothy L. Chapman, Steve Correa, Michael Melo, Paul Burke, Darnell C. Worley, II
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Patent number: 9815254Abstract: A hose assembly, preferably a garden hose assembly, including a fabric jacketed tube that is lightweight, durable and versatile. The tube is radially expandable when pressurized by a fluid, such as water, but does not increase in length. The two layer construction of the hose assembly allows for storage in relatively compact spaces, similar flow rates, approximately one-half the weight, and improved maneuverability when compared to conventional hose constructions. In one embodiment the jacket is formed around the tube in a continuous process that welds a fabric, preferably using hot air, into the jacket. The welded joint forms a region of jacket that is preferably about twice the thickness of the rest of the jacket. This thicker region results in a stiffer section of jacket that makes the hose more controllable and consistent in use.Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2015Date of Patent: November 14, 2017Assignee: TEKNOR APEX COMPANYInventors: Gil Blanchette, Michael Melo, Steve Correa, Timothy L. Chapman, Marlon Van Beek, John W. Parker, Jr., Paul Burke, Ron Eilertson
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Patent number: 9810357Abstract: A hose assembly, preferably a garden hose assembly, including a fabric jacketed tube that is lightweight, durable and versatile. The tube is radially expandable when pressurized by a fluid, such as water, but does not increase in length. The two layer construction of the hose assembly allows for storage in relatively compact spaces, similar flow rates, approximately one-half the weight, and improved maneuverability when compared to conventional hose constructions. In one embodiment the jacket is formed around the tube in a continuous process that welds a fabric, preferably using hot air, into the jacket. The welded joint forms a region of jacket that is preferably about twice the thickness of the rest of the jacket. This thicker region results in a stiffer section of jacket that makes the hose more controllable and consistent in use.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 2015Date of Patent: November 7, 2017Assignee: TEKNOR APEX COMPANYInventors: Gil Blanchette, Michael Melo, Steve Correa, Timothy L. Chapman, Marlon Van Beek, John W. Parker, Jr., Paul Burke, Ron Eilertson
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Patent number: 9638613Abstract: A device and methods for testing and quantifying the kink resistance of a hose. The device has the ability to simultaneously test a plurality of hoses at equal amounts of twist or torque while water or other fluid is pumped through the hoses. The device can monitor one or more of the flow rate of fluid through a hose, fluid backpressure from a pressure source, torque and degrees of hose twist.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 2014Date of Patent: May 2, 2017Assignee: TEKNOR APEX COMPANYInventor: Timothy L. Chapman
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Patent number: 9625071Abstract: A flexible hose assembly, in particular a garden hose, having an end fitting including a protective, strain reducing sleeve fixedly secured at the male end segment of a fluid conveying tube. The sleeve is flexible and provides strain relief to the portion of the tube surrounded by the sleeve and reduces the ability of the tube to kink in the area adjacent to the end fitting. The prevention of kinks at the male end of the tube reduces stresses in this area of the tube and greatly extends the working life of the sleeve and tube assembly. The sleeve additionally serves as a gripping surface for one or more of facilitating the attachment of the hose assembly to another device such as a flow control device and holding the end of the hose during use.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 2015Date of Patent: April 18, 2017Assignee: TEKNOR APEX COMPANYInventors: Michael Melo, Timothy L. Chapman
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Patent number: 9573347Abstract: Thermoplastic elastomer compositions having a desirable soft touch feel to skin, and in particular grip, especially during wet, soapy and humid conditions. In one embodiment, the composition is part of a composite system, wherein the composition is connected, for example molded, overmolded or co-extruded to a substrate, such as a thermoplastic, glass or metal. The compositions and composites are suitable for use wherever desirable feel and grip are needed, such as handles or grips of household or industrial items.Type: GrantFiled: December 15, 2009Date of Patent: February 21, 2017Assignee: TEKNOR APEX COMPANYInventors: Kevin G. Cai, Darnell C. Worley, II, Gregory J. Anderson
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Patent number: D779640Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2015Date of Patent: February 21, 2017Assignee: TEKNOR APEX COMPANYInventors: David Vaz, Mark Buchan
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Patent number: D782623Type: GrantFiled: September 1, 2015Date of Patent: March 28, 2017Assignee: TEKNOR APEX COMPANYInventors: David Vaz, Mark Buchan
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Patent number: D785141Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2016Date of Patent: April 25, 2017Assignee: TEKNOR APEX COMPANYInventors: David Vaz, Mark Buchan
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Patent number: D798737Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 2016Date of Patent: October 3, 2017Assignees: International Paper Company, Teknor Apex CompanyInventors: Elizabeth Miller, David Matthew Beckwold
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Patent number: D806838Type: GrantFiled: October 29, 2015Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: TEKNOR APEX COMPANYInventors: Gil Blanchette, Michael Melo, Steve Correa, Timothy L. Chapman, Marlon Van Beek, John W. Parker, Jr.
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Patent number: D812202Type: GrantFiled: October 29, 2015Date of Patent: March 6, 2018Assignee: TEKNOR APEX COMPANYInventors: Gil Blanchette, Michael Melo, Steve Correa, Timothy L. Chapman, Marlon Van Beek, John W. Parker, Jr., David Vaz, Mark Buchan