Patents Assigned to Umbra Inc.
  • Publication number: 20080061186
    Abstract: The invention broadly comprises a combination disposable towel and utensil holder comprising a base with a post attached to the base at one end of the post, and a receptacle attached to the base. The receptacle is positioned proximate the post and shaped to complement the base. The receptacle can have an open end and walls. A receptacle can be attached to the base. The base can also comprise a primary and a secondary base segment, and the receptacle can be attached to the secondary base and the post can be attached to the primary base. In some aspects, an arm is attached to the upper portion of the receptacle and the arm is operatively arranged to hold a disposable towel roll on the holder and cooperate with a dome on the base. A knob can be operatively arranged on the arm to cooperate with the dome on the base.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2006
    Publication date: March 13, 2008
    Applicant: Umbra Inc.
    Inventors: Jason Nip, Luciano Lorenzatti
  • Publication number: 20080061013
    Abstract: A bookshelf having a stacking surface fixedly attached to a mounting surface, where the stacking surface is roughly perpendicular to the mounting surface and the stacking surface has an upper surface and a lower surface. At least on ledge is disposed on the lower surface of the mounting surface and the ledge is operatively arranged to hold a book cover. The ledge can be disposed proximate a joint formed at the intersection of the mounting surface and the stacking surface. In some embodiments, the ledge is disposed proximate each side of the joint and the joint is reinforced. A mounting hole or a mounting structure can be disposed on the mounting surface to provide a mounting element with which to hang the bookshelf.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2006
    Publication date: March 13, 2008
    Applicant: Umbra Inc.
    Inventor: Miron Lior
  • Publication number: 20070235929
    Abstract: A collapsible game board having a plurality of rectangular shaped sections joined side by side at a lengthwise edge by a flexible member. The flexible member enables the sections to be folded into a generally rectangular shape with a hollow cavity therethrough. A plurality of closing elements are attached to the game board and are operatively arranged to magnetically interact to secure the game board in a folded configuration or around a case. The rectangular shaped sections preferably have a game design imprinted on one side. Alternatively, either a plurality of strips of the flexible member can be adhered at joints where the lengthwise edge of the rectangular shaped sections meet or a single sheet of the flexible material can be adhered to every rectangular shaped section opposite the game design.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2006
    Publication date: October 11, 2007
    Applicant: Umbra Inc.
    Inventor: Jason Nip
  • Publication number: 20070227678
    Abstract: A dual drawstring curtain assembly comprising a first hanging cloth that has a first drawstring attached to the first hanging cloth at a first corner. The first drawstring is also slidingly attached at a first attachment point proximate to the perimeter of the first hanging cloth opposite the first corner. A second drawstring is attached at one end of the first hanging cloth at a second corner that is opposite the first corner. The second drawstring is also slidingly attached at a second attachment point proximate to the perimeter of the first hanging cloth opposite the second corner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 31, 2006
    Publication date: October 4, 2007
    Applicant: Umbra Inc.
    Inventor: Anna Buechin
  • Publication number: 20070210206
    Abstract: The present invention broadly comprises an apparatus for holding and dispensing rolled products comprising a rigid linear core with a spindle attached to the exterior of the rigid linear core with at least one fin fixedly attached to the spindle. The fins are attached parallel to the spindle, are constructed of an elastomeric material, and extend outwardly and radially from the spindle. Removably attached to the rigid linear core is a head. Also, a base is fixedly attached to the rigid linear core distal to the head. Alternatively, the base can be replaced by a bracket that is capable of being attached to vertical and horizontal surfaces.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2006
    Publication date: September 13, 2007
    Applicant: Umbra Inc.
    Inventors: Jason Nip, Paul Rowan
  • Publication number: 20070193098
    Abstract: The present invention is a display device configured to display sheet like materials such as photos, cards, pictures, patches, and the like. It includes an external frame with a double shoulder configuration in its internal perimeter, a lattice network formed into one or central display areas and supported by the front shoulder, and a transparent front facing a transparent rear facing supported by the rear shoulder. Display items are supported between the front facing and rear facing. Retainers of various types may be used to hold the components in place. Supports are described for mounting or otherwise displaying the display device of the present invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2005
    Publication date: August 23, 2007
    Applicant: Umbra Inc.
