Patents Assigned to The F.J. Westcott Co.
  • Light modifier and lamp assembly
    Patent number: 7246925
    Abstract: This light modifier assembly is a continuous light source for still and video imagemakers. More specifically, the continuous light source provides a constant light source for still, digital, video or high definition image capture. In a preferred embodiment, the light source comprises a multiplicity of lamps with a control configured to run multiple combinations of lamps together with no shift in color temperature and to set up multiple lighting ratios.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2007
    Assignee: The F.J. Westcott Co.
    Inventors: Thomas A. Waltz, Kelly Mondora
  • Photographic light diffuser
    Patent number: 4757425
    Abstract: A photographic light diffuser is disclosed having a support rod and collapsible frame with a plurality of ribs and stretchers. The frame in the open position defines an opening that is substantially square or rectangular. The frame is covered by a reflective panel and a translucent panel is connected to the reflective panel and positioned over the opening defined by the frame to define an enclosed chamber for receiving a light source. Access to the interior of the enclosed chamber is provided by one or more closeable openings.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 1985
    Date of Patent: July 12, 1988
    Assignee: The F. J. Westcott Co.
    Inventor: Thomas A. Waltz
  • Photographic light diffuser
    Patent number: 4633374
    Abstract: A photographic light diffuser is disclosed having a support rod and collapsible frame with a plurality of ribs and stretchers. The frame and support rod are covered by a translucent panel at one end and a reflective panel at the other end which together define an interior chamber for receiving a light source. Access to the interior is provided by one or more closeable openings in the cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 4, 1985
    Date of Patent: December 30, 1986
    Assignee: The F. J. Westcott Co.
    Inventors: Thomas A. Waltz, John E. Shirilla