    Inventor: Paul Rowan
  • Publication number: 20070151315
    Abstract: The present invention broadly comprises a combination locket and key holder, comprising a body with a door pivotally attached to the body by a hinge. The clasp comprises a first clasp member located on the door that is operatively arranged to magnetically interact with a second clasp member located on the body. Alternatively the clasp members can be made of two permanent magnets or one ferromagnetic element and one permanent magnet. A lens is disposed within the body and it is arranged to hold and display an object. Rotationally attached to the pendant body is a swivel that has a key holder slidingly attached.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2005
    Publication date: July 5, 2007
    Applicant: Umbra Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas Vincent
  • Publication number: 20070151872
    Abstract: The present invention broadly comprises a key case with a body having a compartment where one end of the compartment has an opening. The key case body is preferably composed of two covers detachably connected in a clamshell style which can include a lens in one cover for displaying objects. A lid is pivotally attached to the body and is operatively arranged to cover the compartment opening when the lid is closed. A clasp, with two components that magnetically interact, is disposed on the key case to lock the lid closed. An elasticized cord connected to the key case enables the use and then later retraction of keys into the compartment. Distal to the lid is a swivel attached to the key case body that can hold a secondary key holder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2005
    Publication date: July 5, 2007
    Applicant: Umbra Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas Vincent
  • Publication number: 20070151937
    Abstract: A draining apparatus including a base having first and second ends and a rack member having first and second ends, the first end of the rack member is rotatably attached to the first end of the base. In another embodiment, the draining apparatus includes at least one supporting member rotatably attached to the rack member and arranged to hold the rack member at an angle relative to the base. In yet another embodiment, the draining apparatus includes means for holding at least one article proximate the second end of the rack member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2005
    Publication date: July 5, 2007
    Applicant: Umbra Inc.
    Inventor: Nicholas Gillisie
  • Publication number: 20070084098
    Abstract: The invention broadly comprises a device for displaying an object including a stand, at least one arcuate hanger element connected to the stand, and a fastener connected to the at least one arcuate hanger element. In some aspects, the at least one hanger element is symmetrically arranged with respect to the stand. In some aspects, the at least one hanger element comprises a length and at least two hanger elements in the at least one hanger element have different respective lengths. In some aspects, the at least one hanger element is flexible. In some aspects, the at least one hanger element is wire. The at least one hanger element comprises a distal end and the fastener is connected to the distal end. In some aspects, the fastener is a clip.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 12, 2005
    Publication date: April 19, 2007
    Applicant: Umbra Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas Vincent
  • Publication number: 20070045208
    Abstract: The present invention is a shower caddy including a frame that supports at least one shelf assembly and a top attaching means. In a preferred embodiment, the invention also includes a rail assembly to aid in preventing containers from falling from the shelf assemblies and a suction cup placed at the bottom end of the frame to secure the bottom end to a shower wall or other similar support.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 1, 2005
    Publication date: March 1, 2007
    Applicant: Umbra Inc.
    Inventor: David Quan
  • Publication number: 20060186071
    Abstract: The present invention broadly comprises a storage system comprising a plurality of rungs serving as hangers or for supporting hanging devices. The rungs are spaced vertically along a pair of elastic cords that are hooked, top and bottom to a rectangular shaped support, such as a door.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2005
    Publication date: August 24, 2006
    Applicant: UMBRA INC.
    Inventors: Paul Rowan, Nicholas Gillisie
  • Patent number: D526121
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 8, 2006
    Assignee: Umbra Inc.
    Inventor: Jason Damon Nip
  • Patent number: D528911
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 26, 2006
    Assignee: Umbra Inc.
    Inventor: Sativa Turner
  • Patent number: D530102
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2006
    Assignee: Umbra Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas Vincent
  • Patent number: D530132
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2006
    Assignee: Umbra Inc.
    Inventor: Michelle Ivankovic
  • Patent number: D530953
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 31, 2006
    Assignee: Umbra Inc.
    Inventor: Sativa Turner
  • Patent number: D531820
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 14, 2006
    Assignee: Umbra Inc.
    Inventor: Paul Rowan
  • Patent number: D532948
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 9, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2006
    Assignee: Umbra Inc.
    Inventor: Nicholas Gillisie
  • Patent number: D540502
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 10, 2007
    Assignee: Umbra Inc.
    Inventor: Paul Rowan